Forgiveness therapists in Bradford, Pennsylvania PA

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Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan therapist: Susan Spicer, psychologist
Forgiveness

Susan Spicer

Psychologist, PhD
Drawing upon my extensive experience in working with clients, I've observed that forgiveness is a profound and transformative journey for individuals seeking emotional healing. In my therapeutic approach, I employ EMDR therapy as a powerful tool to guide you on this path to forgiveness. Recognizing that the journey towards forgiveness begins with processing the events that have contributed to your emotional wounds, we delve deep into the core beliefs about yourself that have sprouted from these experiences. Throughout my work with clients, I emphasize several fundamental principles about forgiveness. Firstly, it's essential to understand that forgiveness doesn't imply agreement with or condoning of the actions that have caused you harm. It also doesn't necessitate allowing the same hurt to be inflicted upon you again. It is possible to forgive and not forget. It is also possible to forgive without ever reconciling with the person who harmed you, as forgiveness is created and achieved for your own personal peace and well-being. Forgiveness is not a one-time event; it is a process that unfolds through stages. In our therapeutic journey together, we explore the "why" behind your desire to forgive, which serves as a powerful catalyst for determining the "how." This process allows us to navigate the complexities of forgiveness with clarity and purpose, ultimately paving the way for emotional liberation and healing.  
24 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, Pennsylvania
New York City, New York therapist: Danielle Pigno, licensed mental health counselor
Forgiveness

Danielle Pigno

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Providing the Highest Quality Treatment to Bring Healthy and Lasting Changes to Your Life!  
10 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, Pennsylvania
Nashville, Tennessee therapist: PSYCHe, PLLC, psychologist
Forgiveness

PSYCHe, PLLC

Psychologist, PhD, DBT-LBC™, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
A number of our clinicians can help clients navigate complex relationships and process events and traumas.  
10 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania therapist: Brian Swope, marriage and family therapist
Forgiveness

Brian Swope

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Forgiveness is difficult. It happens when you feel ready to move the hurt from the forefront to the background and it can be extremely freeing; it helps us to move on. Sometimes forgiveness is for yourself, and other times it's being able to forgive another - either expressed to them, or to them for yourself if that isn't possible.  
13 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, Pennsylvania
Catonsville, Maryland therapist: Elisha S Lee, counselor/therapist
Forgiveness

Elisha S Lee

Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Forgiveness counseling is a transformative process that facilitates the release of resentment, anger, and hurt that often maintains a hold on one's emotional well-being. Our services in this area focus on assisting clients as they navigate the complex path toward forgiving others and, equally importantly, themselves. This journey can pave the way for healing, inner peace, and the restoration of fractured relationships. Fostering Compassion and Peace Through Forgiveness * Understanding Forgiveness: We begin by exploring the true meaning of forgiveness, debunking myths, and setting realistic expectations about what forgiveness does and does not entail. * Addressing Emotional Pain: Our counselors create a safe and empathetic space for clients to express and work through the emotional pain that has inhibited their ability to forgive, fostering a deeper understanding of their own feelings and experiences. * Personal Empowerment: Forgiveness is framed as a choice and an act of personal empowerment, rather than a sign of weakness or an obligation to others. * Letting Go of Harmful Attachments: Therapy focuses on helping individuals let go of negative attachments to past events and the people who have caused them harm, enabling them to reclaim their mental and emotional freedom. * Reconciliation versus Release: We help clients discern between reconciliation—a restored relationship with the one who wronged them—and release, which is to free oneself from the burden of unresolved hurt. Goals of Forgiveness Counseling Our forgiveness counseling aims to assist clients in: * Processing and Accepting Hurtful Events: Acknowledge and accept the reality of what happened in order to move forward. * Liberating from the Past: Break free from the anchor of past hurts that impede current happiness and emotional wellness. * Enhancing Personal Growth: Use the process of forgiveness as a catalyst for personal growth and self-improvement. * Healing Emotional Wounds: Begin to heal the emotional wounds inflicted by others or oneself. * Restoring Inner Peace: Achieving a sense of inner peace, regardless of whether the relationship with the offender is reconciled. The act of forgiveness can be a profoundly liberating experience that goes far beyond mending relationships with others—it's an act of healing for oneself. Our skilled therapists are dedicated to guiding you through the emotional complexities of forgiveness, empowering you to let go of the past and embrace a more peaceful, fulfilling future. Connect with us to explore how forgiveness counseling can be a vital step in your personal journey of healing and growth.  
7 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, Pennsylvania