Shira Collings

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor offering psychotherapy in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Washington, Oregon, and Nevada. I specialize in perinatal loss and complex reproductive experiences, including abortion and termination for medical reasons, infertility, ambivalence about parenthood, pregnancy after loss, and birth trauma.

In addition, I specialize in eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. My work is grounded in Health at Every Size and fat liberation, and I am especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent folks in recovery from eating disorders and disordered eating.

I also work with clients navigating trauma, grief and loss, queer identity, neurodivergence, and major life transitions.

My therapeutic approach centers on making room for the complexity, grief, strength, and meaning that can emerge as we explore our reproductive stories, relationship with food and body, and broader identities.

My approach primarily draws from feminist and relational-cultural therapy, which means I view healing as something that happens through connection, empowerment, and understanding the impact of larger social and cultural systems on our lives. I believe that every person’s experiences are shaped not just by their personal history, but also by their identities, relationships, and the world around them. I focus on exploring how these factors influence your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also creating a safe and collaborative space where your voice is heard and respected.

I regularly incorporate mindfulness, self-compassion, expressive arts, philosophy and pop culture, and self-advocacy skills into my approach. I also integrate tools from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and trauma-specific modalities like Narrative Exposure Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I’m LGBTQ+ affirming, neurodiversity affirming, and aligned with Health At Every Size. My practice is guided by the values of bodily autonomy, trauma-informed care, and grief-informed care.

Together, we’ll work toward deepening your self-awareness, cultivating self-compassion, and building a stronger sense of empowerment. I don’t come in with all the answers — instead, I walk alongside you as we make sense of your story, your relationships, and the questions you’re holding. My hope is that therapy feels like a space where you can be fully human, where your strengths are recognized, and where your growth is supported every step of the way.