Schema Therapy in Philadelphia, PA
Welcome! Your journey towards healing, self-discovery and improved quality of life begins now! My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space to chat, explore, heal and grow. Let's face it...life is hard. I want to help you, help yourself. You have the power to change your narrative, despite all the hardships life is constantly throwing at you. I take a genuine, raw, and compassionate approach to supporting you in improving your quality of life, finding meaning and accepting things out of your control.
Welcome! Your journey towards healing, self-discovery and improved quality of life begins now! My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space to chat, explore, heal and grow. Let's face it...life is hard. I want to help you, help yourself. You have the power to change your narrative, despite all the hardships life is constantly throwing at you. I take a genuine, raw, and compassionate approach to supporting you in improving your quality of life, finding meaning and accepting things out of your control.
I’m an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist dedicated to providing culturally responsive, inclusive, and trauma-informed care. My areas of expertise include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, insomnia, sexual health, ADHD, and interpersonal relationship difficulties.
I’m an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist dedicated to providing culturally responsive, inclusive, and trauma-informed care. My areas of expertise include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, insomnia, sexual health, ADHD, and interpersonal relationship difficulties.
You may feel uncertain, grasping for control, or taunted by thoughts that seek resolution, return to what cannot be undone, or resist settling into rest. I work with individuals seeking treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, and difficult life adjustments. Many of my clients are thoughtful and engaged in life, yet find themselves caught in patterns of fear, doubt, or distress. My approach is grounded in a rigorous scientific framework while remaining approachable and attentive to your individual experience. Treatment is collaborative and carefully paced to foster safe and steady change.
You may feel uncertain, grasping for control, or taunted by thoughts that seek resolution, return to what cannot be undone, or resist settling into rest. I work with individuals seeking treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, and difficult life adjustments. Many of my clients are thoughtful and engaged in life, yet find themselves caught in patterns of fear, doubt, or distress. My approach is grounded in a rigorous scientific framework while remaining approachable and attentive to your individual experience. Treatment is collaborative and carefully paced to foster safe and steady change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals through career transitions, relationship struggles, dual diagnoses, and personal growth. My own journey of healing and self-discovery has shaped the way I guide others today, and I believe the best teachers are often those who were once students of their own healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals through career transitions, relationship struggles, dual diagnoses, and personal growth. My own journey of healing and self-discovery has shaped the way I guide others today, and I believe the best teachers are often those who were once students of their own healing.
I see therapy as a meaningful step toward understanding yourself, growing and making meaningful changes. In my experience, there is no one-size-fits all approach, so it can take different shapes and forms depending on your needs. Together, we can work to better understand your patterns, identify what may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical tools that align with your values and goals. Whether you're looking to build self-awareness, strengthen your relationships, change unwanted habits, process past traumas, better manage your stress or simply feel better emotionally - I am here to help!
I see therapy as a meaningful step toward understanding yourself, growing and making meaningful changes. In my experience, there is no one-size-fits all approach, so it can take different shapes and forms depending on your needs. Together, we can work to better understand your patterns, identify what may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical tools that align with your values and goals. Whether you're looking to build self-awareness, strengthen your relationships, change unwanted habits, process past traumas, better manage your stress or simply feel better emotionally - I am here to help!
The way you tell your story to yourself matters. - Amy Cuddy We each have a story to tell & that story creates how we see ourselves, how we interact with the world around us, & how we manage the challenges life places in front of us. Our personal story matters & we can change and shape our story through the therapeutic process. I utilized eclectic approach including Narrative & Trauma techniques to increase people's ability to have insight & self-awareness. I am also trained in expressive art therapies using Archetype imagery such as tarot & oracle cards. I am Pagan & alt. spirituality friendly.
The way you tell your story to yourself matters. - Amy Cuddy We each have a story to tell & that story creates how we see ourselves, how we interact with the world around us, & how we manage the challenges life places in front of us. Our personal story matters & we can change and shape our story through the therapeutic process. I utilized eclectic approach including Narrative & Trauma techniques to increase people's ability to have insight & self-awareness. I am also trained in expressive art therapies using Archetype imagery such as tarot & oracle cards. I am Pagan & alt. spirituality friendly.
Joseph Gary Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MEd, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
I have trained in several ways to treat trauma.: EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, DBT-PE, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy. I can work with clients who are experiecing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, ASD and other diagnoses. I've worked with clients across the lifespan from two to seventy five years old. I work with individuals and groups. Soon couples and families (this year. Not yet).
I have trained in several ways to treat trauma.: EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, DBT-PE, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy. I can work with clients who are experiecing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, ASD and other diagnoses. I've worked with clients across the lifespan from two to seventy five years old. I work with individuals and groups. Soon couples and families (this year. Not yet).
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just stuck? Life can be demanding, and it’s common to feel pressure to “keep it together” while quietly struggling on the inside with stress, overthinking, or self-doubt. You may find yourself people-pleasing, being overly self-critical, or navigating a life transition and unsure where to start. I provide a warm and supportive, space where teens and adults can feel safe exploring what’s beneath the surface. Together, we work through high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, and the emotional weight that often comes with balancing life, relationships and personal expectations.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just stuck? Life can be demanding, and it’s common to feel pressure to “keep it together” while quietly struggling on the inside with stress, overthinking, or self-doubt. You may find yourself people-pleasing, being overly self-critical, or navigating a life transition and unsure where to start. I provide a warm and supportive, space where teens and adults can feel safe exploring what’s beneath the surface. Together, we work through high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, and the emotional weight that often comes with balancing life, relationships and personal expectations.
Naomi is a clinical social work and sex therapist who works with clients experiencing a wide variety of mental health and sexuality challenges. She is client-centered, trauma-informed, and collaborates readily with clients to help them achieve their goals, find sexual freedom, feel empowered by their choices, and develop deep insights. As a queer-identified person, she enjoys working with folks of all genders and sexualities and specializes in working with ethically non-monogamous partnerships.
Naomi is a clinical social work and sex therapist who works with clients experiencing a wide variety of mental health and sexuality challenges. She is client-centered, trauma-informed, and collaborates readily with clients to help them achieve their goals, find sexual freedom, feel empowered by their choices, and develop deep insights. As a queer-identified person, she enjoys working with folks of all genders and sexualities and specializes in working with ethically non-monogamous partnerships.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, systemic thinker, and Certified Sex Therapist with 20+ years of experience, I work with clients who are curious and open to meaningful change, even if they feel stuck or uncertain. You might be facing relationship stress, emotional disconnection, or sexual concerns that are hard to name. Whether you come as an individual or a couple, I offer a space grounded in compassion and collaboration. Together, we’ll explore what’s shaped your story and work toward greater clarity, connection, and authenticity.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, systemic thinker, and Certified Sex Therapist with 20+ years of experience, I work with clients who are curious and open to meaningful change, even if they feel stuck or uncertain. You might be facing relationship stress, emotional disconnection, or sexual concerns that are hard to name. Whether you come as an individual or a couple, I offer a space grounded in compassion and collaboration. Together, we’ll explore what’s shaped your story and work toward greater clarity, connection, and authenticity.
I am certified in EMDR (trauma processing therapy) and am working towards certification in Schema therapy.
If you're scrolling therapists on this website, you're probably curious about therapy and if it can be a benefit to you. Experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, stress are all part of the human experience, but sometimes it can become too much and we can no longer do the things we want to do because of these symptoms. If you're looking for someone who won't BS you with 'pinterest therapy', will take the time to listen and deeply understand your issues, and work with you as a team to address and resolve them, then we will be a good fit for each other. I am also available for supervision towards clinical licensure.
I am certified in EMDR (trauma processing therapy) and am working towards certification in Schema therapy.
If you're scrolling therapists on this website, you're probably curious about therapy and if it can be a benefit to you. Experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, stress are all part of the human experience, but sometimes it can become too much and we can no longer do the things we want to do because of these symptoms. If you're looking for someone who won't BS you with 'pinterest therapy', will take the time to listen and deeply understand your issues, and work with you as a team to address and resolve them, then we will be a good fit for each other. I am also available for supervision towards clinical licensure.
So, the main question: what do you have to GAIN, not lose? Being real: therapy takes courage. However, therapy brings results. Therapy is usually the single best investment you will make for your health. I have had the privilege of supporting numerous people find their way from pain and suffering to growth and hope. I pride myself on being welcoming by using humor and warmth to help your first steps be as smooth as possible. I also am well-balanced in being a listening ear while also providing practical tools. I am here to let you know that RADICAL change and healing is VERY possible, I promise. Let's talk...
So, the main question: what do you have to GAIN, not lose? Being real: therapy takes courage. However, therapy brings results. Therapy is usually the single best investment you will make for your health. I have had the privilege of supporting numerous people find their way from pain and suffering to growth and hope. I pride myself on being welcoming by using humor and warmth to help your first steps be as smooth as possible. I also am well-balanced in being a listening ear while also providing practical tools. I am here to let you know that RADICAL change and healing is VERY possible, I promise. Let's talk...
Let's be honest - proper therapy is hard work, especially considering the systemic harm we are experiencing in the present.
As a therapist working from an anti-capitalist perspective, I am an optimist, and I believe that while societal pressures complicate our lives, we all have the potential to find meaning and purpose according to our values. I know for a fact that a different, better world can and will exist. Part of the path to creating a better world is unlearning what capitalism has taught us.
Let's be honest - proper therapy is hard work, especially considering the systemic harm we are experiencing in the present.
As a therapist working from an anti-capitalist perspective, I am an optimist, and I believe that while societal pressures complicate our lives, we all have the potential to find meaning and purpose according to our values. I know for a fact that a different, better world can and will exist. Part of the path to creating a better world is unlearning what capitalism has taught us.
I have been a practicing psychologist since 2008. I prioritize using evidenced based methods and interventions in order to help you improve your mood, overcome fears or enhance your relationships. I have been trained in CBT, mindfulness based therapeutic approaches and a variety of empirically supported treatments. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety related disorders and depression.
I have been a practicing psychologist since 2008. I prioritize using evidenced based methods and interventions in order to help you improve your mood, overcome fears or enhance your relationships. I have been trained in CBT, mindfulness based therapeutic approaches and a variety of empirically supported treatments. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety related disorders and depression.
Aaron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, ACM-SW
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex emotional and relational challenges, including substance use, personality disorders, suicidality, self-harm, depression, and chronic relapse. I’m particularly committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and those seeking to understand the deeper patterns shaping their relationships, emotions, and sense of self.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex emotional and relational challenges, including substance use, personality disorders, suicidality, self-harm, depression, and chronic relapse. I’m particularly committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and those seeking to understand the deeper patterns shaping their relationships, emotions, and sense of self.
Confidential consultations by phone or internet video.
Confidential consultations by phone or internet video.
You are recognizing a need for change. You may be here because you overthink constantly, spiral into worst-case scenarios, feel "stuck" and react and respond to situations from your heightened emotions. You may find it hard to identify what you’re deeply feeling, often looking externally for validation and reassurance. You may struggle in interpersonal relationships, finding it hard to trust, get your needs met and feel worthy of love and connection. You might crave approval from others while also being highly sensitive to rejection. You are exhausted and want to get out of this cycle.
You are recognizing a need for change. You may be here because you overthink constantly, spiral into worst-case scenarios, feel "stuck" and react and respond to situations from your heightened emotions. You may find it hard to identify what you’re deeply feeling, often looking externally for validation and reassurance. You may struggle in interpersonal relationships, finding it hard to trust, get your needs met and feel worthy of love and connection. You might crave approval from others while also being highly sensitive to rejection. You are exhausted and want to get out of this cycle.
As a potential client, I am interested in learning what it is you want and need, as well as your goals and how you believe a therapist may be of help to you. Then I can explain to you more details about how I might conceptualize your treatment, and come to an understanding together just how we can best proceed to improve your health. I am trained and experienced in the following modalities: Mindfulness based cognitive-behavioral therapy, schema therapy, trauma processing (EMDR), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic therapy, and pain management. I look forward to speaking with you soon.
As a potential client, I am interested in learning what it is you want and need, as well as your goals and how you believe a therapist may be of help to you. Then I can explain to you more details about how I might conceptualize your treatment, and come to an understanding together just how we can best proceed to improve your health. I am trained and experienced in the following modalities: Mindfulness based cognitive-behavioral therapy, schema therapy, trauma processing (EMDR), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic therapy, and pain management. I look forward to speaking with you soon.
I am a master’s-level associate licensed counselor trained in CBT at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I integrate feminist theory, ACT, IFS, narrative, and mindfulness-based approaches in my work. My ideal clients are individuals seeking a safe, affirming space to explore their identities and the parts of life that may feel difficult or taboo to discuss. I work with clients navigating their concerns, anxiety, relational patterns, and values with collaboration, transparency, and active client participation in treatment.
I am a master’s-level associate licensed counselor trained in CBT at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I integrate feminist theory, ACT, IFS, narrative, and mindfulness-based approaches in my work. My ideal clients are individuals seeking a safe, affirming space to explore their identities and the parts of life that may feel difficult or taboo to discuss. I work with clients navigating their concerns, anxiety, relational patterns, and values with collaboration, transparency, and active client participation in treatment.
Therapy with me looks like co-creating a non-judgmental space where thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be explored. I believe in the healing power of relationships and seek to build ones with clients where they feel safe to be open and honest, even about their experience of the treatment itself. I work best with folks who are interested in deepening their emotional experience and exploring the inner workings of their minds, within the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship. I identify and empathize with the unique barriers faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, and welcome clients from all gender and sexual identities.
Therapy with me looks like co-creating a non-judgmental space where thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be explored. I believe in the healing power of relationships and seek to build ones with clients where they feel safe to be open and honest, even about their experience of the treatment itself. I work best with folks who are interested in deepening their emotional experience and exploring the inner workings of their minds, within the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship. I identify and empathize with the unique barriers faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, and welcome clients from all gender and sexual identities.
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Schema Therapy Therapists
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognizing and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.