UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH Therapists in Dresher, PA

I am a licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and New York with twenty years of private practice experience. I received my Doctorate of Psychology from Widener University in 1995. I completed pre-doctoral internships at The Renfrew Center for eating disorders in Philadelphia and the Bryn Mawr Youth and Family Center in Bryn Mawr. I specialize in helping individuals with a wide range of emotional challenges including, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, adjustment/life transition issues and relationship issues. I also specialize in treating individuals with a full spectrum of eating disorders and body image issues, self-harming, and addictive behaviors including substance abuse.

I use the therapeutic relationship as the primary vehicle to provide corrective feedback to the human beings that come to see me. I model accountability, vulnerability, and grit. When I fail to uphold these virtues I own my errors and process my fallibility with my people to mend the ruptures that inevitably result in interpersonal relationships. Our caregivers, relatives, friends, acquaintances, and members of our community inflict wounds- sometimes directly, sometimes inadvertently. These wounds combine with our predispositions and are expressed as symptoms that impede our ability to experience a satisfying life. Humans inherently deserve relief from these troubling adaptations.

I believe that fit between therapist and client is one of the most important factors in counseling. My style is to adapt my approach to the client's personality and needs. Some people want or respond well to a lot of feedback, suggestions, and structured goals, while others need a good listener more than anything else. I strive to put the client first in developing the treatment plan. I have extensive experience in treating a broad range of issues and in psychological assessment. Feel free to call first to discuss your needs if you are not sure that I'm the right therapist for you.

Thank you for checking out my profile. I primarily work with adults and adolescents, but occasionally work with children. My focus is on addictions, mood disorders, or personality disorders. Because of the high rate of trauma with addictions and personality disorders, I offer trauma informed care and best practices to all of my clients. For over 10 years I have run an adolescent Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) group for adolescents and young adults who self harm or have self destructive behaviors. Finally, I offer crisis and health and wellness seminars to local businesses in need.

Welcome! You have now taken the first step in seeking out support and I know this may not have been easy. Finding time for self-care is so important, but often is first to go. Do you feel weighed down with general life stress, anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, work issues, low self-esteem, relationship stress, LGBTQ+ specific stress or even coming into a new awareness of your gender/sexual identity? Have you found yourself struggling to focus on the present, having your past or future concerns pulling you in opposite directions? Perhaps you want to learn how to work with situations you face instead of fighting them.

Hi and welcome! My name is Elyse and I am an eating disorder and body image specialist in the Philadelphia area. I also work extensively with anxiety disorders, self-esteem, and trauma co-occurring with an eating disorder or as stand-alone issues. I believe that with some courage, commitment, and hope, we can do great things and I am passionate about helping my clients realize their worth and how strong and resilient they really are. I understand that what is hurting you may also be protecting you, and that letting go is no easy feat. I'm here though, to hold your hand, cheer you on, and remind you that you can do this.

I’ve worked with ages 4-18, as well as adults. I have experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, parents, and families dealing with a wide range of challenges including the impacts of generational trauma, parent-child relational challenges, and relational difficulties. I’ve also worked with a wide range of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, autism, adjustment disorders, PTSD, personality disorders and mood disorders.

After 25 years of experience in the field of behavioral health & human relations , I continue to be excited and energized by the unique interactions and special challenges that courageous patients bring to the therapy meetings. I have always felt it is an honor and privilege to be doing this type of work.My areas of specialization and training include individual, couples and family therapy. I also work effectively with special populations such as seniors and individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities. My approach is eclectic or integrative, but I use many behavioral and cognitive-behavioral approaches in my work.

Everyone can use an objective voice to help them work out what is going on in their lives. Sometimes relief can begin just by deciding that a little help won’t hurt. “Beneath every behavior there is a feeling. And beneath each feeling is a need. And when we meet that need rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom” (Ashleigh Warner). This is my philosophy for counseling. I have done work with children/adolescents and their families. Mental health concerns manifest differently in children/teens than they do in adults, and I know what to look for and how to help find the skills to help.

Frank is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with many years’ experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and family dynamics in inpatient, outpatient, and chemical depended facilities. Frank specializes in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, multi-level trauma, grief and loss, substance use, mood disorders, communication and intimacy challenges, anger management, problems related to internal and external stressors, career paths, life transitions: large and small, and increasing one’s self-worth: value and esteem.

Ms. Welty received her MS degree in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. With over 15 years in the field, she specializes in trauma therapy, substance use disorders, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Ms. Welty works with adults (18+), couples, families, and groups. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ms. Welty is also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She uses CBT, REBT, 12-Step, solution-focused, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapeutic modalities.

Although feeling anxious is a natural response to stress, sometimes it can become so intense it effects your daily life. Often times depression can accompany anxiety becoming debilitating where you can no longer think clearly or enjoy the things you once did. Together we can dig to the root of these feelings, and begin to use tools and strategies to bring your stress levels down and regain control. Along with specializing in anxiety and depression, I also focus on how the two can be detrimental to relationships.

Life is a journey filled expectations and excitement. However, we all experience trauma severe life stressors and it is not uncommon for our lives to feel like it is unraveling. My passion is to assist individuals and families through the healing process who are dealing with difficult transitions, traumatic and stressful life circumstances. My goal is to help my clients, who include children, adults, and families, to develop healthy self-perceptions, strengthen core relationships, develop tools to navigate through life’s difficult moments and create new normal when necessary so they can continue to live fulfilling lives.