Experiential Therapy in Pottstown, PA
Lauren McVicker Fritz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
Navigating our worlds can be really challenging these days. Day to day life can be complex enough, but when additional stressors appear, things can get really difficult. Sometimes it is really helpful to have someone with a calm and quiet presence, and a couple decades of skilled practice outside of your normal life to talk to when things get overwhelming. It is reassuring to know that you can find effective and compassionate help.
Navigating our worlds can be really challenging these days. Day to day life can be complex enough, but when additional stressors appear, things can get really difficult. Sometimes it is really helpful to have someone with a calm and quiet presence, and a couple decades of skilled practice outside of your normal life to talk to when things get overwhelming. It is reassuring to know that you can find effective and compassionate help.
Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.
Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.
James Alderfer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19464
I provide therapeutic services for individuals and families who are struggling with difficult relationships, and for anyone needing help navigating challenging states of being or life situations. Perhaps troubling emotions, including numbness, are separating you from others and from participating in the world, keeping you disconnected from life. Perhaps you are at an impasse where the old ways of life are no longer working and the new have not yet emerged; maybe you are giving up hope of meaningful contact with others and on how you fit in this world.
I provide therapeutic services for individuals and families who are struggling with difficult relationships, and for anyone needing help navigating challenging states of being or life situations. Perhaps troubling emotions, including numbness, are separating you from others and from participating in the world, keeping you disconnected from life. Perhaps you are at an impasse where the old ways of life are no longer working and the new have not yet emerged; maybe you are giving up hope of meaningful contact with others and on how you fit in this world.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional challenges, struggling with past trauma, or navigating complex relationships? I’m here to help. As an LPC specializing in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Trauma/PTSD, my passion lies in supporting individuals who have experienced traumatic events. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings, identify triggers, and develop positive coping skills. Together, we'll address your unique needs and work towards a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional challenges, struggling with past trauma, or navigating complex relationships? I’m here to help. As an LPC specializing in Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Trauma/PTSD, my passion lies in supporting individuals who have experienced traumatic events. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings, identify triggers, and develop positive coping skills. Together, we'll address your unique needs and work towards a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Therapy is a gift. It is transformative. It is empowering. And empowering others through warmth, support, compassion, evidence-based therapeutic practices, and psychoeducation is what gets my blood pumping. My fundamental goal is to help you discover the strength and agency within yourself to make important choices which espouse positive change. Emotions can be difficult to navigate. I firmly and emphatically believe that, together, we can identify and employ effective tools which serve as a catalyst for allowing you to experience improved wellness, and enjoy an enduringly elevated quality of life.
Therapy is a gift. It is transformative. It is empowering. And empowering others through warmth, support, compassion, evidence-based therapeutic practices, and psychoeducation is what gets my blood pumping. My fundamental goal is to help you discover the strength and agency within yourself to make important choices which espouse positive change. Emotions can be difficult to navigate. I firmly and emphatically believe that, together, we can identify and employ effective tools which serve as a catalyst for allowing you to experience improved wellness, and enjoy an enduringly elevated quality of life.
Emerald Coast Therapeutics
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, ASTC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19465
We are wired to connect with one another. And the nature of pain is that it can cause us to withdraw from those around us, including from ourselves. This is where I try to help; I take the art of listening seriously and recognize that being heard is a part of the therapy process. Experiences with depression, anxiety, relationships, substances and much more all impact & interfere with our ability to connect with others and with being comfortable with ourselves. If this is where you are, please contact me to see if I would be a good fit for you.
We are wired to connect with one another. And the nature of pain is that it can cause us to withdraw from those around us, including from ourselves. This is where I try to help; I take the art of listening seriously and recognize that being heard is a part of the therapy process. Experiences with depression, anxiety, relationships, substances and much more all impact & interfere with our ability to connect with others and with being comfortable with ourselves. If this is where you are, please contact me to see if I would be a good fit for you.
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Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.
Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.
Following an intake assessment, I am able to offer recommendations regarding whether services are needed, further assessment or evaluation may be required, ongoing services, or a referral to another provider or group may be appropriate. I believe each potential client has the ability to self-determine what is best for him or herself, so long as not harming others. Go to KimberlyRehak.TribeSites.Com for more information.
Following an intake assessment, I am able to offer recommendations regarding whether services are needed, further assessment or evaluation may be required, ongoing services, or a referral to another provider or group may be appropriate. I believe each potential client has the ability to self-determine what is best for him or herself, so long as not harming others. Go to KimberlyRehak.TribeSites.Com for more information.
Sometimes, life is really hard. Difficult experiences and past traumas can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, shut down and alone. Relief and some hope would feel so welcome right now. Together we'll find a path to peace and balance. We will get to know the parts of you that may be carrying anxiety, depression, shame, fear, relationship issues, addictions, grief, loss, or other experiences.
Sometimes, life is really hard. Difficult experiences and past traumas can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, shut down and alone. Relief and some hope would feel so welcome right now. Together we'll find a path to peace and balance. We will get to know the parts of you that may be carrying anxiety, depression, shame, fear, relationship issues, addictions, grief, loss, or other experiences.
Cyndie Westrich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
As a woman, life pulls you in many different directions. Pleasing everyone leaves you feeling overwhelmed especially after loss or sudden change. Worry, fear, guilt, & obligation spiral. Life hits a tipping point: You need time to yourself, but you feel guilty & yet continuing to avoid how you feel, only makes things worse. Now you're at a turning point. I specialize in helping women, who feel anxious & depressed from major life challenges, transitions, trauma & losses, move forward with renewed confidence & hope. With 30 years of experience, I collaborate with you to decrease anxiety & help you reach your personal goals.
As a woman, life pulls you in many different directions. Pleasing everyone leaves you feeling overwhelmed especially after loss or sudden change. Worry, fear, guilt, & obligation spiral. Life hits a tipping point: You need time to yourself, but you feel guilty & yet continuing to avoid how you feel, only makes things worse. Now you're at a turning point. I specialize in helping women, who feel anxious & depressed from major life challenges, transitions, trauma & losses, move forward with renewed confidence & hope. With 30 years of experience, I collaborate with you to decrease anxiety & help you reach your personal goals.
Cecelia S. Baldwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing as a therapist, trainer, and consultant in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. I have a broad and unique base of clinical experience and education. I have a particular passion and expertise in working with children, adolescents, individuals and families struggling with relationships difficulties. I have significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing as a therapist, trainer, and consultant in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. I have a broad and unique base of clinical experience and education. I have a particular passion and expertise in working with children, adolescents, individuals and families struggling with relationships difficulties. I have significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
I joined Strouse Counseling and Wellness LLC to support adolescents and adults in developing a sense of self and gain insights in their struggles. I support clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, self-medication as well as needing to process trauma. I support clients in expressing themselves in a non-judgmental environment and help identify coping skills.
I joined Strouse Counseling and Wellness LLC to support adolescents and adults in developing a sense of self and gain insights in their struggles. I support clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, self-medication as well as needing to process trauma. I support clients in expressing themselves in a non-judgmental environment and help identify coping skills.
Rebecca Tavangar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460 (Online Only)
During these challenging times, there is so much hope in new approaches that integrate mind-body science to improve emotional health and wellbeing. We have the capacity to create new realities when we understand the nature of our own patterns of thought and behavior. Two of the most important steps we can take towards improved emotional health are learning how to regulate our nervous system, and implementing specific strategies to change negative patterns of thinking. We have the profound capability to do this.
During these challenging times, there is so much hope in new approaches that integrate mind-body science to improve emotional health and wellbeing. We have the capacity to create new realities when we understand the nature of our own patterns of thought and behavior. Two of the most important steps we can take towards improved emotional health are learning how to regulate our nervous system, and implementing specific strategies to change negative patterns of thinking. We have the profound capability to do this.
Jenna Hesbol
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSTIP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Limerick, PA 19468
Welcome! I'm so glad you are taking a step to take care of yourself! Therapy is a place of refuge and solace; a place to slow down to take a closer look at what has not been fulfilling, what has caused pain, what has lingered and now surfaces as problematic. It's a place to address underlying relationship patterns, trauma, losses, etc. with compassionate support. It is ALSO a place to honor what you have become even despite what has left you currently feeling "stuck," anxious, lost, sad, overwhelmed, fearful, alone, etc.
Welcome! I'm so glad you are taking a step to take care of yourself! Therapy is a place of refuge and solace; a place to slow down to take a closer look at what has not been fulfilling, what has caused pain, what has lingered and now surfaces as problematic. It's a place to address underlying relationship patterns, trauma, losses, etc. with compassionate support. It is ALSO a place to honor what you have become even despite what has left you currently feeling "stuck," anxious, lost, sad, overwhelmed, fearful, alone, etc.
Tarynn Meier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II, CDBT
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Royersford, PA 19468
Waitlist for new clients
Tarynn Meier, Chief Operating Officer of Everlasting Wellness LLC and Therapist, has been an active member in good standing with the American Counseling Association since 2010. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Level 2), and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy provider. Additionally, she has intensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Contingency Management, Motivational Interviewing, and treatment of Mental Health issues inclusive of process (aka behavioral) addictions.
Tarynn Meier, Chief Operating Officer of Everlasting Wellness LLC and Therapist, has been an active member in good standing with the American Counseling Association since 2010. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Level 2), and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy provider. Additionally, she has intensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Contingency Management, Motivational Interviewing, and treatment of Mental Health issues inclusive of process (aka behavioral) addictions.
Cornerstone Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Your full-service psychotherapy practice offering counseling, psychiatry, psychological testing and nutritional services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our goal is to partner with you in “building the foundation for healthy living,” through providing quality, comprehensive care. Our practice is designed to make quality mental health care as accessible and stress-free as possible. We will streamline care from aligning you with the appropriate therapist to meet your individual needs.
Your full-service psychotherapy practice offering counseling, psychiatry, psychological testing and nutritional services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our goal is to partner with you in “building the foundation for healthy living,” through providing quality, comprehensive care. Our practice is designed to make quality mental health care as accessible and stress-free as possible. We will streamline care from aligning you with the appropriate therapist to meet your individual needs.
A Sascha Baello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Royersford, PA 19468
Are you currently in a toxic relationship? Have you gotten out of a toxic relationship and don't know where to go from here? Do you feel isolated or like no one understands what you are going through? My passion centers around helping clients to find their inner strength to heal from these relationships, understand their experience, and empower them to move forward into a new, healthier life.
Are you currently in a toxic relationship? Have you gotten out of a toxic relationship and don't know where to go from here? Do you feel isolated or like no one understands what you are going through? My passion centers around helping clients to find their inner strength to heal from these relationships, understand their experience, and empower them to move forward into a new, healthier life.
I am so glad you are considering getting started with therapy, whether it’s for you or a loved one. I focus on helping adults and parents navigate the complexities of relationships, both internal and external. Whether you're struggling with negative self-talk or facing challenges with loved ones, I can help. I work well with people who have tried therapy but feel stuck or need a different approach. In our sessions, we'll work to understand your inner voice and how it affects your relationships as well as building communication bridges with loved ones, friends, and family.
I am so glad you are considering getting started with therapy, whether it’s for you or a loved one. I focus on helping adults and parents navigate the complexities of relationships, both internal and external. Whether you're struggling with negative self-talk or facing challenges with loved ones, I can help. I work well with people who have tried therapy but feel stuck or need a different approach. In our sessions, we'll work to understand your inner voice and how it affects your relationships as well as building communication bridges with loved ones, friends, and family.
Root to Recovery LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Hill, PA 18076
Every individual's story is unique, and it is important to work with someone who is willing to patiently walk through the journey with you. Root to Recovery LLC is a group practice of therapists with experience working with children, teens and adults. We use person centered, trauma informed, approaches such as MI, CBT, ACT, narrative, play and talk therapies. Our therapeutic approach is empathetic, and client driven.
Every individual's story is unique, and it is important to work with someone who is willing to patiently walk through the journey with you. Root to Recovery LLC is a group practice of therapists with experience working with children, teens and adults. We use person centered, trauma informed, approaches such as MI, CBT, ACT, narrative, play and talk therapies. Our therapeutic approach is empathetic, and client driven.
Kelsey Reube
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck and need some guidance for growth? I won't offer band-aid solutions, only lasting and meaningful change. Therapy to me is a process of identifying and understanding who you are and where you want to go. I want to journey with you to the deeper levels of your struggles and find the light. The arrow is a powerful symbol to me that represents the growth we are capable of. In order for an arrow to aim forward, it must be pulled back with the bow to gain strength.
Are you feeling stuck and need some guidance for growth? I won't offer band-aid solutions, only lasting and meaningful change. Therapy to me is a process of identifying and understanding who you are and where you want to go. I want to journey with you to the deeper levels of your struggles and find the light. The arrow is a powerful symbol to me that represents the growth we are capable of. In order for an arrow to aim forward, it must be pulled back with the bow to gain strength.
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- Royersford
Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.