Therapists in 18018

Hello! I'm looking forward to meeting you. I am a therapist specializing in working with sexuality topics. Maybe you are looking for a therapist for a sexuality concern. Maybe you just want to see someone who "gets it" and will be affirming of everything that makes you uniquely you. Whatever the reason, I am excited to accompany you on this wellness journey you're taking! I bring great enthusiasm to my therapy and I am looking forward to helping you achieve your life's passions.

I have worked with individuals and couples for over 40 years. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, marital and relationship issues, and sexual dysfunction. I utilize well-respected and researched interventions from the field of cognitive behavioral therapy and marriage and relationship counseling. When seeking a therapist, one must not only consider the competence and experience of the prospective therapist, but also one's comfort level and ease of rapport with the therapist.I view any individual or couple's entrance into therapy as an expression of courage and hope.

Children are a precious aspect of many people's lives. Despite having loving, caring families, even children need a trusting, caring adult with whom they can share their thoughts, feelings, and emotions. My career pursuit and passion in life has always been to help others, particularly children. As a therapist, my role is to assist children and their families in using their inner resources and strengths to help them understand their full potentials. By understanding how thoughts, feelings, and actions are interrelated and by building their coping skills, children can improve their relationships with others, behaviors at home and at school, and overall resilience.

If you've been struggling with anxiety, depression, grief or trauma, I can help. It's easy to become isolated and discouraged when facing these issues, but there is a way out. Most of the people I have worked with see improvements in their relationships, life goals, confidence and just feeling more at peace. I believe strongly in a collaborative therapeutic partnership and have the knowledge and experience to see you through the hard times to develop better coping strategies. I enjoy working with people of all ages and walks of life.

Are you feeling lost? Do you feel as though you don't know what direction your life is taking you? Are you having trouble adjusting to change? Whatever may be going on in your life, I am here to work through those various issues with you. Together, we will re-direct your thinking towards a happier and brighter future. No matter the circumstance, it's never too late to change, and I am willing to help you make that first step.

I specialize in the psycho-educational assessment of children and adolescents, and the diagnosis and educational intervention of learning disabilities, cognitive and memory impairments, information processing weakness, autistic spectrum disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, emotional disturbance, AD/HD, and impairments in executive functioning.

I value making therapy a safe and comfortable experience for my clients. Therefore I take a collaborative approach to treatment: I believe the best outcomes in therapy happen when both the client and therapist work together. It may be that therapy is new to you, or you have had a bad experience before; but I will work with you to ensure that we are addressing your needs and meeting your goals. The process of therapy is different for everyone and treatment should be viewed in the same way.

We all experience struggles and challenges as we move through life. I honor the incredible courage it takes to seek help and take this step towards improving your life. Are you experiencing difficulty in your relationships, feeling stuck, struggling to cope with loss or feeling alone? You can create change. You don't have to remain anxious, depressed, confused or paralyzed in relationships or life. I believe deeply in the profoundly transformative and enduring nature of psychotherapy. When we're feeling stagnant, overwhelmed or alone in our suffering, therapy can help us to untangle our emotions, clarify our struggles, and better understand ourselves and others.

I have been in mental health practice for 14 years, specializing in working with families and individuals in order to develop healthier, more adaptive means of coping with stressors. I use a systemic approach to guide treatment, with an understanding that all individuals are best understood within the various contexts in which they have grown up and live currently. I am trained in Structural Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care (EMDR, TF-CBT, and Trauma Art Narrative Therapy), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, among other techniques and interventions.

Have you been struggling with addiction, codependency, trauma, anxiety or anger problems? Are you looking for effective strategies to help you overcome these problems and get your life back on track? Using evidence-based techniques can help you identify the barriers to living the life you want and learn the skills to achieve the goals that are important to you. I am passionate about empowering clients to make useful changes in their lives. I provide a path to those changes through various therapeutic techniques, such as DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy).

Each person has a unique story to share. But too often, we burry our feelings and thoughts--our true stories--in order to survive in the world. We may feel anxious, depressed, confused, or angry about what is happening in our lives. Maybe that's where you are right now: feeling like what you are doing is just not working and desperate to gain some understanding and sense of control.

I believe that counseling is so much more than talking about your problems. It is truly a collaboration between the counselor and client. Together we create goals. Together we identify potential solutions. My personal mission is to build a safe, trusting and non-judgmental environment in which you are confident that the focus is you. When you enter into my space, be prepared to enter into an inviting educational environment where you can learn new skills to help you reach your fullest potential. I will not take for granted the power of listening. You deserve to share your story and to be heard.

Want emotional, psychological and spiritual change? I can help. I am passionate about working with people who want to understand and change the repetitive patterns that keep them stuck. I help people look at adult relationship patterns and connect them to issues stemming from their families of origin. Together, we will develop a plan for living an authentic life, freedom from bondage of self, with integrity and inner peace. I would be honored to be a part of your soul healing journey. I offer hope.

I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years. I partner with clients to assess their own strengths and help them find different ways to address their issues and challenges. I greatly respect individual differences and seek to provide a non-judgmental, caring and empowering environment for clients to grow and change. I work with issues of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and spirituality. We all become stuck at different times in our lives. I will walk alongside you and help you find your own personal resources and other needed resources to heal, grow and change.

Sometimes we get stuck and are unable to move forward. Whether it is a relationship, a job, or personal growth, you aren't getting the results you had hoped for despite your best efforts. My clients complain that they feel disconnected, have trouble concentrating, have difficulty completing tasks, and even simple choices can become paralyzing. Some report difficulty sleeping and that physical aches and pains have started to take their toll on their bodies. These unwanted symptoms and negative thoughts can derail you from the roadmap of where you think you should be. My job is to help you regain your trajectory.

Are you or a child in your life struggling with depression, self-injurious behavior, anxiety, ADHD or major life changes? These challenges can be difficult to face on your own. Getting help can make the difference in learning the skills you need to accomplish the goals that are important to you and get what you want out of life. If you're feeling "stuck" and mental health problems are stopping you from living the life you want, I can help you find a pathway forward.

Crosspoint Christian Services & The Vine Christian Ministry wants to reach hurting people in broken relationships, or families in crisis with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bringing the Hope and Peace that only Jesus can bring. Our Christian Counseling Services comes directly to you, to meet you where you are in life's journey. We have 2 convenient offices located at Crosspoint Wesleyan Church Administration Building at 1414 Pennsylvania Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018, or The Vine Christian Ministry office at 6235 Hamilton Blvd., Suite 101, Allentown, PA 18106. Call or email to schedule an initial consultation.

You don't have to struggle in silence. Are you looking for relief from PTSD, depression, anxiety, hypervigilance, flashbacks, emotional reactivity, negative self-worth? Or are you looking to take your performance to the next level? I can help you. I specialize in working with adults, teenagers, and children with PTSD, complex trauma, depression, and anxiety disorders, as well as helping athletes and performers reach their peak ability. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing a trauma informed, strength-based approach to individuals, helping them create the healing, growth, and change they desire.

Do you imagine yourself living a more effective life? Does it feel that no matter how hard you try you keep getting stuck in the same patterns and routine? Are you struggling with overcoming a traumatic event or feeling sad all the time? Is anxiety or substance abuse getting in the way of your life? Have you tried to solve these problems on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here.

* NOTE: I am expanding the practice and have staff who can see clients for self-pay now as we await licensing and credentialing with insurances.* Experiencing trauma (little and big T traumas) seems to be a part of everyone's life at some point. In my 20 years experience, I see that trauma and chronic stress often lead to, or exacerbate, feelings of depression, anxiety or being "stuck." Being specialty-trained, open-minded and client-needs driven, I am able to adeptly challenge clients while also re-building their hope and sense of worthiness so that they may feel good and safe while moving past their comfort zones.