Individuals
Every person is different, therefore therapy for each person will be different. What you can expect in our first few sessions is to be asked many questions in order to get to know you, where you came from, and how you got to be where you are right now. We will create a treatment plan including goals and objectives. Our sessions will be guided by what you as the client bring into the room. Think of me as a travel guide helping you get to your ultimate destination. Sessions are an hour in length.
Relationships
In my experience, people in relationships come to treatment to help navigate an issue that is sometimes unclear to them. I utilize a scientific and emotional approach to relationship therapy, with a focus on communication, conflict management, and addressing emotional and physical intimacy. I see people with a variety of different relationship structures (e.g. monogamous, consensual non-monogamy, BDSM/kink, etc.). Depending on the needs of the individuals, sessions can range from an hour to two hours.
Groups
Group therapy has been helpful to reduce various symptoms including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, substance abuse, as well as trauma. I believe that each group is different and that means that the needs of the group will be different. One of the most exciting aspects of being in a group therapy experience is the change you will see in yourself as well as others. I am looking to start various groups for anxiety, LGBTQ+, and adult survivors of bullying. I am also interested in using tabletop role playing games, such as Dungeons and Dragons, within a group therapy setting.
Telehealth
Telehealth is an innovative platform for therapy using HIPAA compliant teleconferencing software. The benefits of telehealth are increased access, privacy, flexibility, and safety. Research has shown that telehealth improves overall patient satisfaction and engagement. I have used telehealth for individual and couples therapy. Due to the recent social isolation, I gained my certification as a telehealth provider, which has allowed me to create a safe and supportive atmosphere to connect with clients from a distance.
Testimonials
“My 15-year-old son (and I) have been seeing Edward since 2018. We had been looking for a therapist to support my son who had come out as transgender earlier that year. We met with 3 different therapists at different locations, including ones who had been referred by the CHOP Gender Clinic. Each time my son would come out of the session making an “I’m not coming back here” expression! It’s hard enough to get a teenager to talk to a stranger, let alone when they are tackling issues of gender identity.
Finally, when we met Edward, I could tell that my son felt connected and understood. Over the months, Edward has been able to support my son deal with various stresses, some related to gender identity others related to simply being an adolescent! He is much happier and more confident these days. Many issues have been resolved but sometimes new issues arise, for example when my son was feeling stir crazy from being stuck at home for over a month.
Thank you, Edward for being there for us!”
We started seeing Edward shortly after getting engaged, knowing that if we wanted a long lasting relationship, it would take constant nurture, care, and work. Our communication styles had been butting heads, sometimes leading to explosive fights, and we didn’t know how to put out the fire. Since working with Edward, we’ve been in tune with each other’s emotions, built a framework for healthy communication, and have focused in on our needs. Edward has helped us cope with family problems, loss, the stress of planning a wedding and buying a house, physical and mental health diagnoses, and pretty much all things that can rock the boat of marriage. Through the tools provided and practiced we’re building the fortitude to withstand all the waves that come our way.
Over the last year and a half Edward has helped me to learn more about myself, the way that I interact with others, and how to better express my needs and expectations. By first listening to what I have to say, allowing me to express myself, good, bad, or indifferent, and then helping me to better understand myself and my reactions Edward has provided me tools to be happier and more confident.
We were at a crisis point in our marriage. We both knew we loved each other and didn't want to be with anyone else, but we were caught in a cycle of fights and built-up resentment that kept getting worse. We couldn't see any way out and were on the verge of divorce when we started seeing Edward.
As we have a non-traditional relationship, we were worried about finding a counselor who would be understanding and accepting of our dynamic. Edward wasn't phased by anything we threw at him, and he helped us break the toxic cycle by learning how to communicate and reconnect with each other.