Find a therapist in Allentown, PA — covered by insurance


Top therapists in Allentown, PA accepting new patients
Looking for mental health support in Allentown? Headway serves the community including neighborhoods like Center City, Muhlenberg, and Whitehall with 2,632 compassionate providers. Sessions are available as soon as next day with insurance-covered options.
I am open to new ideas and problem solving, through listening and exploring options. I welcome in depth conversations and always learn from my clients. Creating an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect is a primary goal. Setting attainable realistic goals for life. I have experience in business, schools (k-12 and higher education) and the Family Court System
My experiences include extensive training for diverse populations: Community Oriented Police, School Police officers, First Responders and Hospital security.
I have also taught coparenting classes and work with hundreds of couples in creating and implementing parenting plans. I have instructed and supervised counselors in training at both the University level and have been a hands on field instructor.
In the area of leadership, I have been president of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association, president od the board of both Circle Group Homes and the William Gladden Foundation. I have served on many community boards and current chair the scholarship committee for The Greater Allegheny Education Foundation.
Hi, I'm Amanda! If you're here, you've already done something brave. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship challenges who are ready to understand the patterns keeping life feeling heavy or stuck. My goal is to make this whole process feel as easy as possible. I'd love to get to know you- reach out and let's take the first step together.
I enjoy working with patients who are struggling with perinatal issues (fertility issues, loss, pregnancy challenges), anxiety, and those who are coping with illnesses or life transitions. I hope to support you with empathy through life’s challenging seasons. We'll work collaboratively toward building a space conducive for self-awareness, navigating life’s challenges, and connecting to values to move towards a more fulfilling life.
Chris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with mental health for over eleven years. She is experienced and prepared to work with all varieties of mental. emotional, and relational challenges, including severe mental illness. She has particular familiarity in working with psychological trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, spirituality, aging, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. She pairs her firm grounding in spirituality with modern evidenced-based techniques for optimal healing and growth. With an eagerness to learn and grow, herself, she has attended the following trainings and certifications among others:
Certificate in Aging and Health at Rutgers University
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - Levels I and II
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional through the Professional Education Studies Institute (PESI)
Professional Coach at the Co-Active Training Institute Advanced Shamanic Healing at Foundation for Shamanic Studies
MDMA-Assisted Therapist Training at the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)(*Chris will not be practicing psychedelic assisted therapy until FDA approval is complete.)
Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage and I'm honored to be part of that journey. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely safe and accepted, so we can do meaningful work together.
Hello I am Clyde who wants to ensure you receive the best treatment you can, offering treatment in a safe space, nonjudgmental, honest, confidential, timely warm, kind, considerate, professional, ethical, skillful, relevant, current way. Look forward to getting to know you.
Hello! I’m Lucas, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with nearly a decade of experience helping individuals navigate and overcome life’s challenges. My practice is built on a foundation of person-centered principles and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ensuring that your care is both evidence-based and deeply compassionate.
I'm a social worker with over a decade of fieldwork with various populations in numerous settings. My breadth of experience affords me special insight into and a deep passion for infertility, perinatal and postpartum struggles, chronic illness, and military life. Working together is mutually beneficial: I get to put years of schooling and experience into practice, and you get to work towards improved overall wellness.
I am the Founder of EQ Therapy (eqtherapy.co), a private practice designed for high-performing clients. I also teach at NYU in their graduate mental health counseling program. My dissertation at Johns Hopkins focused on the mental health experience of intercollegiate student-athletes. I supervise therapists at EQ Therapy who are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. If you're a couple, college student, industry leader, entrepreneur, or athlete, schedule a session with with me today!
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Allentown, PA



- 100%Stress management
- 100%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 87%Relationship issues
- 87%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 87%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
- 80%Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania

- 97%English
- 7%Spanish

- 100%In-person or online

- 83%Woman
- 17%Man

- 73%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 3%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 3%Licensed Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 47%Couples therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 30%Child or adolescent therapy
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Allentown
Searching for therapists in Allentown starts with knowing what kind of support you want from care. Therapists can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, and life transitions. As you compare Allentown therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, therapy approach, and experience match your needs. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
In a smaller city like Allentown, local therapist availability can vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in Pennsylvania. You may also want to compare appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, session format, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how each therapist describes their style, what a first session may look like, and whether their approach fits what you want from care.
Therapy in Allentown can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, view estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront, and book directly when you’re ready.
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