Depression Therapists in York, PA
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Patrick James Schuler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
York, PA 17402 (Online Only)
My counseling experiences over the years have been incredibly enriching and meaningful. I am continually moved by the varying degrees of challenging life experiences that we are all tasked with navigating and the ways we attempt to cope, gain insight from, and hopefully transform our adverse circumstances. I’ve had the opportunity to assist a diverse range of clients in both inpatient treatment and outpatient therapy settings. Within these programs I’ve helped clients address anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, academic challenges, relationships, identity changes, sexuality, and general life stressors.
My counseling experiences over the years have been incredibly enriching and meaningful. I am continually moved by the varying degrees of challenging life experiences that we are all tasked with navigating and the ways we attempt to cope, gain insight from, and hopefully transform our adverse circumstances. I’ve had the opportunity to assist a diverse range of clients in both inpatient treatment and outpatient therapy settings. Within these programs I’ve helped clients address anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, academic challenges, relationships, identity changes, sexuality, and general life stressors.
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Abboud is able to treat a wide variety of mental heath conditions (specified in the right column), but has received additional training and expertise in behavioral medicine, postpartum depression, PTSD, Addictions, concussion management, psychological testing and neuropsychology.
I am a doctorate level, licensed psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with over twenty years of experience. Services provided include outpatient therapy, psychological testing, neuropsychological testing, concussion management, and behavioral medicine treatment. For psychotherapy, I am most comfortable working with ages eighteen and up. For testing, we work with children as young as six. My approach is genuine, goal-directed and warm. If you are looking for a psychologist who is energetic, warm, and structured, we would most likely work well together. Feel free to call if you have any questions before setting up an appointment.
Abboud is able to treat a wide variety of mental heath conditions (specified in the right column), but has received additional training and expertise in behavioral medicine, postpartum depression, PTSD, Addictions, concussion management, psychological testing and neuropsychology.
I am a doctorate level, licensed psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with over twenty years of experience. Services provided include outpatient therapy, psychological testing, neuropsychological testing, concussion management, and behavioral medicine treatment. For psychotherapy, I am most comfortable working with ages eighteen and up. For testing, we work with children as young as six. My approach is genuine, goal-directed and warm. If you are looking for a psychologist who is energetic, warm, and structured, we would most likely work well together. Feel free to call if you have any questions before setting up an appointment.
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Yorktowne Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17401 (Online Only)
I specialize in work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and adjustment to significant life changes.
Not feeling like yourself? Have you been struggling with life's ups and downs, relationships, or significant life changes? Your experiences and emotions are important and I want to help you make sense of them. I offer a warm, accepting, professional environment and work to develop a strong therapeutic relationship. I know that if we build trust and a positive relationship your success therapeutically increases significantly. I emphasize evidence-based therapy techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which has been clinically proven to be effective, and I see the positive effects of therapy in my clients.
I specialize in work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and adjustment to significant life changes.
Not feeling like yourself? Have you been struggling with life's ups and downs, relationships, or significant life changes? Your experiences and emotions are important and I want to help you make sense of them. I offer a warm, accepting, professional environment and work to develop a strong therapeutic relationship. I know that if we build trust and a positive relationship your success therapeutically increases significantly. I emphasize evidence-based therapy techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which has been clinically proven to be effective, and I see the positive effects of therapy in my clients.
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I have had great success helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Hello! I am Tammy McAdoo, LCSW. I am located in a rural town in PA. I have worked in case management, substance abuse disorders, in schools, and as an outpatient therapist. I truly enjoy helping others make improvements to their life. I like the client to set their goals and work toward them at their pace. I use a client-centered approach and simply provide guide rails to help them reach their goals.
I have had great success helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Hello! I am Tammy McAdoo, LCSW. I am located in a rural town in PA. I have worked in case management, substance abuse disorders, in schools, and as an outpatient therapist. I truly enjoy helping others make improvements to their life. I like the client to set their goals and work toward them at their pace. I use a client-centered approach and simply provide guide rails to help them reach their goals.
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Dr. Swartz is a licensed psychologist with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She began her education at Alfred University's New York State College of Ceramics where she earned a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts in Ceramic Art. She continued her education with a Masters in Creative Arts in Therapy from Hahnemann Hospital Creative Arts program. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. Dr. Swartz provides therapy to patients with depression, anxiety and PTSD.
Dr. Swartz is a licensed psychologist with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She began her education at Alfred University's New York State College of Ceramics where she earned a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts in Ceramic Art. She continued her education with a Masters in Creative Arts in Therapy from Hahnemann Hospital Creative Arts program. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. Dr. Swartz provides therapy to patients with depression, anxiety and PTSD.
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Kristin Towner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
York, PA 17406 (Online Only)
CALLING clients and families: Do you or your child struggle with depression and anxiety which makes a daily routine difficult? Do you or your child question on how to manage challenging moments in your life? Have you or your child experienced a traumatic event in your life that seems impossible to process? Do you feel like you are in a stage of crisis that makes it hard to manage daily norms? Have you had multiple anxiety attacks that left you exhausted and tired, but want to learn coping strategies? Do you question your confidence in your relationships, career and personal identity? Are you ready to START the healing process?
CALLING clients and families: Do you or your child struggle with depression and anxiety which makes a daily routine difficult? Do you or your child question on how to manage challenging moments in your life? Have you or your child experienced a traumatic event in your life that seems impossible to process? Do you feel like you are in a stage of crisis that makes it hard to manage daily norms? Have you had multiple anxiety attacks that left you exhausted and tired, but want to learn coping strategies? Do you question your confidence in your relationships, career and personal identity? Are you ready to START the healing process?
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David Kunkel
Psychologist, MS
Verified Verified
York, PA 17406 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We all struggle sometimes. It's part of being human. But we also have the ability to learn, grow and change. Whether you are dealing with problem anger, depression, anxiety or relationship issues I can help you achieve your goals. Together we will work to help you increase your self-esteem, improve your relationships and achieve greater life satisfaction.
We all struggle sometimes. It's part of being human. But we also have the ability to learn, grow and change. Whether you are dealing with problem anger, depression, anxiety or relationship issues I can help you achieve your goals. Together we will work to help you increase your self-esteem, improve your relationships and achieve greater life satisfaction.
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I most commonly treat anxiety, depression, relational distress, and difficulty adjusting to new life circumstances.
Hi, I’m Sarah! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people find self-understanding, build meaningful relationships, and grow through life's big changes. I especially enjoy working with adults in their 20's and 30's.
I most commonly treat anxiety, depression, relational distress, and difficulty adjusting to new life circumstances.
Hi, I’m Sarah! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people find self-understanding, build meaningful relationships, and grow through life's big changes. I especially enjoy working with adults in their 20's and 30's.
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My name is Joann Crants, I am Licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I have over 30 years of experience working in various inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, childhood trauma, career challenges, substance abuse issues, and grief and loss. As we begin our therapeutic journey, I will assume that you may be somewhat overwhelmed and perhaps not really know where to begin or what you would like to work on.
My name is Joann Crants, I am Licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I have over 30 years of experience working in various inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, childhood trauma, career challenges, substance abuse issues, and grief and loss. As we begin our therapeutic journey, I will assume that you may be somewhat overwhelmed and perhaps not really know where to begin or what you would like to work on.
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Molly Stackhouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
York, PA 17403 (Online Only)
PA Insurance clients - Contact me to be on my Waitlist! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in PA, MD, South Carolina, Idaho, and Florida. With 20 years of experience in mental health, I have worked extensively with individuals seeking to enhance their lives and manage stress/anxiety, depression, boost self-confidence, establish healthy boundaries, and improve relationships. I'm trained in several cutting-edge modalities like EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS-informed EMDR, giving us a toolbox full of evolved resources to help you survive life's twists and turns, helping you thrive, and unlocking your full potential.
PA Insurance clients - Contact me to be on my Waitlist! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in PA, MD, South Carolina, Idaho, and Florida. With 20 years of experience in mental health, I have worked extensively with individuals seeking to enhance their lives and manage stress/anxiety, depression, boost self-confidence, establish healthy boundaries, and improve relationships. I'm trained in several cutting-edge modalities like EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS-informed EMDR, giving us a toolbox full of evolved resources to help you survive life's twists and turns, helping you thrive, and unlocking your full potential.
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I work with adults of any age, gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. Together we address a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and career challenges, and self-image and self-worth. Often there are deeper and more long-standing issues stemming from early life experiences. I specialize in helping people to connect with the unconscious script they are enacting, which is often in contradiction to their stated desires for their lives. To read more about my approach please visit my website at "www.drlaurajune.com"
I work with adults of any age, gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. Together we address a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and career challenges, and self-image and self-worth. Often there are deeper and more long-standing issues stemming from early life experiences. I specialize in helping people to connect with the unconscious script they are enacting, which is often in contradiction to their stated desires for their lives. To read more about my approach please visit my website at "www.drlaurajune.com"
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Kimberly S Marsico
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
York, PA 17403 (Online Only)
I focus on grief, anxiety, depression, trauma and particularly relationship issues.
When working with me, you can expect a safe, empathetic environment to share your needs. I help my clients to work through important relationships- past and present. We will work together to understand past issues that may be impacting your life currently. I believe in helping you find your personal strengths, purpose, and meaning to help create and realize your life goals.
I focus on grief, anxiety, depression, trauma and particularly relationship issues.
When working with me, you can expect a safe, empathetic environment to share your needs. I help my clients to work through important relationships- past and present. We will work together to understand past issues that may be impacting your life currently. I believe in helping you find your personal strengths, purpose, and meaning to help create and realize your life goals.
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Matthew Berliant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17408 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with people with anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood swings, anger and aggression, addictive behaviors, and those struggling to establish healthy boundaries, to navigate sexual identity and/or gender identity challenges, or who need help talking through conflict in their relationships.
Immediate openings for 5 new Highmark or Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO clients as of 8/19/24. You deserve more - more happiness, more confidence, more pleasure in your life! And I believe I can help you get there. I am currently offering video sessions throughout the state of Pennsylvania during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm. I also offer a sliding scale based on financial need. Please email me if you require a sliding scale and we can decide together how to fit therapy into your budget.
I have extensive experience working with people with anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood swings, anger and aggression, addictive behaviors, and those struggling to establish healthy boundaries, to navigate sexual identity and/or gender identity challenges, or who need help talking through conflict in their relationships.
Immediate openings for 5 new Highmark or Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO clients as of 8/19/24. You deserve more - more happiness, more confidence, more pleasure in your life! And I believe I can help you get there. I am currently offering video sessions throughout the state of Pennsylvania during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm. I also offer a sliding scale based on financial need. Please email me if you require a sliding scale and we can decide together how to fit therapy into your budget.
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Lindsey Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
York, PA 17315 (Online Only)
I have experience working with clients struggling with chronic pain, medical issues, anxiety, and depression.
Making the decision to begin therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist is an important step in the process. My primary role is to empower you, the client, to make desired changes in your life. You are worth it!
I have experience working with clients struggling with chronic pain, medical issues, anxiety, and depression.
Making the decision to begin therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist is an important step in the process. My primary role is to empower you, the client, to make desired changes in your life. You are worth it!
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Alayne Holland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
York, PA 17401 (Online Only)
Owner of Frame of Mind Therapy, LLC. Although I have a special place in my heart working with kids, I have experience in & thoroughly enjoy working with any demographic. I began my career working with low income families, helping them form stronger bonds, feel happier, & live healthier. Over time, I've gained experience in working with young & older adults, from any background, any race, and/or culture. I've helped many dive deep into their past & manage many identified concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, & interpersonal issues. If your goal is to feel healthy, productive, & engaged in life again, let's work together.
Owner of Frame of Mind Therapy, LLC. Although I have a special place in my heart working with kids, I have experience in & thoroughly enjoy working with any demographic. I began my career working with low income families, helping them form stronger bonds, feel happier, & live healthier. Over time, I've gained experience in working with young & older adults, from any background, any race, and/or culture. I've helped many dive deep into their past & manage many identified concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, & interpersonal issues. If your goal is to feel healthy, productive, & engaged in life again, let's work together.
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Currently accepting new clients: I strongly value my clients’ unique identities and seek to nurture your expression of sexuality, culture, and spirituality. I strive to provide deeply present, imaginative, compassionate and holistic care. My therapeutic interests include, but are not limited to, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, sexual shame and dissatisfaction, racial/ethnic identity, perfectionism, chronic illness and disability, trauma and PTSD. I have special interest and experience in working with Latino clients.
Currently accepting new clients: I strongly value my clients’ unique identities and seek to nurture your expression of sexuality, culture, and spirituality. I strive to provide deeply present, imaginative, compassionate and holistic care. My therapeutic interests include, but are not limited to, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, sexual shame and dissatisfaction, racial/ethnic identity, perfectionism, chronic illness and disability, trauma and PTSD. I have special interest and experience in working with Latino clients.
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Hello! My name is Esther Kamisar, Ph.D. I am a licensed Psychologist and have been practicing for over 40 years. I enjoy working with clients who are facing phases of life challenges throughout their adult, both younger and older years. I also enjoy working with clients who have been struggling with ADHD and are able to make dramatic changes in their lives when diagnosed and treated successfully. I am also interested in working with patients struggling with Bipolar, Depression, and Anxiety.
Hello! My name is Esther Kamisar, Ph.D. I am a licensed Psychologist and have been practicing for over 40 years. I enjoy working with clients who are facing phases of life challenges throughout their adult, both younger and older years. I also enjoy working with clients who have been struggling with ADHD and are able to make dramatic changes in their lives when diagnosed and treated successfully. I am also interested in working with patients struggling with Bipolar, Depression, and Anxiety.
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I am a National Certified Counselor with my masters degree in clinical Mental health counseling. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, as I believe therapy is not a one size fits all service; different people heal in different ways. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, DBT techniques, and ABA techniques. I work with anxiety disorders, depression disorders, ADD/ADHD, childhood trauma, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
I am a National Certified Counselor with my masters degree in clinical Mental health counseling. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, as I believe therapy is not a one size fits all service; different people heal in different ways. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, DBT techniques, and ABA techniques. I work with anxiety disorders, depression disorders, ADD/ADHD, childhood trauma, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
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I’m the therapist behind Lunar Counseling! I work with teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, and trauma. Too many people are stuck in a cycle of distress without truly resolving anything. This leaves many feeling detached, numb, and uncertain about their future.
I’m the therapist behind Lunar Counseling! I work with teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, and trauma. Too many people are stuck in a cycle of distress without truly resolving anything. This leaves many feeling detached, numb, and uncertain about their future.
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Robin A Frutchey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
York, PA 17315
Waitlist for new clients
You don't want to be held back by insecurities, anxiety, depression, or chronic health problems.
Is there an anxious voice in your head that sometimes speaks at full volume? Do you feel alone, uncertain, or "less than"? Or maybe you feel like you just can't stay on top of your life. You procrastinate and only get things done by self-medicating with panic? You may have habits you don't feel good about... you overeat, shop too much, spend countless hours online or in front of tv, or get too much or too little sleep. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or like something is missing. Or maybe you are a parent who feels worried and unsure about how to help a child or adolescent who is struggling?
You don't want to be held back by insecurities, anxiety, depression, or chronic health problems.
Is there an anxious voice in your head that sometimes speaks at full volume? Do you feel alone, uncertain, or "less than"? Or maybe you feel like you just can't stay on top of your life. You procrastinate and only get things done by self-medicating with panic? You may have habits you don't feel good about... you overeat, shop too much, spend countless hours online or in front of tv, or get too much or too little sleep. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or like something is missing. Or maybe you are a parent who feels worried and unsure about how to help a child or adolescent who is struggling?
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.