Female Therapists in Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA

Photo of Patricia Colli, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Patricia Colli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA 19147  (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, and unprocessed trauma are holding you back, and you've been feeling stuck. You want to thrive, to feel like your life is moving in a clear direction, that you’re no longer cycling through patterns that have only caused you more pain. You’re tired of feeling like you are going around in circles, feeling “stuck” but you're not exactly sure why or what to do. Maybe you can’t remember the last time you weren’t feeling anxious, exhausted, or doubting yourself. You’re curious about what a life full of intention, joy, and peace could be like but aren’t sure how to get there. I hear you; it’s time to transform.
Anxiety, depression, and unprocessed trauma are holding you back, and you've been feeling stuck. You want to thrive, to feel like your life is moving in a clear direction, that you’re no longer cycling through patterns that have only caused you more pain. You’re tired of feeling like you are going around in circles, feeling “stuck” but you're not exactly sure why or what to do. Maybe you can’t remember the last time you weren’t feeling anxious, exhausted, or doubting yourself. You’re curious about what a life full of intention, joy, and peace could be like but aren’t sure how to get there. I hear you; it’s time to transform.
(215) 999-6836 View (215) 999-6836
Photo of Kelly Seim, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Kelly Seim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA 19145  (Online Only)
If you are seeking relief from painful emotions or a better sense of yourself, starting therapy may be an important next step. Therapy with Kelly creates real, permanent change by helping you understand causes of depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, or unhealthy relationship patterns. Gaining therapeutic insight into your past and present experiences leads to outcomes including reduction of distressing symptoms, expanded capacity to think, greater freedom and choice about behaviors and responses, increased creativity, improved overall health of the body, more fulfilling relationships, and a more integrated sense of self.
If you are seeking relief from painful emotions or a better sense of yourself, starting therapy may be an important next step. Therapy with Kelly creates real, permanent change by helping you understand causes of depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, or unhealthy relationship patterns. Gaining therapeutic insight into your past and present experiences leads to outcomes including reduction of distressing symptoms, expanded capacity to think, greater freedom and choice about behaviors and responses, increased creativity, improved overall health of the body, more fulfilling relationships, and a more integrated sense of self.
(267) 209-8064 View (267) 209-8064
Photo of Nashonne Watson - Nashonne Watson Counseling Services, LLC, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Nashonne Watson Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA 19147  (Online Only)
While I have significant background in working with severe and chronic mental illness, I am also versed in treating depression, anxiety, women's issues, life transition stress, adjustment and attachment disorders, and most of all trauma.
I am Nashonne, a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. In my 13 years of counseling experience I have built an eclectic toolbox of counseling skills geared towards helping the client to feel safe to work towards their goals, allow themselves to be vulnerable and facilitate emotional growth. I believe the therapeutic relationship is most important in counseling. I have learned this through my experiences working in multiple settings including: community mental health, private practice, homeless shelters, department of corrections, and both inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment.
While I have significant background in working with severe and chronic mental illness, I am also versed in treating depression, anxiety, women's issues, life transition stress, adjustment and attachment disorders, and most of all trauma.
I am Nashonne, a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. In my 13 years of counseling experience I have built an eclectic toolbox of counseling skills geared towards helping the client to feel safe to work towards their goals, allow themselves to be vulnerable and facilitate emotional growth. I believe the therapeutic relationship is most important in counseling. I have learned this through my experiences working in multiple settings including: community mental health, private practice, homeless shelters, department of corrections, and both inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment.
(267) 389-5653 View (267) 389-5653
Photo of Kaitlyn Bonham, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Kaitlyn Bonham
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA 19106  (Online Only)
Do you have anxiety, depression, or are you searching for effective coping skills? Your unique needs deserve understanding and support. Let’s collaborate, work together and achieve the positive changes you desire.
Do you have anxiety, depression, or are you searching for effective coping skills? Your unique needs deserve understanding and support. Let’s collaborate, work together and achieve the positive changes you desire.
(412) 883-4678 View (412) 883-4678
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.