Depression Therapists in Baden, PA

I am a licensed psychologist and have been providing therapy for individuals, families and couples for over 23 years. I have been in private practice since 1992, and have worked extensively in private, hospital and community mental health settings. My work focuses on helping people who are experiencing Depression and Anxiety. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and physical (body) problems. My specialties include trauma(PTSD, dissociation), abuse (sexual, physical, domestic),anxiety disorders,and body issues (illness, pain, eating disorders, fibromyalgia). I believe all people can become happier and I work with clients to make families healthier places for everyone.

Confucious said "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step," You have taken the first step to better yourself, and I have a passion for meeting you where you are in this journey called life. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, and strive, from the first session, to build a strong and trusting foundation with each individual so that healing and change can occur. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, as each individual is the expert in their own lives, and work with you to build on your strengths and provide you with new skills to approach life and better yourself.

In over thirty years as a practicing licensed social worker clients have come to therapy with a variety of concerns that mirror the concerns of many who become caught up in the anxiety ridden society of which we are a part. Separation and divorce, single parenting, chemical dependency, family conflict, alienation in marriage, lose of "self" in the family, gay/lesbian identity, depression/anxiety/fear, bereavement, marital discord, distancing and an affair, problems with acting out children, school problems, engaged couples unsure of their committment, just to name a few.

Taking new clients! I treat clients who experience anxiety, depression, mood disorders, panic disorders, self-esteem-related issues as well as life transitions, and sexual addiction. I am also LGBTQIA+-affirming. I utilize evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychodynamic theories, as well as Humanistic therapy. I work to provide a safe space for my clients to be able to be themselves within a judgment-free zone and work towards being their best selves.

Sometimes we feel like our light has been dimmed by our past experiences and ongoing life stressors. Maybe others have noticed that you have been more irritable, distant, or just “different”. Whether it be anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or other life circumstances, don’t let that hold you back from building the life you deserve. You’re here because you finally want to take back control of your life and begin to find yourself again. Your struggles do not have to define you and you deserve to be happy.

Whether you’re trying to manage an increase in anxiety, work through past trauma, or figure out how to deal with life's curveballs, I am here to help. Maybe you're struggling with how to navigate school or work demands, perhaps questioning your identity and life's purpose, or wanting to find a way to be kinder to yourself. Life often has a way of holding us down, not allowing us to see clearly, and we end up being consumed by worries and doubts. This can alter our reality and we become lost to the whole picture. A picture that shows us a life full of potential, hope and kindness.

For some of us, our ability to maintain a loving, empowered relationship with ourselves can be more challenging due to circumstance, our mental health (or lack thereof), and events that may have happened to us. Perhaps this shows up as struggling to show up for ourselves in ways we do for others. For many, when we feel like our potential is different than our reality, we may turn against ourselves.

Hello! I strive to create a space that meets all of your needs. I offer a wide range of therapy resulting from my diverse experience: sexuality and gender identity, substance use disorders, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. I work primarily with adults and adolescents, and I provide both individual and couple’s counseling.