Office
Philadelphia, PA – University City
4025 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Fax Number: 215-386-1743
Parking + Exact Location
Parking:
Metered parking is available on Chestnut and surrounding streets. Parking garage at Fresh Grocer supermarket on 40th and Walnut.
Exact Location:
The University City Office of Council for Relationships is located at 4025 Chestnut Street. Chestnut Street is a one-way street going east. The building is directly opposite the University of Pennsylvania police station. After 7:00 pm, you can park underneath the building
Directions
From Center City:
Follow Market Street west to 42nd Street and turn left at the light (Pep Boys on the right and Midas on the left). From 42nd, turn left onto Chestnut (first traffic light) and proceed 1 1/2 blocks to 4025 Chestnut Street, directly across the street from the Penn police station.
From the Northeast:
Take 95 South to the Center City exit. Take the Vine Street Expressway (676W) to exit for International Airport and 30th Street. Proceed around 30th Street Station, following the signs to Market Street. Make a right onto Market Street. Follow Market Street west to 42nd Street and turn left at the light (Pep Boys on the right and Midas on the left). From 42nd, turn left onto Chestnut (first traffic light) and proceed 1 1/2 blocks to 4025 Chestnut Street, directly across the street from the Penn police station.
From New Jersey:
Cross the Ben Franklin Bridge to the Vine Street Expressway (676W). Take 676 West to the the 30th Street exit. Follow 30th Street around the train station up to Market Street. Turn right on Market Street. Follow Market Street west to 42nd Street and turn left at the light (Pep Boys on the right and Midas on the left). From 42nd, turn left onto Chestnut (first traffic light) and proceed 1 1/2 blocks to 4025 Chestnut Street, directly across the street from the Penn police station.
From Wilmington:
Take 95 North to Philadelphia 76 West exit. Take 76 West to the South Street exit. Turn left at the light and proceed west on Spruce Street to 42nd Street. Turn right on 42nd Street and proceed to Chestnut Street, where you must turn right. 4025 Chestnut Street is approximately 1 1/2 blocks up on the left, directly across the street from the Penn police station.
Staff Therapists at this Location:
Barbara Barry, MEd, LMFT
Barbara Barry, MEd, LMFT
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Carol Blum, M.Ed., CAC, ...
Carol Blum, M.Ed., CAC, MFT, LPC
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Mike Butera, LMFT
Mike Butera, LMFT
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Jagkirpal Channa, MFT, MS
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Reid Cilley, MFT
Reid Cilley, MFT
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Sara J. Corse, PhD
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Kenneth W. Covelman, PhD
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Kelly Davis, Esq., LSW
Kelly Davis, Esq., LSW
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Eric Devon, MD
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Lisa Handler, PhD, LMFT
Lisa Handler, PhD, LMFT
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Gabrielle Hoang, MFT
Gabrielle Hoang, MFT
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Sarafina Kietzman-Nickli...
Sarafina Kietzman-Nicklin, LMFT
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Marissa Kos, LSW, RN
Marissa Kos, LSW, RN
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Amy Leonard, LMSW
Amy Leonard, LMSW
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David MacFarlane, MEd
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Alexandra S. Macy, MD, MA
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Virginia Mittnacht, LCSW
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Matthew CP Purinton, LCSW
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Courtney Ragin, LMFT
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Jamie Rose, MAC, LMFT
Jamie Rose, MAC, LMFT
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Peggy Roth, MSEd, LMFT
Peggy Roth, MSEd, LMFT
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Lenny Schnier, LSW
Lenny Schnier, LSW
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Qianna S. Snooks, PsyD
Qianna S. Snooks, PsyD
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Anneliese Sorrentino, MS...
Anneliese Sorrentino, MSS, LMFT
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Michele Southworth, JD, ...
Michele Southworth, JD, LMFT
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Emma Steiner, MSW, MFT, ...
Emma Steiner, MSW, MFT, LCSW
list of clubs Ms. Steiner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working as a psychotherapist in Philadelphia. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Arts and Sciences as well as the Graduate School of Social Policy and Practice, she returned to train at Council for Relationships in order...
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Jane Summers, MD
Jane Summers, MD
list of clubs Dr. Jane Summers has specialized in women’s behavioral health throughout her career. She provides medication evaluation and treatment for clients treated by Council for Relationships therapists in our Women’s Psychological Health Services. Dr. Summers’ approach prioritizes understanding the unique issues that affect the emotional health of women such as reproductive health and...
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Tracey Tanenbaum, M.Ed, ...
Tracey Tanenbaum, M.Ed, LMFT, AS
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Jennifer Trinh, MD
Jennifer Trinh, MD
list of clubs I am a board-certified psychiatrist who provides psychotherapy and evidence-based medication management with a comprehensive treatment approach. My aim is to listen and connect with my patients to help them reach their individual goals while fostering an empathetic, warm, and respectful space. I have found that the ability to have your therapy...
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Bianca Williams, MFT
Bianca Williams, MFT
list of clubs My practice experience must encompass feeling safe, supported, and free of judgment or “my way or the highway” thinking. My goal is to work collaboratively with you, showing up as both an advocate and fellow brainstormer as I witness you become more and more aware that you are truly the expert in...
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Becky Wu, MD
Becky Wu, MD
list of clubs I am a board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based care. I offer comprehensive mental health care, including psychotherapy and medication treatment, based on your individual needs. I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto and my medical degree from the Medical University of the Americas. I completed my...
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