Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Upper Darby, PA

My counseling approach involves meeting people where they are. I support clients through a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, and many more. I incorporate Person Centered, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, and Strength-Based counseling. I believe that therapy should be a tool in everyone's toolbox to not only deal with life's major crisis, but also to manage and learn how to be an overall healthy individual.

I believe that the key to change in psychotherapy is creating a safe environment in which you can explore the issues that brought you into therapy, and developing new ways of coping with them. This is facilitated by my focus on building a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. I utilize an insight-oriented approach when underlying factors are contributing to emotional pain, but I also use cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness/relaxation, and problem solving to help people find the right solutions for them.

There are times when our world seems overwhelming, and we could benefit from contact in a judgment free and therapeutic environment. Dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, financial and relationship instabilities can be difficult without support. Regardless of the stressors that could be contributing to anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, reduced self-worth, or grief; it's important to be heard. My goal will be to work collaboratively with you to help you learn how to dance through these storms.

Marjorie (Marge) Rubin is a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania. She received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 1999 from Immaculata University and has been working as a therapist for more than 20 years in outpatient as well as in partial hospital settings. Prior to studying psychology, Marge was a teacher of Special Education and Middle School students and she brings this experience and expertise into her work; especially with children, adolescents, and parents. Marge advocates a person-centered, humanistic approach to therapy and is a certified Gestalt Therapist.

Do you ever feel like you have lost yourself in motherhood and wonder who you are outside of that title? Do you want to regain a zest for life and be able to manage anxiety/depression that seems to keep you in a cycle of unfulfillment? Or, has past trauma impacted your relationship with self and/or others? I too, have been in your shoes after experiencing a traumatic birth that changed my life, and now I am committed to helping other women reclaim their lives. I specialize in working with women who want to find the joy in their lives again and manage symptoms of depression or anxiety.

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.

Counseling for Couples, Addictions, Careers, Adolescents and the Elderly in a safe and professional environment. I have a MSPCC from Neumann University with over fifteen years of field experience. I have a dozen years of experience reconciling the elderly to their faith and thirteen years as a hospital chaplain. I have been succesful in diagnosis and treatment and have many positive comments from patients.

Sharon Cuff is a licensed professional counselor who has been providing therapy for over 20 years. She currently works with adults, to help them manage symptoms of anxiety and mild depression. She uses various and individualized treatment modalities, which are tailored to address the needs of each client. Therapy results in understanding a diagnosis and learning ways to relieve and overcome the symptoms. Clients also use appointments to unpack old issues, get beyond the pain of a broken relationship, manage grief, talk out problems and determine solutions.

Madina Bakhitova earned a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). She was trained at the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety (CTSA) and was granted Prolonged Exposure (PE) specialized trauma treatment provider certificate. She also was trained at Child & Adolescent OCD, Tic, Trichotillomania and Anxiety Group (the COTTAGE), Drexel University (Behavioral and Psychiatric HIV Clinic), Reading Hospital (inpatient, partial, forensic, and neuropsychology units).

Currently, I'm only accepting male clients who have been sexually abused and/or assaulted. I work with men of all ages, including older men who have never talked about being sexually abused. While there are many female therapists who work well with male sexual abuse survivors, I believe being a straight male therapist with a wife and family helps. I also specialize in helping adult men with depression, anxiety, and other histories of trauma, such as physical and emotional abuse. I am certified in Interactional Guided Imagery, a trained EMDR therapist, facilitated over 100 psychodramas, and am effective and successful in my work.

Ryoko is a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings her person-centered mindful approach to individuals seeking fulfillment and inner peace. Experienced in inpatient and outpatient settings, Ryoko has helped adults using compassion, knowledge, experience and music therapy skills. Board-certified in music therapy with degrees in psychology, Ryoko has worked with both individuals and groups.

Dr. Jim is a licensed professional counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR clinician. Dr. Jim’s clinical and research interests include working with adolescents and adults around issues of depression, anxiety, loss, grief and bereavement, trauma recovery, intergenerational trauma, near-death experiences, LGBTQAI, substance abuse recovery, clinical supervision, HIV/AIDS, personality and human development. Dr. Jim believes in the potential of everyone to not only make sense of their mental health issues, but also be empowered to succeed in life by discovering their resiliency, strengths and personal gifts.

I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders. I have experience providing therapy in school, outpatient settings, and in private practice. If you are looking for a therapy provider to honor your lived experiences while creating the structure to heal, grow and learn healthy coping skills, you and I may be a good therapist-client fit. I establish a safe, supportive, and nurturing space and have an integrative approach to therapy: this allows me to honor your unique journey. I believe that each person is the expert in their own life and therapy.

What is in the way of “living your best life”? Navigating changes in life, trying to manage anxiety, relationships, establishing boundaries & finding out who you want to be in this world, can be exhausting. Being in a place in which you want support to see changes in how you show up, cope and adjust to struggles in life, shows strength. At AYC healing center, we are a black female owned private practice, and we work in therapy to support black millennial women with better managing anxiety, low self esteem, relationships & life transitions. We provide a space for you to have a voice and to develop greater confidence in yourself