Domestic Abuse Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
I'm Nathalie Hand, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience providing trauma-informed support in various settings. I specialize in helping people work through concerns such as depression, anxiety, substance use and misuse, and healing from the effects of trauma. I've had the privilege of supporting many clients in their process of change.
I'm Nathalie Hand, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience providing trauma-informed support in various settings. I specialize in helping people work through concerns such as depression, anxiety, substance use and misuse, and healing from the effects of trauma. I've had the privilege of supporting many clients in their process of change.
I have been practicing as a Psychotherapist, Social Worker and Child and Family Advocate for many years. I have post graduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Modern Psychodynamic Psychoanalytic Therapy. I have extensive experience working with children and adults coping with depression and anxiety, grief, loss, life transitions, chronic illness and relationship issues. My focus is to assist individuals receiving services access self-knowledge and improve their functioning and quality of life.
I have been practicing as a Psychotherapist, Social Worker and Child and Family Advocate for many years. I have post graduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Modern Psychodynamic Psychoanalytic Therapy. I have extensive experience working with children and adults coping with depression and anxiety, grief, loss, life transitions, chronic illness and relationship issues. My focus is to assist individuals receiving services access self-knowledge and improve their functioning and quality of life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals through career transitions, relationship struggles, dual diagnoses, and personal growth. My own journey of healing and self-discovery has shaped the way I guide others today, and I believe the best teachers are often those who were once students of their own healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals through career transitions, relationship struggles, dual diagnoses, and personal growth. My own journey of healing and self-discovery has shaped the way I guide others today, and I believe the best teachers are often those who were once students of their own healing.
Jennifer Hart Counseling Services/Soul Yoga Philly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CIMHP
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Virtual Practice - Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming—especially if you’ve carried the weight of trauma, stress, or feeling like you have to hold everything together. I help clients create space to heal, breathe, and rediscover their voice. My passion is working with women of color who are navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and CPTSD, as well as those recovering from emotionally difficult or abusive relationships
With 12 years of experience as a licensed therapist and group practice owner, I bring both professional expertise and a deeply human approach. Clients often describe me as compassionate, honest, and straightforward.
Virtual Practice - Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming—especially if you’ve carried the weight of trauma, stress, or feeling like you have to hold everything together. I help clients create space to heal, breathe, and rediscover their voice. My passion is working with women of color who are navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and CPTSD, as well as those recovering from emotionally difficult or abusive relationships
With 12 years of experience as a licensed therapist and group practice owner, I bring both professional expertise and a deeply human approach. Clients often describe me as compassionate, honest, and straightforward.
Our Ideal clients are everyday Legends that desire not only to heal themselves, but thru their healing, desire to change the very trajectory of their families and Legacies. The Legends House Counseling Center desires to serve as a safe space for clients that may not have clear goals for life, but know for sure that the goal is to deal with the most pressing issues in their life which are impacting their mental well-being. Our clients want safety and strategies for self-care and freedom.
Our Ideal clients are everyday Legends that desire not only to heal themselves, but thru their healing, desire to change the very trajectory of their families and Legacies. The Legends House Counseling Center desires to serve as a safe space for clients that may not have clear goals for life, but know for sure that the goal is to deal with the most pressing issues in their life which are impacting their mental well-being. Our clients want safety and strategies for self-care and freedom.
I specialize in supporting women and teens who have experienced domestic abuse, childhood trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Life can leave us carrying wounds we’ve learned to function through but never fully heal. If you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, burnout, or life transitions, I offer a space to slow down, feel seen, and rebuild from strength—not survival. My approach is trauma-informed and relational. I believe healing isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you reconnect to the resilient, capable parts of yourself that may have been overshadowed by pain. Together, we’ll build practical tools so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and hope.
I specialize in supporting women and teens who have experienced domestic abuse, childhood trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Life can leave us carrying wounds we’ve learned to function through but never fully heal. If you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, burnout, or life transitions, I offer a space to slow down, feel seen, and rebuild from strength—not survival. My approach is trauma-informed and relational. I believe healing isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you reconnect to the resilient, capable parts of yourself that may have been overshadowed by pain. Together, we’ll build practical tools so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and hope.
Melody Carpenter (Dascanio)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, C-PD, CCTP-II, NATC, LPC
Online Only
This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse by a romantic partner or emotionally immature parents.
This type of trauma dysregulates the nervous system and must be approached with both somatic and cognitive techniques. I have completed training under some of the best; including Sandra Brown and The Institute for Relationship Harm Reduction, Dr. Ramani, Patrick Teahan, Kathryn McBride, and Lindsay Gibson to ensure that my skills will meet your needs.
This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse by a romantic partner or emotionally immature parents.
This type of trauma dysregulates the nervous system and must be approached with both somatic and cognitive techniques. I have completed training under some of the best; including Sandra Brown and The Institute for Relationship Harm Reduction, Dr. Ramani, Patrick Teahan, Kathryn McBride, and Lindsay Gibson to ensure that my skills will meet your needs.
I bring 5 years experience serving trauma populations, from counseling sexual assault and domestic violence survivors at a rape crisis center, inpatient adults with schizophrenia, state prison inmates at SCI Phoenix, and victims of Philadelphia's opioid crisis.
I am currently accepting new clients for a virtual Sexual Trauma group for women on Tuesdays at 5pm. I am also taking on new clients for individual telehealth services and I specialize in treating anxiety (OCD, Social Anxiety), trauma (PTSD, sexual trauma), and co-occuring substance use disorders. I primarily use CBT, ERP, and person-centered modalities.
I bring 5 years experience serving trauma populations, from counseling sexual assault and domestic violence survivors at a rape crisis center, inpatient adults with schizophrenia, state prison inmates at SCI Phoenix, and victims of Philadelphia's opioid crisis.
I am currently accepting new clients for a virtual Sexual Trauma group for women on Tuesdays at 5pm. I am also taking on new clients for individual telehealth services and I specialize in treating anxiety (OCD, Social Anxiety), trauma (PTSD, sexual trauma), and co-occuring substance use disorders. I primarily use CBT, ERP, and person-centered modalities.
I am a Clinical Mental Health therapist with certifications in Addiction and Family Therapy. I have over 30 years experience helping individuals and families to become drug-free, and helping to empower individuals, couples and families in creating a healthy, loving, prosperous environment. My style is to explore their total health issues and challenges. My method is to develop a plan to assist/coach clients to grow, step-by-step, to overcome their life challenges. I have studied Clinical Counseling, Family, Addiction and Behavior Modification Therapies for many years. I have also studied Family Therapy Post-Graduate for 2 years.
I am a Clinical Mental Health therapist with certifications in Addiction and Family Therapy. I have over 30 years experience helping individuals and families to become drug-free, and helping to empower individuals, couples and families in creating a healthy, loving, prosperous environment. My style is to explore their total health issues and challenges. My method is to develop a plan to assist/coach clients to grow, step-by-step, to overcome their life challenges. I have studied Clinical Counseling, Family, Addiction and Behavior Modification Therapies for many years. I have also studied Family Therapy Post-Graduate for 2 years.
You've worked hard to get where you are, but life is still filled with uncertainty. As an experienced therapist, I've worked with college students navigating life transitions, complex trauma survivors who feel disconnected from the people around them, and high-performing professionals struggling to balance the demands of work and home. I am especially passionate about helping clients with trauma histories and neurodivergence make sense of historical struggles through a non-judgmental, self-compassionate lens. I meet with and help empower men, women, and non-binary adults through private telehealth sessions.
You've worked hard to get where you are, but life is still filled with uncertainty. As an experienced therapist, I've worked with college students navigating life transitions, complex trauma survivors who feel disconnected from the people around them, and high-performing professionals struggling to balance the demands of work and home. I am especially passionate about helping clients with trauma histories and neurodivergence make sense of historical struggles through a non-judgmental, self-compassionate lens. I meet with and help empower men, women, and non-binary adults through private telehealth sessions.
I specialize in issues related to relationships, identity exploration, family dynamics, life transitions, trauma, and sexual violence.
I strive to create a safe, affirming environment where you feel seen, heard, and valued. If you’re curious about working together, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
I specialize in issues related to relationships, identity exploration, family dynamics, life transitions, trauma, and sexual violence.
I strive to create a safe, affirming environment where you feel seen, heard, and valued. If you’re curious about working together, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
Life can be tough, whether you’re a child working through trauma, a young adult navigating transitions, or an adult managing stress, anxiety, or past experiences. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood as we work together toward healing and growth.
I come from a background that understands firsthand how difficult these struggles can be, and I believe that with the right support, everyone has the ability to shift from striving to thriving and create positive change when provided with the resources for basic needs being met as well.
Life can be tough, whether you’re a child working through trauma, a young adult navigating transitions, or an adult managing stress, anxiety, or past experiences. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood as we work together toward healing and growth.
I come from a background that understands firsthand how difficult these struggles can be, and I believe that with the right support, everyone has the ability to shift from striving to thriving and create positive change when provided with the resources for basic needs being met as well.
Hill Counseling is committed to helping clients grow. Please click on the link to our website (underneath the profile picture) for specific information as to our specialties and our therapists. We pride ourselves on being able to see clients quickly as we generally have no waiting list. Thank you for choosing Hill Counseling!
Hill Counseling is committed to helping clients grow. Please click on the link to our website (underneath the profile picture) for specific information as to our specialties and our therapists. We pride ourselves on being able to see clients quickly as we generally have no waiting list. Thank you for choosing Hill Counseling!
I am a trauma-informed, EMDR trained, Licensed Social Worker who provides services for adults in Philadelphia, PA and virtually in New Jersey. I have supported a wide variety of clients with challenges including anxiety disorders, PTSD, mood disorders, grief, borderline personality disorder, dissociative symptoms, parenting, and sexuality. I am particularly passionate about supporting the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
I am a trauma-informed, EMDR trained, Licensed Social Worker who provides services for adults in Philadelphia, PA and virtually in New Jersey. I have supported a wide variety of clients with challenges including anxiety disorders, PTSD, mood disorders, grief, borderline personality disorder, dissociative symptoms, parenting, and sexuality. I am particularly passionate about supporting the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
I support individuals navigating trauma, abuse, grief, loss, and major life transitions. My style is naturally warm and nurturing, and I focus on creating a safe space where you can reflect on how you relate to yourself, others, and the world. I also offer honest feedback and gentle challenges to support growth. My goal is to help you tune into your internal world, identify your needs, and learn how to voice them—while feeling supported, seen, and met with kindness throughout the process.
I support individuals navigating trauma, abuse, grief, loss, and major life transitions. My style is naturally warm and nurturing, and I focus on creating a safe space where you can reflect on how you relate to yourself, others, and the world. I also offer honest feedback and gentle challenges to support growth. My goal is to help you tune into your internal world, identify your needs, and learn how to voice them—while feeling supported, seen, and met with kindness throughout the process.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges that include anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, shame, embarrassment, procrastination, avoidance, marital/couple/family relations and more. My approach though highly individualized and eclectic is primarily a cognitive behavioral one in which we delve into the emotional, behavioral and cognitive roots in order to identify, challenge and ultimately replace those unhelpful aspects with health promoting aspects. This along with a commitment to hard work on the part of the client often results in improved functioning and an enriched and more satisfying quality of life.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges that include anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, shame, embarrassment, procrastination, avoidance, marital/couple/family relations and more. My approach though highly individualized and eclectic is primarily a cognitive behavioral one in which we delve into the emotional, behavioral and cognitive roots in order to identify, challenge and ultimately replace those unhelpful aspects with health promoting aspects. This along with a commitment to hard work on the part of the client often results in improved functioning and an enriched and more satisfying quality of life.
My clients are high-performing people seeking therapy because they feel depressed, trapped, or anxious in ways that prevent them from enjoying the lives they have built. Many feel disconnected from their sense of purpose or from loved ones and wish to reconnect in new and healthy ways. I can help you learn about yourself, improve your sense of well-being, and face obstacles that challenge you with increased skill, ease, and clarity. My practice is 100% teletherapy, which lends itself well to discretion, efficiency, and flexibility. My clients attend therapy between meetings, at work, and from the couch while their baby naps.
My clients are high-performing people seeking therapy because they feel depressed, trapped, or anxious in ways that prevent them from enjoying the lives they have built. Many feel disconnected from their sense of purpose or from loved ones and wish to reconnect in new and healthy ways. I can help you learn about yourself, improve your sense of well-being, and face obstacles that challenge you with increased skill, ease, and clarity. My practice is 100% teletherapy, which lends itself well to discretion, efficiency, and flexibility. My clients attend therapy between meetings, at work, and from the couch while their baby naps.
I believe that the better someone understands their experiences, the better they are able to understand themselves and the larger story of their identity. Our work together will involve being curious not only of what's being said but also what's not being said, resisted, or minimized. We may start to notice discrepancies that provoke insight. A deeper level of understanding of your experiences results in a more integrated sense of self. Changes in the way we understand ourselves and the interactions that fill our lives have a profound impact on the decisions we make and how we then live our lives.
I believe that the better someone understands their experiences, the better they are able to understand themselves and the larger story of their identity. Our work together will involve being curious not only of what's being said but also what's not being said, resisted, or minimized. We may start to notice discrepancies that provoke insight. A deeper level of understanding of your experiences results in a more integrated sense of self. Changes in the way we understand ourselves and the interactions that fill our lives have a profound impact on the decisions we make and how we then live our lives.
With years of experience and having earned the trust and respect of the Philadelphia Christian community, we are prepared to help you navigate the storms of life in good hands. With competent Christian psychiatrists, Christian psychologists, Biblical counselors and health coaching, we are well trained to address the complex interplay of body and soul.
With years of experience and having earned the trust and respect of the Philadelphia Christian community, we are prepared to help you navigate the storms of life in good hands. With competent Christian psychiatrists, Christian psychologists, Biblical counselors and health coaching, we are well trained to address the complex interplay of body and soul.
Life comes with its challenges, and in a world where there can at times seem to be a collective sense of pain, I view therapy as a journey that provides us with the opportunity to become more in tune with ourselves. In doing so, we develop new ways to prevail and thrive. Being a queer person of color, I have dedicated my time in the field to supporting those who have lived similar experiences to my own. In sessions, I seek to create a trusting relationship that highlights your strengths.
Life comes with its challenges, and in a world where there can at times seem to be a collective sense of pain, I view therapy as a journey that provides us with the opportunity to become more in tune with ourselves. In doing so, we develop new ways to prevail and thrive. Being a queer person of color, I have dedicated my time in the field to supporting those who have lived similar experiences to my own. In sessions, I seek to create a trusting relationship that highlights your strengths.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.