Therapists in Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA

Seeking help and support is a sign of personal strength, not an admission of weakness. However, this is not the message we always receive from those around us. Engaging in therapy can be a scary thing to sign up for. I take this into account when meeting with my clients. I believe in providing my clients with a sincere effort to build a therapeutic relationship by getting to know each person and providing professional, honest feedback to move forward towards their personal growth. I believe in addressing personal goals and checking in on where the client’s mindset is, as life tends to throw us unexpected changes at unexpected times.

Do you feel stressed, like a weight on your back? Do you feel like your thoughts are difficult to control, making it hard to be present in life? Or maybe you're a parent stressed and overwhelmed from finding the best way to support your child/teen? Do you get into power struggles at home? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing relational, systemic-oriented, and collaborative individual and family services to children, teens, young adults, and parents. In the course of our lives, we each get stuck in patterns and need help discovering what's keeping us from experiencing life in a way that feels healthy and happy.

Are you working towards self-acceptance? Are you tired of the roles and stigma that have been placed on you? Does a life worth of anxiety feel like a heavy load? Do you sometimes feel stuck, creatively, career wise, socially or emotionally? Do completing the smallest tasks seem monumental? Do you want to find and harness your potential? Have you struggled with mindfulness or meditation? Do you find that sometimes your emotions drive your decisions? Do you want to improve your life but don't know where to start?

I have been in the helping profession for close to 20 years. My goal is to pay it forward. I provide a safe, trusting environment, and free of biases and judgment. I work at a pace that is comfortable for you, and with the hope of helping you find the skills to heal. My specialty is rooted in attachment theory complimented with a holistic, strength-based, and solution-focused perspective. We all tend to cling to the inner child in us, more so when we experience abandonment, rejection, grief, and loss of safety. Let’s recognize these feelings, heal the inner child and give yourself permission to heal in the here and now.

I work from a social work strengths based perspective and believe in meeting each client where they are and collaborating to address the issue(s) at hand. Whether you’re facing a new challenge in life or feeling “stuck,” I’ll listen actively and we can work together to support you through this time, so that you’re able to gain insight and clarity to allow you to move forward.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering virtual therapy to adults and couples in PA and NJ. I'm passionate about helping people uncover and activate the resilience, strength and inner wisdom we all have within. I meet you where you are, whether this is your first time in therapy, or you’ve been in therapy for years. I aim to create an environment where you feel safe, heard and seen, so we can collaboratively explore how to increase your quality of life and connectedness to others. Together, we can examine the things you may have been running from, or the issues that have felt too scary to confront alone.

I am a queer, white cisgender single parent. My practice is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, & person-centered. I come to my work with clients as a partner and a support. I work with those experiencing grief & traumatic loss, depression, anxiety, fertility challenges (especially for those who are visibly queer), miscarriage, chronic suicidality, and self-injury—many of which I have personal experience with. I approach my work through a relational lens, and I have an interest in learning narrative and Internal Family Systems frameworks. I am accepting new clients.

Is this your first time seeking therapy? We may be a great fit! In therapy, we explore things that get in the way of your ability to connect to yourself or your relationships with others. We address the fullness of the human experience that can range from fears, losses, and heartbreak to success, well-being, and self-empowerment. We identify your personal strengths and develop tools together that enable you to better manage present and future changes and challenges as they arise. I also have experience working with healthcare providers.

(Currently Full-Not Taking New Clients) I feel it is an honor and privilege to serve as a therapist. I believe that every person deserves a supportive space to reflect and to process without judgement. I utilize an integrative model of treatment, tailoring treatment to individual needs and preferences. This often entails exploring the past and enhancing self- awareness, while building coping strategies and setting goals in the present. I strive to create a partnership with clients and I work to create a safe, warm, nurturing and empathic space, from within great change is possible!

We are all in trouble. Some of us are anxious, trying to avoid trouble at all costs. Some of us start trouble with loved ones for reasons we can't understand. Some of us get into trouble at school or at work. And many of us are troubled by past traumas that we can't seem to shake. My aim in therapy is to partner with you around your goals and your values, to figure out what's worth your time and trouble. Therapy is a time, just for you, to heal and grow at your own pace.

Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a black, gender non-binary Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I have a personal stake and insight into the work I do. My clinical practice aims to empower and heal individuals, families & communities through therapy, consulting, case management, training, & community outreach.

Choosing to work through one's past, relationships, or current challenges can be a tough and bold decision toward empowerment. I believe we all hold the insight and strength we need and that it may take time to figure how to access these tools. It is my goal to work alongside you in this process. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space to allow exploration, connection and creativity in therapy.

I work with individuals who are seeking support for a variety of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, mood instability, panic, relationship stress, difficult life transitions, addiction, identity confusion, and existential angst. My clients are seeking a safe and restorative therapeutic experience, where they can be their authentic selves without judgment.

Now scheduling in person sessions, In Between the Lines Therapy in Northern Liberties works with individuals, couples, and families. Our team has extensive training in systemic therapy where the client is given tools to use in their everyday lives. We see clients in various stages of lives including children struggling with anxiety, couples exploring ways to improve communication before marriage, couples wanting to navigate a tough time in their relationship, individuals looking for new ways to navigate their busy lives.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of always doing everything for others and burdened to keep it together? On the surface "everything is fine" but internally you're white-knuckling through life, struggling to feel good, tired of being tired. As an Asian American therapist who sees the therapeutic relationship as a powerful instrument of change, I am passionate about co-creating space that is grounded in connection, warmth, and clarity. In our work together we will do a deep dive into your anxiety, perfectionism, guilt and shame, grief/loss, intergenerational wounds, and racialized trauma to support your journey to wholeness.

I strive to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental space conducive to meaningful self-examination and change. My style is curious, at times challenging and, at others, affirming. I work with you to compassionately explore your life and identify new possibilities, as well as alter unrecognized habits that inhibit satisfaction and personal growth. Therapy with me is a compassionate and dedicated inquiry to help you feel better and thrive. 'Thriving' is unique to each of us and I will work with you define your idea of a fulfilling life, keeping in mind it may differ from social ideals ill-suited to satisfy many of us.

Perez Therapy was founded on the principle of providing quality psychotherapy services for people who want to get ahead in life, finally meet their long-term goals, find healing from past traumas and challenges, and gain insight into themselves to lead to a happier and more fulfilling life.  Our therapists have chosen the career of being a therapist because of our own life stories and the impact that therapists have had on our own lives. PLEASE note: we are in the process of credentialing with Medicaid and expect to be in-network by the end of 2023. Any new Medicaid client can be added to our wait list.

Whether you are experiencing life transitions, a family crisis, or have a diagnosable mental health concern, the Full Being team is here to support. We provide comprehensive wellness care in a culturally responsive manner. Often time clinicians may just focus on the cognitive, or the emotional. We believe in a holistic concept; working with you to support your growth and address your needs in the mind, body and spirit. Our clinicians have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness, and more. Services offered include individual, family & couples sessions.

My hope is that therapy can provide you a place to improve emotional distress, heal from past wounds, and increase fulfillment in your life. I have been working with people who have experienced trauma in all periods of their life. I've also worked in a large university counseling center for 7 years and have unique understanding on how that transition impacts mental health.