Therapists for college students near University of Pennsylvania

People are the center of my practice. While I have a wide range of experience and expertise in various techniques, I always take a person-centered approach to therapy. Every individual is unique, and it is important to treat your symptoms, not simply your diagnosis. Sometimes even the most basic and routine challenges of everyday life can seem complex, unpredictable, or even overwhelming. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, grief, or just going through a difficult transition, my goal is to foster a trusting, safe, and confidential environment for you to heal and grow. My philosophy is grounded in self-compassion and connection – that means helping my clients identify their strengths and learn resilience. Together, we can help you navigate life’s struggles and crises, emerging stronger, healthier, and more confident in yourself and your abilities. As a therapist, it is my responsibility to deliver compassionate, safe, and productive therapy that gives people real tools to create sustainable and lasting change in their lives. I believe that people heal most effectively when they feel empowered to regain control of their lives and confidence in themselves. My goal is to help clients create a sense of self-awareness in order to understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy. Having spent many years working in university settings, I understand the needs and challenges of being a college student and navigating the stresses and demands of student life. I work best with clients who are struggling with anxiety and stress, depression, and family and/or other relationship concerns. I believe that therapy is most effective in the context of a supportive and honest relationship in which we agree to work together to help you: -- Gain a better understanding of your feelings and experiences -- Explore aspects of your life or experience that you may have been avoiding -- Identify patterns in your actions, thoughts, feelings, experiences, and relationships -- Live a more authentic life, i.e., a life that is most consistent with your beliefs, values, and feelings As I listen to your story, I will offer reflections and interpretations with the goal of increasing understanding of your feelings and experiences, both past and present. An honest, unflinching look at our own feelings and experiences helps us make the best decisions possible about our lives. While I believe that understanding oneself is of utmost importance, I also make use of skill-focused approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy to help with the process of behavior change. While engaging in a process of self-reflection can be difficult at times, developing self-awareness helps you gain the skills to live an authentic life. In simple terms, the goal of therapy is to give you the skills to be able to check in with yourself about what you want and need and take the steps to meet those needs while at the same time nurturing and maintaining your relationships and social/vocational commitments.

For close to 20 years, I have worked in the field of mental health and addiction. I have extensive experience working with all disorders from mild to severe and specialize in working with the dual diagnosed (mental health and addictions) population; especially those suffering from mood disorders, anxiety disorders and trauma related issues. I am able to offer guidance and support to not only the client who is suffering but their family and support system as well. I believe that all people are capable of improving their life with hard work, openness and a desire for change. I am passionate about working with individuals that have experienced trauma in their lives and assisting them with rebuilding their lives and finding peace, wholeness and health. I am trained in several modalities; CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, and Harm Reduction. I have extensive experience facilitating both group and individual counseling and genuinely believe that all people are capable of change if they are willing to work hard and commit to the process.

We are on a mission to help millions of people to heal & become happy again through excellent online therapy. We provide a safe, caring environment with only top-rated specialists. We provide secure online therapy & counseling that fits your life. With a results-based, individualized approach, our goal is to help you heal and become happy again.

Sometimes our thoughts can lead us to feeling overwhelmed and trapped in our own heads. Allow me to help you unpack those negative thoughts, and empower you to create positive affirming ones. My goal is to work together with my clients to aid them in getting better acquainted with their emotions, and help them understand the relationship between their thoughts feelings and behaviors. As your therapist I will help you navigate various pressures, and triggers in order to be more insightful as a means of coping. I use a collaborative individualized approach and work together as a team with my clients. This enables us to jointly identify techniques that will empower your healing process! My specialties include work with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples, and the LGBTQIA+ community whom are coping with anxiety, depression, body image, life changes, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, and other related conditions. Starting therapy and opening up to someone can be unnerving.I invite you to schedule a FREE 20 minute meet and greet ( consultation) to discuss how I can further support your needs and to gain a sense of familiarity with one another.

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The mission of Today Has Purpose is to improve the quality of life through the use of the highest standard of treatment, providing compassionate mental health care to our clients. Through a comprehensive range of services anchored in evidence-based practices and a goal-centered approach, we are committed to helping every person we work with become the best version of themselves. Take the first step towards a better you. See the difference professional counseling services can make in your life.

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I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and adults. My clinical interests include, but are not limited to, working with anxiety, depression, trauma and LGBTQ-related concerns. I have advanced training in the Cognitive Processing Therapy trauma-focused approach. I began my clinical career in mental health in 2001, and have worked in mental health outpatient settings since 2009. I have experience in child welfare, and have held positions including adjunct professor, clinical director, and other administrative roles. My approach is individualized and tailored to the person I am working with. I believe in being supportive and patient, as therapy should not feel stringent or rushed.

I received my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Bryn Mawr College in 1995, and have been a therapist since that time. I have been in private practice in State College since 2006. My approach to therapy is diverse; I tend to practice from primarily interpersonal and psychodynamic perspectives, although I also draw from cognitive-behavioral paradigms. I see my role as provider of a safe and supportive environment in which to help individuals become more aware of the multiple aspects of themselves. A main component of the therapy consists of understanding how each person’s ‘story’ impacts who they are, and affects the difficulties they presently face. Clients are encouraged to consider their readiness for change as well as options for change that are both meaningful and realistic to them.

In addition to working as an outpatient psychotherapist, Jennifer has experience as a clinical supervisor and a graduate school instructor. Jennifer's therapeutic approaches encourages clients to discover how healing can come from improving relationships with themselves and with those around them. Jennifer provides counseling and treatment services in the Psychodynamic tradition to youth, adults, and couples. She utilizes various therapeutic approaches including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Attachment Focused Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She assists clients with identifying, setting, and achieving long term therapeutic goals. Jennifer works with clients to improve & utilize pro-social coping skills and increase coping capacity. She assists clients with gaining insight into the associations between their past experiences and present symptoms to improve their future interpersonal interactions and reduce distressing symptoms. She assists clients with developing greater awareness of their connection to themselves & to those around them by using the therapeutic relationship as a model and tool.

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I am experienced in working with individuals seeking treatment for mood disorders, codependency, substance use disorders, and other life challenges. I have also had success in working with the supporters and caregivers of those in treatment or recovery. I offer virtual therapy sessions for individuals living in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. I specialize in addiction recovery, eating disorder recovery, and mood disorders. I focus on developing and sustaining connections with my clients as we walk the path of healing together toward a full return to living. I'm looking forward to connecting with you and joining in your journey.

Hi everyone! My name is Alexis “Lexi” Edge LPC. I am the solo provider behind Better Days Counseling Services LLC! My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable space for my clients the promotes growth. I work with a range of struggles such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transition, self esteem related struggles and more. My approach centers on building a trusting therapeutic relationship through open, collaborative communication, while supporting and challenging clients to achieve their goals.

Hi there! Thank you for pausing here. Deciding to look for help was hard to begin with and finding the right helper seems even more difficult, I know. Whatever issues you are facing, perhaps its depression that is attached to your past, stress related to your present, or anxiety that is attaching itself to your future, I can help you work through it. It’s a privilege for me to be able to share lessons of hope and walk alongside my clients, until they have the breakthrough that they so desperately desire. My greatest joy is to see you step out from darkness into a brighter, lighter future – stronger, wiser, and hopeful! Life has not always been easy, so let's talk about it. There’s a Japanese practice of using liquid gold to fill in the cracks of broken pottery. Kintsugi, as it’s called, teaches that broken objects are not something to hide but to display with pride. I am here to help you fill the cracks and move on with your life. The one that is truly meant for you. - Talk soon, Gloria

Hello! My name is Joyce Galanti and I am a Professional Counselor. I am currently practicing out of my office in Hanover, PA. I provide individual, couple and marital counseling. I worked previously at Gettysburg College as a Suicide Prevention Specialist as well as a mental health counselor on campus. I have worked in the substance abuse field and specialize in co-occurring disorders as well as many other mental health treatments. I am the sole proprietor of my practice and love helping people. My motto is "LIFE happens". Sometimes we all need help when it does!

Hi there! Seeking support and guidance in life is a strength and a skill used by the most intelligent and grounded people I know. You are exhibiting this strength right now by looking for a therapist. I invite you to look through my areas of expertise and to visit my website for more detailed information about me and how I can help. If you are struggling with something that you don't see mentioned, please call, email, or text me, as this list is not all-inclusive. I am here to help you uncover the wisdom within that will help guide you and bring you into balance with yourself and your environment. Through the therapy process you will gain confidence and trust that you can handle whatever is happening now and whatever may happen in the future. It is a true gift to give yourself the care and support you need. Please take the leap and reach out to me today!