Chronic Illness Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

Emily Malachosky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Within the safe space we create, we will collaborate to identify and explore your concerns, creating goals for the future, and finding your strength to achieve these goals. Whether it's trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, or grief, I believe that integrating therapeutic modalities with a personable and tailored approach, can help us find what works best for you in your journey to heal and grow. As a mental health advocate, I greatly admire vulnerability in the face of stigma and value the opportunity to explore your needs. It is a privilege to be part of your healing process.
Within the safe space we create, we will collaborate to identify and explore your concerns, creating goals for the future, and finding your strength to achieve these goals. Whether it's trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, or grief, I believe that integrating therapeutic modalities with a personable and tailored approach, can help us find what works best for you in your journey to heal and grow. As a mental health advocate, I greatly admire vulnerability in the face of stigma and value the opportunity to explore your needs. It is a privilege to be part of your healing process.

Have you ever found yourself thinking, "This isn’t where I imagined I’d be by now"? Life’s challenges—whether in relationships, difficult circumstances, or navigating mental health struggles—can make that gap feel even wider. But you’re not alone. I specialize in supporting adolescents, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, major life transitions, relationship challenges, and feelings of overwhelm or burnout. I also enjoy working with families and individuals facing the unique challenges of food allergies and health-related conditions.
Have you ever found yourself thinking, "This isn’t where I imagined I’d be by now"? Life’s challenges—whether in relationships, difficult circumstances, or navigating mental health struggles—can make that gap feel even wider. But you’re not alone. I specialize in supporting adolescents, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, major life transitions, relationship challenges, and feelings of overwhelm or burnout. I also enjoy working with families and individuals facing the unique challenges of food allergies and health-related conditions.

Hello, my name is Melissa Bazydlo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Philadelphia, working with patients statewide using telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in utilizing a holistic, strengths-based approach with patients to help them achieve their goals, both inside and outside of treatment.
Hello, my name is Melissa Bazydlo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Philadelphia, working with patients statewide using telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in utilizing a holistic, strengths-based approach with patients to help them achieve their goals, both inside and outside of treatment.

Victoria Fantom
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Waitlist for new clients
Are you experiencing loneliness, uncertainty, people-pleasing, or distress? Have past experiences continued to impact your present experiences? Are you feeling disconnected from your true self and feeling unfulfilled in your life? Maybe you find yourself putting other people's needs before your own. If any of this resonates with you, I can help support you in better understanding yourself, how these patterns have been contributing to current challenges in your life and in your relationships, and getting your needs met. When you improve your emotional wellbeing, you are better able to connect with yourself and in your relationships.
Are you experiencing loneliness, uncertainty, people-pleasing, or distress? Have past experiences continued to impact your present experiences? Are you feeling disconnected from your true self and feeling unfulfilled in your life? Maybe you find yourself putting other people's needs before your own. If any of this resonates with you, I can help support you in better understanding yourself, how these patterns have been contributing to current challenges in your life and in your relationships, and getting your needs met. When you improve your emotional wellbeing, you are better able to connect with yourself and in your relationships.

Hi! My name is Kelly Jude and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania, which means I approach therapy from both an individual and contextual lens. Therefore, I approach your concerns from multiple perspectives and focus on the various pieces that make you, you. I help people feel better seen and heard in their lives. I highly individualized care with a focus on rapport and trust. I care deeply for people struggling with hopelessness and shame. I have deep training in depression, anxiety, personality challenges, eating habits, ADHD, and trauma.
Hi! My name is Kelly Jude and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania, which means I approach therapy from both an individual and contextual lens. Therefore, I approach your concerns from multiple perspectives and focus on the various pieces that make you, you. I help people feel better seen and heard in their lives. I highly individualized care with a focus on rapport and trust. I care deeply for people struggling with hopelessness and shame. I have deep training in depression, anxiety, personality challenges, eating habits, ADHD, and trauma.

Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, MPH, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Our mission is to positively impact the mental wellness of Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and their communities through culturally responsive mental health care, intersectional education, community connection, and affinity-based mentorship. Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting is a mental health resource center that centers on the needs of the Asian-American Community in the Philadelphia Metro area and the states of PA and New Jersey. We provide healing-centered approaches toward mental health wellness and support our communities in finding a home in their bodies, minds, and communities.
Our mission is to positively impact the mental wellness of Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and their communities through culturally responsive mental health care, intersectional education, community connection, and affinity-based mentorship. Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting is a mental health resource center that centers on the needs of the Asian-American Community in the Philadelphia Metro area and the states of PA and New Jersey. We provide healing-centered approaches toward mental health wellness and support our communities in finding a home in their bodies, minds, and communities.

I'm Leah D'Agostino, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families. I offer a whole person-centered, relationship-based approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and experiences. Whether you're battling addiction, navigating grief, or seeking a deeper connection with yourself and others, I'm here to offer support and guidance on your journey. I have experience working with a wide range of individuals, including those with mental health diagnoses, those with substance use issues, and those with chronic medical conditions.
I'm Leah D'Agostino, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families. I offer a whole person-centered, relationship-based approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and experiences. Whether you're battling addiction, navigating grief, or seeking a deeper connection with yourself and others, I'm here to offer support and guidance on your journey. I have experience working with a wide range of individuals, including those with mental health diagnoses, those with substance use issues, and those with chronic medical conditions.

Jill Farabelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCW, APHSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19127
Sometimes life is messy and navigating it on our own can feel overwhelming. Whether you are facing a life transition, a change in relationship, or a serious illness or grief, you may find yourself struggling. Recognizing this is a big step and reaching out for help is one of the bravest things you can do. I value each human's uniqueness and approach therapy from a place of warmth, compassion and free of judgment. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship allows us to be seen, heard and offers an opportunity for healing and growth.
Sometimes life is messy and navigating it on our own can feel overwhelming. Whether you are facing a life transition, a change in relationship, or a serious illness or grief, you may find yourself struggling. Recognizing this is a big step and reaching out for help is one of the bravest things you can do. I value each human's uniqueness and approach therapy from a place of warmth, compassion and free of judgment. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship allows us to be seen, heard and offers an opportunity for healing and growth.

Victoria Gottlieb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Examining life is like inspecting a car, each part — the engine, wheels, and brakes, are components interacting to ensure smooth operation. Changes in one part affect the entire driving experience, much like shifts and challenges in specific aspects of our lives impact our overall functioning. As a holistic-based therapist with a focus on a systems theory lens, I approach therapy by considering the entirety of the individual. Acknowledging the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, we will delve into multiple factors that can profoundly influence your overall health.
Examining life is like inspecting a car, each part — the engine, wheels, and brakes, are components interacting to ensure smooth operation. Changes in one part affect the entire driving experience, much like shifts and challenges in specific aspects of our lives impact our overall functioning. As a holistic-based therapist with a focus on a systems theory lens, I approach therapy by considering the entirety of the individual. Acknowledging the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, we will delve into multiple factors that can profoundly influence your overall health.

Hannah Muller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19125
There is so much power within each and every one of us. Whether you're going through issues big or small, support is out there to help you unlock the version of yourself that you would like to be. There is no shame in seeking out support; it is an incredibly courageous and brave step towards healing. With the assistance of therapy, we can working towards addressing any issues you are facing or unmet goals you would like to achieve.
There is so much power within each and every one of us. Whether you're going through issues big or small, support is out there to help you unlock the version of yourself that you would like to be. There is no shame in seeking out support; it is an incredibly courageous and brave step towards healing. With the assistance of therapy, we can working towards addressing any issues you are facing or unmet goals you would like to achieve.

Movement with Sara
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19118
People who seek psychotherapy often describe feeling “stuck”. You might feel lethargic, restlessly idle, persistently overwhelmed or isolated. Perhaps you have noticed you are repeating self-destructive patterns of behaviors or relationships? You might be having trouble making progress towards life goals or are unable connect to feelings of interest, pleasure . . . joy. Wellness includes fundamental consideration of our physical bodies. How do you feel about your body? Do you listen and respond respectfully to its cues? Does your body's needs get equal attention in your busy days? Do you allow yourself to take up space?
People who seek psychotherapy often describe feeling “stuck”. You might feel lethargic, restlessly idle, persistently overwhelmed or isolated. Perhaps you have noticed you are repeating self-destructive patterns of behaviors or relationships? You might be having trouble making progress towards life goals or are unable connect to feelings of interest, pleasure . . . joy. Wellness includes fundamental consideration of our physical bodies. How do you feel about your body? Do you listen and respond respectfully to its cues? Does your body's needs get equal attention in your busy days? Do you allow yourself to take up space?
Meet Our Chronic Illness Therapists

My name is Lillian Eyre (she/her). For over 25 years, I have worked as a music therapist (MT-BC), licensed professional counselor (LPC), and professor of music therapy (PhD). I provide telehealth therapy in the state of PA, specializing in adults from 18 to 90+ years to treat anxiety, depression, stress, OCD, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, and relational distress. While my primary approach is humanistic, I also use techniques derived from cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed therapy when these are helpful to you.
My name is Lillian Eyre (she/her). For over 25 years, I have worked as a music therapist (MT-BC), licensed professional counselor (LPC), and professor of music therapy (PhD). I provide telehealth therapy in the state of PA, specializing in adults from 18 to 90+ years to treat anxiety, depression, stress, OCD, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, and relational distress. While my primary approach is humanistic, I also use techniques derived from cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed therapy when these are helpful to you.

I'm dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic, and collaborative environment that sparks curiosity and nurtures healing in the space we co-create. I recognize the importance of the therapeutic relationship and tailor my approach to meet my clients’ unique needs. I’m grateful for the trust my clients place in me by sharing their stories, and I love the opportunity to be a part of their journey. It’s very meaningful to witness the challenge, growth, and healing that happens in the therapy space. My work spans various concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
I'm dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic, and collaborative environment that sparks curiosity and nurtures healing in the space we co-create. I recognize the importance of the therapeutic relationship and tailor my approach to meet my clients’ unique needs. I’m grateful for the trust my clients place in me by sharing their stories, and I love the opportunity to be a part of their journey. It’s very meaningful to witness the challenge, growth, and healing that happens in the therapy space. My work spans various concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

Do you struggle with self-esteem issues and want to be more confident? Are you dealing with a major depressive disorder and have poor sleep & hygiene? Do you want a better life so you can keep your job and have a thriving life? I can help you identify where negative thoughts about yourself and your identity stem from. We will work on identifying negative thoughts and stress triggers. We will review what interventions have worked and have not worked for your mental health. I provide psychoeducation & may give some mini exercises, such as using positive affirmations, coming up with a nighttime routine, & relaxation techniques.
Do you struggle with self-esteem issues and want to be more confident? Are you dealing with a major depressive disorder and have poor sleep & hygiene? Do you want a better life so you can keep your job and have a thriving life? I can help you identify where negative thoughts about yourself and your identity stem from. We will work on identifying negative thoughts and stress triggers. We will review what interventions have worked and have not worked for your mental health. I provide psychoeducation & may give some mini exercises, such as using positive affirmations, coming up with a nighttime routine, & relaxation techniques.

Hello and welcome! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I’m Nadya Gifeisman, a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Pennsylvania, where I have been providing therapy for over 20 years. My counseling style will always be tailored to your unique needs. My approach is guided by the need to obtain solutions to personal problems while finding balance in daily living. I am able to provide therapeutic interventions that respect diverse spiritual and cultural backgrounds, allowing you to grow and become empowered to make your own life choices and decisions.
Hello and welcome! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I’m Nadya Gifeisman, a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Pennsylvania, where I have been providing therapy for over 20 years. My counseling style will always be tailored to your unique needs. My approach is guided by the need to obtain solutions to personal problems while finding balance in daily living. I am able to provide therapeutic interventions that respect diverse spiritual and cultural backgrounds, allowing you to grow and become empowered to make your own life choices and decisions.

Philip Jaisohn Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19126
We want to welcome clients who might be new to therapy but have struggled for a long time with depression, anxiety, family conflict or other mental health issues. You might have avoided therapy because of stigma or misconceptions. You feel overwhelmed at times and feel that now is the time to seek help. We can speak to anyone living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania through the convenience of tele-therapy. We have English and Korean speaking therapists who are compassionate and want to make therapy a comfortable experience for you.
We want to welcome clients who might be new to therapy but have struggled for a long time with depression, anxiety, family conflict or other mental health issues. You might have avoided therapy because of stigma or misconceptions. You feel overwhelmed at times and feel that now is the time to seek help. We can speak to anyone living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania through the convenience of tele-therapy. We have English and Korean speaking therapists who are compassionate and want to make therapy a comfortable experience for you.

My name is Niyabinghi Thomas, you can call me Niya. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have worked with individuals, families, and couples for over 8 years, both online, in the community, and in private practice. I typically use modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance therapy, skills training, grief counseling, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing. My therapy approach is warm and interactive. I believe in creating space for open and honest dialogue without judgment at the pace of the client. I respect that everyone is not yet ready for change and it is not my job to push change.
My name is Niyabinghi Thomas, you can call me Niya. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have worked with individuals, families, and couples for over 8 years, both online, in the community, and in private practice. I typically use modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance therapy, skills training, grief counseling, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing. My therapy approach is warm and interactive. I believe in creating space for open and honest dialogue without judgment at the pace of the client. I respect that everyone is not yet ready for change and it is not my job to push change.

I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been treating patients in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, and working with family systems. In treatment, I focus on using my understanding of human behavior to help my patients better understand what thoughts and wishes motivate them as well as what fears or anxieties might be getting in their way.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been treating patients in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, and working with family systems. In treatment, I focus on using my understanding of human behavior to help my patients better understand what thoughts and wishes motivate them as well as what fears or anxieties might be getting in their way.

Caroline Kuttler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Waitlist for new clients
Deciding to start therapy can be a challenging and vulnerable process. My goal as a therapist is to make each individual feel as safe and supported as possible with high levels of empathy, compassion, and genuineness. Throughout the therapy process, I value the importance of improving relationships, managing stress, and increasing the ability to identify and regulate emotions. In sessions, I emphasis the importance of processing core beliefs we hold towards ourself and the world, practicing daily mindfulness, and learning skills to effectively regulate our emotions. I also provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians!
Deciding to start therapy can be a challenging and vulnerable process. My goal as a therapist is to make each individual feel as safe and supported as possible with high levels of empathy, compassion, and genuineness. Throughout the therapy process, I value the importance of improving relationships, managing stress, and increasing the ability to identify and regulate emotions. In sessions, I emphasis the importance of processing core beliefs we hold towards ourself and the world, practicing daily mindfulness, and learning skills to effectively regulate our emotions. I also provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians!

Sara Yassky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Welcome. I believe therapy is an avenue of exploration that holds potential for individual and collective growth. I offer an integrated, holistic approach as a somatic psychotherapist. As a healing centered therapist, I am committed to providing a space that values and honors the ways each of us have learned to survive while believing in each person’s right and ability to thrive. Whether you are interested in healing past wounds/trauma, working with your relationship to self and others, managing depression or anxiety, or increasing your capacity for aliveness, I will support your goals with curiosity and compassion.
Welcome. I believe therapy is an avenue of exploration that holds potential for individual and collective growth. I offer an integrated, holistic approach as a somatic psychotherapist. As a healing centered therapist, I am committed to providing a space that values and honors the ways each of us have learned to survive while believing in each person’s right and ability to thrive. Whether you are interested in healing past wounds/trauma, working with your relationship to self and others, managing depression or anxiety, or increasing your capacity for aliveness, I will support your goals with curiosity and compassion.
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