Find a Therapist in Philadelphia with Director-Led Matching

Stop guessing. Get matched to the right therapist

Finding a therapist isn’t just about credentials; it’s about fit: personality, style, and the kind of work you want to do. Full Living matches you with a seasoned clinician in Philadelphia and the Greater Philadelphia area after a free 15-minute consult with our director.

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Serving Philadelphia + surrounding suburbs; in-person, virtual, and hybrid options available.

Why Choose Us to Match You

  • A real human – our clinical director – is doing the matching, not an algorithm, administrator, or intern
  • Seasoned clinicians across Philly neighborhoods and the surrounding suburbs
  • Inclusive, affirming practice: racial and ethnic cultural competence; gender and sexuality diversity; transgender/non-binary affirming; kink and poly affirming

Why therapy matching works

Google can find therapists. It can’t find your best fit.

Most people get stuck because there are too many options, not enough real information, and no way to know what it will feel like to sit with a particular therapist. Your matching journey is a real conversation with our director, who has an intimate understanding of each therapist’s style and strengths.

How the Therapy Matching Process Works

Three simple steps to finding the right clinician for your journey.

Step 1: The Call

Book your free 15-minute call. You’ll meet with our director to share what you’re looking for and what you want to be different this time.

Step 2: The Match

Most matches happen during the call. We use your opinion and our director’s expertise to find the best match for your needs.

Step 3: The Start

Connect with your clinician within 2 to 5 days. Choose from in-person, virtual, or hybrid care options.

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Who we help

Full Living offers psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and teens – including individual, couples, and family therapy.

People seek therapy for a plethora of issues. Struggles with moods, behaviors, confusion about self and life; pursuit of self-knowledge, commitment to self-care; relationships, grief, trauma, transitions, loss, intimacy, past and present; existential angst, self-esteem, burnout, all of it.

What people get from therapy is a container for what ails them, so they might contemplate how they want to approach this life. Therapists don’t have answers, but we absolutely know how to help you find yours.

Locations we serve

Therapy in Philadelphia + Greater Philadelphia

We have clinicians across Philadelphia and surrounding neighborhoods, with multiple office locations and telehealth options.

Areas Served:

  • Center City, Rittenhouse Square, Old City, Northern Liberties, University City, West Philly, South Philly
  • Chestnut Hill, Roxborough
  • Glenside, Narberth, Haverford (and more)

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Meet the team

A relational team of seasoned clinicians

Full Living is home to a relational team of experienced, independently licensed therapists serving Philadelphia and the Greater Philadelphia area. Each clinician in our practice brings 10+ years of clinical experience and works from a depth-oriented, relational approach to psychotherapy.

Our therapists know one another, consult together, and are thoughtfully selected not just for their credentials, but for their style, presence, and ability to build meaningful therapeutic relationships. This allows us to match you with a therapist who aligns with your needs, preferences, and goals – whether you’re seeking in-person, virtual, or hybrid care.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 15-minute matching call really free?

Yes. The 15-minute matching call is completely free and designed to understand your needs, answer initial questions, and determine the best next steps for finding the right therapist. There’s no obligation to move forward.

How does the therapy matching process work?

You’ll start with a brief consult with our director, where you’ll share what you’re looking for, what you’ve tried before, and what feels most important right now. From there, we thoughtfully match you with a therapist whose experience, style, and approach align with your needs.

How quickly can I be matched with a therapist?

Matching timelines vary based on availability and your specific needs, but most people are matched within a few business days after their initial consult. We’ll be transparent about timing during your call so you know what to expect.

How much does therapy cost?

Therapy sessions at Full Living typically range from $120 to $280 per 50-minute session, depending on the therapist and type of care (individual, couples, or family therapy). Fees will be discussed clearly during your consult so there are no surprises. Learn more about our fees here.

Do you accept insurance?

Full Living does not contract directly with insurance companies. This allows us to protect client privacy and avoid sharing clinical details with insurers. If you’d like, we can provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance plan.

Can I use my insurance to help pay for therapy?

Some clients choose to submit superbills to their insurance providers for partial reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan, so it’s best to check with your insurer about out-of-network mental health benefits.

Do you offer in-person therapy, virtual therapy, or both?

Both. Full Living offers in-person, virtual, and hybrid therapy options, depending on the therapist and location. Your preferences will be discussed during the matching process.

Can you match me for couples therapy or family therapy?

Yes. Full Living provides matching for individual, couples, and family therapy. The 15-minute matching call is the first step in identifying the right clinician for your relational needs.

What if I’m not sure what kind of therapy I need?

That’s very common. Many people come in unsure of where to start. The director-led consult helps clarify what kind of support may be most helpful and which therapist or approach might be the best fit.

Do you offer culturally competent and identity-affirming therapy?

Yes. Full Living is committed to inclusive, affirming care. Our therapists work with cultural humility and experience across identities, including race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, and diverse relationship structures. These considerations are thoughtfully included in the matching process.

Will someone talk with me about costs before I start?

Yes. Your free consult is a space to ask questions about fees, insurance options, and what ongoing therapy might look like before committing to next steps.

What Clients Are Saying

Full Living is proud to be a 5-star rated psychotherapy practice on Google, with clients consistently highlighting the care, professionalism, and thoughtfulness of the matching process. Many people share that they felt genuinely understood from the very first conversation and appreciated being guided toward a therapist who truly fit their needs, rather than being left to navigate the process alone.

Micah W.

Full Living Psychotherapy Practice is a gift to Philadelphia. Karen has assembled an amazing team of therapists who have the experience and breadth of experience to meet most folks needs. I regularly refer folks to Full Living, with deep trust and confidence that Karen will be able to help make a good match for someone’s therapeutic needs. Finding a good therapist is an art, not a science, and Full Living is an amazing tool in that creative, life-giving endeavor. Thank you!

Micah W.

My therapist is very attentive, professional, flexible, and caring. I have recommended the therapy to several people locally.

Graeme S.

I’m a clinical social worker/psychotherapist who’s been part of the Full Living network for several years and been matched with clients by Full Living director Karen Smith. Karen has a gift for making matches between therapists and people seeking help. When friends and acquaintances ask me how to find a therapist, I like to recommend they call Karen. She is super easy to talk to and provides a free telephone consultation in order to suggest a therapist match. She has access to a whole network of skilled, experienced, and demographically diverse therapists. Searching for a therapist can be confusing and overwhelming — scrolling through lists of names and profiles online, trying to guess who might be a good fit. Karen’s phone consultation and matching process takes some of this guessing and overwhelm out of the process.

Shobhana K.

Experienced, compassionate, and competent therapy. Responsive insight into the potential of Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Karen Smith is an experienced and discerning practitioner who seeks out other excellent therapists for Full Living. I would trust her recommendations.

Toni M.

Ready to get matched?

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If you are in crisis or need immediate help, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911, or go to your nearest emergency room. Full Living’s matching service is not an emergency service.