Adoption Therapists in Boalsburg, PA

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Garth Jackson Gillan
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Boalsburg, PA 16827  (Online Only)
My practice is devoted to treating the full range of emotional and psychological problems that an individual may be experiencing from a psychoanalytic perspective. My goal is to enable clients to experience themselves in a creative way having shed the burden of maladaptive ways of relating to self and others and free of defensive emotional patterns. The way to do so, I am convinced, is to explore the past, present and future to clues to what enslaves, what is currently painful and what freedom as a gift of self promises.
My practice is devoted to treating the full range of emotional and psychological problems that an individual may be experiencing from a psychoanalytic perspective. My goal is to enable clients to experience themselves in a creative way having shed the burden of maladaptive ways of relating to self and others and free of defensive emotional patterns. The way to do so, I am convinced, is to explore the past, present and future to clues to what enslaves, what is currently painful and what freedom as a gift of self promises.
(814) 880-2437 View (814) 880-2437
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Lori Wieder
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, NCC, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
Boalsburg, PA 16827
Are you struggling with the crush of anxiety and overwhelm? Feeling stuck or directionless? Navigating the tides of loss or a big life change? Craving more peace and ease? I get it. In these challenging times it’s easy to become disconnected from our authentic selves—from purpose, from contentment & joy. Instead, anxiety and stress become constant companions, overpowering everything else. I’m here to support you, and to help you find your way back home to yourself. Together we can explore the big questions of purpose and connection along with practical strategies for current challenges & finding more ease and contentment every day.
Are you struggling with the crush of anxiety and overwhelm? Feeling stuck or directionless? Navigating the tides of loss or a big life change? Craving more peace and ease? I get it. In these challenging times it’s easy to become disconnected from our authentic selves—from purpose, from contentment & joy. Instead, anxiety and stress become constant companions, overpowering everything else. I’m here to support you, and to help you find your way back home to yourself. Together we can explore the big questions of purpose and connection along with practical strategies for current challenges & finding more ease and contentment every day.
(814) 929-2606 View (814) 929-2606

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Ainsley Rager
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
How can I help? My role is to create a safe and affirming space for you to reconnect with emotions and give voice to the hard stuff. While at the same time raising awareness of your inner strengths and illuminating and transforming unhealthy patterns, helping you heal, get unstuck, and make desired changes to transform yourself and others.
How can I help? My role is to create a safe and affirming space for you to reconnect with emotions and give voice to the hard stuff. While at the same time raising awareness of your inner strengths and illuminating and transforming unhealthy patterns, helping you heal, get unstuck, and make desired changes to transform yourself and others.
(814) 568-5866 View (814) 568-5866
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Forward Path Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
As we journey through life, there are times our travel becomes weary. We may feel lost, plagued by doubt, or burdened by uncertainty. Yet we are strong, resilient, and determined. We simply need a guide to help us discover the path forward. That is where Forward Path Counseling can help.
As we journey through life, there are times our travel becomes weary. We may feel lost, plagued by doubt, or burdened by uncertainty. Yet we are strong, resilient, and determined. We simply need a guide to help us discover the path forward. That is where Forward Path Counseling can help.
(814) 531-5659 View (814) 531-5659
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Cornerstone Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
Your full-service psychotherapy practice offering counseling, psychiatry, psychological testing and nutritional services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our goal is to partner with you in “building the foundation for healthy living,” through providing quality, comprehensive care. Our practice is designed to make quality mental health care as accessible and stress-free as possible. We will streamline care from aligning you with the appropriate therapist to meet your individual needs.
Your full-service psychotherapy practice offering counseling, psychiatry, psychological testing and nutritional services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our goal is to partner with you in “building the foundation for healthy living,” through providing quality, comprehensive care. Our practice is designed to make quality mental health care as accessible and stress-free as possible. We will streamline care from aligning you with the appropriate therapist to meet your individual needs.
(610) 616-5935 View (610) 616-5935
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Emily Askin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16803
As a licensed psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist, I have over 22 years of experience working as a therapist, evaluator, and consultant. My work with Hope and Healing involves providing support to individuals aged 16 and up who are experiencing a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, loneliness, and major life transitions. With a firm grounding in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I believe that effective therapy is only possible through the establishment of a mutually respectful, honest, and nonjudgmental therapeutic partnership.
As a licensed psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist, I have over 22 years of experience working as a therapist, evaluator, and consultant. My work with Hope and Healing involves providing support to individuals aged 16 and up who are experiencing a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, loneliness, and major life transitions. With a firm grounding in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I believe that effective therapy is only possible through the establishment of a mutually respectful, honest, and nonjudgmental therapeutic partnership.
(814) 501-5418 View (814) 501-5418
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Kathryn Pohland
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Port Matilda, PA 16870  (Online Only)
I provide therapy across the lifespan in individual, family and couples therapy. I work with clients struggling to manage Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Grief and Loss, ADHD and coping witI also work with college students struggling with the transition to college, rigors of academics and overall stress, depression and anxiety. I offer parenting sessions for parents struggling with a child dealing with ADHD, emotional and behavioral difficulties. You don't have to be in a "psychological crisis" to seek therapy.
I provide therapy across the lifespan in individual, family and couples therapy. I work with clients struggling to manage Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Grief and Loss, ADHD and coping witI also work with college students struggling with the transition to college, rigors of academics and overall stress, depression and anxiety. I offer parenting sessions for parents struggling with a child dealing with ADHD, emotional and behavioral difficulties. You don't have to be in a "psychological crisis" to seek therapy.
(814) 501-4294 View (814) 501-4294
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Dr. Shannon Coleman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
Dr. Shannon Coleman is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides virtual psychotherapy to adults and couples. Dr. Coleman received her undergraduate degree from Brown University and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Binghamton University (SUNY). With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Coleman specializes in evidence-based treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, OCD), depression, anger, relationship conflict, and coping with life stressors.
Dr. Shannon Coleman is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides virtual psychotherapy to adults and couples. Dr. Coleman received her undergraduate degree from Brown University and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Binghamton University (SUNY). With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Coleman specializes in evidence-based treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, OCD), depression, anger, relationship conflict, and coping with life stressors.
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Avellar Warden Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Our skilled doctoral-level therapists offer personalized and comprehensive psychological care. Together, we help with most mood, behavioral, relational, and life transition issues. You will receive an assessment of your psychological health and a personalized plan to fit your unique needs, goals, and life situation. Most importantly, you will develop insights and strategies to take therapy “on the go.”
Our skilled doctoral-level therapists offer personalized and comprehensive psychological care. Together, we help with most mood, behavioral, relational, and life transition issues. You will receive an assessment of your psychological health and a personalized plan to fit your unique needs, goals, and life situation. Most importantly, you will develop insights and strategies to take therapy “on the go.”
(412) 850-2156 View (412) 850-2156
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Joel Harris
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients as of 4/21/24! I help adults work toward the specific mental health goals they set for themselves, focusing on subjective experiences of the world, and building on individual strengths to develop new skills. I have extensive experience working with graduate students and professionals coping with stress, as well as occupational transitions. I particularly enjoy helping clients to understand their skills and growth edges, such that they can embrace new job roles, promotions, and advocate for appropriate compensation on their behalf.
Accepting new clients as of 4/21/24! I help adults work toward the specific mental health goals they set for themselves, focusing on subjective experiences of the world, and building on individual strengths to develop new skills. I have extensive experience working with graduate students and professionals coping with stress, as well as occupational transitions. I particularly enjoy helping clients to understand their skills and growth edges, such that they can embrace new job roles, promotions, and advocate for appropriate compensation on their behalf.
(910) 398-0188 View (910) 398-0188
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Olivia Martin-Call
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LBS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16802  (Online Only)
Life feels impossibly hard. Maybe you’ve felt this way since you were a kid, or maybe something changed. You wonder if you’ll ever start enjoying life again. This may feel like physical symptoms: fatigue, headaches, stomachaches, or it may be internal with racing thoughts, anxiety and constant worry. You know something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start. You wonder if it’s all in your head.
Life feels impossibly hard. Maybe you’ve felt this way since you were a kid, or maybe something changed. You wonder if you’ll ever start enjoying life again. This may feel like physical symptoms: fatigue, headaches, stomachaches, or it may be internal with racing thoughts, anxiety and constant worry. You know something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start. You wonder if it’s all in your head.
(724) 604-5521 View (724) 604-5521
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State College Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
When people are experiencing stress, unhappiness, and conflict they often feel like there is no hope. I help individuals work on identifying and processing, triggers, coping with their pain, and moving forward to reach their life goals. I help children, adults, and families focus on their strengths to be able to live their best lives. Individuals may need a variety of ways to achieve this.
When people are experiencing stress, unhappiness, and conflict they often feel like there is no hope. I help individuals work on identifying and processing, triggers, coping with their pain, and moving forward to reach their life goals. I help children, adults, and families focus on their strengths to be able to live their best lives. Individuals may need a variety of ways to achieve this.
(814) 569-6382 View (814) 569-6382
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Elaine Rodino
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
I see psychotherapy as a psycho-educational experience where you learn about yourself. This counseling process of self-exploration leads to understanding self-defeating thinking and behaviors that may keep you from actualizing potential for successful relationships, success in business and career and from having a really happy life. During the years since I have been a licensed psychologist, I have had the privilege of helping many individuals and couples to achieve a happier, emotionally healthier, and financially successful life. My patients describe me as being a no nonsense person, while at the same time being warm and comfortable.
I see psychotherapy as a psycho-educational experience where you learn about yourself. This counseling process of self-exploration leads to understanding self-defeating thinking and behaviors that may keep you from actualizing potential for successful relationships, success in business and career and from having a really happy life. During the years since I have been a licensed psychologist, I have had the privilege of helping many individuals and couples to achieve a happier, emotionally healthier, and financially successful life. My patients describe me as being a no nonsense person, while at the same time being warm and comfortable.
(814) 238-2170 View (814) 238-2170
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A Journey To You LLC Professional Counseling Svcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Do you want to simply "survive" in life, or do you want to "thrive" in life? Unfortunately many of us are simply surviving. My name is Bethanne Fetzer. With over two decades in the field of human services I, along with my dedicated staff have created a space coupled with highly effective treatment approaches to help you to live again! We offer services to those who need to heal from: depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, sex and gender issues, trauma, abuse, and grief and loss. When we rid our lives of these "toxins", we make room to begin a life journey that we never thought was possible!
Do you want to simply "survive" in life, or do you want to "thrive" in life? Unfortunately many of us are simply surviving. My name is Bethanne Fetzer. With over two decades in the field of human services I, along with my dedicated staff have created a space coupled with highly effective treatment approaches to help you to live again! We offer services to those who need to heal from: depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, sex and gender issues, trauma, abuse, and grief and loss. When we rid our lives of these "toxins", we make room to begin a life journey that we never thought was possible!
(814) 476-8470 x1 View (814) 476-8470 x1
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Melinda Holland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
We all have experiences that shape us into who we are as a person, how we feel, what we think, etc. Often times these experiences can leave us with questions, doubt, and a desire to further explore ourselves and find answers to live a more fulfilling life. As your Therapist, my goal is to meet you where you are and support you in a way that allows you to explore these challenging thoughts and experiences in a safe and effective way. Together, we can identify your strengths and use this as a guide to your treatment success.
We all have experiences that shape us into who we are as a person, how we feel, what we think, etc. Often times these experiences can leave us with questions, doubt, and a desire to further explore ourselves and find answers to live a more fulfilling life. As your Therapist, my goal is to meet you where you are and support you in a way that allows you to explore these challenging thoughts and experiences in a safe and effective way. Together, we can identify your strengths and use this as a guide to your treatment success.
(814) 914-8037 View (814) 914-8037
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Lindsay Repko
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801  (Online Only)
Your experience is worthy of exploration and I believe that we all benefit from a protected space to journey through our history, needs, thoughts, and wishes around who we've been and who we want to be. I'm also familiar with the many ways that we can feel prohibited from giving ourselves such a space.
Your experience is worthy of exploration and I believe that we all benefit from a protected space to journey through our history, needs, thoughts, and wishes around who we've been and who we want to be. I'm also familiar with the many ways that we can feel prohibited from giving ourselves such a space.
(415) 630-6296 View (415) 630-6296
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Being Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
For some of us, our ability to maintain a loving, empowered relationship with ourselves can be more challenging due to circumstance, our mental health (or lack thereof), and events that may have happened to us. Perhaps this shows up as struggling to show up for ourselves in ways we do for others. For many, when we feel like our potential is different than our reality, we may turn against ourselves.
For some of us, our ability to maintain a loving, empowered relationship with ourselves can be more challenging due to circumstance, our mental health (or lack thereof), and events that may have happened to us. Perhaps this shows up as struggling to show up for ourselves in ways we do for others. For many, when we feel like our potential is different than our reality, we may turn against ourselves.
(814) 501-4547 x20 View (814) 501-4547 x20
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Mara Holsinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16803  (Online Only)
I believe you are not defined by your past. You are defined by how you rise after falling. The bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a licensed Social Worker, I specialize in Adolescent and adult trauma and offer a holistic therapeutic approach to help you unlock your full potential and elevate your quality of life. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to develop personal insights and skills to better navigate the challenges in your life.
I believe you are not defined by your past. You are defined by how you rise after falling. The bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a licensed Social Worker, I specialize in Adolescent and adult trauma and offer a holistic therapeutic approach to help you unlock your full potential and elevate your quality of life. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to develop personal insights and skills to better navigate the challenges in your life.
(814) 259-8976 View (814) 259-8976
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Alycia Campbell
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16802  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. Do you or your child struggle with stress and anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed, sad, angry, or have low-self esteem? Does this affect the relationships around you? I help children, adolescents, adults and families strengthen relationships, regulate emotion and behavior management, and help build social and coping skills. I would love to work together with you to help overcome barriers and empower yourself to make positive changes.
Currently accepting new clients. Do you or your child struggle with stress and anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed, sad, angry, or have low-self esteem? Does this affect the relationships around you? I help children, adolescents, adults and families strengthen relationships, regulate emotion and behavior management, and help build social and coping skills. I would love to work together with you to help overcome barriers and empower yourself to make positive changes.
(484) 255-8270 View (484) 255-8270
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Jenna Mueller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16803
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and struggling to manage the day-to-day stressors? Are you feeling upset or overwhelmed regarding the state of change currently surrounding us? Do you feel like the day-to-day stressors are overtaking your ability to cope and utilize effective coping strategies? Are you interested in wanting to learn more about yourself, your talents, meeting your own goals and dreams and getting out of the feelings of being stuck?
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and struggling to manage the day-to-day stressors? Are you feeling upset or overwhelmed regarding the state of change currently surrounding us? Do you feel like the day-to-day stressors are overtaking your ability to cope and utilize effective coping strategies? Are you interested in wanting to learn more about yourself, your talents, meeting your own goals and dreams and getting out of the feelings of being stuck?
(814) 250-8359 View (814) 250-8359

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Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.