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Theresa Bishop, LPC

Licensed counselor for complex challenges
  • Collaborative care
  • Evidence-based methods
  • Support for recovery

About Theresa Bishop

Theresa Bishop is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with ten years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. She completed graduate studies in professional counseling at Carlow University and has worked extensively with individuals coping with loss, anger, acceptance struggles, and the complex needs that often accompany substance use and mood disorders.

Her approach adapts to what the individual needs in the moment, drawing on motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and psychotherapy to create practical, goal-oriented plans. Theresa emphasizes listening carefully, maintaining an objective stance, and partnering with clients to explore options for change, actionable steps, and realistic challenges.

She views the therapeutic relationship as something shaped by life experience rather than classroom instruction - a skill developed over time that supports thoughtful, collaborative work. Theresa does not promise miracles, but she values the process and the willingness to search for progress. She welcomes those who are ready to begin and recognizes that taking the first step toward therapy is itself an important achievement.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)SexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Theresa Bishop have?

Theresa Bishop has 10 years of experience.

Is Theresa Bishop a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is listed as PA LPC PC007652.

In which languages does Theresa Bishop provide therapy?

Theresa Bishop provides therapy in English.

Where is Theresa Bishop located?

Theresa Bishop is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Theresa Bishop as my therapist?

You can work with Theresa Bishop through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Theresa Bishop work with international clients?

Theresa Bishop does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Theresa Bishop cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Theresa Bishop draws from several proven approaches to tailor care to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to change them - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends acceptance and change strategies to build skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-directed method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, often used in addiction recovery and behavior change work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Theresa collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts techniques over time so treatment remains a good fit.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging make it possible to access support from home, between commitments, or during transitions. These options increase accessibility and help clients maintain consistent care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

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