Media Kit
About Our Practice
Arrive Therapy is a gay- and trans-focused, all LGBTQ+ counseling practice in Paoli, PA. Arrive Therapy provides affirming, specialized mental health services for the transgender, non-binary, and whole LGBTQ+ community. Our team of licensed therapists all identify as LGBTQ+. These shared lived experiences allows the therapists to bring deep personal understanding along with clinical expertise to support gender diverse and queer clients.
This media kit contains an overview of our services, our mission and values, staff bios, high-resolution photos and logos, press releases, and other resources for members of the media.
We appreciate your interest in learning about and accurately representing Arrive Therapy and the important work we do for the LGBTQ+ community in the greater Philadelphia area. Contact us for more information!
Arrive Therapy was founded with the goal of offering high-quality mental health care tailored specifically to the needs of the transgender and LGBTQ+ community. Our team consists entirely of LGBTQ+ therapists who deeply understand the unique challenges and experiences of gender diverse and queer clients.
Transgender and LGBTQ+ Focused Therapy
Services provided by Arrive Therapy:
About the Founder, Alexander Stefanini, LPC
Alexander Stefanini is a licensed professional counselor, trans man, and the owner of Arrive Therapy. Alexander has worked in many roles in the mental health field and brings his deep understanding of clinical practice to his role as the leader of his group of talented therapists.
Alexander is the owner and clinical director of Arrive Therapy. Arrive is an all-LGBTQ+ counseling practice that works primarily with trans and queer folks of all ages.
Alexander Stefanini received a Master's degree in Counseling from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2004 and is the father of two adopted children.
Founders Bio (Short)
Video: Wil Anderson, © 2020
Alexander Stefanini is a licensed professional counselor, trans man, and the owner of Arrive Therapy. He has worked with a wide range of clients since 2004, using various modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy, DBT, and more. Alexander also incorporates Inquiry (The WORK) by Byron Katie into many therapy sessions.
Throughout his career, Alexander has worked in family-based settings, community mental health, as a supervisor of outpatient therapy programs, and in many other modalities. He began working with transgender individuals in outpatient counseling when he began his transition in 2018.
Since then, he has immersed himself in supporting the mental health and gender identities of transgender clients, supporting their mental health and gender journeys through gender counseling at Arrive Therapy.
Alexander Stefanini received a Master's degree in Counseling from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2004 and is the father of two adopted children.
Founders Bio (Long)
Photo available for use: © Luci Morreale 2018
Arrive in the Media
ShrinkChicks
Podcast Interview
April, 2024
Read More: Exploring Gender Identity with Alexander Stefanini
FOX43
Television Interview
June, 2023
Read More: Gender transitioning: A different journey for everyone
Alexander's collaborative Q&A with YouTube influencer, Sally Pride on her thesis: "Mulan is a Trans Man."
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Mission
Founded by transgender therapist Alexander Stefanini, Arrive Therapy offers individual and family therapy, gay and transgender support groups, letters for gender-affirming surgeries, and guidance through gender transitions. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space where LGBTQ+ individuals can explore their identities, process experiences, build resilience, and work towards their goals.
Blog Showcase
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Advice for Parents of Trans Kids
7 easy steps to make sure your kid feels loved in this time of great change.
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Embracing Authenticity: In-Person LGBTQ-Affirming Therapy
Our team takes immense pride in being part of the LGBTQ community, with all of our therapists identifying as queer, trans, or nonbinary.
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How to Support Transgender Youth
In a world where understanding and acceptance are rare, supporting transgender youth becomes essential.
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Prioritizing LGBTQ+ Mental Health: We Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month
Members of the LGBTQ+ community face unique challenges and stressors that can impact their mental health.
Staff Bios
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Cade Scheer
KellyAnne Ford
Felix Laneri
Jenn Kiblinger
Eben Hilpert
Lucinda Morreale
Jay Gilbert
Adair Bingham
Sean O’Conner
Alexander Rothman
Shayne Palmer
Kat Steele