Strength-Based Therapists in 18109

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Laura Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, CAADC, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18109
Waitlist for new clients
Finding a connection with someone you can trust, is difficult. Sometimes, finding the right words and identifying emotions can be uncomfortable and frustrating. More often than not, the fear of judgement can be so overwhelming, it prevents us from reaching out and seeking the help we need. I can offer you a warm and welcoming environment, free of judgement but, full of empathy, compassion and understanding. At the end of each session, you will walk away knowing and feeling the interaction was authentic.
Finding a connection with someone you can trust, is difficult. Sometimes, finding the right words and identifying emotions can be uncomfortable and frustrating. More often than not, the fear of judgement can be so overwhelming, it prevents us from reaching out and seeking the help we need. I can offer you a warm and welcoming environment, free of judgement but, full of empathy, compassion and understanding. At the end of each session, you will walk away knowing and feeling the interaction was authentic.
(484) 998-1439 View (484) 998-1439
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Bethany Werner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
What makes me stand out from other counselors is my ability to grasp your needs and strengths quickly and get a solid understanding of what you are seeking from treatment. I am skilled with adapting my therapeutic approaches to match your personality and values. I have experience in a wide variety of settings so have knowledge of resources and different phases of mental health needs. I have successful experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, grief, anger, and relationship issues. If you are in need of just a few sessions or longer term treatment, I can support you.
What makes me stand out from other counselors is my ability to grasp your needs and strengths quickly and get a solid understanding of what you are seeking from treatment. I am skilled with adapting my therapeutic approaches to match your personality and values. I have experience in a wide variety of settings so have knowledge of resources and different phases of mental health needs. I have successful experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, grief, anger, and relationship issues. If you are in need of just a few sessions or longer term treatment, I can support you.
(484) 559-5856 View (484) 559-5856
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Rena B Manela-Potzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC , PMH-C
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
My practice focuses on predominately all things included in women's mental health. Issues surrounding Pregnancy anxiety & Depression, Postpartum Mood & anxiety disorders, Pregnancy/Infancy grief & loss, Birth Trauma, NICU parenting, and infertility. The needs and the goals of my clients vary but the overall goal is to meet the individual's needs and strengthen their well-being. Therapy is tailored to the individual and their goals while obtaining support and learning new and effective skills and strategies.
My practice focuses on predominately all things included in women's mental health. Issues surrounding Pregnancy anxiety & Depression, Postpartum Mood & anxiety disorders, Pregnancy/Infancy grief & loss, Birth Trauma, NICU parenting, and infertility. The needs and the goals of my clients vary but the overall goal is to meet the individual's needs and strengthen their well-being. Therapy is tailored to the individual and their goals while obtaining support and learning new and effective skills and strategies.
(484) 209-1682 View (484) 209-1682
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Abby Costello
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18109  (Online Only)
I believe that healing often occurs best in the context of a safe and trusting relationship between a client and therapist. As a psychotherapist, I strive to create a secure, caring, and collaborative relationship with each of my clients so that therapy is a place they feel fully seen, heard, understood, and respected. I work from an integrative and holistic perspective, meeting each client where they are and working collaboratively with clients to reach their own personal goals and to create lasting, meaningful change and healing in their lives.
I believe that healing often occurs best in the context of a safe and trusting relationship between a client and therapist. As a psychotherapist, I strive to create a secure, caring, and collaborative relationship with each of my clients so that therapy is a place they feel fully seen, heard, understood, and respected. I work from an integrative and holistic perspective, meeting each client where they are and working collaboratively with clients to reach their own personal goals and to create lasting, meaningful change and healing in their lives.
(267) 833-2687 View (267) 833-2687
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Carly Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109  (Online Only)
Looking for help is not easy and takes a tremendous amount of strength. As your therapist, I believe this is a collaborative process. You are the expert on yourself and we can both learn together how to make you into the best version of yourself. Collaborating together, we will find the core issues and work to make long-lasting changes. I meet clients where they are in a non-judgemental way to promote success.
Looking for help is not easy and takes a tremendous amount of strength. As your therapist, I believe this is a collaborative process. You are the expert on yourself and we can both learn together how to make you into the best version of yourself. Collaborating together, we will find the core issues and work to make long-lasting changes. I meet clients where they are in a non-judgemental way to promote success.
(484) 246-7801 View (484) 246-7801
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Nicole Venskytis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18109  (Online Only)
Overwhelmed or life got you down? Relationship struggles? My goal is to help you as you go through the stressors of life and we can generate solutions together. Sometimes we can even find some humor in it all. I strive to find creative ways to approach our work together. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, complex PTSD, ADHD, and families of addiction. I utilize modalities of client-centered, family systems, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, CBT, strengths-based, multicultural perspectives, and existential and spiritual approaches to form a holistic approach.
Overwhelmed or life got you down? Relationship struggles? My goal is to help you as you go through the stressors of life and we can generate solutions together. Sometimes we can even find some humor in it all. I strive to find creative ways to approach our work together. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, complex PTSD, ADHD, and families of addiction. I utilize modalities of client-centered, family systems, trauma-informed care, solution-focused, CBT, strengths-based, multicultural perspectives, and existential and spiritual approaches to form a holistic approach.
(610) 546-2794 View (610) 546-2794
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Crosspoint Christian Services
Pastoral Counselor, DMin, MAHS, MATS, LBS, CCTSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18109
Crosspoint Christian Services & The Vine Christian Ministry wants to reach hurting people in broken relationships, or families in crisis with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bringing the Hope and Peace that only Jesus can bring. Our Christian Counseling Services comes directly to you, to meet you where you are in life's journey. We have 2 convenient offices located at Crosspoint Wesleyan Church Administration Building at 1414 Pennsylvania Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018, or The Vine Christian Ministry office at 6235 Hamilton Blvd., Suite 101, Allentown, PA 18106. Call or email to schedule an initial consultation.
Crosspoint Christian Services & The Vine Christian Ministry wants to reach hurting people in broken relationships, or families in crisis with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bringing the Hope and Peace that only Jesus can bring. Our Christian Counseling Services comes directly to you, to meet you where you are in life's journey. We have 2 convenient offices located at Crosspoint Wesleyan Church Administration Building at 1414 Pennsylvania Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018, or The Vine Christian Ministry office at 6235 Hamilton Blvd., Suite 101, Allentown, PA 18106. Call or email to schedule an initial consultation.
(484) 638-6996 View (484) 638-6996
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Lucille Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
Lucy Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families to help them manage the effects of anxiety, depression, grief, life stress, trauma, work stress, OCD, Adult ADHD, and Mild Autism. Lucy has significant experience working with children and adolescents. She enjoys helping youth to express their feelings, feel more positive about themselves and develop positive coping skills.
Lucy Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families to help them manage the effects of anxiety, depression, grief, life stress, trauma, work stress, OCD, Adult ADHD, and Mild Autism. Lucy has significant experience working with children and adolescents. She enjoys helping youth to express their feelings, feel more positive about themselves and develop positive coping skills.
(484) 946-5798 View (484) 946-5798
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P. Myria Bailey Whitcomb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
Today, the world is moving very fast, often not allowing individuals time to do self-care, self-reflection, or personal/family needs assessments. I can help you slow the pace down and focus on your individual or group needs. For others, the world is unrecognizable, adjusting has become complex, and adaptation has proven complicated. My role is to help you find yourself and your strengths amid life, emotional, psychological, relational, spiritual, and physical challenges.
Today, the world is moving very fast, often not allowing individuals time to do self-care, self-reflection, or personal/family needs assessments. I can help you slow the pace down and focus on your individual or group needs. For others, the world is unrecognizable, adjusting has become complex, and adaptation has proven complicated. My role is to help you find yourself and your strengths amid life, emotional, psychological, relational, spiritual, and physical challenges.
(215) 607-8698 View (215) 607-8698
Photo of Kimberley Katz Napolitano, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 18109, PA
Kimberley Katz Napolitano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18109
Looking for a therapist with extensive experience with behavioral, emotional, and social challenges? I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults experiencing Life Transitions, Adolescent Issues, Post-partum Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bereavement/Grief, Anger Management, Depression and Anxiety. My approach is empathetic, genuine, and honest, and takes the whole person into consideration in order to foster growth and healing.
Looking for a therapist with extensive experience with behavioral, emotional, and social challenges? I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults experiencing Life Transitions, Adolescent Issues, Post-partum Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bereavement/Grief, Anger Management, Depression and Anxiety. My approach is empathetic, genuine, and honest, and takes the whole person into consideration in order to foster growth and healing.
(610) 320-2366 x1 View (610) 320-2366 x1
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
(610) 890-4554 View (610) 890-4554
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Meagan Roppo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT200
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109  (Online Only)
Whether you are navigating pregnancy or postpartum transition, the overwhelm of infertility or TTC, or are reeling from a pregnancy or infant loss, I am here to guide you and validate your emotions. I specialize in perinatal/reproductive mental health and help my clients to make meaning, integrate challenging life experiences, and find hope. My approach as a therapist and trained yoga teacher is through acceptance, somatic practice, and building on the therapeutic relationship.
Whether you are navigating pregnancy or postpartum transition, the overwhelm of infertility or TTC, or are reeling from a pregnancy or infant loss, I am here to guide you and validate your emotions. I specialize in perinatal/reproductive mental health and help my clients to make meaning, integrate challenging life experiences, and find hope. My approach as a therapist and trained yoga teacher is through acceptance, somatic practice, and building on the therapeutic relationship.
(484) 469-6196 View (484) 469-6196
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Marlena Wendrick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
We often find ourselves feeling stuck. In our jobs, relationships, friendships and even in our bodies. The societal pressures and expectations can be overwhelming. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, CPTSD, identity issues, grief and loss and more I am here to help. Healing and growth is possible.
We often find ourselves feeling stuck. In our jobs, relationships, friendships and even in our bodies. The societal pressures and expectations can be overwhelming. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, CPTSD, identity issues, grief and loss and more I am here to help. Healing and growth is possible.
(484) 956-7139 View (484) 956-7139
Strength-Based Therapists

How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.