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    Rebecca A. Tavangar, MA, LPC, NCC

    Licensed Professional Counselor

    Contemplative Psychotherapist

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • The most common reasons for therapy

    can be alleviated with Contemplative Psychotherapy

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    Anxiety

    Anxiety can stem from unresolved trauma, or a restless mind - often from not being able to be what we want to be – which in turn, comes from not knowing who we really are.

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    Depression

    Almost always, depression results from genetic, biochemical, environmental, or psychological factors. Do you understand yours'?

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    Unresolved Trauma

    Trauma is in the nervous system and body, and not in the event. It is more about our response to the event and whether we have processed it both psychologically and physically.

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    What is BetterMind psychotherapy?

     

    It is a holistic approach

    that draws on restorative contemplative practices to

    regulate the nervous system while implementing

    specific strategies

    that alter negative patterns of thinking.

    Then we are able to form new neural pathways

    as old habits are replaced,

    and new parts of the brain are used.

     

     

     

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    Cognitive behavioral therapy

    or talk therapy

    is helpful, but it is limited

    to aspects

    of the mind.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    A contemplative approach

    invites awareness to naturally

    arise within you—

     

    an alertness to an intelligence

    that is greater than

    thought alone.

     

     

     

     

     

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    Contemplative practices include experiences such as:

     

    reflection

     

    mindful breathing

     

    sound meditations

     

    guided imagery

     

    passage meditation

     

    introspective journaling

     

    and

     

    centering in nature.

     

     

     

     

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    If you would like to incorporate

    contemplative practices into your life,

    but you’re not sure where to begin,

    we suggest you explore the

    Tree of Contemplative Practices found above.

     

     

     

     

     

  • To schedule an appointment or if you have a question,

    please provide your contact information. .

     

     

  • SERVICES PROVIDED

     

     

    Some people come in for short-term counseling

    to address a specific issue or to feel accompanied

    through a particularly painful time. Others come to learn contemplative practices that will aid them in quieting their nervous system. Many seek a longer-term approach to understand unhealthy patterns of reactive thinking and develop new healthy patterns.

     

     

    Regardless of what your reason for counseling is, you can expect a safe, respectful, comfortable and supportive atmosphere whether in-person or virtually that facilitates healing, problem solving, growth and insight.

     

    I also provide clinical evaluations and counseling support for U-visas & political asylum cases.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Rebecca A. Tavangar is a licensed and nationally board certified psychotherapist whose focus is teaching reflective skills that will enable the self-directed processes of emotional regulation- the capacity to be aware of, successfully relate to, and express one's emotions, and to maintain interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.​ Rebecca specializes in recovery from trauma, including developmental trauma. Psychological approaches include Contemplative Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma-Focused therapy, Existential therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.​

     

    Rebecca is available for video sessions and has a private practice on the Main Line outside Philadelphia.

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  • Rates, Payment & Forms

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    RATES

    My current rate is $85 (individuals) for 45 minutes, and $100 (couples) for 45 minutes. $30 for 15 minute consultation prior to first session, if requested.

    Rates do change periodically.

     

    INSURANCE

    For many reasons including requiring a mental illness diagnosis, statements of medical necessity, establishing a pre-existing condition, and loss of confidentiality, I do not participate with any insurance companies.

     

    ACCEPTED PAYMENT Types

    Cash, Checks, Venmo, CashApp, and PayPal

     

    FEES AND PAYMENT

    Payment is due at the start of each session.

    If you would like to schedule a 15 minute consultation prior to our first session, there are time slots typically available at the end of the business day, Monday-Thursday.

    I have limited availability for sliding scale treatment. I typically reserve these spots for students or current patients undergoing financial hardship.
     

    CANCELLATION POLICY

    Consistency is one of the cornerstones of therapy and is essential for effective treatment. In addition to the benefits of regular sessions, appointment scheduling involves the reservation of time that is specifically held for you. If you do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will be required to pay the full cost of the session. Exceptions need to be discussed in person and in advance. I will be happy to explain the details of my reschedule and make-up policy during the initial consultation.

     

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