Family Therapy in Swarthmore, PA
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 + years of clinical experience.
In my practice I work with individuals and couples. I believe that therapy can be a useful tool in learning to understand ourselves better, and in building more rewarding and healthy relationships with others. It is a unique opportunity to focus on what is important to us, and what may be preventing us from living to our full potential. In my practice I like to address emotional, cognitive and relational aspects of individual experience. My approach focuses on both, accomplishment of more pressing short term goals, as well as long term goals and personal growth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 + years of clinical experience.
In my practice I work with individuals and couples. I believe that therapy can be a useful tool in learning to understand ourselves better, and in building more rewarding and healthy relationships with others. It is a unique opportunity to focus on what is important to us, and what may be preventing us from living to our full potential. In my practice I like to address emotional, cognitive and relational aspects of individual experience. My approach focuses on both, accomplishment of more pressing short term goals, as well as long term goals and personal growth.
I provide individual, couple and family psychotherapy. One might be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship and workplace stress, health issues, or other difficulties. A couple might feel stuck, a family might have difficulties communicating. Sometimes people feel unhappy and irritable but are not sure why. Together, we will discuss areas in your life that create challenges and stress. I can help explore issues and difficult feelings. Through our work together, your relationship with yourself and others will improve.
I provide individual, couple and family psychotherapy. One might be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship and workplace stress, health issues, or other difficulties. A couple might feel stuck, a family might have difficulties communicating. Sometimes people feel unhappy and irritable but are not sure why. Together, we will discuss areas in your life that create challenges and stress. I can help explore issues and difficult feelings. Through our work together, your relationship with yourself and others will improve.
Estadt Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
We are a group of psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat and welcome all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your individual needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD, and therapy in German, Spanish, and Hebrew.
We are a group of psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat and welcome all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your individual needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD, and therapy in German, Spanish, and Hebrew.
Consideration is given as to how you are operating within your current family system as well as your family of origin.
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.
Consideration is given as to how you are operating within your current family system as well as your family of origin.
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.
Karen Rivera-Seda
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , MFT , NCC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
I am trained in marriage, couples, and family therapy & trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT).
I provide support to college students & adults in the areas of anxiety, grief, life transitions, postpartum anxiety, betrayal trauma, teen trauma, and being the adult child of immigrants. I also provide support to couples in the areas of communication, premarital, pre-engagement, and pre-cohabitation. I've worked with various populations & present issues/concerns, thus garnering my areas of specialty. Being a 1.5-generation immigrant has afforded me firsthand experience/knowledge of the difficulties and challenges that children of immigrants may face. My specialty areas in no way limits my ability to work with a variety of clients.
I am trained in marriage, couples, and family therapy & trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT).
I provide support to college students & adults in the areas of anxiety, grief, life transitions, postpartum anxiety, betrayal trauma, teen trauma, and being the adult child of immigrants. I also provide support to couples in the areas of communication, premarital, pre-engagement, and pre-cohabitation. I've worked with various populations & present issues/concerns, thus garnering my areas of specialty. Being a 1.5-generation immigrant has afforded me firsthand experience/knowledge of the difficulties and challenges that children of immigrants may face. My specialty areas in no way limits my ability to work with a variety of clients.
Be it grief, low self-esteem, or family issues—My approach focuses on exploring current barriers, assessing codependency patterns, and collaboratively creating actionable goals.
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.
Be it grief, low self-esteem, or family issues—My approach focuses on exploring current barriers, assessing codependency patterns, and collaboratively creating actionable goals.
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.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
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.
Katie Alvayero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating challenging transitions, seeking balance, managing relationship conflicts, and enhancing social skills in demanding environments like school and work. With over 13 years of experience in child, adolescent, and family therapy, I also offer clinical and licensure supervision. My warm and collaborative style fosters an environment of unconditional positive regard and safety, encouraging open expression of thoughts and feelings.
I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating challenging transitions, seeking balance, managing relationship conflicts, and enhancing social skills in demanding environments like school and work. With over 13 years of experience in child, adolescent, and family therapy, I also offer clinical and licensure supervision. My warm and collaborative style fosters an environment of unconditional positive regard and safety, encouraging open expression of thoughts and feelings.
A former family law lawyer, I am fortunate to have found a professional niche that is so personally satisfying and meaningful, and I am honored to collaborate with clients for the purpose of improving their lives.
Many people experience times when they feel stuck in some important aspect of their lives, and want to find a way forward that is true to who they are and to the values that matter to them. Being stuck is often connected to unprocessed early experiences, compounded by living in the turmoil of complex and difficult times, and navigating what appear to be paradigm shifts in how we understand what is happening in and to our world. Therapy can provide a way to work towards clarity, and towards building, maintaining and balancing a healthy sense of self, healthy relationships with others, and a life that makes sense and works for us.
A former family law lawyer, I am fortunate to have found a professional niche that is so personally satisfying and meaningful, and I am honored to collaborate with clients for the purpose of improving their lives.
Many people experience times when they feel stuck in some important aspect of their lives, and want to find a way forward that is true to who they are and to the values that matter to them. Being stuck is often connected to unprocessed early experiences, compounded by living in the turmoil of complex and difficult times, and navigating what appear to be paradigm shifts in how we understand what is happening in and to our world. Therapy can provide a way to work towards clarity, and towards building, maintaining and balancing a healthy sense of self, healthy relationships with others, and a life that makes sense and works for us.
I am experienced in depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relational conflict, family systems, addiction, criminal justice, anger management, eating disorders/body image, and mood disorders. The ideal client actively wants to explore their behaviors and thinking patterns and identify the underlying causes of these behaviors. In addition, the ideal client will be willing to tackle goals inside & outside therapy sessions. My ideal client would be an individual who is internally and externally motivated to change their life. They show up to sessions on time consistently and make a conscious effort to engage in the therapeutic process.
I am experienced in depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relational conflict, family systems, addiction, criminal justice, anger management, eating disorders/body image, and mood disorders. The ideal client actively wants to explore their behaviors and thinking patterns and identify the underlying causes of these behaviors. In addition, the ideal client will be willing to tackle goals inside & outside therapy sessions. My ideal client would be an individual who is internally and externally motivated to change their life. They show up to sessions on time consistently and make a conscious effort to engage in the therapeutic process.
Dedicated to providing a comfortable and safe environment for children, adolescents and adults. Individual and family work, parental/ adult coaching, coping mechanisms and realistic goal setting. Positive experience and outcome for clients.
Dedicated to providing a comfortable and safe environment for children, adolescents and adults. Individual and family work, parental/ adult coaching, coping mechanisms and realistic goal setting. Positive experience and outcome for clients.
Drawing on extensive training and background, I offer a widely varied range of treatment specialties in an interactive emotionally present therapy supporting my client's personal growth and well being as they learn techniques to reduce stress, clear the mind of fears and illusions, connecting to their own needs and feelings. My experience confirms that the expertise of the therapist is important, but equally vital is her depth of caring. I approach each client with an eclectic and open mind, drawing on techniques from Structural Family Therapy for Marital and Family problems, Cognitive/Behavioral, Mind/Body, Psychodynamic, Jungian-Oriented Dreamwork, Existential/Humanistic, Hypnotherapy.
Drawing on extensive training and background, I offer a widely varied range of treatment specialties in an interactive emotionally present therapy supporting my client's personal growth and well being as they learn techniques to reduce stress, clear the mind of fears and illusions, connecting to their own needs and feelings. My experience confirms that the expertise of the therapist is important, but equally vital is her depth of caring. I approach each client with an eclectic and open mind, drawing on techniques from Structural Family Therapy for Marital and Family problems, Cognitive/Behavioral, Mind/Body, Psychodynamic, Jungian-Oriented Dreamwork, Existential/Humanistic, Hypnotherapy.
Gene R Purdie Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Waitlist for new clients
Because mental and physical health are interrelated, I like to integrate helpful insights from my passions for fitness, nutrition, and outdoor recreation with family and friends.
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.
Because mental and physical health are interrelated, I like to integrate helpful insights from my passions for fitness, nutrition, and outdoor recreation with family and friends.
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.
Joe Alvayero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081 (Online Only)
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles and use the evidence-based Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model to help families, couples, and individuals achieve their treatment goals.
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles and use the evidence-based Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model to help families, couples, and individuals achieve their treatment goals.
My entire career, I have worked mainly with teens, young adults and families. I believe strongly in the power of the relationship and work hard to help families connect in an honest and genuine way with their kids. I have a fundamental belief that most people do their best, have good intentions and want to be loved and appreciated. With this in mind, I believe strongly in the work I do and services I offer. I provide individual, family and group therapy and focus on helping people better listen, trust and connect with one another despite the diagnosis or symptoms.
My entire career, I have worked mainly with teens, young adults and families. I believe strongly in the power of the relationship and work hard to help families connect in an honest and genuine way with their kids. I have a fundamental belief that most people do their best, have good intentions and want to be loved and appreciated. With this in mind, I believe strongly in the work I do and services I offer. I provide individual, family and group therapy and focus on helping people better listen, trust and connect with one another despite the diagnosis or symptoms.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in providing individual and couples psychotherapy. I focus on relationships, first and foremost, on the one you have with yourself. The work I do in my practice is about restoring the flow of love in relationships where it got stuck due to childhood wounds, individual or collective trauma. When seen or unseen family stories we follow in our lives are brought to the day light and reprocessed together, a new life energy and a new story can start unfolding. I tend to track emotion, body, history and what happens in here and now of each session closely as we work.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in providing individual and couples psychotherapy. I focus on relationships, first and foremost, on the one you have with yourself. The work I do in my practice is about restoring the flow of love in relationships where it got stuck due to childhood wounds, individual or collective trauma. When seen or unseen family stories we follow in our lives are brought to the day light and reprocessed together, a new life energy and a new story can start unfolding. I tend to track emotion, body, history and what happens in here and now of each session closely as we work.
Laura Lowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Therapy can be an exciting and rewarding journey, although challenging at times. I am available to help as you explore therapy and changes in your life. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist with 30 years of experience. I have received extensive training in sandtray and play therapy. Additionally, I trained in advanced contextual family therapy for over 25 years. I provide individual, family, couples, and play therapy. As a registered play therapist, I am trained to work with children as young as age 4. However, I work with all age groups.
Therapy can be an exciting and rewarding journey, although challenging at times. I am available to help as you explore therapy and changes in your life. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist with 30 years of experience. I have received extensive training in sandtray and play therapy. Additionally, I trained in advanced contextual family therapy for over 25 years. I provide individual, family, couples, and play therapy. As a registered play therapist, I am trained to work with children as young as age 4. However, I work with all age groups.
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.
An ideal client for me is someone who has difficulty managing their emotions, engages in frequent negative thinking, and has trouble communicating their needs with family and friends. They want to decrease their anxious or depressive behaviors but have little knowledge of how to begin regulating their emotions.
An ideal client for me is someone who has difficulty managing their emotions, engages in frequent negative thinking, and has trouble communicating their needs with family and friends. They want to decrease their anxious or depressive behaviors but have little knowledge of how to begin regulating their emotions.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.