Therapy Services in Pennsylvania
Real support for adults ready for emotional freedom, stronger boundaries, and real change.
Not focused on diagnoses — focused on growth, healing, and building resilience.
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma isn’t always a “big” event. It’s anything that changed how you see yourself, other people, or the world.
- Hypervigilance or feeling unsafe even when nothing is wrong
- People-pleasing and difficulty saying no
- Emotional numbness or disconnecting from yourself
- Chronic guilt or shame that doesn’t match reality
- Difficulty trusting others — or trusting too quickly
- Reactions that feel “too big” for the situation
- Avoiding reminders of what happened
How we work on it: We don’t just talk about trauma, we process it and move through it, using trauma-informed approaches.
This is not about reliving every detail. It’s about understanding the impact, releasing what no longer serves you, and building skills to feel safe in your own life again.
We go at your pace, but we do move forward. No staying stuck in the story forever.
Boundaries
If you struggle with boundaries, you’re probably exhausted, resentful, overwhelmed, or feeling responsible for everyone but yourself.
- Saying yes when you want to say no
- Feeling guilty for taking care of yourself
- Overextending and burning out
- Letting people treat you in ways you don’t deserve
- Not knowing where your needs end and others’ begin
- Difficulty asking for what you need
How we work on it: We identify where your boundaries are weak, why you learned to ignore your own needs, and how to set limits without guilt.
This work is practical, not theoretical. You’ll actually practice:
- Saying no
- Asking for what you need
- Holding your limits
- Tolerating the discomfort of change
Boundaries aren’t selfish. They’re necessary. We’ll work on making them non-negotiable.
Life Transitions
Major changes force you to question who you are and what you want. Even good changes can feel destabilizing.
- Career changes (especially leaving toxic environments)
- Relationship endings or major shifts
- Identity changes
- Major losses or grief
- Moving or relocating
- Becoming a parent (or deciding not to)
- Feeling like life didn’t turn out how you expected
How we work on it: We don’t just “cope” with change, we use it.
Transitions are opportunities to redefine who you are becoming. We clarify your values, challenge old narratives, and help you build a life that actually fits you.
This isn’t about getting back to “normal.” It’s about building something better.
Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety and depression are often symptoms, but not the whole story. I look at what’s underneath:
- Unprocessed trauma
- Weak or inconsistent boundaries
- Living a life that doesn’t align with who you are
- Grief or unresolved loss
- Perfectionism or impossible expectations
- Family or cultural pressures
- Burnout from over-functioning
How we work on it: We use CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based tools to help you regulate emotions and challenge unhelpful thoughts — but we also dig deeper.
I validate what you feel AND help you see the facts. You’ll learn practical skills, and we’ll address root causes so you get lasting change, not temporary relief.
Empowerment & Personal Growth
This isn’t surface-level “self-help.” This is real empowerment — becoming someone who trusts themselves, handles challenges, and feels grounded in who they are.
- Understanding your patterns
- Building confidence through action
- Developing trust in yourself
- Strengthening emotional regulation
- Taking ownership of your choices
- Building resilience
- Learning to handle hard things
How we work on it: I believe in your ability to grow — and part of my job is helping you believe it too.
Real empowerment comes from:
- Doing hard things
- Learning from setbacks
- Challenging limiting beliefs
- Building skills that make life easier
- Stepping outside your comfort zone with support
You won’t leave every session feeling warm and fuzzy. But you will leave with clarity, tools, and a deeper belief in what you’re capable of.
Couples Counseling
I work with couples who want to look at their own patterns — not just point at each other.
- Traditional couples
- LGBTQ+ partnerships
- Non-monogamous/polyamorous relationships
- Couples navigating cultural or major life changes
How we work on it: We focus on communication, conflict patterns, and emotional connection. I’m not here to take sides or validate harmful behavior.
For couples therapy to work, both partners must be willing to look at their part, take feedback, and grow. If one person is here only to be “right,” this won’t be effective. But if both show up honestly, we can make meaningful progress.
What I Don’t Focus On
Diagnosis as identity
Labels can be helpful, but they don’t define your entire story.
Surface-level coping without root work
We use coping skills — but we also address the deeper patterns that create the need for them.
Judgment about your struggles
We look at patterns honestly, but always with respect for what you’ve been through.
Ready to Get Started?
All services are offered via secure telehealth anywhere in Pennsylvania.
Contact me directly by phone, email, or text to schedule your first session.