Therapists in City Center West, Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Dina Karvounides
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about my work in supporting youth, young adults and their families to address life’s challenges. Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about my work in supporting youth, young adults and their families to address life’s challenges. Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
Arcline Associates Counsel Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Smile! Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/loss); chronic illness/pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A. Conflict Resolution: Adolescent behavioral & school conflict; bicultural, acculturation, assimilation, ethnicity socialization conflict; identity & intergenerational conflict. Stress/Anger Mgmt. Occupational Stress: Welcome Law Enforcement, First Responders, Hospital & Crisis Workers; Aviation Personnel. Parent Child Interaction. Marriage Family Couples Counseling. Emphasis on Family Systems, Relational, Interpersonal, Ecological Theory. Trauma Informed, DBT/CBT. PA Medicare & CHIP Welcome!
Smile! Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/loss); chronic illness/pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A. Conflict Resolution: Adolescent behavioral & school conflict; bicultural, acculturation, assimilation, ethnicity socialization conflict; identity & intergenerational conflict. Stress/Anger Mgmt. Occupational Stress: Welcome Law Enforcement, First Responders, Hospital & Crisis Workers; Aviation Personnel. Parent Child Interaction. Marriage Family Couples Counseling. Emphasis on Family Systems, Relational, Interpersonal, Ecological Theory. Trauma Informed, DBT/CBT. PA Medicare & CHIP Welcome!
Morgan Rakay
Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I often view my work as supporting bodies in transition - in whatever form that comes. Many of my clients are those with medical illness or injury, caregivers, mothers, or trauma survivors who are faced with the impact that change in their physical self has on their mental and emotional well-being. Clients often wish to explore the mind-body connection, integrate non-verbal approaches, or find a new perspective on therapy. I also work with infants and children who deserve the same compassionate care, but don't benefit from verbal therapy in the same way.
I often view my work as supporting bodies in transition - in whatever form that comes. Many of my clients are those with medical illness or injury, caregivers, mothers, or trauma survivors who are faced with the impact that change in their physical self has on their mental and emotional well-being. Clients often wish to explore the mind-body connection, integrate non-verbal approaches, or find a new perspective on therapy. I also work with infants and children who deserve the same compassionate care, but don't benefit from verbal therapy in the same way.
Kerry Hill
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19110
Areas I'm passionate about: chronic illness and hidden disability, self-forgiveness, self-identity, finding your life's purpose and desires, relational conflict, and experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. I believe therapy is inherently political and I don’t shy away from the impact that our society’s history, policies, and practices have on our mental health. I want to help you explore the intersections of your experiences and identities.
Areas I'm passionate about: chronic illness and hidden disability, self-forgiveness, self-identity, finding your life's purpose and desires, relational conflict, and experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. I believe therapy is inherently political and I don’t shy away from the impact that our society’s history, policies, and practices have on our mental health. I want to help you explore the intersections of your experiences and identities.
Elise Gaul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I am an experienced practitioner providing evidenced-based therapies including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, mindfulness and others for processing grief and trauma, lowering anxiety, reducing pain symptoms, and improving mood.
Are you feeling off balance or distressed physically and emotionally due to a recent loss, past trauma, or stressful life circumstances? You need to process your experience plus tools and practices to enjoy a healthy mind-- one that is that is present, focused, responsive, and resilient. Your life is precious. Now is the time to make it the best it can be with positive mind states, a sense of purpose, and connection. A healthy mind is the best predictor of a happy life!
I am an experienced practitioner providing evidenced-based therapies including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, mindfulness and others for processing grief and trauma, lowering anxiety, reducing pain symptoms, and improving mood.
Are you feeling off balance or distressed physically and emotionally due to a recent loss, past trauma, or stressful life circumstances? You need to process your experience plus tools and practices to enjoy a healthy mind-- one that is that is present, focused, responsive, and resilient. Your life is precious. Now is the time to make it the best it can be with positive mind states, a sense of purpose, and connection. A healthy mind is the best predictor of a happy life!
Jessica Zuniga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I have helped people with grief and loss, past abuse, anxiety, depression, self-harm like cutting or picking, overwhelming emotions, health, illness and aging, being human in this crazy world!.
You made it here! Getting to the point where you finally make a connection and start feeling some relief from your burdens, it's a lot. If you schedule with me, you will find that I'm an open, honest person who creates a warm, safe space for you to explore anything and everything that brought you here. I help people untangle their suffering from their daily lives.
I have helped people with grief and loss, past abuse, anxiety, depression, self-harm like cutting or picking, overwhelming emotions, health, illness and aging, being human in this crazy world!.
You made it here! Getting to the point where you finally make a connection and start feeling some relief from your burdens, it's a lot. If you schedule with me, you will find that I'm an open, honest person who creates a warm, safe space for you to explore anything and everything that brought you here. I help people untangle their suffering from their daily lives.
Joy Slabaugh
Associate Mental Health Counselor, LACMH, MA, MS, CFP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Do you experience anxiety individually or in relationships? Do you react when you need to engage? Does your body tense when sex, money, or change are raised? These topics can be uncomfortable for many individuals and partners, especially when we are raised in a culture that shames discussing them. Maybe changes or transitions are presenting challenges and you seek ease. Maybe money is ruining friendships or creating tension with your partner. Maybe you experience sexual pain and are frustrated with how it impacts your romantic relationships.
Do you experience anxiety individually or in relationships? Do you react when you need to engage? Does your body tense when sex, money, or change are raised? These topics can be uncomfortable for many individuals and partners, especially when we are raised in a culture that shames discussing them. Maybe changes or transitions are presenting challenges and you seek ease. Maybe money is ruining friendships or creating tension with your partner. Maybe you experience sexual pain and are frustrated with how it impacts your romantic relationships.
Rachel McQuillan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced past traumas, systemic oppression, life transitions, medical illness, mood disorders, relationship challenges, grief, and loss.
I will be on leave until May 2024 and I'm happy to put you on my waitlist. You should be proud of yourself for taking the first step in seeking help. If you are overwhelmed or struggling, I’m here to support you in getting back to living your life more fully and intentionally. I am a licensed social worker with 10 years of experience. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative space to nurture healing. Importantly, I identify myself as a culturally sensitive therapist. I utilize a Feminist and Intersectional lens in my work, and I have strong social justice values which informs my therapy practice.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced past traumas, systemic oppression, life transitions, medical illness, mood disorders, relationship challenges, grief, and loss.
I will be on leave until May 2024 and I'm happy to put you on my waitlist. You should be proud of yourself for taking the first step in seeking help. If you are overwhelmed or struggling, I’m here to support you in getting back to living your life more fully and intentionally. I am a licensed social worker with 10 years of experience. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative space to nurture healing. Importantly, I identify myself as a culturally sensitive therapist. I utilize a Feminist and Intersectional lens in my work, and I have strong social justice values which informs my therapy practice.
Elizabeth R. Weisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Facing our fears and our pain is not easy but avoidance only prolongs and increases suffering.
THE ONLY WAY OUT IS THROUGH (Robert Frost)... It is human to suffer and it is human to face challenges. When the suffering becomes too great, and the challenges too large, good therapy can play a key role in bringing about change. If you decide to work with me, I would consider it an honor to become part of your journey towards increased health and well-being. When you come to therapy, you will be treated with respect. I bring many years of experience as a therapist, providing both brief evidence-based interventions and long term psychodynamic approach. I will work carefully with you to define and achieve your personal goals.
Facing our fears and our pain is not easy but avoidance only prolongs and increases suffering.
THE ONLY WAY OUT IS THROUGH (Robert Frost)... It is human to suffer and it is human to face challenges. When the suffering becomes too great, and the challenges too large, good therapy can play a key role in bringing about change. If you decide to work with me, I would consider it an honor to become part of your journey towards increased health and well-being. When you come to therapy, you will be treated with respect. I bring many years of experience as a therapist, providing both brief evidence-based interventions and long term psychodynamic approach. I will work carefully with you to define and achieve your personal goals.
Diane M Frankel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I have had over 30 years of experience working with clients who are experiencing difficulties at transition times in their lives. I work with adolescents, adults and the elderly who are going through challenges associated with life cycle changes such as relationship problems, school or job related problems or dealing with chronic or acute medical problems. I work from a family systems perspective and often work with family members of those experiencing the kinds of issues I mentioned above. Many of the clients I work with present with depression, anxiety, anger, significant loss , couples issues and/or parenting issues.
I have had over 30 years of experience working with clients who are experiencing difficulties at transition times in their lives. I work with adolescents, adults and the elderly who are going through challenges associated with life cycle changes such as relationship problems, school or job related problems or dealing with chronic or acute medical problems. I work from a family systems perspective and often work with family members of those experiencing the kinds of issues I mentioned above. Many of the clients I work with present with depression, anxiety, anger, significant loss , couples issues and/or parenting issues.
Francesca Papazis
LPC Intern, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I believe you know yourself better than anyone else. I also believe humans are built for connection, and when you find a therapist that is the right fit for your needs, therapy can be healing. I encourage safety and empowerment during sessions, while compassionately challenging you to work toward your individual goals and embrace your intuitive sense of self.
I believe you know yourself better than anyone else. I also believe humans are built for connection, and when you find a therapist that is the right fit for your needs, therapy can be healing. I encourage safety and empowerment during sessions, while compassionately challenging you to work toward your individual goals and embrace your intuitive sense of self.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Do you ever find yourself excessively ruminating, "beating yourself up," or feeling trapped in those "worst case scenarios"? Do you talk to yourself in ways you would never talk to a friend? I'm here to help you take the first step in challenging those self-critical cycles. Together, we can start the journey of cultivating self-love and acceptance.
Do you ever find yourself excessively ruminating, "beating yourself up," or feeling trapped in those "worst case scenarios"? Do you talk to yourself in ways you would never talk to a friend? I'm here to help you take the first step in challenging those self-critical cycles. Together, we can start the journey of cultivating self-love and acceptance.
Jennifer S Brey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
My goals are your goals! The therapeutic relationship is a unique partnership and the most important place to start this journey. I use an individualized approach, drawing from several therapeutic theories and techniques to meet your specific needs. I can help you manage and reduce anxiety, heal from trauma, and decrease addictive behaviors. Other areas of focus are managing depression, decreasing PNES episodes, processing grief and loss, improving communication, and self-esteem.
My goals are your goals! The therapeutic relationship is a unique partnership and the most important place to start this journey. I use an individualized approach, drawing from several therapeutic theories and techniques to meet your specific needs. I can help you manage and reduce anxiety, heal from trauma, and decrease addictive behaviors. Other areas of focus are managing depression, decreasing PNES episodes, processing grief and loss, improving communication, and self-esteem.
Better Minds Counseling & Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Is your trauma or anxiety keeping you stuck in the same patterns? We are here for you. Helping you is at the heart of Better Minds Counseling & Services, whether you are seeking to thrive individually, as a couple, or as a family. Our expert therapists offer tailored quality online therapy to make a clearer path to growth and a fulfilling life specific to what you desire. Let's transform your struggles into stepping stones towards a satisfying life. Your journey starts here and we are ready to help!
Is your trauma or anxiety keeping you stuck in the same patterns? We are here for you. Helping you is at the heart of Better Minds Counseling & Services, whether you are seeking to thrive individually, as a couple, or as a family. Our expert therapists offer tailored quality online therapy to make a clearer path to growth and a fulfilling life specific to what you desire. Let's transform your struggles into stepping stones towards a satisfying life. Your journey starts here and we are ready to help!
Jilana Jaxon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
My aim as a therapist is to foster a warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative space. I work closely with my clients to help them heal from life’s challenges and create the positive changes they’d like to see in their lives. I'd like to help you find your path to greater peace and wellness.
My aim as a therapist is to foster a warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative space. I work closely with my clients to help them heal from life’s challenges and create the positive changes they’d like to see in their lives. I'd like to help you find your path to greater peace and wellness.
Julio R Vidal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Life is hard. Obstacles can, and often do, arise at a moment’s notice. My goal is to help you overcome these obstacles in a way that aligns with the values that are most important to you. One of my core beliefs is that we already possess the tools we need to succeed, but sometimes, we need help accessing them. I absolutely love what I do, and I will bring that passion to every session we have together. I am now working with a number of insurance companies to make therapy as affordable as possible.
Life is hard. Obstacles can, and often do, arise at a moment’s notice. My goal is to help you overcome these obstacles in a way that aligns with the values that are most important to you. One of my core beliefs is that we already possess the tools we need to succeed, but sometimes, we need help accessing them. I absolutely love what I do, and I will bring that passion to every session we have together. I am now working with a number of insurance companies to make therapy as affordable as possible.
Sanjay R. Nath
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
In the past, clients have described our work together as meaningful, and have found my openness, compassion, and attempts to understand and creatively solve problems refreshing. I believe it is important to work together with clients collaboratively and strive to ensure a level of safety.
In my practice, I attempt to understand the whole person, piecing together the many dimensions of clients' issues.
In the past, clients have described our work together as meaningful, and have found my openness, compassion, and attempts to understand and creatively solve problems refreshing. I believe it is important to work together with clients collaboratively and strive to ensure a level of safety.
In my practice, I attempt to understand the whole person, piecing together the many dimensions of clients' issues.
Jean Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
As a therapist I meet you where you are in life and join with you for a time on your journey to self-improvement. On this journey, it is so important to feel heard. Therapy is about being heard and empowering you to use your voice to be the person you want to be and to lead the life you want to lead. I listen deeply as we work together to identify and meet your therapeutic goals. I believe the environment is a part of the whole person that impacts one’s emotional, mental and physical well-being and needs to be considered in therapy. I invite your feedback regarding what is working and not working for you in our therapy sessions.
As a therapist I meet you where you are in life and join with you for a time on your journey to self-improvement. On this journey, it is so important to feel heard. Therapy is about being heard and empowering you to use your voice to be the person you want to be and to lead the life you want to lead. I listen deeply as we work together to identify and meet your therapeutic goals. I believe the environment is a part of the whole person that impacts one’s emotional, mental and physical well-being and needs to be considered in therapy. I invite your feedback regarding what is working and not working for you in our therapy sessions.
Dana Rummery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
When was the last time you took care of you? As a person that’s taking care of everyone else and the endless task list, you don’t remember the last time you watered your own garden (or where the heck the watering can even is). And even though you are really doing an amazing job taking care of everyone around you, you’re exhausted, burnt out, and wondering when this drought is going to stop. Oh, and by the way, you ARE allowed to fill your own water tank…without feeling guilty and while still caregiving or helping others heal around you. What if you could find a little peace in your day as you do all the 879 things on your list?
When was the last time you took care of you? As a person that’s taking care of everyone else and the endless task list, you don’t remember the last time you watered your own garden (or where the heck the watering can even is). And even though you are really doing an amazing job taking care of everyone around you, you’re exhausted, burnt out, and wondering when this drought is going to stop. Oh, and by the way, you ARE allowed to fill your own water tank…without feeling guilty and while still caregiving or helping others heal around you. What if you could find a little peace in your day as you do all the 879 things on your list?
Kathleen Scheppe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
My clients present a spectrum of needs including navigating substance use, relational distress, chronic health issues, and productivity burnout. Often I assist clients interested in exploring impacts of capitalism, social disenfranchisement, and unhelpful narratives that can create negative self-talk, feelings of hopelessness, and existential anxiety. I identify as part of the queer community and work to support LGBTQIA clients in connecting to community, establishing boundaries, and exploring internalized messages that can impact self-esteem, communication skills, and destructive patterns.
My clients present a spectrum of needs including navigating substance use, relational distress, chronic health issues, and productivity burnout. Often I assist clients interested in exploring impacts of capitalism, social disenfranchisement, and unhelpful narratives that can create negative self-talk, feelings of hopelessness, and existential anxiety. I identify as part of the queer community and work to support LGBTQIA clients in connecting to community, establishing boundaries, and exploring internalized messages that can impact self-esteem, communication skills, and destructive patterns.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.