Therapists in Newtown, PA

Thriving in families today is truly challenging, particularly in today's "Covid World." Family stress also tends to intensify during those sensitive periods of transition, especially where children are affected. My practice specializes in assisting parents navigate the complexities of divorce, co-parenting, re-marriage, and the creation of new stepfamilies. I also help families heal from estrangement, whether it is from a sibling or parent. While working with recently-divorced parents, I feel it is important to take a child-centered focus, where children are often caught in the middle of these adult battlegrounds.

I work best with people who have difficulty connecting how their current role relates to a personal problem. If you often respond to stressful situations in similar ways with little resolve and are left feeling misunderstood (anxious) and/or alone (depressed), this is an example of learned behaviors that becomes more casual for people over time. I one-on-one coach to promote change and help develop realistic tools that assist you in-the-moment as a life event unfolds. Using a straightforward approach I can improve your insight, discourage old habits and improve your personal control.

Life presents us with challenges at every phase, and sometimes collaboration with a trained professional helps to weather the storms of life and promote growth and happiness. In my work with children, teens, and adults, I strive to create a safe accepting environment, so my clients can openly express their throughts and feelings and explore their concerns. My treatment is comprehensive in nature and carefully designed to promote self-awareness and address the unique needs of each individual.

My ideal client wants something better, has no idea what "better" is or looks like, and has no idea where to start. They are still determining if they are ready to start or commit to that change. What they need is a person and a space to figure it out. Deep down, they know where they are right now can be better, whether in relationships, emotions, daily habits, major life goals, or anything in-between. But, most importantly, they want a space where they can process and grow from that place and build a sustainable life.

I am currently accepting new clients for both in person and remote video sessions. I work with pre teens, adolescents, young adults and adults. As a teacher, coach and school counselor in the public schools for 20 years, I specialize in adolescents and their families helping to navigate this time in life. I have helped clients with a variety of issues such as, anxiety, academic stress, friends, dating/relationships, family dynamics, sports pressure, ADHD and executive functioning, academic planning, and improving grades/study habits.I also have considerable experience working with 504s and IEPs advocating for students.

I have been a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania since 2003, and practicing in the Bucks County area as a Christian therapist since 1991. I have experience dealing with a wide range of issues and working with children, adolescents, and adults, in addition to teaching at the graduate level. I get tremendous joy from seeing people take their troubling symptoms, the panic attacks, the depressed mood, the self-defeating patterns of relating, and use them to build the self-understanding and character strength necessary to boldly love and experience the kind of intimacy in relationships they never thought possible.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, and everyday stressors. I focus on supporting you in getting to know yourself better and work as a team to make the changes you want to see in yourself and your life. My focus is on exploring strengths and determining how to utilize them to their fullest. I approach all clients with respect, genuine concern, and hope.

I am a licensed professional counselor and currently work as the Clinical Director at Rosewood Recovery, a program tailored to treat individuals who are dealing with substance use and co-occurring disorders. I believe in meeting the client where they are at knowing that recovery takes time. Combining individual and group therapy, we will work collaboratively on treatment goals. Your goals are your goals - I am here to listen to what they are and help you work to achieve them while being safe, healthy, and fulfilled in life. Services are offered at the OP, IOP, and PHP levels of care.

Life is a journey that can be both deeply beautiful and profoundly challenging. Along the way, we all go through rough patches. Anxiety, despair and self-doubt can leave us feeling lost and afraid. Though these experiences may frighten us, they also offer us opportunities for healing and growth if we have the courage to listen to them and learn from them. I am a warm and caring psychotherapist who will provide an atmosphere of safety, compassion, and non-judgmental support as you engage in this process.

All persons are unique and valuable deserving of respect and dignity. I have worked with all age groups in many settings (including Jewish Community Centers, Wraparound, prison, outpatient therapy) with individuals, families and with groups. My Masters degree is in Social Work and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both PA and NJ. I am EMDR trained (a therapy which has proven to be very successful with single incident trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). EMDR is currently being used for a variety of concerns including Anxiety, Depression and pain ailments such as Fibromyalgia and Migraine Headaches.

I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.

Are you looking for someone who fosters a safe space while you embark on your healing journey? Taking the step towards healing is not an easy decision to make, and I am so glad you are taking it. I specialize in working alongside with those who struggle with eating disorders, trauma, and addiction. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming.

Newtown Therapy & Wellness Center is founded on the belief that individuals have the innate ability to change and self-actualize. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, group and family sessions. Our providers conduct psycho-educational, ADHD and psychological assessment services. Our methodology involves encouraging clients to be actively involved in their treatment. We rely heavily on an interpersonal model of therapy while incorporating aspects of dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused techniques. We are a gender affirming space.

My ideal client is a teen or adult (age 13 or above) with general mental health issues like anxiety/depression, self esteem issues, anger management issues, or grief issues, who wish to have assistance in improving their lives and overall functioning. I have certifications to treat drug and alcohol issues, gambling issues in addition to the other areas of mental health. I assist with difficult challenges in their lives, including anxiety from poor social relationships with family or friends, or anxiety issues managing the school expectations. I believe the relationship between client/therapist is vital. I accept most insurances.

I believe that we are all going through something in our lives and that from time to time we need the help of someone else to get through particularly rough patches. This is where a therapist can be very helpful. I am a compassionate, Board Certified, Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses a variety of therapeutic approaches to help my clients heal and grow. I provide both individual and family therapy for persons ages 9 and up. I use many different therapeutic approaches because I tailor the therapy to each individual client, based on their specific needs.

My ideal client would be open to change and exploring more positive ways to see themselves. My ideal client would be someone that values our time together and is present for sessions. My ideal client would be someone who can reflect from within and be willing to do the work, with a sincere desire to change their lifestyle. This client would be flexible and willing to see the other side of the coin, exploring the past and delving into the present.

I especially enjoy supporting young adults who may be in transition or seeking clarity on the impact of the past on their current lives. They may be struggling with symptoms of grief, loneliness, depression, anxiety, co-dependency, or just a sense that something is off. My ideal client may have a specific goal in mind or might have a desire to be heard.

My ideal client is highly motivated to make changes to improve their overall mood and lifestyle. My ideal client may be struggling with anxiety, depression, issues with emotion regulation, or may be adjusting to major life changes. My ideal client is willing to communicate openly and honestly, and work with me to develop coping skills or identify lifestyle changes that can be made to help improve functioning and mental wellbeing.