Teletherapy for Kennett Square, PA

Therapy is a gift of time set aside to pause and acknowledge how you’re feeling, and what you need. In times of high anxiety, frustration, or loneliness, it’s important to develop meaningful ways to be present with our emotions and to learn new ways to nurture ourselves in the midst of life’s challenges. I specialize in relational therapy, a type of therapy that focuses on the quality of your relationships, both with yourself and with others. The goal in therapy is to help you navigate current challenges, past traumas, and to develop more healthy relationship patterns moving forward.

These are unprecedented times that challenge all of us. As humans, we perceive uncertainty as a threat, which can lead to anxiety or depression in otherwise healthy individuals. In my practice, my associates and I focus on attachment and trauma as root causes of anxiety and depression. We go beyond symptom relief to help our clients understand how they came to be anxious or depressed and what to do about it.

Your decision to seek therapy marks a significant step, and I can help guide you forward with the next. In my 10 years of experience providing therapy to adults and teens, I’ve helped individuals tackle a broad range of challenges. I utilize several evidence-based therapeutic approaches to help clients grow and meet their goals, taking the strengths from each to design a unique approach for each person. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues . Conveniently, I'm in-network with Aetna and Highmark insurances.

Your path to recovery, independence, and a higher quality of life may feel distant, but you need not travel alone. As a Master’s level Mental Health Counselor, my passion is empowering people to accomplish their goals in a mindful and compassionate manner. I specialize in counseling adolescents, young adults and executives who experience excessive stress, substance abuse, depression, anxiety or additional mental health concerns. Blending empirical psychotherapeutic techniques with creativity, mindfulness, and self-compassion, we will take steps to Reconnect, Recenter & Restore your wellness.

I have practiced as a clinical psychologist for over 35 years. I still consider it a privilege to empower clients to solve the complications and problems they are facing. My practice has shown me that every individual is able to positively change his or her ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving, provided that he or she remains motivated and embracing of change. I treat people from diverse backgrounds for a variety of problems, including: anxiety, depression, relationship problems, postpartum difficulties, parenting problems and child custody issues. I also work with patients who are coping with aging and chronic illnesses.

With over 10 years of experience in providing psychotherapy, I am adept at helping people of all ages (4 and up) handle depression, anxiety, stress, loss, relationship problems, and transitions. I am trained to utilize both cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches and create an approach that is unique to each individual. When working with children and adolescents, I collaborate with parents and focus on building coping and communication skills that will last a lifetime. In addition to individual and family therapy, I also provide couples counseling.

"I count it as a blessing to devote my professional time to serving individuals and families struggling with a wide range of mental health struggles including depression, addictions, anxiety, maladaptive personality features, parenting strategies, parenting a child with autism, and familial adjustment to separation or divorce. A proponent of technical eclecticism as an outpatient and community-based therapist, I specialize in Psychoanalytic, Trauma-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) currently working in private practice with over ten years of experience working in community health care. I specialize in helping individuals cope with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other mental health challenges. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where my clients can do just that.

Sometimes the best form of therapy doesn’t have to look like therapy. When working with young adolescents, college students, and adults in individual therapy, I often hear about their challenges feeling stuck, not like themselves, and essentially hopeless. I have over 10 years of experience providing counseling with diverse populations from various religious beliefs, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. My work has often involved helping individuals gain the tools to overcome various mood disorders, anxiety (general, social, and performance), depression, identity exploration, and communication challenges.

Here is a little about me. Originally from Connecticut, I received my BS in Early Childhood and Special Education from the University of Delaware. Soon after, I received my Masters of Social Work from Louisiana State University. I worked as a school social worker prior to beginning my work in a clinical setting. During Covid I shifted gears and began working with clients in a virtual setting.

Thank you for visiting my page! I have worked in the fields of mental health and addiction for over 23 years with individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, addiction, stress management and overall lack of satisfaction in life. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you have the opportunity to engage in self-exploration and resolve some of the obstacles preventing you from achieving complete balance in your life.

Be proud of your decision to find the right therapist for you! I work with clients from child to adult experiencing a variety of concerns including anxiety, trauma, anger, and depression. I have spent the past 5 years working as a School-Based Therapist. I compassionately and sensitively work to understand the concerns that you have in a safe and non-judgmental environment. We will work to develop and enhance your strength and resiliency, to cope and find success in life.

I provide individual therapy for mental health needs and adjustment disorders. Depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders are typical mental health issues of my clients. I also treat adjustment issues such as grief/loss, relationship/divorce/marital, work/career, and body image/weight.

My focus is assisting clients in finding their own solutions. My role is to help uncover strengths and protective factors while building the necessary coping skills required to move through life's most significant challenges. Trauma, grief, sadness, confusion, worry and addiction are the most common reasons why people reach out for help. After listening and identifying issues together, the therapeutic relationship will begin to build and in that safe and trusting space support will be created. We will then strategize and set goals, ultimately developing a road map for greater happiness, a peaceful mind and a healthier life.

I join clients who are struggling with anxiety, mood changes, and thoughts and behavior that disrupt their lives. Many of my clients feel removed from their lives and relationships, almost like they're watching as an outsider. My goal is to help clients feel happier, more in control, and more present in their lives. Let's start the conversation, what do you feel is holding you back?

I specialize in providing therapy for children, teens, and young adults who are struggling with school, relationships, and life transitions. During the crucial early years of life it is important that children and teens are given the right support to deal with difficulties impacting their school performance, mood, and communication with parents. I believe that a combination of skills-based learning for children, adolescents and teens in addition to guidance and support for parents is critical in helping young people overcome challenges and get back to feeling like themselves.

I am a Pennsylvania licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of adults with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders, anxiety and depression, trauma associated with sexual abuse, PTSD, couple's counseling, and LGBT issues. Facilitation of therapeutic sessions with a holistic approach to treatment which addresses a wide-range of client needs. Clinical framework is combined psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies designed to help the client understand how the past impacts the present, to aid healing from traumatic events, and experience a fulfilling life.

Are you or your child struggling with emotions or having difficulty coping with the past or present? I offer effective individualized care, treat a number of mental health challenges, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, adolescents, children, families, couples, and groups. I can assist you to advance through the pain of trauma to develop healthy ways of thinking using an integrative approach along with your strengths.

If you are interested in growing, changing and working with difficulties in your life that are preventing you from living the fullest, richest life possible, then you have found the right therapist. I look forward to speaking with you.