Therapists in Pennsport-Whitman-Queen, Philadelphia, PA

Whether you are exploring therapy for the first time or have had prior treatment, the initial contact with a therapist can be daunting. Feel free to contact me to discuss how therapy may help and if I am the right therapist for you. I would be happy to spend some time on the phone to answer any questions you may have as well as to help you decide whether or not to set up an initial appointment.

Using a brief and cognitive therapy approach, I specialize is working with individuals, couples, marriage counseling, and families for issues of relationship problems, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma informed treatment, decision making, assertiveness skills, adjusting to new situations and the emotions and decisions that come along with it. I am a licensed professional counselor in PA, NJ, and DE and offer evidence-based treatments, clinical supervision for new counselors in obtaining their license, and I am a Board Certified Executive Coach. I also offer consultation within the realm of career, work, and future planning.

There are so many different reasons why people can benefit from therapy, and you don't need to be in crisis to seek treatment. When you're emotionally well, you can connect better in relationships, feel better about yourself, and participate more fully in life. It has been so fulfilling to help so many people become more self-aware, discover their full potential, and reach their goals. I have been able to see so many clients benefit from evidence based practices. I'm proud to have received specialized training in treatments that work.

I am an experienced and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. Throughout my clinical career, I have specialized in working with children and adults involving traumatic related experiences, anxiety, and relationship issues. I employ a holistic approach, integrating evidence-based therapies tailored to each individual's unique needs. Each clients distinctive experience allows for the therapeutic relationship to fit their desired outcome.

Patrick is one of those people lucky enough to have found his life’s purpose: To help others heal from their trauma. Skillfully utilizing his training in EMDR and Narrative Therapy he helps free his clients from the burdens they’ve been carrying and old stories they’ve been retelling. Clients leave his office properly processed their traumas and with the understanding that it’s not who we are, but what’s happened to us, that must be processed, and ultimately, healed. You’re gonna go for a ride, and it’s going to be worth it. Patrick is by your side every step of the way. Freedom is possible (ask me how I know).

I work to make you more aware, empowered & capable. I bring ideas, experiments, and insights, with a spirit of open and nonjudgmental kindness, to understand why you're experiencing the issue and seek to heal, not just cope. I believe that the most effective therapeutic relationship is built on two-way trust and honesty. Our exploration will be conscious of our social locations and how environment and structural forces influence and shape you, as well as how we relate to one another.

Through my experiences as a therapist, I have seen how life stressors, past experiences, and genetics can all play a role in the difficulties of our lives. My hope is that we can create a safe environment to enable you to grow and adapt to what life has to offer and start to explore the things that may be holding us back.

I believe that the work of therapy needs to be done in an atmosphere of safety, intelligence, warmth and humor. Therapy is often hard work because it takes so much commitment for us to look at ourselves objectively and work through challenging issues in our lives. Sometimes we come to therapy because there is a specific situation that we need immediate and/or brief assistance with or for an objective voice of reason. Sometimes we come to therapy because there have been challenges over time that have gotten in our way of getting what we want out of our lives.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, or held back by painful experiences from the past, you do not have to face life's challenges alone. I view therapy as a collaborative process which is built upon openness, understanding, and hope. I believe the most important relationship you have is with yourself. Therefore, my work with clients centers around developing a healthy sense of self in order to manage life’s difficulties more easily. My goal is to provide an environment where you will feel safe to express yourself, to be heard, to heal, and to explore the possibilities for making lasting changes.

I am here to help you take the first steps toward changing your life for the better. Even though change can be difficult, we will do this together. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling as well as a degree in Psychology and Sociology. I have over 20 years experience in working with adults, couples, teenagers, and families. My clinical interests include working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, obsessive compulsive disorder, anger issues, bipolar disorder, stress management concerns, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, relationship problems, and trauma-related concerns.

Life can be really hard. Sometimes you need help to move through the tougher times. You are the expert on your life and with my experience and expertise we form a strong, workng relationship. I work and teach from an integrative perspective incorporating mindfulness with the traditional therapeutic approaches Cognitive Behavioral and Humanistic. I believe that healing, growth and change are best supported by raising our awareness around our thoughts, actions, feelings and our physical selves. I advocate movement, internal work and meditative practice when appropriate.

Connection is key. To be understood and feel connected are integral parts of relationships. Clients come to me when they feel lost, overwhelmed, lonely, frustrated, angry, sad, and confused. Some may want something but don't know how to get it, how to ask for it, or worthy enough to receive it. Others aren't sure what they want, and need help gaining clarity. My role is to walk with my clients as they learn about themselves, and how their families, relationships, and experiences have impacted their understanding of who they are. I hope to empower clients to value themselves, and help them form the relationships they desire.

It’s natural to experience unhelpful patterns or symptoms when we've experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences. We feel off balance, chronically stressed, anxious, or depressed. I like to view these symptoms as inner parts who need our attention and care. When these inner parts are healed, they feel less compelled to ruminate, obsess, or depress. That means there is more space for the qualities you want to have in your life, such as creativity, joy, confidence, clarity, peace, and presence.

Pursuing and going to therapy can be uncomfortable, scary, and exhausting. It takes a tremendous amount of courage and willingness. Living with and carrying emotional pain can be lonely and in therapy we will navigate this and work towards healing together. We will process how the past and unconscious resurface in the present causing distress in various areas including family, relationships, work, mental health, etc. As we do this work and build an open and trusting relationship, we can develop insights, bring about change, and further healing.

I a a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I practice using primarily psychodynamic and person-centered therapy. Through these modalities, you will work on a deeper level to explore causes and underlying patterns of presenting problems and easing resistance. I will provide unconditional positive regard, so you do not have to worry about feeling pressured or judged. Areas of expertise include relationship issues, anxiety, low self-esteem and feelings of being stuck in unhealthy patterns of functioning.

As a therapist I am inquisitive, honest, and casual in my communication. Exploring new perspectives and challenging thought processes allows for establishing a foundation to support healthier relationships with ourselves and others. Through a collaborative approach, I will work with you to create a space to explore yourself further. In asking you to show up authentically and honestly, I promise to do the same. A focal point of the work I do is to highlight vulnerability and honest communication as the crux of any relationship. Together, we will process through personal or relational issues, anxiety, depression, and much more.

Using an intersectional lens, I strive to offer an affirming space for people of all identities and experiences, including LGBTQIA2S+, poly, and kink communities. I work collaboratively with clients to create a supportive, safe and healing environment, free of judgment, that strives to honor their history and individual experiences. I use an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from psychodynamic, relational, social justice-oriented, and strength-based approaches.

I believe that all people are deserving of love & healing. All too often life does what life does and we lose sense of our self, our worth, & our belonging. Choosing to pursue therapy is a radical act of self love & a gift towards enriching your life, deepening your understanding of self, & improving your relationships. Congratulations on taking this courageous first step on a journey towards your most authentic self & more satisfying life.

The journey of life can present many challenges and transitions. I work with adult clients who often have a history of trauma. My clients often carry scars from their past, enduring experiences that haunt their daily lives. Together, we navigate the labyrinth of their emotions, seeking to mend the broken pieces. Trauma, like a shadow, looms over them, impacting their self-esteem and relationships. They may experience difficulty regulating their mood which further complicates their journey, as they wrestle with the ebbs and flows of their emotional landscape. My clients often face a relentless battle within themselves.