Strength-Based Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

Sarah Valdivieso is an empathetic Marriage and Family Therapist who respects each client’s unique and individual journey and capacity for resiliency. From a systemic and strength-based lens, Ms. Valdivieso works with her clients to help them to be better able to balance acceptance with change as they create more manageable and meaningful lives. Ms. Valdivieso supports clients in removing the obstacles that block them emotionally and in relationships by helping them to heal family or other wounds from the past.

I help young adults with difficult life transitions, identity development, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, family discords, as well as stress related to race, gender and sexuality. I aim to support you in self discovery and guide you in navigating life challenges. I strive to create and provide a space that is compassionate, supportive and collaborative. As an immigrant growing up with multiple cultures and languages myself, I value working with clients from a diverse background and cultural identities.

It may feel overwhelming to reach out for help and to trust someone else with your thoughts and feelings, not to mention your past experiences and hopes and dreams for the future. I understand how challenging it can be to figure out who you are, where you want to go, and how to get there - and how difficult it is to start taking those initial steps toward self-discovery. I believe that the journey is more important than the destination since goals tend to be redefined through the learning that occurs in therapy.

Therapy is for everyone, not just folks experiencing crisis or those experiencing life’s more difficult struggles. Everyone deserves an affirming therapist and a therapeutic space where they can discuss any and all challenges or concerns. I facilitate this by being a cheerful, warm, and active participant during sessions. I find that my clients appreciate and benefit from my engaging demeanor and the colorful metaphors I use to convey concepts.

I strongly believe that engaging in the the therapeutic process can be one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. My primary aim as a therapist is to help each individual I work with lead their best life in whatever form that takes. I use an integrative approach drawing from a relational framework, incorporating components of cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based and solution-focused techniques.

It can be overwhelming to grapple with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and the countless stressors that come with everyday life. If you're yearning for relief, clarity, and empowerment, I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey. My practice is founded on the principles of compassion, understanding, and respect for your unique experiences and perspectives. Together, we can explore the underlying factors contributing to your distress, develop coping strategies tailored to your needs, and work towards creating positive changes in your life.

My therapy style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, with a little humor sprinkled in. I see therapy as a space where you should feel accepted, supported, and empowered to make changes. I use insight, strength-based approaches to help you gain a deeper understanding of your past and how it impacts your present relationships, both with yourself and others. Once we understand the origin of your problems, I can help you make more informed choices to create long-lasting solutions. Our work will help deepen your self-awareness, increase your resilience, improve your relationships, and enhance your overall fulfillment.

I am very passionate about working with people of color and those who are part of the LGBTQ+ community. My goal as a therapist is to help clients connect to their own personal voice, strengths and resources to begin the process of reconstructing their personal narrative. Trust and safety is what I bring to the room. These are vital factors in facilitating change. Within the therapeutic realm, each client can feel empowered to make healthy and constructive choices that will navigate them on their road to recovery.

As Licensed Professional Counselors, we have experience in many challenging settings with a variety of age groups and cultures. We have provided individual and family counseling in outpatient clinics, school based counseling, correctional facilities, hospitalization programs, and intensive outpatient programs. We have worked in depth with children, adolescents, young adults as well as adults. We have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, substance use, relationship issues, grief and loss, as well as several other areas.

I have a very rich and diverse professional experience spanning 20 years. My work is guided by this mantra “It’s the relationship that heals” Irvin Yalom. I am Maia Rosser, LMSW a graduate of University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Work.

Finding balance in life can be tough. Stressors that come with everyday living can be difficult to manage and take away from feelings of fulfillment. My role is to find strategies to get in touch with what it means to be you. Our experiences are unique and mold us into who we are today. My approach takes this into account by using various mindfulness techniques, expressive art therapies, and strength-based approaches to get to know yourself. I practice with a trauma sensitive lens which makes for an inclusive and compassionate atmosphere. Therapy works best when feeling heard and accepted and this is the foundation of my approach.

Danica D. Moore, LMSW is the Founder of Therapeutic and Wellness Consulting, LLC (TAWC) with an expertise in trauma recovery. She believes that healing, happiness and success are the birthright of everyone and has spent the last 20 years creating safe spaces to support clients pursue that path. As an expert in trauma and wellness, Danica’s work crosses a variety of settings with diverse clients. She has worked with individuals, groups, couples, non-profits and for-profit businesses. She operates within a strength-based framework, using evidence-based practices such as CBT to promote transformation and healing.

I have an extensive professional history of working with families and couples in crisis. Many of us struggle in our relationships & find that clear communication is challenging for many reasons. The barriers may include issues with past trauma or failed attempts to find the right words during a conflict. I bring the structural therapy tools to help a family, couple, or individual recognize the triggers of their conflicts, explore past trauma & the impact it may have on the current relationship/situation, help the individual challenge automatic negative assumptions, & find a response which leads to clear communication.

In my work with adolescents, young adults and their parents, I am committed to providing individuals with the tools to realize their potential and separate themselves from the substances, behaviors and attitudes hindering their development and well-being. I provide a collaborative, respectful and empathic therapeutic context for addressing the personal issues and challenges that interfere with healthy functioning and a sense of personal competence. Using a strength-based approach, I specialize in helping young people develop the self-awareness and coping tools necessary for navigating a confusing and complicated time in their lives.

The Associates for Well-Being offers supportive and integrative therapy with an emphasis on strength-based, cognitive, behavioral, mindful, and relational approaches. We are licensed, general clinicians who enjoy helping others work through difficult times in their lives, learn new coping and well-being strategies, achieve their goals, and maximize their enjoyment and fulfillment in their lives.

I work with individuals challenged by the consequences of trauma. Sometimes it can be difficult to even understand how those moments are effecting you now. My focus is to first work on your current symtpoms, the anxiety and depression and other challenges that make it hard to function, and then work towards releasing the hold those past experiences have over your life. Together, we will create a safe and supportive environment to help you work through your toughest challenges to make the changes you see for yourself. I welcome diversity of all kinds.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York state and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I provide psychotherapy services to residents of New York and Pennsylvania via video sessions. Services that are offered include individual, as well as family therapy sessions. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association. I have been working in the counseling field for over 17 years.

Your Well-Being is my priority at Peace of Mind Therapeutic Services. I provide a warm and affirming therapeutic approach. My goal is to help you develop self-understanding where you can identify barriers, adopt healthy living choices, and behaviors that are congruent with the peace you hope to achieve. At Peace of Mind Therapeutic Services, I strive for clients to heal from the past so that they can enjoy life, feel more confident, improve relationships, find peace and ultimately live your best life on purpose!

Using an intersectional lens, I strive to offer an affirming space for people of all identities and experiences, including LGBTQIA+, poly, and kink communities. I work collaboratively with clients to create a supportive, safe and healing environment, free of judgment, that honors their history and individual experiences. I use an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from psychodynamic, relational, social justice-oriented, and strength-based approaches.