Ellen Hirsch

You don't have to keep carrying everything on your own. Therapy can be a place where you feel understood, challenged in meaningful ways, and supported as you create lasting change. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, ADHD, self-esteem, life transitions, identity development, and relationship concerns, including couples, poly, and ethically non-monogamous (ENM) relationships. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and School Counselor, I bring both clinical expertise and real-world perspective. Before becoming a therapist, I spent five years in the business world after earning my Bachelor of Business Administration from Villanova University, then pursued my Master of Education in School Counseling at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill after intentionally choosing a career aligned with my values.

You already have strengths that can help you move forward—even if they don't feel accessible right now. My role is to help you recognize those strengths while building practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence. My approach is strengths-based and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation so you can better understand the "why" behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Above all, I strive to create a space grounded in empathy, unconditional acceptance, and genuine respect, where you feel safe being yourself while making meaningful progress.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another without pressure to have everything figured out. We'll talk about what's bringing you to therapy, explore what you hope will be different in your life, and begin identifying goals that feel realistic and meaningful to you. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of how we can work together and a plan that reflects your unique needs, values, and strengths.