Therapists in Newtown, PA

I am an eating disorder and body image therapist committed to supporting clients heal their relationships with food and their bodies. My approach is rooted in Health at Every Size (HAES), anti-diet, and food and weight neutrality. I offer a compassionate, collaborative approach to help clients discover their self-worth and inherent ability to heal.

I am a masters level therapist who specializes in working with LGBTQIA individuals and those experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, trauma, grief, and other life transitions. I am a HAES aligned therapist who uses a social justice, feminist, and trauma-informed lens in my work. As a person-centered therapist, I will meet clients where they are in their mental health journeys to help them better understand themselves and work toward healing through a variety of techniques that matches the clients' needs.

Hi! My name is Shira Collings (she/they). I am a feminist, neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, fat affirming, and disability justice aligned therapist. I am passionate about supporting people in living a life that is aligned with their true values, and healing from both external and internalized oppression that may be impacting their well-being. I strive to create a space in which clients can express their full, authentic selves and share their stories without shame or judgment.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults wishing to overcome array of challenges. My main specializations are ADHD, Trauma/PTSD, Grief, Chronic health issues, eating disorders, addictions and working with the LGBTQIA+ plus community. I also specialize in working with anxiety, OCD and related disorders. I also provide executive functioning coaching, career coaching and love working with people in life transition and healing from burnout. I have a Master of Arts in Professional Clinical Counseling from LaSalle University and a Master of Public Health from Capella U.

I believe that therapy is about more than "working things out." The therapeutic relationship is just that: a relationship. I provide a safe and supportive environment to express emotions that are often difficult to express in other settings; anger, grief, sadness, despair. It is my hope to work with you to better understand yourself, and create a sense of safety within yourself. No person exists in a vacuum, so I will encourage you to reflect on your past, and how it influences your present. I believe that lasting change, requires diving deep to address deep rooted patterns.

“Self-awareness is the ability to take an honest look at your life without any attachment to it being right or wrong, good or bad.” – Debbie Ford. With the acceptance of what cannot be changed, there comes peace. If you are struggling with your past, present, or future; learn how your thoughts and feelings can affect your behaviors. Looking at yourself with unconditional love, self-compassion, and forgiveness can allow you to heal past wounds and move forward.

My ideal client is an individual or couple ready to do the work needed to achieve their goals and who desires a happy, healthy life. They may want to work through relationships or sexual problems due to my interest in couples and sex therapy.

TEENS: I help teens (and young adults), beginning at age 14 years, who are feeling overwhelmed by depression or anxiety and the isolation that it brings. Through a combination of talk therapy and practical skill-building, we'll work together to resolve their burdens and develop a solution for overcoming their challenges. Working through the hard stuff (with a healthy dose of laughter to get through the pain) leads them to a place of peace and relief. Finally, they're able to find joy in being themselves.

You deserve pleasure and to enjoy your life. My clients range in many different areas, whether it be gender, sexual orientation, race, paths of life, or values system. The common thread between most of us, despite our differences, is the desire to be seen and heard, accepted for who we are at our core. Many of us have been taught that pleasure is not for us, that our needs don't matter. I aim to help people understand their worth, learn to communicate needs, and explore parts of themselves they might have silenced long ago.

Whether you're experiencing a recent difficulty or a long-standing challenge, therapy is a terrific opportunity for healing and self-growth in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment. Emphasizing warm and caring relationships with my clients, I help them to address certain behaviors, beliefs, attitudes and emotions. As they continue to gain insight, we work together to establish healthier and more effective patterns of behaviors. I believe, when we attain insight we can feel increased freedom and optimism; we no longer feel "stuck" and hopeless in our pain.

I am a Licensed Clinical & Sport Psychologist. My therapeutic style is founded on the belief that individuals have the innate ability to change and self-actualize. I enjoy working with children, adolescents & adults. I encourage clients to be actively involved in their treatment. I rely heavily on an Interpersonal model of therapy withCognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, & Solution Focused techniques. I am gender affirming & specialize in Eating Disorders from a HAES (Health at Every Size) lens, working with LGBTQ+ clients, Substance Abuse, ADD/ADHD, Sport & Performance Psychology, PANS/PANDAS, & Executive Coaching.

Can I help you explore relationships, sex, communication, and all the things that go under the realm of connection and pleasure? I am a LCSW and Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT, licensed in PA and MA. Whether its building self-confidence, enhancing or healing relationships, we work together to develop and achieve your goals. I treat individuals and couples, specializing in anxiety, discordant desires, communication, relationships, and sexual satisfaction and challenges. Is everything else great in your relationship but the sex? My job is to help you build strategies for life's public and private moments.

Vivian Green (2006) said it best; “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.” Let’s be honest, this storm isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. “Weather” you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or hopelessness, I’m here to support you.

Newtown Therapy & Wellness Center is founded on the belief that individuals have the innate ability to change and self-actualize. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, group and family sessions. Our providers conduct psycho-educational, ADHD and psychological assessment services. Our methodology involves encouraging clients to be actively involved in their treatment. We rely heavily on an interpersonal model of therapy while incorporating aspects of dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused techniques. We are a gender affirming space.

I operate from the framework that no human being need to navigate the difficulties of life alone. Life can often times bring us unexpected results. Strong emotions associated with anxiety, depression or trauma can cause us to turn toward certain behaviors and situations to help us cope. When these behaviors and situations become unsafe or unsuitable for what we want in life, it can sometimes become difficult to find our way on our own. I offer an environment that is safe, compassionate and collaborative. My approach allows us to work together to promote your individual strengths that aid in the healing of emotional scars.

Psychotherapy can be a powerful healing tool. I have seen individuals make dramatic changes leading to greater joy and confidence in their lives. Working with a therapist who genuinely cares and listens without judgement is transformative. One can begin to perceive issues in a new way and move on to a more balanced, productive life.

Taking the time and energy to reflect and change is difficult, and it is a privilege for me to part of that process with you! I believe that everyone deserves and is able to achieve peace within themselves, with their bodies, and with their relationship with food. This means no more dieting. No more hatred towards your body. And no more "good and bad" foods. Body acceptance and eating intuitively without shame is possible. While my approach is eclectic and based on your needs and goals, it is always relational, person-centered, and goal oriented in an effort for you to feel better...with some humor mixed in as well!

Are you struggling with body image, your relationship to food, or an eating disorder? Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief, anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts? I can help. I strive to build a trusting relationship with everyone I work with that allows for space to talk through difficult life experiences. I will never label behavior or coping skills as bad or maladaptive. Instead, we will identify the ways these things have helped you cope & survive, and explore if there are other coping skills that will help you in a different way. We will work together to identify your strengths, heal emotional wounds, and express emotions.

I'm currently accepting new clients for in-person and remote-video sessions. It takes courage to make the decision to reach out for help or consult. My approach to therapy is personalized and collaborative. I emphasize each person's unique strengths and help them define attainable goals. I host a safe and non-judgmental space for all, so that we can explore the issues. I work in-depth with people who have lost their spark and are seeking to rediscover a healthy life and regain relationships. I desire to engage in a process of meaningful growth and solutions. Let's create a life we are excited about living.