Our therapists offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Bensalem, PA

Laura Dyott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has focused her career on working with teenagers, young adults, children, and parents who are experiencing difficulties in life. Laura completed her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Special Education at York College of Pennsylvania and her Master of Social Work with a focus on clinical practice with children and families at Monmouth University. 

In counseling, Laura focuses on meeting clients where they are in their journey and understanding their experience alongside identifying what skills or support is needed in helping them meet their goals. These skills can range from cognitive behavioral, anger management, mindfulness, acceptance, and relational approaches. 

Laura strives to build a therapeutic relationship in which empathy and understanding are at the core to build insight and assist clients in living a life they find meaningful and joyful. 

Allison Craig is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate relational challenges in order to create healthier and happier relationships. Allison specializes in family conflict, relationship issues, depression, trauma, and anxiety

Allison completed her Master's degree in Family Therapy at Drexel University. Her training in Eco-Systemic Structural Family Therapy grew her skills in helping clients develop stronger attachments, increase their emotional regulation, and utilize their communities more effectively. Allison also utilizes mindfulness, structural therapy (ST), and trauma-informed care to meet her clients wherever they are in their mental health journey.

We all experience challenges and stressors throughout life. Allison will work alongside you to develop new skills in order to support you in your growth. If you are ready to change your relationship with yourself or others, schedule an appointment with her today.

Naomi Rybalov is a resident professional counselor who is passionate about helping adults, couples, and the elderly address challenges and live a happier life. She specializes in depression, anxiety, life transitions, women's issues, self-esteem, coping skills, ADHD, and behavioral issues. Naomi is a former case manager, which equipped her to guide clients through external challenges they may face outside of therapeutic sessions and also cultivated a holistic perspective within her, enabling her to consider not only the psychological aspects of a client's life but also the practical and systemic factors that impact their well-being.    Naomi completed her Master of Science at Grand Canyon University. Naomi utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).    Naomi deeply values the unique journey each individual brings, and she understands that reaching out for support can be a courageous step. Her commitment is to create a space where you feel truly heard, respected, and supported.

Deidre Campen is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), licensed in the state of Minnesota. Deidre has extensive experience in working with adults with ADHD, women’s issues, depression, grief, anxiety, and life transitions. 

Deidre completed her Bachelor of Social work at the University of South Florida and received her Master of Science degree with a specialization in mental health counseling from Capella University in St. Paul, Minnesota. Deidre brings her personal experiences with living with ADHD and having children with ADHD as well. Deidre uses a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic therapy, rational emotional counseling, person-centered therapy, and reality therapy. Deidre customizes each session to meet the clients’ needs.

Deidre brings humor and honesty to each session. Deidre works to meet clients where they are and to allow each client to grow in their time and at their pace. Deidre believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience. I have worked in crisis intervention, school-based counseling, and family therapy, supporting adolescents, young adults, and families. I focus on helping clients manage anxiety, depression, panic disorders, adjustment concerns, relationship issues, and family dynamics. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where growth and healing can take place.

I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Cairn University. My approach blends cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and aspects of play and art therapy. I use these tools to help clients explore feelings, build healthy coping strategies, and achieve meaningful progress.

I believe every client deserves to be heard and supported in reaching their goals. I provide a warm, safe space for open and honest conversations while guiding clients toward personal growth, resilience, and a higher quality of life. I am dedicated to walking alongside clients as they work toward the changes they want to see.

Kimberly Heitzman is a Licensed Social Worker with 11 years of experience in mental health. She began her professional career working in family preservation and general protective services casework. She worked with emergencies, the court system, behavioral health, drug and alcohol issues, and the justice system. Then, she worked as a behavioral specialist. Anxiety, depression, ODD, self-esteem, anger management, grief, and family therapy are great strengths of hers when providing therapy services. She loves working with teens and young adults and has experience with family systems.

Kimberly graduated from Bloomsburg University. She is able to see clients as human and understands that people cope with things in their own way. She also likes to go back to the basics and discuss emotions, how clients respond to those emotions, and how they affect their overall well-being.

Ever since she was young, Kimberly has been a “helper.” She has also experienced significant trauma and grief in life and utilized therapy services to help process those things. It has allowed her to remain humble and understand that everyone has been dealt a different hand in life, and we all process and manage those things in our own way.

Mariah Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience working in the field. She has gained experience working with age groups from children to adults. Mariah specializes in trauma, crisis intervention, anxiety, depression, panic disorders, and life transitions. As someone with a physical disability, Mariah has personal experience with adapting to unique obstacles and coming up with creative ways to transition well to unexpected challenges. Mariah hopes that these experiences will provide a more empathetic understanding of her clients’ challenges and lend to working collaboratively with her clients.

Mariah graduated with her Master’s in Clinical Counseling from Eastern University with a concentration in trauma studies. Mariah uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and narrative therapy as modalities to support her collaborative work with her clients. Mariah also strongly believes in an integrative approach.

Mariah deeply values the strengths and exceptional abilities that her clients bring to the session. She is confident that she can help foster growth in her clients and remind them of the unique capabilities that they already possess. Therapy allows for strengths to be brought out and for the inner work to be done. Mariah looks forward to meeting new clients!

Chamonix Rassekh is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience. She specializes in treating children, teens, and adults suffering from addiction, trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and borderline personality disorder. Chamonix also has experience working specifically with people in the process of rebuilding and restructuring their lives after times of hardship—whether that be in the form of trauma, addiction, loss, or major life transitions and changes.

She completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Temple University. Chamonix uses multiple treatment approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solutions-focused, therapy (SFT), and the family systems (FST) approach.

Chamonix knows that finding the right therapist can be challenging, and she is confident that she will be able to support you and guide you through the many challenges you face. If you are ready to gain a new perspective on life and discover the strengths you didn’t know you had, schedule an appointment with Chamonix today.

Amanda Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over two years of clinical experience. Amanda specializes in working with clients of all ages, but specifically, individuals struggling with choosing their career path, those who are grappling with existential questions, as well as people experiencing anxiety, depression, anger management issues, chronic stress, and much more. 

Amanda is experienced with a variety of clinical approaches including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and more. She is also willing to work with other types of therapies as needed to best support clients and their treatment goals. Her approach is person-centered and aimed at creating a unique plan that addresses their long-term goals and what they need to feel better in the moment. 

Amanda is able to meet her clients where they are, creating a safe space with her clients so they can explore what brought them into treatment. As a counselor, Amanda is always looking for opportunities to help and support people. She is happy to meet with anyone, whether they are looking for someone to help rethink life choices, address their anxiety, or need help coping with their depression. Whatever the concern, Amanda will do her best to guide and support. Her door is open to anyone in need.

Jennifer Lauricella is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a board certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC) who has more than 25 years of experience working with adults who are seeking help with a variety of issues. Jennifer offers assistance to people seeking to gain or deepen their understanding of their life experiences through improved awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. She completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Tufts University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Expressive Arts Therapies at Lesley University. 

Using verbal and/or art interventions, Jennifer will meet you where you are to assist you in effecting the changes you would like to see in your life. As an expressive arts therapist, she is skilled at helping you find adaptive means of self-expression, increase self-awareness, and develop tools to allow you to live with greater ease and comfort. Engaging in therapy is a wonderful step toward self-improvement. Investing in therapy is prioritizing your self-care. A supportive, safe, therapeutic space, free of judgement will enable you to better understand yourself and allow you to navigate your life experiences more readily.  

Brittany Max is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 3 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults to better manage the negative effects of trauma, eating disorders, identity issues, depression, anxiety, anger, and PTSD. She also assists couples who are experiencing the effects of dysfunctional dynamics to improve their connection. 

Brittany earned her Master's degree in Social Work from West Chester University. She relies on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to treat clients with I typically use modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectal behavioral therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based methods to treat a wide array of mental health conditions. As a young woman with a history of personal adversity, she is also able to uniquely empathize with those experiencing chronic stress. 

With Brittany's guidance, you'll work together to create a personalized treatment plan that addresses your needs and reinforces the strengths you already possess. Reach out and schedule your first session with her—start making strides towards better mental health with Brittany.