MEET LINDA FALASCO, LCSW
Helping you find hope, healing, and strength
Welcome! I am so glad you are here.
At some point in life's journey, you may find yourself seeking extra support. It's a courageous step to reach out, and as a therapist, I am deeply honored to join you on this path and hold the emotions that come with this.
I believe in working together as a team towards your goals, using an honest and direct approach combined with compassion and a non-judgmental mindset. I consider myself to be an eclectic therapist, taking into consideration your uniqueness and needs before implementing techniques and strategies. Through various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, and EMDR, I aim to help you discover a path toward inner peace and joy.
My Approach
For the last 32 years, I have worked as a social worker, life coach and therapist with children, adolescents and adults.
I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among clients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations.
It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the client and therapist alike. But in the end, making small changes to self-defeating behavior and coping with feelings of sadness, fear, and pain can bring life-altering results.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I earned a BA in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from West Chester University in 1990 and earned a Masters in Social Work from Temple University in 1995. I received extensive post masters training in child development, sandtray and play therapy. Other certifications include Bereavement Counselor and Clinical Trauma Professional. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Pennsylvania and Colorado, and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts.
For the past 29 years I have been actively involved in suicide awareness, prevention and postvention. This journey has taken me across the US advocating for change, speaking on the topic and training others. I was an original board member of the Philadelphia Chapter of American Foundation of Suicide Prevention and was a driving force behind bringing a chapter to Philadelphia. I co-coordinated the first Survivors of Suicide Conference in Philadelphia and I'm the community quilt organizer for LifeKeeper Memory Quilt. I am also the founder of the Delaware County Suicide Awareness and Prevention Task Force, as well as the founder and coordinator for the Annual Candlelight Vigil for those Left Behind to Suicide which has been held for 24 years.
I have developed many workshops and trainings in a variety of areas and have presented at conferences, trainings, webinars, community agencies, churches and schools. Some of the training and workshop topics are bullying, grief, teen anxiety and depression, the spirited child, suicide prevention, suicide loss, and many more. Go to the speaker page for a detailed list of trainings and topics.
In 2022, I published my first book titled Mending Piece By Piece After A Suicide Loss: Guided Grief Workbook & Journal to Heal the Survivor’s Heart. Most recently, my second book Mending Piece by Piece: A Workbook & Journal for Navigating Grief with Hope was published. I am also the host of Mending Piece by Piece Podcast.
Fun Fact:
I am also a Certified Speed & Agility Coach! On the side I coach athletes and teams as well as coach track in the spring at a local high school. I work with athletes on the mental aspect of their sport as well. This is a true passion of mine. You can read an article I wrote on the topic.
My Services
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Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and stress or struggling with loss? Do you have past traumas that you need assistance processing? Looking for support is a powerful first step toward healing. I’m here to offer a safe, comforting space to share your struggles. Together, we’ll work toward finding growth, healing, and a better version of yourself.
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Are you looking to improve communication within your family? Hoping to build stronger, healthier relationships? Family therapy provides a space to openly express, listen, and work together to solve problems. Each family member plays a vital role in creating a balanced, connected family unit.
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Are you ready to unlock your full potential? Want to push past your limits? Mental coaching helps athletes, professionals, and teams strengthen focus, set and achieve goals, boost focus, and maximize productivity. Developing a champion’s mindset can change everything! Tap into your strengths and build a mindset for success.
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