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Doug Friesen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Waitlist for new clients
I have received specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)for couples, which has been shown quite effective in helping couples in marital distress.
In my nearly 20 years as a psychologist it has become clear to me that entering into therapy takes courage. It takes courage to look at one's struggles and go near painful aspects of life. It takes courage to make changes; in the way we see ourselves, our relationships and our future. As a therapist, I see my role as not the agent of change, but as someone who 'walks with' the person who is courageously ready to change. I enjoy working at changes in individuals and couples as well as families.
I have received specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)for couples, which has been shown quite effective in helping couples in marital distress.
In my nearly 20 years as a psychologist it has become clear to me that entering into therapy takes courage. It takes courage to look at one's struggles and go near painful aspects of life. It takes courage to make changes; in the way we see ourselves, our relationships and our future. As a therapist, I see my role as not the agent of change, but as someone who 'walks with' the person who is courageously ready to change. I enjoy working at changes in individuals and couples as well as families.
(717) 850-9385 View (717) 850-9385
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Advanced Counseling and Research Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC-FL, CCMHC, CCTP, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17603
Advanced Counseling and Research Services provides a comprehensive array of professional counseling services to the greater Lancaster community. In general terms, these clinical services help clients address problematic issues in their lives that are impacting on their daily lives. Throughout the counseling experience, the counselor and client work collaboratively to address problems presented by the client. The overall purpose of counseling can be summarized in the following objectives: To identify the problematic issues facing each individual client seeking counseling. To identify secondary issues contributing to problem.
Advanced Counseling and Research Services provides a comprehensive array of professional counseling services to the greater Lancaster community. In general terms, these clinical services help clients address problematic issues in their lives that are impacting on their daily lives. Throughout the counseling experience, the counselor and client work collaboratively to address problems presented by the client. The overall purpose of counseling can be summarized in the following objectives: To identify the problematic issues facing each individual client seeking counseling. To identify secondary issues contributing to problem.
(717) 964-8581 View (717) 964-8581
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Tonya L. Lane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Hi! My name is Tonya Lane, LPC at Life and Love Counseling, LLC. I work with children, adolescents, adults, & families, with a specific emphasis on helping preschool-aged & preadolescent children. My role often extends to the children's families & their circumstances that impact their lives; education, community, & legal matters. I will often communicate with outside agencies & schools to facilitate collaboration. My clinical focus includes ADHD, ODD, PTSD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Developmental Disorders, & Learning Disabilities, Academic Concerns, Time Management, Boundary-Setting, Parenting, Healthy Eating, Work/Life Balance.
Hi! My name is Tonya Lane, LPC at Life and Love Counseling, LLC. I work with children, adolescents, adults, & families, with a specific emphasis on helping preschool-aged & preadolescent children. My role often extends to the children's families & their circumstances that impact their lives; education, community, & legal matters. I will often communicate with outside agencies & schools to facilitate collaboration. My clinical focus includes ADHD, ODD, PTSD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Developmental Disorders, & Learning Disabilities, Academic Concerns, Time Management, Boundary-Setting, Parenting, Healthy Eating, Work/Life Balance.
(717) 553-0621 View (717) 553-0621
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ACTS for Kids
Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
The end of the school year is coming fast. Do you want to get help for your child before summer? Looking for a clinician that specializes in treating & evaluating individuals (preschool through college-aged)? ACTS is an evidenced-based practice (use therapy proven effective; i.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). We have 2 convenient Locations; Wyomissing (Berks) & Mannheim Township (Lancaster). We want success for your child's cognitive & emotional wellness. We provide solutions for all types of cognitive, emotional or behavioral challenges, call today. We specialize in Counseling, Testing & Neurofeedback.
The end of the school year is coming fast. Do you want to get help for your child before summer? Looking for a clinician that specializes in treating & evaluating individuals (preschool through college-aged)? ACTS is an evidenced-based practice (use therapy proven effective; i.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). We have 2 convenient Locations; Wyomissing (Berks) & Mannheim Township (Lancaster). We want success for your child's cognitive & emotional wellness. We provide solutions for all types of cognitive, emotional or behavioral challenges, call today. We specialize in Counseling, Testing & Neurofeedback.
(717) 454-2315 View (717) 454-2315
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Jonathan M Gransee, PsyD and Associates, PC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17603
I conduct court-ordered and private-pay evaluations. I am a well-known evaluator in the courts and legal system in the Lancaster area. Psychological Evaluations, Safety (5329) Evaluations, INS evaluations/Hardship Evaluations/Asylum Evaluations, N-648 evaluations, Child Custody Evaluations, Parenting Capacity Evaluations, Act 120/235/Concealed Carry, etc.
I conduct court-ordered and private-pay evaluations. I am a well-known evaluator in the courts and legal system in the Lancaster area. Psychological Evaluations, Safety (5329) Evaluations, INS evaluations/Hardship Evaluations/Asylum Evaluations, N-648 evaluations, Child Custody Evaluations, Parenting Capacity Evaluations, Act 120/235/Concealed Carry, etc.
(717) 889-7003 View (717) 889-7003
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Dr. Dan Pezzulo
PhD, ABSNP, NSCP, LCSW, CBIS
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17601
Dr. Dan Pezzulo has been providing psychological, educational, & counseling services for over 30 years. Dr. Dan is passionate about helping people with Anxiety Disorders; Adult ADHD; Learning Disabilities; Vocational, College, or Career uncertainty; people seeking Accommodations for high-stakes tests (e.g., SAT, GRE, MCAT, LSAT), college, or graduate school; and, parents trying to better understand and obtain Special Education & Related Services for their school age children.
Dr. Dan Pezzulo has been providing psychological, educational, & counseling services for over 30 years. Dr. Dan is passionate about helping people with Anxiety Disorders; Adult ADHD; Learning Disabilities; Vocational, College, or Career uncertainty; people seeking Accommodations for high-stakes tests (e.g., SAT, GRE, MCAT, LSAT), college, or graduate school; and, parents trying to better understand and obtain Special Education & Related Services for their school age children.
(717) 775-6841 View (717) 775-6841
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Life and Love Counseling, LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Hi! We are Life and Love Counseling, LLC., a caring outpatient psychotherapy office, located in Lancaster, PA providing mental health services, life coaching, & holistic therapies for individuals (children ages 3+, adolescents, & adults), families, couples, & groups. When life becomes overwhelming, psychotherapy offers therapeutic support, encouragement, psychoeducation, & facilitates the implementation of problem-solving strategies to navigate difficult & challenging times. We utilize CBT strategies to address negative thoughts, feelings, & behaviors. We offer holistic approaches to attain balance & awaken an inner calm.
Hi! We are Life and Love Counseling, LLC., a caring outpatient psychotherapy office, located in Lancaster, PA providing mental health services, life coaching, & holistic therapies for individuals (children ages 3+, adolescents, & adults), families, couples, & groups. When life becomes overwhelming, psychotherapy offers therapeutic support, encouragement, psychoeducation, & facilitates the implementation of problem-solving strategies to navigate difficult & challenging times. We utilize CBT strategies to address negative thoughts, feelings, & behaviors. We offer holistic approaches to attain balance & awaken an inner calm.
(717) 454-2068 View (717) 454-2068
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Child First Family Services
MS
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17602
I am a Certified School Psychologist and Director of Child First Family Services. I provide services related to Autism including autism evaluations, groups, workshops, and consultation. In addition, I specialize in custody/divorce issues including mediation, counseling, groups, and supervised visitation services. I also provide anger management assessments and groups approved by Lancaster County, PA judges.
I am a Certified School Psychologist and Director of Child First Family Services. I provide services related to Autism including autism evaluations, groups, workshops, and consultation. In addition, I specialize in custody/divorce issues including mediation, counseling, groups, and supervised visitation services. I also provide anger management assessments and groups approved by Lancaster County, PA judges.
(717) 925-3321 View (717) 925-3321
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Advanced Counseling and Testing Solutions, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17601
Spring is here and the weather is changing, are you? ACTS is accepting new clients for Counseling/Psychotherapy, Neurofeedback, and Testing. ACTS is a reputable practice with a seasoned group of professionals with a long-standing reputation for helping clients achieve results. Whether you are lonely, experiencing turmoil or simply need solutions to life's challenges, ACTS is here! Stressed, depressed, anxious, feel overwhelmed; child having learning or behavioral challenges? ACTS excels at creating solutions to life's problems, in a caring & empathic environment. As Easter arrives and the weather changes, so should you...call now.
Spring is here and the weather is changing, are you? ACTS is accepting new clients for Counseling/Psychotherapy, Neurofeedback, and Testing. ACTS is a reputable practice with a seasoned group of professionals with a long-standing reputation for helping clients achieve results. Whether you are lonely, experiencing turmoil or simply need solutions to life's challenges, ACTS is here! Stressed, depressed, anxious, feel overwhelmed; child having learning or behavioral challenges? ACTS excels at creating solutions to life's problems, in a caring & empathic environment. As Easter arrives and the weather changes, so should you...call now.
(717) 523-9273 View (717) 523-9273
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Heather Apple-Jenkins
MEd, RLT, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Therapy is about giving the Client his/her voice to fully and safely express his/her thoughts, feelings and stories without feeling judged. It is helping the Client see clearly their role and place in life and to find the Hero within Themselves. The Client will be Empowered to lead and enjoy their lives as productively as possible despite past or present hardships.
Therapy is about giving the Client his/her voice to fully and safely express his/her thoughts, feelings and stories without feeling judged. It is helping the Client see clearly their role and place in life and to find the Hero within Themselves. The Client will be Empowered to lead and enjoy their lives as productively as possible despite past or present hardships.
(717) 388-2629 View (717) 388-2629
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Latinia M. Shell
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17603
I provide individual therapy for adolescents, teens, adults, as well as couples, families, and group counseling. Through a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's individual needs, I assist clients in identifying limiting beliefs and outmoded coping mechanisms that may be standing in the way. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. Services provided span from therapy for depression and anxiety to relationship and family counseling, stress management, anger management and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I hope to help clients attain the personal growth they're striving for.
I provide individual therapy for adolescents, teens, adults, as well as couples, families, and group counseling. Through a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's individual needs, I assist clients in identifying limiting beliefs and outmoded coping mechanisms that may be standing in the way. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. Services provided span from therapy for depression and anxiety to relationship and family counseling, stress management, anger management and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I hope to help clients attain the personal growth they're striving for.
(717) 801-1159 View (717) 801-1159
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Crystal Horninger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17602  (Online Only)
Counseling is a space where you can explore, process, heal and grow. By being vulnerable we can allow ourselves the space to reflect on who we are now and where we have come from. I believe that we deserve a space where we can feel safe, comfortable and free from judgement. In this space, we can take out some of the boxes that are stored away and discover how we can let go of what no longer serves us while creating new ways of being and relating to ourselves, others, and the world around us .
Counseling is a space where you can explore, process, heal and grow. By being vulnerable we can allow ourselves the space to reflect on who we are now and where we have come from. I believe that we deserve a space where we can feel safe, comfortable and free from judgement. In this space, we can take out some of the boxes that are stored away and discover how we can let go of what no longer serves us while creating new ways of being and relating to ourselves, others, and the world around us .
(215) 261-5175 View (215) 261-5175
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Yvonne Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601  (Online Only)
I have over 20 years of experience providing mental health therapy to individual's, couples, and families. I believe that you should not be in therapy for years, but should be quickly making the changes in your life to get you out of therapy. The goal of therapy is to help you to determine what those changes are and then to help you take the necessary steps to make those changes.
I have over 20 years of experience providing mental health therapy to individual's, couples, and families. I believe that you should not be in therapy for years, but should be quickly making the changes in your life to get you out of therapy. The goal of therapy is to help you to determine what those changes are and then to help you take the necessary steps to make those changes.
(717) 524-1140 View (717) 524-1140
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Ambre L. Witte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Hi! My name is Ambre Witte, CEO, LCSW at Life and Love Counseling, LLC. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, & couples. My clinical focus includes mood instability/ Bipolar Disorder, self-harm/suicidal ideation, anger/explosive behavior, ODD, PTSD, OCD, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, etc. My clientele primarily seeks strategies & therapeutic interventions for emotional regulation, non-compliance/defiance, conflict resolution, impulse control, executive functioning, low self-esteem, social skills, self-sufficiency, time management, academic concerns, & family/relationship conflict, etc.
Hi! My name is Ambre Witte, CEO, LCSW at Life and Love Counseling, LLC. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, & couples. My clinical focus includes mood instability/ Bipolar Disorder, self-harm/suicidal ideation, anger/explosive behavior, ODD, PTSD, OCD, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, etc. My clientele primarily seeks strategies & therapeutic interventions for emotional regulation, non-compliance/defiance, conflict resolution, impulse control, executive functioning, low self-esteem, social skills, self-sufficiency, time management, academic concerns, & family/relationship conflict, etc.
(717) 619-9452 View (717) 619-9452
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Emily J Alvarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPS, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17603
Your true healing, growth, authentic self, and full potential lie beyond four walls of a clinician's office. It takes courage to start the therapeutic process. If you are looking for a holistic, creative way to improve your mental health, I can support and guide you in your journey. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you've had many years of experience, if you're ready for real personal change, a new approach, and want to delve deeply into the therapeutic process, I'm here to guide you.
Your true healing, growth, authentic self, and full potential lie beyond four walls of a clinician's office. It takes courage to start the therapeutic process. If you are looking for a holistic, creative way to improve your mental health, I can support and guide you in your journey. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you've had many years of experience, if you're ready for real personal change, a new approach, and want to delve deeply into the therapeutic process, I'm here to guide you.
(717) 696-0146 View (717) 696-0146
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Raven Hoover
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17603  (Online Only)
Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.
Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.
(610) 379-3829 View (610) 379-3829
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Carrissa Delaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, BSL, LPC, LPCMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17602
"I count it as a blessing to devote my professional time to serving individuals and families struggling with a wide range of mental health struggles including depression, addictions, anxiety, maladaptive personality features, parenting strategies, parenting a child with autism, and familial adjustment to separation or divorce. A proponent of technical eclecticism as an outpatient and community-based therapist, I specialize in Psychoanalytic, Trauma-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
"I count it as a blessing to devote my professional time to serving individuals and families struggling with a wide range of mental health struggles including depression, addictions, anxiety, maladaptive personality features, parenting strategies, parenting a child with autism, and familial adjustment to separation or divorce. A proponent of technical eclecticism as an outpatient and community-based therapist, I specialize in Psychoanalytic, Trauma-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(717) 210-5185 View (717) 210-5185
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Nicholas Pappas
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17601
Each client's psychological and spiritual needs are a focus addressing relational issues, behavioral issues, and mood-driven difficulties with consideration of individually-specified treatment goals. Overarching treatment outcome is healing and restoration and rehabilitation for clients to become healthy, happy and productive individuals.
Each client's psychological and spiritual needs are a focus addressing relational issues, behavioral issues, and mood-driven difficulties with consideration of individually-specified treatment goals. Overarching treatment outcome is healing and restoration and rehabilitation for clients to become healthy, happy and productive individuals.
(717) 470-8697 View (717) 470-8697
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Paula Montijo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17601
I enjoy connecting with individuals of all ages with a special interest in the needs of women and children. It is a joy to use reparative work to assist people to use their voice with confidence, form satisfying relationships, and influence others in powerful and positive ways. My experience has included working with women who have experienced sex trafficking and exploitation, who have shown me first-hand the realities of resilience and restoration in the face of complex, layered trauma.
I enjoy connecting with individuals of all ages with a special interest in the needs of women and children. It is a joy to use reparative work to assist people to use their voice with confidence, form satisfying relationships, and influence others in powerful and positive ways. My experience has included working with women who have experienced sex trafficking and exploitation, who have shown me first-hand the realities of resilience and restoration in the face of complex, layered trauma.
(717) 388-2425 View (717) 388-2425
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Sage Windemaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601  (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm Sage. I would be grateful for the opportunity to empower you to become the healthiest and happiest you. I am passionate about working with clients from a person-first, holistic approach. I utilize a strengths-based approach as I work to build a strong and supportive therapeutic alliance with my clients that fosters a safe, judgment-free environment for personal exploration and growth. Together, we can create change and growth by discovering where you want to be in life and how to get there.
Hi there! I'm Sage. I would be grateful for the opportunity to empower you to become the healthiest and happiest you. I am passionate about working with clients from a person-first, holistic approach. I utilize a strengths-based approach as I work to build a strong and supportive therapeutic alliance with my clients that fosters a safe, judgment-free environment for personal exploration and growth. Together, we can create change and growth by discovering where you want to be in life and how to get there.
(484) 804-4274 View (484) 804-4274
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.