Adults Therapists in Greensburg, PA

I am a certified EMDR therapist who works with adults on trauma related issues through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. EMDR is a method to help people process trauma more adaptively. When a traumatic event occurs, it seems to get locked in the nervous system with the original pictures, sounds, thoughts and feelings. EMDR appears to unlock the nervous system and allows the brain to process unconscious material more adaptively.

I am a Nationally Certified Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of adults/teens seeking mental health therapy. I have worked with a myriad of different mental health conditions including, but not limited to, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addictions, etc.Voted Top Psychotherapist in the area by The Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare, I go above and beyond for each of my patients. I give 150% to teach patients healthy productive coping skills to cope with difficult current life circumstances, long standing deep rooted personal issues and traumatic events. I help patients transform negative personal experiences into their own personal strength and growth!

Do you want to better understand yourself and your relationships? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward? Therapy can provide a place where you can freely express yourself and explore, without judgment, the obstacles that are preventing you from having a more satisfied life. I enjoy helping clients learn to listen to all of their feelings and let go of old patterns that once served them but no longer do. I offer support and challenge through the therapy relationship as people face their personal truths. I have openings for a new adult psychotherapy group but am not accepting new clients for individual therapy.

“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable” - Fred Rogers Sometimes we all need someone to help process through every day struggles, whether it be struggles with relationships, identity, work, or school. I work primarily from a cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered and dialectical behavioral therapy approach and work to figure out the “why” behind emotions, help build awareness to emotions, reframe faulty thinking and find positive solutions to every day problems.

Worried? Anxious? Depressed? Relationship issues and parenting concerns making you bonkers? I can help! Lisa Pope is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience providing effective, quality counseling services for individuals, couples and families. Using a skills based approach to treatment, Lisa TEACHES clients how to decrease their symptoms, restore balance and improve the overall quality of life! "My vision as a counselor is to teach clients the coping skills they need in order to be more effective in their day to day lives. Awareness without action is useless.

Life is full of changes. While any change can be trying and stressful, some are harder on us than others. The death of a loved one, a traumatic health event, diagnosis of a chronic disease, ending of a relationship, these can be especially challenging and really rock our sense of safety and well-being. These changes can lead us to feeling lost, anxious, sad, angry, or just plain "stuck".

"It’s not about calming the waters, but learning how to navigate in stormy seas." Over the years it has been deeply meaningful for me to help others feel more at ease within themselves, among others and within the world. Peace of mind, having a sense of being on the right track in life, successful relationships – that’s what most of us want and what is personally and professionally rewarding to me in assisting others achieve.

Let me pour you a cup of tea, and lets talk. Maybe you are feeling stuck, depressed, stressed, or anxious. There are lots of things in life that can get in the way of allowing us to be the best versions of ourselves. I take pride in being able to offer others the perspective necessary to develop deep insights into behavior patterns to move towards meaningful growth. I believe that our emotions our best teachers, and I like to support my clients in developing the willingness to sit with and learn from difficult emotions.

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." Carl Rogers. I believe self-acceptance is often key to our personal growth and change.

We are often told to “just get over it”. Although often well-intentioned, this saying is neither helpful or realistic. It is my firm belief that we don’t “get over” things, but we make meaning and learn to live with our experiences. As a certified EMDR therapist, I take pride in helping people do just that. Trauma impacts us all in unique ways and EMDR can help people achieve a variety of their personal goals related to healing, growth, and becoming “unstuck” from past experiences. From minor to major traumas, I am committed to helping you overcome your past and look forward to your future without fear and distress.

I believe in empowering a greater sense of responsibility so a person can manage and cope with life's trials and difficulties. If you are an individual struggling with depression or anxiety, a couple seeking a greater bond after some form of crisis, or a family in need of resolving various forms of conflict, then I am confident I can assist you. I also have done a lot of work with military veterans. I chose this line of work in mid-life. My other real life experience includes: a dairy farmer, a quality control inspector in manufacturing, a high school teacher, and an MCSE in the computer field. I know what it is like out there.

I am a firm believer that life is a journey; sometimes you need someone to assist you in navigating your journey. I believe the answers to your questions are inside of you, but they can be covered by pain and fear. I use a combination of traditional talk therapy and possibly creativity to support you in your healing process as you move towards health and development. I will listen, provide education, mindfulness, and other techniques to assist you in identifying unhealthy patterns in a helpful and compassionate way.