Laverne Hoffler-Duckworth
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Pennsylvania therapists accepting new clients
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About Laverne
As a licensed therapist serving Pennsylvania, Georgia, Texas, Florida, Ohio, New Jersey, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and personal growth. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to therapy, with deep expertise in supporting women, multicultural communities, and individuals experiencing workplace stress, social anxiety, and life transitions.
My therapeutic work focuses on empowering clients to develop self-love, improve communication, overcome isolation, and rediscover their sense of purpose. I understand the intricate dynamics of blended families and the unique challenges of codependency. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a warm, affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and build resilience.
My commitment is to walk alongside you with genuine understanding, respect, and professional guidance as you navigate your personal journey of healing and transformation.
What Laverne helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
How Laverne works
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “She has been a great help I look forward to working with her.”
- “She AWESOME. This is Carmen Cherry Randall”
- “Laverne is amazing. She listens without judgement and challenges me to reach my goals.”
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- “VERY HELPFUL,ATTENTIVE,UNDERSTANDING & STRAIGHT FORWARD.ALTHOUGH I DIDN’T HAVE THE ABILITY TO PERSONALLY MEET LAVERNE SHE GAVE ME GOOD ENERGY AND REASSURANCE THAT I AM AS MEANINGFUL AS ANY PARTNER OR POTENTIAL IN MY FUTURE EVEN IF IT BE A EX.. THANK YOU FOR THE EXPERIENCE & GREAT ADVICE.”
- “I'm one month into my therapy session and I'm so happy that I'm doing this for myself. Mrs Hoffler-Duckworth had been great.”
- “Laverne is such a great counselor. She listens to me and she always reassures me that what I feel is normal. She always encourages me.”
- “Laverne is incredible. I’m so lucky to be on their journey with her”
- “After working with Laverne for just a few sessions, I already notice a change in my daily behavior. Previously overcome with anxiety due to the current pandemic along with a recent injury, I finally decided to try therapy for the first time, and my meetings with Laverne make me wonder what took me so long. Laverne is clearly passionate about her profession and is such a great listener. She never fails to build me up and challenge me to tackle my anxiety head-on, and I am looking forward to many more sessions to come.”
- “Laverne is caring, compassionate and understanding. I feel comfortable telling her things that I don’t really realize are bothering me until we correspond; she just has a really great listening ear. I appreciate all her help.”
- “Working with Laverne has been a delight! She’s always on time for our sessions and she’s calm and patient with me. She has great suggestions for coping methods and she remembers everything you tell her. Wonderful to work with.”
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