Therapists in 17520
Bill Adams
Psychologist, MS
Verified Verified
East Petersburg, PA 17520
Strong experiential and training background in systemic therapy and helping clients gain insight and work through family of origin conditioning and and more current relational dynamics.
I am passionate about helping clients move through issues with themselves and others and have a calling to help those having trouble feeling like they fit. I have been described by my clients as sensitive, kind, humorous, highly intuitive and empathic. I look forward to assisting you inquire, discover and ultimately live more consistently as your True Self.
Strong experiential and training background in systemic therapy and helping clients gain insight and work through family of origin conditioning and and more current relational dynamics.
I am passionate about helping clients move through issues with themselves and others and have a calling to help those having trouble feeling like they fit. I have been described by my clients as sensitive, kind, humorous, highly intuitive and empathic. I look forward to assisting you inquire, discover and ultimately live more consistently as your True Self.
Rebecca F Caplan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Petersburg, PA 17520
Not accepting new clients
Rather than taking a standard approach to therapy, I leverage my unique experience & background for precise treatments that take into account individual differences in clients’ mental health issues, genes, environments, social & cultural contexts, gender roles, family systems & lifestyles.
Your concerns and challenges are important to me, but so are your personal stories and strengths. My priorities include active listening and building a strong therapeutic relationship while working in collaboration with clients in developing goals and finding solutions. Together, we will explore what barriers are in your way and which strengths will help you foster a satisfying life. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Messiah University with my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Cum Laude from Villanova University with a B.A. in Business Administration and leverage this unique combination for the benefit of my clients.
Rather than taking a standard approach to therapy, I leverage my unique experience & background for precise treatments that take into account individual differences in clients’ mental health issues, genes, environments, social & cultural contexts, gender roles, family systems & lifestyles.
Your concerns and challenges are important to me, but so are your personal stories and strengths. My priorities include active listening and building a strong therapeutic relationship while working in collaboration with clients in developing goals and finding solutions. Together, we will explore what barriers are in your way and which strengths will help you foster a satisfying life. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Messiah University with my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Cum Laude from Villanova University with a B.A. in Business Administration and leverage this unique combination for the benefit of my clients.
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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.