Therapy Services at Mid River Counseling
At Mid River Counseling , we provide high-quality, individualized therapy designed to support your unique needs and goals. Every person’s story is different, and our approach reflects that. Grounded in evidence-based practices and delivered with compassion and respect, we create a space where you can safely explore, heal, and grow.
We believe therapy should be a partnership. That’s why we take time to understand who you are, what matters most to you, and how we can best support your journey. Whether you’re navigating a specific challenge or seeking personal growth, you’ll find a nonjudgmental, affirming environment centered entirely around your needs.
Every therapeutic relationship begins with a comprehensive initial evaluation, exploring your history, strengths, and hopes for the future. Together, we set meaningful goals that guide the process. At the heart of effective therapy is a strong, trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and supported—because true transformation begins in connection.
Our therapy is designed to meet you where you are and move at your pace. We use a person-centered, strengths-based, and compassion-focused approach rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). When appropriate, we also draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). Every session is personalized to help you navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, stress, and sleep concerns—building emotional flexibility and lasting change aligned with your values.
Our Therapeutic Approach
Our counseling methods are grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and supported by complementary models:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I): Improves sleep quality and efficiency.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Builds mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT): Helps recognize and shift unhelpful emotional and relational patterns.
Each session is tailored to your needs, helping you develop the skills, awareness, and confidence to create lasting change that aligns with your values.
Anxiety Therapy
Therapy for anxiety helps you break free from the constant worry, overthinking, and physical tension that can interfere with daily life. Whether anxiety appears as panic attacks, racing thoughts, or difficulty focusing, it can feel overwhelming—but it is treatable.
At Mid River Counseling, we use techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you manage anxious thoughts and emotions with compassion rather than avoidance. You’ll learn to identify triggers, regulate your nervous system, and develop tools to calm the body and mind.
Together, we’ll work on:
- Recognizing anxious thinking patterns
- Practicing mindfulness to stay grounded in the present moment
- Reducing avoidance behaviors that reinforce anxiety
- Building confidence to face life’s challenges
Our goal is to help you regain balance, so you can live a calmer, more connected, and meaningful li
Depression Counseling
Depression can make even simple tasks feel heavy. It can show up as loss of interest, low motivation, fatigue, hopelessness, or emotional numbness. At Mid River Counseling, we take a compassionate, individualized approach to helping you reconnect with purpose and joy.
Through ACT and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), you’ll explore the emotions behind your depression, learn to challenge self-critical thoughts, and rebuild habits that nurture well-being. We work together to help you:
- Understand the root causes of low mood
- Develop emotional awareness and self-acceptance
- Create small, achievable steps toward positive action
- Strengthen your sense of hope and self-worth
You don’t have to face depression alone. Therapy provides a safe space to heal and rediscover a sense of lightness and possibility.
Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress
Trauma can affect how you think, feel, and connect with others. Whether you’ve experienced a single traumatic event or ongoing stress, the impact can linger long after the situation has passed.
At Mid River Counseling, we use trauma-informed practices within ACT, DBT, and EFT frameworks to help you gently process painful memories and regain a sense of safety and control. You’ll learn skills to manage emotional triggers, build resilience, and reconnect with your body and values.
Therapy for trauma focuses on:
- Understanding trauma responses and emotional patterns
- Building coping strategies for flashbacks, anxiety, or avoidance
- Strengthening self-trust and emotional regulation
- Restoring connection with yourself and others
Healing from trauma takes time, but with care, patience, and guided support, it is absolutely possible.
Relationship Therapy
Trauma can affect how you think, feel, and connect with others. Whether you’ve experienced a single traumatic event or ongoing stress, the impact can linger long after the situation has passed.
At Mid River Counseling, we use trauma-informed practices within ACT, DBT, and EFT frameworks to help you gently process painful memories and regain a sense of safety and control. You’ll learn skills to manage emotional triggers, build resilience, and reconnect with your body and values.
Therapy for trauma focuses on:
- Understanding trauma responses and emotional patterns
- Building coping strategies for flashbacks, anxiety, or avoidance
- Strengthening self-trust and emotional regulation
- Restoring connection with yourself and others
Healing from trauma takes time, but with care, patience, and guided support, it is absolutely possible.
Stress Management
Chronic stress can take a toll on your mind, body, and relationships. You may feel constantly “on,” easily irritated, or emotionally drained. Stress management therapy helps you identify the sources of tension and develop strategies to create calm and balance.
Using tools from ACT and DBT, therapy helps you:
- Recognize stress triggers and body responses
- Learn relaxation and grounding techniques
- Set boundaries that protect your energy
- Build long-term resilience and emotional flexibility
At Mid River Counseling, we’ll help you move from overwhelm to balance—so you can respond to life’s challenges with clarity and strength.
Sleep Concerns and CBT-I
Quality sleep is essential to emotional and physical health. If you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake feeling unrested, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) can help.
CBT-I is a structured, evidence-based method that addresses the thoughts and behaviors that interfere with healthy sleep. Rather than relying on medication, it teaches practical strategies for resetting your sleep cycle and improving rest naturally.
Therapy focuses on:
- Identifying habits that disrupt sleep
- Managing racing thoughts at bedtime
- Creating consistent sleep routines
- Restoring a healthy relationship with rest and relaxation
Better sleep leads to better mood, focus, and overall well-being—and CBT-I provides the tools to help you get there.
At Mid River Counseling, therapy is more than a process – it’s a partnership. Through evidence-based care, genuine connection, and a deep understanding of your goals, we help you move toward healing, resilience, and meaningful growth. Explore our areas of focus to learn how therapy can support your next steps.
Pricing
Initial Evaluation $160
55 Minute Therapy Session $140
45 Minute Therapy Session $100
Your health insurance may cover part or all of the cost of your care. Contact your insurance provider to find out more about your mental health benefits.
Health Insurance Plans In-Network:
Accepting Highmark, Capital Blue Cross, Geisinger Health Plan Commercial, Optum and Aetna
Any insurance not listed is considered Out Of Network. Your insurance may reimburse you for some of the cost of mental health services with an Out Of Network Provider. Contact your insurance provider to learn about your coverage and benefits.
Questions about how telehealth works, insurance, and first sessions? Check out our FAQ page or contact us.
Ready to Begin?
Therapy is a powerful step toward healing, balance, and growth. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or stress, Mid River Counseling offers compassionate, evidence-based care designed around you.