Amanda Pisark Therapy
mental and emotional support for individuals, couples, and families
Welcome!
I'm a licensed clinical social worker based in the suburbs of Philadelphia. After over a decade of working in a corporate setting in my hometown of NYC, I decided to pursue my true passion of helping others live their best possible lives. After receiving my Master of Social Service degree from Bryn Mawr College, I spent the next few years working in hospice care and retirement communities, and completed additional training through the International End-of-Life Doula Association (INELDA). I have helped hundreds of individuals better understand and manage life transitions, dying and death, loss and grief, family dynamics, and more.
Today as a therapist, I aim to provide a warm and safe space for adults of all ages to explore their thoughts and feelings that impact their daily lives as well as their relationships with others. In addition to life transitions, I also focus on my clients' individual and relational development. I look forward to meeting you and hearing about your your experiences, wants and needs, and personal goals.
Areas of Focus
Grief
Aging, dying, and death
Chronic illness
Caregiver stress
Career counseling
Retirement
Transitioning to senior living
Dynamics and conflict
Communication skills
Boundary setting
Sex and intimacy challenges
Stepparenting and blended families
Relationship termination
Estrangement
Attachment styles and needs
Emotional attunement and regulation
Trauma processing
Inner child work
Coping skills
Self-esteem development
Hoarding disorder and behaviors
Individual Issues
Family & Relationships
Life Transitions
Therapeutic Approach
Grounded in attachment, psychodynamic, and relational theories, I utilize talk therapy and Socratic questioning to uncover and process who you are and how you came to be. I will challenge your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work with you to modify your perspective of yourself and others while developing skills to improve your life and your relationships. As we work together, I will draw upon several therapy modalities including:
FAQs
Who do you provide therapy for?
Adults of any age; my clients are anywhere between 18 and 100+ years old
Where will sessions take place?
Sessions typically take place via telehealth video. I work through a few therapy platforms; which one we use for your sessions will depend on your payment method or insurance. In-person sessions are also an option for clients near Bryn Mawr - contact me to discuss
How often will we have a session?
That is entirely based on your needs, goals, and availability. We can meet as often as once a week to once a month to on an as-needed basis, and anywhere from 30 minutes to up to one hour
Do you offer couples therapy?
Absolutely! In addition to individual therapy, I meet with couples and families who feel they would benefit from having a space to evaluate conflict, improve communication, and repair relationships. Please note, I cannot provide individual therapy if I am meeting with you as part of a couple/family, or vice versa
What if I'm not sure therapy (or therapy with you) is right for me?
Therapy is a very personal and individual experience. Whether you're engaging in it for the first time, coming back after a long break, or switching from a different provider who simply wasn't the right fit - I am happy to talk to you via video or phone before you commit to a session so we can discuss your goals and expectations, my therapeutic style and go-to interventions, and see if it feels like a good match
Do you see clients outside of Pennsylvania?
Not at the moment. Additionally, I cannot see current clients if you are traveling out-of-state
Fee Per Session
Individual
$125
Couples and Families of 2
$175
Families of 3 or more
+$15 for each additional member
$190
Private Pay
Insurances Accepted
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna / Evernorth
Geisinger
Highmark
UnitedHealthcare / Optum
Medicare
Medicare Advantage Plans
Carelon Behavioral Health
EAPs
and more!
Questions?
Ready to schedule an appointment or free consultation?
Amanda Pisark, LCSW
PA License # CW026689