Individual Counseling & Psychotherapy

Find the right therapist for your unique needs

At The Center for Growth, we believe therapy should fit you—not the other way around. Individual counseling (also called individual therapy or psychotherapy) is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and grow. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, relationship stress, or simply feeling stuck, the right therapist can help you move forward with greater awareness, strength, and connection.

Why Therapist Fit Matters

Not every therapist is trained the same way. While many clinicians can address a wide range of emotional concerns, certain issues benefit from specialized expertise. Choosing a therapist who understands your specific challenges can dramatically improve your outcomes.

For example:

  • Anger Management: only some therapists are trained in structured anger interventions.

  • Accountability Work: not every therapist feels comfortable offering honest, direct feedback when it’s needed most.

  • Personality Disorders: few therapists are trained to effectively treat these conditions—without proper skill, therapy can accidentally reinforce unhealthy patterns.

  • Grief & Loss: meaningful grief therapy requires space, patience, and emotional tolerance that not all therapists cultivate.

  • Sex Therapy: most graduate programs offer little to no training in sexuality, and even fewer therapists feel comfortable discussing sexual function and pleasure openly.

  • Couples & Marriage Counseling: many therapists receive minimal supervised experience working with couples before entering private practice.

  • Trauma Therapy: when done incorrectly, trauma work can do harm.

  • ADHD Therapy: few programs teach evidence-based strategies for executive function and attention regulation.

  • Shame & Codependency Therapy: healing the quiet pain of shame or the loss of self in relationships requires a specific, relationally attuned approach.

  • Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: recovery requires an understanding of complex trauma, gaslighting, and boundary rebuilding.

  • LGBTQI+ Counseling: affirming care requires cultural competence and deep respect for identity, orientation, and intersectionality.

This list isn’t exhaustive—but it underscores one truth: training matters. Too many clients spend years in therapy that misses the mark simply because the therapist didn’t have the right tools. At The Center for Growth, ongoing supervision, clinical training, and professional development are central to how we work. Our therapists are supported to grow—so you can too.

Who We Are

Our team represents diverse backgrounds, faiths, and lived experiences. We have therapists who identify as:

  • Caucasian, African American, East Asian, Jewish, Muslim, Christian

  • LGBTQI+, heterosexual, single, married, divorced, cohabitating, and parenting or child-free

We believe representation matters. Clients often feel safer when they see themselves reflected in their therapist. For more about each clinician’s style, training, and personal disclosures, visit our Therapist Profiles page. You’ll also find self-help articles written by each therapist, offering a glimpse into their voice and therapeutic approach.

How to Get Started

You have options.

  • Call or Text Your Therapist Directly: cell numbers are listed on each therapist’s profile.

  • Schedule Online: bypass wait times and choose your appointment instantly.

  • Talk to an Intake Coordinator: call (215) 922-LOVE (5683) ext. 100 for help finding the right fit.

  • Speak with Our Director: reach out to Alex (Caroline) Robboy, CAS, MSW, LCSW directly at (267) 324-9564 to discuss your unique situation.

We offer both in-person sessions in Philadelphia PA, Ocean City NJ, Mechanicsville VA, Providence RI, Fayetteville GA and additional satellite offices—and virtual sessions for clients located anywhere in Delaware, Connecticut, Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, New Mexico, and Georgia.

Still Wondering if Therapy Is Right for You?

It’s normal to have questions before starting therapy. Many people wonder:

  • What’s the difference between counseling and psychotherapy?

  • How does therapy actually help?

  • How long does it take?

At The Center for Growth, we use the words therapy, counseling, and psychotherapy interchangeably. In general, psychotherapy tends to go deeper—addressing long-standing emotional patterns, relational wounds, and internal conflicts—while counseling can be more short-term and solution-focused. Both can be life-changing.

At its core, therapy is often described as “the talking cure.” It’s the process of expressing thoughts, emotions, and experiences to a trained professional who listens, reflects, and helps you make sense of your world. Together, you’ll develop insight, shift behavior patterns, and learn new ways to navigate life’s challenges.

Common Reasons People Begin Therapy

You might benefit from therapy if you notice yourself:

  • Feeling sad, lonely, anxious, irritable, or fearful most of the time

  • Losing interest in things that once brought joy

  • Feeling stuck or uncertain about next steps

  • Struggling with relationships or communication

  • Engaging in behaviors that feel out of control

  • Recovering from trauma or loss

  • Going through a major life transition—divorce, relocation, career change, parenting, caregiving, etc.

  • Seeking to explore your identity, sexuality, or self-worth

  • Wanting to understand your past to create a healthier future

Therapy doesn’t require you to have everything figured out. It simply asks that you show up, stay curious, and give yourself permission to change.

Choosing the Right Therapist

The most important factor in therapy is fit. Research consistently shows that the strength of the relationship between client and therapist predicts success more than any specific technique. When you feel seen, understood, and challenged in a safe way, real transformation can occur.

Before scheduling, take time to read each therapist’s bio. Notice who you feel drawn to. Look for someone who “gets you” and who can both empathize and hold you accountable to your growth.

The Center for Growth Approach

We integrate multiple therapeutic models including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Humanistic / Client-Centered Therapy

  • Psychodynamic / Relational Therapy

  • Trauma-Informed and Somatic Practices

  • Somatic Experiencing Therapy

  • Imago Therapy

  • Mindfulness-Based Interventions

  • Attachment-Focused and Emotionally-Focused Therapy

Our therapists tailor the approach to your goals—whether that means short-term work on a specific issue, or a deeper exploration of lifelong patterns.

Take the First Step

Beginning therapy is an act of courage. It’s also a commitment to yourself—to grow, heal, and create the life you deserve. At The Center for Growth, you’ll find skilled therapists, a supportive environment, and a belief that change is always possible.

You don’t have to do this alone.
Call us at (215) 922-LOVE (5683) ext. 100 or schedule online today.

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