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Kathlyn Drewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPhilEd, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
Kat has a dual Master's degree in Professional Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. She also has her PA School Counseling Certification. She works with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, body-image issues, ADHD/ADD, executive functioning skills, ASD, adoption trauma, and family conflict. In her work she uses a combination of CBT, ACT, Talk Therapy, and Reality Therapy. Kat is an adoption competency therapist and works with adolescents, young adults and adults on adoption trauma issues.
Kat has a dual Master's degree in Professional Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. She also has her PA School Counseling Certification. She works with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, body-image issues, ADHD/ADD, executive functioning skills, ASD, adoption trauma, and family conflict. In her work she uses a combination of CBT, ACT, Talk Therapy, and Reality Therapy. Kat is an adoption competency therapist and works with adolescents, young adults and adults on adoption trauma issues.
(267) 754-3857 View (267) 754-3857
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Krista McDemus
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
I am comfortable addressing issues related to adoption, anxiety, depression, parenting and past trauma while maintaining a compassionate, strength-based approach.
Update 4/2024: Specializing in female clients. Are you experiencing high amounts of stress coupled with low amounts of support? Do you catch yourself engaging in negative self-talk or feeling discouraged and overwhelmed? I can help you develop tools to manage anxiety, depression and improve your relationships. As a trauma-informed therapist, I utilize my experience to help my clients understand and process trauma to build resilience.
I am comfortable addressing issues related to adoption, anxiety, depression, parenting and past trauma while maintaining a compassionate, strength-based approach.
Update 4/2024: Specializing in female clients. Are you experiencing high amounts of stress coupled with low amounts of support? Do you catch yourself engaging in negative self-talk or feeling discouraged and overwhelmed? I can help you develop tools to manage anxiety, depression and improve your relationships. As a trauma-informed therapist, I utilize my experience to help my clients understand and process trauma to build resilience.
(267) 263-7146 View (267) 263-7146
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Susan V. Brewer
Counselor/Life Coach, BS, CADC, CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
Focus is on grief and loss, relationship patterns, self-worth, and adoption.
WELCOME TO LIVING A LIFE OF BALANCE All of us face struggles in our lives. We experience problems and difficulties sometimes on a daily basis and other times only occasionally. When we feel stuck we have a tendency to repeat negative or self-defeating patterns/behaviors. This repetition often causes us to become overly critical of ourselves. Our work together is designed to help you to understand the why and how so that you can make the changes you want in your life. Change is never easy; however it is so worth it!! You will be pleasantly surprised by how happy you will become.
Focus is on grief and loss, relationship patterns, self-worth, and adoption.
WELCOME TO LIVING A LIFE OF BALANCE All of us face struggles in our lives. We experience problems and difficulties sometimes on a daily basis and other times only occasionally. When we feel stuck we have a tendency to repeat negative or self-defeating patterns/behaviors. This repetition often causes us to become overly critical of ourselves. Our work together is designed to help you to understand the why and how so that you can make the changes you want in your life. Change is never easy; however it is so worth it!! You will be pleasantly surprised by how happy you will become.
(215) 297-4277 View (215) 297-4277
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Donna M. Kane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18902
I am well acquainted with anxiety, depression and offer CBT and DBT skills; as well as family and relational issues, adolescence, past trauma/abuse, abandonment issues, SPD, PTSD, RAD and other attachment and adjustment issues, adoption and foster care related issues,self-destructive behaviors and inability to regulate emotions.
I have a true passion for working with adults and adolescents who are suffering from an inability to form healthy relationships with their loved ones. My office offers a warm setting for people of all ages to feel safe and explore their "child within". I use play and art therapy as well as evidenced based techniques to empower parents and help them to connect with their child and unlock their full potential. I love helping families grow with healthy coping skills. I also truly enjoy working with adults to explore their own past and how it affects their relationships today.
I am well acquainted with anxiety, depression and offer CBT and DBT skills; as well as family and relational issues, adolescence, past trauma/abuse, abandonment issues, SPD, PTSD, RAD and other attachment and adjustment issues, adoption and foster care related issues,self-destructive behaviors and inability to regulate emotions.
I have a true passion for working with adults and adolescents who are suffering from an inability to form healthy relationships with their loved ones. My office offers a warm setting for people of all ages to feel safe and explore their "child within". I use play and art therapy as well as evidenced based techniques to empower parents and help them to connect with their child and unlock their full potential. I love helping families grow with healthy coping skills. I also truly enjoy working with adults to explore their own past and how it affects their relationships today.
(215) 874-5600 View (215) 874-5600
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Diane G Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
I also have experience with adoption and the wonderful impact this decision has on families.
I have been working with young students and their families for over 30 years. Throughout this time I have gained a great deal of insight into the significance the family plays in the development of each child. Today's families are often experiencing a great deal of stress. In many cases parents are caught between raising their children while caring for their parents. Communication is the essential glue that holds our families together. In my office I offer a warm and caring environment to foster family growth and healthy family dynamics.
I also have experience with adoption and the wonderful impact this decision has on families.
I have been working with young students and their families for over 30 years. Throughout this time I have gained a great deal of insight into the significance the family plays in the development of each child. Today's families are often experiencing a great deal of stress. In many cases parents are caught between raising their children while caring for their parents. Communication is the essential glue that holds our families together. In my office I offer a warm and caring environment to foster family growth and healthy family dynamics.
(215) 631-3241 View (215) 631-3241
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Diane Vliet Downs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Although most of my experience has been with teens and young adults, I am open to meeting with clients of all ages and genders. Before becoming a social worker, I was a high school teacher for 23 years and worked as a social worker in a therapeutic school. I am particularly interested in supporting adoptees, sexual assault survivors, young people with learning differences, and LGBTQ+ youth as they heal from loss or trauma, discover their strengths, and construct an authentic identity. I have also run support groups for adoptees, trans/nonbinary teens, and parents of TGN teens.
Although most of my experience has been with teens and young adults, I am open to meeting with clients of all ages and genders. Before becoming a social worker, I was a high school teacher for 23 years and worked as a social worker in a therapeutic school. I am particularly interested in supporting adoptees, sexual assault survivors, young people with learning differences, and LGBTQ+ youth as they heal from loss or trauma, discover their strengths, and construct an authentic identity. I have also run support groups for adoptees, trans/nonbinary teens, and parents of TGN teens.
(215) 584-4275 View (215) 584-4275
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Stephanie Drake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Stephanie has over 10 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Stephanie has over 10 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
(267) 376-8302 x705 View (267) 376-8302 x705
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Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18902
Tired of sticker charts and reward systems? Uncomfortable with time-outs? Want to enhance the relationship you have with your child? At Wise Heart Therapy LLC, we believe in the transformative power of play. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to thrive. I work closely with parents to build their understanding of their child and respond in a manner that meets behavioral goals while strengthening relationships. I am committed to helping each child reach their full potential and live a happy, healthy life.
Tired of sticker charts and reward systems? Uncomfortable with time-outs? Want to enhance the relationship you have with your child? At Wise Heart Therapy LLC, we believe in the transformative power of play. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to thrive. I work closely with parents to build their understanding of their child and respond in a manner that meets behavioral goals while strengthening relationships. I am committed to helping each child reach their full potential and live a happy, healthy life.
(267) 450-2653 View (267) 450-2653
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Bill Montgomery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGT, PhD-Sys
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
Bill has received recognition for his work with couples, as well as individual adults and teenagers. He helps people find their way out of depression, anxiety, panic, anger, stress, mistrust, addiction of all types, trauma, harmful behavior, attention issues, and more. He works with individuals, couples, and families of all backgrounds. Bill helps bring positive change in relationships. He understands that clients often feel helpless or stuck and helps people rediscover their inner strength. He provides emotional tools and ideas to help improve their relationships and their lives. He has written a book covering some of these tools and concepts.
Bill has received recognition for his work with couples, as well as individual adults and teenagers. He helps people find their way out of depression, anxiety, panic, anger, stress, mistrust, addiction of all types, trauma, harmful behavior, attention issues, and more. He works with individuals, couples, and families of all backgrounds. Bill helps bring positive change in relationships. He understands that clients often feel helpless or stuck and helps people rediscover their inner strength. He provides emotional tools and ideas to help improve their relationships and their lives. He has written a book covering some of these tools and concepts.
(215) 489-0826 View (215) 489-0826
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Susan Milgate Kuczura
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18902
Susan Kuczura, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and families in the Doylestown, New Hope and Bucks County for more than 20 years. A graduate of Temple University and Chestnut Hill College, she enjoys working with children and young adults. Susan served as the Clinical Director of a BHRS agency servicing Philadelphia. She collaborated with teachers, parents and counselors concerning behaviors and classroom interventions. Dr. Kuczura works with people with anxiety, behavior problems, ADHD, Asperger's and Autism, OCD, family issues, depression and bereavement.
Susan Kuczura, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and families in the Doylestown, New Hope and Bucks County for more than 20 years. A graduate of Temple University and Chestnut Hill College, she enjoys working with children and young adults. Susan served as the Clinical Director of a BHRS agency servicing Philadelphia. She collaborated with teachers, parents and counselors concerning behaviors and classroom interventions. Dr. Kuczura works with people with anxiety, behavior problems, ADHD, Asperger's and Autism, OCD, family issues, depression and bereavement.
(267) 592-3643 View (267) 592-3643
Photo of Caitlin M Braun, Licensed Professional Counselor in Doylestown, PA
Caitlin M Braun
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
My passion is helping people alleviate negative feelings and symptoms so they can take control of their lives and get back to enjoying all that life has to offer. I work together with each client to help them navigate their symptoms and get to the core of the problem. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship that is built on trust and genuineness is a crucial component to successful therapy and I pride myself on creating an atmosphere that is safe, warm, and promotes self-growth.
My passion is helping people alleviate negative feelings and symptoms so they can take control of their lives and get back to enjoying all that life has to offer. I work together with each client to help them navigate their symptoms and get to the core of the problem. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship that is built on trust and genuineness is a crucial component to successful therapy and I pride myself on creating an atmosphere that is safe, warm, and promotes self-growth.
(267) 800-2437 View (267) 800-2437
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Jennifer Riley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the first step to talk to a therapist can be overwhelming and frightening. It takes strength and courage, but it can be life changing. My goal is to create a safe, caring and nonjudgemental space for clients to be heard and understood. It is my privilege to work with individuals and couples to instill hope, empowerment, and support personal growth. Communicating feelings in a safe environment promotes healing through expression, which often leads to insight into self and more meaningful connections with others. Taking the first step is the most difficult step.
Taking the first step to talk to a therapist can be overwhelming and frightening. It takes strength and courage, but it can be life changing. My goal is to create a safe, caring and nonjudgemental space for clients to be heard and understood. It is my privilege to work with individuals and couples to instill hope, empowerment, and support personal growth. Communicating feelings in a safe environment promotes healing through expression, which often leads to insight into self and more meaningful connections with others. Taking the first step is the most difficult step.
(215) 261-7209 View (215) 261-7209
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Rachel Brittingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901  (Online Only)
You’ve spent a lot of your life just “getting through it”. Despite a lot of difficulties in your childhood, and even your early adult life, you’ve managed to bulldoze through it all and stay on track as much as you could. But now that you’re through it (at least mostly), your past seems to be catching up to you. Your relationships with significant others, friends, family and even yourself seem to be challenging. You’re realizing now that maybe “just getting through it” wasn’t enough, and it is time to get some support for yourself, whether you really want to or not. Slowing down is really difficult, but it's time.
You’ve spent a lot of your life just “getting through it”. Despite a lot of difficulties in your childhood, and even your early adult life, you’ve managed to bulldoze through it all and stay on track as much as you could. But now that you’re through it (at least mostly), your past seems to be catching up to you. Your relationships with significant others, friends, family and even yourself seem to be challenging. You’re realizing now that maybe “just getting through it” wasn’t enough, and it is time to get some support for yourself, whether you really want to or not. Slowing down is really difficult, but it's time.
(215) 261-5554 View (215) 261-5554
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Christopher J. Pittelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18902
Deciding to call a therapist and reach out for support with life's challenges requires courage and a leap of faith in your self. Your desire to end your suffering is where this healing journey begins. Your call or email is the first step. If you are reading this, the time is now. I understand the human condition, the trepidation about going to therapy and the place you are in life right now. I am here for you. Know that aside from decades of professional training as a therapist, I have also been a client for my own personal growth and healing.
Deciding to call a therapist and reach out for support with life's challenges requires courage and a leap of faith in your self. Your desire to end your suffering is where this healing journey begins. Your call or email is the first step. If you are reading this, the time is now. I understand the human condition, the trepidation about going to therapy and the place you are in life right now. I am here for you. Know that aside from decades of professional training as a therapist, I have also been a client for my own personal growth and healing.
(267) 282-6084 View (267) 282-6084
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Marla Mathews
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
With over 20 years of clinical experience, I provide individual, couples and family therapy with great compassion for helping others find their way through life's challenges. Strongly convicted to the belief that all people possess the strength and ability to achieve their personal goals and greater success in their personal lives, I foster growth through listening, humor and warmth, ensuring that my clients feel heard and understood. By guiding my clients towards greater self-awareness and a better understanding of their personal desires, I then work to help my clients develop a path to achieve their goals.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, I provide individual, couples and family therapy with great compassion for helping others find their way through life's challenges. Strongly convicted to the belief that all people possess the strength and ability to achieve their personal goals and greater success in their personal lives, I foster growth through listening, humor and warmth, ensuring that my clients feel heard and understood. By guiding my clients towards greater self-awareness and a better understanding of their personal desires, I then work to help my clients develop a path to achieve their goals.
(267) 297-1767 View (267) 297-1767
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Dr. Amanda Johns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ASDCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
You want to understand yourself and others. You want to feel supported, valued, seen and heard, instead of feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood. You're searching for someone to finally listen, to understand you, and to help you find answers. You might be nervous, but you are ready to do the work to change. I can help you. I'm a therapist that is very straight to the point. I believe your time, and money are valuable - and that you deserve quality and compassionate help. When you are in my office the focus is on you and your needs. You’re encouraged to be your authentic self, and you’ll get the same back from me.
You want to understand yourself and others. You want to feel supported, valued, seen and heard, instead of feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood. You're searching for someone to finally listen, to understand you, and to help you find answers. You might be nervous, but you are ready to do the work to change. I can help you. I'm a therapist that is very straight to the point. I believe your time, and money are valuable - and that you deserve quality and compassionate help. When you are in my office the focus is on you and your needs. You’re encouraged to be your authentic self, and you’ll get the same back from me.
(215) 544-3497 View (215) 544-3497
Photo of Lee Anne Englert, Licensed Professional Counselor in Doylestown, PA
Lee Anne Englert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Do Holistic and spiritual approaches to therapy appeal to you? Clients connect to my services because they want to work through their struggles from a body/soul/mind/emotion perspective. I guide couples and individuals in their quest to transform life's challenges into a tapestry of wisdom. I passionately embrace the depth of each person's journey to heal their past traumatic wounding and foster the development of true empowerment. Embracing the ancient teachings of shamanism, we will journey into non-ordinary realities where you will heal fragmented aspects and begin to know your true self.
Do Holistic and spiritual approaches to therapy appeal to you? Clients connect to my services because they want to work through their struggles from a body/soul/mind/emotion perspective. I guide couples and individuals in their quest to transform life's challenges into a tapestry of wisdom. I passionately embrace the depth of each person's journey to heal their past traumatic wounding and foster the development of true empowerment. Embracing the ancient teachings of shamanism, we will journey into non-ordinary realities where you will heal fragmented aspects and begin to know your true self.
(267) 863-4595 View (267) 863-4595
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Nell Bowers
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
My approach is very practical: I want each person to leave each session with at least one new understanding or way of looking at a issue and with at least one new tool for beginning to resolve that issue or situation. Most of us have the answers within us and can access them once we have some clarification, guidance and permission to do so. It must be working as most people come to me as a referral from other clients or from their physician. I am happy to answer questions so feel free to call.
My approach is very practical: I want each person to leave each session with at least one new understanding or way of looking at a issue and with at least one new tool for beginning to resolve that issue or situation. Most of us have the answers within us and can access them once we have some clarification, guidance and permission to do so. It must be working as most people come to me as a referral from other clients or from their physician. I am happy to answer questions so feel free to call.
(215) 995-0051 View (215) 995-0051
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Dawn Robin Miller
MSEd
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Dawn received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Temple University and her graduate degree and post-graduate training from the University of Pennsylvania. In her over 30 years of practice Dawn has developed several areas of expertise. They include marital/family therapy, eating disorders, issues specific to adolescence, anxiety disorders, sexual abuse, co-parent and reconciliation counseling.
Dawn received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Temple University and her graduate degree and post-graduate training from the University of Pennsylvania. In her over 30 years of practice Dawn has developed several areas of expertise. They include marital/family therapy, eating disorders, issues specific to adolescence, anxiety disorders, sexual abuse, co-parent and reconciliation counseling.
(215) 584-4320 View (215) 584-4320
Photo of Emily M. Easterling, Licensed Professional Counselor in Doylestown, PA
Emily M. Easterling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901  (Online Only)
Establishing a trusting relationship and environment that is warm and supportive where clients feel safe and motivated to engage in their therapeutic journey is my essential goal. My approach to therapy is formulated by the uniqueness of the person along with the uniqueness of the environmental and familial systems within which they have developed. Over the past 23 years I have worked with individuals, groups, families, and couples and have treated several mental and emotional health issues. Some of these issues include: Depression, Anxiety, Grief, ADHD, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Relationship/Family, and Attachment.
Establishing a trusting relationship and environment that is warm and supportive where clients feel safe and motivated to engage in their therapeutic journey is my essential goal. My approach to therapy is formulated by the uniqueness of the person along with the uniqueness of the environmental and familial systems within which they have developed. Over the past 23 years I have worked with individuals, groups, families, and couples and have treated several mental and emotional health issues. Some of these issues include: Depression, Anxiety, Grief, ADHD, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Relationship/Family, and Attachment.
(267) 800-2918 View (267) 800-2918
Adoption Therapists

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.