West Reading, PA Local Support & Resources

Dr. David Arena is a highly skilled and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor with a rich background that includes a PsyD, JD, MS, MEd, and MBA. He specializes in guiding individuals through life coaching, anxiety, and chronic pain, offering transformative support for preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders. David employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including culturally sensitive approaches, motivational interviewing, hypnotherapy, and cognitive behavioral techniques, among others. His commitment to positive psychology and person-centered therapy allows him to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings deeply. David believes in the power of a strength-based approach, integrating various techniques to facilitate personal growth and resilience. Whether conducting individual sessions, couples therapy, or group workshops, he is dedicated to fostering well-being and empowering his clients to navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity.

Renee Donovan is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, passionate about helping couples and individuals navigate their relational challenges. With extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and certification from the International Center of Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, she possesses the skills to guide couples out of negative cycles of interaction that can leave them feeling distant and alone. Committed to fostering loving and secure bonds, Renee excels in aiding partners to reconnect on a deeper level. Her expertise also includes EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, an effective approach for addressing trauma as well as issues like anxiety and depression. Renee prioritizes building a supportive, objective, and empathic environment where clients feel safe and secure as they work through life’s most sensitive issues.

Naomi Hewlings is a compassionate and dedicated M.A. level Clinical Mental Health Counselor who believes in the strength and potential of each individual. With a person-centered approach, she empowers her clients to embrace their personal capacity for change and growth as they work toward their goals. Naomi offers a unique blend of traditional talk therapy and hypnotherapy, allowing for a comprehensive therapeutic experience. Her training encompasses Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Progressive Counting, and Hypnotherapy, equipping her to address a variety of mental health concerns effectively. Hypnotherapy, in particular, can prove beneficial for issues such as anxiety, weight loss, habit change, smoking cessation, motivation, and disrupted sleep. Naomi provides her services through Berks Hypnosis and Counseling Services, a private practice thoughtfully situated to foster a safe and calming environment for clients to explore their challenges. She is eager to guide individuals on their journey towards healing and personal growth.