Therapists in Pennsylvania
![Photo of Maria Papacostaki, MA, MFT](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c3555a4-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have been trained in DBT, a treatment that helps people who self-harm or attempt suicide.
I have personally experienced grief or what is sometimes called "the dark night of the soul." This seemingly dark experience could provides a great opportunity for transformation if the appropriate work is done. I know how to lead you from darkness into the light.
I am also very experienced with life transitions. I will guide you to gracefully move from one life state to another.
I am trained to work with couples and families and I lead groups as well.
I have been trained in DBT, a treatment that helps people who self-harm or attempt suicide.
I have personally experienced grief or what is sometimes called "the dark night of the soul." This seemingly dark experience could provides a great opportunity for transformation if the appropriate work is done. I know how to lead you from darkness into the light.
I am also very experienced with life transitions. I will guide you to gracefully move from one life state to another.
I am trained to work with couples and families and I lead groups as well.
![Photo of Stephanie Rushton, DSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e7054e3-821c-43d9-95cf-43a3f49091cc/2/320x400.jpeg)
My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, ADHD, relational issues, attachment issues, LGBTQ, self-esteem, suicidal ideation.
I’m a behavioral health therapist committed to helping children, adolescents and adults learn how to overcome challenging thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and/or experiences. My work focuses on partnering with you to take steps towards what is meaningful and valuable to you and your family, the way you want your life to look, and the person you want to be. I believe in continuous growth and development, everyone has value, and everyone has a reservoir of strength to draw from.
My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, ADHD, relational issues, attachment issues, LGBTQ, self-esteem, suicidal ideation.
I’m a behavioral health therapist committed to helping children, adolescents and adults learn how to overcome challenging thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and/or experiences. My work focuses on partnering with you to take steps towards what is meaningful and valuable to you and your family, the way you want your life to look, and the person you want to be. I believe in continuous growth and development, everyone has value, and everyone has a reservoir of strength to draw from.
![Photo of Jan Sciulli, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35adbefb-b9f2-4150-aeb3-948894733ca2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Devastated by a traumatic event in your life? I am dedicated to helping you through your journey of bereavement and healing. I have worked with individuals and families who have experienced traumatic sudden loss resulting from incidences such as gun violence; suicide; divorce; job loss; vision loss; physical changes; progressive and terminal illness.
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Devastated by a traumatic event in your life? I am dedicated to helping you through your journey of bereavement and healing. I have worked with individuals and families who have experienced traumatic sudden loss resulting from incidences such as gun violence; suicide; divorce; job loss; vision loss; physical changes; progressive and terminal illness.
![Photo of Megan Petak - Momentum Couples and Family Therapy LLC., LPC, LCSW, LSW, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e6c6764-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Momentum Couples and Family Therapy LLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Uniontown, PA 15401
Momentum Couples and Family Therapy provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: conflicts or problems with a partner, difficulty adjusting to a new school, trying to cope with a divorce or separation, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, fear or thoughts of suicide, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, coping with medical illness, unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, etc.
Momentum Couples and Family Therapy provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: conflicts or problems with a partner, difficulty adjusting to a new school, trying to cope with a divorce or separation, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, fear or thoughts of suicide, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, coping with medical illness, unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, etc.
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Growth Minded Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
When life's challenges feel overwhelming, burdensome, confusing, uncertain, hopeless, or difficult to imagine changed, it can make all the difference to find the right support to guide you or your loved one to a renewed sense of strength.
When life's challenges feel overwhelming, burdensome, confusing, uncertain, hopeless, or difficult to imagine changed, it can make all the difference to find the right support to guide you or your loved one to a renewed sense of strength.
![Photo of Alayna Renwick, CRC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2854d134-4324-4560-a367-7a9434ecf119/1/320x400.png)
Alayna Renwick
Pre-Licensed Professional, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Many people feel unsure if they "need" therapy, or if their problems are "big enough." I assure you that even if you feel like your concerns are small, therapy can help you uncover new paths to healing that will improve your overall mental wellbeing. Whether you are in the midst of processing a new trauma, or need to work through something that happened years ago, my goal is to help you feel empowered to change your path and begin to live life to the fullest.
Many people feel unsure if they "need" therapy, or if their problems are "big enough." I assure you that even if you feel like your concerns are small, therapy can help you uncover new paths to healing that will improve your overall mental wellbeing. Whether you are in the midst of processing a new trauma, or need to work through something that happened years ago, my goal is to help you feel empowered to change your path and begin to live life to the fullest.
![Photo of Carmen Garrison, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ef8e326-db89-4f41-a837-0cb6b4f50c78/2/320x400.jpeg)
My philosophy is that positive change is possible for everyone. I believe that achieving wellness is a journey, and I am dedicated to helping others along their path. Using a compassionate, person-centered style; I work collaboratively with my clients. My holistic approach to wellness focuses on all areas of wellness; mind, body and soul. Finding balance gives us the strength to face challenges in our lives. Through counseling, hope can be restored. In my nine years of working with individuals and families, I have seen an immense amount of resiliency and hope. "Once you choose hope, anything is possible"
My philosophy is that positive change is possible for everyone. I believe that achieving wellness is a journey, and I am dedicated to helping others along their path. Using a compassionate, person-centered style; I work collaboratively with my clients. My holistic approach to wellness focuses on all areas of wellness; mind, body and soul. Finding balance gives us the strength to face challenges in our lives. Through counseling, hope can be restored. In my nine years of working with individuals and families, I have seen an immense amount of resiliency and hope. "Once you choose hope, anything is possible"
![Photo of Judith S. Beck - Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0e38465-63dc-4343-a101-e147fabdffd4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Beck Institute’s world-renowned experts, Dr. Judith Beck, Dr. Francine Broder, and Dr. Norman Cotterell specialize in providing compassionate, high-quality Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). CBT is a time-sensitive, structured, present-oriented form of talk therapy that has been scientifically tested and found to be effective for the treatment of many different health and mental health conditions. We work with clients who are experiencing mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety, as well as those who are adjusting to life transitions or stressors, coping with chronic illnesses, or experiencing relationship difficulties.
Beck Institute’s world-renowned experts, Dr. Judith Beck, Dr. Francine Broder, and Dr. Norman Cotterell specialize in providing compassionate, high-quality Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). CBT is a time-sensitive, structured, present-oriented form of talk therapy that has been scientifically tested and found to be effective for the treatment of many different health and mental health conditions. We work with clients who are experiencing mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety, as well as those who are adjusting to life transitions or stressors, coping with chronic illnesses, or experiencing relationship difficulties.
![Photo of Theresa Anne Counihan, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a5aabade-10dd-4c7c-8fa9-2ab2987c1b0d/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked with persons throughout the lifespan. Most recently, I consulted at skilled nursing homes and assisted care facilities with a focus on illness and end of life challenges. I enjoy working with young adults who are just finding their way in this world and navigating new relationships and responsibilities. I accept clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, phobias, stress, identity development, assertiveness, anger management, and relationship challenges for those who are heterosexual, LGBTQ, caregivers, and parents.
I have worked with persons throughout the lifespan. Most recently, I consulted at skilled nursing homes and assisted care facilities with a focus on illness and end of life challenges. I enjoy working with young adults who are just finding their way in this world and navigating new relationships and responsibilities. I accept clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, phobias, stress, identity development, assertiveness, anger management, and relationship challenges for those who are heterosexual, LGBTQ, caregivers, and parents.
![Photo of Amy Fantalis, MS, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3dfbbe60-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My entire career, I have worked mainly with teens, young adults and families. I believe strongly in the power of the relationship and work hard to help families connect in an honest and genuine way with their kids. I have a fundamental belief that most people do their best, have good intentions and want to be loved and appreciated. With this in mind, I believe strongly in the work I do and services I offer. I provide individual, family and group therapy and focus on helping people better listen, trust and connect with one another despite the diagnosis or symptoms.
My entire career, I have worked mainly with teens, young adults and families. I believe strongly in the power of the relationship and work hard to help families connect in an honest and genuine way with their kids. I have a fundamental belief that most people do their best, have good intentions and want to be loved and appreciated. With this in mind, I believe strongly in the work I do and services I offer. I provide individual, family and group therapy and focus on helping people better listen, trust and connect with one another despite the diagnosis or symptoms.
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I am a trauma-informed, integrative, EMDR therapist. I use ego states and parts work in conjunction with somatic work to help bring ‘online’ the left and right hemispheres of your brain. I am focused on treating the whole person and would like to have an open, honest conversation about what you are looking for and your treatment wants and needs.
I am a trauma-informed, integrative, EMDR therapist. I use ego states and parts work in conjunction with somatic work to help bring ‘online’ the left and right hemispheres of your brain. I am focused on treating the whole person and would like to have an open, honest conversation about what you are looking for and your treatment wants and needs.
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My goal as a therapist is to empower others to reach their fullest potential with their healthiest mind and skill-set. Working together, we can build upon your skills to find balance and relief. I am currently seeing clients virtually, as well as seeing clients in my private practice office on a limited basis due to COVID.
My goal as a therapist is to empower others to reach their fullest potential with their healthiest mind and skill-set. Working together, we can build upon your skills to find balance and relief. I am currently seeing clients virtually, as well as seeing clients in my private practice office on a limited basis due to COVID.
![Photo of Stephen Luther - Grace Wellness Center, MSEd, MEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fc149ea-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Grace Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
We are a group of Christian Counselors who treat clients of all ages through Biblical truth and the healing power of God's grace. We integrate the best from the discipline of psychology with Christian counseling to help people find peace and contentment. We have counselors who specialize in addictions, attachment and trauma issues, grief, relationships, children, parenting, depression, anxiety and most other issues. Our organization has several centers throughout western PA. Please visit our website to see if we have a location that will meet your needs. www.thegracewellnesscenter.com
We are a group of Christian Counselors who treat clients of all ages through Biblical truth and the healing power of God's grace. We integrate the best from the discipline of psychology with Christian counseling to help people find peace and contentment. We have counselors who specialize in addictions, attachment and trauma issues, grief, relationships, children, parenting, depression, anxiety and most other issues. Our organization has several centers throughout western PA. Please visit our website to see if we have a location that will meet your needs. www.thegracewellnesscenter.com
![Photo of Valerie Anne Davis](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c76e05f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/8/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in helping clients to become focused as they set their goals through the challenging events that is taking place in their lives.
I help them to see that they do not have to be in fear when it comes to setting their goals. They can relax while setting their goals one at a time at a pace that is comfortable for them.
I specialize in helping clients to become focused as they set their goals through the challenging events that is taking place in their lives.
I help them to see that they do not have to be in fear when it comes to setting their goals. They can relax while setting their goals one at a time at a pace that is comfortable for them.
![Photo of George P Dymiotis, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/379f4703-fac0-49a8-97ab-5f0b7617798d/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have experience in treating individuals that suffer from depression, anxiety, substance abuse and all sorts of other psychological diagnoses. I concentrate on developing a therapeutic relationship and cultivating a safe environment where the clients can share freely. I am a very big fan of emphasizing the strengths and I follow a client-centered approach to counseling. I view therapy as a collaborative process and I am committed to working hard toward achieving therapeutic goals. Transferring what you learn in the therapy session to the outside world step-by-step is also something I strive for.
I have experience in treating individuals that suffer from depression, anxiety, substance abuse and all sorts of other psychological diagnoses. I concentrate on developing a therapeutic relationship and cultivating a safe environment where the clients can share freely. I am a very big fan of emphasizing the strengths and I follow a client-centered approach to counseling. I view therapy as a collaborative process and I am committed to working hard toward achieving therapeutic goals. Transferring what you learn in the therapy session to the outside world step-by-step is also something I strive for.
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Dr. Dawn Marie Friend & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Park, PA 15129
I have been helping clients of all ages, races, and backgrounds live more fulfilling, rewarding, hopeful lives for as long as I can remember. It was natural for me to become a psychologist and make my mark on the world by doing exactly what I loved to do. Although my clients continually tell me how much they are helped by therapy, I can honestly say that I am the one who is truly changed by helping others. No matter what your difficulties are, I can assure you that you will be changed in some way by entering therapy. There is no difficulty too great or too small to work on in therapy. The only constant in life is change.
I have been helping clients of all ages, races, and backgrounds live more fulfilling, rewarding, hopeful lives for as long as I can remember. It was natural for me to become a psychologist and make my mark on the world by doing exactly what I loved to do. Although my clients continually tell me how much they are helped by therapy, I can honestly say that I am the one who is truly changed by helping others. No matter what your difficulties are, I can assure you that you will be changed in some way by entering therapy. There is no difficulty too great or too small to work on in therapy. The only constant in life is change.
Stephanie Lindsay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Waitlist for new clients
"I offer my clients a brief model of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT has been shown to be the treatment of choice for individuals struggling with problems such as Anxiety, Depression and OCD. I help my clients replace their old habits with new, healthy means of coping."
"I offer my clients a brief model of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT has been shown to be the treatment of choice for individuals struggling with problems such as Anxiety, Depression and OCD. I help my clients replace their old habits with new, healthy means of coping."
![Photo of Daniel Kochinsky, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5b5b512f-c896-4df7-9a20-a353bf088a80/2/320x400.jpeg)
Daniel Kochinsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
You realize you can't do it alone. If you're facing the complex journey of substance abuse disorders and maybe even co-occurring mental health challenges, I'm here to help. I specialize in supporting those who have directly or indirectly battled these brutal battles, offering a down-to-earth approach to healing.
You realize you can't do it alone. If you're facing the complex journey of substance abuse disorders and maybe even co-occurring mental health challenges, I'm here to help. I specialize in supporting those who have directly or indirectly battled these brutal battles, offering a down-to-earth approach to healing.
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Dr. Dianne Marino-Surovcik Phd Dms Psychological Services Llc
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Center Valley, PA 18034
As a Counseling Psychologist I am searching to find health or “ego strength“ in a person. People are capable of having internal positive and negative aspects in play at all times. Working from a psychodynamic model to see the whole clinical picture, I believe insight is crucial but it doesn’t guarantee behavior change. To that end I work from a cognitive and behavioral model to build strength.
As a Counseling Psychologist I am searching to find health or “ego strength“ in a person. People are capable of having internal positive and negative aspects in play at all times. Working from a psychodynamic model to see the whole clinical picture, I believe insight is crucial but it doesn’t guarantee behavior change. To that end I work from a cognitive and behavioral model to build strength.
![Photo of Judd L Kulas, MS, NCC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f2f25c88-e940-475c-8d55-e01454832600/2/320x400.jpeg)
You probably already know at least some of what you wish were different in your life. Often the things we wish were different we have wanted to change for months, years, or even decades. Counseling often has a balanced focus on helping you learn how to cope with present day symptoms while at times looking back to become free from old patterns of responding. Those old patterns that at one time may have been necessary in order to survive, now may be the very thing limiting your ability to thrive and realize your potential. Click on the "website" button to the left to read more about me, my approach, and my specialties.
You probably already know at least some of what you wish were different in your life. Often the things we wish were different we have wanted to change for months, years, or even decades. Counseling often has a balanced focus on helping you learn how to cope with present day symptoms while at times looking back to become free from old patterns of responding. Those old patterns that at one time may have been necessary in order to survive, now may be the very thing limiting your ability to thrive and realize your potential. Click on the "website" button to the left to read more about me, my approach, and my specialties.
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Suicidal Ideation Therapists
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.