Strength-Based Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
Yvette D Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19019 (Online Only)
Are you new or returning back to therapy? I'm Yvette, and I want to help you with your therapeutic journey. I work with BIPOC adults who now decided to make their mental health and personal goals a priority. I consider myself your personal Navigator during your mental health journey by providing clinical feedback, trust, active listening, personal accountability, and homework to help you reach your therapeutic goals. Life Coaching is also available for those who want to work on short term goals, accountability, and their personal development.
Are you new or returning back to therapy? I'm Yvette, and I want to help you with your therapeutic journey. I work with BIPOC adults who now decided to make their mental health and personal goals a priority. I consider myself your personal Navigator during your mental health journey by providing clinical feedback, trust, active listening, personal accountability, and homework to help you reach your therapeutic goals. Life Coaching is also available for those who want to work on short term goals, accountability, and their personal development.
Joy Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
I use a strength-based approach, focusing on clients' inherent strengths, resources, and resilience to overcome challenges and achieve goals.
I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety and/or depression. I provide a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and challenges, by using a combination of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies, to help identify negative thought patterns and develop practical tools for managing symptoms. I use a tailored approach with the goal to support you in building resilience, reconnecting with your strengths, and finding renewed hope and purpose in your life.
I use a strength-based approach, focusing on clients' inherent strengths, resources, and resilience to overcome challenges and achieve goals.
I have extensive experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety and/or depression. I provide a safe and empathetic space to explore emotions and challenges, by using a combination of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies, to help identify negative thought patterns and develop practical tools for managing symptoms. I use a tailored approach with the goal to support you in building resilience, reconnecting with your strengths, and finding renewed hope and purpose in your life.
With over 10 years of experience in providing therapy, I understand the value of providing a safe, supportive and comfortable environment to help individuals, families and couples' get through life's biggest challenges - such as grief & loss, teen issues, family conflict, stress management, perinatal issues, infertility, communication issues, anxiety and depression and much more. I utilize an evidence based and multidimensional therapeutic approach that incorporates different therapy styles such CBT, DBT, MI, Gottman's, Strength-Based, Solution-Focused Therapy.
With over 10 years of experience in providing therapy, I understand the value of providing a safe, supportive and comfortable environment to help individuals, families and couples' get through life's biggest challenges - such as grief & loss, teen issues, family conflict, stress management, perinatal issues, infertility, communication issues, anxiety and depression and much more. I utilize an evidence based and multidimensional therapeutic approach that incorporates different therapy styles such CBT, DBT, MI, Gottman's, Strength-Based, Solution-Focused Therapy.
Mallory Reichert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19123 (Online Only)
While the decision to seek therapy can be life changing, finding a compassionate therapist you genuinely connect with can be a daunting task. I offer a safe, empathic, and judgment-free space to explore what matters to you. Treatment is collaborative, strength-based, and tailored to your unique needs and goals. I partner with each person I work with to find the best possible treatment approach, while empowering you to make meaningful, lasting change. You are the expert in your own life!
While the decision to seek therapy can be life changing, finding a compassionate therapist you genuinely connect with can be a daunting task. I offer a safe, empathic, and judgment-free space to explore what matters to you. Treatment is collaborative, strength-based, and tailored to your unique needs and goals. I partner with each person I work with to find the best possible treatment approach, while empowering you to make meaningful, lasting change. You are the expert in your own life!
Liz Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19101 (Online Only)
I am easy to talk to and work from a strength-based/solution focused perspective where you are the expert in you.
Do you find yourself feeling keyed up or on edge, worrying about things you cannot control? Are you stressed with work and home life demands, wanting to cope and find balance? Is your self-care battery on empty and you need a recharge? Do you and your partner struggle with communication, feel stuck on the hamster wheel? You can improve the quality of your life, there are better ways to cope, and you can feel better. There is hope and there are solutions, and ways to change our perspective/thought processes. Let's work together to build an environment of safety and trust.
I am easy to talk to and work from a strength-based/solution focused perspective where you are the expert in you.
Do you find yourself feeling keyed up or on edge, worrying about things you cannot control? Are you stressed with work and home life demands, wanting to cope and find balance? Is your self-care battery on empty and you need a recharge? Do you and your partner struggle with communication, feel stuck on the hamster wheel? You can improve the quality of your life, there are better ways to cope, and you can feel better. There is hope and there are solutions, and ways to change our perspective/thought processes. Let's work together to build an environment of safety and trust.
Courtney Muzac
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
My name is Courtney Muzac-Smith, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Georgia and Pennsylvania. I see clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and self-esteem. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Breath, and Mindfulness to help my clients achieve their goals. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help build a shared understanding of the client's reality.
My name is Courtney Muzac-Smith, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Georgia and Pennsylvania. I see clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and self-esteem. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Breath, and Mindfulness to help my clients achieve their goals. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help build a shared understanding of the client's reality.
Are you experiencing depression/anxiety, career issues, substance use issues, relationship issues, and familial issues? Your needs may include identifying and implementing new ways of coping, exploring career options, finding a treatment facility, or acquiring new insights regarding your spouse/family member. A client would work with me to address areas in their life that are contributing to stressors.
Are you experiencing depression/anxiety, career issues, substance use issues, relationship issues, and familial issues? Your needs may include identifying and implementing new ways of coping, exploring career options, finding a treatment facility, or acquiring new insights regarding your spouse/family member. A client would work with me to address areas in their life that are contributing to stressors.
Kaitlin DiGiacinto-Turick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step on this adventure. I know finding the right therapist can be hard and a grueling process. For many clients this is the first time they have asked for help. I am passionate about creating a space for clients that is safe, freeing & nonjudgmental. I hope to do this through my multicultural background, interest in the client's perspective and the therapeutic relationship built. I operate from a systems & contextual framework where I believe clients are stuck, not sick. I work with clients to create goals and plans that are collaborative and empowering.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step on this adventure. I know finding the right therapist can be hard and a grueling process. For many clients this is the first time they have asked for help. I am passionate about creating a space for clients that is safe, freeing & nonjudgmental. I hope to do this through my multicultural background, interest in the client's perspective and the therapeutic relationship built. I operate from a systems & contextual framework where I believe clients are stuck, not sick. I work with clients to create goals and plans that are collaborative and empowering.
Jess St. Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19143 (Online Only)
Are you curious about how your exploration of your inner experiences could deepen your relationship to yourself and the world around you? Hi, I’m Jess. I’m a queer, black clinician who believes that we are all simultaneously imperfect and good, that our relationships shape who we are, and that we have all of the wisdom we need to heal. In my work as a therapist I’ve had the honor of sitting beside my clients as they cultivate curiosity and compassion for themselves, repair relational and systemic wounds, and recognize their ability to shape change in their lives.
Are you curious about how your exploration of your inner experiences could deepen your relationship to yourself and the world around you? Hi, I’m Jess. I’m a queer, black clinician who believes that we are all simultaneously imperfect and good, that our relationships shape who we are, and that we have all of the wisdom we need to heal. In my work as a therapist I’ve had the honor of sitting beside my clients as they cultivate curiosity and compassion for themselves, repair relational and systemic wounds, and recognize their ability to shape change in their lives.
Dr. Sonia Schilling-Mansour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I offer a personalized approach for individuals dedicated to personal growth and open to new experiences. Together, we’ll embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing, as I provide compassionate support through life's challenges. I work with primary children (ages 8-12), adolescents (ages 13+), adults, and couples seeking guidance in navigating life's complexities. My focus includes addressing issues like depression, anxiety, co-dependency, anger management, self-esteem, trauma, peer relationships, school challenges, divorce, and relationship difficulties.
I offer a personalized approach for individuals dedicated to personal growth and open to new experiences. Together, we’ll embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing, as I provide compassionate support through life's challenges. I work with primary children (ages 8-12), adolescents (ages 13+), adults, and couples seeking guidance in navigating life's complexities. My focus includes addressing issues like depression, anxiety, co-dependency, anger management, self-esteem, trauma, peer relationships, school challenges, divorce, and relationship difficulties.
Sierra Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Welcome, my name is Sierra Thompson and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling, specializing in trauma. I have years of experience working with adult and adolescent populations. My experience in the field has been comprised of private practice and community behavioral settings.
Welcome, my name is Sierra Thompson and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling, specializing in trauma. I have years of experience working with adult and adolescent populations. My experience in the field has been comprised of private practice and community behavioral settings.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
My name is Jacqueline Lovell, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in trauma therapy and have a motivational approach to meet the clients where they are at and help them grow and complete the goals, they set for themselves. My main therapy approaches are motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. Helping each client work on their views of themselves and changing some of the ways we think in certain situations. I always meet the clients where they are at. I want their goals to be THEIR goals, all well guiding them to find their goals and aspirations.
My name is Jacqueline Lovell, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in trauma therapy and have a motivational approach to meet the clients where they are at and help them grow and complete the goals, they set for themselves. My main therapy approaches are motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. Helping each client work on their views of themselves and changing some of the ways we think in certain situations. I always meet the clients where they are at. I want their goals to be THEIR goals, all well guiding them to find their goals and aspirations.
Khalilah Yadullah
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Welcome everyone! My name is Khalilah Yadullah. I am a psychotherapist. I believe in providing each person with a safe and judgement-free space, when in a therapeutic session. I use techniques from different therapeutic schools of thought to assist in the therapeutic journey with each person. I am grounded in DBT. I believe in providing each person with a safe and judgement-free space, when in a therapeutic session. I will validate your feelings, challenge cognitive distortions, encourage and explore physical wellness, and set SMART goals for each troubled area identified.
Welcome everyone! My name is Khalilah Yadullah. I am a psychotherapist. I believe in providing each person with a safe and judgement-free space, when in a therapeutic session. I use techniques from different therapeutic schools of thought to assist in the therapeutic journey with each person. I am grounded in DBT. I believe in providing each person with a safe and judgement-free space, when in a therapeutic session. I will validate your feelings, challenge cognitive distortions, encourage and explore physical wellness, and set SMART goals for each troubled area identified.
I am open to working with clients from all walks of life, those who know what their goals are, and those who are uncertain about what they expect from therapy. My professional and lived experience helps me relate to clients who have difficulties adjusting to changes in life, as well as older adults, caregivers, and people of all ages struggling with family issues. A psychodynamic approach helps clients feel listened to and encouraged to develop their story, gain insight and self-awareness, & notice the connection between past events and current difficulties.
I am open to working with clients from all walks of life, those who know what their goals are, and those who are uncertain about what they expect from therapy. My professional and lived experience helps me relate to clients who have difficulties adjusting to changes in life, as well as older adults, caregivers, and people of all ages struggling with family issues. A psychodynamic approach helps clients feel listened to and encouraged to develop their story, gain insight and self-awareness, & notice the connection between past events and current difficulties.
Are you feeling like no one really gets you or understands what you're going through? Are you having trouble connecting with others? Do you want to reclaim your life? Everyone has their own struggles and experiences that we might not know how to deal with. When these challenges happen, it’s normal to feel sad, anxious, or angry, but it can be tough to handle these feelings by yourself. Therapy is a place where you can find support to grow, heal, and work towards a more fulfilling life!
Are you feeling like no one really gets you or understands what you're going through? Are you having trouble connecting with others? Do you want to reclaim your life? Everyone has their own struggles and experiences that we might not know how to deal with. When these challenges happen, it’s normal to feel sad, anxious, or angry, but it can be tough to handle these feelings by yourself. Therapy is a place where you can find support to grow, heal, and work towards a more fulfilling life!
Jieun Gu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19131 (Online Only)
Have you found yourself not getting much better from Talk Therapy sessions? Despite all of your efforts and work in progress, are you still struggling with rumination, confusion, exhaustion, numbness, sleeping and eating issues, avoidance, addiction, body image issues, guilt, shame, anger, irritability, sadness, feeling empty or void, loss of interest, self-limiting beliefs (I’m not good enough), and so forth? In over 8 years of clinical experience, I have observed profound healing in my clients by addressing the underlying causes of their distress.
Have you found yourself not getting much better from Talk Therapy sessions? Despite all of your efforts and work in progress, are you still struggling with rumination, confusion, exhaustion, numbness, sleeping and eating issues, avoidance, addiction, body image issues, guilt, shame, anger, irritability, sadness, feeling empty or void, loss of interest, self-limiting beliefs (I’m not good enough), and so forth? In over 8 years of clinical experience, I have observed profound healing in my clients by addressing the underlying causes of their distress.
Rachel Kujat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Hello! I am an LCSW and licensed in PA, NJ, and NC. I have over ten years experience as a Medical Social Worker in various healthcare settings, where I have gained extensive knowledge of community resources and experience in counseling patients and their families on acute and chronic illnesses, terminal illnesses, grief/bereavement, transplant candidacy, major life changes/transitions, cancer diagnoses and survivorship, and postpartum changes. I am passionate about helping my clients gain insight into their thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and helping my clients reach their full potential.Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Hello! I am an LCSW and licensed in PA, NJ, and NC. I have over ten years experience as a Medical Social Worker in various healthcare settings, where I have gained extensive knowledge of community resources and experience in counseling patients and their families on acute and chronic illnesses, terminal illnesses, grief/bereavement, transplant candidacy, major life changes/transitions, cancer diagnoses and survivorship, and postpartum changes. I am passionate about helping my clients gain insight into their thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and helping my clients reach their full potential.Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Felice Jordana Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I have experience providing mental health therapy to a variety of populations in therapeutic settings. I have provided therapy to individuals struggling with all types of addiction and addictive/ compulsive behaviors. I have worked extensively with individuals and couples who identify on the GLBTQ spectrum and who were experiencing sexual and gender identity issues. I treated individuals who experienced domestic violence and or sexual trauma. I treated individuals struggling with a variety of sexual health issues and dysfunctions. I have experience providing therapy to people of color who were HIV+, helping them manage issues related to their sexuality, relationships, sexual and gender identity.
I have experience providing mental health therapy to a variety of populations in therapeutic settings. I have provided therapy to individuals struggling with all types of addiction and addictive/ compulsive behaviors. I have worked extensively with individuals and couples who identify on the GLBTQ spectrum and who were experiencing sexual and gender identity issues. I treated individuals who experienced domestic violence and or sexual trauma. I treated individuals struggling with a variety of sexual health issues and dysfunctions. I have experience providing therapy to people of color who were HIV+, helping them manage issues related to their sexuality, relationships, sexual and gender identity.
Elizabeth Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19130 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. I have over 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transition challenges. I have certifications in both child & adolescent psychotherapy and the treatment of eating disorders, and training in CBT through the Beck Institute. My perspective is psychodynamic and integrates attachment and trauma theories.
I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. I have over 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transition challenges. I have certifications in both child & adolescent psychotherapy and the treatment of eating disorders, and training in CBT through the Beck Institute. My perspective is psychodynamic and integrates attachment and trauma theories.
Caitlin Cantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, CGT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I provide a safe and supportive space for individuals and couples to talk about difficult subjects without fear of judgment. I specialize in relationships and relational work. I help couples heal from unresolved issues, learn new ways to communicate and understand each other, and deepen their intimacy. I teach couples how to have hard conversations that end in deeper connection, instead of painful fights that result in deeper wounds. I also help single people navigate the dating world, date from a place of confidence and self-worth, & create a healthy, lasting relationship.
I provide a safe and supportive space for individuals and couples to talk about difficult subjects without fear of judgment. I specialize in relationships and relational work. I help couples heal from unresolved issues, learn new ways to communicate and understand each other, and deepen their intimacy. I teach couples how to have hard conversations that end in deeper connection, instead of painful fights that result in deeper wounds. I also help single people navigate the dating world, date from a place of confidence and self-worth, & create a healthy, lasting relationship.
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