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Louise Helferty

MFT, Individual, Couples, Family & Sex Therapist Louise Helferty
Available this week
Specialties: Couples Counseling, Sex Therapy, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, Family Conflict, Divorce,

Introduction

I am a biracial, queer, cis woman. I am ex-religious, a recent U.S immigrant and live with an invisible chronic illness. Having lived and worked across several continents I am fascinated by the often complex relationships we have with home, belonging and connection. I care deeply about cultural humility and taking a curious stance vis a vis my clients. I see therapy as a tool for the creation of a world where people are seen, honored and cherished for their authentic and multifaceted selves. My style is active, compassionate and direct. I work primarily from an intersectional feminist, contextual approach and am devoted to relational justice in the therapy room and beyond. I believe that the power of therapy is driven by the forging of a genuine connection between client and therapist, and that healing happens in collaboration. I also believe that the ways in which we are socialized has a profound impact on how we show up in the world and our relationships with others. Change and growth are often rooted in understanding and unpacking that process. In my relational work I aim to help clients create relational equity where each person can feel heard, understood and known. Rooted in the belief that intimacy is an integral part of relationships I am committed to creating an affirming and supportive space of those connections whether that is sex positive or sex neutral. I am particularly passionate about working with historically marginalized clients, such as LGBTQIA+ adults and youth, and those navigating wider identity issues. I offer collaborative, trauma-informed care rooted in honoring client autonomy and prioritizing safety and connection.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Biracial/Multiracial, Black/African American, White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Trans & Non-Binary

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Christian
  • Catholic
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon
  • Interfaith

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Initial Consultation - No Charge $0
  • Individual Therapy- 50 minutes $150
  • Relational Therapy- 50 minutes $150
  • Sliding Scale for BIPOC folks $80 - $150

Locations

East Falls Office
Philadelphia, PA 19129-1540
Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Louise Helferty accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Louise Helferty is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Louise Helferty also offers a free consultation.
Does Louise Helferty offer telehealth appointments? Louise Helferty does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Louise Helferty specialize in? Louise Helferty specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Attachment Issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Child or Adolescent, Couples Counseling, Divorce, Family Conflict, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Sex Therapy, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.

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