Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 38 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Addiction, Anxiety and 10 more.
(she/her)
Hi, I'm Amber (she/her)! I have over 15 years of experience supporting individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges. I believe that all people deserve equal rights, equitable treatment, and access to compassionate mental health care. I work collaboratively with clients to explore the ways personal experiences, relationships, and social systems impact mental health and well-being. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is compassionate, relatable, and free from judgement. I believe that the greatest beauty in a person lies in their true, authentic self. As a therapist, I am committed to cultivating an environment that nurtures and encourages authenticity. There is no such thing as a perfect problem. I view therapy as a process of self-exploration and personal growth. I do not believe that individuals are broken, and therefore, I reject the notion that therapy is about “fixing” people.
During your first session with me, I will want to know the reasons you chosen to begin therapy and to understand why now feels like the right time to take this step.
My approach recognizes the impact that systems of oppression, discrimination, trauma, and inequity can have on mental health and overall well-being. I believe that every person deserves access to compassionate care, equal opportunities, and the freedom to live authentically. I strive to create a therapeutic relationship grounded in respect, empowerment, cultural humility, and social justice, where clients feel safe exploring their experiences and working toward meaningful change.
I am best positioned to serve adults and families navigating the impact of substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other major life transitions. I also support individuals experiencing interpersonal relationship challenges and struggles with self-esteem and self worth. My approach focuses on helping clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships in their daily lives.
Other specialties
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Cash - $125 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Motivational Interviewing
I use motivational interviewing to create a safe, supportive, and trusting environment where clients can openly explore their values, goals, and ambivalence. Rather than directing change, I help clients identify their own insights, develop their own solutions, and strengthen their motivation to make meaningful, lasting changes that align with what matters most to them.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify, evaluate, and restructure maladaptive thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and ineffective behavioral responses. Through cognitive restructuring and skills development, I support clients in adopting more adaptive thinking patterns and behaviors that align with their treatment goals.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma focused CBT is useful when addressing the complex relationship between trauma and substance use. Many of my clients present with co-occurring disorders, where unresolved trauma significantly contributes to the development or perpetuation of their addiction.
Feminist
I use feminist therapy as a collaborative, trauma-informed approach that recognizes how social, cultural, and systemic factors can influence mental health and relationships. I help clients explore the impact of power dynamics, gender roles, identity, and lived experiences while building self-awareness, healthy boundaries, self-compassion, and empowerment. My goal is to provide an inclusive, affirming space where clients of all backgrounds feel respected, supported, and encouraged to make choices that align with their values.