Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Ambler, PA

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Emily Masko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
I am taking new clients! I can generally schedule new clients for a session within 2 business days. I offer both telehealth sessions as well as outdoor, nature therapy sessions in which we can talk on a park bench or walk along a trail. If you have been struggling to find a therapist, please reach out. Working together, we will explore who you are and create your vision of a healthy, happy life.
I am taking new clients! I can generally schedule new clients for a session within 2 business days. I offer both telehealth sessions as well as outdoor, nature therapy sessions in which we can talk on a park bench or walk along a trail. If you have been struggling to find a therapist, please reach out. Working together, we will explore who you are and create your vision of a healthy, happy life.
(215) 437-3849 View (215) 437-3849
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Javan Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, CSC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Nasim Javan, the owner of Javan Counseling. I have a strong background in providing mental health counseling to adolescents, teens, and adults for over 10 years. My goal is to form a strong bond and partnership with you to determine your goals and how we can reach them together. I'm here to guide you every step of the way and support you through life's ups and downs. My background in treating anxiety disorders, depression, daily stressors, school-based issues, trauma, substance abuse, parenting concerns, and relationship struggles will guide you towards making positive changes for your overall wellness and growth.
Hi! I'm Nasim Javan, the owner of Javan Counseling. I have a strong background in providing mental health counseling to adolescents, teens, and adults for over 10 years. My goal is to form a strong bond and partnership with you to determine your goals and how we can reach them together. I'm here to guide you every step of the way and support you through life's ups and downs. My background in treating anxiety disorders, depression, daily stressors, school-based issues, trauma, substance abuse, parenting concerns, and relationship struggles will guide you towards making positive changes for your overall wellness and growth.
(267) 833-4011 View (267) 833-4011
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Breanna Potts
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping individuals reclaim their power over their life by using their strengths and resiliency to overcome their struggles. I love working with teen girls and young women struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, body image, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and OCD. However, I welcome any person and would be honored to share in your healing journey!
I am passionate about helping individuals reclaim their power over their life by using their strengths and resiliency to overcome their struggles. I love working with teen girls and young women struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, body image, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and OCD. However, I welcome any person and would be honored to share in your healing journey!
(267) 754-2335 View (267) 754-2335
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Erika Pankratz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
Seeking help when in emotional distress can be challenging and isolating, and I hope to bring comfort and relief to that process. It can feel like no one understands what you might be experiencing, or may even be difficult to understand your own emotions. In processing those emotions, thoughts, or experiences, you can work towards achieving clarity, insight, and move forward towards acceptance and change. My initial goal in therapy is to make you feel comfortable and to build a therapeutic and healing relationship.
Seeking help when in emotional distress can be challenging and isolating, and I hope to bring comfort and relief to that process. It can feel like no one understands what you might be experiencing, or may even be difficult to understand your own emotions. In processing those emotions, thoughts, or experiences, you can work towards achieving clarity, insight, and move forward towards acceptance and change. My initial goal in therapy is to make you feel comfortable and to build a therapeutic and healing relationship.
(610) 426-1699 View (610) 426-1699
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Rachael F Rosenfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life sits heavy on our shoulders. This past year has been especially difficult- isolating, ever changing and transforming “normal” as we knew it. We need support along the way to untie knots, approach new solutions and receive warm support, especially during difficult chapters in life. I am a licensed clinical social worker, specializing in helping individuals find solutions with a supportive, problem solving approach. You can expect that therapy with me will prioritize understanding your individual needs and collaboration.
Sometimes life sits heavy on our shoulders. This past year has been especially difficult- isolating, ever changing and transforming “normal” as we knew it. We need support along the way to untie knots, approach new solutions and receive warm support, especially during difficult chapters in life. I am a licensed clinical social worker, specializing in helping individuals find solutions with a supportive, problem solving approach. You can expect that therapy with me will prioritize understanding your individual needs and collaboration.
(267) 204-2779 View (267) 204-2779
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Patrice Heller
Psychologist, PhD, LCP, LMFT, RABBI, DD
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002  (Online Only)
Couples come to therapy often feeling frustrated, defensive, hurt and angry. Love, attraction and shared life goals may have brought them together, but along the way to deeper emotional intimacy couples meet roadblocks. Growing self-awareness and curiosity about their partner helps them appreciate their differences as enriching rather than threatening. Partners realize that each of them has a role in cultivating the quality of their relationship. Partners learn to support each other's growth and expand their horizons together. Their relationship feels more alive and hopeful. Therapy nurtures the art of relationships for all of us.
Couples come to therapy often feeling frustrated, defensive, hurt and angry. Love, attraction and shared life goals may have brought them together, but along the way to deeper emotional intimacy couples meet roadblocks. Growing self-awareness and curiosity about their partner helps them appreciate their differences as enriching rather than threatening. Partners realize that each of them has a role in cultivating the quality of their relationship. Partners learn to support each other's growth and expand their horizons together. Their relationship feels more alive and hopeful. Therapy nurtures the art of relationships for all of us.
(215) 710-8999 View (215) 710-8999
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Ryan Fay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Hi, I'm Ryan, I help young adults, families and teens who are are in the midst of conflict or struggling with their mental health. I use an eclectic approach with a person centered mentality, I also have vast experience in family systems and systemic work. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the field for six years. Hoping to help bring healing to you and your teen, connect with me today. I offer supervision for licensure as well.
Hi, I'm Ryan, I help young adults, families and teens who are are in the midst of conflict or struggling with their mental health. I use an eclectic approach with a person centered mentality, I also have vast experience in family systems and systemic work. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the field for six years. Hoping to help bring healing to you and your teen, connect with me today. I offer supervision for licensure as well.
(215) 273-9836 View (215) 273-9836
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Ernest R Flores
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
I have extensive experience counseling married couples through a number of problems such as infidelity, conflict resolution, blended families, impact of early childhood trauma, and other issues. I integrate modern psychological techniques and therapies with Biblical values and concepts. Psychological techniques such as Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, Family Systems, Emotionally Focused, and Trauma Therapy are highly compatible with Biblical teaching. Couples are affirmed in their Biblical beliefs and encouraged to integrate them with modern psychological understandings.
I have extensive experience counseling married couples through a number of problems such as infidelity, conflict resolution, blended families, impact of early childhood trauma, and other issues. I integrate modern psychological techniques and therapies with Biblical values and concepts. Psychological techniques such as Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, Family Systems, Emotionally Focused, and Trauma Therapy are highly compatible with Biblical teaching. Couples are affirmed in their Biblical beliefs and encouraged to integrate them with modern psychological understandings.
(267) 481-7964 View (267) 481-7964
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Lana Selitsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
Ms. Selitsky received her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Holy Family University in 2014. Ms. Selitsky utilizes CBT, Solution Focus, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Ms. Selitsky has expanded her professional development to study Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ms. Selitsky works with clients age 14 to older adults, utilizing individual, couple/marital modalities.
Ms. Selitsky received her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Holy Family University in 2014. Ms. Selitsky utilizes CBT, Solution Focus, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Ms. Selitsky has expanded her professional development to study Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ms. Selitsky works with clients age 14 to older adults, utilizing individual, couple/marital modalities.
(610) 200-6184 View (610) 200-6184
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Jennifer Stout-Middlecamp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
I have a foundation in humanistic and cognitive behavioral therapies, I am trained in motivational interviewing, and have a specialty in dialectical behavior therapy. I treat mood and anxiety disorders, the impact of trauma, and co-occurring addictive problems. I also help with problems in self-perception, identity, and esteem. Specialty populations include essential workers, professionals maintaining wellness, balance, and recovery, perfectionism, and persons facing difficulties resulting from the impact of chronic bullying, feelings of emptiness, and/or feelings of purposelessness.
I have a foundation in humanistic and cognitive behavioral therapies, I am trained in motivational interviewing, and have a specialty in dialectical behavior therapy. I treat mood and anxiety disorders, the impact of trauma, and co-occurring addictive problems. I also help with problems in self-perception, identity, and esteem. Specialty populations include essential workers, professionals maintaining wellness, balance, and recovery, perfectionism, and persons facing difficulties resulting from the impact of chronic bullying, feelings of emptiness, and/or feelings of purposelessness.
(215) 918-4512 View (215) 918-4512
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Alissa E. Whelan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
I strive to empower children, adolescents and young adults to overcome personal obstacles and find balance by improving their view of self, the world, and interpersonal relationships. I love helping my patients find passion in their lives by removing the blocks that are keeping them from being their best self and learn to live in healthier ways. My focus on behavior and changing unhealthy habits promotes a lifestyle that fosters grounding, mindfulness, and self-compassion into a natural, every day practice.
I strive to empower children, adolescents and young adults to overcome personal obstacles and find balance by improving their view of self, the world, and interpersonal relationships. I love helping my patients find passion in their lives by removing the blocks that are keeping them from being their best self and learn to live in healthier ways. My focus on behavior and changing unhealthy habits promotes a lifestyle that fosters grounding, mindfulness, and self-compassion into a natural, every day practice.
(267) 656-6027 View (267) 656-6027
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Bethany Kassar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
With over 30 years of experience, I create a safe environment to be heard, accepted, and challenged for true growth and happiness. My passion is working with individuals, families, and parents struggling with daily parenting and relationship issues. With a strong background in treating those with addictive behaviors, such as substance use, disordered eating, gaming, and relationship dependencies, I use an individualized, eclectic approach to treat everyone and their families individually, with care, compassion and understanding.
With over 30 years of experience, I create a safe environment to be heard, accepted, and challenged for true growth and happiness. My passion is working with individuals, families, and parents struggling with daily parenting and relationship issues. With a strong background in treating those with addictive behaviors, such as substance use, disordered eating, gaming, and relationship dependencies, I use an individualized, eclectic approach to treat everyone and their families individually, with care, compassion and understanding.
(215) 688-5597 View (215) 688-5597
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Erica B. Bucci
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
Making the decision to begin or restart therapy is tough. We get messages from all around us that we should be independent or "strong," so asking for support can feel like somehow, we've failed. Maybe it gives you anxiety just imagining how you would squeeze one more appointment into your already packed schedule. Less than optimal experiences in therapy might have you tired of searching and worried about who you'll be able to trust. Or maybe you're waiting for the 'right time' to begin. Whatever has brought you to this point right now though, has taken a lot of strength.
Making the decision to begin or restart therapy is tough. We get messages from all around us that we should be independent or "strong," so asking for support can feel like somehow, we've failed. Maybe it gives you anxiety just imagining how you would squeeze one more appointment into your already packed schedule. Less than optimal experiences in therapy might have you tired of searching and worried about who you'll be able to trust. Or maybe you're waiting for the 'right time' to begin. Whatever has brought you to this point right now though, has taken a lot of strength.
(267) 214-6039 View (267) 214-6039
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Kristen Malora
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Ambler, PA 19002
Hi! My name is Kristen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen their relationships and find deeper connection. My clients come to therapy feeling stressed, overwhelmed, burnt out, and anxious. Many are navigating modern parenting or adjusting to the role of motherhood, looking to improve relationships with partners or children that may feel disconnected or tense, attempting to set healthier boundaries or increase balance at work, working to heal from past pain or trauma, or striving to find greater fulfillment overall.
Hi! My name is Kristen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen their relationships and find deeper connection. My clients come to therapy feeling stressed, overwhelmed, burnt out, and anxious. Many are navigating modern parenting or adjusting to the role of motherhood, looking to improve relationships with partners or children that may feel disconnected or tense, attempting to set healthier boundaries or increase balance at work, working to heal from past pain or trauma, or striving to find greater fulfillment overall.
(215) 261-5150 View (215) 261-5150
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Maggie Terrels
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Hi there beautiful human, I'm proud of you for taking the first step to healing. I would be honored to help you along on your journey. I feel passionately about helping people restore their relationships with food and their bodies. I specialize in eating disorders, substance abuse and grief. I am a licensed professional counselor in both PA and NJ. I have a history of working in residential treatment centers for persons with eating disorders and currently work in an outpatient, virtual setting. I pride myself on being warm, empathetic and also direct in my approach. I am also trauma informed.
Hi there beautiful human, I'm proud of you for taking the first step to healing. I would be honored to help you along on your journey. I feel passionately about helping people restore their relationships with food and their bodies. I specialize in eating disorders, substance abuse and grief. I am a licensed professional counselor in both PA and NJ. I have a history of working in residential treatment centers for persons with eating disorders and currently work in an outpatient, virtual setting. I pride myself on being warm, empathetic and also direct in my approach. I am also trauma informed.
(609) 513-8310 View (609) 513-8310
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Hannah Corrado
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Raising a child is an incredible experience for a lot of parents. However, each parent experiences a unique journey while raising their child. Sometimes bringing on a therapist as a teammate can be helpful for families who are struggling to navigate the journey alone. For families with neurodivergent children, building that team can be even more important. Let me be that teammate to help your child improve their ability to regulate their emotions, build stronger peer connections, or navigate anxiety and depression that may develop as a result of differences in how autistic children process the world.
Raising a child is an incredible experience for a lot of parents. However, each parent experiences a unique journey while raising their child. Sometimes bringing on a therapist as a teammate can be helpful for families who are struggling to navigate the journey alone. For families with neurodivergent children, building that team can be even more important. Let me be that teammate to help your child improve their ability to regulate their emotions, build stronger peer connections, or navigate anxiety and depression that may develop as a result of differences in how autistic children process the world.
(267) 719-1624 View (267) 719-1624
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Goldman Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Children, teenagers, and adults all want to feel in charge of their own lives; I believe in fostering your personal growth and change despite any obstacles you might encounter. As humans, we strive to feel capable, considered, content, centered, and connected to others. I will help you realize your inherent strengths; such as, encouraging parents to feel competent in their parenting strategies; guiding children and teens to respect and understand their parents’ values and expectations; bridging gaps in communication between couples and family members; and challenging you or your child to take new, manageable risks in your life.
Children, teenagers, and adults all want to feel in charge of their own lives; I believe in fostering your personal growth and change despite any obstacles you might encounter. As humans, we strive to feel capable, considered, content, centered, and connected to others. I will help you realize your inherent strengths; such as, encouraging parents to feel competent in their parenting strategies; guiding children and teens to respect and understand their parents’ values and expectations; bridging gaps in communication between couples and family members; and challenging you or your child to take new, manageable risks in your life.
(215) 798-7011 View (215) 798-7011
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Danielle Epler
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Life is full of moments when children and their families feel stuck. Is your child is struggling in school, feeling anxious, or having difficulty focusing? As a parent, do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s behavioral difficulties? Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit to help your family get back on the right path or help you understand your child's differences. I specialize in conducting psychological evaluations as well as providing therapy to support children with autism, ADHD, learning disorders, as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression and other behavioral disorders.
Life is full of moments when children and their families feel stuck. Is your child is struggling in school, feeling anxious, or having difficulty focusing? As a parent, do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s behavioral difficulties? Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit to help your family get back on the right path or help you understand your child's differences. I specialize in conducting psychological evaluations as well as providing therapy to support children with autism, ADHD, learning disorders, as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression and other behavioral disorders.
(267) 310-1532 View (267) 310-1532
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Shoshana Trager
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Sometimes we come to therapy because we are experiencing something specific and other times something just feels off. Any time is a good time (I know I have to say that, but I really believe it). I also believe that our experiences occur within the impact of systems (relationships, work, family, communities, school, society etc.). The more we uncover our understanding of how these systems interact, the better we understand our world and ourselves. This helps us disrupt patterns and deepen groundedness and joy. Clients tell me that our work together helps them see themselves more fully and therefore see others more fully.
Sometimes we come to therapy because we are experiencing something specific and other times something just feels off. Any time is a good time (I know I have to say that, but I really believe it). I also believe that our experiences occur within the impact of systems (relationships, work, family, communities, school, society etc.). The more we uncover our understanding of how these systems interact, the better we understand our world and ourselves. This helps us disrupt patterns and deepen groundedness and joy. Clients tell me that our work together helps them see themselves more fully and therefore see others more fully.
(484) 989-6954 x704 View (484) 989-6954 x704
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Courtney Davey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
Are you struggling to feel satisfied in your relationships? Whether the relationship is with a partner, a friend, family, or even with ourselves, it can cause stress, havoc and exhaustion. You might be dealing with mental health challenges, low self-worth, sexual dysfunction or have experienced trauma that can impact your relationships. You may be struggling during pregnancy or postpartum with feeling like yourself and connected to your partner. Fortunately, better communication, an improved sex life, increased self worth, and reduced anxiety are all achievable in our work.
Are you struggling to feel satisfied in your relationships? Whether the relationship is with a partner, a friend, family, or even with ourselves, it can cause stress, havoc and exhaustion. You might be dealing with mental health challenges, low self-worth, sexual dysfunction or have experienced trauma that can impact your relationships. You may be struggling during pregnancy or postpartum with feeling like yourself and connected to your partner. Fortunately, better communication, an improved sex life, increased self worth, and reduced anxiety are all achievable in our work.
(267) 551-6754 View (267) 551-6754

Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.