Thank you for your encouragement, questions, and positioning to help me recognize plus consider my approach.
Cindy Tenaglia, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Cindy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Cindy. View 19 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Cindy has been more than helpful I thought that I was on a ledge ready to fall and she definitely has helped me be able to better express my feelings and went to call out those negative thoughts that I typically do get on a day-to-day and my days have been a lot better because of her if she truly has helped.
More about Cindy
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) outside of Phila. with over 12 years of clinical experience. I've worked with individuals, couples and families in both in-patient and out-patient settings dealing with a wide range of mental health and life issues. Prior to getting my training and degree from Bryn Mawr School of Social Work I lived at an intentional community on 130 beautiful acres in Wisconsin. Collaborating and communicating with people has always been most satisfying and important to me. My goal in providing coaching and therapy is always to promote effective solutions for whatever issues clients face. My style is warm, empathic and tailored to the individual. I am a strong advocate for self directed learning, having homeschooled my son and daughter for 9 years. I bring that same philosophy to facilitating growth in all I work with.
My work with clients is based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidenced based approach to problems in living. If you would like to have a more valued and vital life, have issues or problems you struggle with, and want to reduce your struggling and increase valued living, then ACT is for you! I will collaborate with you to promote psychological flexibility and self awareness.. I utilize the ACT Matrix to collaborate with clients in discovering how to move toward who and what is important to them.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Multicultural concerns
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Cindy Tenaglia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912650110.
- LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW006987L · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Cindy Tenaglia
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Thank you for your encouragement, questions, and positioning to help me recognize plus consider my approach.
Cindy has been more than helpful I thought that I was on a ledge ready to fall and she definitely has helped me be able to better express my feelings and went to call out those negative thoughts that I typically do get on a day-to-day and my days have been a lot better because of her if she truly has helped.
She is a fantastic therapist and all around great person I appreciate all she does to make me mentally stronger
Our initial meeting was very productive and helpful. I received notes at the end and was given specific things to work on. I feel ready to make progress.
Talking to her is like talking to a wise friend.
I have quickly realized how important my therapist is, and Cindy is very good.
Cindy has a been a pleasure to speak to and helpful in helping me focus on identifying my concerns so that I can work through. Grateful to have her listening ear. Thank you
Cindy is easy to talk to, extremely professional and a great listener. From my perspective there are no other qualities in a therapist that I would look for.
Cindy is a wonderful therapist! She is personable, respectful, and always helpful!
I like Cindy very much she is very professional. I can talk to her about anything
Love her expertise and approach
Cindy is a wonderful therapist - she listens to all of your concerns and you feel heard, supported and respected. I can't recommend her enough - I have really valued our time together and she gave me many tools to work with on dealing with my issues. It has been so helpful working with Cindy I feel like I have really transitioned and grown during our time together!
Cindy Tenaglia is by far the best therapist I've had. She doesn't ask the same few questions each session, each session has a different array of topics/discussion. I always feel listened to, respected and never judged (which in my opinion is how all therapists should be). I highly recommend her to anyone going through something, you will not be disappointed.
Cindy is great so far and I enjoy talking with her.
Cindy is so wonderful and great to work with. She is understanding and listens very well. I enjoy meeting with her for my sessions.
Cindy is super nice and a great listener. She seems to have a lot of experience listening to people and walking them through their problems.
Cindy is so easy to talk to - she's kind, caring, thoughtful, responsive, a great listener. She also gives you helpful tools and techniques to guide you on your journey to better emotional health. I highly recommend her!
Listens well, encouraging, and engaging.
Cindy is so kind, compassionate, and has a great and practical approach to better perspective. I loved her personal experience close to my own and her ability to help me remove myself from my process and learn how to regroup. She’s an excellent resource and a lovely person!
Frequently asked questions
Does Cindy Tenaglia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Cindy Tenaglia works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Cindy Tenaglia speak?
Cindy Tenaglia speaks English.
How many years of experience does Cindy Tenaglia have?
Cindy Tenaglia has 14 years of experience.
Where is Cindy Tenaglia licensed to practice?
Cindy Tenaglia is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Cindy Tenaglia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Cindy Tenaglia does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Cindy Tenaglia offer?
Cindy Tenaglia offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Cindy Tenaglia?
Cindy Tenaglia can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Cindy Tenaglia?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.