Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

Samantha believes in the transformative power of understanding and embracing our personal narratives as a courageous step towards acceptance and healing. She has dedicated her career to supporting youth and their families through a trauma-informed lens. In all aspects of her life, Samantha's passions converge to drive positive change, amplify voices, and celebrate the beauty of human expression.

Throughout my therapeutic training, I've engaged with diverse communities, including college students, first-generation college attendees, BIPOC individuals, and Asian Americans, within community mental health settings. Proficient in English, Urdu, and Pashto, I conduct therapy sessions in these languages. My approach emphasizes collaboration, focusing on nurturing healthy coping mechanisms and amplifying strengths to construct a personalized toolkit for use beyond therapy sessions.

Therapy is the fight for autonomy over our decisions and our strengths-based connections in the aftermath. The universal social work tradition is to build practice based on reciprocity, continuity of care, consent, and affirmation. Therapists build supportive networks through community-based knowledge, interrelationships and love. We labor for access to self determination over our own identities and communities at large. We take a holistic view of the self through a social context, and work to create open and dynamic spaces and roles for ourselves and each other. This must include confronting stigma, isolation and disconnection.

Seeking help is a sign of strength and health, not weakness or shame. You have a story and it matters. As an experienced mental health therapist, I feel honored to listen to your story and work together toward change and healing. My style is very warm, supportive, emotions-focused and collaborative. I place the utmost importance on developing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. Most often I work with individuals affected by issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, identity/self-esteem, attachment and relationship issues. I also help clients with other challenges including grief, self-harm, and chronic health issues.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness (www.cbtmindful.com). I have over two decades of experience providing a variety of research-based treatments at all levels of care with clients from all age groups and backgrounds. The primary focus of my work has been treating adults and adolescents with anxiety and mood disorders, PTSD, OCD, substance use disorders, and medical conditions. I provide evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Gottman Method couples therapy, among others.

Sean is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a masters degree in counseling psychology from Temple University. He has clinical experience in private practice, community mental health, and drug and alcohol addiction settings, as well as professional experience in both newspaper journalism and sleep medicine. He works with adults and adolescents 14 and older to opt out of self-defeating patterns and take committed action in service of their best selves.

I believe in a strengths-based approach to treatment, which means I start by working to understand who my client is, what their concerns/goals are, and how they can best be approached. This allows me to collaborate with my clients to develop effective coping skills for substance use, harm reduction, anxiety, depression, adjustment to aging, grief, relationship stress and boundary setting, or reactions to trauma. I also have experience with queer populations (LGBTQ+). I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 10 years of professional experience in nonprofit and an additional 5 years in therapy practice.

What is your story? It's common to have a running narrative about who you are in this world. We use certain words to describe ourselves, like “I’m too shy.” “I’m an anxious person.” “I’m not good enough.” While these stories are based on real experiences, they can also hold power over our self-esteem, our decision-making, and our relationships. In therapy, we will work to understand yourself in new ways that feel more accepting, empowering and expansive.

Hi there, Life is an ever-changing and often challenging journey, it’s not uncommon to find yourself feeling confused, frustrated, and stuck. It takes strength and courage to engage in self-exploration and personal growth and therapy can help. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 10 years of clinical experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families in different settings including schools, outpatient clinics, and private practice.

My first priority is for my clients to feel safe and heard, and I believe it is my job to create that space. As I’ve seen in my personal and professional life, therapy can save lives both figuratively and literally by developing acceptance, hope, and change. Some challenges I support clients through include relationship issues, communication, emotion and mood regulation, and trauma from childhood or adult abuse. My personal experiences allow me to better relate to and understand clients with whom I share similarities. My role is to walk alongside my clients, eliciting their self-knowledge, and offering tools along the way.

I specialize in treating chronic pain and chronic illness. When working with clients with chronic pain and/or chronic illness, I focus on the concept of functional restoration. This means helping clients get back to doing the things that are most important to them and spending time with their loved ones. I use techniques that include activity pacing, relaxation exercises, hypnosis for pain control, and values clarification to help clients create a new and fulfilling life for themselves, even in the midst of pain and illness. I work collaboratively with clients to develop healthier coping strategies, and provide candid feedback.

Naomi is a clinical social work and sex therapist who works with clients experiencing a wide variety of mental health and sexuality challenges. She is client-centered, trauma-informed, and collaborates readily with clients to help them achieve their goals, find sexual freedom, feel empowered by their choices, and develop deep insights. As a queer-identified person, she enjoys working with folks of all genders and sexualities and specializes in working with ethically non-monogamous partnerships.

Hi there! My name is Becca, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. I received my MSW from the University of Pittsburgh and have been practicing since 2018. I am passionate about helping clients who may feel lost or stuck build skills to create a meaningful and empowering life. I draw from a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.

I often view my work as supporting bodies in transition - in whatever form that comes. Many of my clients are those with medical illness or injury, caregivers, mothers, or trauma survivors who are faced with the impact that change in their physical self has on their mental and emotional well-being. Clients often wish to explore the mind-body connection, integrate non-verbal approaches, or find a new perspective on therapy. I also work with infants and children who deserve the same compassionate care, but don't benefit from verbal therapy in the same way.

Hi! My name is Sonya and I am a licensed professional counselor and board certified music therapist working with adults dealing with mental health, life transitions, and substance abuse. I have seven years of experience working in both inpatient mental health and substance abuse rehab settings. I have experience working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, substance abuse disorders, and post traumatic stress disorder. I am passionate about working with the LGBT population and other marginalized communities to support their overall mental health goals through affirming care.

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.

Let's Talk Therapy! Do you feel stuck in a spiral of negative thinking and self doubt that seems to be never-ending? Do you want to get out of your head and into your life? Our thoughts have a direct impact on our emotions and behaviors; which can seem like a vicious cycle. I am here to help YOU! I am assertive, interactive and collaborative. I provide tangible action items to implement in your life. I will honor your personal experiences and perspectives, and appropriately provide feedback and insight based upon professional expertise, observations and assessment.

I find that the ability to connect with a client, listen, and offer emotional support at challenging moments in their lives is what I value most about being a therapist. There is immense gratitude for being able to witness the transformation of someone who is progressing to live a life filled with purpose and meanings. I specialize in working with folks with traumas, depression, anxiety, and grief. I also work with clients struggling with relationships issues, OCD, ADHD, immigration issues, and addictions. I also practice psychotherapy in both English and Spanish, and I work with individuals, couples, and families.

Hi, I'm Sarah and I specialize in working with neurodivergent toddlers, children and teens. My clients face challenges with communicating with their parents, making friends, navigating social situations, regulating their emotions, and figuring out where they fit in. I help my clients by giving them a space to talk, showing acceptance, and teaching them strategies to navigate a world that often feels overwhelming. My clients learn how to identify, communicate, and use coping skills to help them regulate their emotions. I also offer parent sessions to support parents as their child navigates their therapy journey.