Krista Mancarella, Psy.D, CST, PMH-C
A licensed psychologist with over twenty years of experience, providing therapy that is dynamic, collaborative, and results-oriented.
Meeting
Online
Rate
$275 / session
Now Accepting
New clients — online sessions (CT, PA, NY and 40 additional PsyPact States)
specialties
Where I focus my clinical work.
I have training and clinical experience working with individual and couples working through:
approach
Thoughtful. Practical. Relationship-Centered.
Therapy isn’t about simply talking through problems—it’s about understanding the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and developing practical tools to create meaningful change. I believe every client deserves a personalized approach that reflects their experiences, relationships, and goals.
Whether we’re working through trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, or life transitions, our work together is collaborative, evidence-based, and focused on helping you build greater clarity, resilience, and lasting progress.
EMDR Therapy
Process traumatic experiences so they no longer define how you think, feel, or respond today.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Strengthen emotional connection by understanding the patterns shaping your relationships.
Gottman Method
Build healthier communication, deepen trust, and strengthen the foundation of your relationship.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Develop practical strategies to challenge unhelpful thought patterns and create lasting change
Education & Background
Training and clinical experience.
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chestnut Hill College, and a Master’s Degree in Dance/Movement Therapy from Hahnemann University (now Drexel University). My clinical journey began in Philadelphia, where I worked with children and families, and expanded over time to include adults and couples. My experience spans multiple diverse settings—including outpatient clinics, residential and partial programs, and private practice.
In 2015, I opened my private practice in Blue Bell, PA. After relocating, I founded Better Being Connecticut in 2018, which evolved into Better Being Psychology Group in 2023.
About
Helping you understand the patterns that shape your life, relationships, and sense of self.
Using a warm, compassionate, and empowering approach, I offer insight, accountability, and encouragement. My conversational style fosters a safe space where we’ll work together to understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected. We’ll explore the messages you’ve received about yourself, others, and relationships, and how early life experiences may still be shaping your adult patterns. With this understanding, we can heal, grow, and create lasting change.
As a licensed psychologist with over twenty years of experience, I provide therapy that is dynamic, collaborative, and results-oriented. I’ve supported children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through a wide range of life’s challenges, helping them move toward greater health, connection, and happiness.
Specialties
I have extensive experience supporting individuals and couples with:
- Relationship and intimacy issues (communication, infidelity)
- Sexual disorders (e.g., vaginismus, pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, low / mismatched desire, arousal, and orgasmic disorders)
- Trauma and complex PTSD
- Anxiety, stress, and OCD
- ADHD
- Perinatal mental health & reproductive psychology for all parents
- Parenting and family therapy
I work with a wide range of clients, including healthcare professionals, first responders, military families, educators, mental health clinicians, business leaders, attorneys, scientists, and athletes.
Licensure & Affiliations
Credentials.
I am licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania, New York and Connecticut, and hold PSYPACT authorization to provide telepsychology across participating U.S. states.
I’m also a proud member of:
Pennsylvania & Connecticut Psychological Associations
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)- Certified Sex Therapist
American Society for Reproductive Medicine
Postpartum Support International (PSI) – Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) – Certified EMDR Therapist
Ready when you are
Therapy and counseling that fits your life.
Reach out to schedule an appointment. I’ll get back to you within two business days to find a time that works.