Asperger's Syndrome Therapists in East Petersburg, PA

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Behavior Specialist in the state of Pennsylvania. I will be providing services completely through telehealth/video sessions. I have worked in the field for 16 years in a variety of roles. I am experienced and comfortable with a wide range of clinical areas, including Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and ADHD. I work with adolescents, adults, and children if they are appropriate for telehealth. I am experienced working with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds and sexual/gender orientations.

Peace and joy are the hallmarks of health. I derive immense pleasure from helping others arrive at a place in their lives where there is meaning, harmony, peace and joy. Utilizing a Christian perspective is central to who I am all the while grounded as well in evidence and research based clinical training. Should you wish to pursue a conversation with me, you will find compassion in your journey to authentic healing.

Your true healing, growth, authentic self, and full potential lie beyond four walls of a clinician's office. It takes courage to start the therapeutic process. If you are looking for a holistic, creative way to improve your mental health, I can support and guide you in your journey. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you've had many years of experience, if you're ready for real personal change, a new approach, and want to delve deeply into the therapeutic process, I'm here to guide you.

Each client's psychological and spiritual needs are a focus addressing relational issues, behavioral issues, and mood-driven difficulties with consideration of individually-specified treatment goals. Overarching treatment outcome is healing and restoration and rehabilitation for clients to become healthy, happy and productive individuals.

How are you supposed to go on? It feels like your entire life has been turned on its head. Everything is different now. Your spouse is gone, and you don’t know how to move forward. All the things that used to seem so important to you have lost their meaning. The work assignments you once obsessed over are being ignored. The social schedule you spent such care curating now feels worthless. Hobbies are meaningless. Self-care is pointless. Friends and family offer their support, but it all feels hollow. No one understands what you’re going through. All you want to do is stay at home in bed and hide from the world forever.

I have a doctorate in clinical psychology, a master's degree in clinical psychology, and an undergraduate degree in clinical/counseling psychology. I have ten years of experience working in the mental health field at a variety of settings including community mental health, partial hospital, residential treatment, and private schools. I work with children, teenagers, adults, and older adults.

Counseling is a space where you can explore, process, heal and grow. By being vulnerable we can allow ourselves the space to reflect on who we are now and where we have come from. I believe that we deserve a space where we can feel safe, comfortable and free from judgement. In this space, we can take out some of the boxes that are stored away and discover how we can let go of what no longer serves us while creating new ways of being and relating to ourselves, others, and the world around us .

Life's challenges can seem so overwhelming at times that we lose sight of our inner strength. Together, we will nurture and rebuild that strength so that life can feel good again! Imagine the life of a seed - buried beneath the dark, lonely, constricting soil. If the seed considered its future, it would feel bleak and hopeless. Yet within that seed lies the unseen power to break through the soil with strength and grace. We are in many ways, just like that seed - full of potential! Whether you are seeking help for your child or yourself - I am here for you. Just as importantly, I will be here to encourage you with a caring heart!

My speciality is helping children and youth experiencing anxiety, depression, and school refusal behaviors. Young people interested in improving their situation can learn tools that help, practice effective communication, and progress towards their goals. In my work, I build rapport and engage each individual in relational & therapeutic conversations. I value my faith, believe strongly in trauma-informed practices, education, family systems, and incorporate CBT strategies. It is important to have a little fun, laugh, and celebrate our success.

"I count it as a blessing to devote my professional time to serving individuals and families struggling with a wide range of mental health struggles including depression, addictions, anxiety, maladaptive personality features, parenting strategies, parenting a child with autism, and familial adjustment to separation or divorce. A proponent of technical eclecticism as an outpatient and community-based therapist, I specialize in Psychoanalytic, Trauma-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Advanced Counseling and Research Services provides a comprehensive array of professional counseling services to the greater Lancaster community. In general terms, these clinical services help clients address problematic issues in their lives that are impacting on their daily lives. Throughout the counseling experience, the counselor and client work collaboratively to address problems presented by the client. The overall purpose of counseling can be summarized in the following objectives: To identify the problematic issues facing each individual client seeking counseling. To identify secondary issues contributing to problem.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, anger, or grief? Is your marriage falling apart? Does your child have behavioral problems? Do you just need someone to talk to?

I have over 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field. I enjoy taking an eclectic approach to providing therapy; with a strong skill set in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Family Based Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Evidence-Based Therapy, Psychotherapeutic support, and Talk Therapy.

I have over 20 years of experience providing mental health therapy to individual's, couples, and families. I believe that you should not be in therapy for years, but should be quickly making the changes in your life to get you out of therapy. The goal of therapy is to help you to determine what those changes are and then to help you take the necessary steps to make those changes.

My goal is to provide a safe and warm therapeutic environment to assist you or your loved one on a path to healing. I have been working in an outpatient setting for 12 years and I have a passion for helping others. I take a collaborative approach with my clients and rapport building is a key element. I have experience working with diverse populations with a wide range of concerns. I would love the opportunity to help you to achieve your goals!

Andy Warhol said, "Change doesn't happen by itself, you have to make it happen." I believe in guiding people to unlock their true potential and overcome obstacles through compassion and authenticity. Let's step outside our comfort zones and challenge our beliefs to make positive changes!

Hi there! I'm Sage. I would be grateful for the opportunity to empower you to become the healthiest and happiest you. I am passionate about working with clients from a person-first, holistic approach. I utilize a strengths-based approach as I work to build a strong and supportive therapeutic alliance with my clients that fosters a safe, judgment-free environment for personal exploration and growth. Together, we can create change and growth by discovering where you want to be in life and how to get there.