Discover how starting anxiety therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.
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Everyone can use guidance from time to time. As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, I look forward to working with peopl...
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Everyone can use guidance from time to time. As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, I look forward to working with people to overcome challenges, navigate issues, and engage in self-exploration.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and private practice settings. I specialize in depression, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, mood and personality disorders, and trauma. I work with adolescents, adults, and professionals, offering steady, practical support that helps you feel understood and move forward.
I earned a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and Health Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. My approach is trauma-informed and collaborative, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic perspectives.
I believe therapy should be a clear path toward change. Together we’ll navigate challenges, clarify goals, and build skills so you can live the life you want. If you’re ready to tap your inner strength and create lasting progress, I’d be honored to work with you.
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In my work with children, teens, and adults, I focus on providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere to allow each individual the spa...
In my work with children, teens, and adults, I focus on providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere to allow each individual the space to work towards healing and growth.
Marie Moriarty-Puggi is Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and has 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly in their journey toward healing and reaching their personal goals. Marie specializes in all areas of trauma/PTSD, domestic violence, grief, and more. She also treats LGBTQ concerns, auto-immune deficiency disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, depression, and the impact of substance abuse in family units.
Marie completed her Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA with an emphasis in Trauma. Marie believes each person is unique and no one style "fits all". Marie uses a variety of therapeutic modalities including (but not limited to) cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment-based therapy (ABT), behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and grief/bereavement therapy.
Marie is empathetic to one's needs, bringing a sense of compassion, safety, and support to cope with the many struggles one faces across all settings. If you are ready to begin your journey towards healing, she is prepared to help you navigate. Schedule an appointment with Marie today.
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Philadelphia, PA can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Philadelphia therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Millions of people around the world suffer from anxiety. True anxiety isn’t feeling a little nervous before giving a speech or interviewing for a big job; true anxiety can be debilitating and can destroy your personal and professional life. There are many types of anxiety disorders that all carry a range of symptoms that vary person to person. Some of these symptoms include a rapid heartbeat, excessive sweating, headaches, fatigue, weakness, trembling, and even sleeplessness.
Anxiety is exhausting, both emotionally and physically. We want to help you get your feelings of anxiety under control, and help you to find peace. Call us today at for an appointment with a counselor or psychologist this week. Many insurance plans accepted!
There are a variety of treatments and strategies when it comes to dealing with anxiety. Whichever disorder you are dealing with, whatever symptoms you have, we will help you get through this. Anxiety is a battle no one should fight alone.
Whether you are seeking help for yourself, a child, or a precious loved one, caring help is available by a Thriveworks Philadelphia anxiety counselor.
There are countless ways for us to begin treatment and we will customize a strategy that will be the best fit for you, your situation, and your life. The thought of conquering your anxiety probably sounds wonderful – and overwhelming. You may doubt that you have the ability to change your life so drastically. We want you to know you won’t be making these positive changes alone – we’ll be here to help you as you create a life of happiness and freedom.
Your therapist will help you find out what triggers your anxiety and what you can do when you experience your anxiety. Even though anxiety feels like a powerful force that has taken control of your life forever, this isn’t the case. You have the power to reclaim your life, and a counselor can teach you the skills you need to do just that.
Our counselors believe that you need to receive help to deal with your anxiety today, not weeks or months from now – that’s why we have no waiting lists. Call us today and see one of our caring professionals this week.
We believe in you, and we know you have the strength and the ability to conquer your anxiety and truly enjoy your life again. Let’s get started today.
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