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As a gay man who has had unique cultural and identity experiences of my own, I understand the importance of validating and explori...
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As a gay man who has had unique cultural and identity experiences of my own, I understand the importance of validating and exploring one's experiences with personal context in mind.
I am a licensed associate professional counselor (LAPC) with 2 years of experience providing counseling to adults navigating identity, emotional processing, and life transitions. I value openness, collaboration, and validation in the therapeutic relationship and work best with clients interested in self-exploration and understanding their internal experiences in a supportive, affirming space.
I earned my master’s degree in counseling psychology from Temple University. My work is grounded in a person-centered, gender-affirming, sex-positive, and culturally informed framework. I draw from emotion-focused therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and internal family systems.
Seeking support can feel difficult, but it can also be deeply rewarding. I strive to create a gentle, collaborative environment where you feel heard and respected. Together, we will move at a pace that feels right for you, supporting your ability to reconnect with yourself and take an active role in your healing.
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As a woman committed to living a values-based life, I understand the internal battle of often putting life on hold, believing that...
As a woman committed to living a values-based life, I understand the internal battle of often putting life on hold, believing that our pain needs to stop or lessen before we can begin to live and bring our dreams to life in the present moment.
Nastassja Hanna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with five years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction within the family, relationship issues, borderline personality, self-esteem, spiritual and religious issues, and life adjustments.
Nastassja completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) at Lancaster Bible College| | Capital Seminary and Graduate School. She has worked with a diverse population providing counseling and skills-building for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples struggling with persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse/use disorders. She also has previous experience counseling in a college setting and providing in-home, family-based therapy using the Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) model to children and adolescents in danger of out-of-home placement. Nastassja’s personal and professional experiences enable her to provide guidance, support, and evidence-based treatment her clients seek. Nastassja utilizes multiples treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Christian Counseling, Family Systems, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Reality Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT).
Most people struggle, even amid what appear to be successful lives. As we all experience life transitions and challenges, Nastassja is confident that she will be able to support you on your journey to change and growth. She trusts that with professional guidance, skills, and tools, you can author the story of your happiness by freeing yourself from suffering to live a life committed to values-based living. If you are ready to begin this journey in partnership with Nastassja, schedule an appointment with her today.
In a world that can feel overwhelming and chaotic, I hold space for you to slow down, breathe, and rediscover hope....
In a world that can feel overwhelming and chaotic, I hold space for you to slow down, breathe, and rediscover hope.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over eight years of experience in the mental health field. I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, low self-esteem, life transitions, poor coping skills, and chronic stress. My experience working with low-income individuals and families, combined with living with a physical disability, allows me to provide compassionate guidance and support clients are seeking.
I earned my bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Art and my master’s in Clinical Counseling from Alvernia University. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused methods to help clients feel empowered and understood.
I know starting therapy can feel intimidating, so my goal is to provide a warm, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and encouraged. I help them build on their strengths and take steps toward their goals. Appointments can be scheduled online or by phone today!
As a person-centered therapist, I see you as the expert on yourself, and I am here to help support you and guide you on your journ...
As a person-centered therapist, I see you as the expert on yourself, and I am here to help support you and guide you on your journey to healing and well-being.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience supporting adults who often feel stuck, lost, or alone as they work toward healing and change. I help clients struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where you are the expert of your story. Together, we’ll identify your goals and create a safe, compassionate space to explore, reflect, and move forward at your own pace.
I earned my Master’s in Professional Clinical Counseling from La Salle University. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help reframe unhelpful thoughts and dialectical behavior therapy to build coping skills and emotional regulation. My approach blends insight, empathy, and empowerment to help you feel grounded and supported.
It takes courage to ask for help, but you don’t have to do it alone. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental environment where you can share openly and begin your journey of healing and self-discovery. You deserve a life filled with happiness, purpose, and connection—and I would be honored to help you get there.
With experience working with a range in both age groups and presenting problems, I can be of assistance in addressing many concern...
With experience working with a range in both age groups and presenting problems, I can be of assistance in addressing many concerns.
Jessica deOrnellas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. Jessica has been working in the helping field since 2014 and working as an outpatient therapist since 2017. She has extensive experience providing evidence-based treatment to a wide variety of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. Individuals who are seeking help in dealing with anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral issues, undeveloped coping skills, grief, transitional periods, low self-esteem, stress, and addictions would be a good fit for Jessica.
Jessica received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Albright College and received her Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling at Alvernia University. Through educational and occupational experiences, she has provided treatment in outpatient, residential, in-home, and school-based settings. Jessica draws on a variety of practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-focused cognitive approaches (TF-CBT), person-centered methods, dialectical behavioral therapy (BDT) skills, and positive psychology.
She cares about the overall well-being of her clients. Jessica aims to her client achieve their goals in mental health, education and career settings, relationship dynamics, support building, decision making, and personal life choices in order to create an overall healthy and fulfilling life that works for each individual.
As a provider and receiver of therapy, I recognize that asking for help is the hardest and bravest thing many of us will ever do i...
As a provider and receiver of therapy, I recognize that asking for help is the hardest and bravest thing many of us will ever do in our lives.
Lauren Shaak is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, and seniors manage anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addiction, stress, and self-esteem challenges. She offers individual, couples, and family counseling to clients who are open, motivated, and ready to change their lives for the better. Lauren believes treatment should invite discussion of diverse issues, needs, and goals, and that a positive dynamic between therapist and client is key. The ability to connect with all clients is at the heart of her philosophy of care.
Lauren has a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Alvernia University. She utilizes a variety of approaches including acceptance and commitment therapy, existential therapy, culturally sensitive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy.
Starting therapy can be daunting, but the healing journey doesn’t have to be scary. Lauren offers a space to be seen, heard, and validated at a time when feelings of fear and vulnerability may be at their peak. Please consider the benefits of beginning a healing, therapeutic journey with a counselor who can offer support, empathy, and perspective.
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My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is cognitive behavioral therapy. I find that it benefits people to identify the negative thinking patterns that they engage in and then reframe and replace these thoughts with rational ones.
I teach the following tools in individual therapy:
I know that a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they report an improvement in their ability to manage difficult feelings so that they have less impact on their daily functioning.
I encourage clients to document situations in which they experience negative self-talk that results in their experiencing difficult feelings. I then encourage them to document statements that counter the negative thoughts. I encourage clients to journal what they are grateful for during each day. I encourage the use of relaxation techniques daily.
To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can consider what you hope to achieve by engaging in the therapeutic process. Consider what factors are contributing to your current emotional distress and what you have tried to help you cope.
Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.
Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Our counselors at Thriveworks-Reading, are here to help and guide you. They are highly educated, experienced, and dedicated to assist you in your journey and to navigate the tricky curves that you encounter on your voyage. We would be honored to be by your side. “Buck up camper, we’ll tackle this mountain together!”
Counseling is a process in which professionals assist people in overcoming personal challenges and obstacles in their lives. These challenges could include stress, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, grief and loss, relationship problems, lack of coping skills, changing difficult behaviors, or even adjusting to difficult changes in your life; among many other issues too many to list. Counseling is about a relationship with someone that you can trust to support you throughout the process.
At Thriveworks-Reading, a counselor will take the time to meet with you individually and confidentially, in order to hear your story. They will help you understand exactly what the problem is and work together with you to identify and prioritize goals. Then they will assist you in developing a unique and individualized plan that will help shape your course. They will provide you with strategies and techniques to help you overcome your obstacles. They can help you with mapping out your future and finding a solution to your problems, or at the very least make them more manageable.
Counselors don’t have a magic wand, although sometimes it may feel that way. It is important to be as honest and open as possible with your counselor so that they can help you the best way they know how. They might give you assignments to work on in-between sessions. Although life is busy and it may seem silly, this will reinforce what you are learning and help you grow. Practice makes things more fluent and easy to do. Sometimes counseling might seem confusing. Your counselor has the right road map to get you out of the jungle, but you can’t see the other side. It is important to trust your counselor. They have seen other people come out on the other side. They have experience getting people safely to their destination.
It is important to note that although counseling is extremely beneficial, sometimes initially it can make you feel worse. It is similar to opening up an infected wound. It hurts, but you have to open it up and get all the yucky stuff out in order for it to heal correctly.
We understand it’s hard to take the next step when you don’t know which way to turn, but we are waiting to help guide and give you directions throughout your difficult and emotional journey. Don’t continue the road trip, without a map. Let us help you find your way throughout the jungle of life. We understand that it’s difficult to know who to trust in a sea of options.
Take the first step and call Thriveworks-Reading. Your life story is a journey and we can help you write the next chapter in your book. Let us help you make it a great one. Let us help you experience growth during challenging times in your journey and help you thrive, not wither, in the storms that you encounter.
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