Therapists in Montrose, PA

Welcome, I would like to tell you about myself, I am a licensed social worker. I have over 25 years in the mental health profession and helping individuals of all ages. I offer a peaceful environment where you can honestly express yourself. You can be reassured that you will not be judged in the present or past but can be assured I will work with you to obtain peace within yourself in the present and future. I look forward to helping you on your journey to serenity.

You may be struggling with stress, relationships, depression, anxiety, loss and grief, parenting or family challenges, teen conflict, anger. You may have ADHD, unresolved trauma, health concerns, low self esteem/confidence, addiction. I have had much success over the years, working with individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds. I hear your story, and provide consistent support and guidance with compassion and no judgment. Together we get to the roots of your core issues and work on ways for you to heal. Get your self - and your life - back.

Do you ever find yourself saying, “Anxiety seems to control my life” and It seems like the weight of past traumas is too much to bear? Coping with distress can feel like an uphill battle. It's the sleepless nights spent worrying, the constant feeling of unease, and the haunting memories that linger. You may be longing for a way to regain control, to step out from the shadows of past traumas, and to find inner peace. You find yourself saying something has to change, but you’re just not sure what to do to overcome these feelings.

The counseling approach is determined by the client's preference and personal goals as well as the nature of the issue. Any approach will incorporate a strengths-based, client-centered focus that seeks to enhance a person's level of motivation for personal growth and change. I look forward to sharing this journey with you.

Hello and welcome to my Profile page! I am a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania with a Master's Degree in Social Work from Temple University. I am a fun loving therapist that isn't afraid to give tough love when needed and/or offer a non-biased; honest truth. My ideal client is seeking change or maybe they just need a listening ear, someone that will be there for them in a time of need. Whether you are struggling with something, or just need someone to talk to. I am looking forward to helping you! We will work together, in a safe and inviting environment or via telehealth. We will find healthy coping methods that work for you.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I recognize the individuality of each person & the importance of tailoring skills to fit your unique needs. Utilizing a solution-focused approach, I delve into underlying causes to alleviate symptoms of trauma & maladaptive thought patterns while fostering healthy coping mechanisms. I obtained my education from California University of Pennsylvania, with a minor in music. Whether you're grappling with depression, anxiety, anger, hopelessness, PTSD, or adjusting to life's hurdles, I'm here to support you.

Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.

I am a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in helping individuals cope with the everyday stressors of life, reaching their full potential and seeing themselves in a new light. I have provided therapy to individuals from children to the elderly. I also have experience providing therapy to adults with an Intellectual Disability and have used modified treatment strategies to work effectively with that population. I use a strength based approach and encourage you to talk about whatever it is you would like to work on to set the pace for your sessions and develop your treatment goals.

As a licensed professional counselor, I provide an empathetic approach to counseling. My goal is to create a trusting environment to build a positive therapeutic relationship. By doing this, my client is able to discuss those issues they may have never disclosed before.

Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.

I am a bicultural, bilingual, and Latinx therapist. My goal is to create and provide a safe space for clients. Reaching out for mental health support can be an overwhelming process, but can yield transformative results in your life. Whether it’s the stress of daily life or a history of addiction, living with a person with substance use disorders or emotional issues, you deserve to feel relief. I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations and addressing a variety of concerns including mood and anxiety disorders, family concerns, multicultural issues, life transitions, anger, grief, relationship issues, and more.

Don't you love when your doctor tells you to "reduce the stress in your life". Life in general is stressful, right? Relationships can become stressful. Work can be stressful. Kids can be stressful. Anxiety, depression, anger, frustration, and lack of effective ways to cope will influence your need for counseling. Everyone needs someone to vent to and therapy provides you not only with a way to express your frustrations, but it also helps you learn how to cope better with the things that stress you out! Eliminating stress is impossible however learning better ways to cope is not impossible, I can help you work on it.

The primary focus of this practice will be in filling the mental health needs for children, teens, and adults. In person or virtual sessions are available. Couples counseling is not being offered at this time. (My office is in historic home in Honesdale and I am located on the second floor. Unfortunately I do not have an elevator. Please keep this in mind if you have any mobility issues, but I want to be transparent about this limitation. I apologize for any inconvenience.)

Life can get stressful and overwhelming, but your mental health treatment does not have to be . We believe that where there is hope there can be healing. Having been trained in both mental health and substance abuse therapy, we can assist you in meeting both your personal and therapeutic goals, so that you can live the life you wish to lead. We are equipped to work with people of all races, ethnicities, religious backgrounds, ages, and sexual orientations.

We all have times when we struggle and need support. This can be for a variety of reasons such as grief/loss, relationship stress, family issues, mental illness, substance abuse, trauma, domestic violence. You may feel like no one understands or can help. You may have tried counseling before and think it will never work. But if you find yourself still searching, still struggling, trying to find peace in your life I want you to know there is hope. You deserve peace. You deserve to find a way out of the pain. You deserve to be happy and live a joyful life. You do not have to do this alone I am here to help.

Embrace Your Change LLC helps adolescents and adults struggling with Substance Use. I have a calm demeanor and I am very empathetic. I have always been passionate about assisting people struggling with addiction and their family members but I have also served many experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, marital issues, stress, and life transitions. I can work with teens, couples, and families. I will address your goals and help encourage you to see your blind spots and move forward. Due to my life experiences, I am able to connect on many levels and use my intuition and skills to help you make change and find solutions.

Are you looking to make changes in your life and need help and support along the way? I can provide you with knowledge and resources to achieve your goals. I am passionate in helping others with their journey to becoming a better person, and being there to provide support. We all want to be heard and understood. Many times we feel like no one understands us. I am here to listen and help you overcome the obstacles you are facing, and to let you know that you are not alone. I believe anyone can change themselves for the better. I offer flexible hours, accept most major insurances, and I provide telehealth services all throughout PA.

I am a licensed professional counselor, who is passionate in helping others reach their treatment goals through therapeutic interventions and working on setting specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely treatment objectives. I strongly support person-centered treatment and maintaining a safe and holistic therapeutic environment, while also focusing on the strengths of the individual.

I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in normalizing the need for treatment and providing a safe place to explore the issues that have impacted one's ability to live life, authentically. I have worked in a large variety of settings which include outpatient, crisis, inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment which has enabled me the opportunity to work with individuals with a wide variety of diagnoses and experiences. Through doing same, I have learned that it is imperative to treat the person, not the diagnosis.