Emotionally Focused Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
It's not easy to find your way into a life that suits all of the complexities of who you are. At one point or another, you may look upon your life with some sense of disappointment, confusion, fear or uncertainty. Perhaps doubts have surfaced about choices you have made or your ability to feel alive and connected within your own world. Despite these difficulties, I believe that all people can and deserve to build a life that integrates their values and unique gifts. Although the journey is rarely straight-forward, I hope to offer guidance, empathy, and honesty to all of my clients, collaborating to discover what wants to be changed.
It's not easy to find your way into a life that suits all of the complexities of who you are. At one point or another, you may look upon your life with some sense of disappointment, confusion, fear or uncertainty. Perhaps doubts have surfaced about choices you have made or your ability to feel alive and connected within your own world. Despite these difficulties, I believe that all people can and deserve to build a life that integrates their values and unique gifts. Although the journey is rarely straight-forward, I hope to offer guidance, empathy, and honesty to all of my clients, collaborating to discover what wants to be changed.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and have been working in the field since my internship in 2019.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and have been working in the field since my internship in 2019.
You pictured this phase of life to be different - you finally know what you want in a romantic partner, yet trusting & receiving love in the way you want to be feels like it’s still so much harder than it “should” be. You’ve found success at work, yet the goal post keeps moving & you don’t seem to ever truly enjoy the fruits of your labor. Unhealthy dynamics in your family feel so clear to you now - you know you want those relationships to be different, but aren’t sure what to do when you’re triggered, or where to go from here. Life feels stable enough where you’re ready to do the deeper work, you just need a safe space to do so.
You pictured this phase of life to be different - you finally know what you want in a romantic partner, yet trusting & receiving love in the way you want to be feels like it’s still so much harder than it “should” be. You’ve found success at work, yet the goal post keeps moving & you don’t seem to ever truly enjoy the fruits of your labor. Unhealthy dynamics in your family feel so clear to you now - you know you want those relationships to be different, but aren’t sure what to do when you’re triggered, or where to go from here. Life feels stable enough where you’re ready to do the deeper work, you just need a safe space to do so.
Can you image a life where you are able to treat yourself with kindness and compassion? A life where you can discover the roots of your pain and learn new, healthy ways of approaching daily difficulties? A life where you don’t need to use alcohol and substances to cope with your pain? Whether you are new to therapy and curious about how therapy can benefit you, or are returning to healing, I am here to help. All that is needed to start this process is a willingness to be curious about your life, which is the first step to initiating the changes you would like to make.
Can you image a life where you are able to treat yourself with kindness and compassion? A life where you can discover the roots of your pain and learn new, healthy ways of approaching daily difficulties? A life where you don’t need to use alcohol and substances to cope with your pain? Whether you are new to therapy and curious about how therapy can benefit you, or are returning to healing, I am here to help. All that is needed to start this process is a willingness to be curious about your life, which is the first step to initiating the changes you would like to make.
Faarah Misbah
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
You might be asking, "How do I restore balance in my life?" In the complex dance of relationships, maintaining harmony can sometimes feel like an insurmountable challenge. Particularly in intimate relationships or within the family unit, it’s not uncommon to feel disconnected, despite your best efforts. Rekindling love, intimacy, and warmth in these relationships is within reach.
You might be asking, "How do I restore balance in my life?" In the complex dance of relationships, maintaining harmony can sometimes feel like an insurmountable challenge. Particularly in intimate relationships or within the family unit, it’s not uncommon to feel disconnected, despite your best efforts. Rekindling love, intimacy, and warmth in these relationships is within reach.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have enjoyed practicing for 20 years. I work with adolescents, young adults, older adults, couples, and Families who are going through life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and chronic medical issues, to name a few.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have enjoyed practicing for 20 years. I work with adolescents, young adults, older adults, couples, and Families who are going through life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and chronic medical issues, to name a few.
Hello! To say my life has been interesting is an understatement. If it's unusual or a rare thing it's most likely happened to me or I've helped someone dealing with it. In order to be a well-rounded therapist, I have worked in state agencies, schools, and now for myself. I dedicated five years to fulfill contracts with the military (all over the world) to assist active duty and their families. It's very important to me to make sure your therapy is in tune with your needs. I don't do cookie-cutter therapy. I proudly call my business LHC and Company because I believe in teamwork with you and those I need to get the work done.
Hello! To say my life has been interesting is an understatement. If it's unusual or a rare thing it's most likely happened to me or I've helped someone dealing with it. In order to be a well-rounded therapist, I have worked in state agencies, schools, and now for myself. I dedicated five years to fulfill contracts with the military (all over the world) to assist active duty and their families. It's very important to me to make sure your therapy is in tune with your needs. I don't do cookie-cutter therapy. I proudly call my business LHC and Company because I believe in teamwork with you and those I need to get the work done.
Assistance in life is often needed and desired but seldom sought. There is a place of hope for the heart and a person who wants to find their way. When we get out of our way, we find freedom from suffering and begin to embrace the change, transition, and transformation to a new reality of life. The new life is freedom from the silent conversation from within, seeking relief sometimes from self and dealing with the burdens of life.
Assistance in life is often needed and desired but seldom sought. There is a place of hope for the heart and a person who wants to find their way. When we get out of our way, we find freedom from suffering and begin to embrace the change, transition, and transformation to a new reality of life. The new life is freedom from the silent conversation from within, seeking relief sometimes from self and dealing with the burdens of life.
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, career difficulties, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! My counseling style is pretty laid-back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, career difficulties, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! My counseling style is pretty laid-back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.
Working at a small practice like Alternative Choices allows me to use all of my training to help a variety of clients with many types of concerns and challenges. I work with individuals, families, couples or groups, from middle school age through adulthood, to address issues related to learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorder, autism spectrum, depression, anxiety, social skills, and others. I incorporate mindfulness techniques and strategies into more conventional modes of therapy to help my clients confront, tolerate, accept, and ultimately embrace difficult emotions and moods, in order to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
Working at a small practice like Alternative Choices allows me to use all of my training to help a variety of clients with many types of concerns and challenges. I work with individuals, families, couples or groups, from middle school age through adulthood, to address issues related to learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorder, autism spectrum, depression, anxiety, social skills, and others. I incorporate mindfulness techniques and strategies into more conventional modes of therapy to help my clients confront, tolerate, accept, and ultimately embrace difficult emotions and moods, in order to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
Therapy for Women
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BCD
6 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Does any of this sound like you? You're exhausted, anxious and stuck. Life feels overwhelming and no matter what you do, you don't feel good enough. It feels like everyone except you has it "together". Maybe you have all you wanted on paper but it you don't feel fulfilled. You beat yourself up, drink too much or are stuck in the cycle of trying the newest Tiktok welllness trend, hoping this will make you feel better. It's not working and you wonder if you will ever feel happy and content. It's time for a change.
Does any of this sound like you? You're exhausted, anxious and stuck. Life feels overwhelming and no matter what you do, you don't feel good enough. It feels like everyone except you has it "together". Maybe you have all you wanted on paper but it you don't feel fulfilled. You beat yourself up, drink too much or are stuck in the cycle of trying the newest Tiktok welllness trend, hoping this will make you feel better. It's not working and you wonder if you will ever feel happy and content. It's time for a change.
I am Nonbinary Femme who can't wait to meet you. I invite you to join me for a session, virtually or in person: there is space on my couch for you. Relationship issues, communication disconnects, intimacy issues and family disagreements are many reasons why clients find me. Anxiety, Grief, ADHD, Autism and Bipolar 1, 2 are all diagnosis that often come into session with my clients. Although I specialize in relationships, I have yet to find anyone who does not have one relationship that they would not like to talk through, whether with another person, themselves, hobbies, work, play, substances or systems. Join me!
I am Nonbinary Femme who can't wait to meet you. I invite you to join me for a session, virtually or in person: there is space on my couch for you. Relationship issues, communication disconnects, intimacy issues and family disagreements are many reasons why clients find me. Anxiety, Grief, ADHD, Autism and Bipolar 1, 2 are all diagnosis that often come into session with my clients. Although I specialize in relationships, I have yet to find anyone who does not have one relationship that they would not like to talk through, whether with another person, themselves, hobbies, work, play, substances or systems. Join me!
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.
I'm Tina Bimpong, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience. I've had the opportunity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and I’m passionate about making a positive impact on the well-being of my clients. I understand the challenges of living with chemical dependency, anxiety, depression, various forms of abuse, and the immediate and long-term effects of trauma. I recognize that each individual has unique needs, and I treat everyone with respect and dignity. My approach is goal-oriented, results-driven, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, as I have a deep passion for therapy.
I'm Tina Bimpong, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience. I've had the opportunity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and I’m passionate about making a positive impact on the well-being of my clients. I understand the challenges of living with chemical dependency, anxiety, depression, various forms of abuse, and the immediate and long-term effects of trauma. I recognize that each individual has unique needs, and I treat everyone with respect and dignity. My approach is goal-oriented, results-driven, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, as I have a deep passion for therapy.
Your life looks impressive from the outside. You are responsible, an overachiever who is accomplished and driven. However, the thoughts in your head are telling a different story. That voice implies that maybe you’re not good enough and you start thinking about the times you have fallen short. Perfectionism, people pleasing and the need for control is keeping you going, but you’re exhausted! You want to feel loved, connected and seen. You’re having trouble setting boundaries and it’s hard to prioritize your needs.
Your life looks impressive from the outside. You are responsible, an overachiever who is accomplished and driven. However, the thoughts in your head are telling a different story. That voice implies that maybe you’re not good enough and you start thinking about the times you have fallen short. Perfectionism, people pleasing and the need for control is keeping you going, but you’re exhausted! You want to feel loved, connected and seen. You’re having trouble setting boundaries and it’s hard to prioritize your needs.
Zita Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Waitlist for new clients
Having the tools we need to navigate our way through life's challenges is often the key to greater happiness and fulfillment. I believe that human beings start from a place of health and resilience. When we have difficult or traumatic experiences, we can often be sidetracked by self-doubt, anxiety, depression and more. This can make life and relationships feel overwhelming, confusing and at times unmanageable. Therapy provides a safe space to explore and understand ourselves better while also developing the tools we need to move forward. Through this process, we can begin to heal from the past while creating a more intentional future.
Having the tools we need to navigate our way through life's challenges is often the key to greater happiness and fulfillment. I believe that human beings start from a place of health and resilience. When we have difficult or traumatic experiences, we can often be sidetracked by self-doubt, anxiety, depression and more. This can make life and relationships feel overwhelming, confusing and at times unmanageable. Therapy provides a safe space to explore and understand ourselves better while also developing the tools we need to move forward. Through this process, we can begin to heal from the past while creating a more intentional future.
Amelie Yang Custer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Waitlist for new clients
However you show up, my bottom line is to provide a safe, respectful, and validating space where you are listened to without assumptions, judgement, or an agenda. I have diverse practice experiences that taught me to listen beyond words and look beyond appearances. My trainings in art and music allow me to do so with greater agility and accuracy, bringing us closer to your inner voice and shedding light on your inner world. This foundation of human-to-human understanding will help us work together as partners to reach your goals - whether it is healing, growth, self-exploration, or change - with a deep sense of clarity and peace.
However you show up, my bottom line is to provide a safe, respectful, and validating space where you are listened to without assumptions, judgement, or an agenda. I have diverse practice experiences that taught me to listen beyond words and look beyond appearances. My trainings in art and music allow me to do so with greater agility and accuracy, bringing us closer to your inner voice and shedding light on your inner world. This foundation of human-to-human understanding will help us work together as partners to reach your goals - whether it is healing, growth, self-exploration, or change - with a deep sense of clarity and peace.
Sometimes life is challenging: situationally, emotionally, spiritually. Sometimes you can pinpoint the issue; while other times it may be hard to identify, and even more difficult to understand your thoughts, feelings, & everything that comes with them. I believe as a clinician, it is so important to encourage people to feel their feelings with self-compassion. My approach to therapy is empowering, understanding, and direct. I love to encourage and challenge my clients, while meeting them where they are and allowing them to lead me where they want to go. •••
Sometimes life is challenging: situationally, emotionally, spiritually. Sometimes you can pinpoint the issue; while other times it may be hard to identify, and even more difficult to understand your thoughts, feelings, & everything that comes with them. I believe as a clinician, it is so important to encourage people to feel their feelings with self-compassion. My approach to therapy is empowering, understanding, and direct. I love to encourage and challenge my clients, while meeting them where they are and allowing them to lead me where they want to go. •••
Welcome! I’m Ashley Cooke, a licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping you navigate your unique journey toward personal growth and healing. My approach is client-centered, meaning that your experiences, goals, and feelings are at the forefront of our work together. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to support you in finding solutions that resonate with you. Together, we will create a tailored plan that empowers you to overcome challenges and embrace the life you envision. I’m here to listen, guide, and celebrate your progress as you take steps toward living your best life.
Welcome! I’m Ashley Cooke, a licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping you navigate your unique journey toward personal growth and healing. My approach is client-centered, meaning that your experiences, goals, and feelings are at the forefront of our work together. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to support you in finding solutions that resonate with you. Together, we will create a tailored plan that empowers you to overcome challenges and embrace the life you envision. I’m here to listen, guide, and celebrate your progress as you take steps toward living your best life.
DeShanté Nelson is a passionate and dedicated mental health professional who believes in the power of therapy and the therapeutic alliance. She believes in empowering individuals to discover and adopt healthy tools that promote mental and emotional wellness. Her goal as a pre-licensed clinician is to grow as a counselor with a client-centered, trauma-informed, and holistic approach to support individuals with overcoming challenges to live a more fulfilling life.
DeShanté Nelson is a passionate and dedicated mental health professional who believes in the power of therapy and the therapeutic alliance. She believes in empowering individuals to discover and adopt healthy tools that promote mental and emotional wellness. Her goal as a pre-licensed clinician is to grow as a counselor with a client-centered, trauma-informed, and holistic approach to support individuals with overcoming challenges to live a more fulfilling life.
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