Emotionally Focused Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
David Koppisch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
I draw mostly from Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and the Gottman Method.
Maybe you are struggling or feel stuck in your intimate or family relationships - caught in cycles of miscommunication, misunderstanding, conflict and hurt - but don’t know how to change. Perhaps you are unhappy in your career, or feel mistreated in your job, but aren’t sure what to do, or worry if you can get, or deserve, something better. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed by the stress and conflicting expectations of parenting, full-time work and being a good partner.
I draw mostly from Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and the Gottman Method.
Maybe you are struggling or feel stuck in your intimate or family relationships - caught in cycles of miscommunication, misunderstanding, conflict and hurt - but don’t know how to change. Perhaps you are unhappy in your career, or feel mistreated in your job, but aren’t sure what to do, or worry if you can get, or deserve, something better. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed by the stress and conflicting expectations of parenting, full-time work and being a good partner.
My approach utilizes evidence-based techniques like cognitive restructuring, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to address cognitive obstacles and promote healing.
Johnnie Marie Berry, LCSW, MDiv. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Divinity degree, I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. By examining the interconnected parts of your life, we can address issues from a comprehensive perspective. I'm committed to providing both therapeutic support and practical problem-solving strategies to help you heal and grow. Together, we'll explore all dimensions of your experience and create a personalized plan for your well-being.
My approach utilizes evidence-based techniques like cognitive restructuring, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to address cognitive obstacles and promote healing.
Johnnie Marie Berry, LCSW, MDiv. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Divinity degree, I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. By examining the interconnected parts of your life, we can address issues from a comprehensive perspective. I'm committed to providing both therapeutic support and practical problem-solving strategies to help you heal and grow. Together, we'll explore all dimensions of your experience and create a personalized plan for your well-being.
With my extensive training and continuious supervision I use such interventions that are based from emotionally focused therapy and attachment theory.
I look froward to helping you plan for your partnership or marriage instead of your wedding day! I specialize in working with couples who are pondering the idea of a life time partnership and marriage that want to plan for their life that includes skills such as effective communication, conflict resolution, and parenting.
With my extensive training and continuious supervision I use such interventions that are based from emotionally focused therapy and attachment theory.
I look froward to helping you plan for your partnership or marriage instead of your wedding day! I specialize in working with couples who are pondering the idea of a life time partnership and marriage that want to plan for their life that includes skills such as effective communication, conflict resolution, and parenting.
Techniques: EFT, Trauma -Focused, IFS, CBT & Mindfulness
Hi! I am an individual, relationship, and sex therapist who wants to help you feel better in every area of your life. I use an empathic, collaborative approach to meet you where you are, helping you to explore the best ways to accomplish your goals. I want to help you find clarity around what would make your life more satisfying and how to make that happen. Working with me means finding patterns in your life that are no longer serving you and identifying next steps to make the changes you desire. Working with me means discovering and understanding yourself on a deep level and empowering yourself to live authentically.
Techniques: EFT, Trauma -Focused, IFS, CBT & Mindfulness
Hi! I am an individual, relationship, and sex therapist who wants to help you feel better in every area of your life. I use an empathic, collaborative approach to meet you where you are, helping you to explore the best ways to accomplish your goals. I want to help you find clarity around what would make your life more satisfying and how to make that happen. Working with me means finding patterns in your life that are no longer serving you and identifying next steps to make the changes you desire. Working with me means discovering and understanding yourself on a deep level and empowering yourself to live authentically.
I am an Emotionally Focused Therapist who uses elements of other strengths-based, solution-focused, relational and systemic theories to cater and adjust therapy to meet your needs.
I believe that everyone has their potential already within them. Because of this, therapy is a place to discover what is possible and to provide the structure, tools, and outside perspective to more consistently bring your authentic self into your everyday. As we grow, we find that the ways we’ve seen and known ourselves no longer work for us, and the people around us change the dynamics in which we operate. Whether it is big life changes and self image issues to sexuality and relationship challenges, we have to take responsibility for our part and direct our effort to the areas where we have influence and control.
I am an Emotionally Focused Therapist who uses elements of other strengths-based, solution-focused, relational and systemic theories to cater and adjust therapy to meet your needs.
I believe that everyone has their potential already within them. Because of this, therapy is a place to discover what is possible and to provide the structure, tools, and outside perspective to more consistently bring your authentic self into your everyday. As we grow, we find that the ways we’ve seen and known ourselves no longer work for us, and the people around us change the dynamics in which we operate. Whether it is big life changes and self image issues to sexuality and relationship challenges, we have to take responsibility for our part and direct our effort to the areas where we have influence and control.
Gabriella Picariello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Using evidence-based therapies like Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and Integrative Attachment Family Therapy (IAFT), I help you process relational wounds, build coping strategies, foster a sense of safety to repair together.
I specialize in helping teens, young adults, and their families navigate everyday relational conflicts with understanding and empathy. Adolescence and young adulthood can be a challenging time for both young adults and their families, and my goal is to provide a safe space where you can explore these struggles and work towards healthier connections.
Using an attachment-based approach, I help you understand how your early relationships shape the way you interact with each other today. By uncovering patterns that might be causing conflict, we can work together to build stronger, more trusting bonds within your family.
Using evidence-based therapies like Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and Integrative Attachment Family Therapy (IAFT), I help you process relational wounds, build coping strategies, foster a sense of safety to repair together.
I specialize in helping teens, young adults, and their families navigate everyday relational conflicts with understanding and empathy. Adolescence and young adulthood can be a challenging time for both young adults and their families, and my goal is to provide a safe space where you can explore these struggles and work towards healthier connections.
Using an attachment-based approach, I help you understand how your early relationships shape the way you interact with each other today. By uncovering patterns that might be causing conflict, we can work together to build stronger, more trusting bonds within your family.
I have been using EFT, IFS and systemic theory to guild clients build understanding of themselves and others, cultivate self-compassion.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships with your partner, family, and colleagues? Are you feeling powerless sometimes? Do you feel like you're never good enough in your relationships, your family, your job? Do you feel lonely even though you are in a relationship? You are not alone. As human being, we all share foundation needs: to connect to people, to feel loved and valued, and be able to love ourselves and others. Sometimes we just get lost in survival patterns developed by trauma and daily stress.
I have been using EFT, IFS and systemic theory to guild clients build understanding of themselves and others, cultivate self-compassion.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships with your partner, family, and colleagues? Are you feeling powerless sometimes? Do you feel like you're never good enough in your relationships, your family, your job? Do you feel lonely even though you are in a relationship? You are not alone. As human being, we all share foundation needs: to connect to people, to feel loved and valued, and be able to love ourselves and others. Sometimes we just get lost in survival patterns developed by trauma and daily stress.
I have advanced training in Modern Psychoanalysis and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Feeling held hostage by self-doubt? It’s frustrating to be flooded with anxiety and not be able to be yourself. You want to feel comfortable in your relationships, realize your full potential and enjoy life. Know that it is possible to allow your authentic self to shine through, take pride in your achievements and experience more joy in life and with your partner. If you are curious about your inner life, want to understand what’s at the root of these thoughts and emotions and how to better manage them I can help. Together we unpack the situations, thoughts and feelings that lead to distress so that you can feel more at ease.
I have advanced training in Modern Psychoanalysis and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Feeling held hostage by self-doubt? It’s frustrating to be flooded with anxiety and not be able to be yourself. You want to feel comfortable in your relationships, realize your full potential and enjoy life. Know that it is possible to allow your authentic self to shine through, take pride in your achievements and experience more joy in life and with your partner. If you are curious about your inner life, want to understand what’s at the root of these thoughts and emotions and how to better manage them I can help. Together we unpack the situations, thoughts and feelings that lead to distress so that you can feel more at ease.
Life can feel overwhelming. Especially when navigating trauma, relationships, mental health, work, family, and everything in between. Maybe you feel stuck or unsure of how to move forward. You might be looking to strengthen your relationships, gain clarity about yourself, or make sense of your past. Let's make space to explore these challenges with curiosity and compassion. I’m here to help you move forward with confidence and a stronger sense of self.
Life can feel overwhelming. Especially when navigating trauma, relationships, mental health, work, family, and everything in between. Maybe you feel stuck or unsure of how to move forward. You might be looking to strengthen your relationships, gain clarity about yourself, or make sense of your past. Let's make space to explore these challenges with curiosity and compassion. I’m here to help you move forward with confidence and a stronger sense of self.
Structural Dissociation Model; Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy; EMDR
I am deeply committed to supporting people around healing from experiences that have affected their ability to live the kind of life that they desire. A life that is free from deep emotional pain, and that allows them to be open to new and satisfying experiences. Therapy with me begins with establishing a safe and trusting relationship which becomes the context in which we can explore and modify those parts of your experience that interfere with optimal functioning and which block your ability to feel deeply satisfied with your life.
Structural Dissociation Model; Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy; EMDR
I am deeply committed to supporting people around healing from experiences that have affected their ability to live the kind of life that they desire. A life that is free from deep emotional pain, and that allows them to be open to new and satisfying experiences. Therapy with me begins with establishing a safe and trusting relationship which becomes the context in which we can explore and modify those parts of your experience that interfere with optimal functioning and which block your ability to feel deeply satisfied with your life.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Meet Our Emotionally Focused Therapists
I work through a multimodality system including Emotionally Focused therapy, Gottman, CBT, EMDR, Systemic and structural theories.
If you are looking to transform yourself or your relationship and have healthier forms of communication, more intimate and emotional forms of connection and ,overall, improve your sense of self and relationships let your journey begin. With over 20 years of mental health experience and 14 years practicing therapy, I have learned to specialize in relationship/couples therapy and work as well as individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and other life and circumstantial issues. If you are looking to repair, strengthen, regain connection, improve intimacy, or generally work on your relationships or your mental health I can help.
I work through a multimodality system including Emotionally Focused therapy, Gottman, CBT, EMDR, Systemic and structural theories.
If you are looking to transform yourself or your relationship and have healthier forms of communication, more intimate and emotional forms of connection and ,overall, improve your sense of self and relationships let your journey begin. With over 20 years of mental health experience and 14 years practicing therapy, I have learned to specialize in relationship/couples therapy and work as well as individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and other life and circumstantial issues. If you are looking to repair, strengthen, regain connection, improve intimacy, or generally work on your relationships or your mental health I can help.
I use EFT for couples counseling.
I primarily work with clients who struggle with their emotional and spiritual identity. This includes people working through addictions, abuse, anxiety and depression. I am trained in DBT and EMDR. My hope with counseling is to help empower people to confidently engage the challenges of their lives. I also work with married couples or those who are preparing for marriage.
I use EFT for couples counseling.
I primarily work with clients who struggle with their emotional and spiritual identity. This includes people working through addictions, abuse, anxiety and depression. I am trained in DBT and EMDR. My hope with counseling is to help empower people to confidently engage the challenges of their lives. I also work with married couples or those who are preparing for marriage.
I am also trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1 & 2 and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, drowning in negative thoughts, or stuck on an emotional rollercoaster? Have you been struggling to find a sense of direction and started questioning if things will ever get better? This can be a scary place to be, but you don’t have go through it alone. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, struggling to manage stress, trying to navigate a difficult transition, looking to improve your relationships, or simply seeking a greater sense of balance in your life, my focus is on helping you build the skills and insights you need to create meaningful, lasting change in your life.
I am also trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1 & 2 and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, drowning in negative thoughts, or stuck on an emotional rollercoaster? Have you been struggling to find a sense of direction and started questioning if things will ever get better? This can be a scary place to be, but you don’t have go through it alone. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, struggling to manage stress, trying to navigate a difficult transition, looking to improve your relationships, or simply seeking a greater sense of balance in your life, my focus is on helping you build the skills and insights you need to create meaningful, lasting change in your life.
I use an integrative approach, with an emphasis on emotionally focused therapy, as well as narrative and experiential therapy.
Are you ready to become the person you know you are? To lean into compassion, heal your relationships, or feel affirmed in your identity and decisions? Therapy is about creating a sense of self that we feel connected to and at peace with, even against a world that is often uncomfortable and unaccepting of us. I want to help create a space where you feel comfortable and confident in exploring who you are whether that be in your relationships, gender, sexuality, or more. I am going to work to help you feel validated, explore the underlying issues, and find ways to support you when systems you are caught in feel overwhelming.
I use an integrative approach, with an emphasis on emotionally focused therapy, as well as narrative and experiential therapy.
Are you ready to become the person you know you are? To lean into compassion, heal your relationships, or feel affirmed in your identity and decisions? Therapy is about creating a sense of self that we feel connected to and at peace with, even against a world that is often uncomfortable and unaccepting of us. I want to help create a space where you feel comfortable and confident in exploring who you are whether that be in your relationships, gender, sexuality, or more. I am going to work to help you feel validated, explore the underlying issues, and find ways to support you when systems you are caught in feel overwhelming.
Sean Hyatt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT , Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
I specialize in working with individuals, couple and families experiencing relational difficulties from all cultural backgrounds. Therapy is not only a step in the positive direction, but it exemplifies hope for a greater sense of fulfillment. I pace myself to the client's needs and work quickly using core values which are universal to all walks of life. Some areas of focus include LGBTQ issues, family relationships, trauma informed care, couple's therapy, depression, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As a therapist, I aim to be an active listener and provide valuable perspective to therapy space.
I specialize in working with individuals, couple and families experiencing relational difficulties from all cultural backgrounds. Therapy is not only a step in the positive direction, but it exemplifies hope for a greater sense of fulfillment. I pace myself to the client's needs and work quickly using core values which are universal to all walks of life. Some areas of focus include LGBTQ issues, family relationships, trauma informed care, couple's therapy, depression, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As a therapist, I aim to be an active listener and provide valuable perspective to therapy space.
To guide our work together, I draw upon a range of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Welcome! I am a dedicated individual, couples, and family therapist committed to providing an inviting space for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. I recognize the courage it takes to start your therapeutic journey, and I am here to build a foundation of safety and trust as we walk this path together. My innate curiosity, attunement and warmth allows me to listen to your unique experiences and tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your specific needs and goals.
To guide our work together, I draw upon a range of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Welcome! I am a dedicated individual, couples, and family therapist committed to providing an inviting space for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. I recognize the courage it takes to start your therapeutic journey, and I am here to build a foundation of safety and trust as we walk this path together. My innate curiosity, attunement and warmth allows me to listen to your unique experiences and tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your specific needs and goals.
My approach utilizes evidence-based techniques like cognitive restructuring, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to address cognitive obstacles and promote healing.
Johnnie Marie Berry, LCSW, MDiv. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Divinity degree, I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. By examining the interconnected parts of your life, we can address issues from a comprehensive perspective. I'm committed to providing both therapeutic support and practical problem-solving strategies to help you heal and grow. Together, we'll explore all dimensions of your experience and create a personalized plan for your well-being.
My approach utilizes evidence-based techniques like cognitive restructuring, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to address cognitive obstacles and promote healing.
Johnnie Marie Berry, LCSW, MDiv. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Divinity degree, I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. By examining the interconnected parts of your life, we can address issues from a comprehensive perspective. I'm committed to providing both therapeutic support and practical problem-solving strategies to help you heal and grow. Together, we'll explore all dimensions of your experience and create a personalized plan for your well-being.
I utilize a psychodynamic approach rooted in attachment theory, and incorporate components of internal family systems, emotionally focused therapy, schema therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy.
Therapy offers the space to process emotions and experiences, develop a relationship with yourself, and gain insight. It is my goal to create a space for you to explore these areas, and to develop a therapeutic alliance that instills hope and encourages confidence. I believe that so much of how we view ourselves is shaped in our developmental years, and reinforced through narratives we tell ourselves.
I utilize a psychodynamic approach rooted in attachment theory, and incorporate components of internal family systems, emotionally focused therapy, schema therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy.
Therapy offers the space to process emotions and experiences, develop a relationship with yourself, and gain insight. It is my goal to create a space for you to explore these areas, and to develop a therapeutic alliance that instills hope and encourages confidence. I believe that so much of how we view ourselves is shaped in our developmental years, and reinforced through narratives we tell ourselves.
My approach utilizes evidence-based techniques like cognitive restructuring, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to address cognitive obstacles and promote healing.
Johnnie Marie Berry, LCSW, MDiv. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Divinity degree, I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. By examining the interconnected parts of your life, we can address issues from a comprehensive perspective. I'm committed to providing both therapeutic support and practical problem-solving strategies to help you heal and grow. Together, we'll explore all dimensions of your experience and create a personalized plan for your well-being.
My approach utilizes evidence-based techniques like cognitive restructuring, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to address cognitive obstacles and promote healing.
Johnnie Marie Berry, LCSW, MDiv. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Divinity degree, I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. By examining the interconnected parts of your life, we can address issues from a comprehensive perspective. I'm committed to providing both therapeutic support and practical problem-solving strategies to help you heal and grow. Together, we'll explore all dimensions of your experience and create a personalized plan for your well-being.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.