Depth-oriented therapy for lasting change.
SERVICESIndividual Psychotherapy
AEDP
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy
Grounded in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), individual therapy focuses on processing trauma, building emotional resilience, and developing a more authentic relationship with yourself.
AEDP is a research-informed, experiential approach that works at the level of emotion and embodied experience — not just thought patterns or coping strategies. The work supports you in moving through stuck places toward genuine, lasting change.
This work is also informed by training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), bringing an integrative depth to the therapeutic process.
— Processing trauma and difficult emotional experience
— Strengthening emotional resilience
— Authentic self development
— New ways of relating to yourself and others
Couples Psychotherapy
EFT
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Certified through the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT), couples therapy works with the emotional patterns and attachment needs at the heart of relational conflict.
EFT is considered the gold standard of couples therapy, with the strongest outcome research of any couples therapy model. The work helps couples move out of reactive cycles and into deeper, more secure connection — the felt experience of knowing your partner is truly there for you.
This approach identifies and shifts the negative patterns of communication driving disconnection, supporting couples in building bonds that are both vulnerable and resilient. Additional training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy further informs this work.
— Attachment and emotional safety
— Breaking negative relational cycles
— Deeper vulnerability and intimacy
— Secure, lasting connection
Investment
Session Rates
Individual Psychotherapy (50 min)
$300
Couples Psychotherapy (60 min)
$350
Dr. Tantillo is not in-network with any insurance providers. Sessions are private-pay.
A free initial consultation is offered to explore whether this work feels like the right fit. There is no obligation following the consultation.
Sessions are available in-person and online.
Clinical supervision and consultation for practitioners.
Teaching & Supervision
Drawing on her faculty role at the University of Pennsylvania and advanced training in AEDP and EFT, Dr. Tantillo offers clinical supervision and consultation on a limited basis.
Dr. Tantillo holds a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and serves as a Faculty Lecturer at Penn's School of Social Policy & Practice.
She is an AEDP Supervisor Candidate and Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (ICEEFT), bringing both depth of training and clinical experience to supervision work.
Colleague Endorsements
"Dr. Karen Tantillo has a fantastic ability to combine her professional skills with gentle compassion for resolving personal difficulties and relationship challenges. I endorse Karen wholeheartedly."
— Stephen McDonnell, MDiv, MSW, LCSW
"Karen is a warm, caring, and empathetic therapist whom I trust and highly recommend for those who want to dive in to deep emotional work."
— Kaori Stram, LMHC
"Karen is a deeply thoughtful, compassionate, and knowledgeable therapist, whom I wholeheartedly recommend. She has a strong foundation of therapeutic skills in AEDP and a dedication to ongoing learning."
— Kathryn I. Vaughn, LCSW
Ready to get started?
I offer a free consultation to explore whether this work feels like the right fit.