Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Harveys Lake, PA

Sometimes it just seems like we are going through life without direction. Sometimes we have never really been able to express who we are to another person. Sometimes we just feel lost. Whatever the reason, know that you don’t have to go through each day feeling this way. Through counseling, you can learn what the next steps might be for you and how to manage your thoughts and emotions. At Mountaintop Counseling, we will be empathetic and honest. The therapeutic alliance can be such a powerful force to help you see your issues in a different light.

Life is a process & change isn't easy. We can all benefit from gaining new perspectives. While you don't have control of the cards you're dealt, your power lies in how you respond. In addition to talk therapy, I'm an art therapist & believe art offers a portal to embodying our most authentic self. Art therapy offers endless opportunities for expressing & working through internal issues, & processing/releasing what may be difficult to put into words. Life is full of lessons & we can choose to use the challenges & problems we face as opportunities to grow & evolve. Therapy can promote the hope & self compassion needed to rise & thrive

Restoration & Wellness, LLC. is a mental health practice that provides counseling and therapy services for a wide range of psychological and other behavioral health challenges facing children, teens and adults.

At the moment I am working with various IFS trainings, will be more available in July 2024. Creating space, occupying it- physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. My practice is grounded in values within transfeminism, abolition and decolonization. It's important for me to hold space for and bear witness to you exploring your own experiences. These are not easy practices, let's explore what you are looking for in a therapist.

I believe that healing and change are possible and my goal is to provide a warm and safe therapeutic environment to help assist you on your journey. I utilize a strengths-based and holistic approach in my work and believe that therapy should be a collaborative process where we are working together to find solutions to the struggles you are facing. I enjoy seeing diverse populations and have worked extensively with women, young adults, teenagers, and survivors of trauma and domestic violence.

Finding a counselor can be intimidating. I offer a warm, welcoming approach where you will feel at ease. With over 20 years experience, I can help you with trauma, PTSD, relationships, and anxiety/mood disorders. Extensive, specialized and ongoing training with some of the foremost experts in the field allows me to use powerful, integrative and in-depth techniques, helping my clients get to the root of their issues and achieve results much faster than traditional talk therapy allows. Permanently offering video sessions only; clients must be in PA, where I am licensed, during sessions.

Alyssa earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). After years as an educator and adolescent life coach, Alyssa pursued an education in therapeutic disciplines where she witnessed the vast needs of young people, families, and couples alike who were navigating relationships, trauma, mental health challenges, behavioral concerns, loss and change. Alyssa takes a holistic approach with her clients, specializing in adult and adolescent therapy, couples and families, and uses a client-centered approach informed by Internal Family Systems, and Adlerian Theory.

Empathy for the realities of human suffering and trauma in our world, drew me to devote my career to therapy. I have a passion for helping children, teens, young adults, parents and families understand the patterns of harm that are contributing to their suffering. I believe each individual who enters the therapy process possesses the ability to explore the roots of their suffering and begin the journey toward healing.

Taking the leap to start therapy can be hard, which is why I aim to create a safe space for healing to begin, and every journey is honored with empathy. I work with individuals looking to improve their relationship to food or their body through an anti-diet, fat positive, and neuro-affirming approach. I’m passionate about helping individuals dismantle internalized societal norms that are harmful to their wellbeing, such as diet culture, gender roles, and capitalism. If you're looking for therapy for anxiety, depression, or other mood related concern, we'll collaborate to meet your needs and increase your coping skills toolbox.

Welcome, I'm glad you're here! Whatever your reason for seeking therapy for yourself or your teen, I am so happy to help you along your path. Maybe you've been facing anxiety that interrupts your life with worry, intrusive thoughts, and panic attacks; or depression that keeps you stuck within sadness, hopelessness, or feeling numb and disconnected. Challenges within your relationships - romantic, family, friends - make it feel scary to connect with people and trust others. Perhaps you've suffered traumatic experiences and relationships that have left you feeling lost, hoping to feel like yourself again.

Elizabeth specializes in helping people with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, OCD, panic, C/PTSD and DID due to childhood and adult traumatic experiences of bullying, neglect and abuse by a trusted or inescapable person, (cults), incest, sexual and physical abuses and trauma, verbal, mental, cognitive and emotional abuses, financial control, food control, deceit, deception and gaslighting, professional obstruction, and chronic micro aggressions of public humiliations, bullying and 'teasing'.

Everyone has a lens through which we view the world created by our unique experiences, struggles, triumphs, and diverse cultural languages, but so often we feel as if we lack the voice to express our true selves and needs to others. We struggle to find the courage to live authentically in a world that often doesn’t understand or validate our humanity, empathy, and sense of self. As we find self-empowerment, we can come together to empower our families, communities, and ultimately our world as a united whole to meet the challenges we face as human beings. Therapy can help overcome past trauma to help us live fully in the present.

Therapy is a gift. It is transformative. It is empowering. And empowering others through warmth, support, compassion, evidence-based therapeutic practices, and psychoeducation is what gets my blood pumping. My fundamental goal is to help you discover the strength and agency within yourself to make important choices which espouse positive change. Emotions can be difficult to navigate. I firmly and emphatically believe that, together, we can identify and employ effective tools which serve as a catalyst for allowing you to experience improved wellness, and enjoy an enduringly elevated quality of life.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex addiction therapist as well as Level 3 EMDR practitioner. I have been been practicing for over 25 years. I have specialized in infidelity, chronic infidelity, betrayal trauma and sexual addiction treatment since 1996 with a particular interest in working with partners. I develop partners programs utilizing the trauma model which views the partner as a victim of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My private practice office is Blue Bell, Pennsylvania where I conduct groups, individual, couples and family therapy for sexual compulsion, partners and their families.

Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.

For over twenty years I have been working within the field of Individual and Family Intervention. My education in Masters of Arts in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary which is now referred to as Missio Seminary has provided me with the ability to help so many. I am certified in child sexual abuse treatment through Widener University and Family Support Line. For the last 15 years I have been a member in good standing with AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors). Biblically based counseling with the intention to glorify God while helping others to navigate through life's challenges has always been my priority.

Your journey for a more fulfilling life has begun. It is said that the most important factor for growth and change in therapy is the relationship between the client and the therapist. My style as a clinician is warm and welcoming. My philosophy is to let the client show me what he/she needs, and to move slowly and mindfully in a spirit of partnership. I believe when I listen closely and carefully to what someone shares, they will tell me where it hurts, and together, we discover how to transform the pain into a life of joy, peacefulness, and wellbeing. I see my role as a guide and teacher, bringing to you options and possibilitie.

With courage, every person can develop the clarity and confidence to confront their challenges and restore wholeness to their lives. In connecting to your inner wisdom you open the door to self-compassion, peace, satisfaction, and transformation. I’m here to help empower you to do that.

Whether you're brand new to therapy or have prior experience, I am here to meet you exactly where you are - free of judgement and expectations. No matter the reason you're here, I believe you are the expert of everything that is "you", and I am here to be a sounding board and supportive co-navigator in your healing journey.