Tracey York
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
About Tracey
Hi, I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor (CAADC) in Pennsylvania with 36 years of professional work experience.
I have worked extensively with helping clients and their families, with issues around chemical use disorders, behavioral addictions, personality disorders and mental health issues. I tend toward having a more directive style of therapy but I also have experience with non directive styles as well.
I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy for the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and have 16 years experience working with Exposure Therapy to resolve trauma reactions that disrupt healthy living and contribute to depression and anxiety.
I enjoy working with couples and families to explore and resolve family dynamics, parenting and relationship issues that disrupt connections needed for unity and stability. The goal is to help clients learn and utilize tools to maintain healthy, strong relationships, long after therapy is concluded.
I have also worked extensively with clients, both children and adults, around issues of sexual dysfunction, sexual abuse and sexual compulsivity.
Most of my career I have worked with marginalized communities. I endeavor to increase my understanding of religions, human drives and cultures so that I might be able to serve my clients with a broader understanding.
I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process . I look forward to working with you.
What Tracey helps with
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Antisocial personality
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Postpartum depression
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How Tracey works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Tracey is absolutely phenomenal. Our personalities mesh very well and she always leaves me feeling validated. I've learned a lot about how to navigate life in productive and constructive, healthy ways”
- “I have a lot of faith in my therapist, Tracey. She has both that relatability, as well as professional experience that makes her the perfect blend for me. I feel secure in the fact that I can always use the wall on Better Help to reach out to her whenever I need extra support in times of crisis. Tracey has been a godsend for me!”
- “Tracey is a no-nonsense, practical, experienced therapist who will tell you like it is. While I know that's not for everyone, it's perfect for me. She's also compassionate, of course, but with a dose of pragmatism that, for me, has been great, and has helped me heal things and identify problems faster than I otherwise would have. She's also fairly fearless - it seems like she'll work with anyone, and try to help them if she can. Full of gratitude for Tracey.”
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- “She challenges and supports me when I need and listens and asks questions as well. It’s been life changing having a therapist like Tracey to have once a week. I have changed so much with her help.”
- “Tracey is kind and understanding and I full trust her advice and expertise”
- “Miss York has been an indispensable part of my journey. She has aided me through the darkest of my days of depression and anxiety and also seen me through the everyday struggles. I trust in her professional ability and would highly recommend her for any person who needs help with their personal journey to recovery and wellbeing.”
- “I was not sure how to feel about therapy at first, but I actually look forward to my sessions with Tracey now. She is very versatile as a therapist and I feel much better after unraveling some topics with her and making real progress by getting to their roots.”
- “Tracey has been a wonderful therapist I’ve been talking with her for over one and a half years. I have learned many things about myself in that time and have conquered many things. I highly recommend Tracey! Don’t think you are less than if you talk to a professional to assist you in overcoming issues in your life…….we all have them. It will offer you hope and freedom.”
- “Tracey York is down-to-earth and relatable, yet very experienced and knowledgeable in her field. She definitely knows how to cater to her clients needs.”
- “Tracey is very level headed”
- “Tracey, She has been an amazing person in my life since I first counseled with her. I honestly have learned so much about myself! And to think I knew me, now I understand why I feel the things that I get caught up in. One of the big ones is how much I have battled with control issues. And now that I can recognize it I can do some self talk to go the other way:) it’s so freeing. I know this is something I may battle with but with time and practice I can learn to let it go!”
- “Tracey is top notch! See has 35 years of experience and it really shows in our sessions. She’s very considerate about being flexible and she is never late to a session. She helped me quit smoking and continues to help me navigate my feelings and relationships. She’s helped me so much for the past 2 years we’ve been working together.”
- “Tracey is a great listener and challenges me when it’s needed. Having her to talk to about my past and current issues have helped me find a mind set to actually make positive changes in my life. Thank you!”
- “Very professional! Would highly recommend Tracey for any man going through a gray divorce.”
- “Tracey is absolutely wonderful, I think our personalities fit very well together, and I’ve enjoyed working with her a lot!”
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