Linda Thimons
Licensed Therapist, MA, LPC
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This is a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be your full, authentic self. I want to understand you—what motivates you, where you’re coming from, and the goals you want to set. You’ll make your own choices and help drive treatment. I’ll use humor when it can help us get through difficult moments. I know how difficult it is to truly change thoughts and behavior, and it's a privilege to see people genuinely improve their lives. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and addiction.
This is a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be your full, authentic self. I want to understand you—what motivates you, where you’re coming from, and the goals you want to set. You’ll make your own choices and help drive treatment. I’ll use humor when it can help us get through difficult moments. I know how difficult it is to truly change thoughts and behavior, and it's a privilege to see people genuinely improve their lives. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and addiction.
Location
Licensed in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Virginia
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias
LGBTQ+ affirming
Cultural competencies
Agnosticism, Atheism, Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Islam
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Insurance
Plans accepted by Linda
Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Capital BlueCross, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Highmark, Highmark Delaware, Highmark WV, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Partners Direct Health, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare,
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Get to know Linda
Why I became a therapist
I became a therapist because mental health has been part of my own life and the lives of people I love. I've struggled with anxiety myself, and I have family members with mental health diagnoses. I wanted to make a difference because I truly believe mental health is health. Seeing how important it was in my own life inspired me to use my skills to help others.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
It is my responsibility to create a safe, supportive space where you can be your full authentic self. I strive to be nonjudgmental, get to know what motivates you, and understand where you're coming from. You'll set your own goals, make your own choices, and together we'll create a space where you can work toward the life you want.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
If you're feeling scared, unsure, or hesitant about starting exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, that's completely normal. I've seen ERP work with my own Members, with colleagues' Members, and with people I know personally. It's one of the most effective treatments we have, and I believe your life can get better if you're willing to give it a try.
My approach to therapy
I like to use humor because it can help us get through difficult moments. I also draw from many different therapeutic approaches, but the foundation of my work is understanding you, understanding your diagnosis, and helping you use ERP in ways that support your goals.
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