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Parent Resource Guide (Revised 3/22/2021)
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This list is for your information and is not intended as an endorsement.
Parents are encouraged to consult with physicians and other trusted professionals when selecting a therapist.
Parents should also check with insurance providers before arranging for services.
Please note that additional mental health resources can be found on the OJRHS Student Assistance webpage: https://www.ojrsd.com/domain/238
A Parent Resource Guide is also available on our website at https://www.ojrsd.com//cms/lib/PA01916155/Centricity/Domain/81/Parent%20Resource%20Guide%204.4.2024.pdf
Thank you.
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Emergency Assistance
Child Line
1-800-932-0313
Accepts calls from the public and professional sources 24/7. The Intake Unit is available 24 hours to receive reports of suspected child abuse. Any person may report abuse, even if the individual wishes to remain anonymous.
Chester County Drug and Alcohol
610-344-6620
601 Westtown Rd., Ste 325
West Chester, PA 19380
Provides substance abuse treatment, intervention and prevention.
Crisis Intervention
Valley Creek Crisis Center
610-918-2100
1-877-918-2100
469 Creamery Way
Exton, PA 19341
Provides 24 hour emergency mental health service.
24/7 telephone crisis, counseling and mobile outreach services.
Crime Victims of Chester County
610-692-7420 hotline
610-972-1926
135-137 West Market Street
West Chester PA, 19382
Victim advocate program which also offers harassment programs in schools.
Psychologist/Psychiatrist
Dr. Michele Angello , PhD
610-917-8561
987 Old Eagle School Road, Suite 719
Wayne, PA 19087
Dr_Angello@yahoo.com
Clinical Sexologist & Gender Specialist. Individual, group and family therapy. Primary interests include working with transgender youth and adults, as well as individuals who identify as genderqueer. She also welcomes people dealing with issues of sexual orientation, alternative lifestyles and adolescent sexuality questions.
Dr. Jeffery Bernstein
610-280-7282
430 Exton Commons
Exton, PA 19341
Provides child and family therapy. Experience includes ADHD, anxiety, loss, depression, divorce and behavior problems.
Dr. Hilda Daniel/Megan Rosenblatt, Nurse Practitioner
Bryn Mawr Collaborative Psychiatric Associates
610-667-1781
925 W. Lancaster Ave., Suite 210
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatry/mental health.
No insurance accepted.
Dr. Ramesh Eluri
484-973-6661
404 E. High St.
Pottstown, PA 19464
http://www.elurimdpc.com/
We offer an array of outpatient services. Our individualized approach draws upon a wide range of treatment modalities and benefits you by gaining the insights and tools you need to move forward with confidence in life.
Additional location in Jeffersonville, PA.
Dr. Jeffrey Naser, MD & Associates
610-647-3950
1137 Lancaster Avenue
Berwyn, PA 19312
Child and adult psychiatric evaluations, medication management, limited therapy (there are therapists on site) & quotient testing.
Fee for services, no insurance accepted.
Elna Yadin, Clinical Psychologist
610-525-5090
1029 Wyndon Ave.
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
A mental health professional with highly specialized training in the diagnosis and psychological treatment of mental, behavioral and emotional illnesses, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Her main focus is on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Some of the common disorders that she can treat are learning disabilities, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Therapists
Tricia Ferrara, LPC
610-827-7711
Chester Springs, PA
A licensed, professional counselor, parenting strategist, and author who has helped individuals, couples, and families navigate their lives with grace and truth for more than fifteen years.
Connie Fritz
610-310-9109
296 W. Ridge Pike, Suite 101
Limerick, PA 19468
cgreenfritz@gmail.com
Works with children ages 5-18, adults, families and couples.
Most major insurances are accepted.
Stacey Hess, LCSW
Comprehensive Counseling
610-918-9229
21 W. Washington Street, Suite B
West Chester PA 19380
Counseling and therapy for mental health issues.
Josh Hostetter MA LPC
484-533-7104
1200 High Street
Suite 300
Pottstown, PA 19464
jhcounseling@gmail.com
Our goal at Hostetter, LPC is to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to grow in your heart, soul, mind, and strength. We specialize in pre-teen and adolescent depression, anxiety, school issues, emotional issues, bullying, self-esteem, self-harm, ADHD, drug and alcohol use.
Nancy King, LPC
610-933-9091
601 Main Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Provides adolescent and parent support for families in crisis. Private setting ensures confidentiality. Has 15 years’ experience working in the OJR School District.
Most insurances are accepted.
Victoria Morgan, LPC
610-572-7364
617 B Swedesford Corporate Park
Malvern, PA
Works with children, teens, young adults and families in addressing any barriers interfering with quality of life. Many of the clients and families she has worked successfully with present with depression, anxiety, self- injury, self-esteem, adjustment disorder, ADHD, specific learning disabilities, changing families, children of addicted parents, victims of bullying, social phobias, school avoidance, grief and loss, OCD and Asperger's Syndrome.
Alexandra Pompano, MA, LPC
reNEW YOU Counseling and Wellness, LLC
504-372-0954
168 W. Ridge Pike, Unit #131
Royersford, PA 19468
Helps clients identify key coping skills to manage rollercoaster emotions, chaotic relationships, impulsive/destructive behaviors, and connect mind-body through mindfulness based practices.
Offers individual, group, & family therapy as well as a 2x per week DBT intensive program and parent training.
Specialties include suicidal ideation, self-harming, and depression.
Adrianne Wagner, LMFT
610-329-5776
511 W. Main Street
Trappe, PA 19426
adriannewagnerlmft.com
Specializes in therapy for adolescents, young adults and families. Works with anxiety, depression, trauma & family conflict. EMDR trained and telehealth available.
Counseling Agencies
The Anxiety & OCD Center
Dr. Bridget Erwin
484-947-8820
270 Lancaster Avenue, Building J
Malvern, PA 19355
drerwin@anxietyocd.com
Specializes in treatment of anxiety and OCD helping countless people to overcome worry and create calm, confidence, and happy, effective relationships through Coaching for Calm and Confidence by Dr. Erwin.
Arrive Therapy
443-856-8122
stefaninidynamicsllc@gmail.com
Focuses on counseling with clients who are trans, non-binary, gay, lesbian, and bisexual. Also works with the entire family and provides support to parents whose children are "coming out" or transitioning.
Located in Paoli, PA.
Associates of Springfield Psychological
610-544-2110
www.springpsych.com
Provides a full range of programs and services including anger management, individual and family counseling and specialized workshops.
Locations in Springfield, Havertown & West Chester.
The Brightening Center
610-889-0990
967 Swedesford Road
Suite 100
Exton, PA 19341
www.thebrighteningcenter.com
Provides leadership, career and life coaching services as well as peer/family recovery from addiction, counseling and therapy and mind-body services.
Center for Families
610-288-0670
101 Phoenixville Pike
Malvern, PA 19355
www.centerforfamilies.com
Provides peer support, education, and clinical counseling for mental health issues that affect families every day.
Center for Psychological Services
610-647-6406
41 Leopard Rd
Building #1 #304
Paoli, PA 19301
Provides child, adolescent, family and marital counseling with flexible hours available.
Therapists are willing to work with each case on financial arrangements, if needed.
Chester Springs Clinical Associates, LLC
223 Byers Road, Suite 1
Chester Springs, PA 19425
www.CSCAGroup.com
Provides compassionate and supportive therapy services in a comfortable and safe professional environment. Services offered: clinical consultation, individual and family therapy with group therapy coming soon.
CM Counsel
Plymouth Meeting: 610-825-9400
King of Prussia: 484-808-5340
Exton: 610-524-0780
A licensed staff highly qualified to help effectively address and resolve any obstacles to emotional well-being and peace of mind. Specializes in providing clinical, counseling, educational and health psychological services as well as psychiatric assessment and medication management. Provides services to adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples.
Collaborative Counseling Services LLC
Christopher James Carbo, MA, LPC, NCC, CCDP-D
610-440-3623 x1
47 Marchwood Road, Suite 2A-8
Exton, PA 19341
Mindfulness based cognitive therapy for those who want to manage anxiety and/or depression. Also specializes in addiction.
Flexible fees based on income.
Cornerstone Therapy and Wellness, LLC
Jennifer Benjamin
610-628-0960
639 Swedesford Rd., Malvern, PA
996 Old Eagle School Rd., Ste. 1105, Wayne, PA
Provides individual and group therapy as well as adolescent and Autism/Asperger’s therapy. Experts in the field of behavioral, bipolar, self-esteem and school issues. Insurance accepted.
Cash payment discount for no insurance submittal.
Creative Health Services
484-941-0500
11 Robinson Street
Pottstown, PA 19465
Provides outpatient therapy, children’s partial program Wrap-Around Program, adolescent drug and alcohol, prevention program.
Creative Health Services
610-948-6490
1 Mennonite Church Rd
Spring City, PA
Provides outpatient therapy, children’s partial program Wrap-Around Program, adolescent drug and alcohol, prevention program.
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
610-933-8110
1041 W. Bridge Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Provides individual and family counseling, children’s partial program, Wrap-Around Services, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is offered as well.
ETHOS Treatment, LLC
267-669-0300
21 W. Washington St.
Suite B
West Chester PA 19380
http://www.ethostreatment.com
ETHOS's mission is to provide optimum intensive therapeutic interventions to overcome the barriers that individuals face to achieve long-term recovery. Through consistent support in a multifaceted treatment approach, ETHOS strives to provide a therapeutic setting for individuals to find their authentic selves free from substance abuse.
Family Services of Chester County
610-696-4900
310 North Matlack Street
West Chester PA, 19382
Provides outpatient counseling to individuals and families.
Girls on Fire
484-364-3120
Renee S. McClure, LCSW
2528 Limekiln Road
Douglassville, PA 19518
www.reneemcclure.com
Provides counseling and life coaching to help girls and young women understand and manage their anxiety. Provides assistance with navigating the pressures of adolescence and young adulthood while developing the self-awareness, self-esteem, and resiliency they need.
Innovative Counseling Associates
Debbie Fetterman, MSW, LSW
610-326-2728 ext. 34
600 Creekside Dr., Suite 601
Pottstown, PA 19464
Outpatient mental health practice in Pottstown which serves childrens, teens, and adults in the Owen J. Roberts and surrounding communities.
Offering telehealth/video services.
Inspire Behavioral Health
Dr. Martine S. Ott
267-563-8180 or admin@inspirebh.org
Boyertown & King of Prussia locations
http://inspirebh.org/
Inspire Behavioral Health is a private psychiatry practice serving adolescents and adults seeking to improve and maintain their emotional well-being. With offices in Montgomery and Berks counties, IBH values the importance of affordable and accessible care. Owned and operated by an advanced practice nurse, IBH offers full-service medication management, with a holistic emphasis, to clients aged 13-65.
IBH offers treatment services for the following disorders:
mood, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, behavioral, impulse control, eating, psychotic, and personality.
Life Counseling
610-644-6464
1-800-882-2799
2500 East High Street
Building 800
Pottstown, PA 19465
Provides individual, family and marital therapy to individuals of all ages. Designed to meet clients emotional and spiritual needs.
Additional locations in Phoenixville and Paoli.
Lifeworks Counseling Center
610-323-4673
993 N. Charlotte St.
Ste. 1-D
Pottstown, PA 19464
Provides individual, couple, and family counseling. Specializing in therapy for depression and anxiety, parenting support, grief, work and career issues, stress management, and conflict resolution.
Offers bi-lingual/Spanish counseling and online video counseling.
Matthews Counseling & Coaching
Dr. Jesse Matthews
145 Little Conestoga Rd.
Chester Springs, PA 19425
A private practice in Chester Springs offering counseling and coaching services to individuals of all ages. They also work with families and couples.
Phone by provider. Contact provider at matthewscounselingcoaching.com.
Neuropsychological Assessment and Therapy Services
Julie Guay, PsyD, MBA
610-241-4331
114 John Robert Thomas Drive
Exton, PA 19341
jguaypsyd@yahoo.com
Serving children and adults with neurological, mental health, or chronic medical conditions. Psychological and neuropsychological assessment. Support and interventions to improve functioning.
Open Door Counseling, LLC
Ashley Saha, LCSW
717-991-8391
ashley.saha.lcsw@gmail.com
https://opendoorcounseling.online/
Offers teletherapy for adults, children, and families in a variety of settings. Ashely is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapies, narrative therapy, and trauma-informed care.
Penn Psychiatric Center
610-917-2200
601 Gay Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
programsupport@ppcmh.com
Provides services addressing a wide array of serious mental health concerns. Accepts all major insurances.
(Also provides wrap-around services for Montgomery County. If needed, call 610-489-3333.)
Psychiatric Services Comprehensive Counseling
Anna Marie T. Dipietro, CRNP (nurse practitioner)
610-314-7921
21 W. Washington Street, Suite B
West Chester, PA 19380
diPietroPsychNP@gmail.com
Family Psychiatric Services. Gene sight testing available to guide treatment plans.
Psychology and Counseling Associates
610-970-5234
2091 E. High Street
Pottstown, PA 19464
Serves children, adolescents and adults.
Psychology and Counseling Associates
610-489-6240
555 2nd Ave. G-120
Collegeville, PA 19426
www.psychologyandcounseling.net
Serves children, adolescents and adults.
Sanare Today
610-344-9600
917 Old Fern Hill Road, Suite 100
West Chester, PA 19380
www.sanaretoday.com
Sanare Today provides help and support for those hurting from depression, anxiety or addictions. Staff are trained and experienced in using the most effective strategies and therapies available such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Skills Training. They offer an intensive after school program as well as individual and group therapy.
Multiple locations in Chester Springs, King of Prussia and Trappe.
Self Expressions
Nancy Conway
610-251-0821
Swedesford Corporate Center
617B Swedesford Road
Malvern, PA 19355
selfexp@comcast.net
We offer an emotionally safe environment where people can come to work through the many struggles life brings.
Services for Children & Adolescents (Devereux)
610-933-8110
Jen Cooper, Program Director
1041 West Bridge St.
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Provides individual and family counseling, children's partial program and wrap-around services. Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is offered as well.
Spilove Psychotherapry
Tiffany Spilove, MS, MFT Psychotherapy
484-784-6244
West Chester PA 19380
www.TiffanySpilove.com
Treats eating disorders and creates teams that include dietitians, doctors and psychiatrists. Also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trauma Therapy. Offers young adult recovering women's groups in addition to LGBTQ groups.
Therapeutic Alliance
610-783-3557
770 East Market St., Suite 220
West Chester, PA 19382
http://amichaelblanche.com/team/
Services include: professional men's group, male substance abuse adolescent group, women's co-dependency group, individual mental health counseling and therapy, children, couples, and family counseling, assessments and individual therapy specializing in young adults, and professional counselor and clinical interventions.
Additional location at 101 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA.
Well-Mind Therapy LLC
Susan Winters-Griste, L.M..F.T.
484-686-4915
The Commons at Valley Forge
1220 Valley Forge Road, Suite 38
Valley Forge, PA 19482
Susan@ValleyForgeTherapy.com
With a compassionate and sensitive approach to individual journeys in life, she makes it a priority to fully understand the nature of the client's concern and experience. Specializes in anger modification, depression, anxiety, stress, body/self-image, conflict resolution, and personal growth.
The West Chester Therapy Group
484-266-7143
222 N. Walnut Street, Suite E
West Chester, PA 19380
www.wctherapygroup.com/services
Provides individual therapy, relationship therapy and family therapy. Works with a variety of areas including: anxiety, depressions, grief and loss, college stress, body image, life transitions and much more.
Does not accept insurance except HSA and FSA. Fee range depends on preferred therapist.
Partial/Inpatient Treatment Centers
Behavioral Health & Recovery Services:
Rogers Behavioral Health
267-787-6600 or 844-843-3992
1 Winding Drive, Suite 106
Philadelphia, PA 19131
https://rogersbh.org/
At Rogers in Philadelphia, patients can access effective outpatient treatment and the support needed to find hope and healing from their mental health conditions. We offer partial hospitalization care to children, teens and adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. Partial hospitalization care is also available to teens and adults with depression, bipolar disorder, or other mood disorders.
Our specialized outpatient care allows each patient a significant amount of time in treatment—six hours per day, five days per week—while still maintaining a regular home schedule and strong network of family and friends.
At this time, Rogers does not accept Medicaid/Medicare in Philadelphia.
The Light Program
610-644-6464
1566 Medical Dr.
Suite 320
Pottstown, PA 19464
https://thelightprogram.pyramidhealthcarepa.com/
Outpatient mental health treatment for adults and teens, promoting hope, change and healing.
Multiple locations in southeastern Pennsylvania, some with weekend and evening availability.
Accepts most major commercial insurances.
Teen Issues
Big Brothers, Big Sisters of SE PA
610-429-4159
9 N. Darling St
West Chester PA, 19380
Serves Philadelphia, Delaware and Chester Counties offering one on one mentoring to as-risk youth ages 7-17.
Rehab after Work/School
610-644-6464
491 John Young Way
Suite 300
Exton, PA 19341
Licensed intensive outpatient drug and alcohol treatment program.
Provides drug and alcohol treatment for adolescents in the Delaware Valley. Potential services include: intensive outpatient services, family therapy, outpatient group, individual therapy, parental support group, psychiatric services as needed and addiction awareness program. All major insurances accepted, as well as self-pay.
Also located in Pottstown and Phoenixville.
Renfrew Center Foundation
1-800-736-3739
www.renfrewcenter.com
Information and counseling for eating disorders.
Teen Line
1-866-TEENLINK
Teen Link operates a help line for youth every evening from 6:00-10:00 pm. The Teen Link helpline provides youth with a confidential, safe place to vent anger, express fears and anxieties, and seek comfort and support.
Woodland Forge
610-933-6475
Dr. Ellen Davis
4053 Tinker Hill Road
Phoenixville, PA 19460
http://woodlandforge.com/
Offers an outpatient eating disorder program specializing in anorexia, bulimia, and overeating. Best known for Family Based Treatment (FBT) which is now referred to as "the golden standard of care" for child and adolescent eating disordered patients.
Please note: Insurance is NOT accepted.
Grief & Loss
a haven
484-693-0160
623 North Pottstown Pike
Exton, PA 19341
ahaven.org
info@ahaven.org
Helping children grieve through a family-centered approach.
Peters Place
610-687-5150
150 N. Radnor-Chester Rd
Suite F 130
Radnor, PA 19087
A center for grieving children and families.
The Center For Loss and Bereavement
(610) 222-4110
3847 Skippack Pike
Skippack, PA 19474
A non-profit organization that provides professional counseling, support services and education within an environment of support and education for those individuals and families dealing with loss and bereavement.
Other Resources
Alanon/Alateen
610-696-4216
Help for family and friends of problem drinkers.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
215-923-7900
Center for Addictive Diseases
484-565-8200
Oaklands Corporate Center
479 Thomas Jones Way, Suite 800
Exton, PA 19341
Provides drug and alcohol treatment services for individuals age 14 and older, with substance abuse problems and their family members that are affected by this illness.
Chester County Department of Children
Youth and Families
610-344-5800
Government Services Center
601 Westtown Rd.
#310
West Chester PA, 19382
Provides protective services, life skills education, family treatment services, reunification services, adoption services, etc.
Chester County Health Department
610-344-6225
HIV/AIDS testing and counseling; prenatal and postpartum health services; sexually transmitted disease clinic, WIC.
Chester County Career Link
610-280-1010
Oaklands Corporate Center
479 Thomas Jones Way., Ste. 500
Exton, PA 19341
Economic and workforce development needs of job seekers, employers and workers; job and training referrals and placement.
Domestic Violence Center (DVCCC of Chester Co.)
1-888-711-6270
610-431-3546 (Phoenixville office)
Intervention, programs, outreach and systems advocacy to prevent and reduce domestic violence.
GRANDFamilies of Chester County
610-246-2261
Contact email: dwillettadvocacy@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/GrandFamiliesOfChesterCountyPa/
Offers information, referrals, and peer support to those who are raising children of others. Virtual support groups and trainings are also offered. Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center
484-687-2990
502 W Germantown Pike
East Norriton, PA 19403
info@missionkidscac.org
A safe,place for young victims of child sexual abuse or serious physical abuse. Coordination of prosecutors, law enforcement officials, social service and medical professionals. Medical services designed to reduce the trauma associated with physical examination required in abuse cases. Referrals for therapeutic services for child victims and their families.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
1-800-550-1964 (Chester County)
215-NAWORKS (Outside Chester County)
