Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Harrisburg, PA
Do you struggle with self-doubt, low self-worth, or patterns that leave you feeling stuck? Do you wish you could reconnect with yourself, process past experiences, and feel more confident and grounded? I work with adolescents and adults who come to therapy seeking support to heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, or challenges that interfere with their sense of self.
Do you struggle with self-doubt, low self-worth, or patterns that leave you feeling stuck? Do you wish you could reconnect with yourself, process past experiences, and feel more confident and grounded? I work with adolescents and adults who come to therapy seeking support to heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, or challenges that interfere with their sense of self.
Hi, I’m Mimi, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. In my four years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to work in outpatient behavioral health, substance use treatment centers, higher education, and private practice. These experiences have allowed me to support individuals from many different backgrounds and walks of life, and I especially enjoy working with middle adolescents, college students, and young to middle-aged adults. I’m also passionate about supporting individuals within the BIPOC community.
Hi, I’m Mimi, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. In my four years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to work in outpatient behavioral health, substance use treatment centers, higher education, and private practice. These experiences have allowed me to support individuals from many different backgrounds and walks of life, and I especially enjoy working with middle adolescents, college students, and young to middle-aged adults. I’m also passionate about supporting individuals within the BIPOC community.
Hello! My name is Andrew Charney and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), am certified in Family Therapy, Level 1 Rational Living Therapy (Reality), and Gambling Addiction. I incorporate cognitive behavioral interventions, mindfulness with DBT, and motivational interviewing. I have 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy, in addition to addiction counseling and group counseling.
Hello! My name is Andrew Charney and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), am certified in Family Therapy, Level 1 Rational Living Therapy (Reality), and Gambling Addiction. I incorporate cognitive behavioral interventions, mindfulness with DBT, and motivational interviewing. I have 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy, in addition to addiction counseling and group counseling.
I tend to be a "jump right in"/very direct type of therapist, and I mostly use Solution-Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) methods in my practice.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with two decades of experience working directly with adult clients in a variety of treatment settings. I am a generalist therapist and my primary specialties are working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, co-dependency tendencies, grief, and life stressors/transitions.
I tend to be a "jump right in"/very direct type of therapist, and I mostly use Solution-Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) methods in my practice.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with two decades of experience working directly with adult clients in a variety of treatment settings. I am a generalist therapist and my primary specialties are working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, co-dependency tendencies, grief, and life stressors/transitions.
I bring experience across inpatient, IOP/PHP, and outpatient settings, and I draw from ACT, DBT, and CBT to help clients build resilience, develop practical skills, and make lasting, meaningful changes.
My ideal client is someone moving through a difficult or confusing season of life—child, teen, or adult—who’s ready for support and real change. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, identity concerns, trauma, or addiction. Many of my clients come in wanting a safe, nonjudgmental space to make sense of what they’re experiencing, learn healthier ways to cope, and feel more confident in who they are and who they’re becoming. Common goals we work on together include improving emotional regulation, strengthening self-worth, and creating more balanced, meaningful patterns in relation
I bring experience across inpatient, IOP/PHP, and outpatient settings, and I draw from ACT, DBT, and CBT to help clients build resilience, develop practical skills, and make lasting, meaningful changes.
My ideal client is someone moving through a difficult or confusing season of life—child, teen, or adult—who’s ready for support and real change. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, identity concerns, trauma, or addiction. Many of my clients come in wanting a safe, nonjudgmental space to make sense of what they’re experiencing, learn healthier ways to cope, and feel more confident in who they are and who they’re becoming. Common goals we work on together include improving emotional regulation, strengthening self-worth, and creating more balanced, meaningful patterns in relation
My ideal clients are veterans, first responders, high-stress professionals, fathers, leaders, business owners, and trauma survivors who are tired of just managing symptoms and pretending everything is fine. Many come to therapy dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship strain, or the pressure of always being the one others depend on. As a Marine Corps veteran, father, business owner, researcher, and therapist, I bring both clinical training and real-world experience. My goal is to build insight, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and move toward a life that feels more honest and connected
My ideal clients are veterans, first responders, high-stress professionals, fathers, leaders, business owners, and trauma survivors who are tired of just managing symptoms and pretending everything is fine. Many come to therapy dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship strain, or the pressure of always being the one others depend on. As a Marine Corps veteran, father, business owner, researcher, and therapist, I bring both clinical training and real-world experience. My goal is to build insight, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and move toward a life that feels more honest and connected
High-achieving professionals - executives, physicians, and attorneys - who have mastered their careers but find that chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout are bleeding into every corner of their lives. Sleep is disrupted. Relationships are strained. The mind that drives their success will not quiet down, even when they desperately need it to. They have often tried therapy before and felt like something was missing - like it moved too slowly or did not go deep enough. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to address these challenges with clinical precision, real tools, and measurable results.
High-achieving professionals - executives, physicians, and attorneys - who have mastered their careers but find that chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout are bleeding into every corner of their lives. Sleep is disrupted. Relationships are strained. The mind that drives their success will not quiet down, even when they desperately need it to. They have often tried therapy before and felt like something was missing - like it moved too slowly or did not go deep enough. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to address these challenges with clinical precision, real tools, and measurable results.
InStride Health specializes in treating young patients whose anxiety or OCD is causing significant impairment in life (ie., school avoidance, social isolation, family disruption, and physical manifestations.) Practicing evidence-based treatment (CBT, ACT, components of DBT) with an emphasis on exposure, the InStride team empowers youth to face their fears and build resilience.
InStride Health offers every patient and family a dedicated, multidisciplinary care team including a psychiatrist, therapist and exposure coach who work together throughout treatment. The care team provides individual, family and group therapy, exposure coaching, and medication management, as needed.
InStride Health specializes in treating young patients whose anxiety or OCD is causing significant impairment in life (ie., school avoidance, social isolation, family disruption, and physical manifestations.) Practicing evidence-based treatment (CBT, ACT, components of DBT) with an emphasis on exposure, the InStride team empowers youth to face their fears and build resilience.
InStride Health offers every patient and family a dedicated, multidisciplinary care team including a psychiatrist, therapist and exposure coach who work together throughout treatment. The care team provides individual, family and group therapy, exposure coaching, and medication management, as needed.
Trauma tends to be considered a buzz word. If you have experienced a traumatic event. You know that there is nothing trendy about what you experience. There is a want to escape the memory and constant reminders of the past. The need to move forward and progress in life. However, there is lingering guilt of what has occurred and how it has continued to make an impact. Being able to identify your triggers, cope with them, and replace the negative thoughts about the experience tends to be the common goal. To feel that your past is not holding you back.
Trauma tends to be considered a buzz word. If you have experienced a traumatic event. You know that there is nothing trendy about what you experience. There is a want to escape the memory and constant reminders of the past. The need to move forward and progress in life. However, there is lingering guilt of what has occurred and how it has continued to make an impact. Being able to identify your triggers, cope with them, and replace the negative thoughts about the experience tends to be the common goal. To feel that your past is not holding you back.
Welcome ! I’m truly glad you’ve found your way here. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, I offer more than just therapy sessions. I offer a safe, supportive space where your story is honored and your healing is priority!
Life can feel overwhelming when you're coping with trauma, loss, emotional distress, or major transitions. You may be holding more than you know how to carry and that’s where our work begins. I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs, integrating mind, body, and spirit to foster resilience, growth, and meaningful change.
Welcome ! I’m truly glad you’ve found your way here. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, I offer more than just therapy sessions. I offer a safe, supportive space where your story is honored and your healing is priority!
Life can feel overwhelming when you're coping with trauma, loss, emotional distress, or major transitions. You may be holding more than you know how to carry and that’s where our work begins. I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs, integrating mind, body, and spirit to foster resilience, growth, and meaningful change.
Rather than fighting against your thoughts, we’ll focus on building awareness, acceptance, and practical ways to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Do you ever feel like your thoughts won’t stop racing? Maybe anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or relationship stress have been running through your mind, pulling you further away from living the way you want to live. You’re not alone, and it’s possible to change how you relate to those thoughts.
Rather than fighting against your thoughts, we’ll focus on building awareness, acceptance, and practical ways to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Do you ever feel like your thoughts won’t stop racing? Maybe anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or relationship stress have been running through your mind, pulling you further away from living the way you want to live. You’re not alone, and it’s possible to change how you relate to those thoughts.
I specialize in meeting my clients where they are needed and filling their toolbox with tools needed to make it throughout their day. These tools include counseling skills, meditation, mindfulness techniques and coping skills to help them in time of crisis and with everyday situations.
I specialize in meeting my clients where they are needed and filling their toolbox with tools needed to make it throughout their day. These tools include counseling skills, meditation, mindfulness techniques and coping skills to help them in time of crisis and with everyday situations.
Do you ever feel like you can't get past a childhood trauma or a traumatic event you experienced as an adult? Do you have strong reactions to situations that most people do not find stressful? Are these reactions interfering with your relationships, ability to trust others and respect yourself? I have worked for 37 years helping clients deal with trauma and move forward in their lives. Most recently I spent 17 years working with both male and female Veterans. My other experiences is are too extensive to describe in detail here. I will say I enjoy working together clients to find solutions and develop skills to improve their lives.
Do you ever feel like you can't get past a childhood trauma or a traumatic event you experienced as an adult? Do you have strong reactions to situations that most people do not find stressful? Are these reactions interfering with your relationships, ability to trust others and respect yourself? I have worked for 37 years helping clients deal with trauma and move forward in their lives. Most recently I spent 17 years working with both male and female Veterans. My other experiences is are too extensive to describe in detail here. I will say I enjoy working together clients to find solutions and develop skills to improve their lives.
I understand that seeking support takes courage. You may be facing uncertainty, pain, or transition and you're not alone. My role is to create a safe space where you can be seen, heard, and supported exactly as you are.
I approach each session with deep respect, compassion, and a belief in your capacity for growth and healing. Our work together will be collaborative and grounded in your unique experiences, values, and goals. I’ll meet you where you are with empathy, clinical insight, and a commitment to helping you navigate life.
You don’t have to go through this alone. Let’s take the next step, together!
I understand that seeking support takes courage. You may be facing uncertainty, pain, or transition and you're not alone. My role is to create a safe space where you can be seen, heard, and supported exactly as you are.
I approach each session with deep respect, compassion, and a belief in your capacity for growth and healing. Our work together will be collaborative and grounded in your unique experiences, values, and goals. I’ll meet you where you are with empathy, clinical insight, and a commitment to helping you navigate life.
You don’t have to go through this alone. Let’s take the next step, together!
Dr. Ashley Bryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, MSW, MA
Harrisburg, PA 17110
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At Grace Be Mental Health, we believe in the importance of holistic health! We believe in the mind, body, soul connection. We strive to meet each client where they are, taking a person-centered approach. We intend for therapy to be a safe space! We view therapy as a tool, and an experience that can assist in the life-long process of learning and re-learning ourselves. We are honored to be a part of the work of self-development with each client we get to know!
At Grace Be Mental Health, we believe in the importance of holistic health! We believe in the mind, body, soul connection. We strive to meet each client where they are, taking a person-centered approach. We intend for therapy to be a safe space! We view therapy as a tool, and an experience that can assist in the life-long process of learning and re-learning ourselves. We are honored to be a part of the work of self-development with each client we get to know!
My approach will be eclectic and blended to the needs of the client(s) and what will help in finding a resolution to each unique situation. Whether it is a mental health struggle such as depression or self-esteem issues, improving a marriage, or helping you redefine and embrace intimacy, my goal is to help you feel safe to explore and open your mind to ways of looking at things you may not have thought to try or explore before.
My approach will be eclectic and blended to the needs of the client(s) and what will help in finding a resolution to each unique situation. Whether it is a mental health struggle such as depression or self-esteem issues, improving a marriage, or helping you redefine and embrace intimacy, my goal is to help you feel safe to explore and open your mind to ways of looking at things you may not have thought to try or explore before.
Depending on your needs & goals, I may incorporate evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, & Motivational Interviewing.
Compassion is a basic human need that often goes unfulfilled. When we don’t get it from others, it’s no wonder we are our own toughest critic. We refer to ourselves in harsh terms we would likely not use with friends and family. We feel stuck, alone, hopeless. Reaching out for help is hard, but continuing the emotional suffering is even harder. My clients have described me as approachable, compassionate, & non-judgmental. My goal is to help you explore & process unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior while learning new healthy ways to regulate your emotions, communicate with others, & to stand firm in your decision-making.
Depending on your needs & goals, I may incorporate evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, & Motivational Interviewing.
Compassion is a basic human need that often goes unfulfilled. When we don’t get it from others, it’s no wonder we are our own toughest critic. We refer to ourselves in harsh terms we would likely not use with friends and family. We feel stuck, alone, hopeless. Reaching out for help is hard, but continuing the emotional suffering is even harder. My clients have described me as approachable, compassionate, & non-judgmental. My goal is to help you explore & process unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior while learning new healthy ways to regulate your emotions, communicate with others, & to stand firm in your decision-making.
I am best versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (and for trauma), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Therapy, and Positive Psychology I have experienced issues and had my own therapy and truly value what it's like sitting on the other side of therapy.
I am Kyle McGee DSW, LCSW and I have been providing services for nine years. What inspires me is clients who are motivated and want to build a good working partnership so that they can achieve their highest desires.
I am best versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (and for trauma), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Therapy, and Positive Psychology I have experienced issues and had my own therapy and truly value what it's like sitting on the other side of therapy.
I am Kyle McGee DSW, LCSW and I have been providing services for nine years. What inspires me is clients who are motivated and want to build a good working partnership so that they can achieve their highest desires.
As an LMFT, I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and build stronger relationships. I support clients in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My eclectic therapeutic style integrates evidence-based approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and ACT, tailored to each client’s needs. I believe in the power of connection and resilience and aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow, heal, and connect more deeply with themselves and others.
As an LMFT, I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and build stronger relationships. I support clients in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My eclectic therapeutic style integrates evidence-based approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and ACT, tailored to each client’s needs. I believe in the power of connection and resilience and aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow, heal, and connect more deeply with themselves and others.
Alicia Foster, PsyD is a Post-Doctoral Fellow with over 10 years’ experience specializing in anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Alicia treats patients between the ages of 3 to 65+ years old utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Person Centered, and Motivational Interviewing when working with clients. Alicia has significant experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. In her clinical work, Alicia utilizes an eclectic approach using traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as play therapy, role playing, and mindfulness.Alicia Foster, PsyD is a Post-Doc
Alicia Foster, PsyD is a Post-Doctoral Fellow with over 10 years’ experience specializing in anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Alicia treats patients between the ages of 3 to 65+ years old utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Person Centered, and Motivational Interviewing when working with clients. Alicia has significant experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. In her clinical work, Alicia utilizes an eclectic approach using traditional therapeutic techniques as well as creative modalities such as play therapy, role playing, and mindfulness.Alicia Foster, PsyD is a Post-Doc
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.