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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd
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Araya Baker

Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd

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Philadelphia, PA 19104
(267) 651-8368
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Do you truly believe you’re enough? I help clients affirm their values, needs, identities and self-worth. Many clients seek to address: fear of intimacy or abandonment, indecision or regret, a lack of creativity/motivation, people-pleasing and boundary-setting, perfectionism and imposter syndrome, self-comparison, and more. Blocking their path forward to self-acceptance/assurance is often insecurity or shame rooted in social stigmas, internalized oppression, or family trauma. We often discuss the emotional aspects of their concerns (e.g., self-talk about who they “should” be), then try out new coping skills and set well-paced goals.
My therapeutic style is relational and strengths-based. I facilitate with non-judgmental curiosity and cultural humility. I never assume that you are fundamentally broken or weak, or that I know you better than you do yourself. I offer various specialties and approaches––which you can read below––but above all, I am a skilled and empathetic listener.
I truly consider it a privilege to bear witness to another person's growth, and holding space for clients––with the utmost intentionality––brings me immense joy. Getting back to who we are really meant to be can feel invigorating and liberating, and I would be glad to partner with you on that journey. If you are curious about next steps, please reach out.
Call or Araya Baker now for a free 15 minute consultation - (267) 651-8368

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Philadelphia, PA 19104

(267) 651-8368
Currently, all sessions are virtual.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
$110 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (267) 651-8368
Photo of Araya Baker, MPhilEd, Pre-Licensed Professional

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Philadelphia, PA 19104

(267) 651-8368
Currently, all sessions are virtual.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
$110 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $110
  • Pay by American Express, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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Currently, all sessions are out-of-network.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd
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Currently, all sessions are out-of-network.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California Supervised by Dayna Pizzigoni (Pennsylvania / PC010531) Araya Baker
    License state differs from primary location state.
  • In Practice for 9 Years
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Pennsylvania M.Phil.Ed. / 2016
  • Attended University of Pennsylvania, M.Phil.Ed., Graduated 2016
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Over the past decade, I have worked as a crisis counselor, school counselor, child welfare trainer, clinical supervisor, counseling lecturer, suicide prevention researcher, & freelance journalist (writing about how identity interfaces with disability/mental health). Learn more at arayabaker dot com.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd
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Over the past decade, I have worked as a crisis counselor, school counselor, child welfare trainer, clinical supervisor, counseling lecturer, suicide prevention researcher, & freelance journalist (writing about how identity interfaces with disability/mental health). Learn more at arayabaker dot com.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • Life Transitions
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Career Counseling
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • School Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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My overall approach is developmental. That means we'll explore how early cultural and family experiences (as a child, teen, and young adult) inform your adult beliefs and perceptions. Treatment plans involve a few objectives with corresponding goals, resources/tools, and periodic updates and checkpoints. Most clients see gradual improvement within one month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
Photo of Araya Baker, MPhilEd, Pre-Licensed Professional
Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd
"
My overall approach is developmental. That means we'll explore how early cultural and family experiences (as a child, teen, and young adult) inform your adult beliefs and perceptions. Treatment plans involve a few objectives with corresponding goals, resources/tools, and periodic updates and checkpoints. Most clients see gradual improvement within one month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Feminist
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
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Some techniques/tools I employ are: breathwork and guided meditations; check-ins after disclosures of trauma; dialogue matched to the pace of your communication style; the feelings wheel and word association activities; genograms; social skills training (e.g., role-plays); and integration of expressive arts and bibliotherapy (e.g., thought-provoking quotes, poems, & prompts).
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
Photo of Araya Baker, MPhilEd, Pre-Licensed Professional
Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd
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Some techniques/tools I employ are: breathwork and guided meditations; check-ins after disclosures of trauma; dialogue matched to the pace of your communication style; the feelings wheel and word association activities; genograms; social skills training (e.g., role-plays); and integration of expressive arts and bibliotherapy (e.g., thought-provoking quotes, poems, & prompts).
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 651-8368
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Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd

Location

Primary Location

Philadelphia, PA 19104

(267) 651-8368

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Nearby Areas

Cities

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Zips

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Currently, all sessions are virtual.
Call for a free consultation now - (267) 651-8368
Photo of Araya Baker, MPhilEd, Pre-Licensed Professional
Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd
"
Currently, all sessions are virtual.
Call for a free consultation now - (267) 651-8368
Photo of Araya Baker, MPhilEd, Pre-Licensed Professional
Araya Baker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPhilEd