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Whether you are new to therapy or just looking for a new therapist, I'm proud of you for putting yourself first!...
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Whether you are new to therapy or just looking for a new therapist, I'm proud of you for putting yourself first!
Michelle Brook is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania with 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings with children, young adults, and adults. Her goal is to make each client that walks through the door feel heard, supported, validated, and understood. Michelle specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, and much more.
Michelle completed her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology at Holy Family University. She utilizes a variety of treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and many more. Not every intervention will support each client equally, so it's important to Michelle that she creates a safe, person-centered, individualized atmosphere for you.
Life is full of events and experiences we initially think we cannot handle. Michelle is ready to meet you wherever you are in your healing journey, and help you acknowledge that you are stronger than you may think. She is able to offer a warm and non-judgemental space for you to process, deepen your insight, strengthen healthy coping skills, acknowledge your strengths and values, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and set goals in order to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. If you are ready to put in the work, schedule an appointment with her today!
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Life can bring its share of stress; I'm personally dedicated to offering you the support you need on your unique journey....
Life can bring its share of stress; I'm personally dedicated to offering you the support you need on your unique journey.
Naomi Rybalov is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping adults, couples, and the elderly address challenges and live a happier life. She specializes in depression, anxiety, life transitions, women's issues, self-esteem, coping skills, ADHD, and behavioral issues. Naomi is a former case manager, which equipped her to guide clients through external challenges they may face outside of therapeutic sessions and also cultivated a holistic perspective within her, enabling her to consider not only the psychological aspects of a client's life but also the practical and systemic factors that impact their well-being. Naomi completed her Master of Science at Grand Canyon University. Naomi utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Naomi deeply values the unique journey each individual brings, and she understands that reaching out for support can be a courageous step. Her commitment is to create a space where you feel truly heard, respected, and supported.
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My go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is first and foremost to help them feel listened to. I want them to feel safe to discuss whatever their trauma was, to whatever extent that they are able to. I offer EMDR as one approach to treating their trauma, but I do not insist on that approach. I want the client to feel safe to explore their trauma however they wish. I find the best benefit in this approach because each person's trauma is unique and needs to be approached for healing in the most sensitive and understanding manner possible.
I teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy:
I know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they are able to report that the emotional intensity of their traumatic memory has dissipated over time.
Clients can supplement their time in PTSD/trauma therapy by practicing self-affirming visualizations and nurturing themselves in general, such as by associating with supportive friends or family.
To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, someone can try to have faith that the power that their trauma has had over them can and will recede in time.
At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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