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- Trauma-informed focus
- School system expertise
- Practical coping skills
About Theresa
Theresa Bradbury is a Pennsylvania psychologist with more than two decades of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage trauma, mood concerns, anxiety, and attention difficulties. Her style is straightforward and practical, aimed at making day-to-day life easier for clients and their caregivers.
She began her career working on child and adolescent psychiatric units, supporting young people who had emotional and behavioral challenges. She later served as an educational consultant, helping develop individualized education plans and 504 plans for students with a range of diagnoses. That background gives her a clear view of how schools and medical systems interact.
Theresa also worked as a school psychologist in Pittsburgh and afterward on the west coast. She has administered and interpreted many psychoeducational tests and can answer questions about school progress and accommodations. In-person testing was paused during the pandemic, and she can discuss assessment needs with families.
In private practice she focuses on PTSD, anger management, depression, and ADHD across ages. She uses practical tools to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Sessions include goal-setting, coping skills, and problem solving tailored to each person's situation.
Theresa brings 26 years of experience to her work and holds the credential PA Psychologist PS 006223 L. She offers help for a broad range of concerns including stress, addictions, grief, parenting strain, and relationship or communication problems.
She began her career working on child and adolescent psychiatric units, supporting young people who had emotional and behavioral challenges. She later served as an educational consultant, helping develop individualized education plans and 504 plans for students with a range of diagnoses. That background gives her a clear view of how schools and medical systems interact.
Theresa also worked as a school psychologist in Pittsburgh and afterward on the west coast. She has administered and interpreted many psychoeducational tests and can answer questions about school progress and accommodations. In-person testing was paused during the pandemic, and she can discuss assessment needs with families.
In private practice she focuses on PTSD, anger management, depression, and ADHD across ages. She uses practical tools to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Sessions include goal-setting, coping skills, and problem solving tailored to each person's situation.
Theresa brings 26 years of experience to her work and holds the credential PA Psychologist PS 006223 L. She offers help for a broad range of concerns including stress, addictions, grief, parenting strain, and relationship or communication problems.
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How her approaches fit into online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts without being ruled by them and then act according to their values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and coping after trauma. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with practical exercises to reduce symptoms like worry and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal skills for those who struggle with intense feelings.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Theresa will collaborate with each person to decide which methods make sense based on goals and daily life. She tailors strategies and adjusts the plan as progress is made so therapy stays focused and useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that match work or caregiving routines. It also gives a way to continue therapy when school or medical appointments affect availability. Licensed professionals can help you weigh what will work best for your situation.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
26+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Theresa commonly address?
She works with trauma and abuse, anger, depression, anxiety, ADHD, stress, addictions, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, sleep and eating issues, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is practical and collaborative, using clear tools and goal-setting to reduce distress and improve everyday functioning.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
She has 26 years of experience including work on child and adolescent psychiatric units, roles as an educational consultant, and years as a school psychologist.
What credential and location are listed for this psychologist?
Theresa holds the credential PA Psychologist PS 006223 L and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.