Therapists in City Center East, Philadelphia, PA

I remember my own experience meeting my new therapist. I was anxious to talk to a new person. I did not know if I would make sense. I did not want to feel judged. I remember feeling lost and hopeless. The only thing I knew was that I wanted to change the bad feelings and I resisted to believe that there was something wrong with me. I wanted someone who could guide me to understand my world and myself. I wanted a safe space. I needed to find someone who could collaborate with me in changing and resisting. I did not want a therapist who treated me as a study object. I just wanted to feel fully human.

People come to treatment for a variety of reasons.I view each person as unique and strive to assist individuals to overcome challenges and meet the goals that are important in their lives. As we work to let go of behaviors, thoughts and feelings that are not useful in the present, new healthier patterns can emerge and be adopted. Treatment is always focused on achieving a greater sense of comfort and satisfaction, psychologically, emotionally physically and spiritually.

I have been in practice for over 30 years and developed an expertise in the treatment of depression and anxiety. My training is in cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, specifically Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and my goal is to work with you to develop skills and strategies to overcome unproductive ways of reacting to life's challenges. I have also worked in a physical rehabilitation setting for many years, where I have focused on neuropsychological assessment and psychological treatment of cognitive and emotional disorders arising from stroke, brain injury and other neurological problems.

My areas of expertise include challenges navigating social life, relationships, and life transitions, coping with traumatic experiences, and understanding complex family dynamics. With advanced training in relational psychodynamic therapy, I specialize in trauma informed mental health treatment based on the development of a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a comfortable and judgment free therapeutic space within which children, youth, and adults can explore, heal, and grow.

I approach therapy with openness, curiosity, compassion, and non-judgement, building a space where it feels safe to explore and bring the whole of your experiences, joys and struggles alike. Throughout our lives, we learn to navigate the world in certain ways, helping us survive and make sense of things; our responses, beliefs, and patterns of relationships are shaped by past experiences. I work with you to better understand these experiences, and compassionately reflect on how your past informs current ways of being, acknowledging interpersonal and systemic influences.

Hava Weber is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania. She has over 13 years in the behavioral health field helping adults who seek assistance with depression, anxiety, addiction issues, trauma, and life transitions.

Emily is a Licensed Clinical Social worker with 10 years experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families seeking therapy to heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and improve their relationships. Emily is deeply committed to creating a safe space for reflective conversations that promote healing. Emily meets clients where they are, empowering them to achieve their self-determined goals and improve their overall well-being. She strongly believes every person has the capacity for change, and can utilize their strengths to manage the stress of challenging life events.

Nicole Mastracchio, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that life-long self-discovery is how we form better relationships with those around us and better our day-to-day lives. Nicole specializes in working with children and their families through all stages of development. Through her calm demeanor and empathic approach, Nicole helps children, families, and adults gain long lasting change. Nicole graduated from Villanova University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and earned a master's degree in Couple and Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University.

I think of therapy as a space where we can explore not only what is difficult or distressing, but also what is joyful, connective, warm, and creative. I believe that noticing what goes unspoken is just as important as recognizing the patterns in your life, and that not-knowing is just as valuable as curiosity. While I work with clients of all identities and areas of concern, I have a specific background in working with people under the LGBTQ+ umbrella, people exploring their relationships to their bodies, people who are neurodivergent and/or disabled, and people with complex, intergenerational, and/or cultural trauma histories.

Approaching couples and family therapy with an open heart, practicality, and a foundation in research, I believe in optimistic realism. My mission is to help couples and families find greater contentment within their relationships. Together, we’ll strive to create a life imbued with peace and personal alignment. I specialize in Solutions Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), which is a short-term option designed to help couples and families get on the right path quickly.

How you relate to others is an important part of who you are as a person. While some people feel isolated and alone, others feel stifled and challenged from managing too many close relationships. Many often suffer because they are caught in old patterns of behaving and relating to others. I believe that healing comes from feeling acceptance, compassion, and forgiveness toward yourself. Only then will you be able to direct those same feelings toward others.

*** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel that you move through life not really living and just going through the motions? Reaching out for help takes courage. When you reach out, we will work together to understand the root cause of your struggles and address those issues with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you've desired to have.

Is your child struggling with: Social interactions & friendships? Low self-esteem? A neurodiversity diagnosis? Bullying or isolation? Identity or sexual orientation? Anxiety or worry? Focus in traditional settings? Today's world is complex. Socializing is challenging, bullying is hurtful, and expressing oneself can be overwhelming. But there's hope! I can help your child build resilience, discover their inner strength, and navigate life's complexities with confidence through the safe realm of Minecraft. Minecraft's familiar world allows children to feel comfortable and increases focus.

You may have landed here because you've found that your current way of operating in this world is no longer serving you and are seeking to change some of the patterns that have brought you to this moment. Or maybe you seek closure for past harms, losses or regrets, wishing to make sense of these experiences, and realize that there's no time like the present to get started. In my clinical practice, I work primarily with adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems and trauma-related disorders. I am also LGBTQ-affirming and sex positive.

Drew Lightfoot specializes in working with individuals with depression, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, couples and marriage counseling, autism-spectrum disorder, and trauma/PTSD.  His approach includes a mixture of finding a meaning and purpose in life, learning ways to cope with stress and overwhelming emotions, improving social skills and communication, and changing the negative ways we think about ourselves and our world. Drew Lightfoot is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of combined education and experience in the field of Psychology and Counseling. 

I am here for you. When times are tough, it’s important to have the right support to nurture hope, focus on strength, and harness the power of uncertainty. You can stop surviving and start living again. Together we can explore the darkness & the light, and find your way thru it. We will tailor an approach to support your intentions, needs, and goals. You will become more aware of your core beliefs and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You’ll find our work to discover insight, self-acceptance, and freedom challenging but also profoundly supportive.

Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania, and have worked in the mental health field for three years. I have gained experience working with various treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I provide treatment to children, teens, adults, and families. Lastly, I have extensive experience working individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders.

The stigma behind psychotherapy is based on the notion that somehow asking for help and working with a professional means that one is weak. Ironically, this could not be further from the truth. Making the decision to look at your story and explore how patterns within it have impacted your goals, relationships, losses, parenting, work and outlook is profoundly difficult to do. It is looking at ourselves with the commitment to not look away until we have developed tools to build futures that give us joy and magnify our strengths. All while now knowing how to address our challenges more effectively.

Feeling numb and disconnected from your emotions? As a high-responsibility leader and caregiver, you juggle demanding roles and personal duties, often feeling overwhelmed. You need strategies to reconnect with and manage your feelings, to experience joy, fulfillment, and a sense of presence. Imagine feeling emotionally connected and truly present in your life. Our therapy sessions offer the tools and support to help you reach the root cause of the matter and achieve these goals, leading to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Reclaim your emotional well-being and start living fully again. Let me help you find your way back to joy.