Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Swarthmore, PA
My style is very down to earth, including humor, warmth, and acceptance. I am open to your ideas and your strengths. I listen closely to your feelings and to the challenges you face. I can help by offering new ways of looking at problems, at relationships, and at coping efforts. In this way, you can develop a better understanding of what may be keeping you stuck or making you unhappy, as well as new ways of responding to life's challenges.
My style is very down to earth, including humor, warmth, and acceptance. I am open to your ideas and your strengths. I listen closely to your feelings and to the challenges you face. I can help by offering new ways of looking at problems, at relationships, and at coping efforts. In this way, you can develop a better understanding of what may be keeping you stuck or making you unhappy, as well as new ways of responding to life's challenges.
Clinicians also utilize strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
Clinicians also utilize strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
Our expert staff is also in the community offering workshop training and seminars to schools ( ACT 48), businesses, and private groups.
We are a friendly mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens, and children since 1985. Our compassionate and caring team of licensed clinicians offer diverse expertise and are dedicated to helping people manage life's challenges. With eight locations in PA, and two locations in New Jersey. We offer flexible scheduling options, and we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
Our expert staff is also in the community offering workshop training and seminars to schools ( ACT 48), businesses, and private groups.
We are a friendly mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens, and children since 1985. Our compassionate and caring team of licensed clinicians offer diverse expertise and are dedicated to helping people manage life's challenges. With eight locations in PA, and two locations in New Jersey. We offer flexible scheduling options, and we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
Mary Ellen Griffin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , NCC , LPC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
I provide unconditional positive regard to foster self- acceptance & growth.
Are you struggling with a life transition, stressors, anxiety, or depression? Are you a college student having a difficult time adjusting to their first year in college, a young adult/adult working through career, family, relationship, or personal discovery stressors, or someone who is struggling with depression and finds they have a general lack of motivation?
I provide unconditional positive regard to foster self- acceptance & growth.
Are you struggling with a life transition, stressors, anxiety, or depression? Are you a college student having a difficult time adjusting to their first year in college, a young adult/adult working through career, family, relationship, or personal discovery stressors, or someone who is struggling with depression and finds they have a general lack of motivation?
My work with clients is a mindfulness and strengths-based approach weaved together with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
“Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, importantly, you are not the rain.” — Matt Haig. You deserve to feel heard and seen. You are worthy of having a compassionate and accepting environment where you can feel empowered to change, grow, and evolve. Therapy is a partnership, and my role in your wellness journey is to help you develop into the best version of yourself, by overcoming stressors, shifting perspectives, and fostering resilience.
My work with clients is a mindfulness and strengths-based approach weaved together with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
“Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, importantly, you are not the rain.” — Matt Haig. You deserve to feel heard and seen. You are worthy of having a compassionate and accepting environment where you can feel empowered to change, grow, and evolve. Therapy is a partnership, and my role in your wellness journey is to help you develop into the best version of yourself, by overcoming stressors, shifting perspectives, and fostering resilience.
My experience in evidence-based practices (CBT, mindfulness, DBT, ACT) helps explore techniques that would alleviate mental suffering and help you cope with life challenges.
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.
My experience in evidence-based practices (CBT, mindfulness, DBT, ACT) helps explore techniques that would alleviate mental suffering and help you cope with life challenges.
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.
My proficiency in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy makes opportunities to reflect and identify underlying issues while offering skills and tools to use.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
My proficiency in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy makes opportunities to reflect and identify underlying issues while offering skills and tools to use.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
The bravest act one can do is to take control of one's mental well-being despite fear.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, & Trauma/Substance Use. I introduce therapeutic interventions appropriate for an individual's comfort level, leading to long-term personal growth. I allow you to "take the wheel" and work with you as you define your therapy goals. I encourage you to have a voice, to speak up if an area of your treatment is not working for you, and to ask questions. I am candid in that if there is an answer to a question I do not know, I will research and consult with my supervisor to get you the best answer possible.
The bravest act one can do is to take control of one's mental well-being despite fear.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, & Trauma/Substance Use. I introduce therapeutic interventions appropriate for an individual's comfort level, leading to long-term personal growth. I allow you to "take the wheel" and work with you as you define your therapy goals. I encourage you to have a voice, to speak up if an area of your treatment is not working for you, and to ask questions. I am candid in that if there is an answer to a question I do not know, I will research and consult with my supervisor to get you the best answer possible.
I have trainings in CBT and ACT, with a trauma-focused mindset.
My ideal client would be someone ready to gain awareness and insight into their true self. This client may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. This client is ready to explore, challenge, and experiment with healthy changes mentally and physically to create a life they find peaceful, sustainable, and fulfilling.
I have trainings in CBT and ACT, with a trauma-focused mindset.
My ideal client would be someone ready to gain awareness and insight into their true self. This client may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. This client is ready to explore, challenge, and experiment with healthy changes mentally and physically to create a life they find peaceful, sustainable, and fulfilling.
I am a pre-licensed professional counselor with specialized experience working with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds. I have focused on supporting those navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar I/II, and other mood and behavioral challenges. I have worked across various settings, including schools, crisis intervention services, and outpatient care, providing compassionate support tailored to each individual's needs.
I am a pre-licensed professional counselor with specialized experience working with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds. I have focused on supporting those navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar I/II, and other mood and behavioral challenges. I have worked across various settings, including schools, crisis intervention services, and outpatient care, providing compassionate support tailored to each individual's needs.
I tend to work best with clients navigating the challenges of OCD and anxiety. I have formal training in ERP, the gold-standard of treatment for OCD, but also heavily incorporate other modalities in my work. I also focus on helping highly empathetic individuals who struggle with people-pleasing tendencies. I’ll guide you in setting healthy boundaries, and overcoming low self-esteem.
I tend to work best with clients navigating the challenges of OCD and anxiety. I have formal training in ERP, the gold-standard of treatment for OCD, but also heavily incorporate other modalities in my work. I also focus on helping highly empathetic individuals who struggle with people-pleasing tendencies. I’ll guide you in setting healthy boundaries, and overcoming low self-esteem.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in women's health psychology and maternal mental health. My therapeutic style is warm, engaging, collaborative, and solution-focused. I use evidence-based treatments grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to foster an affirming and productive experience. I work with clients to develop effective coping skills to improve mood and quality of life, reduce anxiety and distress, enhance resilience and self-worth, and identify and modify thinking and behavior patterns to support achievement of personal, family, relationship, and career goals.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in women's health psychology and maternal mental health. My therapeutic style is warm, engaging, collaborative, and solution-focused. I use evidence-based treatments grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to foster an affirming and productive experience. I work with clients to develop effective coping skills to improve mood and quality of life, reduce anxiety and distress, enhance resilience and self-worth, and identify and modify thinking and behavior patterns to support achievement of personal, family, relationship, and career goals.
Gene R Purdie Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in mental health, relationships, and addiction recovery. I collaborate with young adults, couples, and families to move beyond seeming impasses and engage fulfilled and connected lives. My approach includes identifying the message behind uncomfortable emotions and problematic behaviors, disconnecting from unhelpful thoughts and self-judgements, and exploring alternative perspectives through use of relatable (and often humorous) analogies.
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in mental health, relationships, and addiction recovery. I collaborate with young adults, couples, and families to move beyond seeming impasses and engage fulfilled and connected lives. My approach includes identifying the message behind uncomfortable emotions and problematic behaviors, disconnecting from unhelpful thoughts and self-judgements, and exploring alternative perspectives through use of relatable (and often humorous) analogies.
I am an experienced clinician with training in a host of treatments and interventions and will tailor a treatment specifically suited to your needs and life circumstances.If you are like most clients, you have been trying to find ways to have a more satisfying and rewarding life that is free of distress and the pain of the past. The good news is that I can help you overcome the symptoms and situations that have been keeping you from enjoying your life the way you deserve. I work with individuals, couples, and provide discrete services for working professionals.
I am an experienced clinician with training in a host of treatments and interventions and will tailor a treatment specifically suited to your needs and life circumstances.If you are like most clients, you have been trying to find ways to have a more satisfying and rewarding life that is free of distress and the pain of the past. The good news is that I can help you overcome the symptoms and situations that have been keeping you from enjoying your life the way you deserve. I work with individuals, couples, and provide discrete services for working professionals.
AK Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081 (Online Only)
Our therapists have experience working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds, presenting with an array of mental health issues. We specialize in in the treatment of OCD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, women's issues and addiction.
Our therapists have experience working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds, presenting with an array of mental health issues. We specialize in in the treatment of OCD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, women's issues and addiction.
Fritz Haas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, IATP, NCC, AAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
As a counselor, I have developed a specialty in working with clients who have experienced trauma in their lives. I am a certified Trauma Therapist and I use a variety of techniques including EMDR, CBT and various Mindfulness skills and practices. Professionally, I work hard to continue to develop my skills as a counselor through my work with clients, regularly attending professional development classes and through interactions with colleagues.
As a counselor, I have developed a specialty in working with clients who have experienced trauma in their lives. I am a certified Trauma Therapist and I use a variety of techniques including EMDR, CBT and various Mindfulness skills and practices. Professionally, I work hard to continue to develop my skills as a counselor through my work with clients, regularly attending professional development classes and through interactions with colleagues.
I have worked with problematic sexual behaviors and physician boundary issues for over a decade and have a passion for helping clients find answers. Often the behavior is not the issue but the client's reaction to the behavior or there are underlying reasons for why they are engaging in maladaptive behaviors. Each client is unique and the issue is often about unmet needs for nurturing, control, power, love and connection. Helping clients find the answers, their resiliency, and improve their healthy sexuality is an amazing part of the work that we do together.
I have worked with problematic sexual behaviors and physician boundary issues for over a decade and have a passion for helping clients find answers. Often the behavior is not the issue but the client's reaction to the behavior or there are underlying reasons for why they are engaging in maladaptive behaviors. Each client is unique and the issue is often about unmet needs for nurturing, control, power, love and connection. Helping clients find the answers, their resiliency, and improve their healthy sexuality is an amazing part of the work that we do together.
Hazel Lafleur-Vetter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Are you struggling with interpersonal conflict, problems communicating effectively, infidelity, family & parenting difficulties, mid-life crises, and complex grief. I can help you find a deeper understanding of yourself & the struggles within your relationships. I offer RELATIONSHIP counseling with HEART and SKILL and can effectively help you to untangle your web of difficulties, melt power struggles, skillfully communicate and develop more satisfying ways of living, loving & relating. I have a vey high success rate helping relationships achieve the connection and joy their heart seeks.
Are you struggling with interpersonal conflict, problems communicating effectively, infidelity, family & parenting difficulties, mid-life crises, and complex grief. I can help you find a deeper understanding of yourself & the struggles within your relationships. I offer RELATIONSHIP counseling with HEART and SKILL and can effectively help you to untangle your web of difficulties, melt power struggles, skillfully communicate and develop more satisfying ways of living, loving & relating. I have a vey high success rate helping relationships achieve the connection and joy their heart seeks.
Sarah Sprenkle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC , NIT
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your feelings, possibly due to trauma? Do you lack understanding of the cause & need education on how the brain responds to trauma? Do you have relational issues or anger management struggles that lead to addictive behaviors? Do you struggle with self-worth issues and feel tired, frustrated, and confused? In therapy, you will learn to identify trauma responses, build tolerance for difficult or uncomfortable feelings, & utilize various coping skills & grounding techniques. Gain confidence, take risks to address complex issues & learn how to create healthy boundaries for relationships.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your feelings, possibly due to trauma? Do you lack understanding of the cause & need education on how the brain responds to trauma? Do you have relational issues or anger management struggles that lead to addictive behaviors? Do you struggle with self-worth issues and feel tired, frustrated, and confused? In therapy, you will learn to identify trauma responses, build tolerance for difficult or uncomfortable feelings, & utilize various coping skills & grounding techniques. Gain confidence, take risks to address complex issues & learn how to create healthy boundaries for relationships.
Elizabeth Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , DBT-C
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, be unapologetically and authentically you, cope with stress more effectively, regulate your emotions, and improve your relationships with others. My ideal client is ready to work with me, as i support and guide them. I will work with you if you feel like you're doing mostly ok, and I will work with you if you feel like you are a mess and don't even know where to start. Healing is hard work, but it's so worthwhile and I'd love to help you get to the other side and be able to live your best life as your best, most authentic self.
I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, be unapologetically and authentically you, cope with stress more effectively, regulate your emotions, and improve your relationships with others. My ideal client is ready to work with me, as i support and guide them. I will work with you if you feel like you're doing mostly ok, and I will work with you if you feel like you are a mess and don't even know where to start. Healing is hard work, but it's so worthwhile and I'd love to help you get to the other side and be able to live your best life as your best, most authentic self.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.