Therapists in Hockessin, DE

Dr. Stephanie Higgins received her doctoral degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D. C. , an APA-accredited program. Dr. Higgins completed her post-doctoral internship at Mid-Atlantic Behavioral Health, and completed her pre-doctoral internship at Christiana Care working both with outpatient perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as in the capacity of an integrated health psychologist in a primary care setting. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Lehigh University.

In practice in Delaware I am focused on offering services that fit for a small group of people who are looking for specific attention for their felt unique experiences. My belief is that every one has this valid experience of themselves and that some people find this occurs with greater ease than others. My niche seems to be connecting with people who feel out of a box, or caught between the cracks. At the same time everyone is unique including my clients who feel more “every day”. In PA I eased into practice and though I then went to open my office to continue a bit further south(Glen Mills) it allows me to seeing people in PA.

HI, I'm Monica, I am a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor, Certified Temperament Therapist & Coach. In addition, I am advanced certified in family and marital therapy. I consider it a great honor to work with clients of all walks in their journey toward healing and wholeness. I work with girls ages 12 through womanhood. It is my desire and mission to meet you right where you are. I believe it is imperative to build trust with every client by providing a non-judgmental safe haven environment.

Licensed Psychologist / Career Development Specialist. I provide individual counseling and psychotherapy, working with clients across the life-span treating stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, eating disorders, relationship issues, and adjustment to change. I believe that a strong working relationship between therapist and client is essential to promote change and healing. My therapeutic style is collaborative and active, including support and empathy as well as cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches. Many clients say that they appreciate my focus on identifying and working toward their goals.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in the use of EMDR, BSP (Brain Spotting), Internal Family Systems Therapy as well as RLT, AEDP, DBT, and ERP. I am also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Certified Nutrition Coach. As a former D1 athlete, my approach to psychotherapy is a holistic one. My clients have specifically appreciated the rate at which they are able to experience benefits from therapy. I work out of two offices, one on Main Street in Newark (within walking distance of University of Delaware), the other in Elkton.

Kathy Deford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Delaware who has been practicing since 2011. She has an M. A in Counseling. Kathy has been employed in the mental health field for 20 years in a variety of settings, including as a therapist in a partial hospital day program, and working with veterans needing mental health treatment. She also has had significant experience with clients needing substance use treatment and their families. Kathy believes the process of therapy is one of collaboration and cooperation.

Welcome to a new chapter of your life! As your therapist, I am here to cheer you on as you navigate the ups and downs, the challenges, and the celebrations as you make those changes. In therapy, you will learn that YOU are your best therapeutic tool. We are all deserving of help if we need it. It's okay to seek support to be the healthiest version of yourself! Therapy is a commitment to making the changes you want to see in your life. Just by searching for a therapist, you have already taken a big step!

These are unprecedented times that challenge all of us. As humans, we perceive uncertainty as a threat, which can lead to anxiety or depression in otherwise healthy individuals. In my practice, my associates and I focus on attachment and trauma as root causes of anxiety and depression. We go beyond symptom relief to help our clients understand how they came to be anxious or depressed and what to do about it.

I am a high- energy, thoughtful well-educated professional who knows how to listen and make a positive relationship with clients looking for support. My diverse background allows me to adapt my skills to your needs. I operate through a strengths -based perspective allowing you to view yourself through a positive lens.I offer supervision for MSW students, help professionals pass the LCSW and offer a peer supervision group each month.Call for more information at 302-383-2078

I’m a Mental Health therapist that provides telehealth services to adults that are struggling with grief and trauma. I am a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist, EMDR Trained, and Trauma-Informed Care. If I could treat and teach more about grief and trauma for the rest of my life, I would continue to do so every day. When considering an ideal client, I think of a person that is eager for change and has the willingness to learn. I feel passionate about my work with people and how I can continue to help them reach their goals through counseling and become healthier.

I enjoy working with teens, adults of all ages, and couples who experience anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, identity issues, impulsivity, life transition, panic, perfectionism, self compassion concerns, sensory issues, stress and/or trauma. My ideal client is open to pushing themselves past their comfort zone to take their lives from being comfortably numb to flourishing. My ideal client is ready to do the work necessary to improve their lives and expect positive results that come from doing introspective work. My Mission is to help my clients reach their fullest potential and become the best people they can be.

I see clients in Newark and Lewes Delaware. I am seasoned clinician of thirty five years. I have been in private practice for 25 years and am within walking distance of the University of Delaware. I also have a in person practice in Lewes De. I am successful with issues of anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, addictions, and relational concerns.

The Institute for Community Mental Health Clinic at the University of Delaware provides comprehensive evaluations and psychotherapy to children, families, and adults to the community. The center serves as a training site for graduate level students in the Clinical Psychology program under the direction of the Clinic Director, Keith Bredemeier, Ph.D., and the faculty members from the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. The center uses evidence-based therapies, empirically supported as effective treatments.

I work with patients presenting with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss and more.