Feminist Therapists in Carlisle, PA
My intention as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space to support your journey of healing and self-discovery. I believe that the therapeutic relationship works best when it is built on a foundation of trust and authenticity, providing an ideal environment to explore emotions, create strategies to manage life's stressors, and to enhance your overall health and wellbeing. I view each individual through a holistic lens, combining mindfulness-based techniques, a person-centered approach, and believe in the mind-body connection. Yoga can also be added to sessions as a way to process emotions and to address self-care.
My intention as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space to support your journey of healing and self-discovery. I believe that the therapeutic relationship works best when it is built on a foundation of trust and authenticity, providing an ideal environment to explore emotions, create strategies to manage life's stressors, and to enhance your overall health and wellbeing. I view each individual through a holistic lens, combining mindfulness-based techniques, a person-centered approach, and believe in the mind-body connection. Yoga can also be added to sessions as a way to process emotions and to address self-care.
Kirsten Baehr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlisle, PA 17013
Hello! My name is Kirsten, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in the fields of mental health and addiction since 2008, and have done everything from community-based care to inpatient; school-based to intensive. Along with my experience with addiction, I also do work in trauma, LGBTQIA+, anxiety management, and self-regulation from a recovery-focused model. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults doing both group and individual therapy. I take a great deal of pride in helping others see their potential, as well as what they can achieve in their growth and healing journey.
Hello! My name is Kirsten, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in the fields of mental health and addiction since 2008, and have done everything from community-based care to inpatient; school-based to intensive. Along with my experience with addiction, I also do work in trauma, LGBTQIA+, anxiety management, and self-regulation from a recovery-focused model. I also have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults doing both group and individual therapy. I take a great deal of pride in helping others see their potential, as well as what they can achieve in their growth and healing journey.
Crystal Oakman (Formerly Rice)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW, Author
Verified Verified
Carlisle, PA 17013
I utilize a whole-person approach to emotional and mental wellness. My one-of-a-kind strategy blends therapeutic techniques from human services with a focused, consultative approach. This unique fusion allows me to offer a service that goes beyond traditional therapy and where others may have been unsuccessful, providing you with support unlike anything else. Our sacred space a collaborative endeavor. This work is non-linear, resembling a tapestry where progress may unfold in unexpected ways. Your success is not just a destination; it's a testament to the real work we will do together.
I utilize a whole-person approach to emotional and mental wellness. My one-of-a-kind strategy blends therapeutic techniques from human services with a focused, consultative approach. This unique fusion allows me to offer a service that goes beyond traditional therapy and where others may have been unsuccessful, providing you with support unlike anything else. Our sacred space a collaborative endeavor. This work is non-linear, resembling a tapestry where progress may unfold in unexpected ways. Your success is not just a destination; it's a testament to the real work we will do together.
Brie Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlisle, PA 17015
I accept clients in NM and PA with Blue Cross, United, Aetna, Geisinger, and out of pocket payments. In person available in Rio Rancho, NM. Clients I see often want to adopt a holistic lifestyle, focusing on overall wellness.and those who are trying to find their true self and their passions. This may be due to loss, life change, coming of age, or focus on others rather than self. They often want to learn to balance roles in life and find the truth in their own purpose. Common reasons for starting therapy include anxiety, gender/sexual identity, addiction, relationship distress, grief, depression, and psychedelic integration.
I accept clients in NM and PA with Blue Cross, United, Aetna, Geisinger, and out of pocket payments. In person available in Rio Rancho, NM. Clients I see often want to adopt a holistic lifestyle, focusing on overall wellness.and those who are trying to find their true self and their passions. This may be due to loss, life change, coming of age, or focus on others rather than self. They often want to learn to balance roles in life and find the truth in their own purpose. Common reasons for starting therapy include anxiety, gender/sexual identity, addiction, relationship distress, grief, depression, and psychedelic integration.
Michelle Braceras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carlisle, PA 17013 (Online Only)
We all have a story to tell. We are made of thousands of them. Therapy can offer a fresh perspective through a clear lens. It can help wipe the fog off your glasses with the help of an objective outlook. You may feel like you are seeing Signs. Or hearing Sirens. Maybe from a direct big-T-Trauma, or the discreet little-t traumas that cause nagging stress. Maybe challenges are manifesting subtly throughout the fabric of your relationships. Whatever it is, you don't need to manage Your Story alone. You are worth it.
We all have a story to tell. We are made of thousands of them. Therapy can offer a fresh perspective through a clear lens. It can help wipe the fog off your glasses with the help of an objective outlook. You may feel like you are seeing Signs. Or hearing Sirens. Maybe from a direct big-T-Trauma, or the discreet little-t traumas that cause nagging stress. Maybe challenges are manifesting subtly throughout the fabric of your relationships. Whatever it is, you don't need to manage Your Story alone. You are worth it.
You wonder what happened - the two of you planned a wonderful life together, but you're feeling confused and disconnected. You know that you love one another. You tried to bridge the gap but your efforts seem to fall through the cracks. You would like to be able to show your care and appreciation without feeling rejected. You want to feel that you can communicate your needs and wants and love well without causing a fight.
You wonder what happened - the two of you planned a wonderful life together, but you're feeling confused and disconnected. You know that you love one another. You tried to bridge the gap but your efforts seem to fall through the cracks. You would like to be able to show your care and appreciation without feeling rejected. You want to feel that you can communicate your needs and wants and love well without causing a fight.
Donna J Cardinal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BASW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carlisle, PA 17013 (Online Only)
There are times in life when you may need someone to talk to. Do you long for a greater sense of balance in your life? Therapy can help you with making difficult decisions, changing problematic behaviors and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am Donna J Cardinal. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I provide individual, couples and family counseling. I am accepting new clients.
There are times in life when you may need someone to talk to. Do you long for a greater sense of balance in your life? Therapy can help you with making difficult decisions, changing problematic behaviors and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am Donna J Cardinal. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I provide individual, couples and family counseling. I am accepting new clients.
Nicole E Matero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carlisle, PA 17013 (Online Only)
Therapy is a journey towards self-discovery, empowerment, and balance. Do you ever feel that you may be getting in the way of yourself in your efforts to live a rich and fulfilling life? Maybe you feel unmotivated or disconnected from a sense of joy. Life can be stressful with unexpected changes, relationship struggles, grief and loss, life transitions, sexual identity issues, social struggles, and current or previous trauma disrupting your day-to-day functioning. This often creates an out-of-control feeling with your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and behaviors.
Therapy is a journey towards self-discovery, empowerment, and balance. Do you ever feel that you may be getting in the way of yourself in your efforts to live a rich and fulfilling life? Maybe you feel unmotivated or disconnected from a sense of joy. Life can be stressful with unexpected changes, relationship struggles, grief and loss, life transitions, sexual identity issues, social struggles, and current or previous trauma disrupting your day-to-day functioning. This often creates an out-of-control feeling with your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and behaviors.
As a practitioner, I specialize in helping clients who are seeking a deeper connection with their souls. My clients are often individuals who are aware of their life experiences and traumas, yet they feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, and shame. I primarily work with creative individuals who may struggle with self-doubt, lack of motivation, and feelings of guilt or isolation. I assist these clients in understanding themselves and their unconscious layers in a new way. My approach is safe, supportive, trauma-informed, and spiritually integrative, and clients report feeling seen and heard.
As a practitioner, I specialize in helping clients who are seeking a deeper connection with their souls. My clients are often individuals who are aware of their life experiences and traumas, yet they feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, and shame. I primarily work with creative individuals who may struggle with self-doubt, lack of motivation, and feelings of guilt or isolation. I assist these clients in understanding themselves and their unconscious layers in a new way. My approach is safe, supportive, trauma-informed, and spiritually integrative, and clients report feeling seen and heard.
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Colleen Torrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (Online Only)
Are you a neurodivergent woman who feels like you’re living in a world that wasn’t made for you? The parts about yourself that you love—your interest in new hobbies, your tendency to daydream—make you feel like you don’t quite belong. You often feel bored, distracted, and disconnected from others, often analyzing social situations to try and pinpoint where you went wrong. You spend so much time masking your ADHD or autism that you’re not entirely sure who you really are anymore. You want to find a way to go through life that doesn’t force you to change, but instead celebrates the real, authentic version of you.
Are you a neurodivergent woman who feels like you’re living in a world that wasn’t made for you? The parts about yourself that you love—your interest in new hobbies, your tendency to daydream—make you feel like you don’t quite belong. You often feel bored, distracted, and disconnected from others, often analyzing social situations to try and pinpoint where you went wrong. You spend so much time masking your ADHD or autism that you’re not entirely sure who you really are anymore. You want to find a way to go through life that doesn’t force you to change, but instead celebrates the real, authentic version of you.
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Gabrielle Rocchino
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is grounded in the principles of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and feminist theories.
Are you looking to feel freed up from anxious and self-deprecating thought patterns? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself? Are you hoping to live a more empowered life and make room for the fullness of all that makes you, you? If any of this seems to ring true for you, welcome! It is my privilege to join individuals in the navigation of challenges and stuck points, to celebrate your wins, and lean into pride. In your search for therapeutic support, my hope is that you are reminded that you are deserving of connection, clarity and a fulfilled life.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the principles of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and feminist theories.
Are you looking to feel freed up from anxious and self-deprecating thought patterns? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself? Are you hoping to live a more empowered life and make room for the fullness of all that makes you, you? If any of this seems to ring true for you, welcome! It is my privilege to join individuals in the navigation of challenges and stuck points, to celebrate your wins, and lean into pride. In your search for therapeutic support, my hope is that you are reminded that you are deserving of connection, clarity and a fulfilled life.
Chelsey Cofone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341 (Online Only)
Using a feminist framework, I teach skills based on client needs from multiple therapeutic modalities.
As a therapist specializing in working with teens, college-age students, and adults navigating life transitions, my primary goal is to cultivate a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can freely express yourself. Together, we'll collaboratively establish therapy goals tailored to your individual needs. Through our sessions, we'll delve into the underlying factors contributing to your challenges, which may involve exploring past experiences, understanding thought patterns, and addressing present obstacles.
Using a feminist framework, I teach skills based on client needs from multiple therapeutic modalities.
As a therapist specializing in working with teens, college-age students, and adults navigating life transitions, my primary goal is to cultivate a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can freely express yourself. Together, we'll collaboratively establish therapy goals tailored to your individual needs. Through our sessions, we'll delve into the underlying factors contributing to your challenges, which may involve exploring past experiences, understanding thought patterns, and addressing present obstacles.
Ashley Ruhl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elizabethtown, PA 17022 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here, taking the steps to find what you need- whether that be to learn more about yourself, develop skills to cope with being a human in this difficult world, or to just be heard in a loving space. LGBTQIA+ affirming, intersectional feminist, sex-positive. I specialize in working with female and non-binary folks ages pre-adolescence into adulthood from all backgrounds and lifestyles. I am currently not accepting men or young children. I specialize in working through issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, interpersonal relationship struggles, and adjusting through life's hardships.
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here, taking the steps to find what you need- whether that be to learn more about yourself, develop skills to cope with being a human in this difficult world, or to just be heard in a loving space. LGBTQIA+ affirming, intersectional feminist, sex-positive. I specialize in working with female and non-binary folks ages pre-adolescence into adulthood from all backgrounds and lifestyles. I am currently not accepting men or young children. I specialize in working through issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, interpersonal relationship struggles, and adjusting through life's hardships.
Elizabeth C Mattia
Pre-Licensed Professional, CMHC, Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chadds Ford, PA 19317 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic with a touch of humanistic theories such as emotion-focused, feminist, and narrative.
You may be here experiencing emotional pain, feeling stuck, sadness, fear, or generally unheard or not understood. You may have experienced different kinds of loss or trauma but have never had space granted to hold or process it. Perhaps you’re looking to more fully understand who you are and dive deeper into why, or just a space to unload daily stresses. Shame and guilt can show up in our lives in ways we sometimes don’t quite understand. While I do work with many populations, I find I work well with women and LGBTQIA+ folx who have endured, searching for someone to truly listen, hear, and empower to live with authenticity.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic with a touch of humanistic theories such as emotion-focused, feminist, and narrative.
You may be here experiencing emotional pain, feeling stuck, sadness, fear, or generally unheard or not understood. You may have experienced different kinds of loss or trauma but have never had space granted to hold or process it. Perhaps you’re looking to more fully understand who you are and dive deeper into why, or just a space to unload daily stresses. Shame and guilt can show up in our lives in ways we sometimes don’t quite understand. While I do work with many populations, I find I work well with women and LGBTQIA+ folx who have endured, searching for someone to truly listen, hear, and empower to live with authenticity.
Elisabeth Henriques
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17603 (Online Only)
Throughout treatment, I utilize different approaches and skills such as dialectical and cognitive behavioral interventions, parts work, feminist theory in relation to marginalized identities, and narrative techniques to ensure that you feel empowered to tell your story and hold agency over its meaning.
My name is Liz Henriques, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience in a variety of mental health settings. My role as your therapist is joining you on your journey to self-improvement and understanding while being fully present and actively listening to ensure you feel heard and understood. First and foremost, my work is always person-centered; empathy and collaboration are the core of my therapeutic approach. My communication style is direct, but warm. I also enjoy bringing some light humor into the therapy room.
Throughout treatment, I utilize different approaches and skills such as dialectical and cognitive behavioral interventions, parts work, feminist theory in relation to marginalized identities, and narrative techniques to ensure that you feel empowered to tell your story and hold agency over its meaning.
My name is Liz Henriques, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience in a variety of mental health settings. My role as your therapist is joining you on your journey to self-improvement and understanding while being fully present and actively listening to ensure you feel heard and understood. First and foremost, my work is always person-centered; empathy and collaboration are the core of my therapeutic approach. My communication style is direct, but warm. I also enjoy bringing some light humor into the therapy room.
She takes a feminist and culturally competent approach to therapy.
Tori DiPinto is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. In those years she has worked with eating disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and the LGBTQA+ population. She is proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
She takes a feminist and culturally competent approach to therapy.
Tori DiPinto is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. In those years she has worked with eating disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and the LGBTQA+ population. She is proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
Stacy Clarke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avis, PA 17721
I use an integrated approach rooted in feminist theory, and that focuses on how trauma currently shows up in our lives.
Hello! Throughout my ten years in the mental health field, I have worked in settings that range from inpatient to outpatient, as well as school and mobile. My clients represent all stages across the lifespan. My passion is helping clients to address a variety of needs, many of which stem from prior traumatic or dysfunctional patterns, as well as to help them find a more fulfilling balance. I often see clients suffer from imposter and/or Wonder Woman syndrome, frequently manifesting as suicidal ideation, depression, and/or anxiety.
I use an integrated approach rooted in feminist theory, and that focuses on how trauma currently shows up in our lives.
Hello! Throughout my ten years in the mental health field, I have worked in settings that range from inpatient to outpatient, as well as school and mobile. My clients represent all stages across the lifespan. My passion is helping clients to address a variety of needs, many of which stem from prior traumatic or dysfunctional patterns, as well as to help them find a more fulfilling balance. I often see clients suffer from imposter and/or Wonder Woman syndrome, frequently manifesting as suicidal ideation, depression, and/or anxiety.
My approach is eclectic, collaborative, and utilizes CBT, mindfulness, Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT), Feminist theory, and occasional Dialectics (DBT) to understand clients’ challenges and worldview.
When managing the day to day struggles, it may be hard to identify when something is wrong. At times, it can be even harder to ask for help. The step to reach out to a therapist is tough, so recognize your strength in this moment. Collaboratively, we can navigate the hurdles of your past, the difficulties of today, the worries impacting your future, and locate a community to support your overall well-being.
My approach is eclectic, collaborative, and utilizes CBT, mindfulness, Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT), Feminist theory, and occasional Dialectics (DBT) to understand clients’ challenges and worldview.
When managing the day to day struggles, it may be hard to identify when something is wrong. At times, it can be even harder to ask for help. The step to reach out to a therapist is tough, so recognize your strength in this moment. Collaboratively, we can navigate the hurdles of your past, the difficulties of today, the worries impacting your future, and locate a community to support your overall well-being.
I am a masters level therapist who specializes in working with LGBTQIA individuals and those experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, trauma, grief, and other life transitions. I am a HAES aligned therapist who uses a social justice, feminist, and trauma-informed lens in my work. As a person-centered therapist, I will meet clients where they are in their mental health journeys to help them better understand themselves and work toward healing through a variety of techniques that matches the clients' needs.
I am a masters level therapist who specializes in working with LGBTQIA individuals and those experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, trauma, grief, and other life transitions. I am a HAES aligned therapist who uses a social justice, feminist, and trauma-informed lens in my work. As a person-centered therapist, I will meet clients where they are in their mental health journeys to help them better understand themselves and work toward healing through a variety of techniques that matches the clients' needs.
Brian Mullan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17603 (Online Only)
Hey there! I'm Brian Mullan, a licensed professional counselor. I believe firmly in client empowerment and autonomy, and I work with individuals to overcome challenges in order to achieve their maximum possible growth. My approach is client-centered and emphasizes holistic wellness. My preferred theoretical approaches include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), and solution-focused therapy, utilizing a feminist and multicultural lens.
Hey there! I'm Brian Mullan, a licensed professional counselor. I believe firmly in client empowerment and autonomy, and I work with individuals to overcome challenges in order to achieve their maximum possible growth. My approach is client-centered and emphasizes holistic wellness. My preferred theoretical approaches include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), and solution-focused therapy, utilizing a feminist and multicultural lens.
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How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.