Compassionate Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma, Depression

Solace Counseling LLC

Compassionate Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, and Life’s Challenges A supportive space to heal, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence. Solace Counseling offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, and life’s challenges. I am a licensed clinician and EMDR-certified therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience, providing both in-person and virtual sessions to clients across Pennsylvania. My office is located in Paoli, PA. My work is grounded in whole-body, trauma-informed care that honors the connection between mind, body, and emotional experience. I integrate EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to support meaningful, lasting change—not just symptom relief. Emotional safety, support, and non-judgment are central to my practice, and I strive to create a space where clients feel understood, respected, and at ease. I view therapy as a collaborative process. While I bring clinical training and structure, I believe clients hold deep insight into what they need and value. Together, we work to explore patterns, build emotional regulation skills, and move toward greater clarity, resilience, and growth—always at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Whether you are seeking relief from anxiety, healing from past experiences, or support through a difficult transition, therapy can be a space to reconnect with yourself and move forward with confidence.

Chester County

Justin Heinze

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Phoenixville

Pennsylvania

Compassionate Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, and Life’s Challenges A supportive space to heal, gain clarity, and move forward with...

NOW HIRING! Blue Bee Handyman is a fully licensed & Insured

Blue Bee Handyman

NOW HIRING! - Blue Bee Handyman is a fully licensed and insured home maintenance company serving residents across Chester and Montgomery Counties, Pennsylvania. They provide professional, reliable handyman services seven days a week, offering flexible scheduling to help homeowners tackle their growing to-do lists with ease. Their expertise spans a wide range of interior and exterior projects, including drywall installation and repair, carpentry, cabinet and hardware installation, and general home remodeling. Whether you need assistance with furniture assembly, TV mounting, or complex interior renovations, their skilled technicians are equipped to handle diverse property maintenance needs with precision and care. Customers can expect a transparent, professional experience characterized by upfront pricing and clear communication throughout every stage of a project. By prioritizing punctuality, thorough cleanup, and high-quality workmanship, Blue Bee Handyman has established a reputation as a trusted local partner for homeowners seeking reliable and efficient property improvements.

NOW HIRING! - Blue Bee Handyman is a fully licensed and insured home maintenance company serving residents across Chester and Montgomery Counties,...

Krise Transportation

Behind every wheel of a school bus or van, there is a driver who is making a difference in the life of a child. Working as a Van Driver with Krise Transportation, you will be recognized as the essential link between students and schools. The Krise Difference is our team and family atmosphere. You will be part of a team that measures success by our purpose, partnerships, and relationships with our drivers, kids, parents, and school districts. We are hiring dedicated people who understand that the safety of our kids is of the utmost importance and who are HEROES - Here, Everyday, Ready, On-time, Exceptional, and Safe. Have an Impact &amp; Love Where You Work: •	You start your day by putting a smile on kids' faces! •	You have an office with a view! •	You will work with a team who respects you and the everyday hero you are! •	You will have great, supportive co-workers in a team/family environment! What is In It For You? •	$2000 sign on bonus for CDS drivers •	Paid Training •	Schedule the same as students, flexible with nights, weekends, holidays &amp; summers off •	Guaranteed Hours: 4 hours per day •	Competitive base pay •	Daily Safety &amp; Attendance and Year-End bonus opportunities •	Opportunity for additional routes/pay for school activity &amp; trip assignments •	Company paid Life Insurance &amp; Employee Assistance Plan •	Dental and Vision plans available on a voluntary basis We are hiring now. Call 484-302-2202

Behind every wheel of a school bus or van, there is a driver who is making a difference in the life of a child. Working as a Van Driver with Krise...

A.J. Waterproofing 

Family owned and operated Basement Waterproofing serving Montgomery County, Bucks County, Delaware County for 50 years. You never deal with a salesman. You either deal with A.J.  or his son Anthony, and they are on every job installed. We make sure you never have a wet basement again. We do French Drains, Sump pumps, Backup Sump Pumps, Crack repair, Parging of walls, Yard drainage systems, Grading, Pop ups, burrying of downspout lines and sump pump lines as well as Excavation work and more. Give us a call or send us a text and we will be happy to look at your water issues.

Montgomery County

Perkiomen Valley

Family owned and operated Basement Waterproofing serving Montgomery County, Bucks County, Delaware County for 50 years. You never deal with a...

Foundations: Dry + Healthy + Safe = Peace of Mind

Worthington Foundation Authority

3rd Generation. Local. Family Owned. Triple Certified by the Basement Health Association. We provide Foundation Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, and Basement Egress in the Delaware Valley.

Plymouth-Whitemarsh

3rd Generation. Local. Family Owned. Triple Certified by the Basement Health Association. We provide Foundation Waterproofing, Foundation Repair,...

Licensed Mom or Dad with minivan or SUV needed to transport actors from local train stations to a Phoenixville film shoot from 5 till midnight on Thursday, October 17. For details, serious respondents should contact the Samira Company, a local arts organization, at <a href="mailto:samiracompany@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">samiracompany@gmail.com</a>

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Fun Dungeon - Brewcade & Billiards

This Thursday, September 3rd at 8PM, we’re diving deep into the world of Pokémon — from Kanto to Paldea, OG 151 to modern meta, Gym Leaders to Elite Four, shiny odds to obscure Pokédex entries. Expect questions covering the video games, anime, trading cards, evolutions, legendary lore, rival battles, villainous teams, and plenty of deep cuts for the true PokéMasters.
The $15 admission fee includes unlimited FREE PLAY on 50+ arcade games, pinball, pool, darts &amp; consoles, Plus, there's prizes for both top scorers and runners-up.
So charge your Pokédex, dust off your Game Boy memories, and remember: it’s not very effective to miss Trivia Night at the dungeon.
No potions required. Just knowledge. ⚡FB&nbsp;EVENT:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1C9kKQko1G/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/share/1C9kKQko1G/</a>

Local Event: Pokémon Trivia Night (21+) 

Pokémon Trivia Night (21+) 

This Thursday, September 3rd at 8PM, we’re diving deep into the world of Pokémon — from Kanto to Paldea, OG 151 to modern meta,...

Join us for a special First Friday edition of KILLER KARAOKE (21+) on September 4th at 8PM for a night of songs, games, &amp; delicious drinks.
The mandatory $15 admission unlocks unlimited arcade games, pinball, pool, darts, console lounges, and more.
Whether you’re a seasoned vet or a noob, we can’t wait to see—and hear—you this Friday night.FB&nbsp;EVENT: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1KVSXjs2iE/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/share/1KVSXjs2iE/</a>

Local Event: 🍺🎤 Killer Karaoke (21+) - First Friday Edition 🎤🍺

🍺🎤 Killer Karaoke (21+) - First Friday Edition 🎤🍺

Join us for a special First Friday edition of KILLER KARAOKE (21+) on September 4th at 8PM for a night of songs, games, &...

Easttown Library

Your vote is your voice – but will it be heard? While the League of Women Voters has worked to provide trusted, election information for over a century, changes and challenges seem to be the rule rather than the exception. Join Roberta Winters, President of the Delaware County League of Women Voters, for a perspective on Election Day, its evolving prologue and predicted epilogue. Discover what you can do to help assure a safe and secure election in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
We meet at Easttown Public Library, 720 First Ave, Berwyn, PA 19312 at 10:15am.
This event is sponsored by AAUW Valley Forge. A Free event.ALL are welcome!
 There will be snacks!
aauwvalleyforge.org

Local Event: The 2026 Midterm Election in the Keystone State

The 2026 Midterm Election in the Keystone State

Your vote is your voice – but will it be heard?  While the League of Women Voters has worked to provide trusted, election...

Online Auction

Alderfer Auction presents commercial cabinetry and millwork inventory, woodworking materials, shop furnishings, retail displays, office furniture, contemporary seating, electronics, cabinetry hardware, building materials, and business contents. The sale combines finished furnishings and showroom pieces with a large quantity of materials and equipment suited to cabinetmakers, woodworkers, contractors, designers, and commercial operations.
<a href="https://bid.alderferauction.com/ui/auctions/167739?category=All&amp;subCategory=Active" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View and Bid On This Auction</a>
Bid online now through Tuesday, September 8th
at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute.
Furniture and showroom contents include a Povison U-shaped modular sectional, Blu Dot sofa, multiple Herman Miller Sayl office chairs, an Aeron office chair, MCM style swivel bar stools, Panton style chairs, a Philippe Starck Masters style counter stool, upholstered seating by Anji Fangsheng Furniture Co., custom tables, desks, retail counters, display shelving, cabinets, and a custom parametric live-edge desk with built-in LED lighting. Additional showroom pieces include Vetrite by Sicis sample displays and Halkett Cabinetry &amp; Millwork sample shelving.
Commercial cabinetry and woodworking materials make up a substantial portion of the liquidation. The catalog includes large quantities of plywood, MDF, Masonite-faced sheets, wood veneer panels, laminate sheets, Maxxigloss panels, flakeboard, trim, edge banding, shelving, cabinetry, cabinet bases, unfinished cabinets, doors, wood offcuts, and scrap stock. Numerous heavy-duty workbenches, rolling work tables, sawhorse tables, flat carts, A-frame material carts, lumber racks, rolling shelving, and Hafele metal carts are also offered.
Cabinet and building hardware includes assorted hinges, drawer and cabinet hardware, Rev-A-Shelf pullout organization, plumbing and electrical supplies, decorative panels by MasterCraft, and additional shop and installation materials. A commercial Overhead Door Corp. garage door is also included.
Office and business equipment includes an HP DesignJet T630 large-format printer, Brother HL-L2395DW multifunction laser printer, ASUS, Dell, and Samsung monitors, Poly Edge E550 desk phones, adjustable electric standing desks, and office storage. Additional equipment includes a Miele built-in coffee machine and a Swiss Madison vessel sink.
Decorative and recreational contents include Cicero Silva and Marmont artwork, Laura Cuivel lenticular art, The Cat's Meow Village buildings, Nima Oberoi décor, designer and architecture books, a Sportcraft pool table, and a Goaliath dual-hoop basketball arcade game.
From cabinetry materials and commercial shop furnishings to Herman Miller seating, showroom displays, office technology, building supplies, and contemporary furniture, this liquidation offers a concentrated selection of contents from a cabinetry, millwork, and design-oriented business.
Buyer’s Premium Applies. AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Office: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-393-3000. See website for Terms &amp; Conditions. <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.AlderferAuction.com</a>. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. LIC#AY002260

Local Event: Cabinetry, Office, and Material Handling Business Liquidation in Souderton, PA

Montgomeryville-Lansdale

Cabinetry, Office, and Material Handling...

Alderfer Auction presents commercial cabinetry and millwork inventory, woodworking materials, shop furnishings, retail...

Cabinetry, Office, and Material Handling Business Liquidation in Souderton, PA

Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern - Online Auction Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Bid online at alderferauction.com.
Alderfer Auction’s September Fine Art and Mid-Century Modern Auction features a collection of art, luxury Swiss timepieces, jewelry, sterling silver, décor, and mid-century and period furniture.
<a href="https://bid.alderferauction.com/ui/auctions/162950?category=All&amp;subCategory=Active" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View and Bid On This Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern Auction</a>
Auction is open for pre-bidding until Thursday, September 10th at 10AM, at which time pre-bidding will cease and the auction will go live at the auction center (no live audience, just our auctioneer and auction staff).Collectors of fine watches will find an exceptional group of Swiss timepieces, including a Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Gondolo Ref. 5009, Franck Muller Casablanca Ref. 2852, Chronoswiss Opus, Breitling, and a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso. The jewelry section features a GIA 3.10 Carat G VS1 round brilliant diamond and further includes diamond, emerald, sapphire, ruby, tanzanite, pearl, coral, and topaz jewelry in platinum, 18K gold, and 14K gold.
The silver category offers an extensive selection of sterling flatware and hollowware from leading American makers, including Gorham, Reed &amp; Barton, International Silver, Wallace, Dominick &amp; Haff, Durgin, Alvin, Stieff, and Watson, with numerous complete flatware services, tea services, candelabra, chargers, and serving pieces. 
 
Standout decor includes Rosenthal - Versace porcelain and crystal, Murano and Iitala glass, Bernard Leach pottery, and bronze sculptures by Robert MacDonald and Antonio Salemme. 
 
Furniture highlights include a George Nakashima Frenchman's Cove II dining table, an important R.J. Horner &amp; Co. Atlas Figural dining room suite consisting of the extension dining table, sideboard, china cabinet, server, and lion's head dining chairs, as well as an R.J. Horner &amp; Co. for Tiffany &amp; Co. tall case chime clock, JWS Studios and Chiparus Art Deco Revival lamps, and MCM pieces by Warren Platner, Isamu Noguchi, Lane, and John Stuart. 
 
The fine art section features works by, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Salvador Dalí, James Rizzi, Walter Emerson Baum, John Fulton Folinsbee, Maurice de Vlaminck, Walter Elmer Schofield, Sterling Strauser, Arthur Meltzer, Antoine Blanchard, Antonio Martino, Salvatore Pinto, Richard Blossom Farley, Charles William Ward, Louis Tavelli, John Brock Lear Jr., Ray Hendershot, Benton Spruance, Erté, Elyse Ashe Lord, Ranulph Bye, Joseph Barrett, Richard Crist, Joseph Meierhans, Frank F. English, Harold Hopkinson, Vira McIlrath Scheibner, and Christopher G. Willett. 
 
The sale is rounded out by a selection of fine wine and spirits such as Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1982, Chateau Pavie 1982, Midleton Very Rare Vintage Blended Irish Whiskey 2016, and Old Rip Van Winkle 10-Year-Old Kentucky Bourbon 2017. 
 
Preview | 501 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA 19440 
In-House | No Appointment Necessary 
Tuesday, September 8th | 9AM – 3PM 
Wednesday, September 9th | 9AM – 3PM 
 
Pick Up in Hatfield, PA.
Third Party Shipping Available.
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Buyer’s Premium Applies. AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Office: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-393-3000. See website for Terms &amp; Conditions. <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.AlderferAuction.com</a>. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. LIC#AY002260

Local Event: Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern Auction | Art | Jewelry | Silver | Furniture & More

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Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern - Online Auction Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Exton Hotel & Conference Center

What if a program could help you experience less stress, greater clarity, and a deeper sense of well-being?
Inner Engineering is Sadhguru’s flagship program that has helped millions of people worldwide discover practical tools to navigate life with more balance, joy, and inner stability. Rooted in the science of yoga, this immersive experience offers simple yet powerful practices that you can integrate into your daily life.
Whether you’re looking to improve your mental well-being, relationships, focus, or overall quality of life, this program provides a practical approach that anyone can benefit from.
📍 4-Day In-Person Program
September 10–13, 2026 
Exton Hotel &amp; Conference Center 
815 N Pottstown Pike, Exton, PA
🗓 Program Schedule
• Sept. 10: 6:00 PM – 9:15 PM 
• Sept. 11: 6:00 PM – 9:15 PM 
• Sept. 12: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM 
• Sept. 13: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Want to learn more before enrolling? Join one of our FREE 1-hour Introductory Talks:
<ul>
<li>August 8 – Exton Hotel &amp; Conference Center (5:00–6:00 PM)</li>
<li>August 15 – Plymouth Meeting Friends Meeting House (11:00 AM–12:00 PM)</li>
</ul>
✔ No prior yoga experience required 
✔ No physical flexibility needed 
✔ Open to everyone 15+
Reserve your spot: <a href="https://isha.co/ieprogram" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">isha.co/ieprogram</a>

Local Event: Transform Your Life with Inner Engineering by Sadhguru | Exton, PA

Exton

Transform Your Life with Inner Engineering by...

What if a program could help you experience less stress, greater clarity, and a deeper sense of well-being?
Inner Engineering...

Transform Your Life with Inner Engineering by Sadhguru | Exton, PA

Four Exceptional Courses. Three Fine Cigars. One Unforgettable Night. {Ladies, You're Invited Too, The Cigars are just for Fun!}
Reserve your seat at The Desmond for an evening of exceptional food, premium spirits and three outstanding cigars from Oliva.
Enjoy premium cocktails and hors d'œuvres, followed by a chef-curated four-course dinner featuring Bluefin Tuna, Nantucket Bay Scallops, Black Angus Beef Tenderloin and Espresso-Butterscotch finale. Throughout the evening, savor three premium cigars from Oliva:
-Series V Melanio, Figuardo -Cuba Aliados Cabinet Robusto -Connecticut Reserve Churchill
As an added bonus, we'll have the 49ers vs. Rams game from Australia on the screens as Week 1 of the NFL season continues.
$160 per person includes:
Four-course dinner Premium open bar Three premium cigars Tax &amp; gratuity
Plus raffles!
DATE: Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 TIME: 7 PM - 10:30 PM WHERE: Out back at The Desmond Malvern, a DoubleTree by Hilton 1 Liberty Blvd., Malvern, PA
Seating is limited and we do expect this event to sell out. Don't delay!
We'll be supporting the Chester County Food Bank this night. Please help out by bringing a canned protein including chicken, tuna, beans and salmon - this is an urgent need for the Food Bank - Thank you!

Local Event: 4 Course Dinner + Cigars + NFL + Open Bar & Hors d' Oeuvres

4 Course Dinner + Cigars + NFL + Open Bar &...

Four Exceptional Courses. Three Fine Cigars. One Unforgettable Night. {Ladies, You're Invited Too, The Cigars are just for...

4 Course Dinner + Cigars + NFL + Open Bar & Hors d' Oeuvres

Waterworks Park, 220 W. First Ave., Trappe, PA

In the last two weeks, with over 10 inches of rain, the ground is currently soggy and muddy in Waterworks Park.&nbsp; Postponing this event gives the ground a chance to dry out.
Over 80 sellers set up along tree-shaded paths in a 17-acre park
Selling household items, kids’ toys, games and clothes, baby gear, tools, books, jewelry, furniture, vintage items, antiques, collectibles and more!
Enjoy food trucks and a playground for kids
Handicapped accessible and free car parking 
This is also a Recycle Event! Bring items you no longer need to donate to Goodwill. Their truck will be in the parking lot throughout the Yard Sale.
"The sale is laid out along tree-shaded, and paved paths. It’s a great opportunity to pick up some exciting treasures and low cost finds! This annual event has been attracting over 3,000 shoppers each year.
“All of our sellers and shoppers love the shady surroundings, and shoppers walked away with hundreds of terrific bargains. This annual town yard sale has become one of our most popular events!” says Collegeville Economic Development Corporation’s (CEDC) President, Cathy Kernen.

Proceeds from the Yard Sale benefit the non-profit Collegeville Economic Development Corp. (CEDC), which works to promote local businesses in the Collegeville area and organizes fun events for area families throughout the year.

Local Event: Collegeville's 14th Colossal Yard Sale Postponed to Saturday, Sept. 12th

Collegeville's 14th Colossal Yard Sale...

In the last two weeks, with over 10 inches of rain, the ground is currently soggy and muddy in Waterworks Park.  Postponing...

Collegeville's 14th Colossal Yard Sale Postponed to Saturday, Sept. 12th

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as&nbsp;The Colonial Theatre&nbsp;welcomes&nbsp;Back to the Basics Comedy Show&nbsp;on&nbsp;Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Headlining the evening is&nbsp;John Moses, the Toronto-born comedian known for his dark, brutally honest storytelling and fearless, equal-opportunity comedy. Joining him are Philadelphia favorite&nbsp;Hannah Trav, whose smart, witty style blends personal stories with sharp observations, and&nbsp;Shane Daniels, a West Chester comic known for his relatable, high-energy performances. The evening will be hosted by the always-entertaining&nbsp;Ms. Darkchild, whose infectious energy and crowd work keep audiences laughing from start to finish.
Starring:&nbsp;John Moses, Hannah Trav &amp; Shane Daniels Hosted by:&nbsp;Ms. Darkchild

Local Event: Back to the Basics... Comedy Show

Back to the Basics... Comedy Show

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as The Colonial Theatre welcomes Back to the Basics Comedy Show on Saturday, September...

🌱 Patch AM: How did Phoenixville teams dominate...

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9/11 Memorial Has New Home In Montco

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CDC Contesting PA Reported Measles Deaths

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West Chester Police: Wanted

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When Does The 1st Frost Occur In Pennsylvania:...

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Community Health Assessment: Survey For Chesco...

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