Strength-Based Therapists in Catasauqua, PA
Having courage does not mean we are unafraid. Having courage and showing courage mean we face our fears. We are able to say we have fallen, but I will get up. ~Maya Angelou~ As a professional social worker for over 15 years, I have worked with individuals that come from all walks of life. What I have learned is that emotional pain is universal and we don't have to suffer alone or in silence. I believe in the strengths perspective that helps guide people to live a more fulfilling life. When we believe in ourselves great things are possible.
Having courage does not mean we are unafraid. Having courage and showing courage mean we face our fears. We are able to say we have fallen, but I will get up. ~Maya Angelou~ As a professional social worker for over 15 years, I have worked with individuals that come from all walks of life. What I have learned is that emotional pain is universal and we don't have to suffer alone or in silence. I believe in the strengths perspective that helps guide people to live a more fulfilling life. When we believe in ourselves great things are possible.
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My focus is on utilizing strength-based approaches to highlight the strengths that my clients already possess.
Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.
My focus is on utilizing strength-based approaches to highlight the strengths that my clients already possess.
Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, & Strength-Based Therapy to create a personalized plan.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or persistent negative thoughts? Maybe you're finding it hard to express your needs to loved ones, or you're feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety and depression. I primarily focus on treating anxiety, depression, & mood disorders while also supporting clients with coping skills development, life transitions, substance use, & relationship issues. My focus is to help you regain control over your emotions, find lasting relief from emotional distress, and achieve a sense of inner peace and happiness.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, & Strength-Based Therapy to create a personalized plan.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or persistent negative thoughts? Maybe you're finding it hard to express your needs to loved ones, or you're feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety and depression. I primarily focus on treating anxiety, depression, & mood disorders while also supporting clients with coping skills development, life transitions, substance use, & relationship issues. My focus is to help you regain control over your emotions, find lasting relief from emotional distress, and achieve a sense of inner peace and happiness.
Laura Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, CAADC, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18109
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.
Dominic A Pasqualino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Whitehall, PA 18052 (Online Only)
Hi there. I'm Dominic Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania with over 24 years of experience as a mental health therapist. I enjoy helping people get better at dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma/abuse, relationship difficulties, and substance abuse. I really look forward to meeting with you. My approach to providing therapy involves applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT) interventions to help deal with mental health problems. I also specialize in Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Hi there. I'm Dominic Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania with over 24 years of experience as a mental health therapist. I enjoy helping people get better at dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma/abuse, relationship difficulties, and substance abuse. I really look forward to meeting with you. My approach to providing therapy involves applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT) interventions to help deal with mental health problems. I also specialize in Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Sonya Hamilton-Padilla
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CMRFTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitehall, PA 18052
With over 17-years of expertise as a therapist working in capacities such as a Family-Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and as a Certified Marriage, Relationship & Family Trauma Coach. I am a warm, seasoned, and a compassionate healer. When we experience trauma and everyday life struggles, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed; these things cause our lives to spiral. No single approach is the right fit for everyone and I utilize a range of therapy modalities. I also provide Christian Counseling by request. I provide therapeutic coaching to clients who live outside the state of PA and to expats who are living abroad.
With over 17-years of expertise as a therapist working in capacities such as a Family-Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and as a Certified Marriage, Relationship & Family Trauma Coach. I am a warm, seasoned, and a compassionate healer. When we experience trauma and everyday life struggles, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed; these things cause our lives to spiral. No single approach is the right fit for everyone and I utilize a range of therapy modalities. I also provide Christian Counseling by request. I provide therapeutic coaching to clients who live outside the state of PA and to expats who are living abroad.
Tara A Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18017
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I feel that the bravest thing anyone can do is begin to understand their own story and as your therapist, I’m here to help. Let’s celebrate taking that first step in sorting out and making sense of your thoughts and feelings together. Sometimes our perception of therapy is stuffy, one-sided or that we cannot be our true selves during a session. I can assure you that’s not how our time together will be spent. You have my promise to feel heard, able to engage freely, be genuine, and feel relaxed in a nonjudgmental safe space to help you feel empowered enough to cope with whatever life throws you.
I feel that the bravest thing anyone can do is begin to understand their own story and as your therapist, I’m here to help. Let’s celebrate taking that first step in sorting out and making sense of your thoughts and feelings together. Sometimes our perception of therapy is stuffy, one-sided or that we cannot be our true selves during a session. I can assure you that’s not how our time together will be spent. You have my promise to feel heard, able to engage freely, be genuine, and feel relaxed in a nonjudgmental safe space to help you feel empowered enough to cope with whatever life throws you.
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.
Sarah Moussa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitehall, PA 18052
I address anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and more. I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy, and will always meet my clients wherever they are at when they arrive in the therapy space. Whether looking to manage anxiety in the day to day, or unpacking past experiences and how they play into current life patterns, once the therapeutic relationship begins there will always be someone walking alongside you.
I address anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and more. I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy, and will always meet my clients wherever they are at when they arrive in the therapy space. Whether looking to manage anxiety in the day to day, or unpacking past experiences and how they play into current life patterns, once the therapeutic relationship begins there will always be someone walking alongside you.
P. Myria Bailey Whitcomb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18017
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.
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 results 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 results 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.
La'Toya Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18109 (Online Only)
Finding a therapist you can connect with is not easy. Therapy can be both frustrating and exhausting; it can make you cry, it can make you laugh, but ultimately, it can help you heal. I have 12 years of experience as a committed and compassionate professional working with adolescents and adults who suffer from trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also work with women who are experiencing the many transitions of motherhood. Now, how can I help YOU? Through an initial consultation, we will brainstorm areas where you want to see change.
Finding a therapist you can connect with is not easy. Therapy can be both frustrating and exhausting; it can make you cry, it can make you laugh, but ultimately, it can help you heal. I have 12 years of experience as a committed and compassionate professional working with adolescents and adults who suffer from trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also work with women who are experiencing the many transitions of motherhood. Now, how can I help YOU? Through an initial consultation, we will brainstorm areas where you want to see change.
Nicole Schuster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Whitehall, PA 18052
Are you tired of struggling with with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief, trauma or self-harming behaviors? Are you going through a major life transition and need support and guidance? I can provide you with a safe space to build the skills to overcome these problems and move closer to the life you want. My primary strategies draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills training, Solution-Focused and Strengths Based approaches. We will work together to pursue the goals that are important to you provide you with the skills to accomplish them.
Are you tired of struggling with with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief, trauma or self-harming behaviors? Are you going through a major life transition and need support and guidance? I can provide you with a safe space to build the skills to overcome these problems and move closer to the life you want. My primary strategies draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills training, Solution-Focused and Strengths Based approaches. We will work together to pursue the goals that are important to you provide you with the skills to accomplish them.
Jamie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who works best with individuals willing to consider "out of the box" options for lifestyle changes. She prefers to use holistic approaches and enjoy working with those who are willing to try new things. She excited to work with people who want to improve their lives and are willing to try new approaches that address many issues rather than just their presenting concerns.
Jamie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who works best with individuals willing to consider "out of the box" options for lifestyle changes. She prefers to use holistic approaches and enjoy working with those who are willing to try new things. She excited to work with people who want to improve their lives and are willing to try new approaches that address many issues rather than just their presenting concerns.
Michelle Callahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Whitehall, PA 18052
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that enjoys helping people and supporting them to achieve their goals. I believe that it is important to discuss and incorporate a client's beliefs, values, and strengths into therapy. This helps me to understand how to best support my clients and to use their strengths to empower them. I have experience with a variety of reasons for clients seeking therapy and have acquired numerous therapeutic techniques and interventions to personalize treatment to each individual client. I have worked with clients as young as two years old and have extensive experience with family therapy as well.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that enjoys helping people and supporting them to achieve their goals. I believe that it is important to discuss and incorporate a client's beliefs, values, and strengths into therapy. This helps me to understand how to best support my clients and to use their strengths to empower them. I have experience with a variety of reasons for clients seeking therapy and have acquired numerous therapeutic techniques and interventions to personalize treatment to each individual client. I have worked with clients as young as two years old and have extensive experience with family therapy as well.
Allow me the joy of assisting you become more of your authentic self! Lindsay loves to empower people's differences, from Neurodiversity (adult+child ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum) to various sensitivities of the nervous system (HSPs, sensory sensitives, trauma/PTSD and related disorders, grief) through the EMDR technique, talk and hypnosis. The most key elements of Lindsays unique approach are: finding and practicing balance in your life (yin and yang), self compassion, compassion for human nature to understand those near us, the gray areas of our lives as humans in the world (versus "Good and evil"), forgiveness and boundaries.
Allow me the joy of assisting you become more of your authentic self! Lindsay loves to empower people's differences, from Neurodiversity (adult+child ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum) to various sensitivities of the nervous system (HSPs, sensory sensitives, trauma/PTSD and related disorders, grief) through the EMDR technique, talk and hypnosis. The most key elements of Lindsays unique approach are: finding and practicing balance in your life (yin and yang), self compassion, compassion for human nature to understand those near us, the gray areas of our lives as humans in the world (versus "Good and evil"), forgiveness and boundaries.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Marianne Bartos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Whitehall, PA 18052 (Online Only)
Marianne Bartos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic care to adult clients who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, and many other areas of difficulty. Marianne establishes a warm and caring relationship with each person in order to assist in building on their strengths and work with them to meet their goals.
Marianne Bartos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic care to adult clients who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, and many other areas of difficulty. Marianne establishes a warm and caring relationship with each person in order to assist in building on their strengths and work with them to meet their goals.
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.
Specializing in evidence-based treatment for trauma/PTSD and substance use. Tired of just trying to get through the day? Feeling overwhelmed? Treatment from a highly qualified, licensed psychologist can help you get back on track and live life to the fullest. Whether you have anxiety or mood problems, have experienced trauma or have concerns about your alcohol or drug use, treatment can help you figure out the direction that’s right for you and how to get there. Experienced with first responders (EMS, EMT, Paramedics, Police, Firefighters) and survivors of domestic violence.
Specializing in evidence-based treatment for trauma/PTSD and substance use. Tired of just trying to get through the day? Feeling overwhelmed? Treatment from a highly qualified, licensed psychologist can help you get back on track and live life to the fullest. Whether you have anxiety or mood problems, have experienced trauma or have concerns about your alcohol or drug use, treatment can help you figure out the direction that’s right for you and how to get there. Experienced with first responders (EMS, EMT, Paramedics, Police, Firefighters) and survivors of domestic violence.
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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.