Therapy is a space where you can build awareness about yourself and learn to navigate challenging obstacles in your life. It is a mechanism that can enable you to identify areas for improvement, develop strengths and foster personal growth. My ideal client is someone who is open minded and willing to engage in the therapeutic process. I have experience helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use, motivation, serious & persistent mental illness and interpersonal and wo...
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Matthews Counseling, LLC is an outpatient practice located in Exton, PA and we work individually with clients from tween through older adult. Our practice consists of 7 therapists currently: Jesse Matthews, Psy.D.; Erin Matthews, MS, LPC; Brian Hickman, M.Ed., LPC; Caitlyn Proctor, MS, LPC; Carli Surak, MS; Sarah Youse, LCSW; and Tyler Hempsey, MA, LPC. Our practice offers in-person and telehealth services throughout PA, and we help people with a wide range of concerns. Each of us works with you...
I help people who feel at war with themselves and trapped in self-sabotage. If you’ve done the self-work, the in-depth exploration, and still can’t break free, I’m here to get you through to the next level. I provide a safe and open but challenging place so that clients can learn to accept themselves as they are, and improve themselves into the person they always wanted to be. Together we can embrace self-acceptance and self-improvement at the same time. I especially like working with people...
What do you do weekly to take care of yourself? Engaging in therapy is a powerful way of caring for yourself. Therapy can be life changing, but many clients say it is hardest to make that first step. I offer a safe and confidential environment and a warm regard to help you ease into what will be a transformative journey. I will listen to you and help you understand how to get from where you are now to where you most want to be. Let's work together to promote your growth, increase your self-under...
Therapists have extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, and adults with various concerns. Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initiall...
My approach in working with clients is to explore and understand their psychological experiences. In addition, I use psychoeducation and neuroeducation to help clients intellectually understand why they are experiencing what they are experiencing, then collaborate on an actionable plan to change undesired behaviors and thought patterns. I incorporate mind-body interventions to help clients manage their symptoms. My therapeutic approach is evidence-based & integrative. I have extensive trainin...
Being a student is a tough time of transition. There are alot of feelings that are swirling around, along with having to "stay on top of all of your academics and/or sports". For many students, it is the first time living without parents/guardians. You have to deal with faculty, and manage expectations from others as well as yourself. College life can be fun, but at the same time very stressful! Sometimes the stress causes other problems to pop up that you have not had to deal with befo...
Do you feel isolated, like you just can’t really seem to connect with others in a meaningful way? Is life starting to become boringly repetitive with no end in sight? Are you drinking or using other drugs more than you are comfortable and worry you might have a problem? Maybe you chronically feel depressed, anxious, or that your mood is just all over the place for no obvious reason? Are you experiencing distressing memories, thoughts, and strong feelings without having a sense of control ove...
If you are struggling to get up in the morning, overwhelmed by feelings of depression or anxiety, or have feelings of general dissatisfaction with your life, then I'd like to offer you relief. The number one most reliable predictor of a positive outcome to therapy is the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. I am an experienced therapist with a warm and dedicated approach to developing a collaborative and working relationship with you....
Going to college is the hugest leap you may ever take! It is the end of childhood and the beginning of adulthood, all starting with leaving everyone and everywhere you've known for 18 years and finding yourself in a new, strange place, away from your friends, your family, your pets, your school and your stuff that all gave you comfort. You have to learn how to DO college, make new friends, study for college exams, write excellent papers, focus on preparation for a lifelong career, negotiate sexu...
I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with issues related to ADHD, learning problems, anxiety, stress management, and general wellness/lifestyle. Using a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and relational techniques and theories I am able to tailor treatment to your specific needs. My emphasis is on connection, collaboration, and self-care throughout the treatment process. I completed additional training as a yoga teacher, personal trainer, and school psychologist w...
Everyone needs support during difficult times in their lives, whether they are dealing with relationship issues, stress at home or work, or feelings of depression and anxiety with or without a clear cause. It is during times like these that therapy can help. Through our work together I will provide a safe space for painful memories and emotions to be explored and work with you to gain a deeper understanding of how these experiences continue to shape you today. Together we will work to help you d...
People often want to improve some aspect of their emotional and mental health. In our work together, we will explore the areas of your life that are challenging or distressing, access and process difficult emotions, and make meaning of patterns in your unique narrative. I have specialized experience in working with transgender and queer individuals and provide affirming, nonjudgmental therapy for all folks from age 4 to 54. I believe in creating a safe and empathic space for a collaborative t...
Dr. Thomas Petrone is the Director and senior faculty member of the Gestalt Institute of Pittsburgh. He is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor and is the President and Clinical Director of the Psychological and Counseling Center, Inc. where he has provided psychotherapy, consultation, training and evaluation services for over 40 years. He practices Gestalt therapy which is a non-pathologizing, supportive therapy that focusses on the whole person and provides indivi...
Meghan's style can be described as warm and collaborative. She believes everyone is an expert on themselves and has the innate capacity to care for their bodies intuitively. With disordered eating, the dialogue between the mind and the body has become disrupted and Meghan's goal is to help clients learn to trust themselves and their bodies again. Meghan utilizes humor and helps clients set actionable goals so they can make measurable changes. She believes the client/therapist relationship is the...
About 65%-70% of my clients are teens , with my specialty being working with older teens and the transition to adulthood. This can be a very difficult time filled with changes and challenges and I partner with patients to help them to do the work they need to do in order to make the transition in a way that feels healthy and optimal to their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well being....
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