Dana Urso
Hi! I'm Dana, a licensed therapist (LPC) in Philadelphia for adults who are tired of the way their past experiences keep impacting the way they show up in the present, who feel like their feelings are "too much", and who get stuck overthinking everything but are unable to make meaningful change stick. If you're struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues and/or low self esteem; I'm here to tell you that there isn't anything 'wrong' with you. You aren't broken, you have simply learned to cope in ways that are no longer serving you. You don't need to be labeled or pathologized, you need to be supported by someone who actually gets you.
Swearing, oversharing, messy brain dumps and complicated thoughts and feelings about your mom, your partner, your best friend, your body are ALL on the table.
My full availability is not always listed on the Grow scheduling calendar. If you are interested in booking with me but don't see the date/time you were hoping for, please send me a message and I will see what I can do to accommodate you.
First session
In our sessions together you can expect me to show up with warmth, curiosity, direct honesty and a bit of a humor. I don't use a curated approach or "therapist" persona but rather authenticity and real human reactions. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable to come as you are without censoring yourself. Cursing, oversharing and messy feelings about your family/partner/best friends are all welcome here. As far as I'm concerned there's no such thing as TMI.
Strengths
I prioritize building the type of therapeutic alliance with my clients that creates a space where they can say the quiet parts out loud without judgement, where the loneliness they hide can come to light, where the feelings they minimize are recognized and validated, and where the heavy stuff can finally be put down.
Ideal clients
I work best with clients who are ready to do the work both in and out of sessions.
Treatment methods
Eclectic
I prefer to blend various modalities and techniques in order to meet the needs of each individual. This allows for treatment to be customized and intentional, and for clients to make the most of each session based on what works for them.
Somatic
Insight is important but it only takes you so far. Major shifts happen when you stop thinking about your experiences and start actually feeling it - the tightness, the heaviness, the restlessness. That's where the clarity lives.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- PennsylvaniaLicense PC019895