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Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter, PA Psychologist PS019215
Pennsylvania
Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter - Clinical Psychologist, Mood and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Geri-Lynn
Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter is a Pennsylvania clinical psychologist (PA Psychologist PS019215) with 10 years of experience. She focuses on practical work for people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, mood disorders and related concerns. Many who contact her are dealing with overlapping issues such as depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or problems with sleep and self-esteem.
Her sessions aim to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and test different ways of responding. She uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to structure sessions and set clear goals. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on small, repeatable steps clients can try between meetings.
Dr. Utter has experience working with people who face substance use concerns alongside mental health symptoms. She also supports those managing family of origin issues, grief, guilt and shame, and social anxiety. Her background includes work with clients who have learning differences and ADHD.
In sessions she draws on client-centered and motivational interviewing techniques to clarify values and increase motivation. She also incorporates psychodynamic ideas when earlier relationships help explain current patterns. The result is a mix of short-term skill building and deeper work where useful.
Dr. Utter works in Pennsylvania and offers services in English. International clients can be accepted; confirm session options when you book. To begin, visitors are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
How CBT, ACT and client-centered work online
Dr. Utter commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new responses. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, behaviors, and feelings and focuses on practical exercises to change patterns that maintain distress.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify what matters most and to build actions that reflect those values. ACT emphasizes observing thoughts without getting stuck in them and committing to value-driven steps. Client-centered therapy is used alongside these approaches to make space for what matters to the person and to guide sessions by the client's concerns.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Utter will work with each person to select methods that fit their goals and situation, combining short-term skills and deeper reflection as needed. This is a collaborative decision based on what the client wants to accomplish.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, bipolar disorder, depression, sleep problems, self-esteem, and related issues.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses structured, evidence-informed methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy alongside client-centered and motivational interviewing techniques.
What is her experience level?
She has 10 years of clinical experience working with people who have co-occurring mood, substance use, and trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Pennsylvania clinical psychologist listed as PA Psychologist PS019215 and practices in Pennsylvania.
Does she work in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients; confirm specifics when arranging sessions.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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