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Lucy Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 20 years of experience working wi...
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Lucy Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families to help them manage the effects of anxiety, depression, grief, life stress, trauma, work stress, OCD, Adult ADHD, and Mild Autism.
She completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from State University College in Potsdam, New York, and earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Syracuse University. Some of the different types of therapy that Lucy utilizes include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, solutions-focused therapy, play therapy, and family therapy.
Lucy has significant experience working with children and adolescents. She enjoys helping youth to express their feelings, feel more positive about themselves and develop positive coping skills. When working with youth Lucy also helps their families to cope with stress.
Lucy believes that each person is unique and helps them to find hope, understanding, and positive change in their therapeutic journey.
Lucy values each person's individuality and realizes one solution doesn’t work for everyone. With Lucy, therapy is focused on each person's individual needs and goals.
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As a gay male, I have unique experience that equips me to work with LGBTQIA+ individuals....
As a gay male, I have unique experience that equips me to work with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Kenneth Fulton-Resig is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Behavioral Specialist in the state of Pennsylvania with over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. He treats individuals from pre-teens to older adults, working with diverse individuals and backgrounds. Kenneth’s work history includes helping individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community as well as others with trauma, dissociation, anxiety, life transitions, depression, sexuality, alternative lifestyles, sexual dysfunction, and much more.
Kenneth graduated with honors from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor's in psychology, where his focus area of study was the transgender community and unique problems faced by the community. He also graduated with honors from Capella University with a master's of science in mental health counseling. He is currently working on his PhD in counseling education and supervision at Capella University.
Kenneth believes therapy has benefits no matter what life transition you are experiencing. He tends to use cognitive behavioral therapy as his base technique; however, he has a large toolbox of techniques to pull from to help individuals.
As a gay male Kenneth has the unique experience to help equip him to work with LGBTQIA+ individuals. He believes that each individual and every situation is unique and that there is not a one size fits all approach to mental health. He provides a holistic approach that evaluates the client as a whole and not just by the symptoms they experience. His goal is to meet you where you are as a client and promote positive change in your life.
Does life get in the way of life? Let's work together to shed the burden and get to the freedom that you deserve....
Does life get in the way of life? Let's work together to shed the burden and get to the freedom that you deserve.
Deborah "Deb" Knecht is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. She is a seasoned therapist who has vast experience in the mental health field.
Deb's specialty is Autism. However, Autism is not treated in a bubble — this involves all members of the family. She has also worked with families who have special needs children to ease the frustration and aid the family to establish boundaries of behavior in order to increase the fluency of the family dynamic.
"Do you need someone to meet you where you're at in life and can appreciate your position?" asks Deb. "Then, I may just be the therapist that you're looking for."
I believe everyone can live a purposeful and meaningful life without having to win a battle against themselves....
I believe everyone can live a purposeful and meaningful life without having to win a battle against themselves.
Mengyuan Wang is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has 2 years of experience interning and working in the mental health field. She is experienced in cultivating self-compassion and increasing psychological flexibility in her clients. Mengyuan specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, anger issues, and major life transitions.
Mengyuan gained her Master's degree at the University of Pennsylvania. She is able to work with clients from different cultural backgrounds and varying concerns. She uses integrative approaches including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and more.
Her goal as a therapist is to ignite your intrinsic power and accompany you on your journey of becoming yourself. Schedule an appointment with her to begin.
Rachel Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 14 years in the mental health and addictions field. Rachel works with...
Rachel Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 14 years in the mental health and addictions field. Rachel works with adults who are seeking help for trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, Women’s issues, and life transitions.
Rachel completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lock Haven University and received her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Arcadia University. She has a person-centered and solution-focused approach and utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing, among other modalities. She also likes to use art in order to provide a different way of looking at issues than just traditional talk therapy.
Rachel believes that everyone deserves to have time for themselves, be heard, and feel comfortable. She seeks to establish a caring and secure therapeutic environment to allow you to build on your strengths and meet the goals you have in mind and want to set for yourself.
As a woman who has been a client in therapy themselves, I understand the unique nature of reaching out for help when life becomes ...
As a woman who has been a client in therapy themselves, I understand the unique nature of reaching out for help when life becomes overwhelming.
Lindsay Bartholomew is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. She has 3 years of experience providing therapeutic care to children, adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression/anxiety, trauma, stress, ADHD, and self-esteem issues. Lindsay has also worked in a school-based setting working with students and school faculty on a variety of school issues.
Lindsay completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Penn State University and received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rosemont College. Lindsay utilizes collaborative, person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused approaches to therapy. She allows sessions to be flexible, creative, and uniquely designed to meet the needs of every different individual and couple.
Lindsay offers a judgment-free environment and seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and being able to have a happier lifestyle.
I specialize in supporting individuals who haven’t been feeling their best and are ready to take the first step toward healing and...
I specialize in supporting individuals who haven’t been feeling their best and are ready to take the first step toward healing and growth.
Teresa Casimire is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 5 years of experience. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, negative thinking, and emotional challenges. She helps clients build emotional awareness and develop healthier responses to life stressors through a compassionate and collaborative approach. Teresa emphasizes self-acceptance, forgiveness, and gratitude as foundational tools for improving mental health and personal growth.
Teresa earned a Master’s in Education in Guidance and Counseling from the City University of New York. She uses a reflective, person-centered approach to support emotional regulation and growth. Her goal is to help clients feel safe, empowered, and ready to make meaningful progress in their mental health journey.
Teresa values self-reflection and open-mindedness, believing growth stems from understanding oneself. Her priority is building a comfortable, trusting environment so clients can explore challenges and move forward with confidence and clarity. Reach out to Teresa today!
Vulnerability can be scary, but I’m here to help you through that uncertainty....
Vulnerability can be scary, but I’m here to help you through that uncertainty.
Hailey Ruegsegger is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience supporting individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health diagnoses. She works with clients navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, school or work stress, and has specific experience with veterans and first responders facing PTSD, depression, and insomnia.
Hailey earned her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Delaware Valley University. She uses an eclectic mix of logotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and somatic practices to help clients identify personal goals, build insight, and strengthen coping skills.
Reaching out for support can feel intimidating. Hailey strives to provide a warm, authentic, and safe space where clients can be themselves and experience genuine connection throughout the therapeutic journey. Reach out to schedule your first appointment!
I am looking to help others be the best version of themselves and ensure a more fulfilling future through education and a multimod...
I am looking to help others be the best version of themselves and ensure a more fulfilling future through education and a multimodal approach.
Jenifer E Finnerty is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years of experience working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, bereavement, PTSD and trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders. She has a history of helping those struggling with addictions as well. Jenifer meets her clients where they are and takes a targeted approach to meet individual needs. She works with adults ages 18 to 99.
Jenifer received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kutztown University. She uses modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.
Jenifer relies on empathy, understanding, and encouragement to help her clients regain a sense of self and empowerment to undertake challenges and improve their quality of life. She has made it her mission to help others grow, find purpose, and fulfill their dreams. Reach out to her today!
Life is not always linear, and it’s okay not to be okay! Let me help you navigate changes and challenges while working towards enh...
Life is not always linear, and it’s okay not to be okay! Let me help you navigate changes and challenges while working towards enhancing your mental and physical well-being.
Chelsea Breimann is a Licensed Professional Counselor Resident with over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. She has spent time in residential, inpatient, and outpatient settings in Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. Chelsea’s clients have concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and psychosis, as well as chronic and invisible illnesses. She is familiar with and enjoys providing treatment to marginalized populations who struggle to find their place. Chelsea tailors the therapeutic atmosphere to each client, allowing them to express their authentic selves without fear of judgment.
Chelsea has a Master’s degree in Psychology from Adelphi University and is a second-year doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at Fieldling University. She believes in an integrative approach to treatment and utilizes psychodynamic techniques as well as cognitive behavioral therapy.
Life’s unexpected twists and turns can cause stress, anguish, and heartbreak. Even if you aren’t where you want to be, change is always possible! Chelsea promises to be with you every step of the way on the journey to mental wellness. Schedule an appointment with her today!
Anissa A. Rieger is a Licensed Professional Counselor, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. She has over 15 years in menta...
Anissa A. Rieger is a Licensed Professional Counselor, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. She has over 15 years in mental health supporting clients with interpersonal relationships, phase of life stressors, gender identity and expression, educational and career difficulties, anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma, and grief & loss. Anissa has been described as a very approachable therapist who listens without judgment and shows genuine concern and positive regard for her clients. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rutgers University and her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology at Gannon University.
Anissa respects clients’ individual goals and provides practical tools for successful change, while still maintaining a sense of humor. Her theoretical orientation is a combination of humanistic, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavioral therapies. She encourages you to never feel silly about reaching out, as no symptom or concern is insignificant.
Besides everyday stressors, COVID-19 has disrupted life as we know it, and with the negativity and unrest that dominate headlines, it can lead to feelings of fear, isolation, and despair. Anissa will help support you with pandemic-related concerns, either in person or through online telehealth sessions. Please call and make an appointment with Anissa today.
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Erin: I work from a cognitive behavioral approach to help individuals assess the evidence for their thoughts and explore how these thoughts impact the way they feel. I also utilize mindfulness techniques to help clients learn to identify what they are thinking, feeling, and experiencing in the here and now to enhance awareness and emotional regulation. Finally, I utilize behavioral activation techniques to help clients break down their goals into manageable steps and create reward patterns to reinforce progress made over time.
Jami: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is assisting them in developing deeper insight into themselves: who they are, why they are the way they are, and what makes them “tick.” We then take that new insight and build upon it with actionable goals and changes toward their more fulfilled, desired life!
Erin: In therapy, I teach about the following:
Jami: I teach the following tools in individual therapy:
Erin: I know a client is making meaningful progress in a number of ways. One, I can tell by how they are talking about their experiences. Clients begin naturally reframing and improving the accuracy of their interpretations. Two, meaningful progress is made when clients report that they are feeling better overall for a consistent period of time. Three, meaningful progress is made when they are following through on intentional changes that produce real improvements to their quality of life.
Jami: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they come to sessions with new insight they gained independently or leave sessions with new insight from our talk. Meaningful progress can also be the successful use of new tools/coping skills or reporting feeling happier, more content, or more confident.
Erin: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by exploring additional resources that support their therapeutic agenda such as reading books and listening to podcasts. It is also helpful when clients journal to track what they are experiencing day to day in order to provide accurate information on the experiences they are having and any changes that may take place between sessions.
Jami: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by taking notes in sessions and reviewing them between visits to keep info and goals fresh, practicing new skills learned in sessions between visits, and journaling. There are also a lot of great mental health podcasts and self-help books from experts in the field that can be a great addition to therapy!
Erin: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can think about what you would like to work toward in your sessions and what you are hoping to get out of the experience. Most importantly though, therapy welcomes you as you are!
Jami: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can take some time to ground yourself, reflect on why you're going and what you want to accomplish, find a calm/quiet/private space to hold your session if virtual, and take a deep breath. It may feel hard or scary at first, but investing in yourself is the best decision you can make!
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.
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