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Kathleen Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16803  (Online Only)
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Jenna Mueller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16803
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and struggling to manage the day-to-day stressors? Are you feeling upset or overwhelmed regarding the state of change currently surrounding us? Do you feel like the day-to-day stressors are overtaking your ability to cope and utilize effective coping strategies? Are you interested in wanting to learn more about yourself, your talents, meeting your own goals and dreams and getting out of the feelings of being stuck?
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and struggling to manage the day-to-day stressors? Are you feeling upset or overwhelmed regarding the state of change currently surrounding us? Do you feel like the day-to-day stressors are overtaking your ability to cope and utilize effective coping strategies? Are you interested in wanting to learn more about yourself, your talents, meeting your own goals and dreams and getting out of the feelings of being stuck?
(814) 250-8359 View (814) 250-8359

Online Therapists

Photo of Christine Kobik, MAAT, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Christine Kobik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC
Verified Verified
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
I have specialized training in Gestalt therapy, Art Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Training in work with children, teens and adults.
I believe that every person has the innate ability to heal, grow, and overcome even the most challenging of situations. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Art Therapist and Gestalt Therapist I work to help people find their own inner strength, overcome challenges and improve relationships. I use mindfulness training, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and have completed the Gestalt Institute of Pittsburgh’s two year training program. My goal is to help you to find your own inner path to healing so that you will always know how to take care of yourself no matter what may come your way.
I have specialized training in Gestalt therapy, Art Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Training in work with children, teens and adults.
I believe that every person has the innate ability to heal, grow, and overcome even the most challenging of situations. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Art Therapist and Gestalt Therapist I work to help people find their own inner strength, overcome challenges and improve relationships. I use mindfulness training, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and have completed the Gestalt Institute of Pittsburgh’s two year training program. My goal is to help you to find your own inner path to healing so that you will always know how to take care of yourself no matter what may come your way.
(412) 960-8427 View (412) 960-8427
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Courteney Bender
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Greensburg, PA 15601  (Online Only)
As a board-certified art therapist, I incorporate traditional counseling techniques and/or creative modalities depending on your needs and preferences.
Change is an inevitable reality of life that can be difficult to navigate alone. As your therapist, I can walk alongside you on that journey. My focuses include working with adolescents and adults to address concerns like anxiety, depression, life transition, body image, and disordered eating. If you feel ready to take the first steps in healing, let's connect.
As a board-certified art therapist, I incorporate traditional counseling techniques and/or creative modalities depending on your needs and preferences.
Change is an inevitable reality of life that can be difficult to navigate alone. As your therapist, I can walk alongside you on that journey. My focuses include working with adolescents and adults to address concerns like anxiety, depression, life transition, body image, and disordered eating. If you feel ready to take the first steps in healing, let's connect.
(724) 558-8002 View (724) 558-8002
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Victor D Franco
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17602
I use a client-tailored mixture of art-making and psychotherapy techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalysis, and more.
My ideal client is motivated to become empowered to make the changes they can realistically make to improve their life. They are willing to explore things they do not understand about themselves and/or those around them and thereby build self-awareness. Their issues fall under the categories of self-esteem, stress and/or mood management, behavioral issues, trauma and PTSD, domestic abuse/violence, grief, family conflict, LGBT+ interest topics, and spirituality and faith topics.
I use a client-tailored mixture of art-making and psychotherapy techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalysis, and more.
My ideal client is motivated to become empowered to make the changes they can realistically make to improve their life. They are willing to explore things they do not understand about themselves and/or those around them and thereby build self-awareness. Their issues fall under the categories of self-esteem, stress and/or mood management, behavioral issues, trauma and PTSD, domestic abuse/violence, grief, family conflict, LGBT+ interest topics, and spirituality and faith topics.
(631) 769-3063 View (631) 769-3063
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Brittany Flood
Counselor, ATR-BC , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlisle, PA 17013  (Online Only)
I always say to my people I meet with, that you do NOT have to be "good at art" to benefit from seeing an art therapist.
I help people express themselves through art and talk psychotherapy when words are not enough. I love working with a many different types of people, adjusting to new life changes, or coping with family / work life balance stressors. The people I meet with can expect to feel validated and supported. My approach to my clients is person centered, meeting them where they are at. Furthermore, Forcing people to "talk" is not what I am about, as we can use art to help explore and express your emotions and experiences when words are not enough.
I always say to my people I meet with, that you do NOT have to be "good at art" to benefit from seeing an art therapist.
I help people express themselves through art and talk psychotherapy when words are not enough. I love working with a many different types of people, adjusting to new life changes, or coping with family / work life balance stressors. The people I meet with can expect to feel validated and supported. My approach to my clients is person centered, meeting them where they are at. Furthermore, Forcing people to "talk" is not what I am about, as we can use art to help explore and express your emotions and experiences when words are not enough.
(717) 470-2837 View (717) 470-2837
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The Family Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MATS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17109  (Online Only)
Deborah specializes in Eating Disorders, Weight management, Trauma & PTSD, Mood Disorders, Behavioral Addictions, Codependency, Grief Counseling, Expressive Art Therapies, Nutrition Psychology and Marital & Family Therapy.
Deborah Coulston, MA, MATS, CIMHP, LMFT, is an experienced professional psychotherapist, marital and family therapist, expressive arts therapist, and pioneer in the field of nutrition psychology, integrative mental health and alternative health modalities. Ms. Coulston is well known for her work in the treatment field of eating disorders & weight management, and for her expertise in both childhood and adult trauma, as well as the field of behavioral addictions. As the owner of The Family Wellness Center, she brings a diversified background to the practice of expressive arts therapy, clinical counseling, & holistic psychotherapy.
Deborah specializes in Eating Disorders, Weight management, Trauma & PTSD, Mood Disorders, Behavioral Addictions, Codependency, Grief Counseling, Expressive Art Therapies, Nutrition Psychology and Marital & Family Therapy.
Deborah Coulston, MA, MATS, CIMHP, LMFT, is an experienced professional psychotherapist, marital and family therapist, expressive arts therapist, and pioneer in the field of nutrition psychology, integrative mental health and alternative health modalities. Ms. Coulston is well known for her work in the treatment field of eating disorders & weight management, and for her expertise in both childhood and adult trauma, as well as the field of behavioral addictions. As the owner of The Family Wellness Center, she brings a diversified background to the practice of expressive arts therapy, clinical counseling, & holistic psychotherapy.
(717) 229-0492 x1 View (717) 229-0492 x1
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Katherine Bumbernick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
I am passionate about empowering clients to foster the resilience they need to overcome emotional and existential distress. My approach is existential, holistic, solution-based, and future-focused. Professionally, I have specific experience in women's issues, life transitions, criminal justice and forensics, neurodivergence, military lifestyle and veteran's issues, and treating other mental health professionals related to work and life stress. As an art therapist, I strongly foster the use of creativity and imagery exploration in the therapeutic process.
I am passionate about empowering clients to foster the resilience they need to overcome emotional and existential distress. My approach is existential, holistic, solution-based, and future-focused. Professionally, I have specific experience in women's issues, life transitions, criminal justice and forensics, neurodivergence, military lifestyle and veteran's issues, and treating other mental health professionals related to work and life stress. As an art therapist, I strongly foster the use of creativity and imagery exploration in the therapeutic process.
(724) 399-3122 View (724) 399-3122
Photo of Elizabeth Jane Frontz, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Elizabeth Jane Frontz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Penfield, PA 15849
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years experience with all age groups and various diverse populations. I provide mental health and behavioral health services to children and their families. I provide couples counseling and marital counseling as well as co-parenting counseling that are mandated or not by the court. I am trauma certified and have extensive experience in this area and in various evidenced based therapies such as EMDR, ACT, CPT, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, etc. I utilize various modalities as well as help people cope with their problem areas.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years experience with all age groups and various diverse populations. I provide mental health and behavioral health services to children and their families. I provide couples counseling and marital counseling as well as co-parenting counseling that are mandated or not by the court. I am trauma certified and have extensive experience in this area and in various evidenced based therapies such as EMDR, ACT, CPT, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, etc. I utilize various modalities as well as help people cope with their problem areas.
(814) 389-2511 View (814) 389-2511
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Dr. John G. Kuna and Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Danville, PA 17821
In a confidential and compassionate environment, we provide evidence-based, counseling/therapy services to individuals, couples, families, children, teens, and adults for a variety of issues. We also provide neuro-psychological testing and evaluation that may be needed for a variety of reasons: determination of a possible learning disability (AHDH, Autism), fitness for medical procedures (bariatric), Fitness for duty/Lethal weapons testing (Act 235/Act 120) . We accept most (private and state) insurances, have 12 convenient locations, and offer evening and weekend appointments. Please visit out website for more information on our therapists, location, and how we can help you.
In a confidential and compassionate environment, we provide evidence-based, counseling/therapy services to individuals, couples, families, children, teens, and adults for a variety of issues. We also provide neuro-psychological testing and evaluation that may be needed for a variety of reasons: determination of a possible learning disability (AHDH, Autism), fitness for medical procedures (bariatric), Fitness for duty/Lethal weapons testing (Act 235/Act 120) . We accept most (private and state) insurances, have 12 convenient locations, and offer evening and weekend appointments. Please visit out website for more information on our therapists, location, and how we can help you.
(570) 437-0985 View (570) 437-0985
Photo of Stephanie Wijkstram - Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, LPC , PhD, LMFT, LCSW, Licensed Professional Counselor
Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
We provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families through Western Pennsylvania. Whether you are seeking treatment as an individual adult, a child, or teen, our multi-specialty approach will support your goals of resolving emotional, psychological, and relationship issues. For couples and families, our mental health specialists are experts in supporting your relationship as you gain greater friendship, intimacy, and communication barriers.
We provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families through Western Pennsylvania. Whether you are seeking treatment as an individual adult, a child, or teen, our multi-specialty approach will support your goals of resolving emotional, psychological, and relationship issues. For couples and families, our mental health specialists are experts in supporting your relationship as you gain greater friendship, intimacy, and communication barriers.
(878) 213-4810 View (878) 213-4810
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Emerge Counseling Ministries PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, MDiv
Verified Verified
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Emerge Counseling Ministries PA accepts clients 8 yrs and older. We help those in need of marriage, couples, families or individual counseling. We help clients deal with many different mental health conditions from relationship and school-related issues to more specialized mental health issues. Our group is trained and skilled in the treatment of depression and anxiety-related disorders and multiple other mental health or life issues. We take most insurances. Please call us at (330)-867-5603 with any questions or send us an email.
Emerge Counseling Ministries PA accepts clients 8 yrs and older. We help those in need of marriage, couples, families or individual counseling. We help clients deal with many different mental health conditions from relationship and school-related issues to more specialized mental health issues. Our group is trained and skilled in the treatment of depression and anxiety-related disorders and multiple other mental health or life issues. We take most insurances. Please call us at (330)-867-5603 with any questions or send us an email.
(717) 219-5181 View (717) 219-5181
Photo of Jena Skelton, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Jena Skelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Murrysville, PA 15668  (Online Only)
Struggle is something that I believe every single living thing experiences. It is a concept that can bring us into some of our hardest moments in life, but it also presents the opportunity to connect, grow, and learn. I believe that confronting our struggles and working through them is one of the most valuable journeys that life brings. We all struggle in different ways and at different times. As a therapist, I hope to be there with you in whatever your struggle may be. I believe in meeting people where they are at and providing comfort, support, and empowerment. I follow a humanistic approach that caters to each individual's needs.
Struggle is something that I believe every single living thing experiences. It is a concept that can bring us into some of our hardest moments in life, but it also presents the opportunity to connect, grow, and learn. I believe that confronting our struggles and working through them is one of the most valuable journeys that life brings. We all struggle in different ways and at different times. As a therapist, I hope to be there with you in whatever your struggle may be. I believe in meeting people where they are at and providing comfort, support, and empowerment. I follow a humanistic approach that caters to each individual's needs.
(814) 484-5526 View (814) 484-5526
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Mount North, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grampian, PA 16838
Find out how you can optimize your physical, mental or emotional performance and reach out today! The hardest p art is taking the first step, making contact - from there, everything gets easier and feeling better is just the beginning.
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Ready to feel better? You have started the process, the hardest p art is the next step, reaching out and making an appointment. In the chaotic world we live in today, it is hard to reach that place of healing, self-fulfillment and achievement - but just because it is hard, that doesn't mean it is impossible. Whether it's the day-to-day stresses, traumatic events that haunt you or concerns for your children or loved ones - we are all vulnerable to the struggles of human existence and we don't have to walk our journeys alone. We utilize the best evidence-based practices from neurofeedback to talk therapy.
Find out how you can optimize your physical, mental or emotional performance and reach out today! The hardest p art is taking the first step, making contact - from there, everything gets easier and feeling better is just the beginning.
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Ready to feel better? You have started the process, the hardest p art is the next step, reaching out and making an appointment. In the chaotic world we live in today, it is hard to reach that place of healing, self-fulfillment and achievement - but just because it is hard, that doesn't mean it is impossible. Whether it's the day-to-day stresses, traumatic events that haunt you or concerns for your children or loved ones - we are all vulnerable to the struggles of human existence and we don't have to walk our journeys alone. We utilize the best evidence-based practices from neurofeedback to talk therapy.
(814) 247-2792 View (814) 247-2792
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Empower the Mind LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pottsville, PA 17901
I have worked in many areas of both Mental Health and Addictions treatment. I am trained in a variety of evidence based methods. I am confident I can help a wide variety of individuals and families with the stressors they face today. I enjoy pulling from my teachings and training to keep up with the best practice methods to help people to the best of my ability. I enjoy a collaborative and energetic working relationship with my clients.
I have worked in many areas of both Mental Health and Addictions treatment. I am trained in a variety of evidence based methods. I am confident I can help a wide variety of individuals and families with the stressors they face today. I enjoy pulling from my teachings and training to keep up with the best practice methods to help people to the best of my ability. I enjoy a collaborative and energetic working relationship with my clients.
(717) 459-4700 View (717) 459-4700
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Kathleen Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17601  (Online Only)
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
(484) 255-4254 View (484) 255-4254
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Maggie Gebo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hummelstown, PA 17036
Are you looking for support in managing your child's emotional needs? Are you seeking something other than traditional forms of talk therapy? As a provider, my goal is to build a safe emotional connection with all my clients, learn who they are, enter into their world, and provide them with the tools to help navigate it. Play is how a child navigates the world, and therefore play is how coping skills are delivered; in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
Are you looking for support in managing your child's emotional needs? Are you seeking something other than traditional forms of talk therapy? As a provider, my goal is to build a safe emotional connection with all my clients, learn who they are, enter into their world, and provide them with the tools to help navigate it. Play is how a child navigates the world, and therefore play is how coping skills are delivered; in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
(717) 844-9217 View (717) 844-9217
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Dr. Sharon Marie Zaffarese-Dippold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Marys, PA 15857  (Online Only)
We are never alone and sometimes we just need another to join with us on this journey of life. I am happy to join and help you learn, create and achieve the goals you desire. Regardless of your emotional struggle, I can help you. I offer ADD/ADHD assessments/treatments for adults & children. I treat all symptoms including addiction struggles. I offer Phone and Video Sessions via telehealth.
We are never alone and sometimes we just need another to join with us on this journey of life. I am happy to join and help you learn, create and achieve the goals you desire. Regardless of your emotional struggle, I can help you. I offer ADD/ADHD assessments/treatments for adults & children. I treat all symptoms including addiction struggles. I offer Phone and Video Sessions via telehealth.
(814) 240-0352 View (814) 240-0352
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New Directions Mental Health Greensburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greensburg, PA 15601
New Directions Mental Health is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Pennsylvania and the local Greensburg area. At our Greensburg clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
New Directions Mental Health is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Pennsylvania and the local Greensburg area. At our Greensburg clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
(724) 670-2768 View (724) 670-2768
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Morgan Paul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
Finding a therapist who you are comfortable with and feel supported by is an important p art of the healing process.
Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.
Finding a therapist who you are comfortable with and feel supported by is an important p art of the healing process.
Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.
(724) 264-3283 View (724) 264-3283

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Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.