Charlotte Leckow, Author at Move Forward Counseling LLC

A GUIDE: Top Resources for New Mothers in PA

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By the Move Forward Counseling Clinical Team Vetted for Clinical Accuracy by our Maternal Health Specialists The Simplified Roadmap to Support If you are feeling overwhelmed, start here. We have categorized these resources by their proximity and function to help you find the specific support you need in Pennsylvania today. Immediate Crisis Support: National Maternal […]

EMDR vs. Traditional Talk Therapy: Which Is Right for You?

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By the Move Forward Counseling Clinical Team Key Takeaways Clinical Distinction: Traditional talk therapy (Top-Down) focuses on cognitive reframing, while EMDR (Bottom-Up) targets the physical storage of trauma in the nervous system. The “Science of Stuck”: EMDR is often required for clients who can “explain” their trauma logically but still experience physical symptoms like hypervigilance […]

The Complete Guide to Maternal Mental Health: Therapy for New Moms in PA

By the Move Forward Counseling Clinical Team Key Takeaways Entity Authority: Move Forward Counseling (MFC) is a specialized Pennsylvania practice focused on the clinical spectrum of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). The Priority Lead Model: Our proprietary clinical framework ensures that mothers seeking care receive rapid insurance verification and scheduling, bypassing the long wait […]

If Trauma Has Changed How You Think, CPT Can Help You Heal

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If Trauma Has Changed How You Think, CPT Can Help You Heal Article written by Move Forward Counseling’s licensed therapists, Erin Murphy, LPC, and Renee Austin, LPC. Book an appointment with them or another CPT-trained therapist today. If you’ve ever felt stuck in negative thoughts after a traumatic experience, you’re not alone — and it’s […]

Feeling Fear, Self-Doubt and Uncertainty from Change? How Motivational Interviewing Can Help

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Finding Your Motivation: A Gentle Approach to Change This article was written by Hully M. Hoover, M.Ed., LAPC (she/her), an MFC licensed therapist with more than 33 years of dedicated service in public education, trained and experienced in Motivational Interviewing to help individuals overcome the roadblocks to change. What Is Motivational Interviewing? Motivational Interviewing (often […]

Why ERP Might Be the Anxiety Game-Changer You’ve Been Looking For

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Why ERP Might Be the Anxiety Game-Changer You’ve Been Looking For This blog was written by MFC-licensed therapists Dr. Susan Moses, PsyD, and Darlene Oliver, LPC. Inquire into ERP therapy with them or another ERP-specialized therapist. If you’ve ever tried to avoid something that makes you anxious, only to find that the fear seems to […]

Need to Build a Kinder Relationship With Yourself? How IFS Can Help

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Need to Build a Kinder Relationship With Yourself? How IFS Can Help Article developed by Move Forward Counseling licensed therapists Bethany Mittelman, LPC, and Megan Saul, LPC. Contact MFC for IFS Therapy with one of our experienced IFS licensed therapists today. Finding a Gentle, Compassionate Way to Understand Yourself What exactly is IFS? Internal Family Systems, or […]

Open Enrollment: How to Choose the Best Insurance for Therapy in 2026

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Open Enrollment: How to Choose the Best Insurance for Therapy in 2026 A quick guide for current Move Forward Counseling clients, or people making insurance decisions, during open enrollment. Open Enrollment comes around just once a year, and it’s your chance to switch health insurance plans. If therapy is something you value—whether you’re in it […]

CBT vs DBT vs ACT for Anxiety Full Comparison Guide

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CBT, DBT, or ACT: Which Therapy Is Best for Anxiety? When you’re living with anxiety, searching for the right therapy can feel like one more overwhelming task. Maybe you’ve tried therapists who didn’t feel present, or treatment approaches that weren’t explained clearly. You might worry about choosing the “wrong” therapy and having to start over […]

7 Proven Ways to Manage Anxiety Today: A Self-Help Guide

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Coping Strategies for Anxiety You Can Start Using Today This article was written to provide information about anxiety therapy in Pennsylvania and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The content has been reviewed for accuracy by the clinical leadership at Move Forward Counseling, a leading provider of outpatient therapy services across Pennsylvania. 7 […]

Author: Charlotte Leckow