Teletherapy for Pennsylvania
![Photo of 'aloe' Sarah Michelson, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2de63e65-ad8c-4934-970a-f413776cf0d4/2/320x400.jpeg)
'aloe' Sarah Michelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19123 (Online Only)
Therapy is the fight for autonomy over our decisions and our strengths-based connections in the aftermath. The universal social work tradition is to build practice based on reciprocity, continuity of care, consent, and affirmation. Therapists build supportive networks through community-based knowledge, interrelationships and love. We labor for access to self determination over our own identities and communities at large. We take a holistic view of the self through a social context, and work to create open and dynamic spaces and roles for ourselves and each other. This must include confronting stigma, isolation and disconnection.
Therapy is the fight for autonomy over our decisions and our strengths-based connections in the aftermath. The universal social work tradition is to build practice based on reciprocity, continuity of care, consent, and affirmation. Therapists build supportive networks through community-based knowledge, interrelationships and love. We labor for access to self determination over our own identities and communities at large. We take a holistic view of the self through a social context, and work to create open and dynamic spaces and roles for ourselves and each other. This must include confronting stigma, isolation and disconnection.
![Photo of Mav Atis-Valentine, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b58f4b40-ac5c-4c85-847c-94fc70f2c0ca/2/320x400.png)
Mav Atis-Valentine
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19143
My work is trauma informed, taking into consideration the specific needs of each individual based on their past experiences. When you are aware of the ways you are influenced by your past programming, we can put the tools in your hands to help you take control of your life. I strive to provide you with an empathetic space for you to become your truest self.
My work is trauma informed, taking into consideration the specific needs of each individual based on their past experiences. When you are aware of the ways you are influenced by your past programming, we can put the tools in your hands to help you take control of your life. I strive to provide you with an empathetic space for you to become your truest self.
![Photo of Nikki Leigh Andruscavage, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1bf9a82c-14ef-4c4e-b388-007cd37c61d6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nikki Leigh Andruscavage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
As a therapist, I specialize in helping children, teens, and adults navigate challenges such as depression, behavioral issues, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and stress. My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and supported. Through tailored strategies and compassionate guidance, I empower individuals to build resilience, manage emotions, and foster meaningful connections. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to inspire growth and enhance overall well-being at every stage of life.
As a therapist, I specialize in helping children, teens, and adults navigate challenges such as depression, behavioral issues, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and stress. My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and supported. Through tailored strategies and compassionate guidance, I empower individuals to build resilience, manage emotions, and foster meaningful connections. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to inspire growth and enhance overall well-being at every stage of life.
![Photo of Amanda E Zeiders, LCSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8f0eef76-6f13-4a22-aaa5-f70f9b8f38ac/1/320x400.jpeg)
I see one of the most important roles as a therapist to be putting in the work to earn someone’s trust and walking beside them as an accomplice on their path towards growth. I don’t believe that people are “broken” or “need to be fixed”, but rather that somewhere within every person lies the capacity to generate change. I believe this change begins by finding someone trustworthy to support them through this process. And—that being kinder and gentler towards ourselves goes a long way to building the foundation for this change to occur.
I see one of the most important roles as a therapist to be putting in the work to earn someone’s trust and walking beside them as an accomplice on their path towards growth. I don’t believe that people are “broken” or “need to be fixed”, but rather that somewhere within every person lies the capacity to generate change. I believe this change begins by finding someone trustworthy to support them through this process. And—that being kinder and gentler towards ourselves goes a long way to building the foundation for this change to occur.
![Photo of Margaret Caesar - Glade Run Lutheran Services, MA, LPCC, LCSW, CC, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52a419e8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Glade Run Lutheran Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LPCC, LCSW, CC, MSW
Verified Verified
Zelienople, PA 16063
Glade Run has a 165 year history of service to individuals in need in our communities. With a range of caring and professional client-focused therapists, we are able to help you set and reach your personal goals. With office locations in Zelienople, Butler, Beaver Falls, and Pittsburgh, Glade Run is ready and available to help.
Glade Run has a 165 year history of service to individuals in need in our communities. With a range of caring and professional client-focused therapists, we are able to help you set and reach your personal goals. With office locations in Zelienople, Butler, Beaver Falls, and Pittsburgh, Glade Run is ready and available to help.
![Photo of Chris Moore, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8ac6f076-25a2-4881-b564-9c320b823677/2/320x400.jpeg)
Chris Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19143 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck in patterns that lead to disappointment and hurt? Have you tried to makes changes, but they don't last? Many of us were conditioned into survival strategies that separate us from ourselves. This separation can create the belief that there is something wrong with us, as though we are unworthy or unlovable, leading to cycles of shame, numbing, anger, fear, and grief. I use internal family systems therapy to create a space for compassion and curiosity that allows these feelings to be explored and held. This process can help you to move beyond stagnant patterns of hurt that limit your growth, potential, and love.
Do you feel stuck in patterns that lead to disappointment and hurt? Have you tried to makes changes, but they don't last? Many of us were conditioned into survival strategies that separate us from ourselves. This separation can create the belief that there is something wrong with us, as though we are unworthy or unlovable, leading to cycles of shame, numbing, anger, fear, and grief. I use internal family systems therapy to create a space for compassion and curiosity that allows these feelings to be explored and held. This process can help you to move beyond stagnant patterns of hurt that limit your growth, potential, and love.
![Photo of Charles Tyson, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/03ae514a-0f59-417f-9a45-b2a4a377ac02/2/320x400.jpeg)
Charles Tyson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19125 (Online Only)
Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a black, gender non-binary Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have a personal stake and insight into the work I do. My clinical practice aims to empower and heal individuals, families & communities through therapy, consulting, case management, training, & community outreach.
Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a black, gender non-binary Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have a personal stake and insight into the work I do. My clinical practice aims to empower and heal individuals, families & communities through therapy, consulting, case management, training, & community outreach.
![Photo of Jennifer Ruth Rozell-Whitaker, LPC, ATR-BC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e3344eaf-e2ae-4984-a013-2542c8c185a3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jennifer Ruth Rozell-Whitaker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Choosing to start therapy takes courage. It's not easy to look within one's self and challenge yourself to change. In our work together, I will support you in your journey towards personal growth, discovery and change. As an Art Therapist, I believe that engaging in the art process has a powerful way of touching the deepest aspects of one's soul. Through creative approaches in therapy, you can connect authentically with yourself and thrive. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, I can help each person use the process to grow.
Choosing to start therapy takes courage. It's not easy to look within one's self and challenge yourself to change. In our work together, I will support you in your journey towards personal growth, discovery and change. As an Art Therapist, I believe that engaging in the art process has a powerful way of touching the deepest aspects of one's soul. Through creative approaches in therapy, you can connect authentically with yourself and thrive. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, I can help each person use the process to grow.
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I work to ensure people have a safe and gender affirming place to find support on their journey. I strive to meet people where they are in a client-centered or Family-based approach to treatment were both adults and children can be come to be heard, understood, and encouraged.
I work to ensure people have a safe and gender affirming place to find support on their journey. I strive to meet people where they are in a client-centered or Family-based approach to treatment were both adults and children can be come to be heard, understood, and encouraged.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.