Couples Counseling Therapists in City Center West, Philadelphia, PA
Meghan DeFino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MSEd, LPC, HC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I primarily practice CBT but believe the client/therapist relationship is the primary agent of healing.
I see adults and teens seeking to better manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and eating disorders/addictions. My style can be described as warm and collaborative. My clients prefer a therapist who is approachable and "real." They value some direction or new ideas balanced with just having a space to be seen and cared for as they are. I see therapy as a vehicle for people to find their own answers but I also value empirically supported techniques for helping clients feel better. I utilize humor and helps clients set actionable goals so they can make measurable changes.
I primarily practice CBT but believe the client/therapist relationship is the primary agent of healing.
I see adults and teens seeking to better manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and eating disorders/addictions. My style can be described as warm and collaborative. My clients prefer a therapist who is approachable and "real." They value some direction or new ideas balanced with just having a space to be seen and cared for as they are. I see therapy as a vehicle for people to find their own answers but I also value empirically supported techniques for helping clients feel better. I utilize humor and helps clients set actionable goals so they can make measurable changes.
Robyn Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I've spent over fifteen years in the mental health field working with children, teens, families, couples, and individual adults in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Stress and difficulties can occur throughout the lifespan. I provide client-centered therapy to support wellness in older children and teens, families, and adults, both individually and as couples. Therapy can be a space to develop your strengths and resilience to cope. Together, we can address issues that are getting in the way of feeling satisfied or fulfilled in your life. My areas of clinical interest include anxiety, stress, depression, identity, connection, and trauma. I also facilitate social anxiety groups.
I've spent over fifteen years in the mental health field working with children, teens, families, couples, and individual adults in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Stress and difficulties can occur throughout the lifespan. I provide client-centered therapy to support wellness in older children and teens, families, and adults, both individually and as couples. Therapy can be a space to develop your strengths and resilience to cope. Together, we can address issues that are getting in the way of feeling satisfied or fulfilled in your life. My areas of clinical interest include anxiety, stress, depression, identity, connection, and trauma. I also facilitate social anxiety groups.
Sara Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.
If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.
Iris Abreu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult. Why go through it all alone? Are you struggling to find love and connection? Perhaps you are looking improve the relationship(s) you already have in your life - be it with with family, friends, significant others, and/or at work? Or, looking to let go of relationship(s) or patterns of relating to others that may be ineffective? Are you facing struggles related to intersections of your identity? Trying to find, or land that job that you are looking for? Feeling lost about how to hone in your personal strengths in order to live your best life? Let's talk about ways I could help.
Life can be difficult. Why go through it all alone? Are you struggling to find love and connection? Perhaps you are looking improve the relationship(s) you already have in your life - be it with with family, friends, significant others, and/or at work? Or, looking to let go of relationship(s) or patterns of relating to others that may be ineffective? Are you facing struggles related to intersections of your identity? Trying to find, or land that job that you are looking for? Feeling lost about how to hone in your personal strengths in order to live your best life? Let's talk about ways I could help.
Paromita Kar Haye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I believe in empowering divorcing couples to make informed decisions that work for them and their families.
Despite your best intentions and efforts, do you feel stuck in your personal life, intimate relationships, family relationships or workplace? You may be faced with challenges that are deeply rooted in your early life experiences, your primary attachments, in how you view the world, or due to misunderstanding between you and significant others. Challenges can arise during stressful life transitions, such as divorce or death of loved ones. But they can also arise from positive life experiences, such as marriage or the birth of a child. Left untreated, these challenges can grow into chronic problems that can corrode your sense of self and your relationships.
I believe in empowering divorcing couples to make informed decisions that work for them and their families.
Despite your best intentions and efforts, do you feel stuck in your personal life, intimate relationships, family relationships or workplace? You may be faced with challenges that are deeply rooted in your early life experiences, your primary attachments, in how you view the world, or due to misunderstanding between you and significant others. Challenges can arise during stressful life transitions, such as divorce or death of loved ones. But they can also arise from positive life experiences, such as marriage or the birth of a child. Left untreated, these challenges can grow into chronic problems that can corrode your sense of self and your relationships.
Dr. Makkah Hayes
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Peace and Blessings Beautiful Beings of PA & GA! I am passionate about mental health and self-care, providing client-centered and systems approaches. I assist young adults (18-25) in career exploration, self-esteem and self-confidence, identity and personal establishment, and development of intimate relationships. I assist adults (26+) in life changes, stress management, boundaries, and family and partnership issues. I provide support for individuals and couples on sex and intimacy issues around self-pleasure, kink (BDSM & fetishes), and polyamory/consensual nonmonogamy for those who want to enhance and explore this lifestyle.
Peace and Blessings Beautiful Beings of PA & GA! I am passionate about mental health and self-care, providing client-centered and systems approaches. I assist young adults (18-25) in career exploration, self-esteem and self-confidence, identity and personal establishment, and development of intimate relationships. I assist adults (26+) in life changes, stress management, boundaries, and family and partnership issues. I provide support for individuals and couples on sex and intimacy issues around self-pleasure, kink (BDSM & fetishes), and polyamory/consensual nonmonogamy for those who want to enhance and explore this lifestyle.
Saquoya Weldon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I knew I found the right therapist when every mask I brought to session was accepted so much that I finally felt comfortable enough to not put one on anymore. I feel that therapy should be the space where you can bring your whole self and feel seen, heard, acknowledged, and appreciated. It can also be the space where you discover, reconstruct, and understand yourself. The work to achieve these goals and your specific goals can be heavy, exhausting, and scary. That's where I come in! By prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, we will move through the stages of awakening, awareness and action, so you won't have to do it alone.
I knew I found the right therapist when every mask I brought to session was accepted so much that I finally felt comfortable enough to not put one on anymore. I feel that therapy should be the space where you can bring your whole self and feel seen, heard, acknowledged, and appreciated. It can also be the space where you discover, reconstruct, and understand yourself. The work to achieve these goals and your specific goals can be heavy, exhausting, and scary. That's where I come in! By prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, we will move through the stages of awakening, awareness and action, so you won't have to do it alone.
Kaitlin DiGiacinto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I am well versed on many issues related to individuals, couples, families, sexuality and gender.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step on this adventure. I know finding the right therapist can be hard and a grueling process. For many clients this is the first time they have asked for help. I am passionate about creating a space for clients that is safe, freeing & nonjudgmental. I hope to do this through my multicultural background, interest in the client's perspective and the therapeutic relationship built. I operate from a systems & contextual framework where I believe clients are stuck, not sick. I work with clients to create goals and plans that are collaborative and empowering.
I am well versed on many issues related to individuals, couples, families, sexuality and gender.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step on this adventure. I know finding the right therapist can be hard and a grueling process. For many clients this is the first time they have asked for help. I am passionate about creating a space for clients that is safe, freeing & nonjudgmental. I hope to do this through my multicultural background, interest in the client's perspective and the therapeutic relationship built. I operate from a systems & contextual framework where I believe clients are stuck, not sick. I work with clients to create goals and plans that are collaborative and empowering.
Shelly Zhou
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who struggle with issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, and relationship challenges.
Whether you're dealing with a big change in your life or have been feeling weighed down for a long time, I'm here to help you through it. Using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, I empower my clients to develop the confidence and skills needed to overcome life’s challenges. Through empathetic listening and evidence-based practices, I help clients reconnect with their authentic selves and lead fulfilling lives that are in alignment with their values.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who struggle with issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, and relationship challenges.
Whether you're dealing with a big change in your life or have been feeling weighed down for a long time, I'm here to help you through it. Using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, I empower my clients to develop the confidence and skills needed to overcome life’s challenges. Through empathetic listening and evidence-based practices, I help clients reconnect with their authentic selves and lead fulfilling lives that are in alignment with their values.
Sara Burth
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are trying to understand how to accept themselves and are looking to create a strong therapeutic relationship with a counselor. I believe that clients who have acknowledged that they need help in certain areas and are looking to put in the work needed to achieve their goals are going to get the most out of our time together.
I work with clients who are trying to understand how to accept themselves and are looking to create a strong therapeutic relationship with a counselor. I believe that clients who have acknowledged that they need help in certain areas and are looking to put in the work needed to achieve their goals are going to get the most out of our time together.
Marram Emily Jane Plapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, Reiki, Shaman
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I work with various individual and relationship issues including, but not limited to: sexual functioning, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, intimacy, conflict, communication, heartbreak, loneliness, grief, loss, identity, life transitions, and spiritual awakenings such as through Kundalini.
Being human isn't easy. If you are seeking therapy you are likely struggling, hurting, and finding life challenging in some way. Maybe you feel stuck, lost, broken, different from others, not like yourself, or like you are not fulfilling your potential. Whatever is weighing on your heart and mind, let's talk about it. I'm here for you. I am an open, non-judgmental, accepting, compassionate, warm, and empathetic therapist. Together in a safe, trusting, and supportive environment we can explore and uncover how you ended up at this point in your life, and find a way through.
I work with various individual and relationship issues including, but not limited to: sexual functioning, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, intimacy, conflict, communication, heartbreak, loneliness, grief, loss, identity, life transitions, and spiritual awakenings such as through Kundalini.
Being human isn't easy. If you are seeking therapy you are likely struggling, hurting, and finding life challenging in some way. Maybe you feel stuck, lost, broken, different from others, not like yourself, or like you are not fulfilling your potential. Whatever is weighing on your heart and mind, let's talk about it. I'm here for you. I am an open, non-judgmental, accepting, compassionate, warm, and empathetic therapist. Together in a safe, trusting, and supportive environment we can explore and uncover how you ended up at this point in your life, and find a way through.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, SEP
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I specialize in the embodied impacts of trauma, gender identity, queer experience, sexual concerns, and alternative relationship structures.
First things first: You are the expert on your experience! My role as your therapist is to support you in unearthing and building on the strengths you possess, the insights you hold, and the world you envision for yourself. As a therapist, I am inspired by authentic connection and collaborative work. Whether it's your goal to manage anxiety and stress, build a healthier relationship with your body and self, engage in healing around traumatic experiences, or develop more rewarding relationships, I provide a non-judgmental space in which we'll work together to explore those things that feel hardest to manage alone.
I specialize in the embodied impacts of trauma, gender identity, queer experience, sexual concerns, and alternative relationship structures.
First things first: You are the expert on your experience! My role as your therapist is to support you in unearthing and building on the strengths you possess, the insights you hold, and the world you envision for yourself. As a therapist, I am inspired by authentic connection and collaborative work. Whether it's your goal to manage anxiety and stress, build a healthier relationship with your body and self, engage in healing around traumatic experiences, or develop more rewarding relationships, I provide a non-judgmental space in which we'll work together to explore those things that feel hardest to manage alone.
People First Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Each of our therapists have their own specialties including: depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, trauma and EMDR, self-esteem, sexual issues, couples issues, child and adolescent issues, grief, life transitions, and many more! All of our therapists are licensed and pre-licensed clinicians.
Accepting New Clients! People First Therapy Group is a nonprofit mental health provider. Our mission is to provide quality therapy in a safe and equitable environment to all who seek services, regardless of ability to pay. We believe that all people, regardless of their socioeconomic status or other identities, deserve high quality mental health care. We have multiple therapists in the group with various specialties. We are located in Philadelphia for in person therapy and service all of PA and NJ with virtual sessions.
Each of our therapists have their own specialties including: depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, trauma and EMDR, self-esteem, sexual issues, couples issues, child and adolescent issues, grief, life transitions, and many more! All of our therapists are licensed and pre-licensed clinicians.
Accepting New Clients! People First Therapy Group is a nonprofit mental health provider. Our mission is to provide quality therapy in a safe and equitable environment to all who seek services, regardless of ability to pay. We believe that all people, regardless of their socioeconomic status or other identities, deserve high quality mental health care. We have multiple therapists in the group with various specialties. We are located in Philadelphia for in person therapy and service all of PA and NJ with virtual sessions.
Dr. Janeisha Anderson-LaBranch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Whether you are seeking individual, couples, or family therapy, we are here to empower you on your journey toward emotional healing and a more fulfilling life.
I am an experienced holistic health and wellness therapist at Discovering Bliss Counseling, helping individuals, couples, and families focus on healing, wellness, and growth. Discovering Bliss Counseling is a boutique private practice providing high-quality, specialized, and customized counseling, therapy, and wellness services tailored to your unique needs. We provide a more customized experience compared to traditional therapy settings; offering high-quality, personalized direction in therapy. With our approach to therapy, we create a safe for you to heal.
Whether you are seeking individual, couples, or family therapy, we are here to empower you on your journey toward emotional healing and a more fulfilling life.
I am an experienced holistic health and wellness therapist at Discovering Bliss Counseling, helping individuals, couples, and families focus on healing, wellness, and growth. Discovering Bliss Counseling is a boutique private practice providing high-quality, specialized, and customized counseling, therapy, and wellness services tailored to your unique needs. We provide a more customized experience compared to traditional therapy settings; offering high-quality, personalized direction in therapy. With our approach to therapy, we create a safe for you to heal.
All of You Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
We can help you reconnect to yourself and others through a variety of individual, family, and couples therapy techniques (EFT, EMDR, Gottman, family therapy, etc.
Our clients are sensitive, thoughtful adults who have experienced childhood abuse, neglect, and overall family dysfunction and have found ways to appear like they "have it all together" on the outside, but internally are suffering with painful memories, feelings of deep shame, and an overall sense of unworthiness. In our work with adults who have been raised by emotionally immature parents, we help clients re-discover, or perhaps discover for the first time, a true sense of self and identity. Many of our clients are parents who are committed to breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma for the good of their children.
We can help you reconnect to yourself and others through a variety of individual, family, and couples therapy techniques (EFT, EMDR, Gottman, family therapy, etc.
Our clients are sensitive, thoughtful adults who have experienced childhood abuse, neglect, and overall family dysfunction and have found ways to appear like they "have it all together" on the outside, but internally are suffering with painful memories, feelings of deep shame, and an overall sense of unworthiness. In our work with adults who have been raised by emotionally immature parents, we help clients re-discover, or perhaps discover for the first time, a true sense of self and identity. Many of our clients are parents who are committed to breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma for the good of their children.
Megan Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Megan. Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead a life you love? What if I told you that you have the power to transform your symptoms into sources of strength and resilience? I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, where you can feel safe, heard, and understood without judgment.
Hi there, I'm Megan. Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead a life you love? What if I told you that you have the power to transform your symptoms into sources of strength and resilience? I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, where you can feel safe, heard, and understood without judgment.
I am also very interested in exploring issues surrounding sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity, and couples.
Therapy is a unique and personal experience. Whether this is your first time considering therapy, or you are moving into a new phase of your therapeutic journey, therapy is a safe space for self-exploration, growth, and discovery. I work psychodynamically and relationally, within a multicultural framework. I have worked extensively with young adults, adults, and couples in a wide range of settings. My areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, and other mood concerns; grief, loss, and bereavement; life transitions; relationships and family issues; and disordered eating and body image concerns.
I am also very interested in exploring issues surrounding sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity, and couples.
Therapy is a unique and personal experience. Whether this is your first time considering therapy, or you are moving into a new phase of your therapeutic journey, therapy is a safe space for self-exploration, growth, and discovery. I work psychodynamically and relationally, within a multicultural framework. I have worked extensively with young adults, adults, and couples in a wide range of settings. My areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, and other mood concerns; grief, loss, and bereavement; life transitions; relationships and family issues; and disordered eating and body image concerns.
Betterment of Mind, therapy with Cristina Aicher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
My speciality is working with individuals experiencing issues with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, over-eating, grief and trauma. My approach is to first identify existing coping strategies to deal with the current stressors. Together, we sort out the underlying problems and identify and develop a tool kit with more effective coping strategies for the many challenges that the world throws at you. We examine and re-frame your emotional reactions to current and past trauma. The relationship between therapist and client is really important for change; and I do my best to provide a warm, natural, humorous and relaxed atmosphere.
My speciality is working with individuals experiencing issues with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, over-eating, grief and trauma. My approach is to first identify existing coping strategies to deal with the current stressors. Together, we sort out the underlying problems and identify and develop a tool kit with more effective coping strategies for the many challenges that the world throws at you. We examine and re-frame your emotional reactions to current and past trauma. The relationship between therapist and client is really important for change; and I do my best to provide a warm, natural, humorous and relaxed atmosphere.
Sam Campbell
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19110
My professional experiences as an educator and matchmaker, paired with my personal experience in community organizing has provided me with a unique perspective that I’m eager to bring to work with couples, with family systems, and in sex therapy.
Hi there! I’m sam, a student therapist currently working toward my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a clinician, I look forward to holding space and providing support for individuals, couples, and families as they bravely navigate their journey. I am passionate about creating spaces where people can come together, feel heard, and use laughter and connection to heal, and I strive to bring this value in my work as a clinician. It is important to me to use an intersectional framework and develop a therapeutic relationship in which each client feels heard and empowered to make choices about their journey.
My professional experiences as an educator and matchmaker, paired with my personal experience in community organizing has provided me with a unique perspective that I’m eager to bring to work with couples, with family systems, and in sex therapy.
Hi there! I’m sam, a student therapist currently working toward my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a clinician, I look forward to holding space and providing support for individuals, couples, and families as they bravely navigate their journey. I am passionate about creating spaces where people can come together, feel heard, and use laughter and connection to heal, and I strive to bring this value in my work as a clinician. It is important to me to use an intersectional framework and develop a therapeutic relationship in which each client feels heard and empowered to make choices about their journey.
Michelle Song
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd, MPhilEd
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I support individuals and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, relational issues, and identity struggles.
The way I engage with therapy values you as the expert of your story and I am honored to hold space for you. I incorporate person-centered, emotion-focused therapy along with attachment and feminist theories. This means that I believe people are innately built for connection with others and I hope to invite you with empathy, honesty, and compassion as we work together to connect you with your authentic self and support systems. I like to gently challenge and laugh with clients during sessions, and I believe therapy can be most transformative through collaboration and vulnerability.
I support individuals and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, relational issues, and identity struggles.
The way I engage with therapy values you as the expert of your story and I am honored to hold space for you. I incorporate person-centered, emotion-focused therapy along with attachment and feminist theories. This means that I believe people are innately built for connection with others and I hope to invite you with empathy, honesty, and compassion as we work together to connect you with your authentic self and support systems. I like to gently challenge and laugh with clients during sessions, and I believe therapy can be most transformative through collaboration and vulnerability.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.