Therapists in Lancaster, PA
Welcome! You’ve taken the first step in your healing by being here today. Committing to therapy is a courageous act and an investment in yourself. I am here to walk alongside you as a support for whatever you may be facing in this chapter of your life. My approach to therapy is person-centered, focusing on meeting my clients where they are on their healing journey and tailoring treatment to meet each individual’s needs. As a therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe space for you to process your emotions and learn new skills to improve symptoms and resolve challenges.
Welcome! You’ve taken the first step in your healing by being here today. Committing to therapy is a courageous act and an investment in yourself. I am here to walk alongside you as a support for whatever you may be facing in this chapter of your life. My approach to therapy is person-centered, focusing on meeting my clients where they are on their healing journey and tailoring treatment to meet each individual’s needs. As a therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe space for you to process your emotions and learn new skills to improve symptoms and resolve challenges.
I am a licensed counselor with over 20 years of experience, in a variety of settings, in the counseling profession. I pride myself on quickly building client rapport to be able to get therapeutic work started right away. My approaches emphasis client centered, solution focused counseling with cognitive behavior therapy techniques. I use evidence-based techniques to facilitate change, promote self-awareness, and help clients develop coping skills.
I am a licensed counselor with over 20 years of experience, in a variety of settings, in the counseling profession. I pride myself on quickly building client rapport to be able to get therapeutic work started right away. My approaches emphasis client centered, solution focused counseling with cognitive behavior therapy techniques. I use evidence-based techniques to facilitate change, promote self-awareness, and help clients develop coping skills.
Trauma is my specialty. I work with adults who have experience trauma as a child or as an adult. There are ways to minimize the effects of trauma, but it will never go away. In addition, I work with anxiety and depression. Hearing voices is no problem nor is cutting or self abuse. Its important to be flexible. Much of abuse comes with health issues and chronic pain and drug and alcohol abuse. All aspects much be considered.
Trauma is my specialty. I work with adults who have experience trauma as a child or as an adult. There are ways to minimize the effects of trauma, but it will never go away. In addition, I work with anxiety and depression. Hearing voices is no problem nor is cutting or self abuse. Its important to be flexible. Much of abuse comes with health issues and chronic pain and drug and alcohol abuse. All aspects much be considered.
Colleen Madrigale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Colleen! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist specializing in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I have used DBT-informed interventions to help a diverse range of clients build trusting relationships with themselves and cope with difficult emotions. I am especially passionate about providing an affirming therapeutic space for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Whether you are seeking support with anxiety/depression, grief/loss, trauma or simply need guidance during a difficult stage of life, I hope to collaborate with you in building a treatment plan that reflects your unique goals.
Hi, I’m Colleen! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist specializing in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I have used DBT-informed interventions to help a diverse range of clients build trusting relationships with themselves and cope with difficult emotions. I am especially passionate about providing an affirming therapeutic space for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Whether you are seeking support with anxiety/depression, grief/loss, trauma or simply need guidance during a difficult stage of life, I hope to collaborate with you in building a treatment plan that reflects your unique goals.
Are you struggling with sadness, anxiety, or navigating life transitions? Are unresolved experiences or trauma impacting multiple areas of your life? Do you find yourself battling low self-esteem or a negative view of yourself or the world? Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I would be honored to partner with you on your healing journey. My primary focus is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can use your voice, share your thoughts, your story. Together, we’ll work toward emotional balance, deeper self-understanding, and healing at a pace that feels right for you.
Are you struggling with sadness, anxiety, or navigating life transitions? Are unresolved experiences or trauma impacting multiple areas of your life? Do you find yourself battling low self-esteem or a negative view of yourself or the world? Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I would be honored to partner with you on your healing journey. My primary focus is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can use your voice, share your thoughts, your story. Together, we’ll work toward emotional balance, deeper self-understanding, and healing at a pace that feels right for you.
Ellie Mental Health is all about being authentic while providing a safe, compassionate and inviting space for our clients. We strive to provide exceptional ethical, compassionate care that meets people where they are, demonstrates empathy and recognizes whole person care.
Ellie Mental Health is all about being authentic while providing a safe, compassionate and inviting space for our clients. We strive to provide exceptional ethical, compassionate care that meets people where they are, demonstrates empathy and recognizes whole person care.
Are you experiencing big life changes or transition periods? Is your child struggling with school stressors, anxiety about going to school, worries at bedtime, or separation anxiety? Does your child have big emotions that lead to outbursts, withdrawal, anger or stress for the whole family? Does your teen have friendship/peer struggles, difficulty making decisions, trouble with focus, irritability?
Cool Creek Counseling is a small group of trained licensed therapists that are here to help. We primarily see children, teens, and adults into their 20s and specialize in Play Therapy, EMDR/trauma focused therapy, Art Therapy and more.
Are you experiencing big life changes or transition periods? Is your child struggling with school stressors, anxiety about going to school, worries at bedtime, or separation anxiety? Does your child have big emotions that lead to outbursts, withdrawal, anger or stress for the whole family? Does your teen have friendship/peer struggles, difficulty making decisions, trouble with focus, irritability?
Cool Creek Counseling is a small group of trained licensed therapists that are here to help. We primarily see children, teens, and adults into their 20s and specialize in Play Therapy, EMDR/trauma focused therapy, Art Therapy and more.
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant worry. Sleep may be difficult, and life may feel heavier than it should. If you have ADHD, adult Autism (or both), you might struggle with self-worth and feel misunderstood. I provide a safe, supportive space. My approach is practical and collaborative. I often teach what I call 'back pocket" techniques: simple, effective strategies that you can use at any time to manage thoughts and feelings and put you in control. If you're ready for support that feels companionate and practical, I invite you to call or e-mail me today.
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant worry. Sleep may be difficult, and life may feel heavier than it should. If you have ADHD, adult Autism (or both), you might struggle with self-worth and feel misunderstood. I provide a safe, supportive space. My approach is practical and collaborative. I often teach what I call 'back pocket" techniques: simple, effective strategies that you can use at any time to manage thoughts and feelings and put you in control. If you're ready for support that feels companionate and practical, I invite you to call or e-mail me today.
Karen Madeira
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Lancaster, PA 17601
Not accepting new clients
Life's challenges can seem so overwhelming at times that we lose sight of our inner strength. Together, we will nurture and rebuild that strength so that life can feel good again! Imagine the life of a seed - buried beneath the dark, lonely, constricting soil. If the seed considered its future, it would feel bleak and hopeless. Yet within that seed lies the unseen power to break through the soil with strength and grace. We are in many ways, just like that seed - full of potential! Whether you are seeking help for your child or yourself - I am here for you. Just as importantly, I will be here to encourage you with a caring heart!
Life's challenges can seem so overwhelming at times that we lose sight of our inner strength. Together, we will nurture and rebuild that strength so that life can feel good again! Imagine the life of a seed - buried beneath the dark, lonely, constricting soil. If the seed considered its future, it would feel bleak and hopeless. Yet within that seed lies the unseen power to break through the soil with strength and grace. We are in many ways, just like that seed - full of potential! Whether you are seeking help for your child or yourself - I am here for you. Just as importantly, I will be here to encourage you with a caring heart!
Hi, I'm Rachel! I'm a licensed professional counselor with nearly 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, and ADHD. I provide in-person therapy in Lancaster and virtual therapy across Pennsylvania. I also have expertise in helping clients manage stress, insomnia, and burnout. I enjoy helping clients identify healthy and sustainable boundaries for their life, work, and relationships. I seek to work with clients holistically and collaboratively, creating practical goals for lasting change.
Hi, I'm Rachel! I'm a licensed professional counselor with nearly 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, and ADHD. I provide in-person therapy in Lancaster and virtual therapy across Pennsylvania. I also have expertise in helping clients manage stress, insomnia, and burnout. I enjoy helping clients identify healthy and sustainable boundaries for their life, work, and relationships. I seek to work with clients holistically and collaboratively, creating practical goals for lasting change.
Couples Counseling - Align Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lancaster, PA 17603
Are you feeling emotionally disconnected from your partner, struggling with constant communication breakdowns, or dealing with unresolved conflicts like infidelity, intimacy struggles, or different priorities in life? You may want to rebuild trust, improve emotional intimacy, and restore a sense of security and understanding. Your goal is to strengthen communication, resolve underlying issues, and create a healthier, more fulfilling partnership. Couples counseling provides the tools and support to navigate challenges, heal emotional wounds, and create a lasting, stronger connection that will stand the test of time.
Are you feeling emotionally disconnected from your partner, struggling with constant communication breakdowns, or dealing with unresolved conflicts like infidelity, intimacy struggles, or different priorities in life? You may want to rebuild trust, improve emotional intimacy, and restore a sense of security and understanding. Your goal is to strengthen communication, resolve underlying issues, and create a healthier, more fulfilling partnership. Couples counseling provides the tools and support to navigate challenges, heal emotional wounds, and create a lasting, stronger connection that will stand the test of time.
Elizabeth Lynne Ohara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Do you believe that events from your past get in the way of experiencing joy in the present? Do you wish to have healthier and more satisfying relationships? Do you struggle with ways of thinking that you have a hard time changing? I believe I can help. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 27 years of experience and have helped many people find increased life satisfaction by challenging old beliefs and finding new ways of thinking about themselves.
Do you believe that events from your past get in the way of experiencing joy in the present? Do you wish to have healthier and more satisfying relationships? Do you struggle with ways of thinking that you have a hard time changing? I believe I can help. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 27 years of experience and have helped many people find increased life satisfaction by challenging old beliefs and finding new ways of thinking about themselves.
Hello! I'm Lauren! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional that provides counseling to teens, college age young adults, and adults. I enjoy working with people individually that struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships issues.
Hello! I'm Lauren! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional that provides counseling to teens, college age young adults, and adults. I enjoy working with people individually that struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships issues.
Carrie earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capital Seminary and Graduate School. She believes that during childhood we learn various strategies to navigate the world which can become life-hindering in adulthood. Carrie finds it life-giving to help clients grow through uncovering the impact past defenses are having on their present. She enjoys working with adults and has experience in caring for aging parents, grief, life adjustments, identity, trauma, and suicide. Using various research-based techniques, Carrie endeavors to help others by walking alongside them in their journey.
Carrie earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capital Seminary and Graduate School. She believes that during childhood we learn various strategies to navigate the world which can become life-hindering in adulthood. Carrie finds it life-giving to help clients grow through uncovering the impact past defenses are having on their present. She enjoys working with adults and has experience in caring for aging parents, grief, life adjustments, identity, trauma, and suicide. Using various research-based techniques, Carrie endeavors to help others by walking alongside them in their journey.
Jennifer Downey M.S. a Pa. Licensed Psychologist has been treating adolescents, adults and their families at Psychological Associates of Lancaster for forty years. She graduated from Susquehanna University with a B.A. in Psychology and then Millersville University with a M.S. in Psychology. After schooling Jennifer worked in the areas of child welfare, juvenile justice, addiction treatment and mental health.
Jennifer Downey M.S. a Pa. Licensed Psychologist has been treating adolescents, adults and their families at Psychological Associates of Lancaster for forty years. She graduated from Susquehanna University with a B.A. in Psychology and then Millersville University with a M.S. in Psychology. After schooling Jennifer worked in the areas of child welfare, juvenile justice, addiction treatment and mental health.
I consider it such an honor to journey alongside people as they work towards wholeness and hope. Through consistent patience and exploration, new pathways are formed in our minds as we find ourselves viewing the past, present, and future in new ways. I would love to join you in your process. If you want to share your story and your goals, I can hold space for you; help you learn about yourself, your patterns, and your scripts; examine your choices with you to determine how they help and hurt you based on your values; and utilize EMDR therapy to address trauma and other distressing experiences.
I consider it such an honor to journey alongside people as they work towards wholeness and hope. Through consistent patience and exploration, new pathways are formed in our minds as we find ourselves viewing the past, present, and future in new ways. I would love to join you in your process. If you want to share your story and your goals, I can hold space for you; help you learn about yourself, your patterns, and your scripts; examine your choices with you to determine how they help and hurt you based on your values; and utilize EMDR therapy to address trauma and other distressing experiences.
I am dedicated to equipping children, teens,adults and families with effective skills to reduce stress. People with anxiety and mood disorders,exceptional learning, behavioral and emotional needs are welcome. Athletes who want to improve focus and reduce anxiety are taught individually-tailored effective skills. I use American Sign Language with deaf and hard-of-hearing children and adults. I work well with people who have gaps in social and language skills common to Asperger's Disorder, High Functioning Autism, and various learning disorders. I use research-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused family therapy.
I am dedicated to equipping children, teens,adults and families with effective skills to reduce stress. People with anxiety and mood disorders,exceptional learning, behavioral and emotional needs are welcome. Athletes who want to improve focus and reduce anxiety are taught individually-tailored effective skills. I use American Sign Language with deaf and hard-of-hearing children and adults. I work well with people who have gaps in social and language skills common to Asperger's Disorder, High Functioning Autism, and various learning disorders. I use research-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused family therapy.
I work with people know that talk therapy alone isn't what they need to get the shift they are looking for. My clients are self aware, motivated, and ready to try something different. People come to me when they feel like stress, trauma and tension are stuck in their body and they feel tense, overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected.
I'm your ideal therapist if you are no longer looking for surface-level solutions- rather you are ready to understand your body more deeply- to move beyond the conventional mental health approach and into a more integrated, root-cause approach that actually makes sense of what they’re experiencing.
I work with people know that talk therapy alone isn't what they need to get the shift they are looking for. My clients are self aware, motivated, and ready to try something different. People come to me when they feel like stress, trauma and tension are stuck in their body and they feel tense, overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected.
I'm your ideal therapist if you are no longer looking for surface-level solutions- rather you are ready to understand your body more deeply- to move beyond the conventional mental health approach and into a more integrated, root-cause approach that actually makes sense of what they’re experiencing.
Embarking in relationships and the changes that come along with adulthood can be one of the most challenging times in our lives. I have worked as a therapist since 2016 and am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. While I have extensive experience with young adults, I work with adults of all ages who find themselves struggling with pain points including anxiety, depression, and relationships, as well as challenges that arise within the many transitions in our lives.
Embarking in relationships and the changes that come along with adulthood can be one of the most challenging times in our lives. I have worked as a therapist since 2016 and am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. While I have extensive experience with young adults, I work with adults of all ages who find themselves struggling with pain points including anxiety, depression, and relationships, as well as challenges that arise within the many transitions in our lives.
Welcome! Do you find yourself struggling with daily tasks, and feel drained daily due to mental health struggles? Do you feel unequipped with a lack of coping skills regarding your struggles? Do you experience depression, anxiety, hopelessness, or an inability to cope? Allow me to help! I have past experiences working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, grief and loss, substance use co-occurring with mental health, and more. Together we can build a dynamic where your symptoms will feel more manageable, and your life will begin to improve and feel more manageable.
Welcome! Do you find yourself struggling with daily tasks, and feel drained daily due to mental health struggles? Do you feel unequipped with a lack of coping skills regarding your struggles? Do you experience depression, anxiety, hopelessness, or an inability to cope? Allow me to help! I have past experiences working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, grief and loss, substance use co-occurring with mental health, and more. Together we can build a dynamic where your symptoms will feel more manageable, and your life will begin to improve and feel more manageable.
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Number of Therapists in Lancaster, PA
600+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Lancaster, PA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Relationship Issues |
| 68% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Grief |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 80% | Highmark |
| 79% | Aetna |
| 70% | Capital Blue Cross |
How Therapists in Lancaster, PA see their clients
| 64% | In Person and Online | |
| 36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |


