Female Therapists in Chester County, PA

We are passionate about working with adults who struggle with the social, emotional, and behavioral challenges related to the diagnoses of ASD, ADD/ADHD, learning differences, parenting stressors and strategies, coping skills, relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, feelings of overwhelming stress, and grief/loss, trauma and PTSD.

Thank you for considering my professional counseling services. No matter what has brought you here today, you have just taken your first step toward a successful change in your life. If you are suffering from a divorce, illness or loss, depression, anxiety, ADD, developmental issues, anger, or a disruption or transition in your life or your child's life; allow me to help you. As a therapist, I will utilize a warm, confidential, non-judgemental approach to assisting you with your issue. I enjoy helping children, adolescents and adults understand and cope with their issues. Together, we find solutions so you can meet your goals.

I am adept at supporting clients with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms, seeking greater self-awareness, clarity, and insight about their current struggles and how to shift them. My ideal client is motivated to change and is interested in co-creating the goals to work towards that change, with the ultimate aim being to reduce distress and build/nurture a rich and meaningful life. I often suggest homework to help practice the skills we are learning together in session. I integrate extensive clinical experience, specialized training, & my unique personality (including a healthy dose of confidence, humility, and humor).

Change is never easy. Welcome to taking the first step in your journey. I have dedicated the last 33 years helping individuals, couples and families to find more effective ways to make meaningful changes and live a more satisfying life. My areas of specialty include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, Bi-polar, PTSD, grief/loss, substance abuse, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. I have worked with countless couples and families to improve communication and restore a sense of peace, understanding, and happiness.

I believe grief is a highly personal experience and is often not a linear process. To undergo the process alone can feel very isolating and unprocessed grief can hold us back from living. The dominant American culture often does not allow much space or permission to grieve. It often feels like nobody understands your loss. Not even your partner really understands, because they’re grieving in their own way. It hurts, possibly more than anything you have ever experienced. Life doesn’t seem fair right now and it’s hard to imagine moving forward.

Are you looking for a therapist for your child or adolescent because they seem down, anxious, or having trouble managing relationships or stress? Being a kid right now is so challenging, and having additional support from a therapist can be invaluable! Maybe you are looking for help for yourself. Maybe you are a parent struggling in that role. Or, maybe you are trying to heal your own wounds from experiences you had early on in life. Maybe you'd like to heal so you can feel better, more present, and less anxious in your here and now.

Feeling anxious, tired, disconnected from those around you, having difficulty communicating, or not feeling motivated can be exhausting. Do you find yourself unsure about who you are or who you will be in the future? Do racing thoughts keep you up at night or keep you from enjoying your life? These are not uncommon feelings or thoughts. If you want to feel more confident, be able to set boundaries, and feel emotionally lighter, I am happy to help. I work with all individuals, and I am especially passionate about working with LBGTQ individuals.

Helping clients to create and discover healing, meaning, and joy.

Therapy is a gift. It is transformative. It is empowering. And empowering others through warmth, support, compassion, evidence-based therapeutic practices, and psychoeducation is what gets my blood pumping. My fundamental goal is to help you discover the strength and agency within yourself to make important choices which espouse positive change. Emotions can be difficult to navigate. I firmly and emphatically believe that, together, we can identify and employ effective tools which serve as a catalyst for allowing you to experience improved wellness, and enjoy an enduringly elevated quality of life.

I believe that counseling is a collaborative process. Together, we will seek to identify what is already working successfully in your life and capitalize on these strengths to tackle any existing barriers. It is important to set manageable, realistic goals in order to achieve your objectives. Building a resilient mindset is the key to unlocking endless potential.

Starting therapy can be an overwhelming process. I want to provide a safe space where we can work together to address and work through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, self-esteem, and social relationships. I have a passion for working with adolescents, tweens, and young adults (ages 12-25) to work though and navigate life's challenges.

Hello and welcome. My name is Dr. Michele Kapalcik or “Dr. Michele” for short. I am a licensed Counselor and Therapist in several states. I have worked with helping a multitude of clients with many disorders and personal backgrounds. In addition, I have a Ph.D in Addiction Psychology with over 25 years of sobriety myself. I am very familiar with all stages of addiction and am eager to help.

New Beginnings Therapeutic Services is committed to being a client-centered practice. It is our goal to create a space for clients to share their most intimate thoughts and feelings, and for those thoughts to be received without judgment.

I am open to working with clients from all walks of life, those who know what their goals are, and those who are uncertain about what they expect from therapy. My professional and lived experience helps me relate to clients who have difficulties adjusting to changes in life, as well as older adults, caregivers, and people of all ages struggling with family issues. A psychodynamic approach helps clients feel listened to and encouraged to develop their story, gain insight and self-awareness, & notice the connection between past events and current difficulties.

Hi everyone! My name is Kristin (she/her)! As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I love what I do! This includes working with clients to reach their goals, reinforce their strengths and work towards inner healing. I strive to utilize reflective listening, empathetic understanding and compassion with my clients to provide a safe enough environment where they can feel comfortable sharing with me in our therapy sessions. I utilize modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, but work towards an individualized treatment approach as each client is different!

Do you ever feel like you're swimming up stream? Does it feel like the littlest things bother you? Maybe you're feeling like you aren't enjoying life like you did before? Or, maybe your child doesn't seem like he or she is as happy as before? Hard time sleeping? Struggling to manage your weight? It may be time to think and do your way to a happier and healthier you! It may have taken you quite some time to decide if you wanted to pursue treatment. That's okay, the most important thing is that you are here now!  I am here to support you in learning strategies to live the life that is best for you!

Thank you for visiting my psychology today page! My philosophy is that clients are the experts on their own lives, and sometimes we all need guidance and support to achieve what we want to achieve. I base my approach on each individual client but primarily use a person centered approach along with teaching many coping skills from the DBT modality. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, including young children. I have also worked with a variety of different diagnoses and can help clients with a variety of issues. Included in this would be anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self esteem, and relationship issues.

Therapist profiles can be overwhelming. You may feel like you have to know exactly what you need in order to find a therapist that addresses it. I want you to know that helping you learn what you need is part of therapy. Maybe all you know for sure is that you are emotionally suffering and would like help. My background is working with adoption (all forms), foster care, family loss, trauma, parenting, co-dependency, and more. However, I also help folks from all walks of life reduce their emotional suffering and achieve their goals. Whatever your needs are, I'm happy to see if I can help you suffer less and enjoy life more.

You are here because you know something has got to change. Are you self-critical? Do you have that depleting sense of never feeling good enough? Do you hyperfocus on your flaws, fears, or what others may think of you? Have you "let yourself go"? Do you feel overwhelmed or exhausted? Are you wanting to feel calm, light, accomplished, and confident? Has traditional therapy left you feeling like something was missing? My expertise is in mind-body therapy which helps you to work through your old patterns and offers you concrete tools to help you make small, yet profound, changes that support and nourish both the mind and the body.