Medicaid Therapists in Erie, PA

I specialize in addictions, mental health, spirituality, and normal day stresses and feelings of being overwhelmed. I accept adults (18+), couples, and senior citizens. Conveniently located on east side of Erie next to the new UHAUL location on East Grandview off of Pine Ave. Evenings and some Saturday hours available to assist working/family responsibilities. I accept most insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare, and many EAP programs.

I hold licensure as a Professional Counselor to provide individual and family sessions for children, adolescents, and adults. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered as my primary modalities during treatment. CBT focuses on learning the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors/reactions. Person-Centered provides an encouraging and validating aura to help you reflect on your own strengths and self-worth. These approaches are mixed with humor and light therapeutic challenging to help hold accountability and follow through, which are key to progress. Take that next step and let's get started!

"To live is to have changed and to have lived well is to have changed often (John Henry Newman)." Are you struggling with anger, anxiety, depression, stress, marital, addiction or gambling problems and need help? Counseling can be the answer to a happier lifestyle. We focus on eliciting change and addressing current beliefs and behaviors that lead to negative outcomes in your life. I create an empathic and caring therapeutic environment to allow change and growth to happen. By empowering the client with strategies to overcome their problems then change begins and growth emerges. This leads to personal success.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I have over 25 years experience working with individuals, families and couples. Are you experiencing life or work stress, worry, depressed mood or relationship issues? I will help you process your current challenges. Find the peace and the joy you deserve in your life again.

Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.

Jordan’s specialties are working with children who have experienced trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, adjustment disorders, adoption, divorce, and grief and loss. This includes working with parents and families to better the entire environment for the child and family members. Jordan also works with adults who have experienced trauma, or are struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. Her experience not only allows Jordan to have a better understanding of the wide range of mental health struggles, but also of the available resources in the Erie area.

Do you feel like your life is lacking joy; clouded by stress, anxiety and depression? Or do you find yourself constantly arguing with your partner? Do you yearn for peace in a chaotic home? Let me walk with you on your journey as you develop new insights and learn skills that will renew the peace and joy in your life. I can help you deepen your friendship with your partner, create increased intimacy and develop a shared meaning for the future through research proven methods. ***Former family therapy supervisor now offering supervision for LPC licensure.

We are all human beings going through the experience of life together, although in the current age, it seems as though there is a movement of separateness, judgment, and shame. Presently, this trend is causing an epidemic of underlying unhappiness. Ask yourself: Am I having problems with the following?: **Getting up and facing the day? **Dealing with "difficult" people in my life? **Being vulnerable and sharing your feelings? ** Navigating romance and intimacy? **Wondering "Who am I?" and " Why am I here?" **Shutting off negative thinking?** Letting go of the need to be right or what "should" be? **Living in the present moment?**

If you are having difficulty with issues in your life and like a relaxed and down to earth type of therapist, I can help . I work with clients ages 6 years throughout adulthood, experiencing complications due to ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, self esteem, life transitions, trauma due to abuse/violence, confidence, relationships and communication problems along with behavior disorders,. I assist clients in finding their strengths, along with creative techniques to teach them how to use it to build their life worth living. I have a special interest in working with female clients of all ages.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addictions Counselor with over 30 years of counseling experience. I am the owner of ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling, LLC. I specialize in marital and couples; depression; addictions/recovery; anxiety; bipolar disorder; stress management; unproductive communication patterns; grief, trauma/PTSD; low self-esteem; lack of fulfillment in life; spirituality; unhealthy family dynamics/ACOA; parenting related issues; confidence building; unhealthy lifestyle challenges; yoga instruction; LGBT and diversity related issues.

I treat individuals,couples and families. I offer 25+ years of experience and expertise. I treat each individual with care,respect,and sincerity. I am very aware of the importance of choosing a therapist that can meet your needs.My goal is to meet your needs.

As a therapist I support people who feel stuck in their personal or family lives due to feeling depressed, anxious, hurt, hopeless, or angry. All of these issues can make you feel discouraged and our lives become more difficult to manage. But, don't get discouraged. Very often pain in our lives is a necessary component for change and growth even if it does not look like that at this moment.

If your facing emotional wounds or life challenges therapy may be the next healing step for you. My name is Sara French, I am experienced in treating child and adolescent issues, college planning, self esteem, anxiety, depression and grief therapy for all ages. Other primary focuses include women's issues, parent education, stress and anger management.

I am here to counsel people who want to feel happier more content or to reach their goals. Some common problems are depression, substance abuse or dependence, anxiety, relationship, anger, bi polar, psychosis and schizophrenia, and family problems. Counseling supports the client to discuss and understand ones issues, needs, style, while developing insight and learning new skills. Most issues can improve through individual or family counseling. We will work together to improve your; emotional health, problem solving and goal setting. Having a counselor who listens and hears what you are going through can help you move past your stuck point.