Female Therapists in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
Gianna Damis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Welcome! I recognize how much effort it can take just to consider therapy, so I’m glad you’re here. If you are looking for someone who is interested in your experience of the world and invested in building a relationship to help you achieve your goals, you have come to the right place. Together, we will create sessions that are tailored to fit your needs. I will encourage your joy and humor, note your strengths, and meet you in your vulnerability. My therapy approach has been described as empowering, authentic, and dynamic. I value the mind-body connection, building distress tolerance, and deepening our understanding of ourselves.
Welcome! I recognize how much effort it can take just to consider therapy, so I’m glad you’re here. If you are looking for someone who is interested in your experience of the world and invested in building a relationship to help you achieve your goals, you have come to the right place. Together, we will create sessions that are tailored to fit your needs. I will encourage your joy and humor, note your strengths, and meet you in your vulnerability. My therapy approach has been described as empowering, authentic, and dynamic. I value the mind-body connection, building distress tolerance, and deepening our understanding of ourselves.
Tanya Hess
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been treating patients in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, and working with family systems. In treatment, I focus on using my understanding of human behavior to help my patients better understand what thoughts and wishes motivate them as well as what fears or anxieties might be getting in their way.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been treating patients in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, and working with family systems. In treatment, I focus on using my understanding of human behavior to help my patients better understand what thoughts and wishes motivate them as well as what fears or anxieties might be getting in their way.
Kaitlin Wallick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Kaitlin, I am Licensed in Pennsylvania, and I have 5 years of professional clinical experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and diagnoses in both outpatient and inpatient settings. While I specialize in working with children and adolescents, I welcome clients of nearly all ages into a session with me. I am passionate about working with clients in the LGBTQ+ community, on the Autism spectrum, and those who identify as traumatized persons simply trying to survive this thing called life. My main goal during each session is to provide you with a safe space for vulnerability, process, and growth.
Hi there! My name is Kaitlin, I am Licensed in Pennsylvania, and I have 5 years of professional clinical experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and diagnoses in both outpatient and inpatient settings. While I specialize in working with children and adolescents, I welcome clients of nearly all ages into a session with me. I am passionate about working with clients in the LGBTQ+ community, on the Autism spectrum, and those who identify as traumatized persons simply trying to survive this thing called life. My main goal during each session is to provide you with a safe space for vulnerability, process, and growth.
Andrea Castro-Steffens
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Life transitions can be unsettling and isolating. My hope as a therapist is to support and empower my clients on their path towards healing. Utilizing a trauma-informed, non-judgmental space, I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families build a strong connection rooted in trust and acceptance. We will work together to build the knowledge and skills necessary to support what wellness looks like for you and your relationships during your life transitions.
Life transitions can be unsettling and isolating. My hope as a therapist is to support and empower my clients on their path towards healing. Utilizing a trauma-informed, non-judgmental space, I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families build a strong connection rooted in trust and acceptance. We will work together to build the knowledge and skills necessary to support what wellness looks like for you and your relationships during your life transitions.
Fiona Molina
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Hi! I’m a dedicated therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples and families as they navigate through life. Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or relationship issues? Is it challenging to achieve balance in your life? Are you part of a blended family and looking to navigate the unique challenges it brings? Are you going through a life change, e.g. moving or marriage, and looking for support? You’re not alone, and I’m here to encourage you every step of the way. As a Black British Caribbean woman, it’s important for me to create a safe space where clients from all walks of life can thrive.
Hi! I’m a dedicated therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples and families as they navigate through life. Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or relationship issues? Is it challenging to achieve balance in your life? Are you part of a blended family and looking to navigate the unique challenges it brings? Are you going through a life change, e.g. moving or marriage, and looking for support? You’re not alone, and I’m here to encourage you every step of the way. As a Black British Caribbean woman, it’s important for me to create a safe space where clients from all walks of life can thrive.
Suzy Bonn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that therapy is a collaborative process. I specialize in intergenerational trauma, identity development, grief & loss, coping with chronic illness, and ADHD management. I work with individuals, couples, and families to explore commitment, deepen intimacy, and navigate conflict more effectively.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that therapy is a collaborative process. I specialize in intergenerational trauma, identity development, grief & loss, coping with chronic illness, and ADHD management. I work with individuals, couples, and families to explore commitment, deepen intimacy, and navigate conflict more effectively.
Haydn Hornstein-Platt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I specialize in working with chronic conditions, mood disorders, anxiety, and life transitions, and I’m also experienced in working with folks who are struggling with trauma, ADHD, grief, and more. As your therapist, it’s my role to support you in meeting your goals, and sometimes even to develop a deeper understanding of why those goals are your focus. I will work with you to co-create the therapeutic space that serves you best. I lead with compassion, humor, and collaboration and I will at times challenge you when growth is within reach.
I specialize in working with chronic conditions, mood disorders, anxiety, and life transitions, and I’m also experienced in working with folks who are struggling with trauma, ADHD, grief, and more. As your therapist, it’s my role to support you in meeting your goals, and sometimes even to develop a deeper understanding of why those goals are your focus. I will work with you to co-create the therapeutic space that serves you best. I lead with compassion, humor, and collaboration and I will at times challenge you when growth is within reach.
Michelle Song
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd, MPhilEd
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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.
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.
Heather M. Pederson
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I believe most people benefit from a therapist who can share an understanding of their situation or relationship, while also providing a new perspective and feedback on what is getting in their way. Whether you want to take better care of yourself or your relationship with an important person, or you want to address a big stressor, I can help you feel more self-assured and make constructive changes.
I believe most people benefit from a therapist who can share an understanding of their situation or relationship, while also providing a new perspective and feedback on what is getting in their way. Whether you want to take better care of yourself or your relationship with an important person, or you want to address a big stressor, I can help you feel more self-assured and make constructive changes.
Yeva Ventura
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I believe that in order to change anything, we first need to understand and accept it. This is done through talking. I bring an empathetic, worldly, and multidisciplinary approach to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and what you want. We all repeat the same patterns through our lives that sometimes prevent us from happiness.Through therapy, we can start to observe those patterns, and then decide how we want to change them.
I believe that in order to change anything, we first need to understand and accept it. This is done through talking. I bring an empathetic, worldly, and multidisciplinary approach to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and what you want. We all repeat the same patterns through our lives that sometimes prevent us from happiness.Through therapy, we can start to observe those patterns, and then decide how we want to change them.
Leilany Davila
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I treat Anxiety, depression, lack of self-acceptance, and grief problems. I help with the management of anxiety symptoms and depression, helping you to develop coping skills to manage your every day. I help clients identify and challenge cognitive distortions and replace them with positive affirmations. I will teach some mindfulness meditation to help you when anxious & help you obtain a better understanding of your mental health to cope with your emotions.
I treat Anxiety, depression, lack of self-acceptance, and grief problems. I help with the management of anxiety symptoms and depression, helping you to develop coping skills to manage your every day. I help clients identify and challenge cognitive distortions and replace them with positive affirmations. I will teach some mindfulness meditation to help you when anxious & help you obtain a better understanding of your mental health to cope with your emotions.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Feeling depressed or worried? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Is your relationship in trouble? Visiting a psychotherapist can help! This is a mental health and counseling practice in service located in center city Philadelphia. My mission is helping clients feel like they are talking to an objective friend. Are you ready to transform your life and get on the right track? As a psychotherapist I can help you to get the results you want for your life.
Feeling depressed or worried? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Is your relationship in trouble? Visiting a psychotherapist can help! This is a mental health and counseling practice in service located in center city Philadelphia. My mission is helping clients feel like they are talking to an objective friend. Are you ready to transform your life and get on the right track? As a psychotherapist I can help you to get the results you want for your life.
Jaclyn Alper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Looking to make meaningful changes in your life or make sense of difficult past experiences? In my practice, I work to help my clients acquire the tools needed to realize their personal potential and live more satisfying lives. My areas of expertise include anxiety, trauma, and OCD. I primarily use cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy but draw from a range of techniques to meet the needs and strengths of each client. Sessions typically involve helping clients to gain insight into thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, explore alternative ways of viewing situations, and modify unhelpful behavior.
Looking to make meaningful changes in your life or make sense of difficult past experiences? In my practice, I work to help my clients acquire the tools needed to realize their personal potential and live more satisfying lives. My areas of expertise include anxiety, trauma, and OCD. I primarily use cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches to therapy but draw from a range of techniques to meet the needs and strengths of each client. Sessions typically involve helping clients to gain insight into thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, explore alternative ways of viewing situations, and modify unhelpful behavior.
Joanne Perilstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Do you lay awake worrying about your relationship, your family, money, your job, or your life in general? Feel stressed out, unable to relax? Are you easily distractible, have trouble accomplishing things, and wonder if you have ADHD? Wish you could "stop the world and get off" for while? Therapy is a good place to do just that. To help you figure out what's not working, and new ways to approach old problems. Like how to avoid having the same fight over and over with a loved one. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to, who won't judge you.
Do you lay awake worrying about your relationship, your family, money, your job, or your life in general? Feel stressed out, unable to relax? Are you easily distractible, have trouble accomplishing things, and wonder if you have ADHD? Wish you could "stop the world and get off" for while? Therapy is a good place to do just that. To help you figure out what's not working, and new ways to approach old problems. Like how to avoid having the same fight over and over with a loved one. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to, who won't judge you.
Rhonda Seidman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Are you currently struggling with life as you know it. Does your day-to-day feel overwhelming and at times really lonely? Do you want those things that matter most to you in life to feel more fulfilling? I know the idea of doing something different can be scarry and challenging but also necessary to move forward. It is my desire to help you develop ways to exchange your current stress for strength. My approach to therapy is simple. A dialogue between two people, building a trusting relationship, establishing a space for healing and growth.
Are you currently struggling with life as you know it. Does your day-to-day feel overwhelming and at times really lonely? Do you want those things that matter most to you in life to feel more fulfilling? I know the idea of doing something different can be scarry and challenging but also necessary to move forward. It is my desire to help you develop ways to exchange your current stress for strength. My approach to therapy is simple. A dialogue between two people, building a trusting relationship, establishing a space for healing and growth.
Dr. Dana L. Sinopoli
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
The people I work with are interested in making real changes in their lives and relationships and are willing to remain committed to the work even when it is most difficult. Typically what brings people in is an awareness that the same issues present over and over again, even if there are not yet words to describe exactly what is happening. Together and collaboratively, we work to make meaning of your experiences and relationships and the thoughts and feelings that accompany them. When you can see your struggles and patterns clearly, change becomes possible.
The people I work with are interested in making real changes in their lives and relationships and are willing to remain committed to the work even when it is most difficult. Typically what brings people in is an awareness that the same issues present over and over again, even if there are not yet words to describe exactly what is happening. Together and collaboratively, we work to make meaning of your experiences and relationships and the thoughts and feelings that accompany them. When you can see your struggles and patterns clearly, change becomes possible.
April Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I provide a space dedicated to encouraging the wellness of individuals. Specifically specializing in marginalized groups. I place a strong emphasis on co-creating an environment where clients feel safe, supported and challenged to become the best versions of themselves in a world that may feel isolating.
I provide a space dedicated to encouraging the wellness of individuals. Specifically specializing in marginalized groups. I place a strong emphasis on co-creating an environment where clients feel safe, supported and challenged to become the best versions of themselves in a world that may feel isolating.
Heather Batalden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults suffering from anxiety or depression or those seeking behavioral change. I also work with children ages 2-15. I provide therapy, behavioral consultation, and parent training to reach goals such as increasing frustration tolerance, improving response to directives, developing independence and self-control, strengthening social skills, assisting caregivers with the identification and execution of behavior management systems, reducing symptoms associated with ADHD, ADD, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, motivating and promoting behavioral and lifestyle changes and harm reduction.
I specialize in working with adults suffering from anxiety or depression or those seeking behavioral change. I also work with children ages 2-15. I provide therapy, behavioral consultation, and parent training to reach goals such as increasing frustration tolerance, improving response to directives, developing independence and self-control, strengthening social skills, assisting caregivers with the identification and execution of behavior management systems, reducing symptoms associated with ADHD, ADD, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, motivating and promoting behavioral and lifestyle changes and harm reduction.
Lauren B. Rosner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Throughout my diverse experience there remains one constant: the human capacity for resilience. As your therapist, I will strive to nourish your resilience. I will approach you with curiosity and attention to your uniqueness. I am dedicated to supporting you in utilizing your strengths to reach your goals. I believe that establishing a sense of safety within the therapeutic relationship is the first step towards allowing us to address difficult emotions and dynamics, which can lead to healing and growth. I will also support you in developing concrete tools and in gaining deeper understanding and acceptance of yourself and others.
Throughout my diverse experience there remains one constant: the human capacity for resilience. As your therapist, I will strive to nourish your resilience. I will approach you with curiosity and attention to your uniqueness. I am dedicated to supporting you in utilizing your strengths to reach your goals. I believe that establishing a sense of safety within the therapeutic relationship is the first step towards allowing us to address difficult emotions and dynamics, which can lead to healing and growth. I will also support you in developing concrete tools and in gaining deeper understanding and acceptance of yourself and others.
Smadar Auerbach-Barber
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I have extensive experience in helping women through their difficulties associated with life stages, as well as with people coping with chronic illness and medically challenging circumstances.
Psychotherapy is a powerful process that can alleviate suffering, increase self understanding and lead to greater fulfillment in life. My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative. I have over 20 years of experience helping people get relief of symptoms and lead fuller lives. I previously worked at the University of Pennsylvania, where I served a diverse population with a wide range of psychological difficulties. I bring into my current private practice a wealth of clinical experience, a rich and deep understanding of human nature and our innate struggles, and tools to grow and experience more joy in life.
I have extensive experience in helping women through their difficulties associated with life stages, as well as with people coping with chronic illness and medically challenging circumstances.
Psychotherapy is a powerful process that can alleviate suffering, increase self understanding and lead to greater fulfillment in life. My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative. I have over 20 years of experience helping people get relief of symptoms and lead fuller lives. I previously worked at the University of Pennsylvania, where I served a diverse population with a wide range of psychological difficulties. I bring into my current private practice a wealth of clinical experience, a rich and deep understanding of human nature and our innate struggles, and tools to grow and experience more joy in life.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.