Therapists in 17011

Hello! We at West Shore Wellness are eager to meet you! We are able to work with children, adolescents, young adults and adults at all stages of life. We enjoy helping clients reach their wellness goals, whatever they may be. We have immediate openings available for daytime appointments & limited evening appointments at this time. Feel free to contact us for more information.

Are feelings of anxiety or self-doubt keeping you from enjoying life? Do you feel your relationships could be better? No matter how stuck you may feel, together we can uncover the obstacles that stand in your way and find your inner strength to make the changes you desire.

I am a licensed professional counselor who can help you make permanent, positive changes in your life. I offer compassion and expertise dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, anger, mood swings, or simply processing emotional life struggles of any kind. You will find a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore your challenges with a fresh perspective. My style is supportive and flexible, focusing on strengths and the relationship among thoughts, feelings and behaviors to guide healing and change.

Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, M.S., is a pre-licensed counselor. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.

I care about you and want to help! I am a licensed professional counselor and nationally certified counselor who has experience counseling individuals coping with a variety of life challenges. Some of my areas of focus include: Addiction, adolescence, anxiety, depression, geriatrics, infertility, life coaching, life transition, loss and grief, physical disability, self esteem, and trauma.

I strive to relate to each person where they are, without judgment and with kindness. I have a passion for working with individuals who have experienced things in their life they are trying to make sense of. I work from a trauma-informed standpoint and maintain a strengths-based perspective. I am also a sex positive therapist and enjoy helping people with concerns related to sex and/or sexuality. I take pride in my ability to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

Are you looking to find more meaning and purpose in your life? Are you struggling with problems you don't quite understand? Do you want to really live your life instead of just getting by? Are you longing for a stronger connection to others? Would you like to understand and experience your feelings in a way that frees you to become the person you were meant to be? These are questions we can explore together to help you reach your fullest potential.

Feeling stuck is discouraging. Low self-esteem, worry about the future, and wounds from the past can hold us back from the freedom we crave to truly live and become 'unstuck.' Moving into that freedom requires both trust and a commitment to change. Change occurs as trust develops between a client and a compassionate therapist who serves as a guide through a journey of self-discovery and transformation. IHCW is a community is which pain and suffering meet hope and healing.

If you're feeling stuck and frustrated that you can't seem to manage your life the way you would like, it may be time to seek help. Many people struggle and suffer unnecessarily, when all they need is a fresh perspective, a nudge in the right direction, or a new skill or two to help them reach their goals. With a focus on acceptance and empowerment, my goal in working with you will be to help you understand and accept where you are and how you got there, then establish goals for moving toward the life you desire.

I strive daily to take a compassionate approach while working with individuals and families, adolescents, and adults. I have experience collaborating in treatment with individuals with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, and trauma and I work with individuals who are 17 years and older. I believe a significant part of the therapeutic process is building a therapeutic relationship with my client. Being able to practice this healthy relationship in therapy can help to improve other relationships outside of therapy.

I believe that a good therapist doesn't "fix" you, because no one really needs "fixing." My goal is to create a supportive environment to help you express yourself and learn the skills necessary to handle whatever life might throw your way. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or are just going through a rough time, there are a variety of strategies we can use to get you back to enjoying life. In my sessions, I like to utilize cognitive behavioral techniques to help you feel more confident in your ability to handle life's stressors.

I value and appreciate the courage it takes to open up and talk about stress in your life, relationship difficulties, and regrets. It's important to be able to talk to someone who is nonjudgmental. I value the therapeutic relationship and I believe it is important to find a good match between client and therapist.

People can experience dark days at times, where the future feels uncertain, and everyday routines become difficult. Perhaps you feel stuck in what seems like an endless cycle of anxiety or depression, need to experience healing from past hurts or traumas, or are experiencing a painful life transition. Many people have insight into their problems, but struggle to find the ability to get “unstuck.” My desire is to help you find a new path, break down old habits, and discover new tools to cope. I have worked in the field of counseling for over ten years, helping people of various ages and backgrounds.

Are you having difficulty managing life’s challenges such as transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, or attention issues? I understand how scary it can be to take the first step towards change and I am honored to work with you through this. You are the expert on your own life and we will work collaboratively to develop effective strategies to better manage your life. I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with sadness, constant worries, difficulty concentrating, loneliness, relationship difficulties, traumatic experiences, feeling overwhelmed, and/or stress in the family, work, or school environment.

Sometimes life just feels so overwhelming. Sometimes it can feel like there is nothing you can do to change the way you feel. Perhaps life’s circumstances have left you with unresolved emotions of anger, sadness, anxiety, or loneliness. Or perhaps you struggle with self-doubt and desire direction and clarity of purpose. When you leave our time together, I want you to feel heard, understood, equipped, and empowered. My goal is to provide you with a "toolbox" full strategies that can help you manage overwhelming emotions and live your best life.

My counseling practice focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication within families, couples and individuals. My passion is helping clients manage life transitions, loss, anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, addictions, and chronic illness. I approach therapy in a collaborative process, your participation plays an integral role in how therapy progresses. Together, we will establish goals and plans that we feel are attainable and will best meet your needs. I believe individuals and families are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives based on strengths they already possess. Our work together will enhance your existing resources.

I realize it's often uncomfortable to seek help. However, if you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed by various life stressors it may be time to do so. My primary goal in working with you is to ease suffering. Therefore, I use a compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative approach. Together we will create specific therapeutic goals to help you move forward while increasing your resiliency and positive sense of self.

I specialize in helping individuals and couples through a variety of sexual struggles. I work with men looking to address issues like erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and low desire. I’ve also found success in treating women’s common sexual health issues like low desire, sex during and after pregnancy, negative body image, and vaginal pain disorders. I have a wide breadth of experience in helping individuals and couples to move beyond the paralysis and negative thoughts that sexual trauma brings.

The life you are living might not feel like the life you want. Do you feel controlled by your emotions instead of being in control of them? Do you feel like a prisoner of your circumstances? Are you overwhelmed and frustrated but can't find a way out? As soon as you deal with one thing, something else would happen and just bring you down. All this would leave you feeling emotionally, mentally, and spiritually depleted. Sounds familiar?