Marriage Counseling Therapists in Pennsylvania
I aim to create a warm, safe, and empowering environment where you can comfortably explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we’ll work on enhancing communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution, fostering healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of yourself. Therapy also offers a valuable opportunity for self-exploration, helping you uncover your values and strengths, boosting confidence, and solidifying your identity.
I aim to create a warm, safe, and empowering environment where you can comfortably explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we’ll work on enhancing communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution, fostering healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of yourself. Therapy also offers a valuable opportunity for self-exploration, helping you uncover your values and strengths, boosting confidence, and solidifying your identity.
Whether moving from one life phase to another or one culture to another or one job to another, learning new roles or assuming new career can be difficult and lonely. It can feel like nobody really understands what you're going through. You want more from your future but you aren't sure where to start. You feel like you're facing your problems or new experiences alone and like you have no place. You're nervous. You feel overwhelmed. Your world has been shaken and you don't know how to survive in this one. You just want some peace- where you can be yourself, Wherever that is.
Whether moving from one life phase to another or one culture to another or one job to another, learning new roles or assuming new career can be difficult and lonely. It can feel like nobody really understands what you're going through. You want more from your future but you aren't sure where to start. You feel like you're facing your problems or new experiences alone and like you have no place. You're nervous. You feel overwhelmed. Your world has been shaken and you don't know how to survive in this one. You just want some peace- where you can be yourself, Wherever that is.
Can my marriage or romantic relationship be saved?
We specialize in treating adolescent issues and couples counseling. We specialize in working with clients of color, Christian counseling, trauma, anxiety and depression; life issues such as loss of a job, family or friends. I work with adolescents, adults and couples who are dealing with challenges in their relationship, We offer life coaching.
Can my marriage or romantic relationship be saved?
We specialize in treating adolescent issues and couples counseling. We specialize in working with clients of color, Christian counseling, trauma, anxiety and depression; life issues such as loss of a job, family or friends. I work with adolescents, adults and couples who are dealing with challenges in their relationship, We offer life coaching.
My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.
My professional experience includes providing therapy in a myriad of forms to patients from all walks of life, though my specialty is working with youth, couples and families. I am experienced in working with clients with unique circumstances and needs, including those regarding sexuality, religion, gender identity, and chronic illness.
My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.
My professional experience includes providing therapy in a myriad of forms to patients from all walks of life, though my specialty is working with youth, couples and families. I am experienced in working with clients with unique circumstances and needs, including those regarding sexuality, religion, gender identity, and chronic illness.
I offer individual, couples, sex therapy, family therapy and adolescent/college age therapy.
My prior experience as an FBI Special Agent, Relationship Therapist, Director of Child/Adolescent Therapy, working with anxiety, stress, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, low self-esteem, adjustment disorders, sex related issues, after birth adjustments, and certified ADHD Therapist, I have the experience to assist you with your therapy goals.
I offer individual, couples, sex therapy, family therapy and adolescent/college age therapy.
My prior experience as an FBI Special Agent, Relationship Therapist, Director of Child/Adolescent Therapy, working with anxiety, stress, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, low self-esteem, adjustment disorders, sex related issues, after birth adjustments, and certified ADHD Therapist, I have the experience to assist you with your therapy goals.
Whether you struggle with the racing thoughts, and scary physical sensations of panic attacks and anxiety, or the sadness, emptiness and fatigue common with depression, you feel unable to live your life the way things are now. No longer able to 'push through' your feelings, you feel drained, and unsure what to do. Your family may not always understand therapy, but you recognize that you would be helped by talking with someone who gets it, who has the training, empathy, and insight to help you through this time in your life. You're not looking for a quick fix, but long-lasting change and insight. Accepting new clients (8/11/2021)
Whether you struggle with the racing thoughts, and scary physical sensations of panic attacks and anxiety, or the sadness, emptiness and fatigue common with depression, you feel unable to live your life the way things are now. No longer able to 'push through' your feelings, you feel drained, and unsure what to do. Your family may not always understand therapy, but you recognize that you would be helped by talking with someone who gets it, who has the training, empathy, and insight to help you through this time in your life. You're not looking for a quick fix, but long-lasting change and insight. Accepting new clients (8/11/2021)
Shimkus Counseling and Associates offers immediate availability in person or telehealth for individuals, children, and couples.
Here at Shimkus Counseling and Associates we believe connection is the most important experience we have as human beings at any age. When connection is disrupted within ourselves or with others, problems can surface in many areas leaving us feeling anxious, depressed, angry or isolated. We strive to provide our clients with a safe, comfortable and confidential atmosphere to process their struggles and learn how to heal. Anxiety, trauma, depression and life issues in general can affect all of us. By releasing the burdens you carry and understanding yourself better, we believe you can find the peace you are looking for.
Shimkus Counseling and Associates offers immediate availability in person or telehealth for individuals, children, and couples.
Here at Shimkus Counseling and Associates we believe connection is the most important experience we have as human beings at any age. When connection is disrupted within ourselves or with others, problems can surface in many areas leaving us feeling anxious, depressed, angry or isolated. We strive to provide our clients with a safe, comfortable and confidential atmosphere to process their struggles and learn how to heal. Anxiety, trauma, depression and life issues in general can affect all of us. By releasing the burdens you carry and understanding yourself better, we believe you can find the peace you are looking for.
I have a great deal of experience working with the LGBTQ+ population, adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples.
I focus on providing non-judgmental, down-to-earth counseling for people dealing with this crazy world we love in. My style tends to be humor-filled, blunt, direct, empathetic, and accepting; regardless of what you are struggling with. Often my sessions are spent with a combination of deep introspection and humor. My ideal client is one who's looking for a change in their life, who is ready to do the work it takes to be happy and successful.
I have a great deal of experience working with the LGBTQ+ population, adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples.
I focus on providing non-judgmental, down-to-earth counseling for people dealing with this crazy world we love in. My style tends to be humor-filled, blunt, direct, empathetic, and accepting; regardless of what you are struggling with. Often my sessions are spent with a combination of deep introspection and humor. My ideal client is one who's looking for a change in their life, who is ready to do the work it takes to be happy and successful.
You might be feeling stuck—looping through anxious thoughts, overwhelmed by emotions, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’re navigating OCD, anxiety, or life transitions and crave relief, clarity, and direction. My ideal client is curious about growth, ready to face discomfort, and wants to live with intention—not just avoidance. You want tools that work, a space to be real, and a therapist who meets you with respect, honesty, and compassion.
You might be feeling stuck—looping through anxious thoughts, overwhelmed by emotions, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’re navigating OCD, anxiety, or life transitions and crave relief, clarity, and direction. My ideal client is curious about growth, ready to face discomfort, and wants to live with intention—not just avoidance. You want tools that work, a space to be real, and a therapist who meets you with respect, honesty, and compassion.
Specializing in Marriage Counseling, Couples Therapy, Family and Teen Counseling, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, and Anger Management.
As a professional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I make it convenient for you to experience change with the convenience of online sessions, in-home visits or local Main Line location. Montgomery County and Delaware County.
Specializing in Marriage Counseling, Couples Therapy, Family and Teen Counseling, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, and Anger Management.
As a professional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I make it convenient for you to experience change with the convenience of online sessions, in-home visits or local Main Line location. Montgomery County and Delaware County.
Are you struggling with addiction, depression, or anxiety? Have you been struggling to find the right therapist? I believe that it is important to find a therapist that is qualified to treat the problems that you face. I also believe that it is important to provide you with a safe place for you to be your authentic self.
Are you struggling with addiction, depression, or anxiety? Have you been struggling to find the right therapist? I believe that it is important to find a therapist that is qualified to treat the problems that you face. I also believe that it is important to provide you with a safe place for you to be your authentic self.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally drained, anxious, or weighed down by past experiences that continue to shape their present. They may struggle with self-doubt, overthinking, or the pressure to appear strong while feeling disconnected inside. Deep down, they want to rediscover peace, clarity, and confidence, but may not know where to begin. They’re ready to heal old wounds, break unhelpful patterns, and learn new ways of coping that align with their values and who they truly are.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally drained, anxious, or weighed down by past experiences that continue to shape their present. They may struggle with self-doubt, overthinking, or the pressure to appear strong while feeling disconnected inside. Deep down, they want to rediscover peace, clarity, and confidence, but may not know where to begin. They’re ready to heal old wounds, break unhelpful patterns, and learn new ways of coping that align with their values and who they truly are.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Newtown Square, PA 19073
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I offer individual (adolescents/adult), group, family, and couples counseling.
Welcome to The Lamp Counseling Center. We strive to create a caring environment where you feel safe, seen, and heard during your journey of healing and personal growth. We will collaboratively engage in a variety of traditional and non-traditional approaches including culturally affirming Cognitive Therapy (CBT), Expressive Therapies and Trauma-Informed Mindfulness. Healing starts here.
I offer individual (adolescents/adult), group, family, and couples counseling.
Welcome to The Lamp Counseling Center. We strive to create a caring environment where you feel safe, seen, and heard during your journey of healing and personal growth. We will collaboratively engage in a variety of traditional and non-traditional approaches including culturally affirming Cognitive Therapy (CBT), Expressive Therapies and Trauma-Informed Mindfulness. Healing starts here.
As your counselor at Self Care Conversations, I will support you across a wide spectrum of concerns, from anxiety, OCD, and depression to life transitions, stress management, and personal growth. My approach blends, evidence-based practices, empathy and a focus on self-care to help you achieve holistic well-being. Together, we'll work towards your unique goals and empower you on your journey to a more fulfilling life.
As your counselor at Self Care Conversations, I will support you across a wide spectrum of concerns, from anxiety, OCD, and depression to life transitions, stress management, and personal growth. My approach blends, evidence-based practices, empathy and a focus on self-care to help you achieve holistic well-being. Together, we'll work towards your unique goals and empower you on your journey to a more fulfilling life.
Couple sessions will operate on the same scale as individual sessions listed previously.
As a prelicensed professional pursuing my doctorate, I empower clients by working collaboratively and allowing you to direct the session. I am well-equipped to help individuals who struggle to articulate emotions by utilizing creative modalities and mindfulness practices that will be unique to each client. Clients who would benefit most would be those who intellectualize problems, are open to exploring past feelings and experiences, seek to understand behavioral patterns, want help maintaining interpersonal relationships, or desire deeper growth and self-discovery.
Couple sessions will operate on the same scale as individual sessions listed previously.
As a prelicensed professional pursuing my doctorate, I empower clients by working collaboratively and allowing you to direct the session. I am well-equipped to help individuals who struggle to articulate emotions by utilizing creative modalities and mindfulness practices that will be unique to each client. Clients who would benefit most would be those who intellectualize problems, are open to exploring past feelings and experiences, seek to understand behavioral patterns, want help maintaining interpersonal relationships, or desire deeper growth and self-discovery.
Using a trauma-informed approach, I work collaboratively with people to address a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, parent-child relational challenges, behavioral issues, adoption and the complexities of divorce or separation. I believe that by understanding both what happens around us and inside of us we can bring balance and peace where there may be chaos, confusion, or pain.
Using a trauma-informed approach, I work collaboratively with people to address a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, parent-child relational challenges, behavioral issues, adoption and the complexities of divorce or separation. I believe that by understanding both what happens around us and inside of us we can bring balance and peace where there may be chaos, confusion, or pain.
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, CGP, CMIP
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting is black woman-led, virtual mental health private practice that utilizes culturally informed psychotherapy and components of cognitive behavioral theory to assist individuals, couples and families to create a "Hope Deal" for a healthier and happier lifestyle with optimal mental wealth.
HDCC specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief in children and adults. Our team is certified in Mindfulness Interventions, Grief, and Trauma. Behavioral and clinical consultation and licensure supervision are also available for individuals and organizations seeking to take their practice to the next level.
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting is black woman-led, virtual mental health private practice that utilizes culturally informed psychotherapy and components of cognitive behavioral theory to assist individuals, couples and families to create a "Hope Deal" for a healthier and happier lifestyle with optimal mental wealth.
HDCC specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief in children and adults. Our team is certified in Mindfulness Interventions, Grief, and Trauma. Behavioral and clinical consultation and licensure supervision are also available for individuals and organizations seeking to take their practice to the next level.
Having to navigate responsibilities like work, family, friends, partners, parenthood, and grief makes it impossible to avoid distressing moments in life.
I compare my therapeutic style to managing a garden. Yes, we will learn how to grow fruits, flowers, and vegetables. However, it is just as important to learn the proper way to handle the weeds and soil for your garden to truly flourish. My specializations in identity development and resilience building promotes lasting growth and a full acceptance of self.
Having to navigate responsibilities like work, family, friends, partners, parenthood, and grief makes it impossible to avoid distressing moments in life.
I compare my therapeutic style to managing a garden. Yes, we will learn how to grow fruits, flowers, and vegetables. However, it is just as important to learn the proper way to handle the weeds and soil for your garden to truly flourish. My specializations in identity development and resilience building promotes lasting growth and a full acceptance of self.
Children, adolescents, young adults, and their families may require psychoeducational evaluation for many different reasons. Is your child struggling in school and you're wondering why? Does your child require testing for private school admission? Does your adolescent or young adult require an evaluation for accommodations on SAT, ACT, GRE, or other standardized testing? My goal with every client is to develop a full and complex profile of strengths and weaknesses through psychoeducational evaluation so that their families and schools may provide them with the support and enrichment that they need to meet their potential.
Children, adolescents, young adults, and their families may require psychoeducational evaluation for many different reasons. Is your child struggling in school and you're wondering why? Does your child require testing for private school admission? Does your adolescent or young adult require an evaluation for accommodations on SAT, ACT, GRE, or other standardized testing? My goal with every client is to develop a full and complex profile of strengths and weaknesses through psychoeducational evaluation so that their families and schools may provide them with the support and enrichment that they need to meet their potential.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.


