Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Philipsburg, PA
I draw from various therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and a person-centered approach because I believe that you hold the wisdom and strength within you to create the change you desire.
You learned early on that you’re only “good” if you’re happy or helping. Everyone else around you could be angry or sad or upset, but the minute you had feelings, you were the “bad kid.” That something was wrong with you if you did. You learned to be the “happy kid” or at least “the quiet kid” to feel loved. You keep trying to be seen by taking care of what everyone else needs while sacrificing what you need. And now, you just feel disconnected from the people who were supposed to care. Whether it's parenting, partnership, or just life itself, it can feel like everyone else is allowed to feel what they feel—except you.
I draw from various therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and a person-centered approach because I believe that you hold the wisdom and strength within you to create the change you desire.
You learned early on that you’re only “good” if you’re happy or helping. Everyone else around you could be angry or sad or upset, but the minute you had feelings, you were the “bad kid.” That something was wrong with you if you did. You learned to be the “happy kid” or at least “the quiet kid” to feel loved. You keep trying to be seen by taking care of what everyone else needs while sacrificing what you need. And now, you just feel disconnected from the people who were supposed to care. Whether it's parenting, partnership, or just life itself, it can feel like everyone else is allowed to feel what they feel—except you.
Finding peace, feeling heard and being understood is something each person deserves! Trauma exists in many forms and most of us have experienced it in some form or another. Whether you are looking to improve your quality of life or start your journey towards healing from trauma, I would be honored to be part of that process for you! I offer space for you to explore and express yourself in a safe and judgment free environment. If you are looking to feel heard and accepted, regardless of your circumstances, my goal is to offer you that opportunity. Any age, any stage of life, any circumstances!
Finding peace, feeling heard and being understood is something each person deserves! Trauma exists in many forms and most of us have experienced it in some form or another. Whether you are looking to improve your quality of life or start your journey towards healing from trauma, I would be honored to be part of that process for you! I offer space for you to explore and express yourself in a safe and judgment free environment. If you are looking to feel heard and accepted, regardless of your circumstances, my goal is to offer you that opportunity. Any age, any stage of life, any circumstances!
I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as a starting point with these issues.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps clients develop acceptance of symptoms while pursuing life goals. Ecotherapy helps clients reestablish innate connections with nature and thereby offers a wider perspective for understanding and resolving problems. Three Stage Trauma Therapy is specifically designed to help clients find safety, process traumatic memories, and reconnect with the world.
I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as a starting point with these issues.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps clients develop acceptance of symptoms while pursuing life goals. Ecotherapy helps clients reestablish innate connections with nature and thereby offers a wider perspective for understanding and resolving problems. Three Stage Trauma Therapy is specifically designed to help clients find safety, process traumatic memories, and reconnect with the world.
I do a lot of work with ACT, CBT, and DBT to address depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar disorders, personality disorders and trauma and other mental and emotional health concerns.
Hi, I'm Dionne. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, life transitions, depression, self-worth issues, and emotional overwhelm.
My approach to therapy goes beyond simply managing symptoms. I believe many of our struggles are rooted in deeper core beliefs, attachment wounds, past experiences, and patterns we develop in order to survive difficult seasons of life. Together, we'll work to better understand those patterns, heal the underlying wounds, and help you reconnect with a stronger, healthier version of yourself.
I do a lot of work with ACT, CBT, and DBT to address depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar disorders, personality disorders and trauma and other mental and emotional health concerns.
Hi, I'm Dionne. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, life transitions, depression, self-worth issues, and emotional overwhelm.
My approach to therapy goes beyond simply managing symptoms. I believe many of our struggles are rooted in deeper core beliefs, attachment wounds, past experiences, and patterns we develop in order to survive difficult seasons of life. Together, we'll work to better understand those patterns, heal the underlying wounds, and help you reconnect with a stronger, healthier version of yourself.
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My practice focuses heavily on radical acceptance and self-compassion.
Chances are, I already think you're awesome! I want to work with you to believe that for yourself as well.
I personally identify as queer and have become mainly an LGBTQIA+ therapist. I'm passionate about gender fluidity and contributing to a strong future generation by challenging societal norms. I mainly work with folks concerned with anxiety, childhood trauma/abuse, intergenerational trauma, and self-esteem. As a new parent, I am also interested in working with folks who are parents as well! This includes mothers as well as fathers.
My practice focuses heavily on radical acceptance and self-compassion.
Chances are, I already think you're awesome! I want to work with you to believe that for yourself as well.
I personally identify as queer and have become mainly an LGBTQIA+ therapist. I'm passionate about gender fluidity and contributing to a strong future generation by challenging societal norms. I mainly work with folks concerned with anxiety, childhood trauma/abuse, intergenerational trauma, and self-esteem. As a new parent, I am also interested in working with folks who are parents as well! This includes mothers as well as fathers.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience treating clients in a variety of settings including outpatient, community mental health, intensive family services, and most recently private practice. Prior to my 15 years in the mental health field I spent 15 years as an Operations Manager with Walmart Logistics. I have decades of work and life experiences that have shaped my ability to be a knowledgeable and compassionate therapist. I love working with clients who are seeking growth and development as they navigate different stages of life, and who take an active interest in participating in their own success.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience treating clients in a variety of settings including outpatient, community mental health, intensive family services, and most recently private practice. Prior to my 15 years in the mental health field I spent 15 years as an Operations Manager with Walmart Logistics. I have decades of work and life experiences that have shaped my ability to be a knowledgeable and compassionate therapist. I love working with clients who are seeking growth and development as they navigate different stages of life, and who take an active interest in participating in their own success.
I have 15 years of experience working with children and adults of diverse backgrounds. I have helped clients with issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, addiction, stress, time management, relationship and marriage concerns and general communication skills.
I have 15 years of experience working with children and adults of diverse backgrounds. I have helped clients with issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, addiction, stress, time management, relationship and marriage concerns and general communication skills.
Hartswick Counseling specializes in helping to resolve the barriers that are holding you back. Our clinicians have extensive experience working with various mental health concerns including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, OCD, and relationship conflict. We work with individuals, couples, families and groups to decrease distress and conflict and help them return to healthy levels of connection and daily functioning. Whether you are looking for a specific therapeutic approach such as EMDR, or a less structured person-centered experience, we are here to meet your needs.
Hartswick Counseling specializes in helping to resolve the barriers that are holding you back. Our clinicians have extensive experience working with various mental health concerns including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, OCD, and relationship conflict. We work with individuals, couples, families and groups to decrease distress and conflict and help them return to healthy levels of connection and daily functioning. Whether you are looking for a specific therapeutic approach such as EMDR, or a less structured person-centered experience, we are here to meet your needs.
I use Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR), Internal Family Systems-inspired "parts work," Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) with my individual clients.
Your body is tired but your mind is racing. You use up your spoons to show up for others and hope that you'll feel supported in return but instead, you're still feeling drained, anxious, and lonely. Thoughts like "What if I need too much? and "What's wrong with me?" popped up into your head long ago and still gnaws at you. You want to cry or hide when thinking about bringing up hard conversations with loved ones about what you need to feel understood and supported, so for now, those hard talks just get avoided. You want to feel more engaged in your life, less dread, and less pain.
I use Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR), Internal Family Systems-inspired "parts work," Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) with my individual clients.
Your body is tired but your mind is racing. You use up your spoons to show up for others and hope that you'll feel supported in return but instead, you're still feeling drained, anxious, and lonely. Thoughts like "What if I need too much? and "What's wrong with me?" popped up into your head long ago and still gnaws at you. You want to cry or hide when thinking about bringing up hard conversations with loved ones about what you need to feel understood and supported, so for now, those hard talks just get avoided. You want to feel more engaged in your life, less dread, and less pain.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, stress, trauma, or big life changes and want a safe place to talk? Maybe you have a child or teen struggling with emotions, friendships, school, or past difficult experiences, or maybe you're a college student trying to balance academics, relationships, and growing independence. What you need most is to feel truly heard, understood, and supported without judgment. You want help making sense of your feelings, building confidence, and learning skills to handle tough moments more effectively. My goal is to help you feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of your emotions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, stress, trauma, or big life changes and want a safe place to talk? Maybe you have a child or teen struggling with emotions, friendships, school, or past difficult experiences, or maybe you're a college student trying to balance academics, relationships, and growing independence. What you need most is to feel truly heard, understood, and supported without judgment. You want help making sense of your feelings, building confidence, and learning skills to handle tough moments more effectively. My goal is to help you feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of your emotions.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and will venture out as needed.
I currently have strong availability as I have just expanded my practice and can see clients most days of the week.
Hello! My name is Andrew Nadermann and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in State College, working primarily with adolescent and young adult clients on a range of mental health concerns, with a focus on ADHD and executive functioning, and associated anxiety, depression and social phobias. I take a very practical approach that focuses on helping clients develop skills to handle their day to day challenges.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and will venture out as needed.
I currently have strong availability as I have just expanded my practice and can see clients most days of the week.
Hello! My name is Andrew Nadermann and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in State College, working primarily with adolescent and young adult clients on a range of mental health concerns, with a focus on ADHD and executive functioning, and associated anxiety, depression and social phobias. I take a very practical approach that focuses on helping clients develop skills to handle their day to day challenges.
I use a foundation of humanistic, person-centered therapy, ACT, Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT), and Existential therapy.
I am a white, queer, neurodivergent, trans woman from the U.S. South with a deep connection to Appalachia and rural queerness, and I am passionate about queer & trans liberation. I have gained an embodied understanding of systemic and interpersonal transmisogynist violence as well as experience navigating oppressive medical and legislative institutions as both a person and an advocate for others. I am passionate about liberation-focused therapy for marginalized people a path to empowerment, taking back your autonomy, and finding joy as a person in a world that sometimes seems made to harm you.
I use a foundation of humanistic, person-centered therapy, ACT, Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT), and Existential therapy.
I am a white, queer, neurodivergent, trans woman from the U.S. South with a deep connection to Appalachia and rural queerness, and I am passionate about queer & trans liberation. I have gained an embodied understanding of systemic and interpersonal transmisogynist violence as well as experience navigating oppressive medical and legislative institutions as both a person and an advocate for others. I am passionate about liberation-focused therapy for marginalized people a path to empowerment, taking back your autonomy, and finding joy as a person in a world that sometimes seems made to harm you.
Hello, my name is Valerie Noel, MS, NCC, LPC and the owner of Purposeful ‘U’ Counseling. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 20+ years. I have dedicated my professional life to promoting psychological well-being, advocating for vulnerable populations, and client centered care. Throughout my career I have worked in a variety of settings, community agencies, schools, and private practice. I have held supervisory and leadership roles, and mentored other counselors. I remain committed to lifelong learning and professional growth. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and South Carolina.
Hello, my name is Valerie Noel, MS, NCC, LPC and the owner of Purposeful ‘U’ Counseling. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 20+ years. I have dedicated my professional life to promoting psychological well-being, advocating for vulnerable populations, and client centered care. Throughout my career I have worked in a variety of settings, community agencies, schools, and private practice. I have held supervisory and leadership roles, and mentored other counselors. I remain committed to lifelong learning and professional growth. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and South Carolina.
Asking for help is hard. When life gets to be overwhelming, talking about the issues can help organize your thoughts. The therapeutic relationship is the most important tool we'll use! We'll work on building trust, a sense of safety, open communication, and humor to identify how we can improve on your already existing coping skills, supports, and knowledge. I utilize an eclectic approach to best meet your needs. I believe that being kind and compassionate with yourself is the first step to healing and creating change.
Asking for help is hard. When life gets to be overwhelming, talking about the issues can help organize your thoughts. The therapeutic relationship is the most important tool we'll use! We'll work on building trust, a sense of safety, open communication, and humor to identify how we can improve on your already existing coping skills, supports, and knowledge. I utilize an eclectic approach to best meet your needs. I believe that being kind and compassionate with yourself is the first step to healing and creating change.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and OCD. This might look like constantly needing reassurance from loved ones, struggling in social situations and often cancelling plans, feeling fixated on your body/health, experiencing taboo or scary intrusive thoughts, or feeling the need to constantly distract yourself to stay comfortable. Anxiety can take many forms, often leading us into cycles of avoidance or compulsive behaviors. My goal is to support you in learning where your anxiety is helping you, and where it is holding you back from what is important to you.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and OCD. This might look like constantly needing reassurance from loved ones, struggling in social situations and often cancelling plans, feeling fixated on your body/health, experiencing taboo or scary intrusive thoughts, or feeling the need to constantly distract yourself to stay comfortable. Anxiety can take many forms, often leading us into cycles of avoidance or compulsive behaviors. My goal is to support you in learning where your anxiety is helping you, and where it is holding you back from what is important to you.
Amanda Boyle is a licensed clinician who provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-esteem concerns. She is committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. Amanda integrates a blend of therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.
Amanda Boyle is a licensed clinician who provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-esteem concerns. She is committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. Amanda integrates a blend of therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.
I am a creative soul that believes in utilizing various treatment modalities that increase the Mind, Body, Spirit connection and cultivate self- acceptance.
Trained and certified in traditional therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I am also aligned with alternative approaches such as Energy Medicine, Trauma Informed Yoga, and Mindfulness meditation.
I am a creative soul that believes in utilizing various treatment modalities that increase the Mind, Body, Spirit connection and cultivate self- acceptance.
Trained and certified in traditional therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I am also aligned with alternative approaches such as Energy Medicine, Trauma Informed Yoga, and Mindfulness meditation.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with college students, adults, and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and managing life stressors. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I am committed to helping clients create meaningful changes in their lives. Therapy goals may include gaining insight into thoughts and emotions, developing healthy coping strategies, building self-esteem and self-compassion, processing trauma, improving emotional regulation, and strengthening relationships through boundaries and assertive communication.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with college students, adults, and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and managing life stressors. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I am committed to helping clients create meaningful changes in their lives. Therapy goals may include gaining insight into thoughts and emotions, developing healthy coping strategies, building self-esteem and self-compassion, processing trauma, improving emotional regulation, and strengthening relationships through boundaries and assertive communication.
Life brings challenges often. It is my goal to assist in bringing higher levels of content and satisfaction and lower levels of stress and overwhelm. I would love to work with you to create the life you want.
Life brings challenges often. It is my goal to assist in bringing higher levels of content and satisfaction and lower levels of stress and overwhelm. I would love to work with you to create the life you want.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.