FAQ

Here are testimonials I’ve received from clients and colleagues in my 26 years of practice:

First from Wayne Mugrauer, former President of the Penn Foundation, written on 9/13/2012:  Karen, Jonathan and I have discussed the possibility of a  staff Education and Training role at PF. Jonathan expressed interest in this.  I think the outstanding skills he demonstrated with Trauma studies over the last couple of years are transferable to this broader context. Assuming that he and Karen and still interested, I would support a plan to create  this role on a half time basis (to be phased to a full time role next FY if that seems necessary) as soon as practical.  (I was promoted to Director of Training and Education this position on 11/7/2012.)

Second from L.M., a therapist that I supervised so that she could get licensed, written 5/30/2013:  As always, it is great to hear from you. Yes, I am looking for part time work to supplement my income. And congratulations on your new position as well. I am glad you will still be here as you are a great benefit, not only to PF but also to me. I appreciate you and know that I can always call you with my concerns. And where ever I end up, I will always keep in touch. Thank you so much for the great reference.

Third from a colleague, M.L.G. at Penn Foundation, who participated in the Trauma Treatment Project that I directed for 2 years: I just wanted to wish the very best as you journey on in your service for others! Thank you again for all the work you put into making the Trauma Training happen last year.  Going through this training gave me the confidence I needed to help others on a deeper level, And provided me with affirmation of things I was already doing, and with many other new tools.  It wouldn’t happened without you!! Blessings!

From former client PDS:  Jonathan is a joyful gift to the world – a humble, authentic expression of love. He taught me how to love and accept myself, and how to gently release expectations of myself, others, and situations. He helped me to free untrue thoughts and old conditioning. The most valuable lesson I learned was the concept of presence, and how to bring it into my daily life. He is open to new information and perspectives, as he is truly a lifelong learner. I am now a meditation teacher, and I always credit Jonathan as the one who opened the door for me, showing me the path towards my true Self.    Pamela Doehner Scott.

From former client DS (a PhD candidate):  I worked with Jonathan for a couple of months and had a very unique therapeutic experience with him.  Not only is he intuitive and kind but he sets one up on the path to enlightenment and peace. I just felt so comfortable with him, knowing he was not judging, just listening, helping and guiding.  I learnt so much from my sessions. I learnt to trust my intuition, understand my fears, challenge my thoughts and be mindful and present.  Jonathan is an enlightened man. It was a pleasure working with him.

From former client JJH (MBA, BSN, RN): One take-away of working with Jonathan has been a greater ability to return to the present moment.  Future events are uncertain, filled with promise of both danger and reward.  While those promises are only ideas in the present, the distraction or pain they cause is quite real, sometimes stronger than the events themselves.  My focus, or attention, still shifts frequently to the future and the past but my ability to recognize this shift and return to the present moment have improved through practice.  This has allowed for better decision making and overall enhanced well-being.

From former client SF (worked in the executive offices of a major retailer): My work with Jonathan began at a transitional, unsettling and challenging time. He has an uncanny ability to gently guide me away from the often unsettling, fearful, and untrue stories in my mind to a more constant, peaceful and loving place deeper within. His approach led to a very quick and effective entry to a new chapter in my life, and I continue to enjoy working with him.

From former client ML (now a practicing therapist): I met a transpersonal based psychotherapist named Jonathan, a man that has forever changed my life…I can truly say Jonathan is different; I can see it in his eyes, I can feel his aura radiating truth and authenticity, and I intuitively know that he is a vessel in which Brahman flows through. I like to call this having the “light”… He has taught me much about our true nature as consciousness itself, non-dualism, the illusory nature of “I”, the ego and its common patterns, mindfulness, and the importance of a meditation practice. Through my work with him, I finally was able to see that my purpose on this earth

From former client AP (managerial level employee in a food retailer) You have really made an amazing impact on my life and introduced me to a way of thinking, or rather, being aware of things I never knew. You’ve changed my life Jonathan, truly. Thank you for doing this for as many people as you do, you truly have a great gift.

My virtual Zoom office means that I’m available for you anywhere. I work as a coach, and/or a guide to whole brain healing and spiritual liberation for people all over the world. When you schedule an appointment, you will get a Zoom link, which becomes our virtual meeting-place. If your time zone is inconsistent with mine (for instance, you live in Asia or Australia), write to me via support@simplyawake.com and I will arrange a special time for you.

For those in my psychotherapy practice or returning to that, who want to meet locally, my office is In the United States of America, the state of Pennsylvania and town of Holicong, on Route 202/263 (where they merge for a while) in Holicong, Pennsylvania, in a group of stores and offices called Buckingham Green. The address is 4950 York Road, Suite 2C1, Holicong, PA 18928. Geographically it’s about halfway between Doylestown and New Hope, Pennsylvania in the eastern part of the state. (I welcome people more than 40 minutes from my office to schedule via Zoom if that is your preference.)

If you drive to my office, come into Buckingham Green at the Traffic light, and turn right to drive past about have the row of stores.  Here are the details:

Directions:

1. The office is on the second floor of the row of stores and offices that face Route 202.
2. You’ll find a stone archway between the Buckingham Deli and the Hush Aesthetics, to the right end of the row of stores as you face it from Route 202.
3. Come through that arch and on your right, you’ll see an enclosed area with an elevator
4. Take the elevator to the second floor.
5. Out of the elevator, turn left, and then turn right down the long corridor.
6. I am almost at the very end of the corridor on the left side by the Exit sign.
7. Follow the noise of the babbling brook to the very end of the hallway, #2C1.
8. There is no waiting area (since so many clients are on video now), so please just come up to the office as close to the exact time as possible.
9. Wait outside the door and please don’t knock.  I’ll come out to get you.

Sessions are 55 minutes long, unlike the usual therapist who works for 45-50 minutes per session. I only see five clients per day, so I can do these longer sessions.

Fees for clients are as follows:  

All clients must pay the cost of the session, or the copay, at the time they book. Refunds are made due to serious illness, family emergency or unavoidable work conflicts.

I primarily work with private pay clients.  I have a sliding scale based on total income for 2026. $200 is the lowest rate per session for any new client, except for the first paid introductory session, which is $130. Session lengths are 55 minutes. All therapy clients must attend a minimum of two sessions per month. Those looking for life coaching, or spiritual mentoring and direction must attend once per month.

Your private pay/sliding scale fees are:

• $130 for the initial consult ONLY; there is no obligation to continue if either of us doesn’t feel like we’ll make a good team.
• $150 per session with income less than $59,999 per year.
• $175 per session with income of $60,000 to $99,999 per year.
• $200 per session with income of $100,000 to $150,000 per year.
• $250 per session with income of $150,000 to $199,999 per year.
• $300 per session with income from $200,000 to $299,999 per year.
• $400 per session with incomes above $300,000 per year.

Introductory sessions are available, with no obligation to continue if we’re not a good fit. All psychotherapy clients who want to continue with ongoing work MUST attend weekly for four weeks and then at least biweekly until major issues are resolved. That’s so I can remember you and where you are in your process. You can discontinue at any time, at your choice or by mutual agreement. 

As of 3/25/2026, I am accepting a limited number of new insurance clients who have Aetna, Meritain and CoreSource (sometimes called Luminaire Health) insurance. I also accept Medicare (but don’t accept Medicaid, and don’t work with those under 55 on Medicare due to long-term disability.)  Otherwise, I only accept private pay clients.

If you are an existing client using insurance, I bill electronically for the balance due after you’ve paid the copay or deductible. Please pay the deductible or copay at the time you book the appointment via my website. See the “Book Now” tab for details.

Please call me at 267-454-8034 to have a brief chat on the phone.

Then you can go to this link to set up a therapy session: https://www.simplyawake.com/product/individual-therapy/

where you can choose the date and time of your first (and any future) appointment and pay the private pay fee or insurance co-pay to book that.

If you’re a spiritual mentoring client, use this link instead:

https://www.simplyawake.com/product/individual-spiritual-mentoring/

Give me 24 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Without that notice, you will be charged the full appointment fee (that means if you have insurance, what the total would be if insurance pays me plus what you pay me for the copay). If you are able to reschedule within the same week, I will waive any cancellation fee. Otherwise the policy stands.

There are three exceptions: you are suddenly ill and incapacitated, there is a family emergency, or there is a death in the family. Inclement weather issues can be settled by doing sessions online, otherwise the above cancellation fees apply.

I work with individual men and women. I don’t work with couples.

I ask a lot of questions, not just ‘How do you feel?’ I teach mindfulness, meditation, breathwork for relaxation, how to pay attention to your body, how to notice and talk about feelings, reframing history, challenging your thoughts, and many other things. There’s a lot of dialog, and I offer emotional and practical suggestions. My commitment is to work with you for as long as you need me, unless we determine you need specialty care in an area in which I’m not an expert..

I offer suggested assignments at the end of sessions to carry the work out of the office and into your life.
Just talking about your distress doesn’t change it, though it’s a relief to tell someone, finally. Whatever we talk about in a session is used to create some suggested action or practice at home.

Although it might be scary to walk into my office for the first time, you’ll discover that it’s worth it. Your life will change for the better as much as you’re willing to work at it.

Also, I ask clients to make a commitment to themselves, to show up in the office or online regularly, to be respectful, to challenge me if I get you ‘wrong,’ and to keep going even when it’s emotionally tough.

I’m here to create a team of two with you to help you get through the tough times. I even offer emergency phone calls of up to 10 minutes for free if there’s a real crisis.

I use psychodynamic psychotherapy (looking at how your history has affected your current behavioral and emotional life), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to help you learn to challenge untruthful thoughts and the distress they cause, some very basic Somatic Experiencing, mindfulness practice, and meditation. For transpersonal therapy, I take notes. For Liberation Guidance, I take no notes.

I also use the therapeutic lens of “What happened to you?” instead of “What’s wrong with you?” This lens moves everything from stigma and judgment to understanding and compassion.

Oh, gadzooks, go look at my ‘About’ page. I don’t want to repeat all of that here. I’m 70 years old, have 32 years of experience working directly in a healing capacity, and 25 years as a therapist.

The office is comfortable, with armchairs and side tables, like a small living room.

Tea is always available in cool weather and cool water in warm weather.

Wear comfortable clothing but not your pajamas and slippers. Keep those for home.

I’ll be dressed professionally but will be wearing sandals as soon as it’s warm enough. I hate shoes.

I love both dogs and cats and, until recently, had a wonderful dog named Maya. Unfortunately, since people have allergies, I don’t have pets in the office.

I work with entrepreneurs, real estate developers, PhDs, plumbers, carpenters, electricians, painters, scientists, computer geeks, nurses, doctors, other therapists, and almost any other profession you can think of. I’ve had no trouble relating to and helping anyone in any profession, and can adapt to the way you use language. That’s part of the fun of working with many different clients! Unfortunately, my high school and college French has grown rusty, so I only speak English.

I’ve been pursuing spiritual transformation since I was 15. That’s 55 years now. While there is plenty of background in the mystical and esoteric, I only use it in our work if you’re comfortable with those topics and want to know more. I’ve studied Judaism, evangelical Christianity, Yoga, Hinduism, and some Buddhism and would describe my spiritual identity as “awake.”