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Connie Harrington

Connie Harrington, LPC

Therapist · Pennsylvania · 22+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

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At a glance

Listed location
Pennsylvania
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Pennsylvania)
LPC · No. PC000745
NPI
1396810545

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  • Focus on resilience
  • Practical coping skills
  • Aging and caregiver issues

About Connie

Connie Harrington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 22 years of experience. She uses an approachable, practical style to help people facing depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges. Connie focuses on clear communication and building resilience so people can move forward from hard times.

She works with clients who are coping with major life transitions such as midlife change, workplace stress, and shifting family roles. Aging and geriatric issues and caregiver stress are listed as specific areas of focus, and she brings that perspective into conversations about changing responsibilities and support needs. Her work also addresses common concerns like self-esteem, loneliness, and finding life purpose.

Connie draws on several therapeutic methods to tailor care to each person. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and take meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to address unhelpful thinking and patterns, and client-centered techniques create space for people to lead the pace of sessions.

Her sessions emphasize honest conversation and practical skills. Clients can expect to talk through emotions, practice new responses to stress, and set small goals that fit real life. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Throughout therapy Connie encourages collaboration. She helps people understand their options, try different strategies, and adjust the plan as needed. Those seeking support are guided toward clearer decision making and more sustainable coping over time.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

How specific approaches guide online therapy

Connie uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people get clear about what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and for people facing major life transitions.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and try new patterns of behavior. CBT is useful for managing anxiety, low mood, and stress that shows up in daily routines. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her work as well, which means sessions are paced by the client and focused on listening and empathy.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Connie will talk with each person about needs, goals, and preferences, and then suggest approaches to try. The plan can change over time as progress is made or new priorities emerge.

If you prefer online care, confirm the specific session formats available before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Talk with Connie during the matching process to arrange a format and schedule that fit your routine.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Connie address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and life transitions. Additional focuses include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, family and parenting concerns, and feelings of isolation or emptiness.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She emphasizes open communication, practical skills, and building resilience over time.

What is her professional background?

Connie has 22 years of clinical experience supporting people through emotional and life changes. That experience includes work with midlife transitions and workplace stress.

What credentials and location apply to this therapist?

She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Pennsylvania.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during matching and scheduling.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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