HANNA BERLETH PSY.D.
ABOUT THERAPY
I believe that therapy is most helpful when it is an experience and not just talking about thoughts. As a relational psychodynamic therapist, I think there is a lot to be gained from having more insight and clarity into ourselves and the ways we function in the world and our relationships. As a somatically informed therapist, I think building awareness of our bodies and what they are telling us opens up even more avenues for healing, especially when insight doesn't feel like it is enough. I work holistically and from a trauma-informed lens to combine the two in a way that is right for you and your needs.
To this end I have completed foundational training in Sensorimotor Therapy for trauma, a somatic psychotherapy, as well as a three-year training in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy, a modality which combines psychoanalytic insight and depth with a focus on our bodies and emotions.
I am fascinated by traditional healing and folk practices across diverse cultures. It is deeply important to me to honor the unique story, history, and ancestry each person brings to therapy and to provide affirming, supportive, and attuned care. I believe we all carry our own map to growth and healing and my job is to help in following it.
ABOUT ME
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I am a Licensed Psychologist in private practice who specializes in adult individual therapy. I earned my doctorate at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and completed both my internship and post-doctoral fellowship at The University of Pennsylvania Counseling and Psychological Services. Before beginning private practice, I worked in college counseling, outpatient community mental health, and at a center for trauma survivors.
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I'm a bit of a nerd, I love reading, knitting, gardening and being in the woods. I think that laughter is wonderful medicine and have been told that I have a good sense of humor. I also have some training as an herbalist. Due to licensure stipulations, I am unable to integrate herbalism into my therapy work at this time, but it informs how I holistically understand the body and mind.
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I have experience working with a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, difficulty feeling and expressing emotions, relational and family conflicts, trauma, sexual abuse and assault, loss, and chronic illness. My style of therapy is active and collaborative. I believe that a good therapy relationship, like any good relationship, allows us to feel seen, heard, and compassionately challenged to grow and create the change we want in our lives.
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FAQs
Do you take insurance?
I am in-network for Highmark PremierBlue Shield and work with other insurance companies out-of-network. Out-of-network service may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan.
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Are you virtual or in-person?
I offer virtual therapy. I use a HIPAA compliant and confidential therapy platform that will send a link before we meet, similar to Zoom.
Do you only provide therapy in Pennsylvania?
I am a member of PSYPACT which allows me to practice in most states in the US. Here is a map to see whether your state is a member https://psypact.gov/page/psypactmap
What is psychodynamic therapy?
Psychodynamic therapy focuses on helping us to see the conscious and unconscious patterns we engage in within ourselves and with others. It helps us to better understand our relationship to our emotions and the defenses or coping mechanisms we rely on. Insight into these areas can be very helpful for deeply shifting our relationships and helping us to find new ways to move through the world.​
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What is somatic therapy?
The overarching premise of somatic therapy is that our bodies and nervous systems are actually quite brilliant. They often have a lot of helpful information to offer us that our conscious, thinking minds might be less aware of. Our bodies can also be a more grounded, gentle, and supportive way to engage with anxiety and trauma. We have more nerves bringing information from our bodies to our brains than visa versa, meaning that our bodies are better at shaping the experience our brain has than our brain is at shaping the experience our bodies have. I think anyone who has been told to just relax when they were anxious is quite aware of how commands from our brains are not always the most effective!
How do you take payment?
I take payment through a HIPAA compliant payment platform. Payment is accepted at the end of session.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
Please notify me within 24 hours if you cannot attend your appointment. Late cancellations incur the full cost of the unattended session.
