Therapists for college students near University of Pennsylvania

Starting therapy can feel like a big step—especially if you’re used to pushing things down, holding it together for everyone else, or telling yourself, “I should be fine by now.” Maybe part of you wants support & another part is unsure, tired, or scared to open things back up. If that’s you, it makes a lot of sense. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns like people-pleasing, constant self-doubt, overthinking, or feeling burned out. You might feel on edge all the time, replay conversations in your head, or struggle to trust yourself & your choices. Others come in carrying the weight of trauma.

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Hi, I’m Liz! I’m a Licensed therapist (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Sports Social Worker - and founder of MENTL.SESH. I help people accomplish their goals, reconnect with their sense of self, boost confidence, and improve mental fitness by meeting them where they are at in their mental health journeys. Working with athletes, high performers and creatives to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and challenging life situations are my areas of specialty. Therapy should feel fulfilling and the last thing I want for my clients is for therapy to feel like a chore. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for working toward and achieving therapeutic goals, so I encourage you to feel all the feels, speak your mind, and be yourself in sessions. Therapy with me is a collaborative process and I want any clients who work with me to feel that they are heard and supported. Throughout the therapy process, we will explore both the highs and lows, whether that be through identifying thought patterns, behavioral patterns, current and past experiences, or self-care and coping skills. I'm a firm believer that healing is not linear and acknowledging the good is equally important to living your best life. I aim to have a down-to-earth, strengths-based & integrative approach and will most definitely throw in a few sports and pop culture references, thinking outside of the box, and use humor when appropriate. I received my Master’s in Social Work degree from NYU and have advanced training in, Sports Social Work interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Trauma Focused -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, trauma-informed practice, Functional Family therapy, and more.

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Do you experience hypervigilance? panic? overwhelm? avoidance? unexplained physical symptoms? Many of my clients didn't realize that their symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and relationship struggles stem from trauma. Trauma isn't just something soldiers experience — it encompasses so many different life experiences. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to get at the root of your symptoms, rather than putting a bandaid on them for a temporary fix. I'm trained in EMDR 2.0 and the Four Blinks Flash technique, and I use advanced EMDR software to work effectively with clients online. I also offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for clients ready to go deeper when talk therapy has reached its limits, along with Internal Family Systems (IFS) and ADHD-informed therapy. I've worked extensively with people in the LGBTQ+ community. If you're interested in working together, reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation — we can decide if we're a good fit. You are making an amazing and brave step in your healing journey!

Tired of corporate medicine and providers that gaslight you? Book an appointment with me! I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, and I specialize in treating people of all ages who suffer with all types of mental illnesses, including mood disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, Autism spectrum, and more. My job is to guide you through treatment, acting as your partner in your healthcare. I will tell you about your options, and we will decide on them together.

Are you having difficulty managing life’s challenges such as transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, or attention issues? I understand how scary it can be to take the first step towards change and I am honored to work with you through this. You are the expert on your own life and we will work collaboratively to develop effective strategies to better manage your life. I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with sadness, constant worries, difficulty concentrating, loneliness, relationship difficulties, traumatic experiences, feeling overwhelmed, and/or stress in the family, work, or school environment. With 8 years of experience in mental health, I present an eclectic, creative approach to identify your strengths and abilities to develop a plan that works for you. This allows us to start where you are now and help you to move forward at the pace at which you are ready. At LifeSpire, we work hard to assure you and your family are comfortable, regardless of what experience brought you through our door. Our office is easily accessible to Enola, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, New Cumberland, and Mechanicsburg residents.

Hi, I'm Gina & I strive to create active, collaborative relationships with my clients. I provide support, a fresh perspective, and evidence-based interventions that build on your strengths to help you achieve your goals. Change can be challenging, scary even but with it come endless new possibilities. The individuals I work with have a sense of humor, are motivated to change and value the benefit of an experienced psychologist. I find that CBT is particularly good at helping people understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings and actions. I have training in many types of therapy including; in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, TF-CBT, Prolonged Exposure, Structural and Strategic Therapy, DBT, and art & play therapy. I am also an adoption competent therapist via NTI training & TAC training as well as working with The Center for Adoption Support and Education. I specialize in anxiety, depression, frustration, neurodivergence, trauma & the adoption community. I also do anger management. I integrate multiple evidence-based approaches, including attachment & developmental theory, Dialectal Behavior Therapy & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I am adoptee & adoptive mom. If you would like an appointment please call 610-544-2110 and dial 1 for intake. If you would like a short consultation you should dial the same number and I am extension 103761.

Queer enough? Babe, you're overqualified. If you're questioning it, you probably already know the answer. Queerness isn't a checklist or a vibe check. You don't need a membership card, you are already in. Out of the entire LGBTQIA+ community, folks like bi, pan, genderfluid, and nonbinary people are often seen as "less queer" - yet we face the highest rates of gender/sex based anxiety and depression. The double-closet effect - feeling invisible to both straight and queer spaces - makes it harder to feel seen, heard, and valid. No matter the mental health symptom, for queer people, healing starts with feeling validated and affirmed. I help queer folks who struggle to feel like they belong (including in LGBTQIA+ spaces) embrace their identity, trust their "enoughness," find calm through adversity, and conquer life stress, relationship trauma, and anxiety. I'm here for your fluidity, your bisexuality (no matter the gender of your partner), your polyamory, your transness. Welcome home. Healing starts with being in a space where you don't have to explain or prove yourself. We don't have to focus exclusively on queerness in your sessions, but you will never have to wonder if it's accepted and understood. Whether stress, relationship trauma, or anxiety, we'll focus on what matters to you. When you're ready, I'm here.

Hi! As you go through this difficult time, please know that help is available to you. Transitioning to college or feeling the weight of college/life/family demands can be so overwhelming. You do not have to go through this alone. Whether you choose to schedule a session with me or someone else--you are visiting this page because you are seeking help. Commit to your own health and well-being and your life will feel so much more enjoyable! Please reach out today and let's see how we can get you back on track. Best wishes, Michelle

I work with young adults experiencing emotional dysregulation, low self-esteem, anxiety & stress, disordered eating/eating disorders, body image issues, relationship issues, & other mental health concerns. Aside from my role as a mental health counselor, I am also a mental performance coach for competitive athletes. If you're looking to break free from overwhelming thoughts, develop healthier ways to manage your emotions, & optimize your well-being to create meaningful change, please reach out to me for a free consultation & we'll take the next step together.

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The team at SpotLyte Behavioral Health in Downingtown and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, brings to life a reimagined behavioral health care concept in which patients come first. Their team based approach ensures every person receives the mental health care they deserve. With a variety of specialists focused on specific age groups, the team at SpotLyte Behavioral Health works with everyone from children to mature adults. All patients have the opportunity to work with a therapist, psychiatric nurse practitioner, and a social worker to cover all aspects of their social, mental, and physical health. Every individual gets the support they need, when and where they need it. Care managers monitor patients’ progress, advocate for them, and remove any barriers to care while also communicating with their mental health provider and/or primary care physician. This team-based approach allows for a rapid, effective response whenever necessary. The team at SpotLyte Behavioral Health uses a variety of mental health techniques, including holistic, integrative, and spiritual methods as well as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). They work with adults and children who have a wide range of social and behavioral conditions, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), conduct disorder, depression, and anxiety disorders. With an emphasis on making excellent behavioral health care accessible to all, SpotLyte Behavioral Health offers discounted rates for people without health insurance and those on an insurance plan they don’t accept. They welcome new patients all the time. To learn more about a collaborative, holistic approach to health care, call SpotLyte Behavioral Health, or book an appointment online today

Redefine Therapy LLC is a place that offers freedom and safety for those to take up space when the world has not given them permission to do so. Where individuals in marginalized bodies can receive the quality private practice therapy they deserve from a therapist who commits to working towards inclusivity, anti-racism, intersectionality, and a multicultural relational perspective.

In a world that is filled with judgement and stigma, a safe place where you can be yourself without apologizing is hugely important. I am a LGBTQIA+ and relationship minority affirming therapist. We all deserve to be seen and heard for who we are and not what others want us to be. We all deserve a place where we can let our guards down and just simply be--not just parts of us, but our whole selves. It is of utmost importance to me that I provide a safe, supportive, respectful space. I believe you, the client, are the expert of your own experience and I genuinely look forward to learning about your worldview. My two and a half years of traveling through the Middle East and Southeast Asia expanded my view on life. It further taught me that much of our knowledge is socially constructed and not universal truth, and there are multiple ways to view things. I enjoy exploring different lenses in which we can view the world so clients can find what best serves them. I'm trained in mindfulness and enjoy sharing techniques to live in embodied presence and more fully in our lives--instead of allowing the mind to ride on autopilot. If you're ready to move from living out of habit to living with more intention and purpose, I'd love to join you on your journey. That first call can be difficult, but the outcome so rewarding!

Amy Conwell has been working in the field of addictions, counseling, and pattern releasing for over 28 years. She has designed her programs to assist individuals to take a deep dive into self-discovery. Amy’s approach is compassionate and direct. She utilizes several techniques to help open the process such as exploring family dynamics, and relationships through generational patterning, systemic work, family constellation, Field constellation, 12-Step practice, yoga, meditation, eclectic spiritual paths, and lots of humor. There are flexible evening hours, just email and we’ll make arrangements. Also, all sessions are offered via zoom.

Are you ready to start a new path in your life? Or are you feeling weighed down by the heaviness of fatigue, worry, trauma, grief, or the pain of your past? You are not alone. Together we will understand your suffering, draw from your strengths, and develop new ways of coping with life’s challenges. As a therapist, I provide a unique integration of humanistic, experiential constructivist, and mindfulness-based therapies. I am passionate about serving the underserved, particularly the needs of the African American community. As a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves, I am also invested in responding to the challenges veterans face while at home and abroad. Aside from being a therapist, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, (anywhere with water!), failed attempts at salsa dancing, chocolate, and church.

We are a small private practice located in Shillington PA.. All our therapists are trauma informed with specialized training in trauma. We offer ART, Brainspotting, EMDR, DBT, CBT, client centered and eclectic approaches. Since forming our practice we have been providing care and support to college age young adults. Working through the challenges of life after high school can be uncertain and confusing, our aim is to help individuals find their path. We offer support and guidance through this phase of life and teach skills to help understand and manage emotions, reduce impulsive behaviors and live a life worth living.

You’re motivated, emotionally intelligent, and highly self-aware, but OCD, ADHD, Trauma and big emotions stop you from thriving. And you’re sick of it. You want to go through your day without intrusive thoughts getting in the way. You want to break cycles and heal from you and your family’s pasts. You want to create new systems that work for you. You want to find connection, and grow, and flourish. Treating OCD and Trauma requires supportive guidance. The difficulties of ADHD don't get enough respect. And let's be honest, rarely are we taught how to tolerate or regulate our emotions. I'm here to help. I understand the struggles of living neuro-spicy and many of the treatments I have learned and utilize have benefited me as well. I am experienced with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, and appreciate the mixture of things needed to support ADHD. Whenever you're ready, reach out. I'll be happy to chat, answer questions or help connect you with the right person if I'm not it. Contact me through here, or head to my site (takerootpgh.com) and click request appointment to self-schedule a free initial consultation. I can't wait to meet you! PS. Don't give up.