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Acacia Masso
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
I utilize an integrative therapeutic approach drawing from narrative, IFS, art therapy and somatic perspectives, with some incorporation of ACT, CBT, and DBT skills.
I view clients as the experts in their own lives, and my goal is to create a warm, empathetic, and supportive partnership. I support people experiencing trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. As someone raised in Uganda, South Sudan, and Kenya, moving to the United States as a young adult, I am interested in supporting people processing cross-cultural transition and bicultural identity, as well as intergenerational, communal trauma and survivor’s guilt. As a queer therapist, I enjoy supporting LGBTQ+ clients as well.
I utilize an integrative therapeutic approach drawing from narrative, IFS, art therapy and somatic perspectives, with some incorporation of ACT, CBT, and DBT skills.
I view clients as the experts in their own lives, and my goal is to create a warm, empathetic, and supportive partnership. I support people experiencing trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. As someone raised in Uganda, South Sudan, and Kenya, moving to the United States as a young adult, I am interested in supporting people processing cross-cultural transition and bicultural identity, as well as intergenerational, communal trauma and survivor’s guilt. As a queer therapist, I enjoy supporting LGBTQ+ clients as well.
(610) 421-0542 View (610) 421-0542
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Kendra M Prescott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
These felt (somatic) experiences make it easier to usher in the changes we want for ourselves, bringing the transformation from our heads into the body, and leading to a greater understanding and integration of something new.
I believe in every person's ability to heal, and I can support your journey with skill and empathy as you explore at your own pace. A greater understanding of oneself is within reach where meaningful reflection brings the clarity needed to navigate the things that are hard. Honoring one's experience while nurturing psychological flexibility leads to deep transformation where personal or professional difficulties are handled with greater ease. Healing from hurt, finding your purpose, and connecting to your authentic Self are all available and will bring alignment with what's important for you to live a meaningful life.
These felt (somatic) experiences make it easier to usher in the changes we want for ourselves, bringing the transformation from our heads into the body, and leading to a greater understanding and integration of something new.
I believe in every person's ability to heal, and I can support your journey with skill and empathy as you explore at your own pace. A greater understanding of oneself is within reach where meaningful reflection brings the clarity needed to navigate the things that are hard. Honoring one's experience while nurturing psychological flexibility leads to deep transformation where personal or professional difficulties are handled with greater ease. Healing from hurt, finding your purpose, and connecting to your authentic Self are all available and will bring alignment with what's important for you to live a meaningful life.
(610) 320-2069 View (610) 320-2069
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Karen Ginsburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMT
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in Gestalt therapy, Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing.
Many of us encounter times in our lives when we need support and guidance to find our way. I provide a thoughtful, compassionate and attentive presence in which you can make sense of yourself, your past, your present and your future. I believe when we are truly listened to, we can heal our deepest wounds and develop our capacities to their greatest fulfillment. In over 20 years as a psychotherapist, I have helped people overcome a wide variety of issues, from depression and anxiety to relationship issues, career indecision, and addictions.
I am trained in Gestalt therapy, Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing.
Many of us encounter times in our lives when we need support and guidance to find our way. I provide a thoughtful, compassionate and attentive presence in which you can make sense of yourself, your past, your present and your future. I believe when we are truly listened to, we can heal our deepest wounds and develop our capacities to their greatest fulfillment. In over 20 years as a psychotherapist, I have helped people overcome a wide variety of issues, from depression and anxiety to relationship issues, career indecision, and addictions.
(646) 480-7421 View (646) 480-7421
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Sandra Emmanouilides
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
I utilize a blend of therapeutic approaches including Mindfulness, CBT, Attachment theory, and Somatic Experiencing.
I am an empathic guide who will help you to challenge your limiting beliefs and find your voice. I love working with young adults and adults who are seeking to align with their values, be authentic, and trust their intuitive guidance and compass. Together we examine your patterns of relationship and thought and how early experiences may be impacting you today. By healing and processing past and current stressors, my clients learn how to trust themselves, protect themselves energetically, and develop coping skills that leave them feeling empowered and confident in meeting the world as it changes around them.
I utilize a blend of therapeutic approaches including Mindfulness, CBT, Attachment theory, and Somatic Experiencing.
I am an empathic guide who will help you to challenge your limiting beliefs and find your voice. I love working with young adults and adults who are seeking to align with their values, be authentic, and trust their intuitive guidance and compass. Together we examine your patterns of relationship and thought and how early experiences may be impacting you today. By healing and processing past and current stressors, my clients learn how to trust themselves, protect themselves energetically, and develop coping skills that leave them feeling empowered and confident in meeting the world as it changes around them.
(484) 202-6172 View (484) 202-6172
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Dr. Toni O'Planick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Overwhelmed with anxiety? Frustrated with negative thinking or persistent depression? Maybe you are stuck with sleeping or eating habits that don’t seem to change despite your best attempts. Effective therapy should help you understand exactly why these symptoms exist (likely a very valid reason!) and help you identify a different course of action that is in alignment with the way you want to live. My goal for treatment is to meaningfully reduce the impact of symptoms rather than just learn better ways to “cope” with distress. Although results-oriented, I value being compassionate, encouraging, genuine and non-judgmental.
Overwhelmed with anxiety? Frustrated with negative thinking or persistent depression? Maybe you are stuck with sleeping or eating habits that don’t seem to change despite your best attempts. Effective therapy should help you understand exactly why these symptoms exist (likely a very valid reason!) and help you identify a different course of action that is in alignment with the way you want to live. My goal for treatment is to meaningfully reduce the impact of symptoms rather than just learn better ways to “cope” with distress. Although results-oriented, I value being compassionate, encouraging, genuine and non-judgmental.
(484) 214-2736 View (484) 214-2736
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The Center, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
The Center, LLC is a group psychology practice dedicated to providing top-notch, warm, personal psychological and nutritional counseling services as well as biofeedback and neurofeedback. We have 24 psychologists and a registered dietitian with offices in King of Prussia, West Chester and via Telehealth. Our psychologists specialize in a range of presenting concerns and work with all children, teens and adults. Only doctorate level psychologists are invited to join our team. Our scheduling specialists work hard to match you with a psychologist who fits your personality and specializes in the concerns bringing you into therapy.
The Center, LLC is a group psychology practice dedicated to providing top-notch, warm, personal psychological and nutritional counseling services as well as biofeedback and neurofeedback. We have 24 psychologists and a registered dietitian with offices in King of Prussia, West Chester and via Telehealth. Our psychologists specialize in a range of presenting concerns and work with all children, teens and adults. Only doctorate level psychologists are invited to join our team. Our scheduling specialists work hard to match you with a psychologist who fits your personality and specializes in the concerns bringing you into therapy.
(610) 878-9330 View (610) 878-9330
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Kayla Billger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling trapped inside your mind? You avoid or distract yourself from anxious thoughts or feelings. Stuck in difficult emotions, patterns, and self-judgement. Replaying painful experiences in your head over & over again. You just want to move on. Do these sound like you? If so, I can help! I help clients who are looking to dig deeper to understand themselves, the past, & the “why" behind their patterns. Together, we can learn how to process distressing beliefs & emotions, while creating momentum that leads towards a life that feels meaningful to you. The one where you feel confident, connected, & peaceful.
Are you tired of feeling trapped inside your mind? You avoid or distract yourself from anxious thoughts or feelings. Stuck in difficult emotions, patterns, and self-judgement. Replaying painful experiences in your head over & over again. You just want to move on. Do these sound like you? If so, I can help! I help clients who are looking to dig deeper to understand themselves, the past, & the “why" behind their patterns. Together, we can learn how to process distressing beliefs & emotions, while creating momentum that leads towards a life that feels meaningful to you. The one where you feel confident, connected, & peaceful.
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Kanjana Hartshorne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-IAYT, CCFP, Reiki M
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
In a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a holistic, highly individualized approach tailored to your needs in order to help you attain personal growth and awareness. Together we will work to create an experience where you feel empowered and on a positive path to mind, body, and spiritual wellness. Through collaboration, you will be able to reconcile and understand your past loss/traumas/relationships, overcome your challenges/patterns to live in the present, and make changes so you can grow into your true potential.
In a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a holistic, highly individualized approach tailored to your needs in order to help you attain personal growth and awareness. Together we will work to create an experience where you feel empowered and on a positive path to mind, body, and spiritual wellness. Through collaboration, you will be able to reconcile and understand your past loss/traumas/relationships, overcome your challenges/patterns to live in the present, and make changes so you can grow into your true potential.
(215) 782-6682 View (215) 782-6682
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Carolyn Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Feeling stuck? Let me help. I believe therapy should empower individuals towards developing a healthier relationship with self and others. My general goal when working with clients is to increase authenticity, competence, and open mindedness.
Feeling stuck? Let me help. I believe therapy should empower individuals towards developing a healthier relationship with self and others. My general goal when working with clients is to increase authenticity, competence, and open mindedness.
(610) 897-0641 View (610) 897-0641
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Jaclyn Zeal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19487
Waitlist for new clients
As a trauma-informed relationship therapist, I work with individuals and couples to establish more fulfilling relationships. I help couples improve communication, build trust, strengthen their connection, and heal from past wounds. I help individuals heal and process the past, develop more internal resources, and establish more trust in themselves.
As a trauma-informed relationship therapist, I work with individuals and couples to establish more fulfilling relationships. I help couples improve communication, build trust, strengthen their connection, and heal from past wounds. I help individuals heal and process the past, develop more internal resources, and establish more trust in themselves.
(484) 310-7898 View (484) 310-7898
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Molly Johnston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
I think that therapy doesn’t have to be complicated. As a client you can expect to highlight your strengths, speak to your individual experience in a non-judgmental environment, receive unconditional support from someone you trust, and learn new ways to lessen your pain. Therapy is a wonderfully transformative venture, where two people collaborate on how to navigate the human experience. My approach is strengths-based, person-first, and multifaceted to meet your specific needs.
I think that therapy doesn’t have to be complicated. As a client you can expect to highlight your strengths, speak to your individual experience in a non-judgmental environment, receive unconditional support from someone you trust, and learn new ways to lessen your pain. Therapy is a wonderfully transformative venture, where two people collaborate on how to navigate the human experience. My approach is strengths-based, person-first, and multifaceted to meet your specific needs.
(412) 946-0951 View (412) 946-0951
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Angela Facchinei
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Life can be hard sometimes. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a psychotherapy that, unlike traditional talk-therapy, enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. As an EMDR trained therapist, I provide EMDR therapy to all ages to address stuck memories and help to reorganize past thoughts, feelings and memories that are related to a traumatic event that can oftentimes keep us hooked or stuck from moving forward in work & relationships, preventing us living our best lives. You are worth it and you ARE capable of healing!
Feeling stuck? Life can be hard sometimes. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a psychotherapy that, unlike traditional talk-therapy, enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. As an EMDR trained therapist, I provide EMDR therapy to all ages to address stuck memories and help to reorganize past thoughts, feelings and memories that are related to a traumatic event that can oftentimes keep us hooked or stuck from moving forward in work & relationships, preventing us living our best lives. You are worth it and you ARE capable of healing!
(717) 952-9911 View (717) 952-9911
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Sofia Montgomery
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Waitlist for new clients
As a certified trauma professional, I aim to create a warm, inclusive, brave space in which my clients can explore their life experiences. I believe each individual is unique, as are their therapeutic needs, and I use a variety of evidence-based treatment models including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), IFS-informed, and mindfulness techniques to help guide our sessions. To that end, I also do not believe in pathologizing people, reducing them to a diagnosis or viewing them as a problem to “fix.” I believe in building a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, to help re-define what the therapeutic space can be.
As a certified trauma professional, I aim to create a warm, inclusive, brave space in which my clients can explore their life experiences. I believe each individual is unique, as are their therapeutic needs, and I use a variety of evidence-based treatment models including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), IFS-informed, and mindfulness techniques to help guide our sessions. To that end, I also do not believe in pathologizing people, reducing them to a diagnosis or viewing them as a problem to “fix.” I believe in building a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, to help re-define what the therapeutic space can be.
(484) 998-1405 View (484) 998-1405
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Marci Kennell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
Something has to change and you are ready for it! This is not how you want to continue living your life. Maybe you are feeling completely overwhelmed with anxiety, desperate to break old patterns, and/or ready to process difficult life experiences. I am here to support your journey with a very individualized and holistic approach. My style is warm, collaborative, direct, and down to earth. As a systemic licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I will help guide you in uncovering the root of the issues by exploring your foundational relationships and experiences and then work together to create sustainable change.
Something has to change and you are ready for it! This is not how you want to continue living your life. Maybe you are feeling completely overwhelmed with anxiety, desperate to break old patterns, and/or ready to process difficult life experiences. I am here to support your journey with a very individualized and holistic approach. My style is warm, collaborative, direct, and down to earth. As a systemic licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I will help guide you in uncovering the root of the issues by exploring your foundational relationships and experiences and then work together to create sustainable change.
(610) 379-1453 View (610) 379-1453
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Heather Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
All people have the potential to change, grow and find meaning. Trauma and grief can interfere with this process and cause you to feel stuck. Many challenges that bring people into therapy (for example, relationship issues, depression and anxiety), have their roots in unresolved trauma and grief. As an EMDR therapist, I will help you identify these connections and activate your brain’s own natural ability to heal. EMDR goes beyond the insight sought in traditional talk therapy. By resolving the underlying issues contributing to your problems on a deep, emotional level, we will bring about significant and lasting change.
All people have the potential to change, grow and find meaning. Trauma and grief can interfere with this process and cause you to feel stuck. Many challenges that bring people into therapy (for example, relationship issues, depression and anxiety), have their roots in unresolved trauma and grief. As an EMDR therapist, I will help you identify these connections and activate your brain’s own natural ability to heal. EMDR goes beyond the insight sought in traditional talk therapy. By resolving the underlying issues contributing to your problems on a deep, emotional level, we will bring about significant and lasting change.
(267) 310-1503 View (267) 310-1503

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Tracy DiFonzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wyndmoor, PA 19038  (Online Only)
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, all of which are trauma informed including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Somatic therapy, mindfulness techniques, Solution-focused therapy, and Self-compassion practices.
My clients describe my style as warm and supportive. I am able to connect quickly helping people move forward to their desired path. Therapy is a partnership based on trust and safety to explore various aspects of life such as acute and complex trauma, anxiety, life transitions and relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and Rhode Island practicing in the field for over twenty years. I provide services to individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, panic, relationship/peer issues, self-esteem/self-confidence, life transitions, and everyday issues that arise as part of life.
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, all of which are trauma informed including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Somatic therapy, mindfulness techniques, Solution-focused therapy, and Self-compassion practices.
My clients describe my style as warm and supportive. I am able to connect quickly helping people move forward to their desired path. Therapy is a partnership based on trust and safety to explore various aspects of life such as acute and complex trauma, anxiety, life transitions and relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and Rhode Island practicing in the field for over twenty years. I provide services to individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, panic, relationship/peer issues, self-esteem/self-confidence, life transitions, and everyday issues that arise as part of life.
(267) 692-4835 View (267) 692-4835
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Carly McDade
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
I have certifications in Perinatal Mental Health & Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, and I offer Brainspotting & Reiki to complement talk therapy with somatic and energy-based practices.
Is it difficult to feel present or manage your stress? Do you wish for greater balance in your life? I serve adults & couples who struggle with anxiety, caretaking, grief/loss, and complex trauma. Whatever challenges impact you, I hope together we can explore healthier ways of regulating during emotional uncertainty, as well as empower your voice in the processes of healing.
I have certifications in Perinatal Mental Health & Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, and I offer Brainspotting & Reiki to complement talk therapy with somatic and energy-based practices.
Is it difficult to feel present or manage your stress? Do you wish for greater balance in your life? I serve adults & couples who struggle with anxiety, caretaking, grief/loss, and complex trauma. Whatever challenges impact you, I hope together we can explore healthier ways of regulating during emotional uncertainty, as well as empower your voice in the processes of healing.
(267) 723-7169 View (267) 723-7169
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Jodi Schwartz-Levy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
Now offering virtual and in person therapy. As one of a handful of psychologists worldwide with a doctorate in Somatic (body-oriented) Psychology, I am able to work with the cognitive, emotional, somatic, spiritual, and energetic aspects of a person. I am an ideal therapist for people that have tried traditional therapy and feel that "something was missing".
Now offering virtual and in person therapy. As one of a handful of psychologists worldwide with a doctorate in Somatic (body-oriented) Psychology, I am able to work with the cognitive, emotional, somatic, spiritual, and energetic aspects of a person. I am an ideal therapist for people that have tried traditional therapy and feel that "something was missing".
(215) 995-3191 View (215) 995-3191
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Chandra Campana
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, IBCLC
Verified Verified
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Chandra Campana, LPC has over 20 years of experience treating various populations. Chandra began her practice working with children, adults and families in hospitals, schools and outpatient settings. Chandra’s focus, in recent years, became more specialized towards working with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, and perinatal mood disorders. Chandra’s therapeutic approach combines CBT, psychotherapy, family systems and somatic experiencing techniques in collaboration with a client's needs, lending to an integrative approach.
Chandra Campana, LPC has over 20 years of experience treating various populations. Chandra began her practice working with children, adults and families in hospitals, schools and outpatient settings. Chandra’s focus, in recent years, became more specialized towards working with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, and perinatal mood disorders. Chandra’s therapeutic approach combines CBT, psychotherapy, family systems and somatic experiencing techniques in collaboration with a client's needs, lending to an integrative approach.
(267) 656-7653 View (267) 656-7653
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Maryrose Yerger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conshohocken, PA 19428
I use an integration of somatic, expressive, experiential and trauma informed therapy techniques, gentle movement and mindfulness to assist you in reclaiming your divine spark.
Now Accepting New Clients for May: Individuals, couples, and families- Therapy is a collaborative journey of discovery. It is my belief that our healing lies in the gifts we have yet to uncover. As we learned to exist in this challenging world, these gifts often became clouded or adapted to meet our survival needs. The weight of our past, the stress of our daily lives, and our fears for the future can begin to drag us down and dull our experience. Through a process that is gentle, intuitive and individually tailored my goal is to help you unearth your gifts so you can move through your life with more lightness and ease.
I use an integration of somatic, expressive, experiential and trauma informed therapy techniques, gentle movement and mindfulness to assist you in reclaiming your divine spark.
Now Accepting New Clients for May: Individuals, couples, and families- Therapy is a collaborative journey of discovery. It is my belief that our healing lies in the gifts we have yet to uncover. As we learned to exist in this challenging world, these gifts often became clouded or adapted to meet our survival needs. The weight of our past, the stress of our daily lives, and our fears for the future can begin to drag us down and dull our experience. Through a process that is gentle, intuitive and individually tailored my goal is to help you unearth your gifts so you can move through your life with more lightness and ease.
(215) 770-9024 View (215) 770-9024

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.