Therapists in Hockessin, DE

Whatever your reason for seeking counseling services, I am here and committed to helping you resolve your interpersonal issues. I often share that no one is exempt from experiencing life's problems. At some point in life, we all will face some challenges. I have learned that not everyone has proper coping skills to deal with their problems, but by speaking with a therapist, you are on the right track to identifying ways to deal with your problems. Positive change can be difficult. However, positive change is possible with persistence, commitment, and hard work.

I know what it's like to feel backed into a corner and how helpful it can be to have that extra support. Finding a therapist can be similar to finding the right school, the right shoes, or the right couch for your new apartment; sometimes it’s a fit right away and other times it’s a process. As someone who has spent time therapist shopping myself, I emphasize the importance of working together to help people find the therapist that fits for them. I work with individuals to create the most comfortable fit in our work together, using a collaborative and holistic approach to therapy and viewing the therapeutic process as a team effort.

Congratulations on exploring the option of psychotherapy. My treatment approach is strengths based, respecting each person's self-determination for achieving a state of emotional health. Strong therapeutic relationships can create healing and generate the ability to change. By applying various therapeutic techniques tailored to your individual needs, you will gain an understanding of behavior patterns or skewed cognitions that may be limiting you from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful relationship with self or others.

I am committed to supporting my clients with empathy as we work collaboratively to achieve growth and positive change in their lives. I utilize a strengths-based and integrative approach to therapy to best meet teach clients unique needs bringing experience and knowledge from 12 years of experience working in a variety of outpatient settings. My clinical specializations include working with individuals and couples with anxiety, mood and stress related disorders, grief, trauma, and relationship issues.

You as a client are the expert of your own experience. I use a client-centered that includes complimentary techniques and methodologies from attachment, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, trauma informed mindfulness, and motivational interviewing in our work together to find the best version of you. My clients describe me as an empathetic, warm, and personable therapist and strive to work alongside each of my clients in their individualized counseling journey.

I feel that compassion, trust, and understanding are the foundations of therapy. In my 25 years of practice, I have found this personal approach works best to help heal emotional pain. I help people who have been experiencing problems like anxiety, panic, depression, relationship problems, co-dependence, chronic worry and more. In a safe and respectful environment, I will work to understand your personal struggle with emotional pain and help you to work toward a better life.

You’ve spent a lot of your life just “getting through it”. Despite a lot of difficulties in your childhood, and even your early adult life, you’ve managed to bulldoze through it all and stay on track as much as you could. But now that you’re through it (at least mostly), your past seems to be catching up to you. Your relationships with significant others, friends, family and even yourself seem to be challenging. You’re realizing now that maybe “just getting through it” wasn’t enough, and it is time to get some support for yourself, whether you really want to or not. Slowing down is really difficult, but it's time.

I am a responsible and compassionate Licensed Social Worker, dedicated to helping individuals increase their quality of life! My empowering therapeutic skills have contributed to my successful record of counseling in a wide range of therapeutic disciplines.

Please Note! I do not take insurance. My practice is currently limited to sex therapy, treatment of sexual trauma, and treatment of coercion/cult-related issues. I see patients Mondays through Wed. I work intensively with shame-based disorders, including addiction, trauma, sexual dysfunction and acting-out behaviors. I see many adolescents who struggle with identity and guarded secrets. I have been extensively trained in adult, adolescent and child psychology. I am licensed and Board-certified, and I am credentialed in addictions, hypnosis, EMDR, and am a Certified Sex Therapist (AASECT).

Are you looking to find a therapist who sees your unique self ? I will take a relational and interactive approach to my practice where you and I can work to define and achieve your individual therapeutic goals. I will provide a supportive therapeutic environment for you to locate and be this best version of you/ your relationship and live your best life.

I believe that every individual has the right to live a full and satisfying life. Sometimes things get in the way, such as a history of trauma, unresolved grief, family difficulties, or just "everyday" stressors which feel overwhelming. You may be searching for a therapist because you do not feel as fulfilled or content with life as you could. You may be looking for help for a loved one, such as a child or a spouse. Contacting a therapist is the first step toward a journey of healing. I encourage you to take that step today.

NOW accepting new clients! Hello! My name is Erin Cliffe and I'm an LCSW and clinical supervisor. I am a certified ADHD coach and certified trauma coach. I graduated with from honors from Widener University. My journey into the realm of psychology began with a burning curiosity about how our brains shape our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In my practice, I blend the latest insights from neuroscience with a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy. I believe that every individual possesses the inherent ability to change and grow, and I'm dedicated to helping my clients unlock their full potential.

Does managing and working through life’s challenges feel impossible at times? Is it a challenge believing you're worthy? Maybe you are feeling stuck or stagnant and sense that you need a change, however are unsure just what that is. Past and current life experiences can shape thoughts and feeling about the self, impacts relationships with others, and influences future events in sometimes unhelpful, or even harmful ways. It is my commitment to ‘meet you where you are’ when you come into my office, and build a trusting therapeutic relationship together.

Are you overwhelmed, anxious or stressed out all the time? Maybe you had an expectation about what life might be like but the reality is so much harder. You just want to feel better, to be happy and connected. Instead of enjoying your time with your family, you just feel angry or anxious all the time.

Therapy is a collaborative process that promotes healing, change, and growth, and the therapy relationship is the foundation for this process. Given this, my goal is to provide you with a safe space in which we work together to meet your needs and goals for treatment. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, grief/loss, low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety; you feel unfulfilled, lonely, or in need of support and coping skills; or you are in the midst of a life transition that you need help navigating, we can address these in therapy.