Therapists in Quakertown, PA

I specialize in working with individuals who grapple with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and substance abuse. If you find yourself feeling disconnected from your true self or struggling to prioritize your needs, our work together will focus on unraveling the layers that hinder self-awareness and authentic living.

Bill has received recognition for his work with couples, as well as individual adults and teenagers. He helps people find their way out of depression, anxiety, panic, anger, stress, mistrust, addiction of all types, trauma, harmful behavior, attention issues, and more. He works with individuals, couples, and families of all backgrounds. Bill helps bring positive change in relationships. He understands that clients often feel helpless or stuck and helps people rediscover their inner strength. He provides emotional tools and ideas to help improve their relationships and their lives. He has written a book covering some of these tools and concepts.

Art Therapy sessions give your child a space to TRULY be themselves. Whether your child needs a space to process difficult life situations, freedom to be uniquely themselves, or wildly creative, I will offer them a safe and open-minded space to do so. We can learn ways to manage stress, fear, and other challenging emotions that are appropriate for their developmental level. They will have access to a wide variety of art materials and the ability to integrate drumming, play, and other expressive modalities depending on their (and parent supported) therapeutic goals.

Reaching out for help can be a difficult decision. It is crucial to find a therapist who displays warmth, compassion, empathy, attentiveness and a safe space to facilitate self-understanding and healing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, my approach focuses on helping you find specific personality strengths to promote growth while increasing self-awareness. I have comprehensive experience and training in treating acute anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationship conflict and addiction. I am flexible in adapting my therapeutic approach to support your unique needs.

I work with clients in order to help them to find wellness and balance. People often face difficulties with life's challenges, whether it's a temporary struggle or something that has been a long standing problem, I strive to empower my clients to find their own inner resources. We all have our own unique sources of strength and resiliency to deal with difficulties. My goal is to help guide you to your own strength by listening, engaging genuinely, and providing practical tools that you can use in your every day life.

Seeking mental health therapy for the first time can be daunting. Thanks to the media and cultural stigmas, many people are embarrassed or anxious to reach out for help. But asking for help isn’t a mark against someone’s character. Instead, it shows they’ve realized there’s an area in which they want to improve, and they know they’ll need some help to do so. It’s okay to ask for guidance along your self-improvement journey, and Lehigh Valley Counselors are here to help. Prioritizing your well-being is one of the best things you can do for yourself.

It can be scary and uncomfortable asking for help; I'm here to be a guide as you maneuver through this interesting journey we call life. I can offer a safe space where we can look at the parts and pieces you don't share with others and put them back to together again. Becoming more aware of how we perceive and interact with the world and those around us can be challenging but I am here to help find a way.

As a psychologist practicing over the past 20 years, I have helped adults manage difficult life events, transitional stress, loss, emotional trauma and a variety of symptoms related to depression, anxiety and other emotional concerns. My integrative approach to therapy is informed by humanistic, existential, relational, cognitive and behavioral theories. I work with each individual to guide them through a process of developing greater self-awareness, self-understanding, and, ultimately, self-efficacy.

I have a foundation in humanistic and cognitive behavioral therapies, I am trained in motivational interviewing, and have a specialty in dialectical behavior therapy. I treat mood and anxiety disorders, the impact of trauma, and co-occurring addictive problems. I also help with problems in self-perception, identity, and esteem. Specialty populations include essential workers, professionals maintaining wellness, balance, and recovery, perfectionism, and persons facing difficulties resulting from the impact of chronic bullying, feelings of emptiness, and/or feelings of purposelessness.

Let's work together to help you live your best life: Whatever that means and looks like for you! I believe in the therapeutic process of discovery, understanding, healing and ultimately creating meaning in one's life and circumstances. As your therapist, my goal is to create a comfortable space to work towards your goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor experienced working with adults, teens, couples and families struggling with a variety of concerns including: stress/anxiety, depression, life transitions, career changes, emotion management, self-esteem, relationships, women's issues and so on.

People enter therapy at all levels of readiness for change. While some people are ready for immediate change, others need time to process their readiness. Ambivalence is understandable in a client's journey. My non-judgmental approach helps clients explore potential barriers to change in order to help them make positive life choices. The therapeutic alliance is absolutely central to the work that is done and the outcomes that are achieved. I create an environment that allows safety, promotes a sense of compassion and empathy and fosters trust. When the therapeutic relationship is strong, clients are empowered to work towards change.

Psychotherapist, toy analyst, Senior Leadership Strategist, and Diversity and Inclusion Professional in the Greater Philadelphia region. Peter’s research and practice interests are invested in community mental health, theories on adult play and the ways it frames our social interactions, and trauma informed work with clients and artists/creatives. Peter’s clinical approach is rooted in holistic, relational and humanistic theory. Peter’s research and Op-Eds have been featured in the ​Psychology Today, The Wall Street Journal, Philadelphia Gay News, The Mighty, and others.

Are you feeling disappointed, disconnected or unfulfilled in your life? Experiencing grief or feeling lost? If you seek a sense of purpose or are looking to bridge the gap between your current state and a fulfilled, joyful life - then let’s explore some solutions together. By providing therapy in a safe, accepting environment, I can help you construct a pathway to navigate these challenges. My clients share a profound commitment to transformative change and a sincere dedication to self-improvement. You don't need to have it all figured out, it's my job to help you.

Whether you are beginning or continuing your psychotherapy journey, I believe that a thorough assessment of your strengths and specific areas in your life that may benefit from clinical attention. My focus is providing therapeutic supports towards you achieving success in your life as your define it. My practice is informed by psychotherapy principles that promote a collaborative approach to therapy including cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic approaches. My practice includes providing assessment and treatment services for adults, couples, and teenagers. I accept coverage from most major insurance companies and a sliding scale is also available.

I bring to my practice the skills and experience of a rich 20-year career, as well as a solid humanistic approach to mental health, human relationships and growth. I believe that every human being has value, deserves respect, benefits from meaningful relationships, and has the capability for self-actualization. Therapy is a powerful process not only to overcome adversity, obstacles, or negative patterns in thinking, behaviors or relationships that may be causing suffering, but also it can be an extraordinary opportunity to explore and find your uniqueness, potential and strength in ways that you may have not considered before.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and overly emotional? Trying to "fix" things on your own without success? Untreated, these feelings often lead to anxiety, depression, family conflict and increase stress; this prevents you from living your life to the fullest. Coping during stressful times requires talking to a compassionate professional who will treat you with dignity and respect. The goal of therapy is for each person to reach their highest potential in all areas of their lives. I treat children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing various emotional and psychological symptoms.