Therapists in 18914
Welcome! I hope you and I can work together. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and finding the right fit is not always easy! I work in an anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice and prioritize creating a safe and affirming space for you to process and heal.
Welcome! I hope you and I can work together. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and finding the right fit is not always easy! I work in an anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice and prioritize creating a safe and affirming space for you to process and heal.
You’re a mom who gives your best every day but your child is struggling. You don’t know who you are anymore, you definitely feel like this child is not the same child you knew before. Maybe they are acting out or unfocused, maybe they seem really sad, or anxious but regardless of why, they aren’t talking. You feel like the whole family is stuck. You want a sense of normalcy, you want your child to talk to you but nothing is working, and you feel like you have tried everything. You want your child to feel grounded and like themselves. You want more togetherness, more communication, less struggle and to find happiness again.
You’re a mom who gives your best every day but your child is struggling. You don’t know who you are anymore, you definitely feel like this child is not the same child you knew before. Maybe they are acting out or unfocused, maybe they seem really sad, or anxious but regardless of why, they aren’t talking. You feel like the whole family is stuck. You want a sense of normalcy, you want your child to talk to you but nothing is working, and you feel like you have tried everything. You want your child to feel grounded and like themselves. You want more togetherness, more communication, less struggle and to find happiness again.
Soul-crushing sadness and self-doubt are your constant companions. It’s come to the point where you’re emotionally bankrupt. You’ve spent your entire life working harder, performing better, aiming higher, and yet you still feel like a failure. You’re never good enough. The past few years of your life have been spent taking care of everyone else. You’re not even sure you know how to take care of yourself anymore. Painful and hurtful memories from the past keep surfacing in your mind. It takes all your energy to keep them at bay and get through another day. The effort leaves you perpetually exhausted and hopeless. You need some help.
Soul-crushing sadness and self-doubt are your constant companions. It’s come to the point where you’re emotionally bankrupt. You’ve spent your entire life working harder, performing better, aiming higher, and yet you still feel like a failure. You’re never good enough. The past few years of your life have been spent taking care of everyone else. You’re not even sure you know how to take care of yourself anymore. Painful and hurtful memories from the past keep surfacing in your mind. It takes all your energy to keep them at bay and get through another day. The effort leaves you perpetually exhausted and hopeless. You need some help.
My training, my experience, and my teaching and supervising have helped me to appreciate and apprehend the many and complex ways in which early experience becomes internalized and structured in one's internal world, and consequently becomes manifested and repeated in the external world of one's life and relationships. It is my goal to provide psychoanalytically-oriented psychotherapy of sufficient depth, duration and thoughtfulness to facilitate the mastery of emotional problems, the restoration and enhancement of self-esteem, and the fostering of emotional resilience, creativity and self-discovery.
My training, my experience, and my teaching and supervising have helped me to appreciate and apprehend the many and complex ways in which early experience becomes internalized and structured in one's internal world, and consequently becomes manifested and repeated in the external world of one's life and relationships. It is my goal to provide psychoanalytically-oriented psychotherapy of sufficient depth, duration and thoughtfulness to facilitate the mastery of emotional problems, the restoration and enhancement of self-esteem, and the fostering of emotional resilience, creativity and self-discovery.
Alison is a licensed marriage and family therapist who treats individuals, couples and families. She has extensive experience working with individuals with relational problems, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, separation/launching difficulties, eating issues and self-harming behaviors. Alison worked at The Renfrew Center for several years treating adolescent and adult females diagnosed with anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating. Alison earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Temple University. Her graduate training was completed at MCP Hahnemann University where she earned her Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Alison is a licensed marriage and family therapist who treats individuals, couples and families. She has extensive experience working with individuals with relational problems, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, separation/launching difficulties, eating issues and self-harming behaviors. Alison worked at The Renfrew Center for several years treating adolescent and adult females diagnosed with anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating. Alison earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Temple University. Her graduate training was completed at MCP Hahnemann University where she earned her Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
In my practice, I support my clients' emotional growth in a safe and nurturing environment through an eclectic, solution-focused approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, evaluating healthy lifestyle choices, and awareness of the mind-body connection. Most importantly, I recognize the importance of positive therapeutic alliance and evidence-based practices in support of my clients' unique personal and interpersonal growth. I have worked in the field of mental health for 18+ years.
In my practice, I support my clients' emotional growth in a safe and nurturing environment through an eclectic, solution-focused approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, evaluating healthy lifestyle choices, and awareness of the mind-body connection. Most importantly, I recognize the importance of positive therapeutic alliance and evidence-based practices in support of my clients' unique personal and interpersonal growth. I have worked in the field of mental health for 18+ years.
Melissa provides individual therapy with the goal of assisting her clients in making beneficial and gainful improvements in their lives. With an unbiased, empathetic, and genuine approach, Melissa will work with clients to identify and achieve their desired therapeutic goals starting from the first session. She primarily utilizes components of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused, and person-centered therapy, with an emphasis on building upon an individual's strengths. Melissa is also certified in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) which can be effective in the treatment of OCD and anxiety.
Melissa provides individual therapy with the goal of assisting her clients in making beneficial and gainful improvements in their lives. With an unbiased, empathetic, and genuine approach, Melissa will work with clients to identify and achieve their desired therapeutic goals starting from the first session. She primarily utilizes components of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused, and person-centered therapy, with an emphasis on building upon an individual's strengths. Melissa is also certified in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) which can be effective in the treatment of OCD and anxiety.
Sadness, anger and anxiety are universal experiences; it's when we can't move through them that they begin to define our lives. Getting stuck in a cycle of negative thought and feeling keeps us from reaching our potential. It doesn’t have to feel "strange" sitting down and talking to someone about your life, your feelings and your problems. This Must Be The Place (A Life Counseling Experience) is a private therapy practice, built in the spirit of offering a casual, comfortable, non-clinical setting for people to develop a resource in gaining perspective on their lives, moods and relationships.
Sadness, anger and anxiety are universal experiences; it's when we can't move through them that they begin to define our lives. Getting stuck in a cycle of negative thought and feeling keeps us from reaching our potential. It doesn’t have to feel "strange" sitting down and talking to someone about your life, your feelings and your problems. This Must Be The Place (A Life Counseling Experience) is a private therapy practice, built in the spirit of offering a casual, comfortable, non-clinical setting for people to develop a resource in gaining perspective on their lives, moods and relationships.
Entering therapy is an act of self care that takes courage. It is an opportunity to take pause and honor who we are and how we got here. My approach is to encourage clients to dig deep into what it means to be happy, content, and fulfilled. This process is as much about the questions as it is the answers. I work collaboratively with clients to better understand themselves and their relationships, build insight and distress tolerance, and to develop a "toolbox" to better communicate and relate with their loved ones. Combined, this results in a refined awareness of self and a deeper permission to feel, change, and grow.
Entering therapy is an act of self care that takes courage. It is an opportunity to take pause and honor who we are and how we got here. My approach is to encourage clients to dig deep into what it means to be happy, content, and fulfilled. This process is as much about the questions as it is the answers. I work collaboratively with clients to better understand themselves and their relationships, build insight and distress tolerance, and to develop a "toolbox" to better communicate and relate with their loved ones. Combined, this results in a refined awareness of self and a deeper permission to feel, change, and grow.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, struggling with internal thoughts and judgments or stuck in your anxiety, depression or relationship patterns, these challenges are often difficult to navigate on your own. I follow a solution focused and cognitive-behavioral orientation to therapy, which focuses on how thoughts affect the way people feel and act. My approach is supportive, non-judgmental, collaborative, and strengths-focused, yet tailored to each client. I strive to provide a safe, warm, and insightful environment in order to help individuals work through their stressors.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, struggling with internal thoughts and judgments or stuck in your anxiety, depression or relationship patterns, these challenges are often difficult to navigate on your own. I follow a solution focused and cognitive-behavioral orientation to therapy, which focuses on how thoughts affect the way people feel and act. My approach is supportive, non-judgmental, collaborative, and strengths-focused, yet tailored to each client. I strive to provide a safe, warm, and insightful environment in order to help individuals work through their stressors.
As a relational, solutions-oriented, and affirmative therapist, I view therapy as a collaborative partnership that supports clients on their journey toward self-understanding, growth, and acceptance. I believe therapy is a space to gently explore who we are at our core and to uncover the barriers that prevent us from living as our most authentic selves. My style is grounded in warmth, compassion, and consistent support, creating a safe environment where clients can move at their own pace.
As a relational, solutions-oriented, and affirmative therapist, I view therapy as a collaborative partnership that supports clients on their journey toward self-understanding, growth, and acceptance. I believe therapy is a space to gently explore who we are at our core and to uncover the barriers that prevent us from living as our most authentic selves. My style is grounded in warmth, compassion, and consistent support, creating a safe environment where clients can move at their own pace.
Finding a therapist that is a good fit can be tricky. You deserve a therapist that makes you feel like you can be yourself and open up. My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, confidential, and supportive environment for you. I treat every single one of my clients with dignity, striving to make sure you feel respected and heard. I view all of my clients as individuals, I don't use any cookie cutter method. While others may go through similar events, your experience is unique. I want to forget what worked for your mom, brother, sister, friend, and neighbor. I want to find what works for you.
Finding a therapist that is a good fit can be tricky. You deserve a therapist that makes you feel like you can be yourself and open up. My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, confidential, and supportive environment for you. I treat every single one of my clients with dignity, striving to make sure you feel respected and heard. I view all of my clients as individuals, I don't use any cookie cutter method. While others may go through similar events, your experience is unique. I want to forget what worked for your mom, brother, sister, friend, and neighbor. I want to find what works for you.
I am a licensed psychologist in Doylestown, PA who creates a warm, compassionate and supportive space where you are empowered to move in new directions. As a strengths oriented psychologist who focuses on human resiliency, I work with you to overcome obstacles and develop proactive strategies to reach your goals. Change is possible.
I am a licensed psychologist in Doylestown, PA who creates a warm, compassionate and supportive space where you are empowered to move in new directions. As a strengths oriented psychologist who focuses on human resiliency, I work with you to overcome obstacles and develop proactive strategies to reach your goals. Change is possible.
Continually feeling sad, anxious, or hopeless can make you feel like this cycle in your life will never end. Feeling stuck, numb, or helpless can feel downright frustrating some days. Racing thoughts and negative thoughts seem to take up space in your head that just won't turn off - "I'm not good enough." "Is this person judging me right now?" "Everyone is looking at me." "I screwed up again." Whether you have worry and racing thoughts from anxiety, or you are neurodivergent and finding your way in a neurotypical world, I can help. I specialize in individuals with anxiety and adult ADHD.
Continually feeling sad, anxious, or hopeless can make you feel like this cycle in your life will never end. Feeling stuck, numb, or helpless can feel downright frustrating some days. Racing thoughts and negative thoughts seem to take up space in your head that just won't turn off - "I'm not good enough." "Is this person judging me right now?" "Everyone is looking at me." "I screwed up again." Whether you have worry and racing thoughts from anxiety, or you are neurodivergent and finding your way in a neurotypical world, I can help. I specialize in individuals with anxiety and adult ADHD.
Do you find that you are often feeling sad, angry, or anxious? Is this a particularly challenging time in your life, with more stress than you feel that you can manage? How about the important relationships in your life, are they characterized by trust, warmth, support and clear communication? -- You do not have to handle all of life's challenges alone. Therapy can provide support, resources, and insight.
Do you find that you are often feeling sad, angry, or anxious? Is this a particularly challenging time in your life, with more stress than you feel that you can manage? How about the important relationships in your life, are they characterized by trust, warmth, support and clear communication? -- You do not have to handle all of life's challenges alone. Therapy can provide support, resources, and insight.
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I have been a therapist for over 15 years. My primary focus has been adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions. My philosophy is that therapy should be a safe place where one can focus on self exploration, reflection and growth in a supportive space.
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I have been a therapist for over 15 years. My primary focus has been adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions. My philosophy is that therapy should be a safe place where one can focus on self exploration, reflection and growth in a supportive space.
Hi, I'm Dr. Joanne. I work with children, teens, adults, and families throughout the Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. With children, I take a collaborative approach using play therapy, behavioral strategies, and coping tools to help them thrive. For teens and adults, I offer a calm, grounded environment to explore emotions, overcome challenges, and build healthier patterns. Family work is also a key part of my practice. I offer parent/family sessions to support your family's well-being.
Hi, I'm Dr. Joanne. I work with children, teens, adults, and families throughout the Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. With children, I take a collaborative approach using play therapy, behavioral strategies, and coping tools to help them thrive. For teens and adults, I offer a calm, grounded environment to explore emotions, overcome challenges, and build healthier patterns. Family work is also a key part of my practice. I offer parent/family sessions to support your family's well-being.
Making the choice to seek help takes strength and courage. Once we identify goals, we will build on your personal strengths to work through challenges and conflicts toward healing, recovery, and stability. The clients I have worked with in the past have experienced a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, family dynamics, communication issues, trauma, and emotional dysregulation.
Making the choice to seek help takes strength and courage. Once we identify goals, we will build on your personal strengths to work through challenges and conflicts toward healing, recovery, and stability. The clients I have worked with in the past have experienced a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, family dynamics, communication issues, trauma, and emotional dysregulation.
It is truly a privilege to be invited into the lives of others during a therapy session. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my philosophy of psychological treatment is based upon an empathic and compassionate therapeutic rapport which I consider the primary vehicle to interpersonal understanding, change and healing. I utilize a multi-modal approach grounded in psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral technique.
It is truly a privilege to be invited into the lives of others during a therapy session. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my philosophy of psychological treatment is based upon an empathic and compassionate therapeutic rapport which I consider the primary vehicle to interpersonal understanding, change and healing. I utilize a multi-modal approach grounded in psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral technique.
Do you imagine a life where you can be the best you? Do you want a life where you feel good about yourself, are engaged in work/activities you are passionate about, are empowered to make decisions in your best interest, and have healthy, fulfilling relationships? If so, let me help you create this life for yourself.
Do you imagine a life where you can be the best you? Do you want a life where you feel good about yourself, are engaged in work/activities you are passionate about, are empowered to make decisions in your best interest, and have healthy, fulfilling relationships? If so, let me help you create this life for yourself.
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Number of Therapists in 18914
60+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 18914 who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 78% | Coping Skills |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Stress |
| 58% | Peer Relationships |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 69% | Aetna |
| 59% | Highmark |
| 50% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 18914 see their clients
| 81% | In Person and Online | |
| 19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 70% | Female | |
| 27% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |