Grief Therapists in Manayunk, PA

I believe that true mastery of ourselves is within each and every one of us. Each person is unique and this means they have something to offer the world. Sometimes it is a matter of getting out of your own way to see just how unique you really are. I have many years of experience working with people with a wide range of challenges. We will collaboratively work to utilize your strengths and enhance your coping skills. I work with each individual in addressing their primary challenges by constructing an individual goal plan that is in accordance with conquering your biggest challenges and becoming the best version of yourself.

I believe in a strengths-based approach to treatment, which means I start by working to understand who my client is, what their concerns/goals are, and how they can best be approached. This allows me to collaborate with my clients to develop effective coping skills for substance use, anxiety, depression, adjustment to aging, grief, relationship stress and boundary setting, or reactions to trauma. I also have experience with queer populations (LGBTQ+). I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 10 years of professional experience in nonprofit and an additional 4 years in therapy practice.

I specialize in therapy for children, pre-school through adolescence, and their families. I also work with a broad spectrum of adults and couples. I combine therapeutic play, mind-body and brain-based therapies, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. My work with adults is solution focused to help you better understand and resolve life challenges. Combining talk therapy with Cognitive Behavioral therapies, we work together to help you process deep emotions and negative thoughts that can interfere with daily life.

I specialize in guiding people through life transitions, moments of reevaluation and readjustment. This may include recovering from trauma, addiction, grief, spiritual crisis, or just the emotional turmoil and sense of upheaval that comes after unexpected events, or when moving between life’s stages. I also focus on relationships and attachment issues, navigating the complex entanglements of family, friendship, and romantic relationships, and on creating more safe, healthy, intimate, and loving relationships.

Does it feel impossible to think your way out of an emotional reaction? Maybe stressful situations feel overwhelming and unmanageable. When you’re feeling stuck like this, it can be tough to find ways to cope alone. I understand how that feels and I am here to offer compassionate, non-judgmental, and confidential support to help you manage life challenges. With a background in K-12 school counseling, I also understand the unique challenges children and educators experience in schools.

I am a compassionate clinical social worker who believes in the ability of human beings to change their lives and behaviors. My biggest strength is in creating a safe environment where my clients feel comfortable revealing their deepest feelings and fears without judgement. I see the role of the therapist as being a facilitator; helping clients to explore their concerns or symptoms in order to gain insight into their lives and relationships.

Your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need a supportive presence to help you explore and affirm your core values, or perhaps you need to be challenged? I can help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, and how you negotiate relationships in love and work. In spite of our super-connected high-tech world, modern life can be fraught with feelings of isolation and loneliness. Everything you need to know in order to live life to its fullest is already inside of you. Let me help you make deeper contact with yourself and others. Pick up the phone and make call me now to get started.

As a licensed psychologist, my goal is to help empower you to transform your life in the ways you desire. Therapy works by helping you develop new understandings about yourself, and new strategies for handling your emotions, thoughts, and behavior. The fact that you are considering therapy means that you have already taken the first, and perhaps most important step. Ultimately, therapy can enhance your self esteem, connectedness to others, effectiveness in your life, and happiness.

30 years of counseling experience. "I just want to be happy."- This is the goal of therapy. Client-centered Solution Focused Therapy. Specializing in Relationship Therapy, Depression/Anxiety, Trauma, and Stress Management.

"Even here, you are growing." - Morgan Harper Nichols. Welcome! I believe in holding a curious and compassionate space for folks that are looking to navigate, and grow within, times of difficulty or change. I have valued my time empowering adults in my specialty areas including ADHD, anxiety, relational conflicts, low self worth, life transitions, and stress. My goal is to meet people exactly where they are and be a source of empowerment and guidance within their journey.

If you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, depression, or mood changes please contact me. I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and have extensive experience with eating disorders and body image issues. I am interested in helping the whole person, paying attention to the intersection of spiritual, physical, and emotional health-to encourage overall well-being. I believe that the counseling relationship is critical to the healing process, so I strive to create a warm, genuine, understanding, and safe environment, while using evidence-based treatments.

Seeking therapy is often a difficult first step in the process of beginning to explore an issues that cause you distress. Gaining a deeper understanding of these issues - conflictual relationships, anxiety, balancing motherhood with life stresses, depression - can help you to function better in the workplace and in your personal life. Therapy is a joint process. My goal is to work together to develop insight into the things that are bothersome to you so that your overall well-being improves. I have created a comfortable environment in my Gladwyne office to begin the process of exploring your issues further.

What does therapy mean to you? What makes it so beneficial? How many thoughts, feelings, expectations, questions are you noticing as you take the first step in finding the “right” therapist? You are not alone. Therapy is a collaborative relationship in which I cultivate an open and non-judgmental atmosphere to equip you in facilitating change, fostering vulnerability, and promoting a rich and meaningful life. Whether you want to work towards specific life goals, change, or stressors including complex trauma, cultural issues, anxiety/depression, I strive to guide you through the process and help tackle the "But what will people say?"

Are you tired of feeling trapped inside your mind? You avoid or distract yourself from anxious thoughts or feelings. Stuck in difficult emotions, patterns, and self-judgement. Replaying painful experiences in your head over & over again. You just want to move on. Do these sound like you? If so, I can help! I help clients who are looking to dig deeper to understand themselves, the past, & the “why" behind their patterns. Together, we can learn how to process distressing beliefs & emotions, while creating momentum that leads towards a life that feels meaningful to you. The one where you feel confident, connected, & peaceful.

In a world rife with loss and heartbreak, it's all too common to feel lost and alone. You deserve to feel seen, accepted, and validated, no matter what. Together, we co-create our own unique relationship that supports you in the healing and growth you are seeking. I've found that my warm, gentle personality and sense of humor allows people to feel at ease. I offer a calm, curious, and unconditionally compassionate perspective. With me, you are always encouraged to show up just as you are.

Hi! I’m Louis! I specialize in grief counseling and mood disorders, as well as working with the LGBTQIA+ community, of which I am a part. As a second-generation Greek-American, gay man with cerebral palsy, I draw upon my varied background and personal experience to provide an inclusive, accepting, and empathetic space for my clients. I hold Bachelor’s Degrees in Health Sciences from University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and Behavioral Health Counseling from Drexel University. I have also attained my Master of Arts in Counseling from Northwestern University. I am a LPC (LPCMH) in both Pennsylvania and Delaware, respectively.

The decision to seek treatment and find the right therapist can be anxiety inducing. In fact, many times the journey stops here for those who might not be ready to take the next step. I know that being vulnerable with a stranger is uncomfortable and may be difficult when first beginning your therapeutic journey. However, my hope is that I can assist you in taking small steps towards building a trusting relationship together and reaching your therapeutic goals. Together, we can reflect upon what you’re needing from yourself, your relationships, and your environment and what changes can be made to enhance your overall quality of life.

If you are reading this, you have already taken the first step! Starting therapy can be overwhelming, especially if you have been sitting with difficult feelings on your own, but here’s the thing, some of the scariest things are the most rewarding; and I am here to move into that with you. My practice is informed by my identity as a black woman, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a space that fosters a collaborative environment. I navigate spaces with openness, humor, and empathy, seeking always to understand others with grace and an appreciation of their autonomy.