You can change your life. You can become the person that you want to be. Sometimes it takes hard work, usually it means being uncomfortable. But if you are willing to do that work, you can meet your goals. I would love the opportunity to support you on your journey.
I have spent over 20 years committed to this belief and committed to helping individuals along their way. My true passion is helping those who have a history of trauma and helping them learn how it has impacted their lives. Empowering individuals take their power back from whatever it is that they have survived. Trauma is such a vague word, and many things can fall into that category. No trauma is too severe, or too insignificant.
I am a licensed counselor in Pennsylvania. My Bachelor’s and master’s degrees are both in Professional Counseling from Toccoa Falls College and Liberty University. I have spent the majority of my career working with adults from all walks of life. Making people feel safe and comfortable is utmost priority for me. I have an eclectic approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person Centered. I have trauma informed and focused on all my interactions no matter what approach is being used. Additionally, I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy.
In my personal life I am a wife, mom, stepmom, dog mom, and survivor myself. I love to cook, travel, and use creativity around my house.
I look forward to having an opportunity to work with you.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Antisocial Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
PA LPC PC014206
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Miriam is very easy to open up to, and talk honestly with. I appreciate the different perspectives on looking at a situation also. I enjoy and look forward to our time together .
Written on Apr 12, 2024 after therapy with Miriam for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Over the last 35 years, off and on I have participated in one on one, in person therapy. I cannot say, except for one therapist that I gained any real help. Miriam has already helped me to accept my situation and is helping me move on. I feel more sure of myself and relaxed!
Written on Mar 01, 2024 after therapy with Miriam for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She cares plain and simple, and we almost play off of one another. I appreciate the concern she's shown the past 9 months.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Miriam for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
I love her.
Written on Jan 08, 2024 after therapy with Miriam for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Miriam is an amazing therapist! She has been instrumental in helping me face the past in order to create for myself a brighter, more hopeful future. Miriam is compassionate, insightful, and a joy to work with. Highly recommend!
Written on Dec 10, 2023 after therapy with Miriam for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning addictions, and family conflicts
very nice person
Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Miriam for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management