Therapists in East Stroudsburg, PA

Introducing Jill Isaacson, a recent graduate of Chestnut Hill College, where she earned a degree in clinical and counseling psychology with a concentration in child and adolescent therapy. With a decade of experience working with children in clinical settings, Jill has specialized in providing support to adolescents and couples.

Society confronts us all with challenges that are complicated by daily stressors and expectations from family, work and the community. Social media has become an avenue to connect with people, but also opened the doors to connections that complicate the way we see ourselves and how we acquiesce. Although we experience undesirable emotions at times, emotions provide an opportunity to promote change and build resilience. My goal is to assist individuals/families with identifying problems that hinder success and create solutions that promote a positive self perception. It is possible to feel better even though things seem hopeless.

I am a masters level therapist that enjoys supporting individuals in reaching their personal goals. I believe in meeting a person where they are. In my therapeutic approach, I take a strength-based approach. I would like each of my clients to feel empowered and confident in their ability to maneuver through their therapeutic journey. I believe the things that we go through in life do not define us; they just shape us. People are resilient and have the ability and strength to overcome obstacles. With support, a desire to overcome/work through your challenges, and positive coping mechanisms, you can succeed.

I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in normalizing the need for treatment and providing a safe place to explore the issues that have impacted one's ability to live life, authentically. I have worked in a large variety of settings which include outpatient, crisis, inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment which has enabled me the opportunity to work with individuals with a wide variety of diagnoses and experiences. Through doing same, I have learned that it is imperative to treat the person, not the diagnosis.

Everyone experiences challenges in life which can be difficult to navigate; leaving one feeling anxious, depressed or simply unable to cope. Feeling heard, understood and respected is essential to overcoming these life changes and obstacles. I provide counseling services that couple a supportive client-counselor relationship with strength and evidence-based treatments in order to reach your goals. Sometimes ones’ challenges involve those closest to us; in these situations I will provide counseling for family relationships that is geared at improving communication and increasing family unity.

Do you find yourself looking for support and guidance through challenging times? As a life coach, I am charged to provide a listening ear with caring and compassionate services through life challenges. Through talk therapy, we can explore a healing path in a safe and encouraging environment free of judgment.

PLEASE NOTE – INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. DO NOT CONTACT UNLESS YOU ARE INTERESTED. My ideal Client is someone who has a mental health diagnosis or a substance use disorder. I will help the client set and achieve short and long term goals along with assisting in identifying triggers, coping skills and other areas of needs.

Clients often reach out during times of distress when life situations or challenges have become overwhelming. Family stressors, anxiety, depression or managing negative thoughts and behaviors are issues that many have faced. Here at East Stroudsburg Counseling Associates, we can help steer you towards the path of balancing these stressors and discovering new techniques and tools to manage life challenges. With motivation and support, change and adaptation is possible at any time in life.

I appreciate the courage it takes to seek help. As your therapist I will strive to have your therapeutic journey feel respectful, safe, and collaborative. I specialize in couples counseling and adolescent issues, however additional areas of skill include those struggling with loneliness, introversion, those seeking meaningful relationships, and with men’s issues. I collaborate best with clients that are motivated to work on making healthy changes in their lives.

Life can manifest itself in negative ways after experiencing trauma. Through an empathetic and compassionate approach, we can explore the best ways to help you work through life’s challenges. Whether its’ anxiety, depression, or the inability to focus on your goals, together we can develop skills to help you get back on track with the life you envision for yourself. Using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), applied behavioral analysis (ABA), mindfulness and motivational interviewing, we can find empowering ways to help you overcome some of life’s most common hurdles.

When you come to me, it's totally normal to wonder how therapy works. I've been in your shoes, feeling unsure about it all. Therapy can seem mysterious and overwhelming. That's why I focus on connecting with you and helping you deal with what's happening in your life right now. In my six years of helping people, I've seen how we can overcome anxiety, depression, and fears together. I've also supported clients dealing with tough situations like loss, family issues, and trauma. And just so you know, I'm here to support everyone, no matter where they fall on the LGBTQI+ spectrum.

What sets the identity of my sessions is their structure and strategy. While I believe in having client centered treatment, I've often felt as though the therapist/client relationship requires strategy and tangible advancement that can be noted by the client. What this means is that using psycho education to identify thought or behavior patterns is often used as well as guided conversations to further explore the nature of distressed mental health symptoms. My previous experience includes: Adult counseling with a focus on Anxiety based disorders, Family counseling, Reunification counseling, Drug/Alcohol counseling

As a male therapist in the Stroudsburg and adjacent communities, I assist individuals with addressing the many challenges that persist in our environment, and that promote unexpected, overwhelming stress. I focus particularly on human behavior and the elements that we can control, to the extent that it allows the individual in need to hopefully reap the benefits of living a rewarding and fulfilling life. Historically, men are very resistant toward the counseling experience. I allay their anxiety by providing a friendly, non-judgmental setting for candid dialogue during the process. My practice is devoted to improving social relationships through healthy interventions at all times.

Reaching out for help and support is a sign of strength not weakness. Many things such as addiction, depression, or anxiety can challenge us toward seeking change in our lives. Together we can explore your thinking and work toward a change that will empower and motivate a healthy, balanced life. I truly believe everyone deserves my respect without judgment. As human beings we all have our struggles.

Everyone has challenges which at times can be overwhelming. For some, the challenges are not easy for them to resolve, and professional help is needed. No matter what your present need may be, the counseling team at Empowered Living is here to assist you on your journey to making better life choices and recovery.

Life is meant to be lived in color. Emotional pain or other life issues can make that difficult. As part of a group at Pocono Psychological Services we are confident we can find someone to guide you to live your life to the fullest. Let us help.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Relationship Counselor, Certified Divorce Coach, and a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. I have been working in the mental health field for approximately 21 years in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. I specialize in helping individuals utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help them manage anxiety and depression. However, CBT can also be utilized to help a variety of mood disorders, as well as daily issues that affect us all such as stress/stress management, time management and communication skills.

You have taken a big step in beginning the search for a therapist and I respect how difficult that can be. At times life can become overwhelming and confusing and sometimes we need to step back and talk it out without fear of judgement or consequences. I believe creating a safe and collaborative environment is essential to moving forward and reaching personal goals that my clients set. I bring a unique perspective from my experience in a school setting working with children and adolescents in understanding how school life can impact family life, and vice versa.

Are you experiencing stress from chronic illness or life in general! Together we will work to boost your self-esteem and manage your stress by creating a self- care routine that uniquely fits into your life. Learn how to recognize when you are people pleasing and why you are constantly putting others first. Let's discuss how the mind and the body are connected and are affecting your overall health and well-being! We will use a variety of creative approaches to help you discover your best self. Clients often leave feeling inspired and reconnected to their own creative process.