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I see myself as a guide to assist and support you on your journey, whatever it may be and wherever it may take you. Life, trauma c...
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I see myself as a guide to assist and support you on your journey, whatever it may be and wherever it may take you. Life, trauma can hit you like a wave and sometimes the wave may take you under but other times, you can stand the wave but no matter what is in your ocean, trauma and huge swallowing waves do you have to be your entire swim.
Based in Delaware, I am a licensed professional counselor of mental health with over 20 years of dedicated service in the human services field. My practice is committed to supporting individuals and families as they navigate mental and emotional challenges, drawing on extensive experience and a compassionate approach. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors with a variety of conditions from depression or anxiety to trauma and dissociative identity disorder.
My therapeutic philosophy centers on person-centered and integrative techniques. I tailor each treatment plan to the unique needs of my clients. I am actively involved in community initiatives, providing crisis counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and psycho-educational groups for underserved populations. I strive to increase access to quality care.
I believe in client-centered care and the power of therapeutic connection. My goal is to guide clients toward greater mental and emotional well-being, empowering them to overcome adversity and lead fulfilling lives. With compassion and expertise, I am committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those I serve.
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I deeply understand the impact of painful life events. I believe in the power of learning new skills to help us regain stability, ...
I deeply understand the impact of painful life events. I believe in the power of learning new skills to help us regain stability, confidence, and hope.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult transitions. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relational conflict while developing greater emotional awareness, resilience, and connection. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practices that promote personal growth, healing, and long-term positive change.
I earned my Doctorate in Counseling from Wilmington University. I use integrative therapeutic approaches that include cognitive-behavioral and trauma-informed practices to help clients identify barriers, shift unhelpful patterns, and create meaningful, lasting transformation.
You deserve support, healing, and a safe space to feel understood. Whether you’re seeking clarity, emotional balance, or stronger relationships, I’m here to walk beside you. Together, we’ll explore your goals, build resilience, and work toward lasting change. When you’re ready, I invite you to take the next step toward your healing journey.
I'm here to listen without judgment and work with you to navigate your challenges, helping you build a path toward growth and heal...
I'm here to listen without judgment and work with you to navigate your challenges, helping you build a path toward growth and healing.
Kat Santoro has 3 years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor working with individuals navigating challenges including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and life transitions. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, Kat is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, develop coping skills, and work toward emotional well-being. Her ideal client seeks support in understanding themselves better, managing overwhelming emotions, or navigating a difficult period in their life.
Kat has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in childhood and adolescent disorders from Grand Canyon University. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and expressive art therapy, among other approaches.
Kat understands that reaching out for help can feel like a big step. If you’re stuck, uncertain, or struggling with emotions or situations that seem too much to bear, Kat offers support, understanding, and a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. You don’t have to have all the answers right now. Reach out to get started today!
As a woman of color who has been faced with many adversities since birth, I understand the true meaning of life knocking you down,...
As a woman of color who has been faced with many adversities since birth, I understand the true meaning of life knocking you down, but by all means, you have to get back up.
Nice to meet you. My name is Sade, and I will be your Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Therapist. I hope to offer you a space where you feel genuinely safe, supported, and welcomed exactly as you are. This is a place to set down what you've been carrying and explore the deeper parts of yourself with compassion and care. I believe life is a journey — not a race — and there are times when having extra support can make all the difference. I'm here to meet you wherever you are, offering steady support, understanding, and guidance as you move toward greater freedom, healing, and self-liberation.
Together, we can build the insight, confidence, and resilience you need to feel more empowered, grounded, and prepared for whatever lies ahead. My approach is eclectic and client-centered, meaning your unique needs, story, and pace shape our work. In our sessions, you'll find an empathic, nonjudgmental environment where you can process, reflect, and grow.
While we can't always remove difficult circumstances or emotions, we can strengthen our ability to adapt, reconnect with our most authentic selves, and truly thrive! Life brings challenges that can feel overwhelming, and no one is meant to walk through them alone. It would be an honor to walk alongside you. I look forward to supporting you on your journey!
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in , DE offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
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