Hilary Chentow, LCSW, PA | Psychotherapist

About Hilary Chentow

Focus areas

Asperger's Syndrome

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Codependency

Life Transition

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Divorce Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Feminist

Culturally Sensitive

Gottman Method

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Hilary Chentow

Hi there, I'm Hilary! My name is Hilary Chentow, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I live outside Philadelphia but have roots in Seattle. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and Delaware. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Bryn Mawr College. **My approach** I work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing. **My focus** I seek clients ready to do the work to make changes in their lives. An ideal client is deeply curious and a bit nerdy. I have a special affinity for the LGBTQIA+ community but feel most comfortable working with clients living with anxiety, depression, trauma history, and stress who want to explore tools to improve symptoms and find joy and connection. **My communication style** I use humor, irreverence, and a "we" approach to therapy. I create an environment of warmth and approachability to make therapy relatable. I believe the connection between therapist and client can model healthy relationships with friends, family, and co-workers. I want clients to feel safe and supported while being open to challenges that foster growth. **My journey to mental healthcare** My journey to becoming a therapist is guided by my first career as an educator. I am both a teacher and a therapist. Many lack the language, skills, and time to take on one more thing. It is rewarding to communicate important mental health concepts in bite-size pieces that become tangible coping skills. **My goals for you** I often introduce the poem "There's a Hole in the Sidewalk" by Portia Nelson. I’m curious if the metaphor of being stuck and not knowing how to get unstuck resonates with you. I work from a strengths-based perspective, recognizing each client’s unique story about how they arrived at this moment. I also normalize seeking help and use a non-pathologizing approach to teaching skills.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Pennsylvania

Education and training

Bryn Mawr College, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1174842108

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What practice does Hilary Chentow work with?

Hilary Chentow works with Rula Health - Pennsylvania.

What are common reasons for patients to see Hilary Chentow?

Hilary Chentow frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Hilary Chentow on their profile.