Business Details
Expert Psychotherapy Services in Plymouth Meeting, PA
At Garson Counseling Group, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective psychotherapy and coaching services for individuals, couples, and families. Founded in the late 1990s by Dale and Jeff Garson, our practice is built on decades of personal and professional experience in mental health, community service, and transformative therapeutic approaches. We specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions using evidence-based methods such as EMDR, Imago Therapy, and Gestalt techniques.Our unique Radical Decency framework emphasizes self-compassion, emotional resilience, and meaningful living, guiding clients toward lasting healing and personal growth. With a commitment to accessibility, we accept major insurance plans and offer sliding-scale fees to ensure our services are available to all who seek support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Treatment
EMDR Therapy
Radical Decency Coaching
Stress Management
Grief Counseling
LGBTQ+ Support
Career Guidance
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in psychotherapy and coaching.
- Our Radical Decency approach fosters lasting emotional and behavioral change.
- We accept all major insurance plans and sliding-scale fees for accessibility.
- Our therapists are trained in EMDR, Imago Therapy, and trauma-informed care.
- We provide personalized treatment for individuals, couples, and families.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions using evidence-based techniques. Clients develop coping strategies and self-awareness in a safe, supportive environment. This service emphasizes personal growth and emotional resilience through tailored treatment plans.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and resolving conflicts through Imago and Emotionally Focused Therapy. We help partners enhance intimacy and navigate challenges like infidelity or financial disagreements in structured, solution-oriented sessions.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized trauma treatment incorporates EMDR and Neuro-Emotional Technique to process traumatic experiences and reduce symptoms. This service helps clients reframe negative thought patterns and develop grounding techniques for long-term healing and emotional stability.
Radical Decency Coaching
Radical Decency coaching promotes self-compassion, mindful living, and ethical decision-making through a structured framework. Clients learn to prioritize personal values over societal pressures, fostering meaningful life changes and improved relationships with themselves and others.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy accelerates trauma recovery by reprocessing distressing memories using bilateral stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach helps clients reduce PTSD symptoms, manage anxiety, and achieve emotional regulation through eight-phase treatment protocols.
People
Dale Spear Garson
Psychotherapist
Dale Spear Garson, M.Ed, LCSW, specializes in relationship issues and trauma treatment with 20+ years in private practice. Trained in EMDR and Imago Therapy, she combines clinical expertise with life experience as a former educator and nonprofit leader.
W. Jeffrey Garson
Counselor & Coach
Jeffrey Garson, JD, LCSW, focuses on anxiety, life transitions, and men's issues with a background in law and nonprofit leadership. Certified in EMDR and Gestalt Therapy, he founded the Decency Foundation to promote values-based living.
Questions
How long is a typical counseling session?
Sessions typically last 50 minutes and are scheduled weekly, biweekly, or multiple times per week based on client needs.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept all major insurance plans. We also offer sliding-scale fees for clients without behavioral health coverage.
Can I attend couples counseling alone?
Yes, individual participation in couples counseling can still improve relationship dynamics and communication patterns.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We utilize EMDR, Imago Therapy, Gestalt techniques, and Radical Decency principles to address trauma, relationships, and personal growth.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Plymouth Meeting, Montgomery County, and surrounding areas including Philadelphia suburbs.
