Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
I believe and work from the viewpoint that all individuals and family units have the strength and ability within themselves to approach whatever may come their way and find a solution to address their issues. It is my responsibility to help the individual or family unit to see those strengths and abilities and approach them from both a Christian and systemic viewpoint. I work with children of a...
Trauma. It's been bugging you. The holidays came and went. Triggers happened and you're still recovering. Life feels hectic. You've been meaning to take time to care for yourself, but it just hasn't happened yet. You're determined now; you've made the resolution to take care of yourself...AND you know you want some help doing it. What if you could connect to someone who could truly see how you'...
Counseling is my calling, and helping you find resolution for what is not working in your life is my highest goal. As your therapist, I bring intentional listening skills, professional insight, and a safe, no-judgement space in which we can partner together to reach solutions that work for you. I believe that every person deserves "unconditional positive regard" and in our relationship you will...
My practice is rooted in my belief in the resilience of the human spirit, and my passion for supporting my clients in the process of healing and growth. As an emotionally focused therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families, and integrate a variety of treatment modalities tailored to my clients' individual needs. Among the issues I commonly work with are anxiety and depression,...
I have a very large tool bag to help you move through a variety of issues. I have the equivalent of a minor in elementary education, child psychology and developmental psychology. I changed majors to Social Work and feel my added skills of psychology and education give me a different edge than a lot of counselors in the field. I work with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, military veteran...
Let's take a break from the small talk that surrounds us in the world and have a real conversation about what you are concerned about or what you would like to change in your relationships. I specialize in working with teens, adults and families from a systemic perspective; the systemic therapy approach is holistic and integrative, recognizing that each individual exists in the context of the...
I believe that we are tremendously resilient and can achieve overall healing from any of life's disappointments and challenges by learning key strategies for wellness. These include, getting to know yourself better, building self- love, and connecting to a supportive community. As a social worker, I work with you to explore all aspects of your life to better understand the source of your concer...
UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. To me, being a therapist is about helping you to achieve your maximum potential in mental health and happiness. Do you feel like you need someone with whom to talk, whether to help you sort out some confusing issues, or to listen and empathize with you? I feel honored to be able to do this work and help you achieve happiness and self-actualization,...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about seeing others thrive. I feel honored to be a therapist and do my best to emphatically understand my clients’ thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I believe that the verbal sharing of experiences in a therapeutic relationship allows my clients to gain insight, develop awareness and foster growth. I feel that the therapeutic relationship is the...
Do you feel as though you are unable to "get over" your past, haunted by the feelings and memories of what you have experienced? Or perhaps you feel overwhelmed by current life circumstances and are unsure how to manage it all. If so, know that you are not alone, your symptoms are treatable, and help is available. I am here to assist and guide you in the transformation from suffering to healing...
Welcome to Core Counseling Services! At Core we strive to create a comfortable and inviting environment where our clients feel safe to explore and understand the challenges they face. Ultimately, they are free to entertain new ideas and develop behaviors that foster change and personal growth. We offer a variety of services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, families, and couples....
With the stress of all the changes, the increased anxiety I understand that therapy may be one of the most important choices you make for you or your child right now. I commit to provide you the most comprehensive clinical care available. I offer my clients over 25 years of experience providing professional clinical services to adults, children, adolescents, and their families. My approach to...
I service adults and children in Philadelphia, Montgomery, and Bucks county with special needs including but not limited to Autism, Intellectual Disability, Depression, and ADHD. In addition to this I have found myself able to aid families who have a newly diagnosed family member in navigating community resources and additional services. Based off of my experiences in social work the last 20 ye...
Your unique story, beliefs, dreams, ethnic/racial/sexual identity & life challenges will be honored in a non-judgemental environment. My style is interactive and empathic, emphasizing self-compassion. Areas of focus: infertility counseling, reproductive health, PTSD/trauma, grief and loss, mood disorders (anxiety, panic, depression) skillful parenting, career decisions, traumatic divorce, manag...
Regardless of where you are on your path to parenthood, I offer compassionate support as you navigate challenges and obstacles along the way. I firmly believe that each individual is unique, and that treatment should reflect this uniqueness. As such, I will work with you to achieve your desired goals in a manner that respects your personal values. Most people come into counseling to seek suppor...
