Emotionally Focused Therapists in 19014
Paul Basenfelder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMDP
Verified Verified
Aston, PA 19014 (Online Only)
I love being a therapist, and I have several beliefs about therapy that embody my therapeutic philosophy. First, I believe that the therapist-client relationship is sacred, and that only meaningful therapeutic work can occur through a strong alliance built on trust and free of shame and judgment. Secondly, I believe that therapy is a portal to healing wounds that loneliness and isolation worsen. Thirdly, I believe it is important to support and guide clients in living lives that are true to their own values and reflective of their authentic selves.
I love being a therapist, and I have several beliefs about therapy that embody my therapeutic philosophy. First, I believe that the therapist-client relationship is sacred, and that only meaningful therapeutic work can occur through a strong alliance built on trust and free of shame and judgment. Secondly, I believe that therapy is a portal to healing wounds that loneliness and isolation worsen. Thirdly, I believe it is important to support and guide clients in living lives that are true to their own values and reflective of their authentic selves.
Carla Runnels
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Aston, PA 19014
Our stories often include twists and turns that keep us from moving forward. That may be due to turbulent relationships, use of substances or a loved one struggling with substance use, bouts of depression or anxiety that impacts quality of life, a loved one passing away or our own thinking patterns that influence our behaviors. My role in working with you is assisting you with moving forward, finding solutions or courses of action, and building your toolbox so that you can cope more productively.
Our stories often include twists and turns that keep us from moving forward. That may be due to turbulent relationships, use of substances or a loved one struggling with substance use, bouts of depression or anxiety that impacts quality of life, a loved one passing away or our own thinking patterns that influence our behaviors. My role in working with you is assisting you with moving forward, finding solutions or courses of action, and building your toolbox so that you can cope more productively.
Deep Healing Retreat & Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Aston, PA 19014
Take your first step to freeing your inner self! Imagine your life full of happiness, joy, peace, and acceptance. Whatever your mental health concerns are, we will be there to support you by providing psychoeducation and tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, create healing moments, and much more. Begin your journey to a brighter future. Schedule an appointment today!
Take your first step to freeing your inner self! Imagine your life full of happiness, joy, peace, and acceptance. Whatever your mental health concerns are, we will be there to support you by providing psychoeducation and tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, create healing moments, and much more. Begin your journey to a brighter future. Schedule an appointment today!
Michelle Taylor Gizzio
Counselor, LPCMH, MA
Verified Verified
Aston, PA 19014
Michelle is a skilled facilitator in her work with dysfunctional family dynamics. She supports individuals, couples, children, and adolescents facing struggles that hinder them from long-lasting healing. Her approach is holistic. She examines the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual well-being of each individual. Her integrated treatment features reliable scientific theory coupled with sound theology.
Michelle is a skilled facilitator in her work with dysfunctional family dynamics. She supports individuals, couples, children, and adolescents facing struggles that hinder them from long-lasting healing. Her approach is holistic. She examines the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual well-being of each individual. Her integrated treatment features reliable scientific theory coupled with sound theology.
Rachael Itescu
Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Aston, PA 19014
My work is a privilege. I work with clients regarding a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, relationships, and work-life balance. By developing an atmosphere of genuine acceptance and collaboration, clients and I work toward their particular goals - whether that is feeling better or living richer, more meaningful lives.
My work is a privilege. I work with clients regarding a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, relationships, and work-life balance. By developing an atmosphere of genuine acceptance and collaboration, clients and I work toward their particular goals - whether that is feeling better or living richer, more meaningful lives.
Sarah Robins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aston, PA 19014
Not accepting new clients
Life can be extremely challenging at times. Sometimes it feels as if no one could possibly understand the distress, chaos, and emotional pain that we carry with us. Whether you are struggling to better understand and cope with your child's unique emotional difficulties, are looking to strengthen family relationships or wanting to develop new insights and coping strategies, I am here to help. As a therapist, it is my goal and commitment to support children, adolescents, young adults, and families in discovering their full potential for awareness, growth, and compassion.
Life can be extremely challenging at times. Sometimes it feels as if no one could possibly understand the distress, chaos, and emotional pain that we carry with us. Whether you are struggling to better understand and cope with your child's unique emotional difficulties, are looking to strengthen family relationships or wanting to develop new insights and coping strategies, I am here to help. As a therapist, it is my goal and commitment to support children, adolescents, young adults, and families in discovering their full potential for awareness, growth, and compassion.
Ilyssa Boseski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Aston, PA 19014
Not accepting new clients
As a trauma certified Clinical Social Worker (Psychotherapist), Educator, and Sex Therapist, I provide individual therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy for adults. My areas of specialization include Military & Veteran populations, Mental Health Providers, First Responders, Parasomnias, Sexual Dysfunction, PTSD/Trauma, and LGBTQIA/Kink/Poly populations.
As a trauma certified Clinical Social Worker (Psychotherapist), Educator, and Sex Therapist, I provide individual therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy for adults. My areas of specialization include Military & Veteran populations, Mental Health Providers, First Responders, Parasomnias, Sexual Dysfunction, PTSD/Trauma, and LGBTQIA/Kink/Poly populations.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.