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Entry 134708Pennsylvania / United States

Sonja Allardyce

Sonja Allardyce, LCSW

Pennsylvania 10 years in practice

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LCSW - anxiety and trauma focus

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  • CBT and DBT
  • EMDR for trauma
  • Solution-focused work

About Sonja

LCSW in Pennsylvania with 10 years of experience, Sonja Allardyce helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and related concerns. She works with issues such as self-esteem, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy-related difficulties, sleep and eating problems, parenting strain, anger, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Sonja practices in a collaborative, problem-focused way. She uses methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical skills that a person can use between meetings.

Her approach emphasizes direct conversation and concrete steps. She helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, build emotion regulation skills, and address trauma symptoms when present. Work may include short-term problem solving or longer-term work depending on the person’s needs.

Sonja draws on a decade of clinical experience in Pennsylvania to adapt methods to each situation. She explains techniques plainly and sets measurable goals. Progress is tracked through discussion and practice of new skills.

People who prefer structured therapy with a mix of skill-building and trauma-focused work often find this approach suitable. Sessions are in English. For current session formats and scheduling details, confirm available options before booking. To begin, use the site’s matching process and schedule an initial appointment.

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Approaches used for remote sessions and practical fit

CBT helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. DBT teaches concrete emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. It can be useful for intense emotions, anger management, and managing impulsive behaviors.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist and client will review goals, symptoms, and preferences to decide whether CBT, DBT, EMDR, or another method fits best. That decision can change as work progresses and as new needs emerge.

Session logistics and formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to practice skills, process trauma with methods like EMDR when appropriate, and maintain momentum between in-person visits when those are possible. Ask about session length and how to structure appointments to match your schedule and goals.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

What is her therapeutic style?

Therapy is collaborative and goal-oriented. Sessions focus on practical skills, behavior change, and addressing trauma when appropriate.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 10 years of experience working as a clinician in Pennsylvania.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options on the booking page before scheduling.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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