Therapists in Media, PA

Douglas Achtert is a licensed clinical social worker and received their Master's in Social Work from Bryn Mawr College in 2011. Doug sees adolescents, adults, and couples. They are an empowered meditation teacher in the Theravadan tradition and incorporate this background using a mindfulness based cognitive therapy approach towards clients with depression, grief, substance use issues, anxiety, or bipolar. Doug also utilizes the mind body connection and awareness to help with growth and meeting goals in all aspects of life.

Andrea is a licensed clinical social worker (MSW, LCSW) with 20 plus years’ experience, working with adults across the life span experiencing challenges including depression, post-partum depression, family communication, self-esteem and attachment issues anxiety, grief /bereavement and life transitions. Adopting an eclectic approach, Andrea utilizes CBT, Family Systems Therapy, Strength Based, Solution Focused, and Psychodynamic therapies. A graduate of Widener University School of Social Work, Andrea has experience working in supervision/management/Higher Education, residential, outpatient primary care and private & group practice

Barbara Haines is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2005. She has a BA in Literature from Brown University, a Masters in Social Work from Roberts Wesleyan University, and Registered Play Therapist training from Family & Play Therapy Center. Barbara's practice style focuses on supporting clients of all ages in developing and using their own agency to meet their challenges. Barbara has clinical experience in Child Welfare and Early Intervention.

Tori Capps is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling with concentrations in Trauma Studies and Child/Family Therapy from Arcadia University. Tori is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, with over 4 years specializing in substance use disorders/addictive behaviors, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. She has over 7 years of experience as a domestic violence counselor.

What's important to me is working with others to find meaning in life, to help bring about a greater happiness that's shared. I believe it's possible to do this is we are able to understand ourselves better - we can then understand others and our connections become deeper and more alive.

Hi! I'm so glad you found my profile! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania. I have been in the mental health field providing counseling and life coaching for 16 years and counting. Making the decision to start therapy is a personal one. So the fact that you are here searching for support means you are putting yourself first and ready to work on yourself and/or tackle an issue that is weighing on you. I will be here to support and empower you as you strive to be a happy, healthier and better YOU!

Research shows that individuals in other countries outside of the United States are simply happier. According to U.S. News, the United States comes in at a staggering 19th place, as far as World’s Happiest Countries goes. I have traveled to over 45 countries to gain a better understanding of precisely why this is. I seek to find not only why individuals in other countries are happier, what qualities they possess, in addition to what their daily lifestyles encompass that encourage happiness levels.

The client is in charge of his or her life. My job is to help you change your life in ways that will increase your satisfaction, happiness and success as you define those things. You will want to do more of what you find rewarding and enriching and less of what you find depleting. We will look for patterns that work and identify the patterns that might be good to change. I may be able to help you identify connections to seemingly unrelated things that cause you problems or pain, giving you the opportunity to rethink your choices.

I believe that therapy can be beneficial for anyone who feels that they are not living up to their full potential. I treat adults of all ages and have a background working in college counseling, LGBTQ issues and treating addictions. I work with a variety of obstacles to mental health, including mental illness, stress, feeling down or anxious, and relationship problems. I help clients to define problems, cope and respond in healthier ways, and achieve a deeper understanding and appreciation for themselves. I provide therapy to individuals and couples as well as drug and alcohol evaluations.

Erika Kawamura is a licensed psychologist and a part of the second cohort to become a Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional (Diplomate of ACLM). She obtained her dual degrees in Doctor of Psychology and Master of Science in Human Resource & Organizational Leadership from Widener University in 2007. Her professional interests & areas of specialty include adjustment/life transition issues, health/wellness concerns, career counseling & workplace issues, stress management, ADHD symptom management strategies, anxiety, and depression.

Martine Lennon is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2018. She has an MA in Professional Clinical Counseling from La Salle University and a Bachelor of Psychology from Arcadia University. Martine is a person-centered therapist that helps guide the client on their journey, believing that the client is the expert of themselves. She helps clients develop or increase self-esteem and communicate effectively with others.

We are a group of psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat and welcome all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your individual needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD, and therapy in German, Spanish, and Hebrew.

Dr. Jim is a licensed professional counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR clinician. Dr. Jim’s clinical and research interests include working with adolescents and adults around issues of depression, anxiety, loss, grief and bereavement, trauma recovery, intergenerational trauma, near-death experiences, LGBTQAI, substance abuse recovery, clinical supervision, HIV/AIDS, personality and human development. Dr. Jim believes in the potential of everyone to not only make sense of their mental health issues, but also be empowered to succeed in life by discovering their resiliency, strengths and personal gifts.

We effectively work with individuals with addiction & mental health issues which include depression, anxiety, stress, anger, sexual abuse, low self-esteem, impulsivity, trauma, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorder, schizophrenia, codependency, & relationship issues. They want us to assist them in recognizing their true potential & achieving their goals. They want us to guide, support, encourage, empower, & help them to recognize the error in their thinking. We partner with them to prioritize & assist them in resolving their issues. They want to learn coping skills, how to make better choices, and lead a healthy life.

I view therapy as a collaborative process for growth and healing. I believe in meeting people where they are in life and helping them meet their goals. I provide a supportive environment and will challenge clients to meet their full potential. If you are ready to face your challenges in life, I am here to help.

Life can often present us with obstacles and challenges resulting in stress .Have you been feeling anxious? Not sleeping enough? Are you worried about your job? Have you been concerned about your youngest child starting college? Do you struggle with issues of addiction or trauma, other life transitions weighing you down? Do you have worries about your relationships? All of these stressors can bring you to a place where support, safety and compassion are needed in order to continue on your journey of change. That is where therapy and our work together can help build a foundation for change.

Many individuals who appear to function well nonetheless experience considerable emotional pain. Some suffer in silence, burdened by shame over being unable to "get over it" or "stop feeling sorry for themselves." Others find themselves stuck in self-defeating patterns. Despite a longing for close relationships, they continually alienate others and end up in powerful loneliness. Both groups sense that life is slipping away from them. With perseverance and a willingness to risk opening up, a person can shed these crippling patterns and find greater satisfaction in both relationships and in work.

"It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried." (Carl Rogers, 1961) I view therapy as a journey that is led by clients and work toward guiding others through the therapeutic journey by providing a supportive environment. Therapy is tailored to people's styles, growth edges, and strengths. A collaborative relationship between a therapist and client is essential to working toward self-growth and wellness. I value the use of research informed techniques. I join clients on their therapeutic journey with the ultimate goal of wellness.

I am an experienced clinician with training in a host of treatments and interventions and will tailor a treatment specifically suited to your needs and life circumstances.If you are like most clients, you have been trying to find ways to have a more satisfying and rewarding life that is free of distress and the pain of the past. The good news is that I can help you overcome the symptoms and situations that have been keeping you from enjoying your life the way you deserve. I work with individuals, couples, and provide discrete services for working professionals.