Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 21 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Life Transitions and 9 more.
(she/her)
Hi, I’m Mimi, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. If you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating a life transition, struggling with stress, anxiety, or simply looking for a space to better understand yourself, I’m here to support you. Over the past four years, I’ve worked in outpatient behavioral health, substance use treatment centers, higher education, and private practice. These experiences have given me the opportunity to support individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I especially enjoy working with adolescents, college students, and young to middle-aged adults, and I am passionate about providing culturally responsive care to individuals within the BIPOC community. I believe you deserve the opportunity to experience emotional wellness, personal growth, and greater clarity in your life. Healing is a journey that takes time, support, and self-reflection. At Ponder and Process Counseling Services, LLC, I provide a warm, supportive environment where you can explore challenges, process life experiences, gain insight, and develop the tools needed to move toward meaningful and lasting change. When I’m not working with clients, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and taking long walks with my dog. These activities help me stay grounded and present—qualities I strive to bring into each therapy session. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, knowing that you will be met with compassion, respect, and understanding.
During our first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. My goal is to help you feel supported and understood as we begin getting to know one another. We'll talk about what brought you to therapy, the challenges you're currently facing, and any experiences that may be important to understanding your story. I'll also ask questions about different areas of your life so I can gain a clearer picture of your strengths, needs, and goals. Together, we'll explore what you hope to achieve through therapy and what meaningful growth and healing look like for you. This first session is an opportunity for us to build a foundation of trust, discuss your needs, and begin creating a path forward that feels supportive, collaborative, and aligned with your personal goals.
My approach to therapy is centered on you. I believe meaningful change happens when therapy is a collaborative process, where your experiences, values, and goals help guide the work we do together. You are the expert on your life, and my role is to provide support, insight, and tools to help you navigate challenges and move toward the life you want to create. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself—one that is authentic, supportive, and free of judgment. Clients often describe me as approachable, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. While I will meet you where you are with compassion and understanding, I will also gently challenge and encourage you as you work toward growth, healing, and lasting change. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness practices, tailoring our work together to fit your unique needs, strengths, and experiences.
I work best with teens (16+) and adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or major life transitions—such as starting college, career changes, relationship shifts, or identity development. You might be someone who: * Overthinks and feels anxious in social or performance situations * Experiences persistent sadness, low motivation, or mood swings * Feels pressure to meet expectations from family, school, or work * Struggles with peer relationships or setting healthy boundaries * Is navigating cultural identity, racial stress, or the unique experiences of being a person of color * Wants healthier coping skills but isn’t sure where to start I am especially passionate about supporting people of color and individuals navigating spaces where they may feel unseen, unheard, or misunderstood. Together, we create a space where your experiences are validated and your cultural background is respected and centered—not explained away. My clients are often insightful and self-aware but may feel emotionally exhausted. They are ready for change, even if they’re unsure what that change looks like yet. In our work together, we focus on building emotional awareness, strengthening coping strategies, improving relationships, and helping you feel more grounded and confident in your daily life. If you’re 16 or older and looking for a supportive, culturally responsive space to process, heal, and grow, we may be a great fit.
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Cash - $100 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
GTEB
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Tufts Health/Cigna
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
We are often our own worst critics. There are also times when we think the worst about situations. These thoughts can lead to behavioral struggles, including isolation and avoidance. I use CBT practices to help clients recognize and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress.
Trauma Informed Care
Whether you've experienced a single traumatic event, such as a terrible accident or loss of a loved one; or you've experienced ongoing trauma, including adverse childhood experiences, abuse, or racial trauma. I am here to help you identify the mind and body responses that contribute to emotional disregulation, and learn ways to regulate and stabilize your mood.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Trials and tribulations are a part of life. It would be great if we could avoid them, but we can't. I use ACT to help clients acknowledge and accept their struggles while focusing on what they can control and pursuing actionable steps to progress through difficulties.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
What would you like to see happen in this situation? That's the goal of Solution Focused techniques. I help clients set goals that work towards what they would like to accomplish. Will things go exactly as planned, maybe... maybe not, but there's always room to set new goals and continue moving forward.
Multicultural
I have extensive experience and thoroughly enjoy working with individuals from underrepresented races, ethnicites, and cultural experiences. I use my knowledge of the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) as a means to promote emotional processing and self-discovery. This happens by acknowledging how past and present biases contribute to the clients thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.