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Dr. Ruiqing Yu
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Have you had a car accident and lost everything, including your career and physical health? Did you have to undergo multiple surgeries to fix your body because of the accident? Are you becoming more and more depressed and easily angry at home? Does your family think you need some help? Have you struggled with a lot of anxiety & OCD since you were young? Do you want to make changes to yourself so your husband and daughters can love again? I use a person-centered approach to build rapport with clients. I provide psychoeducation about what depression & anxiety are and how therapy works to help reduce the unknown feelings.
Have you had a car accident and lost everything, including your career and physical health? Did you have to undergo multiple surgeries to fix your body because of the accident? Are you becoming more and more depressed and easily angry at home? Does your family think you need some help? Have you struggled with a lot of anxiety & OCD since you were young? Do you want to make changes to yourself so your husband and daughters can love again? I use a person-centered approach to build rapport with clients. I provide psychoeducation about what depression & anxiety are and how therapy works to help reduce the unknown feelings.
(484) 592-6170 View (484) 592-6170
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Katelyn Ahern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS , LSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I use psychoeducation to help clients understand the ways in which their family dynamics have shaped the way they build relationships.
Are you dealing with life transitions and trying to find yourself? Are you trying to break the cycle and begin the process of learning to be vulnerable and self-reflect? Are you committed to “showing up”? You may have difficulty finding independence in your unhealthy family dynamics and are working on finding a sense of self outside your relationships. You have dealt with anxiety and negative thoughts and no longer want these issues to hold you back.
I use psychoeducation to help clients understand the ways in which their family dynamics have shaped the way they build relationships.
Are you dealing with life transitions and trying to find yourself? Are you trying to break the cycle and begin the process of learning to be vulnerable and self-reflect? Are you committed to “showing up”? You may have difficulty finding independence in your unhealthy family dynamics and are working on finding a sense of self outside your relationships. You have dealt with anxiety and negative thoughts and no longer want these issues to hold you back.
(484) 939-7741 View (484) 939-7741
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Tina Dwyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
As an Internal Family System's therapist, I find my client's experience healing deeper and faster than any other modality.
Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 25 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which enables trust and communication to flourish.
As an Internal Family System's therapist, I find my client's experience healing deeper and faster than any other modality.
Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 25 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which enables trust and communication to flourish.
(610) 915-8685 View (610) 915-8685
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Jessica Gilpert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380  (Online Only)
I hold a Master's degree from Bryn Mawr College and have 18 years of post-Master's clinical counseling experience in individual, group, couples and family therapy.
I understand that talking to someone you don't know about personal issues is difficult, so I do my best to create a safe and relaxed environment. I primarily work with individuals coping with anxiety issues, depression, borderline personality disorder, bipolar d/o, those on the autism spectrum, self-worth and relationship issues. I have a personal interest in working with veterans, college students and individuals struggling with LGBT+ issues. I'm a pretty authentic, honest person, and I like to find and highlight your strengths, especially when you struggle with that.
I hold a Master's degree from Bryn Mawr College and have 18 years of post-Master's clinical counseling experience in individual, group, couples and family therapy.
I understand that talking to someone you don't know about personal issues is difficult, so I do my best to create a safe and relaxed environment. I primarily work with individuals coping with anxiety issues, depression, borderline personality disorder, bipolar d/o, those on the autism spectrum, self-worth and relationship issues. I have a personal interest in working with veterans, college students and individuals struggling with LGBT+ issues. I'm a pretty authentic, honest person, and I like to find and highlight your strengths, especially when you struggle with that.
(610) 839-8112 View (610) 839-8112
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Andi Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults and families using a blend of eco-systemic family structural therapy, behavioral modification, cognitive behavioral therapy, and humanistic personalized approaches in therapy.
I enjoy empowering young people to pursue peace and healing within themselves, become aware of patterns that have been holding them back, & become confident in their own abilities. I believe we all experience our own unique set of circumstances that subconsciously affect our emotional well-being, our relationships, how we see ourselves, and our interactions in the world. I use a holistic approach in therapy, which means, I look at all aspects of your internal and external environment to help you gain understanding, and discover your best self to begin healing.
I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults and families using a blend of eco-systemic family structural therapy, behavioral modification, cognitive behavioral therapy, and humanistic personalized approaches in therapy.
I enjoy empowering young people to pursue peace and healing within themselves, become aware of patterns that have been holding them back, & become confident in their own abilities. I believe we all experience our own unique set of circumstances that subconsciously affect our emotional well-being, our relationships, how we see ourselves, and our interactions in the world. I use a holistic approach in therapy, which means, I look at all aspects of your internal and external environment to help you gain understanding, and discover your best self to begin healing.
(215) 608-5374 View (215) 608-5374
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Faith Niemcewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Do you need support in stress management, life transitions, trauma, depression/anxiety, developing effective coping strategies, etc? Do you want to feel more "free" emotionally, mentally, & physically, wanting to improve your life for yourself and possible future relationships/children/family? My ideal client is motivated to engage in treatment and reach their goals of becoming more psychologically flexible and strengthening their connections with themselves and those meaningful relationships around them.
Do you need support in stress management, life transitions, trauma, depression/anxiety, developing effective coping strategies, etc? Do you want to feel more "free" emotionally, mentally, & physically, wanting to improve your life for yourself and possible future relationships/children/family? My ideal client is motivated to engage in treatment and reach their goals of becoming more psychologically flexible and strengthening their connections with themselves and those meaningful relationships around them.
(484) 559-6109 View (484) 559-6109
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Alexandra Pool
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
I have adopted a relational based approach while aligning family systems perspective/IFS, CBT, mindfulness, and ACT.
Do you find yourself using your relationship with food as a way to keep your uncomfortable emotions at bay, only to find this emotion pops back up with vengeance after restricting, binging, or purging? Your eating disorder has helped you survive a traumatic and stressful environment, yet you now realize it is no longer needed to keep you afloat. Now what kept you alive for so long is holding you back from moving forward with your life. You want to make a change yet are uncertain how to even start healing your relationship with food and your body.
I have adopted a relational based approach while aligning family systems perspective/IFS, CBT, mindfulness, and ACT.
Do you find yourself using your relationship with food as a way to keep your uncomfortable emotions at bay, only to find this emotion pops back up with vengeance after restricting, binging, or purging? Your eating disorder has helped you survive a traumatic and stressful environment, yet you now realize it is no longer needed to keep you afloat. Now what kept you alive for so long is holding you back from moving forward with your life. You want to make a change yet are uncertain how to even start healing your relationship with food and your body.
(610) 756-2392 View (610) 756-2392
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Tali Vodovis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
My ideal client would be a Female, 20-40 years old, issues including stress, anxiety, depression (mood), and family challenges. They would be interested in learning how to manage their symptoms, explore the origins and/or root cause of current stressors, and learn how to cope and resolve conflict/problem solve. The goal is to help improve their life satisfaction and overall quality of life.
My ideal client would be a Female, 20-40 years old, issues including stress, anxiety, depression (mood), and family challenges. They would be interested in learning how to manage their symptoms, explore the origins and/or root cause of current stressors, and learn how to cope and resolve conflict/problem solve. The goal is to help improve their life satisfaction and overall quality of life.
(484) 939-9739 View (484) 939-9739
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Rhona L Epstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
If you have tried everything to quit addictive eating and nothing seems to stick, it can be devastating. There IS hope! I have been in practice for 30 years. I specialize in helping people overcome addictive eating (compulsive overeating, bulimia, binge eating, emotional eating) and food/weight obsession. I also have extensive experience supporting people dealing with alcohol and drug addictions, codependency and family issues. I love to work with people at all levels of recovery. I use a physical, emotional and spiritual approach. Faith and spirituality is a strong part of my practice as I believe we need to change from the inside out.
If you have tried everything to quit addictive eating and nothing seems to stick, it can be devastating. There IS hope! I have been in practice for 30 years. I specialize in helping people overcome addictive eating (compulsive overeating, bulimia, binge eating, emotional eating) and food/weight obsession. I also have extensive experience supporting people dealing with alcohol and drug addictions, codependency and family issues. I love to work with people at all levels of recovery. I use a physical, emotional and spiritual approach. Faith and spirituality is a strong part of my practice as I believe we need to change from the inside out.
(484) 652-8716 View (484) 652-8716
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Andrew Dyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Are you experiencing depression/anxiety, career issues, substance use issues, relationship issues, and familial issues? Your needs may include identifying and implementing new ways of coping, exploring career options, finding a treatment facility, or acquiring new insights regarding your spouse/family member. A client would work with me to address areas in their life that are contributing to stressors.
Are you experiencing depression/anxiety, career issues, substance use issues, relationship issues, and familial issues? Your needs may include identifying and implementing new ways of coping, exploring career options, finding a treatment facility, or acquiring new insights regarding your spouse/family member. A client would work with me to address areas in their life that are contributing to stressors.
(484) 309-9309 View (484) 309-9309
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Eleanor Benner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
I am certified in Family Based Treatment, the most evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents with eating disorders.
Hi! I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in working with families and their loved ones struggling with eating and anxiety-related challenges. I am passionate about delivering treatments proven by research to be effective that are goal-oriented and provide individuals and families with the skills needed to build a life worth living. I believe that holistic and complete recovery from an eating and/or anxiety disorder is possible. I am also committed to training caregivers, educators and clinicians in prevention, early detection and intervention of pediatric eating disorders.
I am certified in Family Based Treatment, the most evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents with eating disorders.
Hi! I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in working with families and their loved ones struggling with eating and anxiety-related challenges. I am passionate about delivering treatments proven by research to be effective that are goal-oriented and provide individuals and families with the skills needed to build a life worth living. I believe that holistic and complete recovery from an eating and/or anxiety disorder is possible. I am also committed to training caregivers, educators and clinicians in prevention, early detection and intervention of pediatric eating disorders.
(484) 642-8140 View (484) 642-8140
David C Terjanian
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Dr. Terjanian is a cognitive-interpersonal psychotherapist in practice for over 25 years. He has worked with the challenges people of all ages experience including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, addictions, marriage and family difficulties and stress management. His experience ranges from behavioral strategies with parents of young children to concerns of people in their 90's. Additionally, he worked as a school psychologist for 10 years. Dr. Terjanian uses problem solving strategies for people to move forward in their lives. He wants to help you discern how to make healthy changes in your life.
Dr. Terjanian is a cognitive-interpersonal psychotherapist in practice for over 25 years. He has worked with the challenges people of all ages experience including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, addictions, marriage and family difficulties and stress management. His experience ranges from behavioral strategies with parents of young children to concerns of people in their 90's. Additionally, he worked as a school psychologist for 10 years. Dr. Terjanian uses problem solving strategies for people to move forward in their lives. He wants to help you discern how to make healthy changes in your life.
(484) 652-8333 View (484) 652-8333
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Angela Sanson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
Now Accepting New Clients! Hi, I'm Angela and I am a Marriage and Family therapist who works with couples and individuals struggling with self esteem, relationship issues, and understanding themselves and their emotions. You are more than what your struggles are, so I want to emphasize the importance of knowing you as an individual and how all of your relationships, responsibilities, and life experiences impact and shape who you are and how you interact with the world around you. I believe that building and creating meaningful and healthy relationships with ourselves and others has the power to help us live fulfilling lives.
Now Accepting New Clients! Hi, I'm Angela and I am a Marriage and Family therapist who works with couples and individuals struggling with self esteem, relationship issues, and understanding themselves and their emotions. You are more than what your struggles are, so I want to emphasize the importance of knowing you as an individual and how all of your relationships, responsibilities, and life experiences impact and shape who you are and how you interact with the world around you. I believe that building and creating meaningful and healthy relationships with ourselves and others has the power to help us live fulfilling lives.
(484) 729-9405 View (484) 729-9405
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Kelley Nolan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
With my clients & their families, I use a trauma informed & holistic approach, with techniques from Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy & Attachment-Based Therapy.
In therapy, I believe creating a safe, open, and supportive space helps to foster healing and growth. My passion is to help children, teens, and young adults find their unique strengths and skills and use these to build self-confidence and determine their purpose in life. I understand that barriers & challenges can get in the way but my focus is to guide and empower my clients to trust their ability to make it through these challenges and develop healthy ways to cope.
With my clients & their families, I use a trauma informed & holistic approach, with techniques from Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy & Attachment-Based Therapy.
In therapy, I believe creating a safe, open, and supportive space helps to foster healing and growth. My passion is to help children, teens, and young adults find their unique strengths and skills and use these to build self-confidence and determine their purpose in life. I understand that barriers & challenges can get in the way but my focus is to guide and empower my clients to trust their ability to make it through these challenges and develop healthy ways to cope.
(484) 428-6870 View (484) 428-6870
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Meredith Watkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, HHC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I use a range of therapeutic techniques to accomplish this, including DBT, CBT, Internal Family Systems, and somatic and narrative therapies.
Having an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to control your life. I help you or your teenager understand the function their eating disorder has played in their life, and how to create a healthier way to move forward, free of the eating disorder’s rules and fears. When working with teens, I also help parents better understand their child’s experience and how best to support them. While I specialize in eating disorders, I also support clients through parenting, divorce, career transitions, and managing the stressors of everyday life, including break-ups and the often-tricky transition into adulthood.
I use a range of therapeutic techniques to accomplish this, including DBT, CBT, Internal Family Systems, and somatic and narrative therapies.
Having an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to control your life. I help you or your teenager understand the function their eating disorder has played in their life, and how to create a healthier way to move forward, free of the eating disorder’s rules and fears. When working with teens, I also help parents better understand their child’s experience and how best to support them. While I specialize in eating disorders, I also support clients through parenting, divorce, career transitions, and managing the stressors of everyday life, including break-ups and the often-tricky transition into adulthood.
(484) 559-6707 View (484) 559-6707
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Just A Little Help
MA, CAADC, BSL, CPDE
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Combining my counseling/coaching experience, parenting training certification, and behavior management specialty, I have a unique and stacked approach treating behaviors that create obstacles to serenity and joy for yourself and your family.
I have 25 years and an array of experience coaching, counseling and teaching in the areas of addiction, mental health, behavior issues with children, and parenting. I believe in people and the ability to grow. I have a warm and compassionate approach and find laughter as one of the greatest healers. I believe we should be enjoying our lives but sometimes that is difficult. My overall goal is to help clients enjoy a full and happy life.
Combining my counseling/coaching experience, parenting training certification, and behavior management specialty, I have a unique and stacked approach treating behaviors that create obstacles to serenity and joy for yourself and your family.
I have 25 years and an array of experience coaching, counseling and teaching in the areas of addiction, mental health, behavior issues with children, and parenting. I believe in people and the ability to grow. I have a warm and compassionate approach and find laughter as one of the greatest healers. I believe we should be enjoying our lives but sometimes that is difficult. My overall goal is to help clients enjoy a full and happy life.
(610) 624-2175 View (610) 624-2175
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Erin Glasscott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I incorporate different interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, polyvagal theory, and internal family systems.
Are you a young adult dealing primarily with anxiety and life transition issues? This could be a recent college graduate starting their first big job, a major transition. I like walking beside them through these transitions and being an additional support. I also like helping people learn breathing techniques to manage anxiety and learn about polyvagal theory and a bottom-up approach. I enjoy working with clients who can articulate their goals, such as managing anxiety better and working on anxiety in different settings.
I incorporate different interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, polyvagal theory, and internal family systems.
Are you a young adult dealing primarily with anxiety and life transition issues? This could be a recent college graduate starting their first big job, a major transition. I like walking beside them through these transitions and being an additional support. I also like helping people learn breathing techniques to manage anxiety and learn about polyvagal theory and a bottom-up approach. I enjoy working with clients who can articulate their goals, such as managing anxiety better and working on anxiety in different settings.
(484) 989-8503 View (484) 989-8503
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reNEW You Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
(504) 372-0954 View (504) 372-0954
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Chris Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380  (Online Only)
Family work includes assistance moving through normal and unexpected family life cycle transitions.
Chris has been specifically engaged in the profession of counseling for the past 20 years and he holds both an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and an LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Counselor) in Pennsylvania. His practice is part time and focused on development in three main areas- personal, relational, familial. Developmental counseling/ coaching is tailored to the client's specific needs, goals, and desires and requires commitment and effort from the client and Chris in order for goals to be achieved.
Family work includes assistance moving through normal and unexpected family life cycle transitions.
Chris has been specifically engaged in the profession of counseling for the past 20 years and he holds both an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and an LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Counselor) in Pennsylvania. His practice is part time and focused on development in three main areas- personal, relational, familial. Developmental counseling/ coaching is tailored to the client's specific needs, goals, and desires and requires commitment and effort from the client and Chris in order for goals to be achieved.
(484) 878-5283 View (484) 878-5283
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Marquia Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
An ideal client for me is someone who has difficulty managing their emotions, engages in frequent negative thinking, and has trouble communicating their needs with family and friends. They want to decrease their anxious or depressive behaviors but have little knowledge of how to begin regulating their emotions.
An ideal client for me is someone who has difficulty managing their emotions, engages in frequent negative thinking, and has trouble communicating their needs with family and friends. They want to decrease their anxious or depressive behaviors but have little knowledge of how to begin regulating their emotions.
(484) 218-5618 View (484) 218-5618
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.