Headshot of CFR Therapist Lenny Schnier, MFT

Lenny Schnier, LSW

September 10, 2024

I have an integrative approach to therapy, which means I adapt the therapeutic process to the unique needs of each client. Some frameworks I pull from are systemic, narrative, relational, trauma-informed, and person-centered. It is important to me that therapy is a space where genuineness, directness, empathy, and sometimes humor can thrive. I am passionate…

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Kelly Davis, Esq., LSW

September 4, 2024

Do you ever feel that your heart and your mind want different things? In our sessions together, we will spend time with your different parts. Using the principles of Internal Family Systems, we will gently look at your conflicting desires and interests and understand how our various parts, even the ones that might not be…

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CFR Staff Therapist Reid Cilley, MFT, author of the blog National Coming Out Day: Identity & Mental Health

Reid Cilley, MFT

August 9, 2024

Hello! I am Reid Cilley, a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families to support them through their healing journeys. My goal is to provide trauma-informed care that considers the unique context in which each person exists. I work with you to develop areas such as defining boundaries, strengthening communication…

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Qianna S. Snooks, PsyD

July 22, 2024

One of the most powerful experiences a person can have is sitting across from another human being and feeling understood. In my work, I have embraced an integration of Psychodynamic and Systems therapies. I seek to understand the impact of the client’s unconscious wishes and drives, identify the coping strategies that they have available to…

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Sarah Valdivieso, LMFT

January 8, 2024

Ms. Valdivieso is an empathetic Marriage and Family Therapist who respects each client’s unique and individual journey. She believes that humans have an incredible capacity for resiliency and change. Ms. Valdivieso graduated from La Salle University with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a licensed therapist who works with adults, couples,…

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Bianca Williams, MFT

September 18, 2023

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 your own life….

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Lia Pezzato

Lia Pezzato, MFT

September 6, 2023

Hello, I am Lia, a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. You have come to the right place if you have been sitting with discomforting feelings and need additional support. I work with various clients, such as individuals, couples, and families. I take on a supportive and collaborative role with my clients as a therapist. Through…

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Headshot of CFR Staff Therapist and Manager of CFR's Older Adults Program Kent Matthies

Kent Matthies, MFT, MDiv

August 28, 2023

If you’re feeling down or stuck in life patterns that no longer serve you, you’ve landed in a space where positive change begins. I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and couples dealing with addiction, bringing the invaluable perspective of long-term sobriety to my practice. As an LGBTQ+ ally, I am passionate about creating a safe…

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Headshot of Bryn Mawr Therapist Sloane Previdi

Sloane Previdi, LSW, MFT

August 18, 2023

If you feel distressed, overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of exactly how you feel, I can help you understand these feelings and take steps to feel better.  I provide you with a safe and supportive space to explore feelings that may be difficult to express to others. I actively and openly listen to your perspective and…

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Meghan Rydzewski

Meghan Rydzewski, MFT

August 15, 2023

Coming to terms with our feelings and confronting our emotions alone can feel challenging. If you feel stuck, anxious, or isolated in any area of your life, you have come to the right place. As a therapist specializing in individuals, couples, and families, I am here to support you and be a guiding presence. Therapy…

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Gabrielle Hoang

Gabrielle Hoang, MFT

June 30, 2023

Hello! Navigating emotions, relationships, and the complexities of lived experiences can feel overwhelming. As a pre-licensed marriage and family therapist, I specialize in working with diverse individuals, couples, and families who seek support on this journey. Being a child of immigrants myself, I intimately understand the unique struggles that come with being raised by immigrant…

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Jagkirpal Channa, MFT, MS

June 12, 2023

Sometimes, life challenges us with painful experiences that can overwhelm us. These deep and untreated wounds can hinder one’s ability to be one’s true authentic self and live an empowered life. My goal is to provide my clients with a safe space to explore, challenge, and remove harmful patterns in their lives and create transformational…

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L. Stewart Barbera Jr., PsyD, MSW

June 1, 2023

L. Stewart Barbera Jr. is a licensed psychologist. Dr. Barbera earned his B.A. and M.A. at Loyola University of Maryland, a Master’s of Social Work degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice, and a Master’s and Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Barbera…

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Portrait of Amy Leonard looking directly at the camera against a forest backdrop. She is smiling with long, brown hair and is wearing a green and white plad button down shirt, unbuttoned, and a dark undershirt.

Amy Leonard, LMSW

May 30, 2023

If you are feeling stuck, alone, or confused about yourself or your relationships, then therapy could be a helpful next step for you. I would love to help you explore your story and learn how to tap into your ability to grow and heal. My style is warm, conversational, and relational, because I believe the…

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Portrait of Joanne Gonzales looking directly at the camera while smiling. She has dark, curly, and long hair and is wearing black-framed glasses. Her shirt is grey with a black collar trim.

Joanne Gonzales, MFT

May 15, 2023

The first step in starting therapy is finding a therapist who understands your personality and fits with your goals. My work focuses on supporting and challenging folks who were taught their identity could only look a certain way. I believe you know yourself the best. I want to help you gain the confidence to identify…

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Staff Therapist and Blog Author Chimere G. Holmes

Chimère G. Holmes, MA, MSEd, LPC

November 11, 2022

Chimère views the therapeutic process as sacred, creative, and collaborative interactions between therapist and client. She seeks to assure that her clients feel seen, heard, educated, and validated while actively working through life’s myriad challenges and transitions. Chimère compassionately supports and connects with individuals, couples, and families through empathy, warmth, empirically supported interventions, and lighthearted…

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Sarafina Kietzman-Nicklin

Sarafina Kietzman-Nicklin, LMFT

August 26, 2022

Sarafina has a Masters in Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. There, she focused on a systemic approach to therapy that allows her to examine the whole of people’s life experiences, including past and present relationships, and how they currently impact an individual’s mental health. Sarafina combines a macro approach, identifying larger values and goals,…

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Marissa Kos

Marissa Kos, LSW, RN

July 28, 2022

Marissa works with individuals as they navigate challenging emotional experiences or life circumstances by offering a safe environment to explore contributing dynamics and factors. She believes that her clients know themselves best and strives to understand the origins of their emotional experiences and the impact these may have on daily life and connection to others….

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Ray-Ling Hou, MSN, MFT, LMFT

July 5, 2022

Ray-Ling Hou is an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy approved supervisor and clinical fellow. Ms. Hou’s clinical and scholarly interests include: supervision and training, cultural diversity, social justice, immigrant families, inter-racial relationships, adolescent transitions, international adoption and foster care, and trauma. Ms. Hou encourages people considering therapy to reach out to discuss fees…

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Mike Butera

Mike Butera, LMFT

June 8, 2022

Mike supports the mental and relational wellness of individuals, couples, and families. He provides unique and creative ways to guide therapy participants through life’s inevitable challenges. He shapes space for a collaborative, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed therapeutic experience that is tailored to each person. He strives to foster emotional safety and relational attunement by constructing…

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Courtney Ragin, LMFT

January 23, 2022

Courtney Ragin, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families to support them in healing and developing healthy relationships where they feel seen and understood. She is passionate about helping people understand their life story and empowering them to create the life they desire. Courtney utilizes strength-based interventions…

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