Teletherapy for Wayne, PA
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Watching your teenager grapple with issues such as self esteem, anxiety & depression can feel like navigating a storm without a compass. The worry & helplessness you experience are shared by many parents. Yet, help is just around the corner. With the right support, your teen can find their way back to a brighter, more balanced life. Using compassion & guidance, through this challenging time, we'll work side-by-side to help your family reclaim joy & peace. Together, your teen will learn effective strategies to help improve their confidence, so that they can live a more hopeful future.
Watching your teenager grapple with issues such as self esteem, anxiety & depression can feel like navigating a storm without a compass. The worry & helplessness you experience are shared by many parents. Yet, help is just around the corner. With the right support, your teen can find their way back to a brighter, more balanced life. Using compassion & guidance, through this challenging time, we'll work side-by-side to help your family reclaim joy & peace. Together, your teen will learn effective strategies to help improve their confidence, so that they can live a more hopeful future.
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Struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes, or relationship stress? My goal is to support you in navigating these experiences. I utilize a Person-Centered approach, offering a warm, non-judgmental, safe space for you to be truly seen and heard. Together, we will process your experiences, develop effective strategies to cope, and create a collaborative plan to achieve your goals. By integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) into my approach, I will empower you to enhance self-awareness, recognize strengths, and build the skills necessary to navigate life’s challenges effectively.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes, or relationship stress? My goal is to support you in navigating these experiences. I utilize a Person-Centered approach, offering a warm, non-judgmental, safe space for you to be truly seen and heard. Together, we will process your experiences, develop effective strategies to cope, and create a collaborative plan to achieve your goals. By integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) into my approach, I will empower you to enhance self-awareness, recognize strengths, and build the skills necessary to navigate life’s challenges effectively.
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Christopher Morrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087 (Online Only)
Whether navigating workplace balance or addressing severe anxiety, I am committed to supporting individuals across a spectrum of challenges. With more than a decade of experience as a therapist, I've cultivated a deep passion and expertise in applying diverse evidence-based practices tailored to the unique needs of each individual I work with. As a compassionate guide, I accompany clients on their transformative journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery.
Whether navigating workplace balance or addressing severe anxiety, I am committed to supporting individuals across a spectrum of challenges. With more than a decade of experience as a therapist, I've cultivated a deep passion and expertise in applying diverse evidence-based practices tailored to the unique needs of each individual I work with. As a compassionate guide, I accompany clients on their transformative journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery.
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Vicki Tornetta Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
If you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, depression, or mood changes please contact me. I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image issues. I am interested in helping the whole person, paying attention to the intersection of spiritual, physical, and emotional health-to encourage overall well-being. I believe that the counseling relationship is critical to the healing process, so I strive to create a warm, genuine, understanding, and safe environment, while using evidence-based treatments.
If you are experiencing increased stress, anxiety, depression, or mood changes please contact me. I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image issues. I am interested in helping the whole person, paying attention to the intersection of spiritual, physical, and emotional health-to encourage overall well-being. I believe that the counseling relationship is critical to the healing process, so I strive to create a warm, genuine, understanding, and safe environment, while using evidence-based treatments.
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Throughout our life each of us will be faced with a variety of challenges the outcome of which may profoundly affect us and those we love. As a licensed psychologist it is my privilege to give clients hope that as they resolve their personal and relationship issues they will begin to truly live the life they were meant to live - one filled with joy, confidence, enthusiasm and purpose.
Throughout our life each of us will be faced with a variety of challenges the outcome of which may profoundly affect us and those we love. As a licensed psychologist it is my privilege to give clients hope that as they resolve their personal and relationship issues they will begin to truly live the life they were meant to live - one filled with joy, confidence, enthusiasm and purpose.
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Hello! Do you have a lot on your mind but find it difficult to open up to people? Or, when you do share what you're going through, do you feel like the person you are talking to isn't really listening, doesn't care, turns everything you say into something about them, or worse, has a strong opinion on what you "should" do to make things better? What if you had a person in your life who, when you share your worries and dreams is able to really tune into you. When you talk to them, you feel like they understand you on a deep level; you feel like they see you in all your dimensions and accept you without judgement or criticism.
Hello! Do you have a lot on your mind but find it difficult to open up to people? Or, when you do share what you're going through, do you feel like the person you are talking to isn't really listening, doesn't care, turns everything you say into something about them, or worse, has a strong opinion on what you "should" do to make things better? What if you had a person in your life who, when you share your worries and dreams is able to really tune into you. When you talk to them, you feel like they understand you on a deep level; you feel like they see you in all your dimensions and accept you without judgement or criticism.
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Cheryl Sparks
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
Are you tired of struggling to make it through the day? Feel like you've had the wind knocked out of you by an overwhelming situation? Is your relationship stuck in a painful rut? Have you lost your joy to feelings of emptiness, loss, or fear? Do you wish that just one person could understand what you're going through? I help people like you find their way through overwhelming situations: troubled or broken relationships, anxiety, and depression. You don't have to find your way alone; I can help you find healing and get your joy back.
Are you tired of struggling to make it through the day? Feel like you've had the wind knocked out of you by an overwhelming situation? Is your relationship stuck in a painful rut? Have you lost your joy to feelings of emptiness, loss, or fear? Do you wish that just one person could understand what you're going through? I help people like you find their way through overwhelming situations: troubled or broken relationships, anxiety, and depression. You don't have to find your way alone; I can help you find healing and get your joy back.
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Bonnie Hallett Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, providing a range of services including individual and group therapy sessions. As an art therapist, I utilize the power of art to facilitate exploration and develop effective coping strategies for a diverse range of challenges. In my practice, I strongly emphasize collaboration and work closely with school counselors, psychiatrists, and family physicians to ensure comprehensive and holistic care for my clients.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, providing a range of services including individual and group therapy sessions. As an art therapist, I utilize the power of art to facilitate exploration and develop effective coping strategies for a diverse range of challenges. In my practice, I strongly emphasize collaboration and work closely with school counselors, psychiatrists, and family physicians to ensure comprehensive and holistic care for my clients.
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I am a couple and family therapist who offers empathetic and compassionate treatment for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I utilize systems theories to assist clients in exploring how our relationships and environment impact our larger goals and sense of self. I focus on developing a relationship with clients and building a trusting and supportive environment. I believe in the power of resiliency and connection. Regardless of your goals or where you are in life, everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. My goal as a therapist is to support my clients and to work collaboratively during treatment.
I am a couple and family therapist who offers empathetic and compassionate treatment for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I utilize systems theories to assist clients in exploring how our relationships and environment impact our larger goals and sense of self. I focus on developing a relationship with clients and building a trusting and supportive environment. I believe in the power of resiliency and connection. Regardless of your goals or where you are in life, everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. My goal as a therapist is to support my clients and to work collaboratively during treatment.
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Kristin Page
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSEd, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
Whatever you are dealing with, you don't have to face it alone. At some point, in all of our lives, it can be very helpful to talk to someone. I am dedicated to helping you gain insight and develop tools to cultivate personal growth and relief from symptoms. We will work together and we will work holistically, meaning I consider the mind, body, and spirit in a safe, compassionate, curious, and healing environment to understand yourself better and begin to feel connected, whole, and healthy. This type of work creates deep and lasting change.
Whatever you are dealing with, you don't have to face it alone. At some point, in all of our lives, it can be very helpful to talk to someone. I am dedicated to helping you gain insight and develop tools to cultivate personal growth and relief from symptoms. We will work together and we will work holistically, meaning I consider the mind, body, and spirit in a safe, compassionate, curious, and healing environment to understand yourself better and begin to feel connected, whole, and healthy. This type of work creates deep and lasting change.
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Brynn Cicippio, LMFT & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
I'm happy you're taking the steps to care for yourself, your family, your relationships, by looking for a therapist. I can also imagine you're feeling frustrated, confused, hopeless, and even eager to "get this over with." Therapy can help you stop the patterns, stop the stress... sleep at night and feel connected and heard in your relationships. You can heal from the past and move forward with confidence, grace, and purpose. Our expert therapists are here to help you. Our group therapy practice is comprised of therapists with specific education and training, making them an expert in their focus.
I'm happy you're taking the steps to care for yourself, your family, your relationships, by looking for a therapist. I can also imagine you're feeling frustrated, confused, hopeless, and even eager to "get this over with." Therapy can help you stop the patterns, stop the stress... sleep at night and feel connected and heard in your relationships. You can heal from the past and move forward with confidence, grace, and purpose. Our expert therapists are here to help you. Our group therapy practice is comprised of therapists with specific education and training, making them an expert in their focus.
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Elvan Kama Kurtz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
You deserve a therapist who is not only well-educated but deeply committed to helping you! If you're an individual or couple struggling with relationship challenges like affair recovery, communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, or sexual concerns, I'm here to help. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I understand the complexities of these issues and am dedicated to guiding you toward healing and connection. For those preparing for marriage, I know how important it is to start on a strong foundation. I also offer premarital counseling tailored to your needs using proven methods to help you build a lasting partnership.
You deserve a therapist who is not only well-educated but deeply committed to helping you! If you're an individual or couple struggling with relationship challenges like affair recovery, communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, or sexual concerns, I'm here to help. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I understand the complexities of these issues and am dedicated to guiding you toward healing and connection. For those preparing for marriage, I know how important it is to start on a strong foundation. I also offer premarital counseling tailored to your needs using proven methods to help you build a lasting partnership.
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Laura Elizabeth Farrell
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087 (Online Only)
I use a relational lens, and therefore each session looks different based upon the client’s needs and experience. I work with clients to create safer spaces that feel real and honor the many experiences an individual may be navigating. To me, the most important thing is to care and love one another. My work is rooted in care and love for humanity and the goal of betterment of our society as a whole, starting with the way we treat ourselves.
I use a relational lens, and therefore each session looks different based upon the client’s needs and experience. I work with clients to create safer spaces that feel real and honor the many experiences an individual may be navigating. To me, the most important thing is to care and love one another. My work is rooted in care and love for humanity and the goal of betterment of our society as a whole, starting with the way we treat ourselves.
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Counseling can be helpful when someone needs an objective person to listen, when their normal ways of coping no longer are working, or when they simply are feeling overwhelmed & hopeless. I work with people in a supportive & non-judgmental setting to explore their thoughts, feelings & relationships & in what areas they may be struggling. Together we identify one's strengths & find new, healthier, ways of thinking & behaving & outline a plan for initiating positive change in their lives. Through this supportive therapeutic relationship, we work toward sustained improvement in their everyday functioning.
Counseling can be helpful when someone needs an objective person to listen, when their normal ways of coping no longer are working, or when they simply are feeling overwhelmed & hopeless. I work with people in a supportive & non-judgmental setting to explore their thoughts, feelings & relationships & in what areas they may be struggling. Together we identify one's strengths & find new, healthier, ways of thinking & behaving & outline a plan for initiating positive change in their lives. Through this supportive therapeutic relationship, we work toward sustained improvement in their everyday functioning.
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What are you looking for in therapy? I aim to assist you answering this question in a calm and encouraging environment where your concerns and hopes are heard and valued and where we can work together for you to achieve this purpose. I will ask you guiding questions to encourage deeper curiosity and care for yourself, and together we will explore answers that will help you create goals to support the change you need. I work with individuals, couples or families facing emotional pain, anxiety, depression, anger, couples issues, addiction, etc. and I assist their making discoveries that can help them create change.
What are you looking for in therapy? I aim to assist you answering this question in a calm and encouraging environment where your concerns and hopes are heard and valued and where we can work together for you to achieve this purpose. I will ask you guiding questions to encourage deeper curiosity and care for yourself, and together we will explore answers that will help you create goals to support the change you need. I work with individuals, couples or families facing emotional pain, anxiety, depression, anger, couples issues, addiction, etc. and I assist their making discoveries that can help them create change.
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Life can be very challenging, and I am optimistic that each client is capable
of meeting that challenge. I am compassionate and an attentive listener. My style is interactive in helping each client or couple create a vision of the life they want to live. We work as a team to achieve your goals for a happier more fulfilled life.
Life can be very challenging, and I am optimistic that each client is capable
of meeting that challenge. I am compassionate and an attentive listener. My style is interactive in helping each client or couple create a vision of the life they want to live. We work as a team to achieve your goals for a happier more fulfilled life.
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"How did I get here? I have everything I want, but I can't seem to feel the joy. To even say this makes me feel guilty, embarrassed and ashamed." We all start out driven to create our best life. We set goals, timelines, but somehow it never seems to be enough. We get glimpses of happiness, but joy and contentment - that seems to be the mystery. Do you feel like you have fallen out of love? Do you wonder if it is possible to find your way back? Do you worry about your family and what you are modeling as a loving relationship?
"How did I get here? I have everything I want, but I can't seem to feel the joy. To even say this makes me feel guilty, embarrassed and ashamed." We all start out driven to create our best life. We set goals, timelines, but somehow it never seems to be enough. We get glimpses of happiness, but joy and contentment - that seems to be the mystery. Do you feel like you have fallen out of love? Do you wonder if it is possible to find your way back? Do you worry about your family and what you are modeling as a loving relationship?
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Julie Simonson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
I became a psychotherapist because my own therapy and therapist was so incredibly impactful. It is the greatest honor and privilege to bear witness to my clients' lives. I have an egalitarian approach; we partner together to give you the support needed to make whatever changes you are seeking in your life.
I became a psychotherapist because my own therapy and therapist was so incredibly impactful. It is the greatest honor and privilege to bear witness to my clients' lives. I have an egalitarian approach; we partner together to give you the support needed to make whatever changes you are seeking in your life.
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Kaitlin Babyak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
You’re counting every calorie, overcompensating with exercise, and feeling guilt and shame after eating sweets alone. Social events are hard because menus don’t fit your strict meal plan. You feel overwhelmed from one cookie, hate looking in the mirror, and believe changing your body will bring happiness and love. I understand the struggle with food and body image is overwhelming. You deserve to find peace with food, enjoy eating without guilt, and achieve true self-acceptance. My approach focuses on helping you reconnect with your body and trust your inner wisdom.
You’re counting every calorie, overcompensating with exercise, and feeling guilt and shame after eating sweets alone. Social events are hard because menus don’t fit your strict meal plan. You feel overwhelmed from one cookie, hate looking in the mirror, and believe changing your body will bring happiness and love. I understand the struggle with food and body image is overwhelming. You deserve to find peace with food, enjoy eating without guilt, and achieve true self-acceptance. My approach focuses on helping you reconnect with your body and trust your inner wisdom.
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Pat Wong Connolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087
You have good days and bad days. At times, the sadness and stress are overwhelming. Maybe someone important to you has died or you're struggling with a significant relationship or a life transition. Maybe others cannot relate to your loss & you're feeling very alone. You've landed here because you need to talk to someone about it. I specialize in grief and loss. Grief is a natural response to death & loss but this feels like a wilderness you have not explored before and you need some guidance. Are you interested in feeling less overwhelmed & more settled? You don't have to do this on your own.
You have good days and bad days. At times, the sadness and stress are overwhelming. Maybe someone important to you has died or you're struggling with a significant relationship or a life transition. Maybe others cannot relate to your loss & you're feeling very alone. You've landed here because you need to talk to someone about it. I specialize in grief and loss. Grief is a natural response to death & loss but this feels like a wilderness you have not explored before and you need some guidance. Are you interested in feeling less overwhelmed & more settled? You don't have to do this on your own.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.