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As someone with significant trauma, I have worked hard to create peace within myself; now I strive to expand my knowledge, share i...
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As someone with significant trauma, I have worked hard to create peace within myself; now I strive to expand my knowledge, share insights, and provide support to others in any way I can.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 1 year of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. My passion for helping others began in teaching and caregiving before I discovered my calling in counseling. I work with clients ages 12+ from diverse backgrounds to address trauma, anxiety, depression, family dynamics, relationship concerns, and self-esteem. I strive to create a space where healing, growth, and self-discovery can take root.
I earned a Master’s in Clinical Counseling from Moravian University. My approach integrates compassion, collaboration, and perspective-building to foster personal growth. I help clients reframe challenges, explore new insights, and strengthen their sense of security and resilience through open dialogue and mutual understanding.
You deserve a therapist who truly sees and accepts you without judgment. I will meet you with honesty, empathy, and respect, creating a safe space where you can do more than survive. My goal is to empower you to build the life you desire, one rooted in growth, peace, and authenticity.
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As a neurodivergent person who has struggled with mental health, I understand the importance of feeling seen and understood, as we...
As a neurodivergent person who has struggled with mental health, I understand the importance of feeling seen and understood, as well as developing a toolkit of coping skills that caters to every person's unique needs.
I am a licensed associate professional counselor (LAPC) with 2 years of experience supporting clients through life changes, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, and OCD. I also have experience working with veterans and individuals navigating trauma. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors, and aim to create a space where clients feel understood and supported.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio. My approach integrates techniques that explore thoughts, emotions, and behavior. I tailor each session to the client’s needs and prioritize collaboration to help them work toward meaningful goals.
Starting counseling can feel intimidating, so I focus on creating a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you feel safe and supported. You deserve to be validated, seen, and heard as you work toward healing. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’m here to walk with you—let’s begin whenever you’re ready.
I have channeled my life experiences, joyful and traumatic, into a strong sense of empathy, which I use to help clients explore th...
I have channeled my life experiences, joyful and traumatic, into a strong sense of empathy, which I use to help clients explore their pain and possibilities.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with 2 years of experience. Before becoming a social worker, I spent 2 decades providing counseling and crisis intervention in the nonprofit sector. My work has included supporting individuals, couples, and groups from diverse backgrounds, including those navigating faith-based trauma and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I use a client-centered, strengths-based approach to guide healing and growth.
I received my Master’s in Social Work from West Chester University. My approach emphasizes safety, trust, and empowerment. I help clients define what healing looks like for them and create achievable goals along the way. I am trained in narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I believe therapy is both humbling and transformative. It takes courage to seek help and open yourself to the process. My goal is to offer a compassionate space where you can explore, heal, and grow. When you feel ready, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session. I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
It can be hard to find a safe place to open up and share your life. As one that has experience with a lot of different experiences...
It can be hard to find a safe place to open up and share your life. As one that has experience with a lot of different experiences in the counseling field, I will provide a safe, comfortable place for you to share.
Heather Hodges is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with kids as young as 4, elderly clients, and everyone in between. She is driven and passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults overcome the hardships that life brings. Heather has a vast amount of experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and much more. She will strive to help you reach your potential and wants to meet you where you are. Heather has a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
Heather utilizes a solution-focused approach, focusing on creating and reaching goals in therapy to promote growth in areas the client would like to focus on. She also uses a reality approach along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and an eclectic approach, pending on the needs of her clients.
Heather wants to meet you where you are. She is ready and able to support your needs and help you begin the therapy process. If you are ready to start, schedule an appointment with her today.
As someone who grew up in a large, complex family, I understand the importance of a community, large or small, that will provide a...
As someone who grew up in a large, complex family, I understand the importance of a community, large or small, that will provide a safe and supportive space for each person.
Lisa Mawhinney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience serving individuals coping with trauma, addiction, and mental health disorders. She discovered her passion for behavioral therapy early on, driven by a childhood shaped by adversity and resilience. Lisa has worked in clinical settings including community health centers and nonprofit organizations, where she recognized the impact of trauma on mental health and the importance of empowerment through evidence-based interventions. Her approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration, fostering a therapeutic alliance that supports healing and personal growth.
Lisa received her Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. She utilizes techniques including existential therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, multicultural therapy, reality therapy, family systems, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Lisa's professional philosophy is grounded in the belief that everyone possesses inherent strengths and resilience. She strives to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their challenges, build on their strengths, and cultivate meaningful change. Schedule an appointment with her today!
As a proud Hispanic female veteran and devoted family woman, I bring a strong sense of dedication, integrity, and community to eve...
As a proud Hispanic female veteran and devoted family woman, I bring a strong sense of dedication, integrity, and community to everything I do, personally and professionally.
Milissen Nunez is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience in mental health. A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, she specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She has worked with clients of all ages, including individuals facing ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, substance use, and personality disorders.
Milissen earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. Her approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based. She fosters a collaborative, respectful space tailored to each client’s unique needs and draws on strengths-based tools to support growth and resilience.
Milissen is passionate about walking alongside clients through life’s challenges with warmth and empathy. She believes healing begins with connection and welcomes individuals and families ready to take that first step toward meaningful change.
As a mother, I understand how overwhelming life can feel, especially when navigating mental health concerns. Whether you’re feelin...
As a mother, I understand how overwhelming life can feel, especially when navigating mental health concerns. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or simply looking for a space to process your emotions, I provide support, guidance, and practical tools to help you move forward clearly and confidently.
Jessica Smith is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. She works with clients ages 3 to 70, with expertise in supporting individuals with women’s issues, stress, depression, anxiety, family challenges, work-life balance, grief, addiction, behavioral concerns, identity struggles, and trauma. Her career spans outpatient clinics, crisis intervention, structured outpatient programs, inpatient psychiatry, large nonprofits, and private practice. Jessica’s ideal client seeks a safe space to navigate struggles and build resilience, improve coping skills, restore balance, and gain a deeper understanding of themselves.
Jessica received her Master’s in Social Work from Marywood University. Through a collaborative, culturally sensitive, goal-focused approach, Jessica empowers clients to heal, grow, and create lasting positive change. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and psychoanalysis.
Jessica understands that seeking help is a courageous step. She is committed to providing a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and work toward meaningful change. She encourages potential clients to reach out when they feel ready to embark on this journey.
Relationship challenges? Life transitions? Stress? Anxiety? Depression? There is hope - I am happy to be here for you!...
Relationship challenges? Life transitions? Stress? Anxiety? Depression? There is hope - I am happy to be here for you!
Lindsey Sauder is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has training and experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. While Lindsey is open to and passionate about working with all clients, Lindsey also specifically values working with those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Lindsey specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief/loss, life transitions, trauma, and much more. Lindsey graduated from Messiah University in 2018 with a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling, with a specialization in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling.
Lindsey's training in systemic/relational therapy helps her view individual clients through a wider lens to help the client navigate their relationship challenges. Lindsey's therapeutic approach includes a focus on person-centered/humanistic therapy techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and more!
Life can be so hard — especially during times of transition or loneliness. We are all deserving of a kind, compassionate, non-judgmental listening ear to hear us and support us no matter what it is we may be facing. Lindsey is ready to meet you where you're at to provide the support and guidance you’re seeking. Schedule an appointment with her today!
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Eating disorder therapy is a specialized approach aimed at assisting those who are grappling with a range of eating disorders. These disorders are significant mental health conditions characterized by irregular or unhealthy eating patterns and an intense focus on body weight and shape. Common conditions addressed in Eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).
At Thriveworks, Eating disorders begins with a thorough assessment and personalized treatment plan. Central to eating disorder therapy is psychotherapy, often employing cognitive behavioral therapy and other specialized techniques to target negative thought patterns.
The signs of an eating disorder can include:
CBT’s remission rate, according to some research, is generally between 50-30% for those seeking assistance for eating disorder symptoms.
The recovery rate for those seeking assistance with eating disorders depends entirely on the individual’s involvement in sessions, the severity of their symptoms, and their willingness to change their eating habits and relationship with food.
Eating disorder therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of Eating disorders will vary from one person to the next, dependent on their specific needs. Your therapist can help to determine what might be most beneficial for you.
Eating disorders can be mischaracterized as a picky phase that people grow out of, but this minimizes the seriousness of bulimia and anorexia. It may also bolster a stereotype that prevents people from receiving the treatment they need. The truth is that bulimia and anorexia are psychiatric disorders that can severely harm people’s physical and psychological well-being. It is of the utmost importance that people receive the treatment they need.
Even though effective interventions are available, only about 10 percent of people find the help they need to treat their eating disorder. Nutritional, psychological, and medical treatments can be individualized to meet each client’s symptoms and needs. It takes courage to acknowledge an eating disorder and reach out for help, but if you or a loved one is struggling with body image and disordered eating, you are not alone.
Thriveworks Philadelphia offers counseling for bulimia and anorexia because we want everyone who is suffers with an eating disorder to receive the treatment they need. Our therapists and psychologists understand the medical and psychological risks that people face, and we are committed to offering holistic care. Contact us today for help.
Many of the health risks associated with bulimia threaten a person’s digestive system. Bulimia may cause ulcers, higher risks of gastric rupture, tooth decay, gastroesophageal reflux disease, kidney disease, electrolyte imbalance, and constipation. Bulimia may also cause heart disease.
Anorexia holds the highest death rate of any psychiatric disorders. It can damage a person’s cardiovascular system, resulting in low blood pressure, low heart rate, and increased risk of an abnormal heartbeat and heart failure. Anorexia can also lead to infertility and a disrupted menstrual cycle. Other health risks associated with it include premature osteoporosis, endocrine disruptions, premature osteoporosis, anemia, kidney damage, and even death.
The DSM-5 classifies anorexia nervosa according to the following criteria:
The DSM-5 classifies bulimia nervosa according to the following criteria:
If you recognize any of the behaviors or attitudes from the list of symptoms in your own life, it may be time to reach out for help. At Thriveworks Philadelphia, we know that making the first call takes courage, and we want to support our clients from the moment they decide to pursue treatment.
When you call our office, a person will answer and help schedule an appointment that is convenient for your schedule. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and many of our clients can see their counselor the same week. We also accept many forms of insurance.
Thriveworks Philadelphia has counseling appointments available for bulimia and anorexia. Our goal is to help each client find the medical and psychological care they need. Call today to get started.
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