Aetna Therapists in Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA
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Lighthouse Therapy Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19109
Our therapists strive to create a non-judgmental and compassionate space to offer guidance and help create change. We offer both shorter term solution-focused therapy as well as longer term in-depth psychotherapy depending on your individual needs. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and understand yourself better, leading to symptom reduction and lasting change.
Our therapists strive to create a non-judgmental and compassionate space to offer guidance and help create change. We offer both shorter term solution-focused therapy as well as longer term in-depth psychotherapy depending on your individual needs. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and understand yourself better, leading to symptom reduction and lasting change.
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We are living through a collective trauma. This rapidly shifting sociopolitical environment raises existential concerns, challenges security, and calls priorities into question.
We are living through a collective trauma. This rapidly shifting sociopolitical environment raises existential concerns, challenges security, and calls priorities into question.
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Michael Rodriguez - Handspring Health (Insurance Accepted!
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 10-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 10-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
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Dyonna Wilkerson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19109
Mental health can be a taboo topic that can be difficult to explore. You may be new to therapy or be skeptical of the process of beginning therapy. I work from a collaborative background, encouraging clients to be involved in the therapeutic process as well as steer their own journey. In sessions, I work to demystify mental health and answer any questions you may have. As a queer identifying person, I offer gender affirming and celebratory care to multiple marginalized populations as they navigate life transitions, sexuality, depression, anxiety, and other presenting concerns.
Mental health can be a taboo topic that can be difficult to explore. You may be new to therapy or be skeptical of the process of beginning therapy. I work from a collaborative background, encouraging clients to be involved in the therapeutic process as well as steer their own journey. In sessions, I work to demystify mental health and answer any questions you may have. As a queer identifying person, I offer gender affirming and celebratory care to multiple marginalized populations as they navigate life transitions, sexuality, depression, anxiety, and other presenting concerns.
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Most of us at one time or another encounter difficulties with others or ourselves. These difficulties can result in anxiety, depression or other symptoms, the treatment for which often is therapy. Therapy can be challenging in that it requires work to understand our emotions and our inner selves. Therefore I believe therapy is best conducted in an atmosphere of support, compassion, warmth and humor. My goal is to provide such an environment in which we are working together
Most of us at one time or another encounter difficulties with others or ourselves. These difficulties can result in anxiety, depression or other symptoms, the treatment for which often is therapy. Therapy can be challenging in that it requires work to understand our emotions and our inner selves. Therefore I believe therapy is best conducted in an atmosphere of support, compassion, warmth and humor. My goal is to provide such an environment in which we are working together
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Charlene Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
*** 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.
*** 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.
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Amanda Reichert
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107
I believe that problems often arise when people become stuck in negative thought patterns or interaction cycles. When individuals hold onto limiting narratives about themselves, these beliefs can become the root of various issues. My ideal client is someone who feels trapped by these patterns, whether in their personal life or relationships, and is eager to break free. They seek to transform these harmful cycles, aiming to achieve personal growth and stronger, healthier connections with others. Their goal is to reclaim their narrative, empowering themselves to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I believe that problems often arise when people become stuck in negative thought patterns or interaction cycles. When individuals hold onto limiting narratives about themselves, these beliefs can become the root of various issues. My ideal client is someone who feels trapped by these patterns, whether in their personal life or relationships, and is eager to break free. They seek to transform these harmful cycles, aiming to achieve personal growth and stronger, healthier connections with others. Their goal is to reclaim their narrative, empowering themselves to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Logan Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107
As a practicing clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a private practice, I provide talk therapy to individuals. My areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship issues. Prior to my private practice, I have had experience working as a therapist at a community mental health center, as well as serving as a helpline specialist for a crisis hotline. I have pursued post-graduate training through didactic coursework, personal psychotherapy, and ongoing case consultation with senior colleagues.
As a practicing clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a private practice, I provide talk therapy to individuals. My areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship issues. Prior to my private practice, I have had experience working as a therapist at a community mental health center, as well as serving as a helpline specialist for a crisis hotline. I have pursued post-graduate training through didactic coursework, personal psychotherapy, and ongoing case consultation with senior colleagues.
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Jeanine Pearson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Jeanine Pearson, a certified professional counselor with extensive experience across various settings including community-based outpatient services, schools, wraparound services, and residential treatment facilities. I wholeheartedly advocate for therapy as an essential form of self-care. In my practice, I adopt a holistic approach to treatment, recognizing the interconnectedness of emotional, mental, and physical well-being, and how they mutually influence one another.
Hi there, I'm Jeanine Pearson, a certified professional counselor with extensive experience across various settings including community-based outpatient services, schools, wraparound services, and residential treatment facilities. I wholeheartedly advocate for therapy as an essential form of self-care. In my practice, I adopt a holistic approach to treatment, recognizing the interconnectedness of emotional, mental, and physical well-being, and how they mutually influence one another.
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Michelle Hurtt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
I'm Michelle Hurtt, a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania. With over 16 years in the mental health field, I've gained experience across diverse settings such as community behavioral health, foster care & private practice. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), my commitment to understanding trauma is ongoing. I'm particularly passionate about supporting women who are survivors of trauma, including sexual, childhood sexual abuse & domestic violence. Additionally, I offer assistance with various behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, grief, and PTSD.
I'm Michelle Hurtt, a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania. With over 16 years in the mental health field, I've gained experience across diverse settings such as community behavioral health, foster care & private practice. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), my commitment to understanding trauma is ongoing. I'm particularly passionate about supporting women who are survivors of trauma, including sexual, childhood sexual abuse & domestic violence. Additionally, I offer assistance with various behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, grief, and PTSD.
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Ami Sharma-Desai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am deeply committed to understanding your needs, strengths, and life experiences which have shaped who you are today. I value fostering an environment in which trust can be founded upon creating a safe, warm, nonjudgmental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will develop coping skills and strategies to help you feel empowered to effectively manage your life concerns. You can expect that I will regularly seek your feedback and input during our journey together as I strongly believe you are the expert in knowing yourself best.
As a therapist, I am deeply committed to understanding your needs, strengths, and life experiences which have shaped who you are today. I value fostering an environment in which trust can be founded upon creating a safe, warm, nonjudgmental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will develop coping skills and strategies to help you feel empowered to effectively manage your life concerns. You can expect that I will regularly seek your feedback and input during our journey together as I strongly believe you are the expert in knowing yourself best.
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Lindsay Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
I am Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York and Pennsylvania. I have a holistic, laid-back, and compassionate approach to building relationships. I use talk therapy in combination with music, art, and mindfulness to understand where you are coming from. I hope to foster a non-judgmental space for you to process and understand your inner self.
I am Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York and Pennsylvania. I have a holistic, laid-back, and compassionate approach to building relationships. I use talk therapy in combination with music, art, and mindfulness to understand where you are coming from. I hope to foster a non-judgmental space for you to process and understand your inner self.
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Peter Zook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Hi there, I am here to get you feeling better and for that to last. I provide compassionate therapy that meets you where you are and helps you get to where you want to be. Whatever is bringing you into therapy, I will be there with you along the way. Together we’ll get to the root of what’s going on and figure out what it is you need to better manage your mental health. We’ll increase insight and self-awareness while finding better coping mechanisms that nourish you. We’ll understand and undo deeper pains, which leads to lasting change for more meaning and fulfillment in your life. Let’s talk and figure things out.
Hi there, I am here to get you feeling better and for that to last. I provide compassionate therapy that meets you where you are and helps you get to where you want to be. Whatever is bringing you into therapy, I will be there with you along the way. Together we’ll get to the root of what’s going on and figure out what it is you need to better manage your mental health. We’ll increase insight and self-awareness while finding better coping mechanisms that nourish you. We’ll understand and undo deeper pains, which leads to lasting change for more meaning and fulfillment in your life. Let’s talk and figure things out.
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Megan Pelko - Handspring Health (Insurance Accepted!)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 8-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 8-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
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Jesse A Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with addiction, trauma, or overwhelming life challenges and is seeking a path to healing that resonates with their unique needs. They may feel disconnected from their core values and long for a life that aligns with their authentic self. Their goals include finding inner peace, self-compassion, and a sustainable way to move forward, whether through a 12-Step program or another route that honors their personal journey.
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with addiction, trauma, or overwhelming life challenges and is seeking a path to healing that resonates with their unique needs. They may feel disconnected from their core values and long for a life that aligns with their authentic self. Their goals include finding inner peace, self-compassion, and a sustainable way to move forward, whether through a 12-Step program or another route that honors their personal journey.
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Lauren Sandulli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Hi there! I'm Lauren Sandulli, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania. With over 15 years of experience across diverse clinical environments, I've honed my skills in working with a broad spectrum of people and employ an eclectic approach to therapy. My philosophy revolves around meeting clients at their current stage, rather than imposing arbitrary expectations. When meeting new clients, my aim is to alleviate any feelings of overwhelm about their goals, ensuring they feel empowered to progress at their own pace.
Hi there! I'm Lauren Sandulli, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania. With over 15 years of experience across diverse clinical environments, I've honed my skills in working with a broad spectrum of people and employ an eclectic approach to therapy. My philosophy revolves around meeting clients at their current stage, rather than imposing arbitrary expectations. When meeting new clients, my aim is to alleviate any feelings of overwhelm about their goals, ensuring they feel empowered to progress at their own pace.
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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.
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.
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Molly Cohen - Handspring Health (Insurance Accepted!)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19109 (Online Only)
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 10-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 10-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
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Dr. Lindsay Anmuth
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
A secure relationship forms a building block for a healthy and meaningful life. If you're looking for help with your relationship, you need a therapist with real experience and specialized training. I empower my clients and their partners to improve their communication, develop shared goals, and step outside of their problematic patterns. I am certified in the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy (Levels 1 and 2). I am also an integrative therapist with extensive training in CBT for anxiety and depression, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, family systems, and attachment theory.
A secure relationship forms a building block for a healthy and meaningful life. If you're looking for help with your relationship, you need a therapist with real experience and specialized training. I empower my clients and their partners to improve their communication, develop shared goals, and step outside of their problematic patterns. I am certified in the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy (Levels 1 and 2). I am also an integrative therapist with extensive training in CBT for anxiety and depression, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, family systems, and attachment theory.
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Michele J Rosario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CEAP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown Village, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Are you a solution seeker that wants to enact change? Are you done with worksheets, breathing exercises and lack of concrete action steps? Examining problems requires help of an honest, direct, solution focused clinician with a concrete approach. Anxiety, co-dependent patterns ("people pleasing") or just trying to understand an experience to determine next steps look different when explored thru a "curious" approach. Every focused, achieving individual wants to "fix it" or do whatever it takes to feel better to live better. A solution focused approach operates on reason and concrete actions to take fostering hope.
Are you a solution seeker that wants to enact change? Are you done with worksheets, breathing exercises and lack of concrete action steps? Examining problems requires help of an honest, direct, solution focused clinician with a concrete approach. Anxiety, co-dependent patterns ("people pleasing") or just trying to understand an experience to determine next steps look different when explored thru a "curious" approach. Every focused, achieving individual wants to "fix it" or do whatever it takes to feel better to live better. A solution focused approach operates on reason and concrete actions to take fostering hope.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy