In Person Therapists in South of South, Philadelphia, PA

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Natalie Petyk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Anyone seeking psychotherapy needs to sense a therapist's ability to deeply connect, to foster real vulnerability, without feeling judged. Some people desire help during personal crises or from a wish to grow. Others recognize a need for therapy after feeling stuck. Therapy can address symptoms that are more chronic in nature, which interfere with relationships or life satisfaction. Some people look for short-term therapy, to focus quickly on solution-oriented work, while others may feel more confusion about where to begin, needing time and support to clarify complicated thoughts and feelings. Together, we will develop your goals.
Anyone seeking psychotherapy needs to sense a therapist's ability to deeply connect, to foster real vulnerability, without feeling judged. Some people desire help during personal crises or from a wish to grow. Others recognize a need for therapy after feeling stuck. Therapy can address symptoms that are more chronic in nature, which interfere with relationships or life satisfaction. Some people look for short-term therapy, to focus quickly on solution-oriented work, while others may feel more confusion about where to begin, needing time and support to clarify complicated thoughts and feelings. Together, we will develop your goals.
(484) 601-3995 View (484) 601-3995
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Adam Osborne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Vulnerability. It's a word that sounds all motivating and "Hell yeah!" when Brene Brown talks about it, but when it comes to actually DOING it, it terrifies you. In order to get to the root of what's causing your discomfort, I'm going to ask you to get vulnerable. I'm going to ask you to share your story (no, the real story) with me. But you don't have to do it alone. I want to help you move from SURVIVING to THRIVING. I want you to FINALLY start living the life you've imagined. It doesn't have to be "someday". It can be now. And I can help.
Vulnerability. It's a word that sounds all motivating and "Hell yeah!" when Brene Brown talks about it, but when it comes to actually DOING it, it terrifies you. In order to get to the root of what's causing your discomfort, I'm going to ask you to get vulnerable. I'm going to ask you to share your story (no, the real story) with me. But you don't have to do it alone. I want to help you move from SURVIVING to THRIVING. I want you to FINALLY start living the life you've imagined. It doesn't have to be "someday". It can be now. And I can help.
(724) 603-1642 View (724) 603-1642
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Luke Romano
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
My areas of expertise include challenges navigating social life, relationships, and life transitions, coping with traumatic experiences, and understanding complex family dynamics. With advanced training in relational psychodynamic therapy, I specialize in trauma informed mental health treatment based on the development of a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a comfortable and judgment free therapeutic space within which children, youth, and adults can explore, heal, and grow.
My areas of expertise include challenges navigating social life, relationships, and life transitions, coping with traumatic experiences, and understanding complex family dynamics. With advanced training in relational psychodynamic therapy, I specialize in trauma informed mental health treatment based on the development of a strong therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a comfortable and judgment free therapeutic space within which children, youth, and adults can explore, heal, and grow.
(267) 394-9765 View (267) 394-9765
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Casey Meiser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
We live in a world that caters to the neurotypical person, and you are really starting to feel the impact of that after years of working against it. You've tried so hard to "fit in" and hold yourself to the same standard as those around you, but you keep "failing". And all it's done is filled you with shame and left you feeling even more exhausted. Your multiple intersecting identities make this even more difficult, and sometimes you're not sure what's actually impacting things the most and where to start. You need a safe space to really dive in, and that in and of itself has been so difficult to find.
We live in a world that caters to the neurotypical person, and you are really starting to feel the impact of that after years of working against it. You've tried so hard to "fit in" and hold yourself to the same standard as those around you, but you keep "failing". And all it's done is filled you with shame and left you feeling even more exhausted. Your multiple intersecting identities make this even more difficult, and sometimes you're not sure what's actually impacting things the most and where to start. You need a safe space to really dive in, and that in and of itself has been so difficult to find.
(412) 946-8665 View (412) 946-8665
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Elis O'Marehen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Currently accepting new clients! Being able to connect with a therapist is hard. Really hard. Especially if you are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Am I right? Feeling "other" has become so normal that we often don't even realize we are merely surviving because we don't know there's another way to exist. Stress, shame, and all of the other emotions swirling around create a tornado that is hard to get out of. That's where I come in. I'm a LGBTQIA+, relationship (i.e. CNM), and culturally affirming therapist with lived experience as a queer woman with a trans partner, as well as assisted reproduction and gender-expansive parenting.
Currently accepting new clients! Being able to connect with a therapist is hard. Really hard. Especially if you are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Am I right? Feeling "other" has become so normal that we often don't even realize we are merely surviving because we don't know there's another way to exist. Stress, shame, and all of the other emotions swirling around create a tornado that is hard to get out of. That's where I come in. I'm a LGBTQIA+, relationship (i.e. CNM), and culturally affirming therapist with lived experience as a queer woman with a trans partner, as well as assisted reproduction and gender-expansive parenting.
(724) 777-1433 View (724) 777-1433
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Blake Macurdy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
You are someone who is fed up, tired and a little pissed off about feeling stuck. In your emotions, in your trauma, in a relationship, in a job that you hate, in a body that you hate... I want to help you attend to yourself, process and move forward from that which no longer serves or nourishes you. You don’t want to feel as though you’re simply going through the motions, but that you can find meaning and enjoyment in your existence. I am passionate about helping others become the version of themselves they feel proud to show off and show up for. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming and racial-justice oriented therapist.
You are someone who is fed up, tired and a little pissed off about feeling stuck. In your emotions, in your trauma, in a relationship, in a job that you hate, in a body that you hate... I want to help you attend to yourself, process and move forward from that which no longer serves or nourishes you. You don’t want to feel as though you’re simply going through the motions, but that you can find meaning and enjoyment in your existence. I am passionate about helping others become the version of themselves they feel proud to show off and show up for. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming and racial-justice oriented therapist.
(412) 924-5203 View (412) 924-5203
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Sarah E Pulver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
This journey of life can sometimes be trying, difficult, and uncomfortable, but I believe that by meeting clients where they are and working together, we can create steps in a journey which will lead to a brighter future. I look forward to working with you to untangle and pull strings from the past, create meaning in the present and make space for healing in the future
This journey of life can sometimes be trying, difficult, and uncomfortable, but I believe that by meeting clients where they are and working together, we can create steps in a journey which will lead to a brighter future. I look forward to working with you to untangle and pull strings from the past, create meaning in the present and make space for healing in the future
(267) 329-7095 View (267) 329-7095
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Taylor Kyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Accepting new clients! Imagine stepping into a space where you’re free to be 100% yourself—no filters, no pretenses, just you. Imagine unmasking from external pressures and standards to unleash your full potential and create a life you love. A life that actually feels good, and doesn't just look good on the outside. A life that feels authentic and aligned with who you truly are. I believe in the transformative power of authentic connection and community, and I’m committed to fostering an environment where we can both celebrate your uniqueness and build a meaningful therapeutic relationship.
Accepting new clients! Imagine stepping into a space where you’re free to be 100% yourself—no filters, no pretenses, just you. Imagine unmasking from external pressures and standards to unleash your full potential and create a life you love. A life that actually feels good, and doesn't just look good on the outside. A life that feels authentic and aligned with who you truly are. I believe in the transformative power of authentic connection and community, and I’m committed to fostering an environment where we can both celebrate your uniqueness and build a meaningful therapeutic relationship.
(412) 663-3546 View (412) 663-3546
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Kaelyn Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Accepting new clients! Let's be real, change and life transitions can be terrifying. Especially if they come about suddenly or unwillingly. Struggling with relentless panic, racing anxious thoughts, or paralyzing fear can impact your ability to show up in your life even in the most basic way. Whether your obsessions deal with contamination, checking, intrusive thoughts of harm, moral/religious scrupulosity, or anything else, OCD can often leave a person feeling isolated, trapped, and sometimes terrified of themselves. It can be incredibly overwhelming trying to navigate this all alone.
Accepting new clients! Let's be real, change and life transitions can be terrifying. Especially if they come about suddenly or unwillingly. Struggling with relentless panic, racing anxious thoughts, or paralyzing fear can impact your ability to show up in your life even in the most basic way. Whether your obsessions deal with contamination, checking, intrusive thoughts of harm, moral/religious scrupulosity, or anything else, OCD can often leave a person feeling isolated, trapped, and sometimes terrified of themselves. It can be incredibly overwhelming trying to navigate this all alone.
(412) 851-6186 View (412) 851-6186
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Chandani Patel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Hello there! You’re scrolling through therapist profiles because you might be hurting or feeling confused or overwhelmed or just feeling stuck and don't know how to get out of it. I just want to say, you are so brave to be seeking help. It takes alot of courage to acknowledge the need for therapy, and so I welcome you as you take your first step on this journey towards self-discovery and inner healing.
Hello there! You’re scrolling through therapist profiles because you might be hurting or feeling confused or overwhelmed or just feeling stuck and don't know how to get out of it. I just want to say, you are so brave to be seeking help. It takes alot of courage to acknowledge the need for therapy, and so I welcome you as you take your first step on this journey towards self-discovery and inner healing.
(484) 652-8785 View (484) 652-8785
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Jorge Balverdi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
A good therapist will offer you the care and support that you need to work on what is keeping you from the life you want. My clients describe me as supportive and nonjudgmental and also warmly challenging. I have over 19 years of experience treating psychological distress and psychiatric conditions in culturally diverse groups. I have a wealth of experience treating young adults managing specific role transitions.
A good therapist will offer you the care and support that you need to work on what is keeping you from the life you want. My clients describe me as supportive and nonjudgmental and also warmly challenging. I have over 19 years of experience treating psychological distress and psychiatric conditions in culturally diverse groups. I have a wealth of experience treating young adults managing specific role transitions.
(267) 573-0541 View (267) 573-0541
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Gene-Leigh Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
You are feeling misunderstood and overwhelmed. You feel "other". And our current social and political climate is exacerbating it. You feel like no one gets it. You have such a hard time trusting people, so the idea of taking the first step to start therapy is terrifying. You don't feel like yourself anymore, and sometimes you wonder what that even means. You feel shame. You feel like you simply "don't have time for therapy", but also know you can't continue like you have been. You want to feel more grounded, balanced, and resilient. But you have no idea how to get there.
You are feeling misunderstood and overwhelmed. You feel "other". And our current social and political climate is exacerbating it. You feel like no one gets it. You have such a hard time trusting people, so the idea of taking the first step to start therapy is terrifying. You don't feel like yourself anymore, and sometimes you wonder what that even means. You feel shame. You feel like you simply "don't have time for therapy", but also know you can't continue like you have been. You want to feel more grounded, balanced, and resilient. But you have no idea how to get there.
(878) 666-9864 View (878) 666-9864
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Ivan Jagersky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LBS, LSW
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Accepting new clients! Most days, you feel like you don't have anyone on your side, and often struggle with trust. In order to be able to dive into your list of "things" and really open up, finally, you know you'll need to feel truly accepted and respected. You are starting to drown in the anxiety, stress, conflict, and depression that is swirling around you, and it's just... time. You're mostly open to the idea of therapy, but you need a balance of processing AND skills that you can apply in your day-to-day life. Sometimes, even thinking about the process of looking for a therapist is enough to exhaust you and then paralyze you.
Accepting new clients! Most days, you feel like you don't have anyone on your side, and often struggle with trust. In order to be able to dive into your list of "things" and really open up, finally, you know you'll need to feel truly accepted and respected. You are starting to drown in the anxiety, stress, conflict, and depression that is swirling around you, and it's just... time. You're mostly open to the idea of therapy, but you need a balance of processing AND skills that you can apply in your day-to-day life. Sometimes, even thinking about the process of looking for a therapist is enough to exhaust you and then paralyze you.
(412) 816-9486 View (412) 816-9486
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Paul Renn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
When we experience loss, unwanted change, or trauma it can shake our foundations and lead to pain, confusion, and heartache. While we can't prevent life from happening or undo what we've been through, my practice is based on a deeply held belief in the ability for all of us to heal and resume living with meaning and purpose. Recognizing where you're feeling blocked, stuck, or hurt will inform where we focus our efforts. Granting ourselves full permission to feel and express the depth of our feelings is instrumental to healing and growth.
When we experience loss, unwanted change, or trauma it can shake our foundations and lead to pain, confusion, and heartache. While we can't prevent life from happening or undo what we've been through, my practice is based on a deeply held belief in the ability for all of us to heal and resume living with meaning and purpose. Recognizing where you're feeling blocked, stuck, or hurt will inform where we focus our efforts. Granting ourselves full permission to feel and express the depth of our feelings is instrumental to healing and growth.
(215) 631-8255 View (215) 631-8255
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Julz Metelsky
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAPC
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
I'm an LGBTQIA+ therapist, and my theoretical alignments are focused on feminism. I'm passionate about gender fluidity and contributing to a strong future generation by challenging societal norms. I enjoy working with folks concerned with anxiety, childhood trauma/abuse, interpersonal violence (IPV) and sexual assault, intergenerational trauma, and self-esteem.
I'm an LGBTQIA+ therapist, and my theoretical alignments are focused on feminism. I'm passionate about gender fluidity and contributing to a strong future generation by challenging societal norms. I enjoy working with folks concerned with anxiety, childhood trauma/abuse, interpersonal violence (IPV) and sexual assault, intergenerational trauma, and self-esteem.
(412) 923-0964 View (412) 923-0964
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Dr. Vanay Frederick-Ellis
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Hi there! If you need to be heard, want to find your voice again, or find your voice for the first time then let's talk. What goals do you have for yourself? And, what's getting in the way of you achieving those goals? Whatever your struggle is I want to help you connect with yourself and gain the confidence to do whatever it is to be successful. I want you to be the best version of yourself for yourself. I know there are important people in your life and we can talk about them too, but just know I want to make you the focus. It starts and ends with you!
Hi there! If you need to be heard, want to find your voice again, or find your voice for the first time then let's talk. What goals do you have for yourself? And, what's getting in the way of you achieving those goals? Whatever your struggle is I want to help you connect with yourself and gain the confidence to do whatever it is to be successful. I want you to be the best version of yourself for yourself. I know there are important people in your life and we can talk about them too, but just know I want to make you the focus. It starts and ends with you!
(717) 387-7705 View (717) 387-7705
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Peregrine Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Accepting new clients! Your neurodivergence makes you feel "other" and "on the outside" in a world that is set up for neutrotypicals. The consistent pressure to function as if your brain is not different makes day-to-day life so exhausting you could burst. You are starting to come to terms with the fact that your intrusive thoughts and compulsions may actually be OCD, but you have no idea where to start with something that feels so big. You are tired of pretending that your partners aren't your partners when discussing... well, everything. You want to discuss the complexities and nuances of your relationships. ALL of them.
Accepting new clients! Your neurodivergence makes you feel "other" and "on the outside" in a world that is set up for neutrotypicals. The consistent pressure to function as if your brain is not different makes day-to-day life so exhausting you could burst. You are starting to come to terms with the fact that your intrusive thoughts and compulsions may actually be OCD, but you have no idea where to start with something that feels so big. You are tired of pretending that your partners aren't your partners when discussing... well, everything. You want to discuss the complexities and nuances of your relationships. ALL of them.
(412) 455-3658 View (412) 455-3658
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Peach Johnston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
As a queer individual, I understand that every person within the LGBTQIA+ spectrum is unique. Within our therapeutic relationship, I welcome you to be your most authentic self and celebrate You in your entirety. Together we can explore your gender identity, your sexuality, your politics, and your relationships. I approach relationships with an open mind and a non-judgmental perspective, especially with clients who participate in kink and non-monogamous relationships. To thrive as a queer person is an act of rebellion, and I'm here to compassionately support you through that fight.
As a queer individual, I understand that every person within the LGBTQIA+ spectrum is unique. Within our therapeutic relationship, I welcome you to be your most authentic self and celebrate You in your entirety. Together we can explore your gender identity, your sexuality, your politics, and your relationships. I approach relationships with an open mind and a non-judgmental perspective, especially with clients who participate in kink and non-monogamous relationships. To thrive as a queer person is an act of rebellion, and I'm here to compassionately support you through that fight.
(412) 838-4565 View (412) 838-4565
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Emily Eisler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
My idea of therapy is similar to using your GPS: you tell me where you want to go, and I'll show you how to get there. You will leave our sessions knowing exactly where you’re going, and I will be cheering you on along the way. Whether you are coming to therapy to conquer anxiety, process and heal from trauma, or to figure out what a meaningful and fulfilling life looks like for you, I am here and ready to help.
My idea of therapy is similar to using your GPS: you tell me where you want to go, and I'll show you how to get there. You will leave our sessions knowing exactly where you’re going, and I will be cheering you on along the way. Whether you are coming to therapy to conquer anxiety, process and heal from trauma, or to figure out what a meaningful and fulfilling life looks like for you, I am here and ready to help.
(267) 263-7265 View (267) 263-7265
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Lauren Strailey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ATR-P, LAPC
Verified Verified
South of South, Philadelphia, PA 19146
My clinical experience includes working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. I am very passionate about providing services to members of the LGBTQ+ community and am committed to being culturally competent and social-justice oriented. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. Much of my clinical experience was spent as a middle and high school counselor, so I have extensive experience working with young people ages 11 through 18.
My clinical experience includes working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. I am very passionate about providing services to members of the LGBTQ+ community and am committed to being culturally competent and social-justice oriented. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. Much of my clinical experience was spent as a middle and high school counselor, so I have extensive experience working with young people ages 11 through 18.
(267) 369-2129 View (267) 369-2129

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