Jungian Therapists in Bala Cynwyd, PA
I work with adults (18+) who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next steps—whether in relationships, career, or personal growth. Many of my clients are capable and driven but find themselves overthinking, lacking direction, or feeling unfulfilled. Together, we focus on building clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of direction so you can start making decisions with purpose instead of doubt.
I work with adults (18+) who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next steps—whether in relationships, career, or personal growth. Many of my clients are capable and driven but find themselves overthinking, lacking direction, or feeling unfulfilled. Together, we focus on building clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of direction so you can start making decisions with purpose instead of doubt.
Erin Elizabeth McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
5 Endorsed
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
As a therapist, my clearest purpose is to help clients to alleviate debilitating symptoms of anxiety, depression and confusion. We do that in two major ways: one, finding the sources of the symptom and exploring the origins together and two, treating the symptoms with personally tailored, evidence-based interventions. As we participate in the treasure hunt of therapy, we battle pirates, feel the rain on our faces and build new structures for shelter along the way. Imagine building a map together where X marks the spot. What is your X? If you don't know, let's find out together.
As a therapist, my clearest purpose is to help clients to alleviate debilitating symptoms of anxiety, depression and confusion. We do that in two major ways: one, finding the sources of the symptom and exploring the origins together and two, treating the symptoms with personally tailored, evidence-based interventions. As we participate in the treasure hunt of therapy, we battle pirates, feel the rain on our faces and build new structures for shelter along the way. Imagine building a map together where X marks the spot. What is your X? If you don't know, let's find out together.
I have training and experience in Jungian Psychology, Gestalt Therapy, Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy & Developmental/Child Psychology.
I have many years experience helping people who have anxiety, depression, addictions, compulsive behavior disorders (food, sex, gambling) and all kinds of relational challenges. I call myself a Wholistic Existential Psychologist, indicating that I work from a Depth Psychology perspective that emphasizes each person's unique life and the interaction of mind, body and spirit in finding balance and personal integration. I believe that a healing relationship is at the core of successful psychotherapy. I also believe that Psychotherapy is a process of completing unfinished business and rewriting negative personal narratives into more positive life stories.
I have training and experience in Jungian Psychology, Gestalt Therapy, Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy & Developmental/Child Psychology.
I have many years experience helping people who have anxiety, depression, addictions, compulsive behavior disorders (food, sex, gambling) and all kinds of relational challenges. I call myself a Wholistic Existential Psychologist, indicating that I work from a Depth Psychology perspective that emphasizes each person's unique life and the interaction of mind, body and spirit in finding balance and personal integration. I believe that a healing relationship is at the core of successful psychotherapy. I also believe that Psychotherapy is a process of completing unfinished business and rewriting negative personal narratives into more positive life stories.
Dr. David Pulley "Dr. Dave" earned his bachelor's in psychology from Howard University in DC and obtained both his Master's and Doctorate from Chestnut Hill College in PA. His Doctorate degree is in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in the subject of Soul Mates. As a result, he is known as an expert on soul mates and a pioneer of some of the clinically based models and theories on the subject. Dr. Pulley has created a team of clinical consultants (Tender Loving Care Clinical Consultations) who provide psychologically based consultative support for their client base.
Dr. David Pulley "Dr. Dave" earned his bachelor's in psychology from Howard University in DC and obtained both his Master's and Doctorate from Chestnut Hill College in PA. His Doctorate degree is in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in the subject of Soul Mates. As a result, he is known as an expert on soul mates and a pioneer of some of the clinically based models and theories on the subject. Dr. Pulley has created a team of clinical consultants (Tender Loving Care Clinical Consultations) who provide psychologically based consultative support for their client base.
Everyone has a story and it is my privilege to be invited into yours. My unique blend of warmth and tenacity set me apart as a therapist and allow me to work with clients towards meaningful change. I value the relationships I form with clients and my goal is to make everyone I work with feel safe, respected and accepted for who they are. My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.
Everyone has a story and it is my privilege to be invited into yours. My unique blend of warmth and tenacity set me apart as a therapist and allow me to work with clients towards meaningful change. I value the relationships I form with clients and my goal is to make everyone I work with feel safe, respected and accepted for who they are. My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.
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I aim to create a safe, welcoming space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. This supportive environment encourages self-reflection and open dialogue, which are key elements for growth and healing. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or trauma, I’m here to listen and help you move forward. Together, we'll focus on building resilience, strengthening coping skills, and enhancing your mental and emotional well-being.
I aim to create a safe, welcoming space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. This supportive environment encourages self-reflection and open dialogue, which are key elements for growth and healing. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or trauma, I’m here to listen and help you move forward. Together, we'll focus on building resilience, strengthening coping skills, and enhancing your mental and emotional well-being.
Challenges and occasional catastrophes are inevitable, and serve to strengthen our confidence in the long run. If our fear and negativity are running the show, however, we get stuck. Let's pick apart the patterns that do not serve and re-author a peaceful, vibrant future. Using a combination of psychotherapy and coaching allows us to uncover destructive patterns, heal, and then move forward in a positive, purposeful direction. What are the painful ideas, feelings and memories that fuel your reactions?
Challenges and occasional catastrophes are inevitable, and serve to strengthen our confidence in the long run. If our fear and negativity are running the show, however, we get stuck. Let's pick apart the patterns that do not serve and re-author a peaceful, vibrant future. Using a combination of psychotherapy and coaching allows us to uncover destructive patterns, heal, and then move forward in a positive, purposeful direction. What are the painful ideas, feelings and memories that fuel your reactions?
My work integrates IFS, Jungian psychology, DBT, and collaborative psychiatric care to support healing that is individualized, holistic, and grounded in lived experience.
Hi! I'm Bird- My ideal client is a professional helper, caregiver, or adolescents and adults who feel burned out, are questioning themselves, or quietly struggling with recovery, identity stress, or trauma. They’re often used to being the strong one and feel disconnected from their own needs. They want relief, clarity, and sustainable ways to live and work without losing themselves.
I work well with generational cycle breakers, first in the family to seek help/go to therapy, individuals who are navigating identity and life shift, grief, loss, adjustment, and those healing from trauma caused by organized religion.
My work integrates IFS, Jungian psychology, DBT, and collaborative psychiatric care to support healing that is individualized, holistic, and grounded in lived experience.
Hi! I'm Bird- My ideal client is a professional helper, caregiver, or adolescents and adults who feel burned out, are questioning themselves, or quietly struggling with recovery, identity stress, or trauma. They’re often used to being the strong one and feel disconnected from their own needs. They want relief, clarity, and sustainable ways to live and work without losing themselves.
I work well with generational cycle breakers, first in the family to seek help/go to therapy, individuals who are navigating identity and life shift, grief, loss, adjustment, and those healing from trauma caused by organized religion.
We all have running narratives about who we are in this world. We use certain words to describe ourselves, like “I’m too sensitive.” “I’m an anxious person.” “I’m not good enough.” While these stories are based on real experiences, they can also hold power over our self-esteem, our decision-making, and our relationships. In therapy, we will work to understand yourself and the world around you in new ways that feel more accepting, empowering and expansive.
We all have running narratives about who we are in this world. We use certain words to describe ourselves, like “I’m too sensitive.” “I’m an anxious person.” “I’m not good enough.” While these stories are based on real experiences, they can also hold power over our self-esteem, our decision-making, and our relationships. In therapy, we will work to understand yourself and the world around you in new ways that feel more accepting, empowering and expansive.
Throughout our life each of us will be faced with a variety of challenges the outcome of which may profoundly affect us and those we love. As a licensed psychologist it is my privilege to give clients hope that as they resolve their personal and relationship issues they will begin to truly live the life they were meant to live - one filled with joy, confidence, enthusiasm and purpose.
Throughout our life each of us will be faced with a variety of challenges the outcome of which may profoundly affect us and those we love. As a licensed psychologist it is my privilege to give clients hope that as they resolve their personal and relationship issues they will begin to truly live the life they were meant to live - one filled with joy, confidence, enthusiasm and purpose.
Each of us comes to psychotherapy for different reasons, and while no two psychotherapy journeys will be alike, we all require the same essential conditions of empathy, acceptance, and supportive encouragement to examine our lives with an attitude of curiosity and a creative vision for change. As a licensed psychologist with a wide-range of training and clinical experience, I am committed to establishing a therapeutic relationship that is dedicated toward understanding the circumstances that have brought you to this point in your life and in drawing upon your strengths and resources for taking your life in a new direction.
Each of us comes to psychotherapy for different reasons, and while no two psychotherapy journeys will be alike, we all require the same essential conditions of empathy, acceptance, and supportive encouragement to examine our lives with an attitude of curiosity and a creative vision for change. As a licensed psychologist with a wide-range of training and clinical experience, I am committed to establishing a therapeutic relationship that is dedicated toward understanding the circumstances that have brought you to this point in your life and in drawing upon your strengths and resources for taking your life in a new direction.
High-functioning anxiety and burnout often hide behind success, leaving you exhausted from simply performing wellness. If workplace stress, relationship demands, or carrying too much alone has led to career fatigue, chronic worry, and restless sleep, you need real relief. As a psychologist providing therapy in West Chester, PA, and surrounding areas like Exton and Delaware County, I help adults quiet the overthinking and self-blame. You deserve to feel genuinely calm, connected, and at ease in your own life without losing your drive.
High-functioning anxiety and burnout often hide behind success, leaving you exhausted from simply performing wellness. If workplace stress, relationship demands, or carrying too much alone has led to career fatigue, chronic worry, and restless sleep, you need real relief. As a psychologist providing therapy in West Chester, PA, and surrounding areas like Exton and Delaware County, I help adults quiet the overthinking and self-blame. You deserve to feel genuinely calm, connected, and at ease in your own life without losing your drive.
My approach to counseling is proactive and engaging in helping the client understand their power and reach synergy with their authentic self.
In working with clients, I hope to enable the push to reach greater heights through understanding the past, working the present, and identifying and reaching for that ideal future.
My approach to counseling is proactive and engaging in helping the client understand their power and reach synergy with their authentic self.
In working with clients, I hope to enable the push to reach greater heights through understanding the past, working the present, and identifying and reaching for that ideal future.
Sensing something in your life isn’t aligning? Many in early to middle adulthood begin questioning purpose, identity, relationships, and recurring patterns. My approach is depth-oriented, focusing not just on what you’re experiencing, but why. Together, we explore the roots of anxiety, sadness, anger, guilt, and inadequacy—uncovering the beliefs and patterns shaping your experience. Coping strategies that once helped can become obstacles, showing up as avoidance, procrastination, impulsivity, addiction, self-sabotage, or disconnection. We’ll explore difficult choices and support movement toward a more authentic, meaningful life.
Sensing something in your life isn’t aligning? Many in early to middle adulthood begin questioning purpose, identity, relationships, and recurring patterns. My approach is depth-oriented, focusing not just on what you’re experiencing, but why. Together, we explore the roots of anxiety, sadness, anger, guilt, and inadequacy—uncovering the beliefs and patterns shaping your experience. Coping strategies that once helped can become obstacles, showing up as avoidance, procrastination, impulsivity, addiction, self-sabotage, or disconnection. We’ll explore difficult choices and support movement toward a more authentic, meaningful life.
Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you want to create changes that make your life feel more exciting, satisfying, fulfilling, purposeful, or sustainable? Maybe you’re experiencing a creative block, relationship stagnancy, grief and loss, job dissatisfaction, career choice difficulty, feeling uninspired by life, struggling with food or substances, etc. Maybe you're taking on some of life's biggest milestones: graduation, marriage, embarking on becoming a parent, etc.
Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you want to create changes that make your life feel more exciting, satisfying, fulfilling, purposeful, or sustainable? Maybe you’re experiencing a creative block, relationship stagnancy, grief and loss, job dissatisfaction, career choice difficulty, feeling uninspired by life, struggling with food or substances, etc. Maybe you're taking on some of life's biggest milestones: graduation, marriage, embarking on becoming a parent, etc.
My work combines psychoanalytic/depth psychology/dream work/internal family systems therapy along with helping people learn how to listen to the unique and creative way in which our body carries wisdom, information and unprocessed experiences. It is important for us to tell the story of what has happened to us and to have our stories held in a compassionate manner. If we already know our story and find ourselves still stuck in old behaviors, thoughts and patterns, then learning to listen and experience how our bodies hold meaning for what's still unresolved or unknown is a valuable skill.
My work combines psychoanalytic/depth psychology/dream work/internal family systems therapy along with helping people learn how to listen to the unique and creative way in which our body carries wisdom, information and unprocessed experiences. It is important for us to tell the story of what has happened to us and to have our stories held in a compassionate manner. If we already know our story and find ourselves still stuck in old behaviors, thoughts and patterns, then learning to listen and experience how our bodies hold meaning for what's still unresolved or unknown is a valuable skill.
Choosing to begin psychotherapy can start with a feeling that there is more for you to discover, a greater balance to achieve, or a challenge to work through. In the safe accepting space of therapy, a healing process can evolve at a pace that is supportive and comfortable for you. I encourage people to approach their inner work with gentleness, perseverance, courage and compassion. I offer psychodynamic, mindful, cognitive and trauma-informed care to individuals, pairs and groups, including independent teens. I value and practice a thoughtful, culturally aware, and collaborative approach to our work.
Choosing to begin psychotherapy can start with a feeling that there is more for you to discover, a greater balance to achieve, or a challenge to work through. In the safe accepting space of therapy, a healing process can evolve at a pace that is supportive and comfortable for you. I encourage people to approach their inner work with gentleness, perseverance, courage and compassion. I offer psychodynamic, mindful, cognitive and trauma-informed care to individuals, pairs and groups, including independent teens. I value and practice a thoughtful, culturally aware, and collaborative approach to our work.
You are someone who comes across as having it "all together" - you are self-aware, (maybe a little too) independent, ambitious, and usually the "strong" one, on whom others rely. Yet internally, you may feel a chronic sense of emptiness, burnout, distrust, and disconnection. Alternatively, you may live with overwhelming thoughts and emotions that you struggle to make sense of and contain. Perhaps you have been in talk therapy before, yet not much has shifted. I support deep feelers, creatives, and cycle breakers in rebuilding inner security using holistic creative practices that are tailored to empower you,
You are someone who comes across as having it "all together" - you are self-aware, (maybe a little too) independent, ambitious, and usually the "strong" one, on whom others rely. Yet internally, you may feel a chronic sense of emptiness, burnout, distrust, and disconnection. Alternatively, you may live with overwhelming thoughts and emotions that you struggle to make sense of and contain. Perhaps you have been in talk therapy before, yet not much has shifted. I support deep feelers, creatives, and cycle breakers in rebuilding inner security using holistic creative practices that are tailored to empower you,
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s emotional challenges. Coming from an urban community where therapy is often stigmatized, I am passionate about changing that narrative. I help clients process anger, manage anxiety and depression, and build healthier coping strategies to feel more in control of their emotional well-being.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s emotional challenges. Coming from an urban community where therapy is often stigmatized, I am passionate about changing that narrative. I help clients process anger, manage anxiety and depression, and build healthier coping strategies to feel more in control of their emotional well-being.
As a Jungian analyst, my approach focuses on one's unlived life as expressed continually through dreams, fantasies and other symbolic material.
Having trained at the C.G. Jung at the Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland, and having a doctorate in psychology, I will bring a special blend of compassionate care and the skills to help you understand your inner and outer lives.
As a Jungian analyst, my approach focuses on one's unlived life as expressed continually through dreams, fantasies and other symbolic material.
Having trained at the C.G. Jung at the Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland, and having a doctorate in psychology, I will bring a special blend of compassionate care and the skills to help you understand your inner and outer lives.
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Jungian Therapists
How does Jungian therapy work?
Jungian therapy, also called analytical psychology, focuses on a patient’s inner experiences and unconscious mind. Exploring a person’s unconscious mind can be achieved through several means, including the analysis of memories and dreams, and through physical exercises, such as art, dance, and word association.
How long does Jungian therapy last?
Jungian therapy is an intensive treatment type. Because its goal is to understand a person as a whole, including the unconscious aspects of them, treatment can range from months to years. Since patients learn the theory behind Jungian therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have completed.
Is Jungian therapy effective?
According to studies, many patients find success with Jungian therapy, and the century-old treatment has a devoted following. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Improvements in problem areas seem to continue even after the end of Jungian therapy, as people are able to continue working on themselves using the tools they’ve learned during the treatment.
Is Jungian therapy evidence-based?
Jungian therapy is theory-based, derived from the theories of Carl Jung, a Swiss psychiatrist often called one of the fathers of psychology, along with Sigmund Freud. Jung developed his theories from observing the problems of patients, and developed many theories of how the mind works. Subsequent psychological research has determined that Jungian therapy can lead to significant improvement in most patients.