Experiential Therapy in Villanova, PA
Goldman Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Villanova, PA 19085
Children, teenagers, and adults all want to feel in charge of their own lives; I believe in fostering your personal growth and change despite any obstacles you might encounter. As humans, we strive to feel capable, considered, content, centered, and connected to others. I will help you realize your inherent strengths; such as, encouraging parents to feel competent in their parenting strategies; guiding children and teens to respect and understand their parents’ values and expectations; bridging gaps in communication between couples and family members; and challenging you or your child to take new, manageable risks in your life.
Children, teenagers, and adults all want to feel in charge of their own lives; I believe in fostering your personal growth and change despite any obstacles you might encounter. As humans, we strive to feel capable, considered, content, centered, and connected to others. I will help you realize your inherent strengths; such as, encouraging parents to feel competent in their parenting strategies; guiding children and teens to respect and understand their parents’ values and expectations; bridging gaps in communication between couples and family members; and challenging you or your child to take new, manageable risks in your life.
Do racing or depressive thoughts prevent you from enjoying life to its fullest? Do you want to learn in the moment skills to effectively manage negative thoughts and feelings that arise? I have 22 years of experience helping clients improve their anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, addiction (chemical, gambling, video gaming addiction) and more. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I use a caring and skills-based approach to help you overcome negative thinking, regulate difficult emotions, heal from your trauma and change unhealthy coping patterns.
Do racing or depressive thoughts prevent you from enjoying life to its fullest? Do you want to learn in the moment skills to effectively manage negative thoughts and feelings that arise? I have 22 years of experience helping clients improve their anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, addiction (chemical, gambling, video gaming addiction) and more. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I use a caring and skills-based approach to help you overcome negative thinking, regulate difficult emotions, heal from your trauma and change unhealthy coping patterns.
Thrive Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Villanova, PA 19085
Our lives tend to be multi-faceted works of art, made up of many roles, relationships, and responsibilities. Oftentimes, we adapt to changes in these roles and responsibilities with little or no difficulty; however there are times in our lives when change can cause distraction, negative feelings, and overall dissatisfaction with our lives. These times are when we discover our true authentic lives, within ourselves and our relationships, by engaging in therapy. During sessions, we will explore ineffective behavior patterns and perceptions to move forward into a better state of mind and lead a more fulfilling life.
Our lives tend to be multi-faceted works of art, made up of many roles, relationships, and responsibilities. Oftentimes, we adapt to changes in these roles and responsibilities with little or no difficulty; however there are times in our lives when change can cause distraction, negative feelings, and overall dissatisfaction with our lives. These times are when we discover our true authentic lives, within ourselves and our relationships, by engaging in therapy. During sessions, we will explore ineffective behavior patterns and perceptions to move forward into a better state of mind and lead a more fulfilling life.
Feel out of control or stuck in your life? Can't stop worrying? Carrying heavy sadness? We can help. The Z Group specializes in the treatment of adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and complex relationship issues. These difficulties, along with life's everyday stressors, can greatly impact your ability to enjoy life, connect with loved ones. Through therapy you will learn behavior strategies and emotional coping skills needed to achieve your goals, helping you to live a more fulfilled life.
Feel out of control or stuck in your life? Can't stop worrying? Carrying heavy sadness? We can help. The Z Group specializes in the treatment of adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and complex relationship issues. These difficulties, along with life's everyday stressors, can greatly impact your ability to enjoy life, connect with loved ones. Through therapy you will learn behavior strategies and emotional coping skills needed to achieve your goals, helping you to live a more fulfilled life.
What brings you to seek therapy is personal, important, and deserving of attention. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space to learn, grow, and share. I support adults as they confront transformation and change, such as relationship issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to illness. I have extensive experience helping people cultivate and maintain recovery from using substances.
What brings you to seek therapy is personal, important, and deserving of attention. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space to learn, grow, and share. I support adults as they confront transformation and change, such as relationship issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to illness. I have extensive experience helping people cultivate and maintain recovery from using substances.
Lori J Budman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, CP, PAT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Villanova, PA 19085
We all have within us the ability to heal. In our work together the goal will be to help you identify and navigate barriers that keep you from having the life you deserve to enjoy. The idea that we are wounded in relationship and so healing must also occur in relationship is at the root of the therapeutic process and the work we will do together. My style is open, authentic and warm. Together, we will discover what is present for you in the here-and-now, explore the underlying issues & repeating themes, and tap into your innate healing power so you can live a more full and satisfying life.
We all have within us the ability to heal. In our work together the goal will be to help you identify and navigate barriers that keep you from having the life you deserve to enjoy. The idea that we are wounded in relationship and so healing must also occur in relationship is at the root of the therapeutic process and the work we will do together. My style is open, authentic and warm. Together, we will discover what is present for you in the here-and-now, explore the underlying issues & repeating themes, and tap into your innate healing power so you can live a more full and satisfying life.
I work well with clients who are interested in transformation. I have learned that in order to heal we need to attend to our core wounds. Therefore, I pay a lot of attention to the relational field, relational trauma and disconnect. I am deeply aware of the impact both social oppression and intergenerational trauma have on us and our communities. In addition, I believe that in order for us to be in our full power we need to become embodied. Therefore, a transformational treatment needs to be both relational and somatic. Despite being trained in very many Western therapeutic approaches I draw from other healing modalities.
I work well with clients who are interested in transformation. I have learned that in order to heal we need to attend to our core wounds. Therefore, I pay a lot of attention to the relational field, relational trauma and disconnect. I am deeply aware of the impact both social oppression and intergenerational trauma have on us and our communities. In addition, I believe that in order for us to be in our full power we need to become embodied. Therefore, a transformational treatment needs to be both relational and somatic. Despite being trained in very many Western therapeutic approaches I draw from other healing modalities.
Jaclyn Harmon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Villanova, PA 19085 (Online Only)
Have you ever thought "I don't have anyone to talk to about this that will understand?” If you have these thoughts and need someone to actively listen to your concerns, I have over 15 years of experience supporting and guiding many people of all ages and abilities through difficult times. I mainly work with children and adolescents however I have also provided counseling to the adult population. My goal is to help you identify your problem, process, organize, and tackle it to achieve the desired outcome. I will be on your journey to finding peace and happiness in your life!
Have you ever thought "I don't have anyone to talk to about this that will understand?” If you have these thoughts and need someone to actively listen to your concerns, I have over 15 years of experience supporting and guiding many people of all ages and abilities through difficult times. I mainly work with children and adolescents however I have also provided counseling to the adult population. My goal is to help you identify your problem, process, organize, and tackle it to achieve the desired outcome. I will be on your journey to finding peace and happiness in your life!
Meg Fromuth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Villanova, PA 19085 (Online Only)
I strive to work with folks who do not feel like they fit the typical mold of society. So many of us have experienced othering or felt judgment for our unique qualities. It is a pleasure to aid folks in reframing those differences as strengths and assets. Whether a client feels different due to identity, or sexual orientation, or just thinks differently I hope to help these clients find a sense of peace within themselves. My passion areas include working with folks in the LGBTQIA+ community, the Poly community, and those who strive to appreciate their quirks and uniqueness.
I strive to work with folks who do not feel like they fit the typical mold of society. So many of us have experienced othering or felt judgment for our unique qualities. It is a pleasure to aid folks in reframing those differences as strengths and assets. Whether a client feels different due to identity, or sexual orientation, or just thinks differently I hope to help these clients find a sense of peace within themselves. My passion areas include working with folks in the LGBTQIA+ community, the Poly community, and those who strive to appreciate their quirks and uniqueness.
Robyn Gretz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Villanova, PA 19085 (Online Only)
Do you feel the need to restore balance in your life? Have you reached the point where it feels like something (or everything) needs to change? Maybe your relationships with loved ones are strained, or you are dealing with challenging life transitions. This is a turning point of seeking support as you search for clarity and understanding. We can work collaboratively to evaluate the successful aspects of your life and roadblocks to fulfillment.
Do you feel the need to restore balance in your life? Have you reached the point where it feels like something (or everything) needs to change? Maybe your relationships with loved ones are strained, or you are dealing with challenging life transitions. This is a turning point of seeking support as you search for clarity and understanding. We can work collaboratively to evaluate the successful aspects of your life and roadblocks to fulfillment.
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I help adults, couples, and late teens in addressing trauma recovery, interpersonal & communication challenges, conflict, grief, loss, phase of life adjustments, and areas relating to stress, sexuality, career, faith, and roadblocks to success. I incorporate experiential and somatically-oriented modalities along with cognitive and skill-based approaches. I trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, and utilize the Prepare-Enrich assessment with those discerning engagement or preparing for marriage. For those seeking career direction, exercises are used to hone self-knowledge, strategic focus, and steps toward a good fit.
I help adults, couples, and late teens in addressing trauma recovery, interpersonal & communication challenges, conflict, grief, loss, phase of life adjustments, and areas relating to stress, sexuality, career, faith, and roadblocks to success. I incorporate experiential and somatically-oriented modalities along with cognitive and skill-based approaches. I trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, and utilize the Prepare-Enrich assessment with those discerning engagement or preparing for marriage. For those seeking career direction, exercises are used to hone self-knowledge, strategic focus, and steps toward a good fit.
You may have considered finding a therapist for a while, wondering whether it's worth the risk. Are you struggling with physical symptoms, feelings or behaviors you don't particularly like, but can't seem to control? Have you found it difficult to make changes in your life, although you have tried many times on your own? Are you dissatisfied with how your relationships are going? Perhaps you wish you could be a more effective parent? Or maybe you already know there is "stuff" you haven't wanted to touch on your own, but it's not going away......., and you are ready to invest in healing whatever hurts? Then therapy can help.
You may have considered finding a therapist for a while, wondering whether it's worth the risk. Are you struggling with physical symptoms, feelings or behaviors you don't particularly like, but can't seem to control? Have you found it difficult to make changes in your life, although you have tried many times on your own? Are you dissatisfied with how your relationships are going? Perhaps you wish you could be a more effective parent? Or maybe you already know there is "stuff" you haven't wanted to touch on your own, but it's not going away......., and you are ready to invest in healing whatever hurts? Then therapy can help.
Vicki Tornetta Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
If you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, depression, or mood changes please contact me. I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image issues. I am interested in helping the whole person, paying attention to the intersection of spiritual, physical, and emotional health-to encourage overall well-being. I believe that the counseling relationship is critical to the healing process, so I strive to create a warm, genuine, understanding, and safe environment, while using evidence-based treatments.
If you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, depression, or mood changes please contact me. I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image issues. I am interested in helping the whole person, paying attention to the intersection of spiritual, physical, and emotional health-to encourage overall well-being. I believe that the counseling relationship is critical to the healing process, so I strive to create a warm, genuine, understanding, and safe environment, while using evidence-based treatments.
Life can be difficult. Have you been feeling overwhelmed? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns, with the same painful results? We can work to find the source of these patterns and understand the messages impacting your life. As a therapist, my goal is to create a collaborative relationship in which you find the support, warmth and safety to challenge the thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that may be holding you back. I would be honored to hear your story and work with you towards change and healing.
Life can be difficult. Have you been feeling overwhelmed? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns, with the same painful results? We can work to find the source of these patterns and understand the messages impacting your life. As a therapist, my goal is to create a collaborative relationship in which you find the support, warmth and safety to challenge the thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that may be holding you back. I would be honored to hear your story and work with you towards change and healing.
My practice offers treatment that is individually created for your specific needs and issues. I am devoted to creating a safe and caring environment to support your emotional, physical, spiritual and psychological well-being. I focus on guiding individuals toward health and healing using modern clinical practice, holistic therapeutic approaches, mindfulness and mind/body techniques. Our model is based on a functional medicine approach which seeks to identify and address the root causes of psychological conditions and medical illnesses using a strength-based approach that treats the whole person, not a collection of symptoms.
My practice offers treatment that is individually created for your specific needs and issues. I am devoted to creating a safe and caring environment to support your emotional, physical, spiritual and psychological well-being. I focus on guiding individuals toward health and healing using modern clinical practice, holistic therapeutic approaches, mindfulness and mind/body techniques. Our model is based on a functional medicine approach which seeks to identify and address the root causes of psychological conditions and medical illnesses using a strength-based approach that treats the whole person, not a collection of symptoms.
Brian Gallagher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
I believe that everyone should be in therapy. Yes, Everyone. We all have issues we're working through to become our fullest selves. There's nothing "wrong" with you - you, like the rest of us, just need some focused, loving attention to untangle old, emotional knots that are getting in the way of your clearest thinking and best self.
I believe that everyone should be in therapy. Yes, Everyone. We all have issues we're working through to become our fullest selves. There's nothing "wrong" with you - you, like the rest of us, just need some focused, loving attention to untangle old, emotional knots that are getting in the way of your clearest thinking and best self.
Sandra Greenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Are you struggling in your marriage or partnership? Has conflict, emotional distance or anxiety increased over the years? Do you want to get out of the rut but don't know where to begin? The truth is, positive change can happen. You can learn to identify and disrupt fixed patterns that keep you stuck. You can gain relational skills to tackle differences with confidence and heart. Discover how to connect with your inner GPS - be true to yourself and create more enlivened loving moments. Now is the time. Take your first step toward living a more authentic wholehearted life. I can help.
Are you struggling in your marriage or partnership? Has conflict, emotional distance or anxiety increased over the years? Do you want to get out of the rut but don't know where to begin? The truth is, positive change can happen. You can learn to identify and disrupt fixed patterns that keep you stuck. You can gain relational skills to tackle differences with confidence and heart. Discover how to connect with your inner GPS - be true to yourself and create more enlivened loving moments. Now is the time. Take your first step toward living a more authentic wholehearted life. I can help.
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.
Child & Parent Therapy at All of You Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
The phone rings- your heart skips a beat. It's your child's school again. Your kid hit another kid, refused to do their work, or didn't answer when the teacher asked them a question. You are desperate to not have this be another game of "let's see how long Jonny can last at school". It feels like your kid is constantly put on a Performance Improvement Plan (who knew those started so young?!) You've tried to talk to your child about "using gentle hands" "speak up when you need something" or "ask to take a break". While it seems that your kid hears the message, something gets lost in transition when they are back at school.
The phone rings- your heart skips a beat. It's your child's school again. Your kid hit another kid, refused to do their work, or didn't answer when the teacher asked them a question. You are desperate to not have this be another game of "let's see how long Jonny can last at school". It feels like your kid is constantly put on a Performance Improvement Plan (who knew those started so young?!) You've tried to talk to your child about "using gentle hands" "speak up when you need something" or "ask to take a break". While it seems that your kid hears the message, something gets lost in transition when they are back at school.
Lauren W Pratt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (Online Only)
Do you wonder if your presence really matters? Is it easy for you to extend grace and compassion to those around you, but difficult to do the same for yourself? Maybe you long to be truly known and loved as your authentic self, but vulnerability scares you or you don’t even know how to begin. And maybe you aren’t even sure who you really are. Therapy creates a space where you can ask questions, get curious, and more deeply learn about yourself, giving you the power to make choices that set the course for a more fulfilling life.
Do you wonder if your presence really matters? Is it easy for you to extend grace and compassion to those around you, but difficult to do the same for yourself? Maybe you long to be truly known and loved as your authentic self, but vulnerability scares you or you don’t even know how to begin. And maybe you aren’t even sure who you really are. Therapy creates a space where you can ask questions, get curious, and more deeply learn about yourself, giving you the power to make choices that set the course for a more fulfilling life.
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Nearby Experiential Therapy Searches for Villanova
- Ardmore
- Broomall
- Bryn Mawr
- Gladwyne
- Haverford
- Havertown
- King Of Prussia
- Narberth
- Newtown Square
- Radnor
- Wayne
- Wynnewood
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.