Meet Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver, Psy.D.
Currently Dr. Edwards-Hawver is offering limited one-on-one intensive psychotherapy sessions (90 minute sessions), one on one coaching, and hypnosis packages. To learn more about one-on-one services, click the link below:
To get on the waitlist for the upcoming virtual group: Overcoming Mom Burnout, click the link below.
To get on the waitlist for the upcoming virtual group: Parenting with a Substance Abuser, click the link below.
Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver is licensed psychologist with 25 years of experience. She graduated from Cornell University (with a Bachelor of Science with Distinction) and completed her Doctoral Degree at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. She went on to complete her APA (American Psychological Association) accredited internship at The Pennsylvania State University. After her internship she worked at The University of Scranton for five years before starting her private practice full time. Currently Dr. Edwards-Hawver is a member of PSYPACT (Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology), which allows her to practice telehealth in all APPIC-approved states. For a list of approved states click here.
Dr. Cynthia is the host of The Mama Shrink podcast where she discussed all things related to psychology, moms and parenting. You can listen to Dr. Cynthia on all major podcast platforms, including YouTube.
Dr. Edwards-Hawver has extensive expertise in eating disorders, trauma, parenting, emotional abuse, antagonistic relational dynamics, addiction, gaslighting, burnout, grief, generational trauma, Lyme Disease, Hypnosis, EFT, and EMDR. As a single mom parenting in her 50’s, she is passionate about helping moms parent at midlife with strong boundaries, self-compassion, and happiness. Most recently Dr. Cynthia is focusing on helping moms (especially mid-life moms) heal from burnout and toxic family relational issues.
Dr. Edwards-Hawver takes an eclectic approach to therapy, using psychodynamic/IFT/interpersonal/humanistic/existential therapies. She strongly believes that therapy is not “a one-size fits all” model and tailors her therapy to meet the needs of the client. Her passion is to go deep with clients, get to the core of what is causing distress, recognize patterns in behavior, and work towards growth, change, and radical acceptance. Dr. Edwards-Hawver brings her coaching certification into her work with clients, taking an active approach to therapy. Dr. Edwards-Hawver provides coaching services for those who do not have a current therapeutic diagnosis.
Dr. Edwards-Hawver has appeared as a guest expert on WVIA/PBS television and Newswatch 16. She was featured in the Scranton Times twice: once as "The New Coach in Town" and most recently discussing “Mom Burnout.” She has been a guest on many podcasts, including Word of Mom Radio and Good Girls Get Rich. She has appeared PBS and Mental Health Matters Television Shows. Additionally, she has been a featured speaker for employees of Proctor and Gamble, Prudential, Lyme Disease organizations, and the Scranton Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Edwards-Hawver was a finalist for three Sage Awards through the Scranton Chamber of Commerce.
Dr. Edwards-Hawver was drawn to the field of psychology after having heart surgery at the age of 21. Her heart was damaged due to years of suffering from Anorexia Nervosa and later abusing laxatives. She was in recovery when she was diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure. After undergoing three heart surgeries and getting a second chance at life, she made the decision to become a psychologist so she could help others suffering from eating disorders. She has been fully recovered from her eating disorder for over 30 years. After working directly with eating disorder clients for 25 years, she currently provides coaching to parents who have an eating disordered child.
Dr. Edwards-Hawver has Chronic Lyme Disease. Due to improper diagnosis, she was not diagnosed properly for two years. She understands first-hand how frustrating it can be to find physicians who are Lyme literate and the devastating physical and emotional toll chronic illness can have on your life. Due to her training and experience in trauma, she also understands how living in chronic stress can lead to the development of autoimmune disorders.
Dr. Edwards-Hawver is a single mom of two amazing boys: Thomas (12) and Lucas (10), a shelter doggie (Stella) and a bearded dragon (Buddy Bob). In her free time, she loves spending time in nature, traveling, being near water, yoga, walking, decorating, spending time with friends, learning, going for massages, and embracing spirituality. Dr. Edwards-Hawver is currently working on her forthcoming book, diligently trying to finish her book proposal. If you are interested in working with Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver or having her speak at your orgaanization, click the link below.