Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Olyphant, PA

I'm Angel and I am excited that you found my page. I am a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania with over 8 years of counseling experience working with individuals who struggle with eating disorders, mood disorders, trauma, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, and addictions. I love working with individuals to find freedom and remove any obstacles that prevent living the life they have always dreamed of. My therapy style is unique, creative, individual, warm, and accepting. I treat individuals with respect, compassion, and empathy. My ability to see different perspectives enables me to meet people where they are.

Reclaim Your Inner Strength! Sometimes life throws curve balls and other challenges and we found ourselves in the midst of powerful storms that impact our well being and balance. If you or someone you care about has had too many negative or unpleasant experiences, you do not have to accept a sentence of suffering and lifetime sadness or anxiety. You can learn how to heal and build a life filled with joy.

I am accepting clients for daytime hours only. My ideal client is someone who may be facing grief and loss, trauma, disability or chronic illness, LGBTQ+ issues, or just have a sense that a big shift is necessary to live the life they desire and deserve. My hope is that you have a curiosity to go below the surface and dig deep, a willingness to be patient, kind and compassionate to yourself, and maybe even be interested in learning more about your brain and body and willing to learn ways to support them. But, if that's not you, that's ok! I love working with all types of people and supporting their growth - wherever that may go.

Michelle Zapotoski and Lauren Martonick are Licensed Professional Counselors specializing in helping couples repair and reconnect in their relationship. Couples usually start seeing an impact after just a couple of sessions! By using the methods advocated by the Gottman Institute, many couples typically find significant improvements within 8-10 hours of therapeutic intervention.

I have held a long passion for mental health counseling since my "younger days". Naturally, I am inclined at helping people and I sympathize with those who are experiencing life challenges. I have always given an ear/helpful advice for those in pain/confusion to provide advice/therapeutic techniques/words of encouragement.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or unheard in your relationships? Do you struggle to speak up for yourself or hold boundaries because prioritizing your needs has never been on the table? Do you struggle with feelings of guilt even when you haven't done anything wrong? Do you battle with body image/diet culture? Are you contemplating a life that looks different than the one you are currently living, but don't know where to begin or even if you should? A great deal of the clients I see are struggling with these things and hoping to break cycles and forge a new path for themselves with the help of someone who will walk alongside them.

Here at Shimkus Counseling and Associates we believe connection is the most important experience we have as human beings at any age. When connection is disrupted within ourselves or with others, problems can surface in many areas leaving us feeling anxious, depressed, angry or isolated. We strive to provide our clients with a safe, comfortable and confidential atmosphere to process their struggles and learn how to heal. Anxiety, trauma, depression and life issues in general can affect all of us. By releasing the burdens you carry and understanding yourself better, we believe you can find the peace you are looking for.

Are you a high functioning mom struggling to get through the day, secretly hoping to get sick so you can have a day to yourself? Are you depleted, exhausted, overwhelmed, and stressed-out? Do you struggle with setting boundaries, assertiveness, perfectionism, and feelings of guilt? Burnout is insidious and dangerous to your mental, physical, and spiritual health. It's time to start putting you first because no one else is going to do it for you. It is possible to be happy WHILE raising your kids so you don't miss the journey of motherhood you worked so hard to create. This time with your kids is short and you'll never get it back.

Connection and belonging are core needs for all of us. My priority is to build a safe and genuine relationship with you. My approach includes a combination of somatic work (body-centered practices), attachment therapy, and emotion-focused therapy. I especially enjoy supporting individuals who experience anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, guilt and shame and self-esteem related issues. I also specialize in treating OCD using exposure and response prevention and acceptance and commitment therapy. I celebrate inclusivity, and offer acceptance and support to clients with diverse identities and backgrounds.

Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, self-image/identity/esteem, relational issues, or just general feelings of sadness? My goal is to make you feel seen, heard, and understood all while exploring these current issues. I'm not that stoic, serious therapist you've traditionally seen portrayed in movies. I smile, I laugh, I frown, I may even gasp (insert gasp!). But I'll do my best to always make you feel safe and supported. I'm just another human who, like you, is looking to learn, connect, and grow. I believe in taking a down-to-earth, relatable approach to therapy, providing a new perspective while collaborating with you.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

Our associates believe that clients are the experts on their lives and we are guides to help them get to their ideal selves. We use cognitive-behavioral, insight oriented therapy as well as other modalities to help clients achieve their goals. While we are nurturing and kind as therapists, we also believe in keeping clients accountable to work toward their initial purpose for entering therapy. We are qualified to work with most issues that a client may present with, with the exception of sexual offenders.

Many of my clients have come to me after being diagnosed fully believing that their lives were over. Mental health issues do not define who you are as a person. They are just a small part of why we react in particular situations, in specific ways. I have a passion to help my clients and their families to discover not only how to overcome their mental health issues, but to thrive despite their mental health issues.

I provide therapy via telehealth to clients in MA and PA. My clients come to therapy seeking to work on any number of things. Over the years, I've found I particularly enjoying working with people who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, are navigating anxiety, exploring gender identity or experiencing a life transition. I am committed to celebrating the unique qualities of my clients and to offering a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, ideas and goals.