Somatic Therapists in Erie, PA

I enjoy working adults and mature adolescents, individually or couples. I work with a variety of mental health concerns/problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, grief, trauma (all types), LGBTQ+ concerns, workplace violence, life or work stress, etc. I have experiences interviewing and writing reports for transgender individuals seeking hormone replacement therapy or gender reassignment surgery. I am trained in a variety of trauma focused therapeutic models for anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I am EMDR Certified. Training in Somatic Experiencing. COMMERCIAL/SELF-PAY only.

Imagine what life would be like if you could move past your anxiety. If you didn't feel stuck in past trauma. If you truly felt connected with others in the present moment. My passion is rooted in serving other helping professionals (teachers, nurses, first responders, other therapists like me!) reclaim their lives from trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, substance misuse, and transitional/career stressors.

Welcome, I am Rochelle, and I am glad you have taken some time for yourself, to find a support that can help navigate life. Life can be really hard, maybe even harder right now. More people are struggling with anxiety and depression and to find purpose and meaning. People are struggling in their relationships and to fulfill their roles because they have nothing in their reserves. This is a hard place to be, and this is where partnering with someone can help you move through these difficult times and support you in developing kindness and compassion for yourself, and the understanding and skills that can help make lasting changes.

This is not therapy this is an EXPERIENCE. In order to heal, you have to feel. We aren't avoiding the pain any longer. We are experiencing it...in a healing space. Welcome to the Journey.

Trauma that is unresolved can have many lasting effects on our mind and body. Unresolved trauma can create a separation from our sense of self as well as feelings of disconnection from others. I often see client's that are struggling with the effects of trauma who are having symptoms of anxiety, depression, and panic. My approach is person-centered and tailored to each unique person I am working with. I also work at your pace and am skilled in meeting you "where you are at" in your healing journey. If you are seeking something more than traditional talk-therapy, you have found the right place to evolve in your journey.

I believe therapy is most effective when the clinician presents themselves as the client does-a person with a unique past and personality. When you take out a therapist’s humanity and lived experience, there is no true therapeutic connection and trust from the client. That’s why I strive to be both a person and therapist through my conversational, authentic, and collaborative style. I am experienced in serving those with chronic mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, psychosomatic symptoms, and somatic disorders.

Are you a parent seeing your child go through something but you just don't know how to help? Most days conversations start with your child saying, "I don't know", "I don't care", or "I am the problem", then end in complete disaster. Often you see your child having trouble talking about how they are feeling or what they are thinking, act out of anger or impulsivity, are hard on themselves, have issues in school and with friends, hate transitioning between houses, or have been through really tough times, You find that they just need some sort of outlet for support to help them heal, grow, and release what they are holding on to.

You might be seeking therapy because your inner pain has spilled out onto your close relationships, physical health, creative endeavors, career, or daily functioning, and it’s become unbearable for you to manage on your own. Maybe you are generally well-functioning, but you have long felt disconnected from life. Healing does not have to stop at mental health symptom management. Therapy can be a place to (re)discover your true self, to free yourself from your past, to help you live a life you desire, or to build your psychological immunity. In the grace of the therapeutic space, you can transform your pain into new life.

I really don't have an ideal client as all individuals are different and have unique strengths and weaknesses that are useful to them in some way.. I tend to take a strength based approach and encourage independent problem solving dialogue. I feel very comfortable working with nearly all ages even younger children so long as their parents are actively engaged with treatment. Depression, anxiety, personal relationships, separation and loss, and disrupted adjustments are all within the scope of my work. Now, with telepsychology there are more opportunities to connect with people.

Are you tired of the cycle? Stuck in the same conversation with yourself or others wishing it was different? Still waiting for your mind & body to get on the same page? Is your body stuck in FEAR? When we carry negative beliefs about ourselves, many times in our healing process what we think and what we feel just don’t match. Somewhere along the line, events occurred that created a negative belief in your core that you have carried into other areas of life that don’t serve you and can even make life feel harder. We all know life has 'ups' and 'downs,' but when the scale tips more into the 'downs,' ease & relief can feel foreign.

Enneagram informed therapy. In its essence, psychotherapy is the art of healing the soul. As psychotherapists, we care for the soul of the other. Together we can explore and develop new resources for deep transformation to create a healing environment and establish peace, balance, and meaning. Do you want to identify your core strengths and weaknesses, gain greater self-awareness, and work through challenges more effectively, or understand the function of that Critical Inner Voice? Maybe learn how your personality protects you during times of conflict so you can become wiser and drop dysfunctional parts of your personality.

I am currently accepting new clients at this time. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. I have 16 years of experience providing outpatient treatment for individuals of all ages. I specialize in a variety of issues including sexual, physical and emotional abuse, PTSD, LGBTQ+, sexual disorders, depression, anxiety and personality disorders. I have worked previously as a counselor at Safe Harbor Behavioral Health. Previous to Safe Harbor, I worked for Family Services in the Community Abuse Response Team where I counseled both adult and child survivors of sexual abuse.

In a world which can pull a person away from themselves, it is of vital importance to get back into a healthy and honest relationship with yourself. When this alignment happens within self, one tends to find inner balance and life begins to fall into place. I believe that by providing an environment of listening, empathy, non-judgement and validation, a person can get in touch with who they are, who they want to be, how they feel, and what they think and believe. This is where healing begins. I will support you as you rediscover an empowered version of yourself and encourage you in what you need and want in life.

Do you wish for more joy, meaning and purpose in your life? Would you like your relationships with friends, partner and family to be more nourishing and loving? Do you want to unlearn old self defeating habits and discover more effective ways of coping with life circumstances and relationship problems? It would be my privilege to assist you in discovering your path and answers on the road of life. I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families.

What would it be like to live a life without constant anxiety? Life without overthinking everything, worrying about what people think about you, or the future? When was the last time you felt comfortable walking into a social setting? When was the last time that you went to bed without replaying the day, feeling embarrassed, wondering who is mad at you, or things you could have said and done differently? You hold yourself and others to a high standard. Your attention to detail and drive has gotten you far in life but when things don’t go according to plan it’s hard to adjust and you end up feeling overwhelmed and frustrated.

I am passionate about helping individuals on their path to self-discovery and leading a genuine and authentic life. Drawing upon my background in counseling and neuroscience, I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and existentialism into my approach. I aim to help individuals cultivate openness, awareness, and engagement with themselves, their loved ones, and the world around them. By incorporating meditation, relevant literature, art, and nature, I aim to create a holistic therapeutic experience. These elements enrich the exploration of subjective experiences, self-perception, and the profound aspects of existence.

Hi there! I'm Chelsea - I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist. One thing that I've learned across my practice is that sometimes life circumstances, relationships, past memories/experiences - can make us feel stuck. Stuck in our pasts, stuck in current situations, and stuck in our heads at times. My goal as your therapist is to create a collaborative effort where we work to meet your treatment goals together. You don't have to figure everything out on your own - I think it's important for us to normalize that :)

I provide 100% online therapy to adults wanting to work on themselves to experience personal growth, symptom reduction/elimination, and to improve their life experiences. I am EMDR trained and draw from many therapies using trauma-informed and ego states perspectives. Many of my clients are experiencing anxiety, depression, life changes, and reactivity to stressors. They have accepted anxiety, panic attacks, flashbacks, overthinking, excessively working, or being mistreated as "how things are." Or learned that trusting others and having hope leads them to disappointment, loneliness, and only being able to count on themselves.

I love to work with motivated clients, no matter how difficult it may be because I realize change is tough. I offer a unique approach for those trying to change patterns of thinking, break cycles of dysfunction and release pent up feelings. I offer faith-based counseling for those requesting it. I work well with those dealing with anxiety, relational issues, and trauma. Many clients seek me out for help with meditation, self discovery, spiritual counseling, health and weight goals, reducing depression and just having a place where they can "figure themselves out."