Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 23 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety and 8 more.
(she/they)
Hi, I’m Djola McGowan, but most people lovingly call me DJ. I’m a neurodivergent Licensed Professional Counselor based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I identify as a woman and use she/her pronouns. As a first-generation American with roots in Jamaica—the land of wood and water—I bring a rich, culturally informed perspective to my work. I believe therapy is a revolutionary act of self-care and a collaborative journey.
In our first session together, it's my joy to endeavor to learn what it is you are looking for in a therapist and therapy. We will review consent, and work to identify how we can leverage this therapeutic relationship to be the best on your behalf. My approach to therapy is grounded in collaboration, curiosity, and cultural awareness. I truly believe that healing doesn’t happen in isolation — it happens within us, but also in our relationships, families, and the systems we move through every day. As someone who values both personal insight and practical tools, I draw from Structural Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help my clients make sense of how their emotions, thoughts, and family dynamics all intertwine. Together, we untangle the patterns that are keeping you stuck and work toward building new, healthier ways of being — both within yourself and in your relationships.
In my six plus years in mental health, I’ve been committed to servant leadership—advocating for our communities, providing care, and connecting people with resources. This passion drives my commitment to offering excellent service that is inclusive, culturally responsive, and accessible to all my valued clients.
I love working with clients who want to explore the connections between their social and emotional experiences and the larger systems impacting their well-being. Together, we identify how these factors create negative cycles that stand in the way of their wellness goals.
Other specialties
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Cash - $200 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
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
GTEB
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Tufts Health/Cigna
UPMC Health Plan
Structural Family Therapy
My practice is driven by my experience in working with children and families, I utilized structural family therapy to help clients identify the interaction cycles and maladaptive family hierarchal practices leading to dysfunction at home and at school.
Daialectical Behavior (DBT)
In practice, dialectical behavioral therapy is an evidence-based practice, that I utilize to provide psychoeducation, skills and interventions helpful for individuals with Anxiety, Depression as well as those of us who have experienced trauma.
3 ratings with written reviews
June 17, 2026
Seems to show a genuine compassion for her clients.
January 16, 2026
Therapy has always been daunting for me, but my recent appointment with Djola showed me that it isn't as scary as I thought it was going to be. I look forward to our next appointment!
September 2, 2025
Engagement was rooted in theory and informed by lived experiences. Definitely felt seen and heard as well as challenged to actively participate in my session which created the type of connection that I was looking for.