Forensic Psychology Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

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Brittany Blythe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania and the founder of Blythe Wellness. I provide compassionate telehealth counseling services designed to meet you wherever you are. With a Master’s degree from Rosemont College and over ten years of experience in behavioral health, I’m dedicated to supporting adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania and the founder of Blythe Wellness. I provide compassionate telehealth counseling services designed to meet you wherever you are. With a Master’s degree from Rosemont College and over ten years of experience in behavioral health, I’m dedicated to supporting adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
(484) 601-5888 View (484) 601-5888
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Lowey Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Lowey Psychological Services is a group psychology practice where experienced clinicians have been offering therapy and comprehensive psychological assessments in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. We provide psychotherapy, medication management, and psychological evaluations. The therapists at Lowey Psychological Services all have differing educational backgrounds and therapeutic styles, but the common theme is that we are all focused on heightening each client's overall happiness. We see the pain caused by depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship turmoil as an opportunity for growth and change.
Lowey Psychological Services is a group psychology practice where experienced clinicians have been offering therapy and comprehensive psychological assessments in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. We provide psychotherapy, medication management, and psychological evaluations. The therapists at Lowey Psychological Services all have differing educational backgrounds and therapeutic styles, but the common theme is that we are all focused on heightening each client's overall happiness. We see the pain caused by depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship turmoil as an opportunity for growth and change.
(215) 839-1259 View (215) 839-1259
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Andrew Coyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Before my move to Thriveworks, I worked in the Philadelphia area with underprivileged individuals, providing positive and compassionate care to clients. My clinical experience has demonstrated my ability to build positive therapeutic relationships with clients of all ages and backgrounds. This clinical expertise has helped my clients reach their therapeutic goals, specifically with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, ADHD, familial stressors, and Autism.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Before my move to Thriveworks, I worked in the Philadelphia area with underprivileged individuals, providing positive and compassionate care to clients. My clinical experience has demonstrated my ability to build positive therapeutic relationships with clients of all ages and backgrounds. This clinical expertise has helped my clients reach their therapeutic goals, specifically with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, ADHD, familial stressors, and Autism.
(855) 303-0238 View (855) 303-0238
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Evergreen Counseling and Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LPC
Philadelphia, PA 19118
We welcome you to Evergreen! We are a private practice group of compassionate and skilled Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. We understand it's not easy to open up to someone you don't know, but we strive to make your experience as easy and comfortable as possible. We are here to support you, to help develop workable solutions, and to improve overall health and well-being. We know that change and happiness are possible. You don't have to struggle; help is available. Our office staff are here and want to hear from you.
We welcome you to Evergreen! We are a private practice group of compassionate and skilled Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. We understand it's not easy to open up to someone you don't know, but we strive to make your experience as easy and comfortable as possible. We are here to support you, to help develop workable solutions, and to improve overall health and well-being. We know that change and happiness are possible. You don't have to struggle; help is available. Our office staff are here and want to hear from you.
(215) 392-6685 View (215) 392-6685
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Robert Buchhofer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP II, CMIP
Online Only
We are all living through an incredibly stressful and difficult time. My goal is to offer a safe space to discuss issues and thought patterns that maybe preventing you from living your best life. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing depression, grief/loss issues, those recently diagnosed with illness or long term diagnosis, suicide loss survivors, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, family/relationship issues, mood disorders, adolescents involved with the legal system; LGBTQI+ coming out and internalized shame and active military/veteran issues.
We are all living through an incredibly stressful and difficult time. My goal is to offer a safe space to discuss issues and thought patterns that maybe preventing you from living your best life. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing depression, grief/loss issues, those recently diagnosed with illness or long term diagnosis, suicide loss survivors, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, family/relationship issues, mood disorders, adolescents involved with the legal system; LGBTQI+ coming out and internalized shame and active military/veteran issues.
(215) 234-7336 View (215) 234-7336
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Nichelle Linder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LBS, LPC, LPCMH
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can get overwhelming and you feel like you're in it alone. I meet you where you are at by viewing your needs as they are. I'm client centered and together we'll work. I've been in this field since 2009 as a professional helper, and started out working w/ children, pre-teens, adolescence (i.e., foster care, adoption, behavioral and emotional, and autism); then expanded into working w/ adults (i.e., SMI population, forensic population, criminal justice involve population, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, OCD, anger management, life transitions, thinking disorders). I want to empower you to help you overcome obstacles.
Life can get overwhelming and you feel like you're in it alone. I meet you where you are at by viewing your needs as they are. I'm client centered and together we'll work. I've been in this field since 2009 as a professional helper, and started out working w/ children, pre-teens, adolescence (i.e., foster care, adoption, behavioral and emotional, and autism); then expanded into working w/ adults (i.e., SMI population, forensic population, criminal justice involve population, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, OCD, anger management, life transitions, thinking disorders). I want to empower you to help you overcome obstacles.
(215) 544-2936 View (215) 544-2936
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Barry Zakireh
Psychologist, PhD
Philadelphia, PA 19103
My client and service focus is on individuals or entities seeking treatment, psychological evaluations, risk assessment, expert witness representation, and related services for sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, sexual victimization, or trauma. Other areas of specialty include assessment of violence; standards of professional practice; program development; supervision and training of forensic practitioners; treatment or supervision of professionals and clergy with sexual misconduct; pretrial defendants; juveniles delinquency and sexual offending; and supervision or training of clinical personnel involved in various relevant psychological, civil, or criminal justice interventions. Also, I have extensive training in treatment of general psychological conditions as well as providing psychological and psycho-educational evaluations.
My client and service focus is on individuals or entities seeking treatment, psychological evaluations, risk assessment, expert witness representation, and related services for sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, sexual victimization, or trauma. Other areas of specialty include assessment of violence; standards of professional practice; program development; supervision and training of forensic practitioners; treatment or supervision of professionals and clergy with sexual misconduct; pretrial defendants; juveniles delinquency and sexual offending; and supervision or training of clinical personnel involved in various relevant psychological, civil, or criminal justice interventions. Also, I have extensive training in treatment of general psychological conditions as well as providing psychological and psycho-educational evaluations.
(267) 871-9901 View (267) 871-9901
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Dr. Tanya H. Hess
Psychologist, PhD
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been working in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. Prior to PA, I worked with patients in east Tennessee and in Atlanta. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, Veterans issues, those in healing fields, and family systems. For many patients, therapy can be a place to gain better understanding of the thoughts, wishes, fears, and anxieties that can motivate, or inhibit, us all.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been working in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. Prior to PA, I worked with patients in east Tennessee and in Atlanta. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, Veterans issues, those in healing fields, and family systems. For many patients, therapy can be a place to gain better understanding of the thoughts, wishes, fears, and anxieties that can motivate, or inhibit, us all.
(215) 600-3687 View (215) 600-3687
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Estadt Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
We are a group of psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD and therapy in German, Hebrew, Korean, and Spanish.
We are a group of psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD and therapy in German, Hebrew, Korean, and Spanish.
(610) 915-8919 View (610) 915-8919
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Ellie Mental Health Philadelphia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Ellie Mental Health is the perfect practice for someone seeking individual therapy to address personal struggles related to grief, trauma, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, as well as those experiencing life transitions or general life stressors at any level. Clients will receive personalized care from clinicians who understand the importance of a treatment plan that’s tailored to their needs, have diverse expertise, and utilize an inclusive approach that integrates multiple therapeutic techniques tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Ellie Mental Health is the perfect practice for someone seeking individual therapy to address personal struggles related to grief, trauma, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, as well as those experiencing life transitions or general life stressors at any level. Clients will receive personalized care from clinicians who understand the importance of a treatment plan that’s tailored to their needs, have diverse expertise, and utilize an inclusive approach that integrates multiple therapeutic techniques tailored to each client’s unique needs.
(484) 878-4325 View (484) 878-4325
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Yolo Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our practice works with Black clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress management to process the origins of their concerns through a racially-sensitive lens. We also work with adult clients seeking to improve their relationships with self and others by helping them understand and process the impact of historical and generational racial trauma on their relationships with themselves, their families, their friends, and their partners.
Our practice works with Black clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress management to process the origins of their concerns through a racially-sensitive lens. We also work with adult clients seeking to improve their relationships with self and others by helping them understand and process the impact of historical and generational racial trauma on their relationships with themselves, their families, their friends, and their partners.
(412) 419-0980 View (412) 419-0980
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The Drexel Psychological Services Center (PSC) is a training facility dedicated to providing high-quality, cutting-edge, affordable psychological services to residents of all ages in the Philadelphia area. Our doctoral student clinicians are expertly-trained and supervised by licensed professionals in Drexel University's Department of Psychology. Assessments are conducted on an individual basis. Therapies may be offered in various formats such as individual, group or family. The format will depend on your needs and the treatment protocols being administered. We strive to be culturally sensitive and value the similarities and differences among all the people we serve.
The Drexel Psychological Services Center (PSC) is a training facility dedicated to providing high-quality, cutting-edge, affordable psychological services to residents of all ages in the Philadelphia area. Our doctoral student clinicians are expertly-trained and supervised by licensed professionals in Drexel University's Department of Psychology. Assessments are conducted on an individual basis. Therapies may be offered in various formats such as individual, group or family. The format will depend on your needs and the treatment protocols being administered. We strive to be culturally sensitive and value the similarities and differences among all the people we serve.
(215) 553-7128 View (215) 553-7128
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Michael E Keesler
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Teletherapy openings available for individuals and couples ... I believe most people are doing their best, with the tools they have, for themselves and those they care about. Making changes may mean adapting old tools, acquiring new ones, or a combination of the two. In my practice we do that with a mixture of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and - especially for couples - Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Teletherapy openings available for individuals and couples ... I believe most people are doing their best, with the tools they have, for themselves and those they care about. Making changes may mean adapting old tools, acquiring new ones, or a combination of the two. In my practice we do that with a mixture of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and - especially for couples - Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
(215) 437-0632 View (215) 437-0632
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Jacara Reid
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19151
Ideal clients have difficulties with boundaries and trauma. They want to be able to have better relationships and process their trauma.
Ideal clients have difficulties with boundaries and trauma. They want to be able to have better relationships and process their trauma.
(610) 440-4121 View (610) 440-4121
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Kelly Mcguigan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Great to meet you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of experience working with clients to help them feel empowered to make positive changes in their lives. It is important to me to make you feel heard and not judged. I will help you stay accountable to your desired goals and walk beside you on this journey.
Great to meet you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of experience working with clients to help them feel empowered to make positive changes in their lives. It is important to me to make you feel heard and not judged. I will help you stay accountable to your desired goals and walk beside you on this journey.
(267) 458-4496 View (267) 458-4496
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Equilibria Psychological & Consultation Services
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, LPC
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Since 2005, Equilibria Psychological and Consultation Services has provided a safe and supportive space for children, teens, adults, couples, and families in the Philadelphia area. Our team of psychologists and mental health professionals use evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate emotional, social, behavioral, and relationship challenges. We offer therapy, consultation, and assessment services, working together to help clients achieve growth, insight, and lasting change.
Since 2005, Equilibria Psychological and Consultation Services has provided a safe and supportive space for children, teens, adults, couples, and families in the Philadelphia area. Our team of psychologists and mental health professionals use evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate emotional, social, behavioral, and relationship challenges. We offer therapy, consultation, and assessment services, working together to help clients achieve growth, insight, and lasting change.
(267) 861-3685 View (267) 861-3685
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Twana Melody Wood-Schultz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19131
My name is Dr. Mel. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. Helping others has been my greatest accomplishment. I utilize a creative, holistic focus to treatment which motivates clients to take an active role in their healing. In addition to an holistic approach, I also encourage empowerment and solution-focused tools to help individuals on their journey to healing and establishing a balanced life.
My name is Dr. Mel. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. Helping others has been my greatest accomplishment. I utilize a creative, holistic focus to treatment which motivates clients to take an active role in their healing. In addition to an holistic approach, I also encourage empowerment and solution-focused tools to help individuals on their journey to healing and establishing a balanced life.
(610) 871-5571 View (610) 871-5571
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Alternative Psychotherapy Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, BCPC, BCC, NCC
Online Only
Using a brief and cognitive therapy approach, I specialize is working with individuals, couples, marriage counseling, and families for issues of relationship problems, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma informed treatment, decision making, assertiveness skills, adjusting to new situations and the emotions and decisions that come along with it. I am a licensed professional counselor in PA, NJ, and DE and offer evidence-based treatments, clinical supervision for new counselors in obtaining their license, and I am a Board Certified Executive Coach. I also offer consultation within the realm of career, work, and future planning.
Using a brief and cognitive therapy approach, I specialize is working with individuals, couples, marriage counseling, and families for issues of relationship problems, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma informed treatment, decision making, assertiveness skills, adjusting to new situations and the emotions and decisions that come along with it. I am a licensed professional counselor in PA, NJ, and DE and offer evidence-based treatments, clinical supervision for new counselors in obtaining their license, and I am a Board Certified Executive Coach. I also offer consultation within the realm of career, work, and future planning.
(215) 883-9410 View (215) 883-9410
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Joyce Livingston
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19153
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.
(484) 214-2179 View (484) 214-2179
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Julia Weinberg
Psychologist, JD, PhD
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Clinical Services: Couples counseling, psychotherapy, evaluation, coaching for self-advocacy & other skills, and business consultation to address group conflict. Consultation for mental health providers: clinical supervision; peer consultation; 2nd opinion. Forensic Services: Evaluations, record review, & expert testimony for civil and criminal proceedings.
Clinical Services: Couples counseling, psychotherapy, evaluation, coaching for self-advocacy & other skills, and business consultation to address group conflict. Consultation for mental health providers: clinical supervision; peer consultation; 2nd opinion. Forensic Services: Evaluations, record review, & expert testimony for civil and criminal proceedings.
(215) 839-1097 View (215) 839-1097

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Forensic Psychology Therapists

How does forensic psychology work?

Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.

Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?

Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.

Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?

In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.

How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?

The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.