Therapists in Chadds Ford, PA
Marc Treanor
Counselor, MEd, LACMH, NCC, ASAT, ICGC-I
Verified Verified
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Compulsive behaviors impact all aspects of one’s life, including thoughts, feelings, and actions. They can lead to various addictions, including substance use, sex, social media, relationships, gambling, and more. People with compulsive behaviors often struggle to align their actions with personal goals. For more than twenty years, I have supported individuals struggling with compulsive behaviors. I built my practice upon the idea that anyone can recover if given the right tools and environment, and I aim to provide a safe space where clients gain insight into their emotions, experiences, and behavioral patterns.
Compulsive behaviors impact all aspects of one’s life, including thoughts, feelings, and actions. They can lead to various addictions, including substance use, sex, social media, relationships, gambling, and more. People with compulsive behaviors often struggle to align their actions with personal goals. For more than twenty years, I have supported individuals struggling with compulsive behaviors. I built my practice upon the idea that anyone can recover if given the right tools and environment, and I aim to provide a safe space where clients gain insight into their emotions, experiences, and behavioral patterns.
Sharon Kelly
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Kelly is specialized in treating transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, bipolar, anger/behavioral issues, etc.
In person and remote available. Therapy supports positive, healthy personal changes, improvement of anxiety and depression, and progress toward desired goals. Therapy helps clients improve relationships, cope with negative people or influences in their lives, and develop responsible, confident self-images. Individual Therapy, Couples or Co-Parenting Counseling and Life Coaching are available for all ages and backgrounds. The Gay St office is in the center of West Chester, near WCU and directly behind/adjacent to the Justice Center. St Peter’s office is situated along French Creek in historic St Peter's Village.
Kelly is specialized in treating transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, bipolar, anger/behavioral issues, etc.
In person and remote available. Therapy supports positive, healthy personal changes, improvement of anxiety and depression, and progress toward desired goals. Therapy helps clients improve relationships, cope with negative people or influences in their lives, and develop responsible, confident self-images. Individual Therapy, Couples or Co-Parenting Counseling and Life Coaching are available for all ages and backgrounds. The Gay St office is in the center of West Chester, near WCU and directly behind/adjacent to the Justice Center. St Peter’s office is situated along French Creek in historic St Peter's Village.
Deborah L Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
I provide therapy for a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues, often consulting with teachers and physicians.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, specializing in consultation, evaluation, and therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I also work with adults experiencing stress in their parenting role. In a safe and compassionate environment, I offer a collaborative and supportive approach.
I provide therapy for a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues, often consulting with teachers and physicians.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, specializing in consultation, evaluation, and therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I also work with adults experiencing stress in their parenting role. In a safe and compassionate environment, I offer a collaborative and supportive approach.
Jennifer Nickels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
My ideal client will need support for struggling with Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family or Relationship issues, social skills, anger management and other needs. Their goals will be rooted in understanding the conflict and learning tools to manage daily stressors and engage successfully overcoming individual challenges. My ideal client wants to enjoy the joys in life with an enhanced sense of confidence, accomplishment, strength and joy.
My ideal client will need support for struggling with Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family or Relationship issues, social skills, anger management and other needs. Their goals will be rooted in understanding the conflict and learning tools to manage daily stressors and engage successfully overcoming individual challenges. My ideal client wants to enjoy the joys in life with an enhanced sense of confidence, accomplishment, strength and joy.
Angela Reyer Gillespie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
LIfe is hard but I love my job! I am passionate about providing empathetic and compassionate therapy for people struggling with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, communication struggles, & more. I specialize in processing and moving beyond trauma and believe that the root to many of our struggles can be found in past relationships and attachments. I utilize systems theories and relational framework as a foundation for clients to explore and connect how relationships and environment impact larger goals and sense of self. I want to help you understand yourself better and utilize your past as strength to move forward.
LIfe is hard but I love my job! I am passionate about providing empathetic and compassionate therapy for people struggling with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, communication struggles, & more. I specialize in processing and moving beyond trauma and believe that the root to many of our struggles can be found in past relationships and attachments. I utilize systems theories and relational framework as a foundation for clients to explore and connect how relationships and environment impact larger goals and sense of self. I want to help you understand yourself better and utilize your past as strength to move forward.
H Pannill Taylor
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Are you feeling lonely, empty, and/or discontent? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Congratulations, you have already shown courage by considering help. I am a collaborative therapist and I believe that we are all seeking wholeness. As a nationally known addiction therapist, I have experience assisting individuals and their families with addiction, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach to health is holistic. I believe that therapy is most effective when individuals learn to place equal value in developing emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual health.
Are you feeling lonely, empty, and/or discontent? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Congratulations, you have already shown courage by considering help. I am a collaborative therapist and I believe that we are all seeking wholeness. As a nationally known addiction therapist, I have experience assisting individuals and their families with addiction, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach to health is holistic. I believe that therapy is most effective when individuals learn to place equal value in developing emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual health.
Jennifer Shroff Pendley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Navigating life's challenges can be tough at times. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in anxiety and depression, ADHD, academic stress, early childhood transitions, parenting support and coping with complex medical conditions. I also enjoy working with medical providers, focusing on well-being and challenges faced when working in stressful health-care environments. With children and adolescents, I utilize a developmental and family centered approach. I strive to provide compassionate and culturally humble care.
Navigating life's challenges can be tough at times. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in anxiety and depression, ADHD, academic stress, early childhood transitions, parenting support and coping with complex medical conditions. I also enjoy working with medical providers, focusing on well-being and challenges faced when working in stressful health-care environments. With children and adolescents, I utilize a developmental and family centered approach. I strive to provide compassionate and culturally humble care.
Linda Ruth Brackin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
As Therapist and Life Coach, I am integrally connected to the burgeoning Science of Positive Psychology, which is the scientific study of what enables people and communities to thrive. My approach emphasizes the uniqueness and potential of each individual. I dwell in the possibility for positive change. I am committed to the use of tools which make it possible for you to recognize, appreciate and utilize your signature character strengths (you at your best) to assist you with any perceived problems, limitations and areas of healing, thereby opening the door for you to set your intention toward the realm of your possibility.
As Therapist and Life Coach, I am integrally connected to the burgeoning Science of Positive Psychology, which is the scientific study of what enables people and communities to thrive. My approach emphasizes the uniqueness and potential of each individual. I dwell in the possibility for positive change. I am committed to the use of tools which make it possible for you to recognize, appreciate and utilize your signature character strengths (you at your best) to assist you with any perceived problems, limitations and areas of healing, thereby opening the door for you to set your intention toward the realm of your possibility.
Sarah Robins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
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.
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Kate Bowden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382
As a Licensed Social Worker my goal is to empower individuals and promote human potential. My experience includes working with dually-diagnosed children and adolescents, many of whom are navigating life transitions, behavioral challenges and emotional distress; as well as adults who are feeling challenged by life’s hurdles. I am a strong advocate for individual empowerment, but also look to how we can grow through our eco-systemic support systems. I enjoy working with families, and often find that through focusing on the relational dynamics people can increase connection and find the support they need to feel emotionally empowered.
As a Licensed Social Worker my goal is to empower individuals and promote human potential. My experience includes working with dually-diagnosed children and adolescents, many of whom are navigating life transitions, behavioral challenges and emotional distress; as well as adults who are feeling challenged by life’s hurdles. I am a strong advocate for individual empowerment, but also look to how we can grow through our eco-systemic support systems. I enjoy working with families, and often find that through focusing on the relational dynamics people can increase connection and find the support they need to feel emotionally empowered.
Jon Lauriello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
***not accepting new clients and I am only able to accept telehealth cases going forward*** I practice with adults and teens. I specialize in ADHD, Autism, academic functioning, and anxiety. Additionally, I have extensive experience with LGBTQA individuals. I have an approach that includes a heavy emphasis on behavioral approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis. I also integrate existentialist approaches that focus on creating meaning in your personal and professional life.
***not accepting new clients and I am only able to accept telehealth cases going forward*** I practice with adults and teens. I specialize in ADHD, Autism, academic functioning, and anxiety. Additionally, I have extensive experience with LGBTQA individuals. I have an approach that includes a heavy emphasis on behavioral approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis. I also integrate existentialist approaches that focus on creating meaning in your personal and professional life.
Elizabeth Kostura
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CAADC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I work with those experiencing mental health issues, trauma, and addictions. An ideal client would be someone who took suggestions and invested in their own healing. Their needs may include a mood disorder or behavior that they want to change. We would work on their thinking and how that impacts their behaviors. We would also look at their motivations and how to increase their motivations to make better decisions. The goal would be that the client would do what they learn in therapy while living their lives. They would no longer need me to help them through things and would be able to lean on their natural support.
I work with those experiencing mental health issues, trauma, and addictions. An ideal client would be someone who took suggestions and invested in their own healing. Their needs may include a mood disorder or behavior that they want to change. We would work on their thinking and how that impacts their behaviors. We would also look at their motivations and how to increase their motivations to make better decisions. The goal would be that the client would do what they learn in therapy while living their lives. They would no longer need me to help them through things and would be able to lean on their natural support.
Michael Morrow
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382
I am a licensed Psychologist who works with children, teens, and young adults. I offer therapy and evaluation services. I commonly work with clients with attention problems, disruptive behavior, anxiety, depression, and trouble with social skills. I have specialties in working with families with young children (3-5 years) and supporting youth with bullying experiences. I provide services in person and virtually.
I am a licensed Psychologist who works with children, teens, and young adults. I offer therapy and evaluation services. I commonly work with clients with attention problems, disruptive behavior, anxiety, depression, and trouble with social skills. I have specialties in working with families with young children (3-5 years) and supporting youth with bullying experiences. I provide services in person and virtually.
Chris Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CSTS, CST, CHES
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19110
I am the Director of the Center for Healthier Relationships, Individuals & Sexualities. I have an amazing team of therapists, from low fee interns to therapists with years of experience. The team specializes in working with LGBTQ+ populations and is compromised of members of the community. The team has a variety of specialities, including sex therapy, addiction, behavioral modification, couples intimacy concerns, and increasing effective communication.
I am the Director of the Center for Healthier Relationships, Individuals & Sexualities. I have an amazing team of therapists, from low fee interns to therapists with years of experience. The team specializes in working with LGBTQ+ populations and is compromised of members of the community. The team has a variety of specialities, including sex therapy, addiction, behavioral modification, couples intimacy concerns, and increasing effective communication.
Silver Linings Counseling by Kristin Sellers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Kennett Square, PA 19348
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a holistic flair of energy psychology.
I provide individual therapy for mental health needs and adjustment disorders. Depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders are typical mental health issues of my clients. I also treat adjustment issues such as grief/loss, relationship/divorce/marital, work/career, and body image/weight.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a holistic flair of energy psychology.
I provide individual therapy for mental health needs and adjustment disorders. Depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders are typical mental health issues of my clients. I also treat adjustment issues such as grief/loss, relationship/divorce/marital, work/career, and body image/weight.
Benjamin Lasner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
His therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Theory, Positive Psychology, and Motivational Interviewing, and he often incorporates grounding and mindfulness techniques to promote tolerance and holistic healing.
Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, LPC, NBCC, M.S.. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, and having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.
His therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Theory, Positive Psychology, and Motivational Interviewing, and he often incorporates grounding and mindfulness techniques to promote tolerance and holistic healing.
Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, LPC, NBCC, M.S.. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, and having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.
Todd Shirley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
My therapy utilizes elements of Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT).
Waiting lists are long, situations are urgent, and help can be hard to find. Compassionate and successful therapeautic care for you or your struggling teen is available through the counseling services I offer. If you or someone you know is struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, academic struggles, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, self injury, sexual orientation, gender identity, or suicidal ideation reach out to set up an appointment or brief introductory virtual meeting. Weekend and evening appointment times are available. I know first hand how scary it can be to watch an adolescent you love struggle and suffer.
My therapy utilizes elements of Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT).
Waiting lists are long, situations are urgent, and help can be hard to find. Compassionate and successful therapeautic care for you or your struggling teen is available through the counseling services I offer. If you or someone you know is struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, academic struggles, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, self injury, sexual orientation, gender identity, or suicidal ideation reach out to set up an appointment or brief introductory virtual meeting. Weekend and evening appointment times are available. I know first hand how scary it can be to watch an adolescent you love struggle and suffer.
Michelle Schweitzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380 (Online Only)
In particular, I utilize mindfulness- and exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapies for generalized anxiety, traumatic anxiety, panic anxiety, and emotion regulation problems.
Are you concerned about how stress and anxiety affect you or your child’s health? Are you ready to feel more connected to what is important to you and live a life of more vitality ? I believe in taking a whole health approach and work with a range of issues impacting children, teens, and families. For some, it may be feeling overwhelmed with change or transition, for others it may be suffering a trauma. Whatever it is that led you to seek therapy, we will approach it together in a safe and collaborative way.
In particular, I utilize mindfulness- and exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapies for generalized anxiety, traumatic anxiety, panic anxiety, and emotion regulation problems.
Are you concerned about how stress and anxiety affect you or your child’s health? Are you ready to feel more connected to what is important to you and live a life of more vitality ? I believe in taking a whole health approach and work with a range of issues impacting children, teens, and families. For some, it may be feeling overwhelmed with change or transition, for others it may be suffering a trauma. Whatever it is that led you to seek therapy, we will approach it together in a safe and collaborative way.
Rolf A Ritchie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380 (Online Only)
My practice is largely informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Hello! I am Dr. Ritchie I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in three states and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, trauma, and chronic stress. Anxiety and depression can come to dominate our lives and feel so overwhelming that even everyday tasks seem impossible. With the right kind of support, however, the patterns you find yourself stuck in are possible to escape! I have a strong background in evidence-based psychotherapy and use modern treatments to assist you in breaking unhelpful habits. I have been treating clients through individual psychotherapy for 7 years and I take an active, collaborative approach to treatment.
My practice is largely informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Hello! I am Dr. Ritchie I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in three states and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, trauma, and chronic stress. Anxiety and depression can come to dominate our lives and feel so overwhelming that even everyday tasks seem impossible. With the right kind of support, however, the patterns you find yourself stuck in are possible to escape! I have a strong background in evidence-based psychotherapy and use modern treatments to assist you in breaking unhelpful habits. I have been treating clients through individual psychotherapy for 7 years and I take an active, collaborative approach to treatment.
Chris Fariello
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Media, PA 19063
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of sexuality concerns.
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of sexuality concerns.
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Behavioral Issues Therapists
What happens in therapy for behavioral issues?
No matter the type of therapy, individuals form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is often therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Individuals learn to identify situations that are especially troublesome for them and acquire new patterns of thinking and behaving. In therapy for ADHD, one of the most common behavior issues for children, individuals learn how to improve frustration tolerance, control impulsivity, manage attentional focus, and gain skills of self-organisation.
What therapy types help with behavioral issues?
Many types of therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Perhaps best-known and most widely tested is cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT), in which individuals learn new behavioral strategies and curb reactivity to frustrating or distressing situations that trigger disruptive behaviour. Anger, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems are commonly addressed in CBT. Family therapy or parent management training is often helpful to reduce parent-child conflict and behavioral difficulties at home.
How long does therapy last for behavioral issues?
Among popular approaches to treating behavioral concerns, CBT is considered a short-term therapy intended to be administered in 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Parent training in behavior management, often used when the underlying cause of behavior issues is ADHD in children under 12, usually occurs in weekly sessions for 8 to 16 weeks. When behavioral issues stem from persistent aggression or defiance, therapy may last for months, and usually targets both children and their parents.
How effective is therapy for behavior issues?
Studies show that therapy for behavior issues in children is highly effective and may prevent the development of antisocial behavior later in life. Family intervention—parent management training or family therapy, both of which involve parents and children together—is considered most effective, notably for children under age 12 who persistently engage in aggressive, defiant, rule-breaking or other disruptive behavior. Whether provided alone or in combination with medication, CBT is highly effective in helping people regulate their emotions, and for people with ADHD, it addresses impulsiveness, hyperactivity and attentional focus.