Imago Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
Ayla Fleming, Parents of Addicted/MI Adult
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, EMDR-T, CCS
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you a feeling anxious, sad, and overwhelmed about to help your addicted and/or mentally ill loved one? Are you walking on eggshells? Terrified of causing a relapse? Lacking trust, boundaries, and healthy communication? Have you swung between cutting them off and enabling them, more times than you can count? Do you question who you'd be if you stopped trying to "fix" everything and everyone? Is an obsession with your loved one's well-being hurting your other relationships? There is hope! I am an expert in breaking the cycle and learning ways to finally feel helpful...helpful, in ways that do not require abandoning yourself!
Are you a feeling anxious, sad, and overwhelmed about to help your addicted and/or mentally ill loved one? Are you walking on eggshells? Terrified of causing a relapse? Lacking trust, boundaries, and healthy communication? Have you swung between cutting them off and enabling them, more times than you can count? Do you question who you'd be if you stopped trying to "fix" everything and everyone? Is an obsession with your loved one's well-being hurting your other relationships? There is hope! I am an expert in breaking the cycle and learning ways to finally feel helpful...helpful, in ways that do not require abandoning yourself!
Can't figure out WHY things are happening in the way that they are? Struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, focus, or motivation? I provide clinical expertise and accountability to help you create real, lasting change. Whether you're a student juggling deadlines, a professional managing executive functioning challenges, or an adult navigating life transitions, I offer structured tools to help you move forward. I match your effort but won’t work harder than you—because true growth comes from within. My clients reach their goals, gain confidence, and feel ready to move on because we work together with a clear outline.
Can't figure out WHY things are happening in the way that they are? Struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, focus, or motivation? I provide clinical expertise and accountability to help you create real, lasting change. Whether you're a student juggling deadlines, a professional managing executive functioning challenges, or an adult navigating life transitions, I offer structured tools to help you move forward. I match your effort but won’t work harder than you—because true growth comes from within. My clients reach their goals, gain confidence, and feel ready to move on because we work together with a clear outline.
TESTIMONIAL. Prior to meeting Pamela Goffman I was desperately seeking a psychotherapist who could help me with my deep depression and feelings of emptiness and loneliness. For a period of five years I counseled with four different therapists to seek peace in my life. My life was a mess during my five year search, I had hit rock bottom. It had to be divine intervention that lead me to Pamela Goffman. While the four previous therapists talked me through my immediate issue(s), Pamela quickly identified the core of my pain and we began our journey of healing together.
TESTIMONIAL. Prior to meeting Pamela Goffman I was desperately seeking a psychotherapist who could help me with my deep depression and feelings of emptiness and loneliness. For a period of five years I counseled with four different therapists to seek peace in my life. My life was a mess during my five year search, I had hit rock bottom. It had to be divine intervention that lead me to Pamela Goffman. While the four previous therapists talked me through my immediate issue(s), Pamela quickly identified the core of my pain and we began our journey of healing together.
My philosophy of therapeutic work is that you are the expert of your experiences and I simply serve as a guide throughout your journey. I am honored to be in a position where I have the privilege of supporting my community in achieving their goals. This work is a partnership between you and me (maybe even my corgi who makes few appearances and adheres to HIPAA, not to worry). - I partner with a diverse set of individuals, and couples, wanting to work on identity exploration, multicultural acceptance and integration, relationship and intimacy challenges, and generational trauma. Changes are inevitable, transitions are psychological.
My philosophy of therapeutic work is that you are the expert of your experiences and I simply serve as a guide throughout your journey. I am honored to be in a position where I have the privilege of supporting my community in achieving their goals. This work is a partnership between you and me (maybe even my corgi who makes few appearances and adheres to HIPAA, not to worry). - I partner with a diverse set of individuals, and couples, wanting to work on identity exploration, multicultural acceptance and integration, relationship and intimacy challenges, and generational trauma. Changes are inevitable, transitions are psychological.
Laz Baum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Waitlist for new clients
I am an individual, relationship & sex therapist primarily serving LGBTQIA+ clients. I accompany folks in healing from the societal, generational & trauma-based patterns that have helped you survive, but limit your access to authenticity & intimacy. Whether seeking therapy solo or with a partner, I'm here to help you develop tools to understand your defenses, listen to your body & identify your needs - all in service of discovering what helps you access safety & build trust. I'm fat-positive & kink/ace/poly-friendly. I enjoy working with disabled & chronically ill folks. I also love working with fellow healers, artists & activists.
I am an individual, relationship & sex therapist primarily serving LGBTQIA+ clients. I accompany folks in healing from the societal, generational & trauma-based patterns that have helped you survive, but limit your access to authenticity & intimacy. Whether seeking therapy solo or with a partner, I'm here to help you develop tools to understand your defenses, listen to your body & identify your needs - all in service of discovering what helps you access safety & build trust. I'm fat-positive & kink/ace/poly-friendly. I enjoy working with disabled & chronically ill folks. I also love working with fellow healers, artists & activists.
I believe all individuals have inherent skills and wisdom to heal. As a Psychotherapist and Founder of Vida Mental Health, I hope to create a compassionate, collaborative, and trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Our work will be a balance of exploring past experiences and relationships, building new skills to reduce distress, highlighting the strengths you already possess and building confidence, increasing awareness and choice, as well as addressing and normalizing fears.
I believe all individuals have inherent skills and wisdom to heal. As a Psychotherapist and Founder of Vida Mental Health, I hope to create a compassionate, collaborative, and trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Our work will be a balance of exploring past experiences and relationships, building new skills to reduce distress, highlighting the strengths you already possess and building confidence, increasing awareness and choice, as well as addressing and normalizing fears.
I enjoy the diversity of my clients, walking with adults of all ages and backgrounds. In 2011 I turned into the joys of psychotherapy as a second career. I see my main job as listening carefully, mirroring your process with empathy and helping you move toward the goals you set, whether they are about reaching deeper inside or moving into the practical steps you need to take next week. My experience and spirituality are assets you can rely on, but they will not direct your own process of understanding, healing and maturation.
I enjoy the diversity of my clients, walking with adults of all ages and backgrounds. In 2011 I turned into the joys of psychotherapy as a second career. I see my main job as listening carefully, mirroring your process with empathy and helping you move toward the goals you set, whether they are about reaching deeper inside or moving into the practical steps you need to take next week. My experience and spirituality are assets you can rely on, but they will not direct your own process of understanding, healing and maturation.
Your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need a supportive presence to help you explore and affirm your core values, or perhaps you need to be challenged? I can help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, and how you negotiate relationships in love and work. In spite of our super-connected high-tech world, modern life can be fraught with feelings of isolation and loneliness. Everything you need to know in order to live life to its fullest is already inside of you. Let me help you make deeper contact with yourself and others. Pick up the phone and make call me now to get started.
Your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need a supportive presence to help you explore and affirm your core values, or perhaps you need to be challenged? I can help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, and how you negotiate relationships in love and work. In spite of our super-connected high-tech world, modern life can be fraught with feelings of isolation and loneliness. Everything you need to know in order to live life to its fullest is already inside of you. Let me help you make deeper contact with yourself and others. Pick up the phone and make call me now to get started.
Our symptoms—whether anxiety, depression, fear, or unresolved pain—are more than just obstacles; they are messengers. They point to unmet longings and hidden parts of ourselves waiting to be explored. I believe even our most difficult patterns hold a kind of inner intelligence, and that through careful exploration we can find greater meaning in our lives. Together our work will support you in deepening your self-knowledge so that you can uncover new ways to cope with life’s challenges. By weaving your history, feelings, thoughts, and desires into new insight, we'll create a space for healing and possibility to emerge.
Our symptoms—whether anxiety, depression, fear, or unresolved pain—are more than just obstacles; they are messengers. They point to unmet longings and hidden parts of ourselves waiting to be explored. I believe even our most difficult patterns hold a kind of inner intelligence, and that through careful exploration we can find greater meaning in our lives. Together our work will support you in deepening your self-knowledge so that you can uncover new ways to cope with life’s challenges. By weaving your history, feelings, thoughts, and desires into new insight, we'll create a space for healing and possibility to emerge.
At Diversified Psychological Resources, we specialize in neuropsychological assessment, psychotherapy, and consultation. We strive to provide consistent, quality service and compassionate care to all our clients. Our team consists of clinical neuropsychologists and psychotherapists with diverse training and expertise. Our focus is to help individuals find answers to questions about their mental health and brain functioning. We achieve this through a comprehensive assessment and an eclectic, compassionate, and patient-centered therapeutic approach.
At Diversified Psychological Resources, we specialize in neuropsychological assessment, psychotherapy, and consultation. We strive to provide consistent, quality service and compassionate care to all our clients. Our team consists of clinical neuropsychologists and psychotherapists with diverse training and expertise. Our focus is to help individuals find answers to questions about their mental health and brain functioning. We achieve this through a comprehensive assessment and an eclectic, compassionate, and patient-centered therapeutic approach.
I'm Rachael, a therapist in Philly working with couples and individuals. You might be seeking therapy at a time when you feel stuck, confused, frustrated or overwhelmed. My goal is to help you broaden your view of yourself, your relationships and your struggles in order to navigate through them differently.
I specialize in working with anxiety, emotional avoidance, life transitions and working through difficult family relationships. I'm interested in getting curious about the parts of yourself that feel most unlovable.
I'm Rachael, a therapist in Philly working with couples and individuals. You might be seeking therapy at a time when you feel stuck, confused, frustrated or overwhelmed. My goal is to help you broaden your view of yourself, your relationships and your struggles in order to navigate through them differently.
I specialize in working with anxiety, emotional avoidance, life transitions and working through difficult family relationships. I'm interested in getting curious about the parts of yourself that feel most unlovable.
My passion is to work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds that are having a difficult time communicating their feelings and needs. I work closely with my clients to help them discover their innate coping skills while introducing a variety of others.Those that struggle in their relationships; whether it be with work, friends or a loved one, will gain support in creating and setting appropriate boundaries. I provide a space to work through trauma (sexual, racial, familial and work). I also provide clinical supervision for therapists seeking to expand and grow their mental health career
My passion is to work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds that are having a difficult time communicating their feelings and needs. I work closely with my clients to help them discover their innate coping skills while introducing a variety of others.Those that struggle in their relationships; whether it be with work, friends or a loved one, will gain support in creating and setting appropriate boundaries. I provide a space to work through trauma (sexual, racial, familial and work). I also provide clinical supervision for therapists seeking to expand and grow their mental health career
I specialize in guiding clients through life transitions, reducing their trauma and stress using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and building safe and satisfying relationships using the Imago Relationship model.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Struggling with your relationships? We humans are wired for connection. When life's experiences damage those connections, we end up depressed, anxious, angry & unhappy, often turning to unhealthy lifestyles including alcohol, food, drugs & overspending. We suffer & our relationships suffer. Therapy allows time for exploring these disconnections & learning new skills for connecting to ourselves, others & the world, so we can live the life we want. I can help you clarify & work productively with these issues, develop your strengths, & experience a greater overall sense of well-being.
I specialize in guiding clients through life transitions, reducing their trauma and stress using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and building safe and satisfying relationships using the Imago Relationship model.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Struggling with your relationships? We humans are wired for connection. When life's experiences damage those connections, we end up depressed, anxious, angry & unhappy, often turning to unhealthy lifestyles including alcohol, food, drugs & overspending. We suffer & our relationships suffer. Therapy allows time for exploring these disconnections & learning new skills for connecting to ourselves, others & the world, so we can live the life we want. I can help you clarify & work productively with these issues, develop your strengths, & experience a greater overall sense of well-being.
This led her to pursue continued education to become a trained Imago Therapist.
Deborah's career in Addictions Counseling began in 1992 at Eugenia Psychiatric Hospital. Her specialty groups consisted of issues related to addiction, couple's counseling, sexual abuse, eating disorders and anger management.
In 1998 she joined University of Pennsylvania/Hall Mercer in Philadelphia. She was charged in devising a new program for a unique population with mental health issues and substance abuse. She designed and formulated from the ground up. Her main goal is to assist clients in obtaining sobriety, helping to heal broken relationships, engaging actively in thier lives and recognizing new possibilities.
This led her to pursue continued education to become a trained Imago Therapist.
Deborah's career in Addictions Counseling began in 1992 at Eugenia Psychiatric Hospital. Her specialty groups consisted of issues related to addiction, couple's counseling, sexual abuse, eating disorders and anger management.
In 1998 she joined University of Pennsylvania/Hall Mercer in Philadelphia. She was charged in devising a new program for a unique population with mental health issues and substance abuse. She designed and formulated from the ground up. Her main goal is to assist clients in obtaining sobriety, helping to heal broken relationships, engaging actively in thier lives and recognizing new possibilities.
The Center for Growth/Sex Therapy in Philadelphia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CAS, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Additionally, she is a certified Imago Therapist, and board certified Sexologist and Sex Therapist.
Alex Caroline Robboy, CAS, MSW, ACSW, LCSW is the founder of the Center for Growth Inc, a 30 + therapist group practice in 4 states. She has 20+ years of experience working with children and adults who are struggling to overcome sexual disorders, postpartum depression, grief, panic, chronic pain, depression, anger, anxiety, shame. trauma, tourettes and addiction. She focuses on individuals, couples and family therapy. Therapists at Alex's practice are able to see clients for as low as 50$. You cam self schedule online at her website.
Additionally, she is a certified Imago Therapist, and board certified Sexologist and Sex Therapist.
Alex Caroline Robboy, CAS, MSW, ACSW, LCSW is the founder of the Center for Growth Inc, a 30 + therapist group practice in 4 states. She has 20+ years of experience working with children and adults who are struggling to overcome sexual disorders, postpartum depression, grief, panic, chronic pain, depression, anger, anxiety, shame. trauma, tourettes and addiction. She focuses on individuals, couples and family therapy. Therapists at Alex's practice are able to see clients for as low as 50$. You cam self schedule online at her website.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a collaborative and direct approach. I will help you to embrace and recognize your strengths, while finding healthy ways to change or cope with the parts of your life that aren't working as well as you'd like. I'm a firm believer in compassion, empathy and the power of a solid therapeutic relationship. While I work with clients on a variety of mental health concerns, I specialize in helping many overcome depression/anxiety, improve personal relationships and better understand their path to meaningful personal growth and overall greater happiness.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a collaborative and direct approach. I will help you to embrace and recognize your strengths, while finding healthy ways to change or cope with the parts of your life that aren't working as well as you'd like. I'm a firm believer in compassion, empathy and the power of a solid therapeutic relationship. While I work with clients on a variety of mental health concerns, I specialize in helping many overcome depression/anxiety, improve personal relationships and better understand their path to meaningful personal growth and overall greater happiness.
Pamela Schade, LPC, Board Certified
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Thanks for visiting my practice and you’re on your way to getting perspective & relief. Sometimes its hard to set goals or to know the answers to your problems. My eclectic and direct approach to therapy allows you to process what’s bothering you. It’s about naming your problem, learning to deal with it, and claiming your freedom by unshackling yourself from the delusions of beliefs such as helplessness or self doubt. I offer professional counseling to individuals, couples, and families. Your issue might be an addiction, anxiety, grief & loss, depression, lack of motivation, procrastination, conflicts, life transitions, or trauma.
Thanks for visiting my practice and you’re on your way to getting perspective & relief. Sometimes its hard to set goals or to know the answers to your problems. My eclectic and direct approach to therapy allows you to process what’s bothering you. It’s about naming your problem, learning to deal with it, and claiming your freedom by unshackling yourself from the delusions of beliefs such as helplessness or self doubt. I offer professional counseling to individuals, couples, and families. Your issue might be an addiction, anxiety, grief & loss, depression, lack of motivation, procrastination, conflicts, life transitions, or trauma.
I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and a Certified Clinician for Partners of Sex Addicts.
Relationships are my expertise, especially issues of broken trust, communication, intimacy and addiction. Perfect partners don't exist, but intimate partnerships should be a safe haven of affection and support. Whether you are dating or engaged, married or contemplating divorce, "straight" or LGBTQIA, monogamous, poly, kinky or vanilla, Millenial or retired, you CAN restore safety, trust and joyful connection! With 40+ years of clinical experience, my toolbox is full of skills and concepts to take your relationship from struggling to strong! Telehealth only. No insurance accepted, but receipts are provided for OON use.
I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and a Certified Clinician for Partners of Sex Addicts.
Relationships are my expertise, especially issues of broken trust, communication, intimacy and addiction. Perfect partners don't exist, but intimate partnerships should be a safe haven of affection and support. Whether you are dating or engaged, married or contemplating divorce, "straight" or LGBTQIA, monogamous, poly, kinky or vanilla, Millenial or retired, you CAN restore safety, trust and joyful connection! With 40+ years of clinical experience, my toolbox is full of skills and concepts to take your relationship from struggling to strong! Telehealth only. No insurance accepted, but receipts are provided for OON use.
Licensed in Texas, NJ, PA -My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, narrative therapy, existential, and psycho-dynamic. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you to thrive now!
Licensed in Texas, NJ, PA -My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, narrative therapy, existential, and psycho-dynamic. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you to thrive now!
Aporia Group LLC: Deborah Blastic and Ian Sill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Philadelphia, PA 19147
We specialize in addressing substance misuse, practice Imago Relationship Therapy for couples, and work with problem gambling issues.
Our treatment is holistic; every aspect of your life is important. How life is affected by addiction, and what it looks like without it, is daunting beyond the prospect of just stopping. But beyond addiction there are new possibilities, and treatment is meant to explore how life can be different.
We specialize in addressing substance misuse, practice Imago Relationship Therapy for couples, and work with problem gambling issues.
Our treatment is holistic; every aspect of your life is important. How life is affected by addiction, and what it looks like without it, is daunting beyond the prospect of just stopping. But beyond addiction there are new possibilities, and treatment is meant to explore how life can be different.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.