Lyda Will-Hoover, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for families and individuals
- Stress and anxiety support
- Family and parenting
- Depression support
About Lyda Will-Hoover
Lyda Will-Hoover is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania who brings a decade of professional experience to her therapeutic work. She focuses on supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting challenges, and depression, helping them find practical ways to manage difficult emotions and improve daily functioning.
Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed candidly. Lyda emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and active listening, guiding clients to explore patterns, discover new coping strategies, and build stronger connections within their families and relationships.
Recognizing that beginning therapy can feel daunting, she encourages those taking that first step and acknowledges the courage it requires. Lyda works to make the process approachable and supportive, offering steady guidance as clients work toward clearer priorities and more effective ways of handling life’s challenges.
Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed candidly. Lyda emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and active listening, guiding clients to explore patterns, discover new coping strategies, and build stronger connections within their families and relationships.
Recognizing that beginning therapy can feel daunting, she encourages those taking that first step and acknowledges the courage it requires. Lyda works to make the process approachable and supportive, offering steady guidance as clients work toward clearer priorities and more effective ways of handling life’s challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lyda Will-Hoover have?
Lyda Will-Hoover has 10 years of experience.
Is Lyda Will-Hoover a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are PA LCSW CW023378.
In which languages does Lyda Will-Hoover provide therapy?
Lyda Will-Hoover provides therapy in English.
Where is Lyda Will-Hoover located?
Lyda Will-Hoover is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Lyda Will-Hoover as my therapist?
You can work with Lyda Will-Hoover through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lyda Will-Hoover work with international clients?
Lyda Will-Hoover does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lyda Will-Hoover cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then focus on values-driven actions that create a more meaningful life. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance maintains distress.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and emotional responses, helping people improve trust, communication, and connection within families and partnerships.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Lyda will collaborate with each person to assess goals, preferences, and needs, and then recommend strategies or combine methods that fit the client’s situation. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what will be most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from home or work, and integrate therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals who guide progress over time.