TJ Walsh, BFA, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Executive Director
Hello! I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. It's my great honor to have the chance to work with you in counseling and psychotherapy. My favorite thing is to see other people take hold of their life and push into the hard stuff so that they can experience radical growth in their life!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Psychotherapist, Educator, Painter, and Curator. Prior to receiving my M.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Eastern University in Saint Davids, PA, I received my BFA in Graphic Design from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. For a decade I worked in the field of marketing, brand management and design for non-profit organizations in New York City and Philadelphia. Following that time, I spent another five years in Higher Education Administration as both a development officer and as a student affairs officer.
I have extensive experience working with young adults (individuals and couples) and university students. I have particular experience working with professional artists, performers and other creatives. I also have expertise working with high profile/VIP individuals and go to great lengths to mitigate any exposure.
I usually work with young couples who are struggling to connect with one another and individuals who find themselves stuck in place.
Originally trained psychodynamically, I have since obtained or am working toward certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). My primary focus is to build a strong, therapeutic alliance and to instill hope in you so that you may live a life worth living.
I write and speak about topics of art, culture, faith & mental health. My work as an artist and writing as an expert on counseling psychology and relationships has been exhibited and published internationally. I have appeared on NBC, Relevant Magazine, The Good Men Project, Create Magazine and the podcast Art and Cocktails, amongst others.
I am on faculty at Eastern University in the graduate school's Counseling Psychology department where I teach Personality and Psychosocial Assessment and Psychopathology, as well as Internship Seminar for students in the final stages of their degree process. I also provide supervision in the area of Couples Therapy for doctoral students in the PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy program at Eastern.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PC011354). I am board certified by NBCC as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). National Certified Counselors offer the highest standards of practice because they have met stringent education, examination, supervision, experience, and ethical requirements. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I am a member of the board of directors for the Philadelphia Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (PCEFT).
I am a member of the following professional organizations and guilds:
American Counseling Association (ACA)
The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, ACA is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings.
Association for Creativity in Counseling (ACC)
The Association for Creativity in Counseling (ACC) is a forum for counselors, counselor educators, creative arts therapists and counselors in training to explore unique and diverse approaches to counseling. ACC's goal is to promote greater awareness, advocacy, and understanding of diverse and creative approaches to counseling.
International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC)
Chartered in 1989, IAMFC members help develop healthy family systems through prevention, education, and therapy.
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy is the professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy.
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)
The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) is a not-for-profit, interdisciplinary professional organization. In addition to sexuality educators, sexuality counselors and sex therapists, AASECT members include physicians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, allied health professionals, clergy members, lawyers, sociologists, marriage and family counselors and therapists, family planning specialists and researchers, as well as students in various relevant professional disciplines. These individuals share an interest in promoting understanding of human sexuality and healthy sexual behavior.
The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
ICEEFT serves as a center of excellence for the promotion of secure, resilient individuals and successful relationships between partners and within families. Our mission includes the further expansion and refinement of the Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) model through process and outcome research. Another central aspect of our mission is to educate health professionals and to increase public awareness about the efficacy of EFT and its role in strengthening relationship bonds.
Philadelphia Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (PCEFT)
The Philadelphia Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (PCEFT) is a group of psychologists, social workers and counselors with training in Emotionally Focused Couple’s Therapy.
World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, interdisciplinary and education organization devoted to transgender health. Members engage in clinical and academic research to develop evidence-based medicine and strive to promote a high quality of care for transsexual, transgender, and gender-nonconforming individuals internationally.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Psychotherapist, Educator, Painter, and Curator. Prior to receiving my M.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Eastern University in Saint Davids, PA, I received my BFA in Graphic Design from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. For a decade I worked in the field of marketing, brand management and design for non-profit organizations in New York City and Philadelphia. Following that time, I spent another five years in Higher Education Administration as both a development officer and as a student affairs officer.
I have extensive experience working with young adults (individuals and couples) and university students. I have particular experience working with professional artists, performers and other creatives. I also have expertise working with high profile/VIP individuals and go to great lengths to mitigate any exposure.
I usually work with young couples who are struggling to connect with one another and individuals who find themselves stuck in place.
Originally trained psychodynamically, I have since obtained or am working toward certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). My primary focus is to build a strong, therapeutic alliance and to instill hope in you so that you may live a life worth living.
I write and speak about topics of art, culture, faith & mental health. My work as an artist and writing as an expert on counseling psychology and relationships has been exhibited and published internationally. I have appeared on NBC, Relevant Magazine, The Good Men Project, Create Magazine and the podcast Art and Cocktails, amongst others.
I am on faculty at Eastern University in the graduate school's Counseling Psychology department where I teach Personality and Psychosocial Assessment and Psychopathology, as well as Internship Seminar for students in the final stages of their degree process. I also provide supervision in the area of Couples Therapy for doctoral students in the PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy program at Eastern.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PC011354). I am board certified by NBCC as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). National Certified Counselors offer the highest standards of practice because they have met stringent education, examination, supervision, experience, and ethical requirements. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I am a member of the board of directors for the Philadelphia Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (PCEFT).
I am a member of the following professional organizations and guilds:
American Counseling Association (ACA)
The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, ACA is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings.
Association for Creativity in Counseling (ACC)
The Association for Creativity in Counseling (ACC) is a forum for counselors, counselor educators, creative arts therapists and counselors in training to explore unique and diverse approaches to counseling. ACC's goal is to promote greater awareness, advocacy, and understanding of diverse and creative approaches to counseling.
International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC)
Chartered in 1989, IAMFC members help develop healthy family systems through prevention, education, and therapy.
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy is the professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy.
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)
The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) is a not-for-profit, interdisciplinary professional organization. In addition to sexuality educators, sexuality counselors and sex therapists, AASECT members include physicians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, allied health professionals, clergy members, lawyers, sociologists, marriage and family counselors and therapists, family planning specialists and researchers, as well as students in various relevant professional disciplines. These individuals share an interest in promoting understanding of human sexuality and healthy sexual behavior.
The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
ICEEFT serves as a center of excellence for the promotion of secure, resilient individuals and successful relationships between partners and within families. Our mission includes the further expansion and refinement of the Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) model through process and outcome research. Another central aspect of our mission is to educate health professionals and to increase public awareness about the efficacy of EFT and its role in strengthening relationship bonds.
Philadelphia Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (PCEFT)
The Philadelphia Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (PCEFT) is a group of psychologists, social workers and counselors with training in Emotionally Focused Couple’s Therapy.
World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, interdisciplinary and education organization devoted to transgender health. Members engage in clinical and academic research to develop evidence-based medicine and strive to promote a high quality of care for transsexual, transgender, and gender-nonconforming individuals internationally.
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Appointments
To request an appointment or inquire more about my services and practice, please fill out the contact form to the left. You can also reach me directly at: 484-928-0082 *Please note that it may take up to 48 hours for me to get back to you. Office Locations: I have two practice locations: Philadelphia: TJ Walsh Counseling, LLC 1221 Locust Street, Second floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 Philadelphia Suburbs: TJ Walsh Counseling, LLC 179 Reese Road Springfield, PA 19064 |
