Kimberly Portanova, LPC, PA | Psychotherapist

About Kimberly Portanova

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Interpersonal

EMDR

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Experiential Therapy

Narrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kimberly Portanova

Hi there, I'm Kimberly! My name is Kimberly Portanova. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience. I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University and my Bachelor’s degree from Ohio University. I believe each client knows themself best and that we all have strengths and challenges. I see a therapist as an emotional GPS, guiding clients toward their personal emotional goals. My approach I employ an eclectic approach, incorporating solution-focused therapy and CBT, exploring how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. I encourage clients to share their narratives while exploring different perspectives. I am trained in anger management, trauma-focused therapy, experiential modalities, and EMDR. My focus In my full-time role, I work with children (ages 5-20) and families, focusing on trauma. Helping individuals and families move from victim to survivor has been my focus for 15 years. I have led anger management groups for court-appointed men and women and work with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and self-discovery. I also assist with relationships, improving communication, and building respect for boundaries and trust. My communication style I am an active listener who reframes statements or questions to ensure clients feel heard. I create a welcoming, judgment-free environment to help clients feel emotionally safe exploring their therapy goals. I encourage positive language in self-talk and communication with others. My journey to mental healthcare I am an empath and have always aimed to assist others, whether by listening or helping with tasks. I believe therapy is about asking questions and listening to support self-discovery, not giving advice. As a teen, I attended therapy but didn’t fully participate, which shapes how I engage clients today.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Pennsylvania

Education and training

Walden University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
Ohio University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1326474610

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Kimberly Portanova work with?

Kimberly Portanova works with Rula Health - Pennsylvania.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kimberly Portanova?

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