Therapists in Chester Springs, PA

I specialize in working with those who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, attachment disorders and relationship complications (including relationships with high conflict individuals). My goal is to support you in the journey back to your true self and provide tools that allow you to find your worth, deepening the connection with yourself in order to have healthier connections with others.

I specialize in evaluation and diagnosis, which are the building blocks to effective treatment. As a Licensed Psychologist for over 20 years, I have developed a great appreciation and compassion for the needs of my clients. I counsel teens, adults, to seniors to find practical and successful ways to meet these needs.

One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Part of our story is suffering. Emotional suffering may include anxiety, depression, grief, conflicts in relationships and trauma. For most of us, suffering is more than just one thing. As humans, we innately try to avoid suffering instead of confronting it. I want to guide you to understand, confront, and alleviate your suffering. The goal is to increase understanding of the self which leads to feelings of empowerment, courage, self-determination, hope, meaningfulness and freedom.

“I feel like I’m not enough.” “I feel like I don't fit in or know who I am.” “Sometimes I feel lonely and unseen.” Sound familiar? If you’re struggling with recognizing your self-value and self-worth, confused over who you are and of your place in the world, having trouble relating to yourself and to others, and feeling stuck in and overwhelmed by your past, I honor and welcome you. If you are looking to tell your own story, and hold all the parts of you in grace, compassion, and wholeness, I honor and welcome you. My agency-promoting, culturally-affirming, and trauma-informed approach honors you as the expert on you.

Hi there! Are you feeling alone, stressed, confused, overwhelmed, hopeless or helpless? Do you feel you lost control of your life? Just remember that you are not alone. I am here to guide you and support you in the journey to learn identify, process, and overcome your challenges so that you can regain full control of your life. My goal is also to empower you to discover the capable, strong, and sufficient you that can defeat the anxiety, depression, or day-to-day life stress affecting you.

Sandplay Therapy is an effective modality to for children, adolescents and adults. Often, finding the words to express ones' feelings is a challenge. Together the client and the therapist review the creative process to help understand the feelings and experience. The picture created in the sand tray is a way for expressing ones’ internal feelings. Trauma whether it happens to a child, adolescent or an adult can contribute to feeling disorganized and insecure. For a child, adolescent or an adult feeling disorganized is scary. Sandplay Therapy will enhance self- regulation evident in one' behavior.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with close to 20 years of helping professional experience. My hope is as your therapist to be a breath of fresh air during this difficult time.

Research shows that individuals in other countries outside of the United States are simply happier. According to U.S. News, the United States comes in at a staggering 19th place, as far as World’s Happiest Countries goes. I have traveled to over 45 countries to gain a better understanding of precisely why this is. I seek to find not only why individuals in other countries are happier, what qualities they possess, in addition to what their daily lifestyles encompass that encourage happiness levels.

I offer empathic therapy with a focus on trauma informed practices. My approach is collaborative and psychodynamic, and driven by the unique needs of each individual client. My specialty is helping my clients through the treatment of trauma and history of trauma, relational challenges, and transitional life events.

Research shows that interacting with horses has many benefits like lower blood pressure and heart rate, an increase in neurotransmitters that act as pain suppressants, decreased stress, decreased anger, hostility, tension, and anxiety, better social skills can develop, greater feelings of empowerment, confidence, patience, and self-efficacy.

Talking to a therapist can be a hard decision to make for a lot of people. Some days you might not feel like "getting into it" again but you want to feel connected and supported. I understand all of that and have been there myself. I'm not the typical therapist as my clients can attest. I'm more of a supportive friend and do my best to meet you where you are and with what you need.

Immediate Daytime Availability — We’re more lonely, worried, and unsatisfied than ever. Stores are full of self-help books and supplements, but are we getting any happier? If you or your relationship are suffering, what you may really need is more connection and support.

Life can be challenging. Stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems can affect a quality of your life. You might feel overwhelmed and unsure what to do. I help clients to learn about themselves, heal from negative life experiences, learn coping skills and have an exciting and satisfying sex life. I work with clients who have lack of sexual desire, difficulties with reaching an orgasm, pain during sex and erectile difficulties. I am a certified clinical trauma professional, and an AASECT certified sex therapist.

I will work with you to resolve areas where you may feel misunderstood, confused, or stuck. Studies have shown that we are able to change throughout our lifespan. This means we do not have to be stuck living the same way forever. My approach is psychodynamic psychotherapy where two people work together to understand what is contributing to one’s suffering and to find a path forward, toward recovery. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents looking for a change and a way to experience happiness in life.

Hi! I’m Victoria and I have experience working with teens, young adults and adults with a special interest in anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and trauma. I believe everyone already has the qualities they need to meet their goals and therapy can be about learning to access and utilize them.

I am passionate about helping those who suffer with mental health and dual disorders. My approach is empathetic and compassion first, with the goal of helping my clients overcome the obstacles in their lives that are inhibiting them from achieving fulfillment in life. No two clients are alike, therefore I treat each person's needs as I partner with them to heal the body, mind and spirit. My method is eclectic whether I am seeing you individually or in group , I believe everyone is capable of healing; as a therapist, it is my job to help guide each person on their own, personal journey toward healing and growth.

Sometimes the people in our lives just don’t get it. Our lives don't often offer the non-judgmental space to work through trauma, heartache, and overwhelming stress. Talking with a therapist is different from talking with a friend or family member because you are free of obligations and responsibility. It is all about you, and I will ask helpful questions, point out connections and patterns, and simply give you space to put yourself first and talk through your experiences.

If you're suffering from the impact of a traumatic event, whether recent or decades ago, I'm here to help. If you find yourself perpetually drawn to or stuck in unhealthy relationships, I'll work with you to alter your patterns to achieve a different outcome. For more than two decades, I have been guiding people like you to gain the awareness necessary for change. Together, we'll explore your strengths and challenges, utilizing practical, effective strategies to enhance your relationships and quality of life. Isn't it time?