Veterans Therapists in Willow Grove, PA
John C Becker Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CEAP, CTR, SAP
1 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090
As a former police officer, my focus has always been on helping other first responders and veterans.
I have spent the last 12 years helping individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. The foundation of my counseling style is built on establishing mutual trust and respect. In my practice, I utilize a range of evidence-based approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, to help my clients reach their identified goals.
As a former police officer, my focus has always been on helping other first responders and veterans.
I have spent the last 12 years helping individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. The foundation of my counseling style is built on establishing mutual trust and respect. In my practice, I utilize a range of evidence-based approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, to help my clients reach their identified goals.
My main focus of my practice is based on Judeo-Christian ethics, because all of life issues offer an opportunity for growth, I base my process of therapy on the therapeutic relationship. No special psychotherapy techniques, my goal for you, is to have a better handle on your current challenge. We incorporate sand trays, an expressive therapy with children or adults to create scenes of miniature worlds that reflect a person's inner thoughts, struggles, and issues.
My main focus of my practice is based on Judeo-Christian ethics, because all of life issues offer an opportunity for growth, I base my process of therapy on the therapeutic relationship. No special psychotherapy techniques, my goal for you, is to have a better handle on your current challenge. We incorporate sand trays, an expressive therapy with children or adults to create scenes of miniature worlds that reflect a person's inner thoughts, struggles, and issues.
Hi! I am so glad you stumbled upon my profile at this time in your life. This is a big first step you are taking for yourself to regain some control in your life. You are here now because you are trying to find someone who can listen and understand you without any bias. I am a big believer in things happening for a reason and would love to embark on your life journey with you. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or even adjustment issues, you have come to the right place! I'm looking forward to working with you!
Hi! I am so glad you stumbled upon my profile at this time in your life. This is a big first step you are taking for yourself to regain some control in your life. You are here now because you are trying to find someone who can listen and understand you without any bias. I am a big believer in things happening for a reason and would love to embark on your life journey with you. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or even adjustment issues, you have come to the right place! I'm looking forward to working with you!
I enjoy working with individuals struggling with various stressors or challenges in life, whether it is mental health or substance challenges. In our sessions, individuals experience a safe, supportive and non-judgmental relationship. I enjoy working with each person to develop self-awareness of their strengths, challenges so they can develop coping skills where necessary. With my counseling approach, I regularly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I enjoy working with individuals struggling with various stressors or challenges in life, whether it is mental health or substance challenges. In our sessions, individuals experience a safe, supportive and non-judgmental relationship. I enjoy working with each person to develop self-awareness of their strengths, challenges so they can develop coping skills where necessary. With my counseling approach, I regularly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My specialties include couples therapy and working with military veterans and their families.
I provide therapy for individuals and couples facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and grief. With extensive training in trauma and LGBTQA+ issues, my goal is to support clients in improving their quality of life and equipping them with the tools to acknowledge their past, navigate their present, and embrace their future.
My specialties include couples therapy and working with military veterans and their families.
I provide therapy for individuals and couples facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and grief. With extensive training in trauma and LGBTQA+ issues, my goal is to support clients in improving their quality of life and equipping them with the tools to acknowledge their past, navigate their present, and embrace their future.
I work alongside my clients to help them feel seen and heard, achieve their goals, and live their best possible lives. It is very important to me that I provide a place that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive, which is the foundation of therapy and helps facilitate change. The goals that people work on in therapy can involve anything that is important to them- learning healthier ways to express anger, finding new ways to cope with the effects of past traumas, stabilizing mood episodes (e.g., mania, depression), maintaining and establishing sobriety, improving their relationship with themself and others, and more.
I work alongside my clients to help them feel seen and heard, achieve their goals, and live their best possible lives. It is very important to me that I provide a place that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive, which is the foundation of therapy and helps facilitate change. The goals that people work on in therapy can involve anything that is important to them- learning healthier ways to express anger, finding new ways to cope with the effects of past traumas, stabilizing mood episodes (e.g., mania, depression), maintaining and establishing sobriety, improving their relationship with themself and others, and more.
Complex trauma can be an unwanted life companion. Living through repeated exposure to traumatic experiences can leave you also feeling unable to trust yourself or others, feeling chronically unsafe, and seeing yourself differently. Alongside those wounds, complicated grief can also be woven into the mix of post-traumatic pain. Complicated grief is much more than “just” a loss - it is sadness, anger, and guilt that cannot always be easily defined. As a licensed professional counselor with a special interest in trauma treatment, I do understand the profound impact these experiences can have on an individual's emotional well being.
Complex trauma can be an unwanted life companion. Living through repeated exposure to traumatic experiences can leave you also feeling unable to trust yourself or others, feeling chronically unsafe, and seeing yourself differently. Alongside those wounds, complicated grief can also be woven into the mix of post-traumatic pain. Complicated grief is much more than “just” a loss - it is sadness, anger, and guilt that cannot always be easily defined. As a licensed professional counselor with a special interest in trauma treatment, I do understand the profound impact these experiences can have on an individual's emotional well being.
I've worked as a sexual abuse case manager, drug and alcohol counselor, trauma group facilitator and military family consultant.
Because I understand that addiction is bigger than drugs and alcohol, I have received training specific to sexual addiction, problem gambling and trauma. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). In that capacity, I am able to evaluate employees performing safety sensitive duties who have violated testing regulations.
I've worked as a sexual abuse case manager, drug and alcohol counselor, trauma group facilitator and military family consultant.
Because I understand that addiction is bigger than drugs and alcohol, I have received training specific to sexual addiction, problem gambling and trauma. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). In that capacity, I am able to evaluate employees performing safety sensitive duties who have violated testing regulations.
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Symmetry of Self offers a squad of military veterans turned therapists who truly get it.
At Symmetry of Self, we focus on more than just symptom management. Using methods that help you achieve deep, lasting transformation. Our team doesn’t stop at offering tools and techniques—we work with you to uncover the root causes of your challenges and create meaningful change.
Symmetry of Self offers a squad of military veterans turned therapists who truly get it.
At Symmetry of Self, we focus on more than just symptom management. Using methods that help you achieve deep, lasting transformation. Our team doesn’t stop at offering tools and techniques—we work with you to uncover the root causes of your challenges and create meaningful change.
Navy Veteran Helping Clients Overcome Trauma and Strengthen Relationships.
I’m a Navy veteran and trauma therapist with over 7 years of experience, including serving in the VA. I specialize in helping clients heal from PTSD and trauma using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and EMDR. My approach is supportive, evidence-based, and focused on building resilience so you can move forward with confidence. I also provide couples counseling using the Gottman Method, helping partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection.
Navy Veteran Helping Clients Overcome Trauma and Strengthen Relationships.
I’m a Navy veteran and trauma therapist with over 7 years of experience, including serving in the VA. I specialize in helping clients heal from PTSD and trauma using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and EMDR. My approach is supportive, evidence-based, and focused on building resilience so you can move forward with confidence. I also provide couples counseling using the Gottman Method, helping partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection.
Telehealth therapy across PA—calm your mind, live with more freedom.
Do you ever feel stuck in a loop of unwanted thoughts you just can’t shut off? Maybe your mind keeps replaying the same worries, or you find yourself doing rituals and habits just to feel a moment of relief. Anxiety, OCD, and phobias can leave you exhausted, frustrated, and unsure how to break free. If this sounds familiar, you don’t have to keep facing it alone. My goal is to help you feel more in control, more present in your life, and able to focus on what matters most, without anxiety running the show.
Telehealth therapy across PA—calm your mind, live with more freedom.
Do you ever feel stuck in a loop of unwanted thoughts you just can’t shut off? Maybe your mind keeps replaying the same worries, or you find yourself doing rituals and habits just to feel a moment of relief. Anxiety, OCD, and phobias can leave you exhausted, frustrated, and unsure how to break free. If this sounds familiar, you don’t have to keep facing it alone. My goal is to help you feel more in control, more present in your life, and able to focus on what matters most, without anxiety running the show.
Welcome. Seeking therapy is a brave step, and we are honored to support you on your journey toward healing, growth, and self-understanding. We work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. In our work together, we move at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you, with the goal of building inner resilience, self-compassion, and practical tools for a more grounded and fulfilling life. You are welcome here. Let’s begin your next chapter, together.
Welcome. Seeking therapy is a brave step, and we are honored to support you on your journey toward healing, growth, and self-understanding. We work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. In our work together, we move at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you, with the goal of building inner resilience, self-compassion, and practical tools for a more grounded and fulfilling life. You are welcome here. Let’s begin your next chapter, together.
I specialize in treating veterans, Anxiety Disorders, Depression Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and LGBTQIA with utilization of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Ashley – Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Serving clients in Pennsylvania & Texas
Hi, I’m Ashley—a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and LGBTQIA+ support. I offer virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families, including those in monogamous and consensual non-monogamous (CNM) relationships.
My sessions are collaborative, affirming, and often infused with humor. You’re encouraged to show up authentically—no need to filter your thoughts or feelings. Let’s work together toward healing and growth.
I specialize in treating veterans, Anxiety Disorders, Depression Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and LGBTQIA with utilization of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Ashley – Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Serving clients in Pennsylvania & Texas
Hi, I’m Ashley—a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and LGBTQIA+ support. I offer virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families, including those in monogamous and consensual non-monogamous (CNM) relationships.
My sessions are collaborative, affirming, and often infused with humor. You’re encouraged to show up authentically—no need to filter your thoughts or feelings. Let’s work together toward healing and growth.
You’re not “too much.” You’re surviving.
If you’ve been carrying invisible wounds from trauma—whether from childhood, relationships, loss, or systemic harm—you deserve a space where your pain is not minimized, and your healing is prioritized. I specialize in helping individuals reclaim their lives after trauma through evidence-based, compassionate therapy.
You’re not “too much.” You’re surviving.
If you’ve been carrying invisible wounds from trauma—whether from childhood, relationships, loss, or systemic harm—you deserve a space where your pain is not minimized, and your healing is prioritized. I specialize in helping individuals reclaim their lives after trauma through evidence-based, compassionate therapy.
Ivan Vega
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-FL, LPC-PA, NCC, CAADC, CCTP-II
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Mindful of the stigmas faced by military and law enforcement personnel, I honor the warrior class and guardians of our communities.
Do you feel like your past is holding you hostage? When coupled together—trauma and addiction can seem like an endless loop, keeping you trapped in a cycle of guilt, shame, and fear. Desperate and heavy-laden, many suffer in silence and despair. Don't let that be you! You don't have to do this alone, nor depend on alcohol or drugs to self-medicate or alter your reality. Stop surviving and start living.
Mindful of the stigmas faced by military and law enforcement personnel, I honor the warrior class and guardians of our communities.
Do you feel like your past is holding you hostage? When coupled together—trauma and addiction can seem like an endless loop, keeping you trapped in a cycle of guilt, shame, and fear. Desperate and heavy-laden, many suffer in silence and despair. Don't let that be you! You don't have to do this alone, nor depend on alcohol or drugs to self-medicate or alter your reality. Stop surviving and start living.
I specialize in working with trauma survivors, veterans and first responders to help with building better communication techniques, coping skills, and healing from trauma.
Being a Marine Corps veteran and a trauma-informed therapist, I understand the importance of self care, boundaries, and managing emotions. I focus on understanding how to recognize triggers and blind spots and learning how to train better reactions. These skills and methods can be used to help build better skills when dealing with trauma and mental health.
I specialize in working with trauma survivors, veterans and first responders to help with building better communication techniques, coping skills, and healing from trauma.
Being a Marine Corps veteran and a trauma-informed therapist, I understand the importance of self care, boundaries, and managing emotions. I focus on understanding how to recognize triggers and blind spots and learning how to train better reactions. These skills and methods can be used to help build better skills when dealing with trauma and mental health.
Each person’s culture, including military culture, can also be influential in therapy.
Seeking to discover strengths to meet new challenges or define your sense of purpose? Are you having relationship issues at home, school, or work? Or maybe you are asking questions about your life story, its meaning, and your place in the world. Psychotherapy can be helpful in exploring and resolving these concerns. Every person has a story to tell. I offer insight-oriented psychotherapy, an approach that focuses on your perspective and unique story. A person’s feelings, thoughts, and choices may be influenced by factors from the past that are outside of one’s awareness and exert pressure on current experiences and events.
Each person’s culture, including military culture, can also be influential in therapy.
Seeking to discover strengths to meet new challenges or define your sense of purpose? Are you having relationship issues at home, school, or work? Or maybe you are asking questions about your life story, its meaning, and your place in the world. Psychotherapy can be helpful in exploring and resolving these concerns. Every person has a story to tell. I offer insight-oriented psychotherapy, an approach that focuses on your perspective and unique story. A person’s feelings, thoughts, and choices may be influenced by factors from the past that are outside of one’s awareness and exert pressure on current experiences and events.
I have over 8 years of working with combat trauma, military sexual trauma, deployment readjustment problems, as well as complex PTSD, and severe mental illness.
Want a therapist on your journey to become better, more in control, more hopeful individual, then I am the counselor for you. With my extensive knowledge, out of the box thinking, and often humorous process, you will almost always end the session feeling better than when you started. I look forward to helping you and learning about you and forming a partnership on this grand journey.
Anxious, depressed, struggling with PTSD symptoms, angry all the time, feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling off? Then you are the perfect client for my services. I have helped hundreds of individuals over the years improve the quality or their lives.
I have over 8 years of working with combat trauma, military sexual trauma, deployment readjustment problems, as well as complex PTSD, and severe mental illness.
Want a therapist on your journey to become better, more in control, more hopeful individual, then I am the counselor for you. With my extensive knowledge, out of the box thinking, and often humorous process, you will almost always end the session feeling better than when you started. I look forward to helping you and learning about you and forming a partnership on this grand journey.
Anxious, depressed, struggling with PTSD symptoms, angry all the time, feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling off? Then you are the perfect client for my services. I have helped hundreds of individuals over the years improve the quality or their lives.
While I have experience working with many different clinical concerns, I specialize with veterans, those with anxiety and depression, and men's issues.
I'm from a small, rural Pennsylvania town. I learned the value of faith, service to others, community, and hard work on my grandfather's dairy farm. I am passionate about helping others grow and change. I have received extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though I can easily integrate other therapeutic approaches into treatment. I truly enjoy doing therapy and love the variety of people and issues I get to work with on a daily basis.
While I have experience working with many different clinical concerns, I specialize with veterans, those with anxiety and depression, and men's issues.
I'm from a small, rural Pennsylvania town. I learned the value of faith, service to others, community, and hard work on my grandfather's dairy farm. I am passionate about helping others grow and change. I have received extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though I can easily integrate other therapeutic approaches into treatment. I truly enjoy doing therapy and love the variety of people and issues I get to work with on a daily basis.
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Veterans Therapists
Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.
How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.
Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.