Claire Kirsch, MA, LPC, NCC, CCATP

Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) based in Pennsylvania. I have worked in the mental health field for 6 years. I assist individuals in the journey of self-discovery. I am passionate about the LGBTQ+ community and have extensive experience with navigating the challenges of spirituality and sexuality. I maintain consistent training in all areas of LGBTQ+ and kink-informed care to provide the most supportive environment to live authentically.

My treatment methods:

Existential:
“Not to take possession of your life plan is to let your existence be an accident.” ― Irvin D. Yalom I integrate your individual pursuit for meaning and purpose with person-centered validation and empathy. Together we will explore your authenticity, reflect on your humanity, and accept your autonomy.

Person-centered (Rogerian):
I believe you are the expert on your life. I will utilize reflection, empathy, and validation to provide support and encourage your autonomy and self-reflection.

Gender-affirming therapy:
You are not a phase, you are a beautiful human being worth of being validated. I am much more than LGBTQ+ friendly, I have thorough experience with validation and support of your personal journey.

Sex Therapy:
I bring a kink-informed, inclusive approach to sex therapy. I strive to create a safe space to explore yourself and heal. Together we will work to improve communication, foster safety in relationships, and ease your sexual anxieties.

Structural Family Therapy:
I spent over two years working exclusively with families. Our developmental years and family patterns often shape our behaviors, together we will uncover those patterns and address change as needed.