Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating challenges that feel too big to handle alone? Let’s work together to create meaningful change in your life. With 15 years of experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, results-driven psychotherapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re facing grief, relationship struggles, or personal conflicts, I’m here to help you move forward. My expertise includes women’s and men’s issues, family dynamics, and educational challenges, and I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients from ages 2 to 99. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holder of a Doctorate in Education (EdD) specializing in Special Education, I bring advanced training and insight to my practice. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families can address their struggles, uncover strengths, and discover new possibilities. Change is possible, and you don’t have to face it alone. Let’s start your journey toward healing and growth today.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our therapeutic journey, I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. Clients can also expect a therapeutic process that is collaborative, flexible, and tailored to their individual needs and preferences. I strive to create a therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and respect, where clients feel empowered to actively participate in their healing journey.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I believe my greatest strength as a provider is my ability to create a deeply empathetic, collaborative, and evidence-based therapeutic environment. My educational background in social work, psychology, and special education, combined with my licensure as a clinical social worker, allows me to approach each client with a comprehensive understanding of both mental health and learning needs. I excel at building strong therapeutic alliances, where clients feel truly heard, respected, and empowered. This strength enables me to tailor my approach to each individual's unique circumstances, fostering a safe space for healing and growth.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I am best positioned to serve individuals who are seeking support in navigating mental health challenges, personal growth, and development. With my Master’s Degree in Social Work and Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, combined with my current pursuit of a Doctorate in Special Education, I bring a depth of knowledge and experience to my practice. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have the qualifications and expertise to support clients through a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, anger management, PTSD, personality disorders, autism, OCD, trauma, veterans and developmental or learning disabilities. My therapeutic approach is centered on creating a safe, empathetic, and collaborative environment. I believe that therapy is most effective when it’s a partnership, where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a space that is nonjudgmental and supportive. I use evidence-based practices to tailor each session to meet the individual needs of my clients, building on their strengths while helping them address areas for growth. I am especially well-suited to work with individuals who have special needs, school-aged children, adolescents, and families. My background in special education enhances my ability to support those navigating learning challenges or developmental disorders. I also work with families and caregivers to help them strengthen their relationships and find effective ways to support one another.

About Dr. Sonia Schilling-Mansour

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