East Lansdowne has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online sessions to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into trying it online, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based treatment.
Therapists in East Lansdowne, PA
Kelly Lambie
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC006868
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepression
13 years offering treatment
Welcome! My name is Kelly Lambie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. I have a Master's degree from Walden University in Mental Health Counseling and am a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors. I am married and have one child. Currently, I work in a private practice setting with ages 14-85 and in a multitude of areas. Because of the wide age range, I have helped my clients through depression and anxiety, school and relationship struggles, and much more! It is rewarding to watch people meet their goals and find happiness from within. I have an eclectic approach to counseling with a combination of Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I believe in creating a safe place to have conversations, and that anyone can benefit from counseling. I've worked in private practice as a mental health counselor since 2010. I often draw from my three years of experience as a behavioral counselor working in homes with families and my eight years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician. I have sat with people through some of the worst days of their lives. Because of this, I learned patience and empathy. Experiencing trauma and crisis first-hand has given me a unique understanding of how the world spins. Together, we will set goals and find ways to achieve them! I look forward to chatting with you!
Lauren Strunk
Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH14667, PA LPC PC013074
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
16 years offering treatment
Hello, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counseling who has been helping young adults and teens for over 10 years. I have worked in a variety of settings including private elementary school, public middle school and high school, as well as universities and community mental health agencies. My experiences have provided me with a unique set of skills to be creative in my counseling approach. I am a huge advocate of holistic wellness and therefore will work with each of my clients to assess how they are taking care of themselves and their environment in which they live, work, and play. I have a foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and often use those techniques when working with clients. I like to meet clients where they are at to ensure that I understand their goals for therapy and work with them to achieve them for lifelong happiness.
Genevieve Crossley
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC008626
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
16 years offering treatment
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with many people's life struggles. I have worked with people with many different issues such as life transitions, LGBTQ, couples, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and life's general difficulties. I also help people who have experienced trauma and abuse. My therapeutic style is that of person-centered genuine interactions. I have a very friendly and open style and I like to meet the client in their world and current struggle. I try to walk in your shoes while I am helping you. My approach combines that of cognitive behavioral, person-centered, solution- focused counseling. I will tailor the treatment to each client's specific needs. Seeking out therapy takes courage and I will join you in whatever challenge is facing you. Can't wait to be able to work with you.
Diane Smith
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC010697
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
12 years offering treatment
Hi, my name is Diane Smith. Congratulations on reaching out for help. You have made a huge step towards achieving your goals. I have been working with teens, adults, and couples since 2010. I tailor my treatment approach to each client because I believe each one of my clients is an expert on themselves. I help my clients to recognize, discover and develop their own resources. I use a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities to enable my clients to reach their unique wants and needs. Some of the issues that I provide psychotherapy for are depression, anxiety, panic attacks, O.C.D., trauma, stress reduction, LGBT, family difficulties, couples therapy, grief, and P.T.S.D. I am passionate about helping people and I look forward to supporting you on your journey. Thank you for your time, Diane Smith
Adrienne Norwood
Clinician
License Type(s): NC LCSW C005765, FL LCSW SW12310
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
30 years offering treatment
I would like to thank you for reading my profile! I honor your courage to reach out and seek help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist with over 25 years of experience. I am licensed in several different States to practice and I practice from a Holistic Perspective. It is my belief that you must treat the "whole" person. I incorporate mind, body and spirit into my approach when it comes to assisting others on their journey of healing. It is a journey not a destination. We are always learning, growing, and healing if we choose to do so. Allow me to assist you on your journey of healing and awakening to your Universal Divine Truth. I will assist you by helping you learn to tap into the power within that has always existed! You will discover your true-self and be able to begin creating the life of your dreams. I am both a Spiritual Empowerment (Life) Coach and a Licensed Therapist and can meet either need. Allow me to help you discover the solutions for your life one session at a time! I work with individuals, groups, couples, and/or families who have experienced everything from child abuse, domestic violence, low self-esteem, bereavement, anxiety, parenting issues, and depression just to mention a few. When providing therapy I utilize a holistic wellness approach and use a variety of modalities when dealing with my clients. I do not see you as "your story, your past, your perceived failures." You are so much more than you realize! Through utilizing several different therapy techniques and years of experience, we will begin to explore underlying causes of what has you out of "alignment" and assist you on your path to healing and wellness! I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Again, It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Hysonja Fersner
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC014350
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesDepression
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Dr. Kristen Rumley
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LCSW CW016569, TX LCSW 113650
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
21 years offering treatment
Hi! I am Dr. Kristen Rumley. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience. I am also a USAF Veteran, where I served 8 years active duty. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I have 15 years specialized experience working with military, military families, first responders, and disaster response. I also have a lot of experience working with people on relationships, boundaries, and attachment theory. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I am genuine and authentic and I strive to do the best I can to help people. I believe that success in therapy is strongly related to the therapeutic relationship. I also believe that you have what you need within yourself to change your self-concept, behaviors, and attitudes and you have the ability to reach your highest potential. My role is to help you discover and understand yourself for overall personal-growth. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I do prefer video as a means to do sessions but I am open to phone if you feel more comfortable with that. I do not offer live chat options for 1:1 counseling. Thank you for trusting me with what you are going through.
Gloria Rodriguez-Benitez
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC002940
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCoping with life changesADHD
24 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Rachel Ehrhardt
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC006752
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment
Rachel Ehrhardt, LPC, MSCP I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology (MSCP) from Chatham University in Pittsburgh PA. I am currently in training to be Gottman Method therapist - completion of Level 1: Passed the exam. This method has been deemed and scientifically proven to be the most effective treatment for couples in relationships. I am working toward the credential of Sex Therapist. The credential is: Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP). In the fall I will be attending the Ackerman Institute for the Family; for further certifications. It is important to me for people to know who I am. To know me a bit before choosing me. I have 26 years (since 1999!) with experience working with individuals with a whole host and multitude of impairments in various clinical settings. I have worked with many populations in a vast range of settings: Prison. Inpatient. Outpatient. Psychiatric Wards. Schools. With children. 1/2 way houses. 3/4 houses. Alternative Housing. Nursing homes. With Deaf & Blind people. Vocational Development for individuals with Developmental, Intellectual, and Physical Disabilities. For 10 years I took people in wheelchairs & intellectual disabilities on field trips for adventure & respite through Exceptional Adventures based on Coraopolis PA. I work with individuals one-one one, and with couples. I do not work with children or teenagers - full disclosure, frankly I am not very good at it. To take on those cases would be such a disservice to those people and unethical to operate outside my scope of expertise, interest, and competence. Much of my career has been in Substance Abuse Treatment, including a decade in a Prison, with frankly, a rough crowd. People that were anxiously waiting to get back to their real life, their families, and out of the spider-web of Addiction and the Crime associated with it. They have lost so much - are at their lowest point in their lives - desperate to feel better, be better and live better. To break the cycle of addiction and criminal activities that have been in their family, their community, and a culture that may have taught or condoned these behaviors. To extend my hand to them and help them get back up on their feet - I consider to be a tremendous honor. To carry their secrets - the things they have never told a single soul their entire life - is very sacred to me. Some of my methodologies and direct nature are no doubt born of those experiences. You will see this in my personality. I consider myself as an "Educator", as well as a therapist. As I teach a lot of skills - the biggest thing I put the most emphasis on is THOUGHTS. It's all about the thoughts. Most of us have thoughts that are in some way inaccurate, flawed, based on assumptions, what we were taught to thinks, fears, and cognitive distortions. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is the gold standard for addressing and fixing toxic thoughts. Our brains naturally fill-in-the-blanks when we don't understand something. So I teach people to examine their thoughts - see what parts may be inaccurate (thus making them unhealthy) and essentially go back to the drawing-board with establishing more accurate thinking patterns. And we need to find the facts, look at & see if there is any evidence to dispute the faulty thought? Is it based in reality & likelihood? And we need to honor the evidence that either does or does not support the thought in terms of its factuality. For a lot of issues, I am a Solution Focused Therapist. This modality + my nature is very straight-forward. It's something that I am good at and often why people choose to specifically work with me. They are done suffering. This is a good approach for people who want to get to the root of the problem rather quickly. Then seek the solution and implement it right away. People are tired of suffering. As the expression goes "If nothing changes, nothing changes". And that is no longer an acceptable way to live. Doing it “your way” has kept you in the same holding pattern, repeating the same arguments, same destructive patterns. Note that this treatment modality is not the way relationship counseling treatment is addressed. Relationship Counseling requires a lot of sensitive and delicate therapeutic interventions, the Gottman Method being the ideal approach - it is scientifically backed via 40 years of research doing longitudinal studies of over 40,000 couples. These pioneers & experts are Dr. John & Dr, Julie Gottman. Therapy and healing is a process. An experience. It takes time, practice and repetition to create new ways of thinking. What you do during the time between sessions can really help and speed the process along. I send worksheets as homeowork, articles to read, videos to watch etc... We have to learn healthy Autopilots to replace those Knee-Jerk reactions that cause harm. We have to unlearn a lot of unhealthy/toxic autopilots, especially the learned behavior we carry with us from our childhood. Must unlearn and relearn what is healthier, safer, and aligns with our goals. In the words of Yoda "You must unlearn what you think you know". I do put it out there that I am very direct & goal oriented. I am bold and share my honest clinical assessment and feedback on where the disconnects are - if that is what a patient asks for....and most do. What & Where improvements need to be made, by whom, and How. Honesty about the situation needs to be said, by someone (which that someone is me)....or nothing will change. To hold back what needs to be said, that is a disservice to you, and not how I operate. I am clear with people about this, call it a disclaimer if you will. I am selective about take cases I take. People open to acknowledging their shortcomings, whom are willing to work hard, crave the enlightenment that comes from knowledge of the truth, want evidence-based resolutions backed by research, and will take my interventions and wisdom seriously. I can be honest, direct, bold - while still being polite and sensitive at the same time. If we are honest, time & money seem to be 2 luxuries no one has anymore. With that said, working with me is very different than laying down on the Proverbial “Freudian Couch” for years on end. Generally - by the time I am invited into someone's life, the research shows that it's been about 6 years of procrastinating, hoping/praying things get better. By the time someone makes an appointment - they have been suffering for a quite a long time. Desperate for relief and to get back on track. Many people have told me over the course of my career “Making the 1st appointment was the hardest part”. There is a lot truth to that. There is actually a Phenomenon where people start to feel better knowing they have an appointment on the books. They finally got out of their own way (sadly most people/couples take 6 years). But just knowing that help is on the way, that major hurdle gone. In that sense, there is relief regarding having finally made a decision to do it, as waiting for things to change on their own simply hasn’t proven to be the case. I do a lot of my work in Marriage & Couples Counseling using the Gottman Method. Many couples have come to a crossroads of trying to decide to either to work it out and stay together…or go their separate ways. Some aren’t sure - but know something’s gotta give, and soon or "like now!". Most relations are salvageable. There are only 3 true deal breakers that signify that the marriage is (and should) be over. Those 3 are: (1) Perpetual Domestic Violence (2) When one partner wants to have children and the other does not (3) A partners refusal to get help with an addiction. The key word there is "refusal" - addiction itself is not necessarily a deal breaker because it can be treated. It's the "refusal" that makes it unsalvageable. So as long as none of those 3 deal-breakers are plaguing your relationship - I promise you that there is a chance to get back on track, stay on track, and stay together. Note that it is a lot of work both inside and outside the session. There is no quick-fix. Being stagnate is no longer a viable option. And receiving professional counsel prior to an enormous decision about the future of the relationship is smart, respectful of the relationship and your partner. There are new things to try, some grey-areas that are worth exploring. I am a huge proponent of leaving no stone unturned. Especially when children are involved. With couples, almost 100% of the time the issue is around 2 things: 1) Communication 2) Intimacy When communication breaks down and someone's needs are not being met - intimacy is usually the first thing that goes out the window. It always comes down to one’s needs not being met. And though the other partner may want to meet their partner's need, or is trying to meet their needs - they just don’t know "how". Or they have not yet come to understand the "why" a particular need is so important. They may even feel that the need is dumb - therefore causing a resistance and stubbornness about providing the help. And that is cruel - to deny someone what they need because you don't agree that it should be need, or the need is dumb. The motto you need to adopt is this: IF IT IS IMPORTANT TO THEM - IT’S IMPORTANT TO me. That's the bottom line. We have to shift our mindset about our partner - they usually are NOT being lazy or malicious - they just don’t know, or understand. In spite of perhaps you telling them repeatedly. They don’t fully grasp it…yet. In other words, sometimes, they are not intentionally trying to deny us our needs. They don’t get it- yet - but they will. That's my job and I to see to it. One of the beauties & mysteries of why therapy works for couples is with my intervention, there is often a “I told you this a million times!!!”….type thing which is incredibly frustrating to the partner whose been saying the same thing for years and years. But somehow miraculously when I say it to them - it's as if they are hearing it for the very first time. It’s brand new information! (to them). It's because it is someone other than their partner. This time, it's me, a person with credibility. That combined with the specific words I use , my tone, my gentleness, and my in-depth explanation of the science of it all. My tone, my delivery, my frankness paired with autenticity....it all matters. I am able to harness peoples' attention and get them to actually hear and listen and comprehend. That’s one of the beauties & mysteries of why therapy works. Hearing it from a non-biased mediator (who is not their partner) makes it resonate in a new way, it sinks in, or finally clicks for them. A manner in which that coveys the importance and clarity that’s different and effective. And it's like a light-bulb turning on. The “aha moment” as they call it. Sometimes the partner of the one that initiated the therapy comes to me seemingly oblivious that their marriage is on the line. I wake them up to see the depth, and scope and gravity of the situation. THAT in and of itself goes a long way. So, once we get the other person to finally listen & hear & comprehend, we can finally start to get somewhere. We can identify what the “needs” are, why they are so important and can immediately start meeting them. And it is important to mention that nothing will be achieved if either partner is defensive. These conversations can only take place during a period of time that is calm with no one in a fight/flight/freeze state physiologically and mentally. Nothing good happens when people are defensive. Why? There is not a lot of cognitive processing going on - the person is so consumed by their physiological state that has hijacked their brain. They can’t hear you! I teach a lot about the gender differences. It is astounding not only how different men & women really are - we are wired VERY differently than each other. Example: Men are naturally inclined to "fix things". When a man can't "fix it" generally he experiences frustration which gets displayed in ways that look like anger. So I teach men how to better understand women. What she needs, why she needs it, and how to go about meeting her need. I strive to eliminate "the middle man" - which are things like confusion, anxiety, and feeling rejected. I teach women about how men are wired in general, what men generally need to feel a sense of accomplishment, what he needs from her, how to really help him understand why she is at her breaking point. How all of this factors into their dynamic, which has become dysfunctional over time in many ways. I help her figure out how to meet his need, why he needs it, etc... The key to all of this - understanding. Understanding leads to insight. Insight leads to empathy. Once there is empathy....that's when the good stuff happens. Couples tend to see progress right away.....when & IF they are willing to work hard. When they stop doing what doesn't work....which is what brought them to me in the 1st place. When they actually follow my guidance and implement my teachings. And it's often changing little subtle things. What we perceive as those “little things”….have more weight and importance than we had realized. The goal in conversations that conflict surrounded them is not what you may think. The "goal" is not to Solve the problem. The goal is in fact: Understanding how the other person feels about the problem. The solutions comes much later. I am a mom of 3, so I’m am warm & fuzzy & as call myself “fluffy” and very silly. My children are 15, 10 and 8 (Boy -Girl -Boy). By the way, I carried all 3 babies/pregnancies through my time working in the Prison. That tells you a lot about my personality. I was unphased by this, never once afraid. Believe it or not - I felt safer there than walking down the street. Surprisingly - Inmates were incredibly protective of me, more so than one would imagine. I am married to my husband of 16 years whom is also a Clinician (Craig Ehrhardt). My favorite color is Yellow. A big fan of Star Wars, favorite activity is going to Thrift-Shops, and simply being in the sun. My favorite foods are Eggplant Parmesan, Cheesecake, Porterhouse Steak (medium rare) and Bacon. Favorite shows are/were The Office, Breaking Bad and “How it’s Made”. Hobbies are keeping up with research on Neuroscience and playing Chess. Really anything that involves Critical and Analytical Thinking - my mind is never at rest. My childhood idol was Mother Teresa- and is still my idol to this day. I try to emulate her values and instill that unconditional-kindness in my children. (Note: I like to follow up that statement with saying I am in no way religious or affiliate with any faith or church. I am spiritual and do believe in something bigger than me. I’m partially convinced that the Matrix is real). Every Christmas me and my 3 children make pillows to distribute to the Homeless. We walk around Downtown Pittsburgh handing out pillows. Our family motto is: “Be grateful, not greedy”. I am a mom, working full-time, and enrolled in school - so and I know how hard it is to multitask in this day and age. To do it all. Be all to all people. To make sacrifices day in and day out. I also know how critical Self-Care is. You and your well-being needs to be your priority right now, and exploring therapy does count as Self-Care. I like to say "You will never find time, you have to MAKE time". So make the time, make the investment in yourself and let's get you on the schedule. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I have been told that other clinicians' bio's are just a few sentences. That's just not how I operate. Something that is very important to me is that people see and know who I am. Not just as a clinician - in addition to know who I am as a person. It is very important for you to feel safe with and have a connection to your therapist. So with this information, hopefully it will allow you to decipher if you think we will click. And I am always eternally grateful to those that choose me. That feels like an honor to be given the opportunity to help you. Rachel Ehrhardt, LPC, MSCP ******************************************* ALSO: "Live Chat" is a wonderful option for many people. It offers a certain degree of discretion that can be done anywhere. Sometimes people do not want their partner, children or coworkers to overhear. It can be done at your desk at work, which people enjoy because they “look like” they are working. Lunch breaks seem to be a thing of the past, and we have no time, as I said before - something’s gotta give! Chat is good for if you have to be in a loud place, or have a sleeping baby! Many people whom travel use it when they are at an airport, bus, noisy place etc.. For people whom are highly anxious, it's more relaxing and feels like less pressure. For all of us that have to muilt-task (we have no choice!). And thanks to the surge in people working from home post-pandemic - we have more flexibility during the day. Options like this exist now, and people love the "Live Chat". We can see eachother typing, in real time. It's great!
Terry Berger
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LCSW CW018888
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTGriefParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
35 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Dr. Thomas Appel-Schumacher
Clinician
License Type(s): PA Psychologist PS020433, NC Psychologist 0918
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed as a Psychologist in North Carolina and Pennsylvania with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Veronica Petrillo
Clinician
License Type(s): PA Psychologist PS020423
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
5 years offering treatment
I believe that therapy is most effective when it’s a collaborative process built on trust, empathy, and genuine connection. My approach is grounded in meeting each individual where they are—with compassion, curiosity, and respect for their unique experiences. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as parents and caregivers, to support emotional well-being and growth. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and life transitions. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. My clinical training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and evidence-based parenting strategies. Whether you’re navigating a specific challenge or looking for support in better understanding yourself or your child, I aim to work collaboratively to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
Haylee Sutter
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LCSW CW026054
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTParenting issuesCoping with life changesADHD
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, concentration, & memory. I also have experience working with focus. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Cassie Kilheeney
Clinician
License Type(s): PA LPC PC018506
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment
I am a licensed professional counselor with experience in many different areas, including substance use issues, grief, and trauma. My therapy style is creative with a focus on you and what you want to work on emotionally, no matter what the problem.
How to find a licensed therapist serving clients in East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania
Finding the best therapist close by in East Lansdowne can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area. You can get connected with a clinician in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services with therapists that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of support of this kind with BetterHelp therapists can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp
It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses for therapists. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained able to treat individuals and couples, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy in the East Lansdowne region and in the state of Pennsylvania. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.
A mental health professional working through their own in-person therapy practice in East Lansdowne or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.
There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater East Lansdowne area offering therapy for:
- CBT
- DBT
- Substance use
- Couples
When you're ready to start your search keep in mind what support you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of East Lansdowne, elsewhere in Delaware, or in the greater state of Pennsylvania. Get matched with one of the therapists working on the BetterHelp platform today.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about licensed therapists and mental health services
Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the East Lansdowne area can be found below:
Does BetterHelp take insurance?
Yes, BetterHelp has joined with major insurance carriers in select states to provide in-network therapy coverage. Coverage may vary by plan, provider, and therapist availability. Insured members pay an average co-pay of around $19 per session. Average co-pay is based on current insured BetterHelp members. Explore insurance coverage in major Texas cities like Arlington, Lubbock, Plano, Corpus Christi, El Paso, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Austin.
How does the cost of an in-person therapist compare to BetterHelp?
The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US with most therapists is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in East Lansdowne due to a higher cost of living, and a limited number of therapists taking new clients. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:
- With a psychiatrist: $150-$500
- With therapists: $100-300
- With a clinician: $100
While many psychologists in East Lansdowne may not take health insurance, some in the state of Pennsylvania may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With a BetterHelp therapist throughout the state of Pennsylvania you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $70 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).
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How are therapists on a East Lansdowne online therapy platform verified?
Therapists in Pennsylvania working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. Therapists have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, therapists here all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing.
Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from East Lansdowne psychiatrists to prescribe a drug or medication as treatment, or perform psychological assessments and other psychiatric services.
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How does BetterHelp online therapy work?
BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in East Lansdowne above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client for in person sessions.
Through BetterHelp, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, marriage, and more. Get matched today.
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What mental health issues can a therapist address?
BetterHelp's verified therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day.
East Lansdowne therapists' specialties available through the BetterHelp platform
- Cognitive behavioral
- Behavior
- EMDR
- Talk therapy
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders counselor
- Stress
- Eating disorders
- Grief
- Attachment
- Relationships
- Children, adolescents, and teens
- Addiction (substance abuse)
- Divorce
- Trauma or PTSD
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychodynamic treatment with a counselor
- Alcohol use disorders
- OCD counselor
- ADHD
- Mood disorders
- Sex addiction
- Complex trauma
- Life transition
You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain.us, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide with licensed therapists.
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Is BetterHelp right for me?
One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.
Therapists in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy in East Lansdowne is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.
Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words with a psychotherapist.
With a lot of people in PA, therapists may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 19050 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site where you can schedule a session based on your and the therapist's schedule. No matter if you are seeking help from therapists around or in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.
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How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a East Lansdowne therapist?
Before seeing your therapist near you, prep for your session by reading to understand the process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, you can let our therapists know if you have any concerns or feel unsure about what to talk about. therapists near you may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions while offering mental health services. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn how to best help and support you.
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Should I find a East Lansdowne therapist or psychologist for therapy if I feel fine?
Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what it might entail. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or specific condition. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback. A East Lansdowne licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.
Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find with a counselor can be dependent on your process.
People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles that a counselor can help with.
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Is therapy worth it?
Therapy with a licensed counselor is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. An experienced clinician can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health therapist has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based licensed clinician in East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.
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Do therapists judge you in therapy?
The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.
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Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to BetterHelp or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out to customer service through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.
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