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Dennis J O'Hara
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
The type of problems they have brought include anxiety, addiction, depression, sexual issues, marital conflict, work and career stress, parenting concerns and health and life transitions.
Throughout my career I have enjoyed working as a psychologist delivering counseling, consultation and assessment services. I consider it a privilege to be invited into an individual's world at a time of need and work hard to build a trusting alliance with each person. I listen to my clients and engage them around the unique stories they share so we can set goals and a treatment plan that is personally tailored to each individual and/or couple. My approach is based on years of experience and a solid theoretical foundation. It is a relational one such that I use our therapeutic connection to facilitate change.
The type of problems they have brought include anxiety, addiction, depression, sexual issues, marital conflict, work and career stress, parenting concerns and health and life transitions.
Throughout my career I have enjoyed working as a psychologist delivering counseling, consultation and assessment services. I consider it a privilege to be invited into an individual's world at a time of need and work hard to build a trusting alliance with each person. I listen to my clients and engage them around the unique stories they share so we can set goals and a treatment plan that is personally tailored to each individual and/or couple. My approach is based on years of experience and a solid theoretical foundation. It is a relational one such that I use our therapeutic connection to facilitate change.
(610) 628-2184 View (610) 628-2184
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Aimee Stiefel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience with attention and focus issues, depression, anxiety, OCD issues, couples and marriage counseling and relationship issues. My clinical skills include individual, couples and family therapy. If you are feeling overwhelmed and emotionally drained, I can help you develop tools that will increase your self-satisfaction and well-being. My therapeutic style is laid back and based on your goals. I am not currently accepting new clients but offer easy online scheduling at www.contemporarycounselingsolutions.com with any of our other clinicians in our office.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience with attention and focus issues, depression, anxiety, OCD issues, couples and marriage counseling and relationship issues. My clinical skills include individual, couples and family therapy. If you are feeling overwhelmed and emotionally drained, I can help you develop tools that will increase your self-satisfaction and well-being. My therapeutic style is laid back and based on your goals. I am not currently accepting new clients but offer easy online scheduling at www.contemporarycounselingsolutions.com with any of our other clinicians in our office.
(484) 383-0480 View (484) 383-0480
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Patrick Dowling, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
I help patients successfully navigate recovery from: Addictions, ADHD, Adjustment Issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief and Loss, Family Crisis, Marital Conflict, Mood Disorders, Trauma, and Relapse Prevention.
I want to help you claim your best life! Helping people change has been my life's work for over 20 years. I utilize the best practices that help my clients live the life they want....not to avoid the struggle but to embrace it and triumph. While I have studied various forms of therapy..CBT, DBT, Family systems, etc., what I find most fascinating is the ongoing triumph of the human spirit over adversity. I would love to help you utilize the resources you have to successfully meet your life's challenges. "How can I be Helpful?"
I help patients successfully navigate recovery from: Addictions, ADHD, Adjustment Issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief and Loss, Family Crisis, Marital Conflict, Mood Disorders, Trauma, and Relapse Prevention.
I want to help you claim your best life! Helping people change has been my life's work for over 20 years. I utilize the best practices that help my clients live the life they want....not to avoid the struggle but to embrace it and triumph. While I have studied various forms of therapy..CBT, DBT, Family systems, etc., what I find most fascinating is the ongoing triumph of the human spirit over adversity. I would love to help you utilize the resources you have to successfully meet your life's challenges. "How can I be Helpful?"
(610) 643-4893 View (610) 643-4893
David C Terjanian
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Dr. Terjanian is a cognitive-interpersonal psychotherapist in practice for over 25 years. He has worked with the challenges people of all ages experience including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, addictions, marriage and family difficulties and stress management. His experience ranges from behavioral strategies with parents of young children to concerns of people in their 90's. Additionally, he worked as a school psychologist for 10 years. Dr. Terjanian uses problem solving strategies for people to move forward in their lives. He wants to help you discern how to make healthy changes in your life.
Dr. Terjanian is a cognitive-interpersonal psychotherapist in practice for over 25 years. He has worked with the challenges people of all ages experience including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, addictions, marriage and family difficulties and stress management. His experience ranges from behavioral strategies with parents of young children to concerns of people in their 90's. Additionally, he worked as a school psychologist for 10 years. Dr. Terjanian uses problem solving strategies for people to move forward in their lives. He wants to help you discern how to make healthy changes in your life.
(484) 652-8333 View (484) 652-8333
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Addiction & Psychological Therapy, Inc.
Psychologist, MS
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
My ideal client is motivated. I have been a licensed psychologist for 19 years. I graduated from Villanova University and worked as a cognitive therapist at the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital before opening my own group practice, Addiction & Psychological Therapy. The group specializes in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive thinking, OCD, ADHD, depression, marital and family counseling, alcoholism and crisis clients, treating children, adolescents and adults. I also have a forensic program treating Anger Management and DUI's. We offer ARD & IPP Evaluations, Anger Management Evaluations, Drug and Alcohol Assessments and Mental Heath Evaluations, and Suboxin treatment.
My ideal client is motivated. I have been a licensed psychologist for 19 years. I graduated from Villanova University and worked as a cognitive therapist at the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital before opening my own group practice, Addiction & Psychological Therapy. The group specializes in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive thinking, OCD, ADHD, depression, marital and family counseling, alcoholism and crisis clients, treating children, adolescents and adults. I also have a forensic program treating Anger Management and DUI's. We offer ARD & IPP Evaluations, Anger Management Evaluations, Drug and Alcohol Assessments and Mental Heath Evaluations, and Suboxin treatment.
(484) 334-2833 View (484) 334-2833
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Ben King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Currently Accepting New Clients - Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with couples and individuals. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients so that you can feel comfortable opening up about your life, and also feel supported in taking steps towards your own unique goals. With couples, I help work through breakdowns in communication to actually be able to hear each other and connect, improve their sex life, as well as heal from infidelity. I also help individuals cope with anxiety and stress to feel at peace & secure again.
Currently Accepting New Clients - Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with couples and individuals. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients so that you can feel comfortable opening up about your life, and also feel supported in taking steps towards your own unique goals. With couples, I help work through breakdowns in communication to actually be able to hear each other and connect, improve their sex life, as well as heal from infidelity. I also help individuals cope with anxiety and stress to feel at peace & secure again.
(484) 271-0801 View (484) 271-0801
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Angela Sanson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Now Accepting New Clients! Hi, I'm Angela and I am a Marriage and Family therapist who works with couples and individuals struggling with self esteem, relationship issues, and understanding themselves and their emotions. You are more than what your struggles are, so I want to emphasize the importance of knowing you as an individual and how all of your relationships, responsibilities, and life experiences impact and shape who you are and how you interact with the world around you. I believe that building and creating meaningful and healthy relationships with ourselves and others has the power to help us live fulfilling lives.
Now Accepting New Clients! Hi, I'm Angela and I am a Marriage and Family therapist who works with couples and individuals struggling with self esteem, relationship issues, and understanding themselves and their emotions. You are more than what your struggles are, so I want to emphasize the importance of knowing you as an individual and how all of your relationships, responsibilities, and life experiences impact and shape who you are and how you interact with the world around you. I believe that building and creating meaningful and healthy relationships with ourselves and others has the power to help us live fulfilling lives.
(484) 729-9405 View (484) 729-9405
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Lisa Pagano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 18 years. In my years of practice I have worked with clients struggling with constant worry and feelings of sadness. I have worked with clients who have experienced profound loss and tragedy as well as daily life stressors that have become overwhelming. I specialize in treating women struggling with PostPartum Depression & Anxiety. Many of my clients have struggled with life adjustment issues such as; career changes, infertility, chronic illness, divorce, parenting issues and relationship challenges.
I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 18 years. In my years of practice I have worked with clients struggling with constant worry and feelings of sadness. I have worked with clients who have experienced profound loss and tragedy as well as daily life stressors that have become overwhelming. I specialize in treating women struggling with PostPartum Depression & Anxiety. Many of my clients have struggled with life adjustment issues such as; career changes, infertility, chronic illness, divorce, parenting issues and relationship challenges.
(484) 653-6349 View (484) 653-6349
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Shannon H
MSW
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
Hello, Thank you for considering me as you evaluate who may be best suited to help you. For over 20 years, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, helping them to live their truths, overcome obstacles, and thrive through life's transitions. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, which is meant to best help you, as each person has different goals for, and needs from, therapy. I have worked extensively with those battling eating disorders, trauma and abuse, anxiety and depression, those who are working through grief and loss or those coping with life's transitions. Help brings hope. Looking forward to helping.
Hello, Thank you for considering me as you evaluate who may be best suited to help you. For over 20 years, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, helping them to live their truths, overcome obstacles, and thrive through life's transitions. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, which is meant to best help you, as each person has different goals for, and needs from, therapy. I have worked extensively with those battling eating disorders, trauma and abuse, anxiety and depression, those who are working through grief and loss or those coping with life's transitions. Help brings hope. Looking forward to helping.
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Janet Sasson Edgette
Psychologist, PsyD, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Never before has the adage, “I was a teenager once too!” been more out of step with the experience of adolescents today. I’ve been helping teens for 35 yrs and have a good read on the challenges they face and the strategies that are effective in relieving the anxiety, disillusionment, depression, anger, and disconnection that plague so many families. I help teens who are anxious, argumentative, defiant, withdrawn, moody, self-destructive, inattentive, depressed, or doing poorly in school and will help you decide whether the problems you're noticing are part of "typical" teen behavior or a sign of something more serious.
Never before has the adage, “I was a teenager once too!” been more out of step with the experience of adolescents today. I’ve been helping teens for 35 yrs and have a good read on the challenges they face and the strategies that are effective in relieving the anxiety, disillusionment, depression, anger, and disconnection that plague so many families. I help teens who are anxious, argumentative, defiant, withdrawn, moody, self-destructive, inattentive, depressed, or doing poorly in school and will help you decide whether the problems you're noticing are part of "typical" teen behavior or a sign of something more serious.
(610) 915-8924 View (610) 915-8924
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Jeffrey Bernstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
I believe that the ability to calm down and solve problems are two of the most crucial skills for success in life! Over the past thirty plus years I have had the honor of having many people from many different backgrounds share their stories of life's victories, challenges, and pain with me. Most individuals have both obvious and hidden strengths that can be called up to help them to move past obstacles. I feel skilled about being able to create the emotional safety for people to truly discover and tap in to their own resources. As clients then learn and become empowered with strong, coping skills, exciting postive changes happen!
I believe that the ability to calm down and solve problems are two of the most crucial skills for success in life! Over the past thirty plus years I have had the honor of having many people from many different backgrounds share their stories of life's victories, challenges, and pain with me. Most individuals have both obvious and hidden strengths that can be called up to help them to move past obstacles. I feel skilled about being able to create the emotional safety for people to truly discover and tap in to their own resources. As clients then learn and become empowered with strong, coping skills, exciting postive changes happen!
(610) 915-8984 View (610) 915-8984
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Lighthouse Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I aspire to counsel clients collaboratively towards their individualized goals using a solution focused approach. I have been working in the field since 2005 and have experience providing individual, family, and couples counseling. I enjoy working with all ages. I currently offer individual supervision for counselors working towards their LPC licensure. Supervisees will be accepted on a case by case basis.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I aspire to counsel clients collaboratively towards their individualized goals using a solution focused approach. I have been working in the field since 2005 and have experience providing individual, family, and couples counseling. I enjoy working with all ages. I currently offer individual supervision for counselors working towards their LPC licensure. Supervisees will be accepted on a case by case basis.
(484) 702-3018 View (484) 702-3018
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Dr. DeAnna McCaskill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anger, anxiety, and depression and are ready to get help and make life changes? I am prepared to help adolescents, adults, and famlies become healthy as they navigate daily life.
Do you struggle with anger, anxiety, and depression and are ready to get help and make life changes? I am prepared to help adolescents, adults, and famlies become healthy as they navigate daily life.
(717) 844-9092 View (717) 844-9092
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Alexandra Duncan-Ramos
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
Welcome! Typically, I work with clients who are struggling with traditional behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, depression/grief, stress, relationship concerns & life transitions. As a trained health psychologist, I also work with clients who are struggling with issues such as sleep disturbance, high blood pressure/cholesterol, migraine/tension headaches, pain & newly diagnosed illness. For some, there is an intersection between physical & emotional health. When this is the case, I welcome collaboration with any treating specialists. I find that clients are best served when providers work together for your benefit.
Welcome! Typically, I work with clients who are struggling with traditional behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, depression/grief, stress, relationship concerns & life transitions. As a trained health psychologist, I also work with clients who are struggling with issues such as sleep disturbance, high blood pressure/cholesterol, migraine/tension headaches, pain & newly diagnosed illness. For some, there is an intersection between physical & emotional health. When this is the case, I welcome collaboration with any treating specialists. I find that clients are best served when providers work together for your benefit.
(610) 379-2676 View (610) 379-2676
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Karen Fraley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
I have 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist-- you can count on feeling safe and trust that our work together will help. I have openings for individuals and couples who need relief from depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, traumatic memories, psychosomatic illnesses, and living with medical conditions . I study and practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, a time-tested method of psychotherapy known as the "talking cure".
I have 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist-- you can count on feeling safe and trust that our work together will help. I have openings for individuals and couples who need relief from depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, traumatic memories, psychosomatic illnesses, and living with medical conditions . I study and practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, a time-tested method of psychotherapy known as the "talking cure".
(484) 933-4337 View (484) 933-4337
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Karen Levin Moser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PAT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Live with courage... Have the courage to become who you are truly meant to be. Empowered with validation and motivation people are capable of transforming their lives. Authenticity, awareness, compassion, hope, and gratitude – cultivate these qualities in yourself and your relationships to bring peace, happiness, harmony, joy, and a sense of satisfaction to your soul and life. Connect with your inner wisdom to find the answers you need to create the change you want. Don’t let precious years go by – give yourself the gift of beginning or continuing your journey now.
Live with courage... Have the courage to become who you are truly meant to be. Empowered with validation and motivation people are capable of transforming their lives. Authenticity, awareness, compassion, hope, and gratitude – cultivate these qualities in yourself and your relationships to bring peace, happiness, harmony, joy, and a sense of satisfaction to your soul and life. Connect with your inner wisdom to find the answers you need to create the change you want. Don’t let precious years go by – give yourself the gift of beginning or continuing your journey now.
(484) 218-4059 View (484) 218-4059
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Michelle Kagel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Currently accepting new clients. Do you feel stuck? Perhaps you used to feel confident and capable, and now you feel like you can't get any traction. I work with people who are used to have the answers, and now find themselves at a loss - smart tweens who are struggling with their emotions, smart teenagers who are struggling with their families, smart adults who feel like there's more for them in life. People who are creative and hard-working often find me to be a good fit, including executives, those who are in non-traditional jobs or jobs with unconventional structures, and those who are in non-traditional relationships..
Currently accepting new clients. Do you feel stuck? Perhaps you used to feel confident and capable, and now you feel like you can't get any traction. I work with people who are used to have the answers, and now find themselves at a loss - smart tweens who are struggling with their emotions, smart teenagers who are struggling with their families, smart adults who feel like there's more for them in life. People who are creative and hard-working often find me to be a good fit, including executives, those who are in non-traditional jobs or jobs with unconventional structures, and those who are in non-traditional relationships..
(484) 870-9257 View (484) 870-9257
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Judith A Freed
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
We all experience challenges at one time or another in our lives that feel overwhelming and confusing, whether they be work, family, personal, relationship, etc. Consulting a professional during these stressful times can provide a sense of direction and reassurance. As a firm believer in each person's inherent strengths and resources, I will work with you to identify obstacles and develop new tools to help more effectively meet challenging circumstances. I
We all experience challenges at one time or another in our lives that feel overwhelming and confusing, whether they be work, family, personal, relationship, etc. Consulting a professional during these stressful times can provide a sense of direction and reassurance. As a firm believer in each person's inherent strengths and resources, I will work with you to identify obstacles and develop new tools to help more effectively meet challenging circumstances. I
(484) 401-9263 View (484) 401-9263
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Maria Christina Salomone Gabelberger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
In my experience, inside every person there is a psychological center, like a ‘Light’ leading us to love, healing, joy and growth. In a deep place in each of us, it is always present, though sometimes hidden. Known by many different names and through many different senses - center, core, soul, real-self, heart or unconscious, it is wise and kind and delights to do no harm, and intends only good. We all have a longing to connect to this profound potential, goodness and love within ourselves, within others and in all. I enjoy supporting folks in their journey back to this connection.
In my experience, inside every person there is a psychological center, like a ‘Light’ leading us to love, healing, joy and growth. In a deep place in each of us, it is always present, though sometimes hidden. Known by many different names and through many different senses - center, core, soul, real-self, heart or unconscious, it is wise and kind and delights to do no harm, and intends only good. We all have a longing to connect to this profound potential, goodness and love within ourselves, within others and in all. I enjoy supporting folks in their journey back to this connection.
(610) 915-8793 View (610) 915-8793
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Springfield Psychological of West Chester
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Exton, PA 19341
We are a friendly and professional mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens and children since 1985. With seven locations in Havertown, King of Prussia, North Wales, Philadelphia, Sinking Spring, Springfield, and West Chester as well as flexible scheduling options, we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening, and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
We are a friendly and professional mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens and children since 1985. With seven locations in Havertown, King of Prussia, North Wales, Philadelphia, Sinking Spring, Springfield, and West Chester as well as flexible scheduling options, we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening, and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
(610) 364-5156 View (610) 364-5156
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.