Parenting Therapists in Yardley, PA

I am a Licensed Psychologist with a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology. I specialize in therapy for children, pre-school through adolescence, and their families. I also work with a broad spectrum of adults and couples. I combine therapeutic play, mind-body and brain-based therapies, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Through therapy, children can then learn to make better choices, have healthier relationships, and feel positive about themselves. My work with children includes trauma, grief, adjustment to parent separation/divorce, difficulties with mood, problem behaviors, social challenges, ADD/ADHD; Asperger's Disorder, and Autism.

For over 25+ years, I have been providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults in the Newtown and Langhorne area . Sometimes life throws curve balls. Children and teens can struggle at home and at school. Parenting may be challenging. Separation and divorce often stresses families, and the death of someone close can leave you grieving, sad and depressed. I use my extensive experience to help you find resolution with these issues and the ability to move forward.

Whether you are getting ready to be a first time parent or have five kids, motherhood is not easy and getting support is essential. Stress can start from the time you first try to conceive and continue all throughout your parenting journey.

Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting , Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.

Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting , Academic. My approach is to work with my client's strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.

"I know how difficult it can be to ask for help. It's my job to help set you at ease from the very first conversation. You'll find that I provide a non-judgmental, supportive and caring environment. For the past 20+ years, I have been helping people feel better about themselves and their families, improve their relationships, navigate difficult circumstances, and find greater success and satisfaction in life.

Over the past 25 years I have empowered my clients to create a life that has meaning, purpose, happiness through personal growth with effective skills to alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress through meditation, relaxations techniques, visualization and diet . I create a safe supportive caring atmosphere where each client is valued giving them the freedom to express their deepest feelings and thoughts without feeling judged. I encourage clients to focus on their strengths while understanding the barriers that are causing their life problems with supportive feedback and a treatment plan to achieve their goals.

We at Attention Deficit Specialists provide a comprehensive evaluation and treatment program for children and adults with ADHD, PDD, Aspergers, Learning Disabilities and oppositional disorders. Rather than relying exclusively on medication, we provide alternative approaches that boost self esteem and teach people to control symptoms on their own. Our staff offers a multimodal approach which offers the greatest possibility of long term success. In addition to Neurofeedback, Biofeedback and Interactive Metronome we offer a treatment approach that includes parent training, behavior modification, individual and family counseling and school advocacy. We also conduct psychoeducational assessments.

My clients come in with varied concerns- cultural-specific relational challenges, parenting challenges, infidelity in marriage, coping with psychological disorders, codependency. They work on building resiliency, to overcome obstacles through application of skills that they learn in their therapeutic process with me. My clients move through their therapeutic journey empowering themselves with the ability to navigate through life challenges. Together we can work on helping you create healthier boundaries in life, gain work-personal life balance, overcome parenting challenges and have a more integrated mental health experience.

Addiction, Anxiety. Depression. Trauma. Parenting . Teens. Relationships. Affairs. Miscommunication. We understand the challenges and complexities of life that you didn't sign up for. You want to stop the patterns, stop the stress. You want to sleep at night and feel connected and heard in your relationships. You want to heal from the past and move forward with confidence, grace, and purpose. Our expert therapists are here to help you. Our group therapy practice is comprised of therapists with specific education and training, making them an expert in their focus.

I believe that all individuals are able to change but get stuck in patterns that do not serve them well due to daily stress. Changing these patterns is accomplished through interactive conversations and identifying why these patterns are not useful before creating new useful patterns. I work with couples on a variety of issues such as trust and betrayal, affairs, intimacy, grief, divorce, communication, addictions, and any of the myriad of relationship issues all couples experience. In addition, I work with children, youth and their families on a variety of relationship issues dealing with conflict, communication, parenting , defiance, adoption and respect.

Christian faith based counselor experienced in working with individuals , couples and families. I offer biblically based, culturally sensitive, and compassionate counseling that empowers individuals, couples, and families to lead healthier lives emotionally, psychologically, relationally and spiritually.

Psychotherapy is a collaborative process that can be a rich and powerful experience that promotes change and growth over time. I commit to help you overcome the obstacles and challenges which are preventing you from reaching your goals and full potential. I work with adults, adolescents, children, and families.

Choosing a therapist to work with you or your family can be an overwhelming process. I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where my clients feel safe and able to share their thoughts and feelings. I believe that everyone is capable of evolving in a positive way to make improvements in their daily life and relationships. Working collaboratively with my clients I provide the skills and techniques for personal growth and healthy relationships. My services include: family counseling, relationship counseling, child/adolescent therapy, and parenting support.

Life presents us with challenges at every phase, and sometimes collaboration with a trained professional helps to weather the storms of life and promote growth and happiness. In my work with children, teens, and adults, I strive to create a safe accepting environment, so my clients can openly express their throughts and feelings and explore their concerns. My treatment is comprehensive in nature and carefully designed to promote self-awareness and address the unique needs of each individual.

Thriving in families today is truly challenging, particularly in today's "Covid World." Family stress also tends to intensify during those sensitive periods of transition, especially where children are affected. My practice specializes in assisting parents navigate the complexities of divorce, co- parenting , re-marriage, and the creation of new stepfamilies. I also help families heal from estrangement, whether it is from a sibling or parent . While working with recently-divorced parents, I feel it is important to take a child-centered focus, where children are often caught in the middle of these adult battlegrounds.

Does your child feel depressed? Do you have troubles communicating with your spouse? Are you stressed out about work? I can help you learn how to cope with these issues head on! I have worked with children, adults, and families for over 15 years helping them deal with depression, anxiety, school issues, family problems, and other emotional and behavioral issues. I use a collaborative approach to help empower clients to take an active role in their therapy. Ongoing homework and exercises are provided to ensure your getting the full benefits of therapy. Learn more at bhatpsych.com.

You have already succeeded at taking the most difficult step by recognizing that supportive therapy could be helpful. My approach is to facilitate a collaborative working relationship, to continue to help you to identify your strengths, and to help you to reach your goals. Together we will explore the road of self-discovery and self-growth that will assist you to lead a more fulfilling life.

Our lives are defined by our relationships. However, maintaining and nourishing these relationships can be a challenge. My goal as a therapist is to help families, individuals, and couples seeking to rejuvenate and rebuild relationships at all stages, whether you're experiencing marital difficulties, tensions with parenting , or managing relationships with elderly parents or children who have moved out of the house. In therapy sessions, I use a lighthearted touch and maintain a calm, safe environment that not only makes difficult moments tolerable but also encourages you to be reflective and self-aware.