Services

At Miko's Place, we understand the courage it takes for survivors of domestic violence to seek help and support. You are not alone. We are here to provide the safe, confidential, and non-judgmental support you need.

Miko's Place offers counseling, legal assistance, and emergency shelter to help you navigate these challenging times. We are committed to all individuals, with a particular focus on supporting immigrants and underrepresented communities. We can help you build a successful life free from domestic abuse.

Counseling – We work with a team of trained professionals who provide compassionate counseling and other emotional and psychological well-being services.

Legal assistance – We can provide referrals to experienced legal representatives who offer assistance with protection orders, custody cases, and other legal matters or advice.

Free Legal Aid Hotline 855-980-6924
Bucks County 215-340-1818
Montgomery County Domestic Violence Helpline 855-980-6924
Chester County 610-436-4510 | Urgent - 484-803-2131
Delaware County Domestic Violence Helpline 855-879-3100
lasp.org/domestic-violence.com

Emergency shelter – We proudly collaborate with other dedicated non-profit partners to provide safe and secure housing for those in need.

If you are in URGENT need of safe housing:

Contact Laurel House: 1-800-642-3150 or text “HOPE” to 85511

For all other requests for assistance, please contact us directly at:

Phone: 215-480-5800
Email: tina@mikosplace.org
Hours of operation: 9am – 8pm ET

We currently provide support to individuals in Montgomery County, PA and the surrounding areas. We are working hard to bring many of these services in-house to further support you in your journey towards safety, security, and freedom from domestic violence. Please continue to check back for updates on the services we provide.

Our Counseling & Activities Team

(Mirabelle) Priya Thakur

Psychologist

Mira is a highly skilled and deeply empathetic psychologist with a profound commitment to
supporting children and women who have experienced domestic violence. With a rich background in behavioral psychology and extensive experience in trauma counselling, Mira brings a unique blend of compassion, expertise, and dedication.

Mira holds a Behavioural Psychology degree from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India and has over 15 years of experience in the field specializing in trauma-informed care. She has worked with various populations, providing individual and group therapy to help survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives.

Mira believes in the power of a compassionate therapeutic environment. She utilizes a client-centered approach, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and
respected.

By integrating evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
(CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques, Mira tailors her
interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.

Serena Franchini

Registered Nurse & Therapist

Serena is a Registered Nurse, Trauma-Trained Coach, and Somatic Therapy & EMDR Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals heal unresolved trauma rooted in childhood.

It wasn't until I embarked on my own spiritual journey and awakening when I came face to face with my unresolved childhood trauma, that I learned what my calling was. Through my personal journey of trauma healing, reconnecting with and reparenting my own inner child, I discovered my purpose: to guide others on their path to healing.

Through my business, The Healing Fawn, I specialize in therapeutic coaching that blends inner child parts works and somatic therapy to guide clients through a step by step process of deep, transformative healing.

My mission is to bring awareness to how unresolved childhood trauma directly impacts our adult lives today. I strive to hold space for people on their healing journey, allowing them to feel seen, safe, and supported every step of the way.

Leslie Holt

A Child's Light

Leslie founded A Child's Light because of the loss of her daughter, Lana. She is a certified recovery specialist, certified trauma specialist, and a member of the Drug and Alcohol Council in West Chester.

A Child’s Light provides expedited mental health support for children and adolescents, ages 2-18, who have experienced severe trauma.

Following best practices and funding pre-licensed and numerous licensed therapists with trauma informed perspective and training, children receive the resources and tools to help them shift their severe trauma experiences to be a part of their past and not a part of their future.

Leslie is passionate about reaching more children—and more quickly—to help them on their journey to heal. She believes in Parent-Child Interactive Therapy, Equine Therapy, Art & Play Therapy, & Martial Arts Empowerment.

Miriah Rutledge

Marriage & Family Therapy

Miriah is the owner of Choosing Change Counseling. She believes that life is entirely relational, and that working within the context of relationships helps ensure long-term treatment success.

She works with individuals, families and couples that are working on healthy communication, divorce recovery, dating, infidelity recovery, domestic violence, self-esteem, & recovering from narcissistic or sociopathic abuse. Her approach is direct, empathetic, & empowering. She uses a combination of theories in her approach to best support her clients which include: Contextual Family Therapy & Narrative Therapy, as well as techniques from the Gottman Method, the work of Ester Perel, CBT, and Somatic Therapy.

She is also certified in personality disorder treatment to better support her clients who are recovering from narcissistic or sociopathic abuse. She also worked as an adjunct professor at Temple University.

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Marion Gaeta

Founder of the Chakra House

We believe that inner peace & happiness are the keys to wellness. How we feel on the inside impacts our physical well-being and our lives. That's why we started this journey, to help people achieve their wellness goals in a way that works for them.

As a certified Jay Shetty life coach, I am committed to guiding you through the challenges you face, helping you set and attain meaningful goals, and providing the support you need to flourish in all aspects of your life.

In addition to life coaching, I also offer the healing power of Reiki. This ancient Japanese energy healing technique can help you realign your mind, body, and spirit, promoting relaxation, stress reduction, and overall harmony. As a Master Reiki practitioner and teacher, I am dedicated to your well-being journey and finding happiness within yourself.

I am delighted to offer you a unique blend of services, aimed at empowering you to achieve your fullest potential and find balance in your life.

Cara Dixon

Founder of Growth Minded Counseling

Cara is a clinical licensed counselor in Pennsylvania, & nationally board certified (NCC). She is a successful clinical pscyhotherapist, schema therapist, EMDRIA certified therapist, and offers both in-person and telehealth services.

Growth Minded offers therapy, consultation, assessments, and affiliate services in an effort to provide multiple options for growth in order to reach maximum potential.

Cara’s approach to treatment accesses the safety & support of the therapeutic relationship, to heal and develop adaptive strategies for optimal functioning. She integrates cognitive-behavioral principles, dialectical behavioral (DBT) techniques, and mindfulness practices that are empirically supported to provide symptom relief. She also specializes in Schema therapy, a comprehensive, evidence based psychotherapy that promotes more adaptive thoughts, emotions and relationships.

Through a variety of techniques, Cara educates and empowers individuals, couples and families to flourish as they move towards their goals for growth.

We believe that anyone can embrace who they are,
can define their future, and can change the world.

Our Mission

Our organization is deeply committed to raising awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence within minority communities and aims to dismantle the associated stigmas of both shame and intimidation that victims feel. We provide comprehensive support to victims while collaborating with other domestic violence groups to include professional counseling services, access to legal advocacy, & safe shelters where they can seek refuge from abusive situations. We are dedicated to empowering survivors to break free from the cycle of violence and rebuild their lives.

Our Vision

We are incredibly passionate about empowering women and children from minority communities by educating them about their fundamental human rights. It is crucial to spread awareness that abuse is never their fault, and that emotional and verbal abuse can be just as harmful as physical and sexual abuse. Seeking support to break free from such situations should be embraced without any shame, as everyone deserves to pursue their own version of the American Dream.

Furthermore, I am dedicated to providing education about sexual abuse, as many individuals are unaware of the signs and stages of grooming and sexual molestation that can lead to further damaging experiences like sexual abuse and rape.

In addition, I am committed to raising awareness within our community about the cultural aspects related to these issues, particularly the disparities that still perpetuate gender inequality and contribute to gaps in health, education, and power within relationships. Together, we can make a positive change and build a more just and equitable society for all.

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