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Dawn Jackson

Dawn Jackson

Upper Darby, PA
Pre-licensed Professional, MS
Dawn Jackson is a pre-licensed professional with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges. She firmly believes that every conversation matters, and her work as a counselor centers around the healing potential of genuine dialogue with clients. In an increasingly complex world, life transitions can often feel daunting—however, individuals do not have to navigate these feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, or isolation alone. Dawn fosters a safe and supportive environment where clients can process their past and present obstacles, identify tailored solutions, and work collaboratively towards rebuilding their lives or relationships. As a culturally diverse and culturally sensitive family therapist, she operates under three guiding principles: awareness, positive regard, and empathy. With a deep respect and genuine interest in her clients' journeys, Dawn creates a friendly and understanding atmosphere that promotes healing. She has extensive experience working with a wide array of clients, including at-risk adolescents, families, young and middle-aged adults, and couples. Additionally, as a Certified Play Therapist, she skillfully employs therapeutic play strategies for children facing various behavioral, emotional, or mental health challenges, whether in the office or school settings.
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Specialties
Anxiety Loneliness
Danielle Havelin

Danielle Havelin

Upper Darby, PA
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Danielle Havelin is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of life that often lead to feelings of overwhelm and depletion. She understands that many find themselves feeling irritable, anxious, and sad amidst the relentless demands of work, school, and caring for others, leaving them unsure of how to instigate meaningful change. Danielle's focus in therapy is on building the skills and confidence necessary to face life's challenges head-on and to restore balance to everyday living. She believes that everyone possesses an inner voice and wisdom that yearns for a new way of life, and her approach aims to reconnect clients with those vital inner resources. Clients who seek Danielle's guidance appreciate her pragmatic and collaborative style, which makes her particularly effective when working with diverse populations, including members of the LGBTQ community. With a commitment to supporting individuals across the lifespan, Danielle fosters an environment of trust and understanding, allowing clients to explore their true-life plans and preferences.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Managing Emotions Relationship Stress
Bryce Kasuba

Bryce Kasuba

Upper Darby, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Bryce Kasuba is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) who specializes in treating adults facing depression and anxiety disorders. With a passion for supporting his clients, he provides effective outpatient therapy via telehealth, offering a convenient option for those seeking help. Bryce's diverse experience spans a variety of settings, including inpatient dual diagnosis, outpatient rehab, and crisis counseling, allowing him to bring a rich perspective to his practice. Having led virtual teams and managed clinical trials in psychiatry, he is well-equipped to adapt to the unique challenges of modern therapy. Change can be difficult, but Bryce is committed to providing the necessary support and tailored strategies that help his clients achieve meaningful results and success. He earned his Master's degree in Counseling from Fairfield University in 1996, and further honed his skills in Motivational Enhancement Therapy at Yale University, which aids in breaking cycles of unhelpful behaviors. As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Connecticut, he frequently utilizes telehealth, ensuring that quality therapy is accessible and convenient. Bryce is truly dedicated to empowering individuals on their journeys toward mental wellness.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression
Lilybel Peralta-sherriff

Lilybel Peralta-sherriff

Upper Darby, PA
Pre-licensed Professional, MA
Lilybel Peralta-Sheriff is a pre-licensed professional who prioritizes the creation of a therapeutic relationship that is safe, mutual, and honest. She emphasizes the empowerment and validation of her clients, particularly for survivors of trauma, by facilitating self-exploration and providing an opportunity for individuals to become the best versions of themselves through therapy. With a foundation in client-centered principles, Lilybel embodies unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and warmth, fostering an environment where all individuals can strive to live their most fulfilled lives. Her clinical experiences encompass working with those grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress management. As a native Spanish speaker, she comfortably conducts sessions in both Spanish and English, further enhancing her ability to connect with a diverse clientele.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma
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Rochelle Polao

Rochelle Polao

Upper Darby, PA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Rochelle Polao, MSW, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who empowers her clients to lead happier, more fulfilling lives. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in addressing ADHD, relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, divorce, depression, anxiety, chemical dependency, and recovery issues. Rochelle provides a personalized approach to therapy, utilizing methods such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and family/marital therapy, to effectively transform lives and restore relationships. She also offers compassionate grief counseling for those dealing with devastating loss. With an unwavering commitment to her clients' well-being and happiness, Rochelle guarantees a solution-focused pathway to healing and growth. Clients can embark on a journey of change and resilience by engaging with her tailored therapeutic services.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief Parenting Recovery Relationship Stress
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Christina Russell

Christina Russell

Upper Darby, PA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Christina Russell is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an MSW and LCSW, dedicated to helping adults navigate life's complexities. Her holistic approach centers on the principle of accountability, which she considers crucial for fostering meaningful and positive changes in her clients' lives. Through therapy, Christina guides individuals in exploring their presenting problems, past traumas, and significant relationships, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility in the process of change. While accountability may seem daunting, Christina believes that facing it leads to empowerment and ultimately allows clients to work through their struggles, revealing tremendous benefits. With extensive experience across diverse settings, Christina has worked with individuals and families, including Veterans, and those facing Mental Health challenges, Developmental Disabilities, and Addictions. Her expertise spans various therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered approaches, ensuring a tailored experience for each client.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Disabilities General Mental Health
Janet Thurston

Janet Thurston

Upper Darby, PA
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Janet Thurston is a compassionate and dedicated pre-licensed professional whose background encompasses over 15 years in the social services and behavioral health fields. She has a deep understanding of life's hardships, recognizing that individuals often struggle to confront painful experiences. Her therapeutic expertise lies in guiding clients through the gradual process of storytelling about their traumas—be it from childhood or significant losses—allowing them to heal and foster healthier relationships in their lives. Janet specializes in a variety of therapy types, including Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) techniques. She works with a diverse range of clients, from preteens to elders, ensuring that her methods are tailored to fit each individual or family’s unique personality and circumstances. Through her strength-based and person-centered approaches, she provides a nonjudgmental space that encourages open discussion of thoughts and feelings. Janet is committed to helping clients rebuild their lives and create positive futures, and she looks forward to the transformative work they will embark on together.
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma Parenting
Bianca Vasquez

Bianca Vasquez

Upper Darby, PA
Pre-licensed Professional, PHD
Dr. Bianca Vasquez is a dedicated postdoctoral fellow at Your Vision for Life and a Pennsylvania Certified School Psychologist with extensive experience in educational and clinical environments. With a focus on providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and young adults, she is passionate about supporting individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, social anxiety, developmental disabilities, adjustment issues, and trauma. Dr. Vasquez employs a variety of techniques tailored to each client's unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), humanistic methods, and strength-based modalities. Her aim is to create a warm, collaborative, and authentic environment, which empowers clients to become the experts in their own emotions and experiences. Dr. Vasquez's hope is to foster personal growth, effective communication, and the development of positive coping strategies in those she serves.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Disabilities PTSD/Trauma Social Anxiety
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Your Vision For Life Psychological Services LLC

Your Vision For Life Psychological Services LLC

Upper Darby, PA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Andre Watson is a compassionate clinical psychologist based in Upper Darby, just west of West Philadelphia. With extensive experience working with individuals from a myriad of backgrounds, Dr. Watson specializes in helping clients navigate through various life challenges. He has worked with overwhelmed single parents, depressed adolescents facing dating issues, retirees experiencing loneliness, and divorced middle-aged individuals focused on personal growth. Additionally, he assists couples as they prepare for a shared life and supports those aiming for more fulfilling lives. Dr. Watson believes in the importance of collaboratively setting goals and dedicates himself to helping clients achieve them. Employing a wide range of therapeutic techniques, he assists individuals in understanding their situations while developing effective strategies for change. His unique contribution to the field of psychology is underpinned by both professional and personal experiences that equip him to engage meaningfully with clients from diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. Dr. Watson is well-versed in addressing a spectrum of issues, ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment for all individuals seeking improved mental health and well-being.
Specialties
50+ Depression Domestic Violence Parenting Relationship Stress Work Stress
Finding Your Way

Finding Your Way

Upper Darby, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, DCC
Finding Your Way is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive credentials, prepared to assist individuals throughout all stages of life, including preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders. This compassionate practice specializes in addressing critical issues such as grief, trauma, PTSD, and anger management through a variety of effective therapy types, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused approaches. Their comprehensive mental health services are designed to respond to immediate needs, offering urgent care for those in crisis. This mental health practice believes in nurturing the mind, body, and soul, guiding clients in understanding how unconscious behaviors can influence daily living. With a strong emphasis on family systems and relational therapies, Finding Your Way also offers support for those navigating child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Their commitment extends to providing supervision for upcoming professionals seeking licensure, ensuring the next generation of counselors is well-equipped to thrive in the mental health field.
Specialties
Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Teens

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