Carla Runnels MA, LPC

Accepting Clients

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Licensed Professional Counselor in Aston, PA

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Services

  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Group

About My Clients

I specialize in the treatment of substance use disorders and recovery as well as supporting the family and loved ones who struggle with them. I have extensive experience treating depression, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, family conflict/estrangement, adjustment issues, suicidality, self harm, and LGBTQAI+ issues.

My Background and Approach

Everyone has a story and sometimes their story includes twists and turns that can keep them from moving forward in their lives. That might be through turbulent relationships, use of substances or a loved one struggling with substance use, bouts of depression or anxiety that impacts their quality of life, a loved one passing away or their own thinking patterns that influence their behaviors. My role in working with my clients is assisting them with moving forward, finding new solutions or courses of action, and helping them build their toolbox so that they can cope more productively with life struggles. I would describe my style as empathic, validating, and even humorous to help establish rapport with my clients and to form a therapeutic relationship that feels safe and comfortable. I place an emphasis on building collaborative therapeutic relationships that help my clients to feel understood and accepted.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Addiction Counseling

Other Techniques

  • Addiction Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Addiction Gambling Addiction

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • Bipolar
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Self-Harm
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
MA, LPC, State of Pennsylvania · #PC008229
Years in practice
14 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • United Healthcare

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Agnosticism
  • Judaism
  • Interfaith

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

4920 Pennell Rd Suite #312
Aston, PA 19014
4842223129

Access & Transport

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
  • Gender-neutral bathrooms
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At A Glance

  • Experience: 14 years of practice
  • Languages: English

Info

Email Carla
4920 Pennell Rd Suite #312
Aston, PA 19014
2 Bala Plaza
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

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