Media Kit

About Our Practice

Arrive Therapy is a 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

HiTOPS

Podcast Interview

June, 2023

6abc

Television Interview

August, 2024

Sally Pryde Collaboration

June 23, 2024

YouTube Q&A “Mulan is a Trans Man”

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, 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

  • A father and son having a relaxed chat. Dad has his arm around his son's shoulders.

    Advice for Parents of Trans Kids

    7 easy steps to make sure your kid feels loved in this time of great change.

  • young therapist welcomes a new client with a warm smile

    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.

  • A mom giving a big hug to her teen

    How to Support Transgender Youth

    In a world where understanding and acceptance are rare, supporting transgender youth becomes essential.

  • A head shape cut out of paper, cradled by hands

    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