Anthony J. Vajda
PhD, NCC • National Certified Counselor
About
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing can be both challenging and rewarding. Dr. Anthony J. Vajda, a National Certified Counselor and EMDR Therapist, understands that life's complexities often require professional guidance. With a compassionate and tailored approach, Dr. Vajda specializes in helping adults navigate a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Dr. Vajda's therapeutic style is rooted in insight-oriented approaches, believing that each individual has the potential to work through life's problems. His sessions typically involve exploratory and interpretive interventions, fostering a deep understanding of past and present challenges. By facilitating emotional experiences and encouraging self-awareness, Dr. Vajda creates a safe, affirming, and empowering relationship with his clients.
As an EMDR therapist, Dr. Vajda is equipped with a powerful tool for processing trauma and difficult memories. His diverse treatment approaches also include Psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment, and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) therapies. This eclectic toolkit allows him to adapt his methods to best serve each client's unique needs and goals.
Dr. Vajda's expertise extends beyond the therapy room. He has contributed to the field through peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and presentations at both state and national levels. His research and teaching experience cover a broad range of topics, including developing anti-racist practices in helping professions, counselor education and supervision, social justice advocacy, and inclusive cultural empathy for LGBTQIQ individuals.
Whether you're seeking to understand your life's path, experiencing overwhelming transitions, or dealing with specific mental health concerns, Dr. Vajda offers a collaborative therapeutic experience. Through counseling, clients discover their strengths, build self-awareness, and develop helpful coping strategies. Dr. Vajda's approach acknowledges that while change can be overwhelming, the process of growth can be deeply rewarding and contribute significantly to psychological well-being.
Qualifications
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Master of Arts in Clinical-Counseling Psychology
- Doctor of Philosophy in Education with concentration in Counselor Education and Supervision
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- National Certified Counselor
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapist
State Licenses
- Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Depression
- Grief
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Pennsylvania
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
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Locations
In Process Counseling - Lancaster Office
1525 Oregon Pike, STE 602
Lancaster, PA 17601