In person therapy and workshops
Harleysville, PA
Virtual therapy in PA
Women and Teens
LEAH'S STORY
Specialty Areas:
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Anxiety/Stress
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ADHD
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Life Transitions
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Depression
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Postpartum mood disorders
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Self-Esteem
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Parenting Struggles
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Relationship concerns
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Family Planning
As a woman and mother myself, I understand the challenges that arise when you’re trying to support everyone around you while also trying to lead your own life. I remember bringing my children home and feeling completely overwhelmed from day one. This life transition was the hardest one I ever went through! That's why I am passionate about helping my clients find themselves again and enjoy motherhood.
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With my clients I am very practical and down to earth. Throughout our time together we will use practical approaches that help you understand barriers to progress and make small changes to your thoughts and behaviors so you can experience more peace. With my help, you will be able to meet the struggles of your daily life with mindfulness and strength based solutions. I am passionate about joining your journey, exploring who you are, and identifying your goals and aspirations. You are not alone.
I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from La Salle University. I am trained to see clients' experiences from a systems perspective, meaning we look at everything that influences you. That could be your past and present relationships, life experiences, and pressures from society regarding what it means to be a woman or a mother.
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Certifications:
Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional PMH-C
Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist
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"Connection is why we're here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives" -Brene Brown
CHRISTY'S STORY
Executive Director of Rising Wellness
Christy is a 300-hour certified yoga instructor from Verge Yoga and Moyo Yoga and a 700 hour Registered Somatic Movement Therapist from the Levin Institute for Expressive Movement.
She holds a Master's degree in Group Process and Group Psychodynamics from Drexel University. She brings mindfulness to all her offerings and grounds her work in a collaborative spirit.
​She believes that healing is not a single event but a series of micro-moments where we connect with yourself and others to foster self-love, acceptance, and belief in our unique potential.
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Her training, professional and personal lived experience has shaped the trauma-informed practices and healing modalities she offers. Christy combines her deep understanding of somatic healing with her leadership skills to support growth development and healing.
Christy offers a variety of healing modalities including yoga, breathwork, QiGong, and encourages healing and stress management through creative expression such as art/doodling, journaling, and movement to music. She has extensively studied trauma and its impact on the nervous system. Her outreach emphasizes navigating change whole heatedly and nurturing a regulated connection to self and others. We all have patterns that we have developed that have gotten us to this point, but with growth there are new ways we can navigate our path to experience and enjoy our lives more deeply. She understands that while shifts and changes can be uncomfortable, with support, they can act as catalysts for growth.
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She offers groups and individual workshops in person at Rising Wellness.
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IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL
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LAUREN'S STORY
Specialty Areas:
Anxiety
Depression
ADHD
Parenting Struggles
Relationship Struggles
Self-esteem
Anger issues
Interpersonal conflict.
I want my clients to feel heard and understood, and to know that I will always be on their side. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is always at the heart of the work that we do.
Sometimes, we are our own biggest challenger, competitor, and negative voice. My goal is to help clients reframe that force in a more positive and
constructive way to help them achieve their full potential in life. There is no burden in life that shouldn’t be shared. My therapy is a blend of Cognitive Behavioral techniques coupled with empathy and the positive regard of a person-centered approach. Your perception is your reality, and that’s where I will meet you.
I have always wanted to work in a capacity where I was able to help others in life. After graduating from Saint Joseph’s University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, I continued on to Villanova University and earned my Masters degree in Counseling and Human Relations. During my time in school, I worked as a staff support to children with autism and their families. Afterwards, I began my career as a school-based behavioral health clinician, a position that included treating families across school, home, and community settings.
Because of lessons learned from these experiences, my goal is always to integrate the multiple facets of a client’s life into their treatment. I became a Nationally Certified Counselor in 2008 and a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2011. Over the years, I have alternated between being a stay-at-home parent and working in private practice as a therapist. I always look forward to hearing your story.
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"Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”
—Brené Brown
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SARAH'S STORY
Pre-Licensed Therapist
Specialty Areas:
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Postpartum stress
Relationship Struggles
Self-esteem
Body Image
Conflict Resolution
I believe we all need a place where we feel free to express our true selves without judgment. As your counselor, my priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and accepting space for my clients to express their innermost thoughts and feelings. With a person-centered and interactive approach, I value authenticity in both myself and my clients, fostering an environment where you can feel comfortable being your true self. Above all, my approach is rooted in empathy, as I believe that actively listening and connecting with others fosters healing and growth.
Along with valuing a trusting and genuine therapeutic relationship, I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients explore how their beliefs about themselves and the world shape their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I integrate my experience in providing trauma-informed care to help clients navigate and heal from past traumas while highlighting their strengths and building confidence and resilience. I am passionate about tailoring therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that my approach is both personalized and evidence-based to meet your therapeutic goals and help you overcome life’s obstacles.
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I earned my Bachelors degree in Psychology from Temple University in 2017 and my Masters degree in Professional Clinical Counseling from La Salle University in 2022. Since 2021 up until joining Rising Sun Therapy, I worked as a trauma counselor supporting survivors of all ages who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, and other crimes. I am a National Certified Counselor since 2023 and completing my final hours toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania.
Outside of counseling, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our 1-year-old daughter. I am excited to work with you!
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