Self-Harming Therapists in Narberth, PA

Are you struggling with emotional challenges or symptoms of anxiety or depression? Maybe you are experiencing family conflict or perhaps you are dealing with grief or loss. I have specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) - an approach that offers concrete tools you can use to cultivate greater happiness and resolve conflict in more effective ways. I work with individuals and also with families to help them create new and positive ways of relating to each other and solving problems together.

I am a licensed psychologist who enjoys working with all different kinds of people. I like to work on what gets in the way of optimum mental health. Much of my practice in the past almost thirty years has focused on relationships of all kinds, depression, self-esteem, conflict resolution, better communication, adult children of alcoholics, parenting, anxiety, chronic illness, addictions, and sexual abuse. I believe our work doesn't just happen in our therapy hour, but between sessions as well. I am committed to psychotherapy and helping people to change in a supportive atmosphere.

I am best suited for clients who want liberation/transformation as opposed to symptom management. I specialize in deep relational treatment. I help people reach a state of self-love and acceptance. I am a trans-affirming therapist.

In this culture of rapid change and distraction, the vital experience of having someone's undivided expertise and attention is precious. I'll help you slow down. Together we’ll make sense of who you are and how your experiences have shaped your relationships and your view of the world. The relationship you have with yourself is the most important one you will ever have. Let's understand your ways of relating. I can help you feel at ease in talking about whatever is on your mind. We’ll pay attention to your mental and physical well-being and how the two connect. Being your authentic and healthiest self is possible.

Hello and Congratulations! If you are reading this you have already taken the first step towards self discovery. Which is a pretty big deal and should be celebrated. Helping is my profession and I will be there for you whether you need to add structure to your day or just need a thoughtful ear. Goals are important but sometimes we don't even know where to start. Well, that's why I'm here. I value collaboration, connection, and fun! I make sure the people I serve are seen as real life humans and encourage them to explore parts of themselves they did not even know they had access too.

Throughout each person’s journey, life can be very fulfilling and enjoyable, but also challenging and stressful at different points. I believe strongly in the support, encouragement and guidance that a therapeutic relationship can provide. As a psychotherapist, I work together with children, adolescents, women and men to improve their happiness and fulfillment in life. My therapeutic orientation is highly client-centered and focused on the strengths of the individual. I work to create a safe and nurturing environment for each client, which combines psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and strength based approaches.

I am a psychotherapist who believes in the possibilities therapy offers to help manage life's daily stressors and create personal change and growth. My approach is to meet the needs of my client by jointly developing a clear plan towards a healthier individual. I believe that therapy provides a unique experience where one can feel cared for and supported. I utilize a psychodynamic technique incorporating thought challenges, coping skill use, and self-care importance. In this environment, my clients can work through feelings to create positive changes in their lives.

My focus in treatment is simple, figure out how we can develop a plan together that will assist you in moving past your stressors. The goal of therapy is for you to become the expert and obtain the skills to see all situations through a new and more positive lens. My experiences as a clinical supervisor, psychotherapist, adjunct professor, and academic advisor have prepared me to develop a practice that will provide individual, couple, and family therapy to patients dealing with a wide gamut of issues through the life cycle.

Dr. Julie Benzaquen is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise working with children, adolescents, and families. She works diligently with her clients to establish a strong therapeutic alliance with all members of the family, collaborating with them to develop new coping strategies and create positive changes in mood and behavior.

Much of my success in working with children has come from my ability to effectively establish a strong therapeutic relationship. I give children a safe place in which they can effectively express their feelings. Boundaries are extremely important in this process. My patients know that what they say in my office stays in my office. I work collaterally with families to help address a child's needs, without violating the trust or the boundaries we have established. Much of my work has been with children who have anxiety, depression, ADHD, and learning differences. Many of my patients have a combination of these issues. I

I approach treatment as a collaboration between two partners, working together to deepen our understanding of your concerns, and construct alternative ways of thinking, being, relating and feeling. As a relational psychodynamic therapist, I consider our relationship an essential mechanism of change.

...and the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom - anais nin. Do these words resonate with you? Are you stuck in emotional, physical or spiritual pain? Ready to get unstuck? Blossom and grow? I am a clinical social worker with 25 plus years of experience in a number of mind/body/spirit theories and practice. My private practice is woman-centered and I am presently providing therapy to individuals. I am licensed in both Maryland and Pennsylvania and available to provide therapy to you in both locations.

I am an experienced psychologist and psychoanalyst in Bala Cynwyd, PA. I work with people with a broad range of problems including anxiety, depression, sexual concerns, and difficulties with work, school, or relationships. I listen carefully and respectfully and try to help my clients learn to listen to themselves in new ways, understand themselves more fully, and find new solutions to old conflicts and problems. I view symptoms as the mind's way of trying to express something the person doesn't yet understand, and I help people uncover the meanings behind their symptoms.

My approach to therapy is client-centered, humanistic, integrative, narrative, and trauma-informed. Together, we can work to uncover and retell the narratives of your life. We will in no way dismiss the hardships you have faced, rather, we can honor these experiences through thoughtful reflection. Through this process, we can also collaborate to cultivate more balance, purpose, passion, and growth in your life. I also strive to always acknowledge how systemic oppression can affect my clients lives. Therapy is absolutely a space where one should feel comfortable processing the impact of oppression.

Eli’s devotion in the field of therapy is working with pre-teens, teenagers, and young adults living with the feelings of depression, anxiety, and suicide. Eli has successfully worked with hundreds of clients in creating a life worth living. Clients have accomplished this through Eli’s use of CBT, DBT, EFT, mindfulness & meditation, exposure, and understanding that the therapy relationship is a key factor in a positive therapy experience.

You can heal from trauma faster. I can help you. Trauma Therapy Intensive Retreats bring faster relief from PTSD, anxiety, hypervigilance, flashbacks, emotional reactivity, negative self-worth. I specialize in providing therapy in an intensive format to individuals dealing with traumatic experiences, PTSD, and complex trauma, as well as helping athletes work through injuries and blocks. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing a holistic trauma informed, strength-based approach to individuals, helping you create the healing, growth, and change you desire. Get relief in days versus months or years.

I know that change is hard and requires courage, which is why I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and open space to discuss dreams, emotions and goals. I believe that people are resilient and that the work of a therapist is to assist clients in achievement of emotional independence. I help people gain insight into thoughts and feelings, within a supportive relationship, so that they can feel empowered to heal. Through expression, awareness, and accountability individuals connect with themselves, manifest growth and enact change in their lives.