Our team

Alex is a clinician who has experience working with populations of all ages. He has been a full-time Clinical Supervisor at an addiction treatment facility since receiving his Master of Social Work degree from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 2021. He spent the previous 7 years working with at-risk youth. He loves to facilitate group and individual therapy and continues to enjoy working with our youth. Alex also has experience with substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, family systems, family therapy, eating disorders, CBT, DBT, OCD, intellectual disabilities, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, ODD, ADHD/ADD, and crisis intervention. He primarily uses strengths-based CBT to empower and motivate clients throughout the therapeutic process. He enjoys the outdoors, reading, exercising, and spending time with his family.

Alicia E. Sewald-Cisneros, MA, LPC, CCTP, NCC

After many years in the field of education as a teacher, Ms. Alicia gained an appreciation for the potential that children of all ages can bring to the world. She earned her master’s degree in Counseling specializing in Family Therapy. Since then, she has enjoyed being creative as a counselor for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. She is a natural systems-thinker and bases her therapeutic interventions primarily on Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Energy Freedom Techniques, among others. In her approach, she meets clients where they are and builds a therapeutic alliance that is collaborative, strengths-based and trauma-informed. She has helped clients suffering with symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD and bipolar disorder, and individuals with suicidal ideation and a variety of acculturation and relational issues. She also has experience working with teen mothers and post-partum depression. Ms. Alicia is bilingual in Spanish and English, and is LBGTQI-affirming.

Alison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the field for over twenty years. The focus of her therapeutic approach is supporting and encouraging people through their life experiences in a strength-based and useful way.
She earned her Masters in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh in 2000. She accomplished this after a successful, first career in sales and management. After graduating with her Masters, Alison was licensed as an LCSW and spent thirteen years working for Gateway Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation, where she worked in every Outpatient level of care. For five of those years, she was the Clinical Manager for one of Gateway’s Outpatient sites.
Alison was with Associates in Clinical Psychiatry for five years before joining Cranberry Psychological Center. She treats adults over twenty years old. Alison works with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, bereavement, dissociative disorders, trauma, PTSD, parenting challenges, self-esteem development, and self-sabotage difficulties. She also sees LGBTQ+ clients, clients seeking business/career advancement, and clients who are adapting to new ways of living following remission from an addiction. Her approach uses Mindfulness, Strength-based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Alison helps clients to attain their objectives through working to clarify life challenges and transforming those challenges into positive, client-defined outcomes.

Aryn is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree from Alvernia University, specializing in addiction and mental health. She works with individuals and couples over the age of 18, creating a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.
With a strong belief that every person’s story matters, Aryn takes a personalized approach to therapy, tailoring each treatment plan to fit the unique needs of her clients. She integrates a range of therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy, among others. This holistic and flexible approach allows Aryn to work with clients on a variety of concerns, such as addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, PTSD, stress management, and more.
Aryn’s approach is rooted in empathy, patience, and a commitment to walking alongside her clients on their healing journey. She understands that reaching out for help can be a vulnerable step, and she is honored to join her clients with grace, respect, and dedication to fostering long-term well-being.

Ashley Santoro, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across a range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Her clinical interests include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, adjustment-related stress, and family dynamics. Ashley utilizes evidence-based interventions and a collaborative therapeutic approach to help clients build insight, develop coping skills, and improve overall functioning. She values professionalism, ethical care, and individualized treatment planning.

Ashton is a Licensed Social Worker who received his Master’s from the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work specializing in Mental Health. Ashton has worked in a variety of clinical settings from addiction services to counseling at the University Counseling Center. While at the Counseling Center, Ashton found his passion for working with teenagers and adults entering new phases of life, experiencing mental illness, and navigating identity and purpose in light of change. Ashton is an ally of the LGBTQIA+ population. Ashton creates a warm, collaborative, and accepting environment for clients to safely explore. Ashton takes a holistic approach to working with his clients, recognizing their strengths and collaborating with each client to build on their unique capacity to heal and flourish. By incorporating elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and mindfulness into his work, Ashton helps clients build skills to help with symptom relief while developing insight for ongoing growth.

In his personal time, Ashton is an avid climber, cyclist, and traveler. Having previously worked as a researcher in the environmental sciences, Ashton combines his love of nature, adventure, and the outdoors into his practice. Ashton believes play, creativity, exploration, and connecting with nature are innate human needs that intertwine with our well-being. Ashton also belongs to two cats and a host of house plants.

Ashton Huff is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) and a board-certified National Certified Counselor (NCC). Ashton earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Slippery Rock University. Ashton has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in school and outpatient settings. She offers individual counseling services to clients struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, recovery/addiction and overall general mental health concerns. She practices from an integrative approach and utilizes interventions from person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and reality therapy/choice theory. Ashton believes that clients are the experts of their experience. Therefore, she encourages collaboration and trust in the counseling relationship. She aims to create a safe environment where transparency, respect, and humor are utilized to help clients reach their goals. In her free time, Ashton enjoys reading, trying new foods, and spending time with friends, family, and her dog.

Barb Juliussen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, experienced in working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, grief and other issues interfering with living a satisfying and fulfilling life. Also experienced in family and marital therapy, she has helped couples identify barriers to effective communication and succeed in re-establishing an intimate relationship/partnership. Barb has had in-depth experience in assisting individuals explore career paths that complement their personal gifts and goals. She is a Master Trainer of the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and has done consulting work on organization and leadership development.

Barb holds a Masters of Education in Counseling from the University of Pittsburgh where she obtained her licensure as a professional counselor and then worked as a counselor there for 17 years. She obtained her Masters of Teaching degree from The Ohio State University. Utilizing her certification as a Nationally Certified Career Counselor, Barb has done distance career coaching for the University of Phoenix and Modern Guild.

Barb has enjoyed her volunteer work with the Junior League of Pittsburgh and participated in launching the Transplant Recipients International Organization (TRIO), a support group for transplant patients and their families.

Marie is a licensed psychotherapist with a Master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a BA degree in Theology and a Secondary Teaching of English from Seton Hill College. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers.

Marie provides individual therapy to clients ages 21 and up for a variety of issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive/compulsive disorder, depression, phobias and adjustment issues. She also provides education for coping skills, parenting skills, anger management and meditation techniques.

Brittany is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who received her master’s degree at Seton Hill University. She is experienced in working with adults, children, couples, and families in a variety of settings including intensive in-home family therapy. She specializes in helping her clients overcome/manage anxiety, depression, Bipolar, trauma/PTSD and ADHD. She utilizes a structural therapy approach when working with clients along with cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and trauma focused cognitive behavioral for children as young as 5. Her hope is to assist clients in identifying their internal struggles and increasing their ability to make more informed choices for themselves so they can achieve their best sense of self.

Brittany is a licensed professional counselor, experienced in working with various mood disorders, personality disorders, and addiction in a variety of settings, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and crisis management. Brittany uses motivational interviewing and an eclectic model of therapy that is both person-centered and non-judgmental. Brittany has experience with other modalities that include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness. Brittany works with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Brittany believes that it is important to meet you where you are and work collectively to evoke positive change. Brittany is a native Pittsburgher having earned her Masters from Chatham University, and her Bachelor’s degree from Washington & Jefferson College.

Carolyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her graduate and undergraduate degrees at Duquesne University. She provides psycho-educational insight, therapeutic techniques, and coping skills in the areas of, anxiety, anger, depression, and grief. Carolyn has strong therapeutic skills in group therapy, individual adult male and female counseling, couples and marriage counseling, and anger management. She offers patients the option of faith-informed and/or Christian faith-based counseling, using an integrative clinical and therapeutic approach. Carolyn's therapeutic approach is person-centered. She provides clinical guidance to support the patient's expectations for counseling
treatment. Carolyn provides direction to support patients in managing their experienced symptoms and strengthening patient empowerment for emotional balance.

Carolyn has completed all 3 levels of teaching in the Gottman Therapeutic Methods, a research-based approach to marriage and couples counseling.. She is EMDR trained. Carolyn has served as a clinical adjunct instructor at Penn State University, teaching non-violent communication and cultural competency continuing education courses. She has advocated on advisory boards in Beaver County, strengthening consumers' rights and resources. Carolyn facilitates clinical workshops as part of her community outreach.

She enjoys exploring new coffee shops, reading books of different literary genres, playing pickleball, karaoke, painting, biking, and spending time with family and friends

Chelsea is a licensed professional counselor who earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Slippery Rock University in 2014 and Master of Science degree from California University of PA in 2016. Chelsea provides individual and family therapy to clients ages 6 and up, and has experience working in a variety of settings, which include in-home mobile therapy and behavioral consulting, partial hospitalization programs, and private practice.

Chelsea’s treatment style is primarily client-centered and emphasizes cognitive behavioral and mindfulness components. She further tailors her approach by utilizing multiple modalities in order to engage her clients and provide the treatment that best suits their immediate needs and individual goals. She is a strong believer in the impact that a warm and trusting therapeutic environment can have on the process. Chelsea has adopted the mindset that her role is to work alongside her client, meeting them exactly where they are in the current moment, to promote and enhance the client’s ability to reflect and gather personal insight.

Christie Sylvester completed her psychiatry training through Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic/ University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and is double board certified in Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She completed additional training in Academic Administration and Education, Women’s Mental Health, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related conditions. She is a certified provider in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD. Over the past several years she has worked as an outpatient psychiatrist through Allegheny Health Network where she continues to see children, adolescents, and adults, teach residents, and provide clinical supervision. She provides medication management and psychotherapy and often recommends lifestyle modifications and complimentary approaches when appropriate. She prefers to see children, adolescents and transitional age youth struggling with anxiety, OCD, eating disorders or mood concerns. She is available for both in person and virtual sessions and tailors her approach to each individual and family. She lives in Harmony with her husband, four young children and cat. She enjoys being outdoors (at least ¾ of the year), coffee, puzzles, and mystery movies.

Christina Roessler is a Licensed Social Worker who earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Slippery Rock University and her Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. She specializes in working with children and adolescents ages 5 to 25 who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, family dynamics, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, anger management, and trauma.
Christina brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, combining empathy with evidence-based practices. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused techniques, and psychoeducation to support clients in building resilience, fostering emotional growth, and developing effective coping strategies.
Her therapeutic work is grounded in the belief that a safe, supportive environment empowers young people to find their voice and take meaningful steps toward well-being. Christina values collaboration with both clients and their families, aiming to promote positive change and long-term success.
Outside of her professional work, Christina is deeply passionate about mental health advocacy. She finds inspiration in creative pursuits and prioritizes personal growth to remain energized and grounded in her mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves.

Christine Pundyk, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, earned a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree in Clinical Psychology, at Adler University in Chicago, IL. She subsequently completed a post-doctoral fellowship at WVU School of Medicine specializing in Health Psychology, focusing on pre-surgical psychological evaluations for both bariatric and chronic pain patients to determine appropriateness for different types of surgeries. Dr. Pundyk specializes in the treatment of various chronic pain conditions, depression, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, chronic stress, and individuals self-managing various medical illnesses. She enjoys working with patients to promote their health and wellness by guiding them to live more consistently toward their values. Whether it be a major lifestyle/habit change (ie. physical activity, dietary habits, weight management, sleep) or the self-management of a new medical diagnosis or ongoing health issues, she works with patients to find practical skills and tools that fit their needs and life context with the primary goal of helping them improve their overall quality of life and sense of well-being. Dr. Pundyk delivers evidence-based practices, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, typically incorporating relaxation/breathing strategies and teaching of mindfulness skills. She offers additional services in the areas of comprehensive and individualized psychological testing, various pre-surgical psychological evaluations, supportive individual therapy as well as group therapy.

Patrick Williams is a licensed psychologist engaged in the general practice of psychotherapy with individuals and couples for over 45 years. His education includes doctorate and master’s degrees from Duquesne University, a master’s of divinity from Duke University, and bachelor of science in psychology from the University of South Carolina. Dr. William’s approach may be characterized as depthful and reflective, aiming at a greater understanding of oneself, and at learning to relate effectively with others and one's "life-world." Dr. Williams believes seeing things differently is essential for solving the issues that bring us to counseling.

Dani Chen grew up in the Pittsburgh area and attended Chatham University,
graduating with a BA in Psychology. Dani has extensive experience in the
mental health and social service fields that spans across 30 years, 4 states
and diverse settings that include state agencies, hospitals, community
mental health centers and private group practice. In 2008, she graduated
from Nyack College in New York with a master's in mental health counseling.
Dani is a strengths-based, trauma-informed, client centered psychotherapist
who is skilled in facilitating individual, group and couple's therapy. Utilizing
evidence-based approaches such as acceptance & commitment therapy,
motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy, Dani believes
in meeting clients where they are and feels honored to be part of the clients
journey towards health, stability and well-being. She has experience assisting
adults dealing with trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship
difficulties, transitions (divorce, empty nest, change of career) and the
substance abuse of a loved one. Helping people identify their strengths,
gain insight and apply this insight to make effective change has been very
rewarding for Dani. Faith-based counseling is available to clients at their
request.
As a couples therapist, Dani uses the Gottman method along with Imago
therapy to assist in developing healthier connections in their relationships
and effective communication. Dani has worked with couples in crisis due
to infidelity, couples struggling with addiction and mental health issues of
their children as well as couples dealing with aging issues of their parents.
Dani enjoys fitness, cooking, traveling and her work as a foster parent for
dogs in need.

Darelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a certificate in Integrated Healthcare, she also holds a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology from Georgia Tech. During her social work career, she's worked in an acute medical setting with trauma and cardiothoracic transplant patients, in outpatient mental health, and in community-based organizations. She's passionate about the intersection of mental health with athletics and working with teens and young adults. Through strengths-based, solution-focused practice, Darelle works with each individual to build a unique treatment plan to help them grow and build confidence in themselves, address personal challenges, and achieve their goals.

Darla Manz is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience in addiction/recovery, relationship issues, and codependency, as well as mental health concerns of depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, and anger management. She enjoys working with teens and adults of all ages. As a psychotherapist witnessing growth and change in individuals, couples, and families, she has never tired of the psychotherapeutic process.

She has a Masters in Counselor Education from the University of Pittsburgh and has worked with children/adolescents/families in Lutheran Youth and Family Services. She has helped both adolescents and adults address addiction and co-existing issues in multiple organizations, including Abraxas, Mercy, and St Francis Drug and Alcohol Services. Darla has also assisted many employees with work related concerns and work/life balance through UPMC’s Employee Assistance Program.

Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field ranging from case management, outpatient therapy, and family therapy. Scott sees both individuals ages 21 to 65 and couples of all ages. Scott has extensive experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy and utilizes Attachment Theory to assess a client's relationship patterns, emotional regulation, and interpersonal challenges. If desired, he uses faith-based principles in therapy emphasizing renewal of the individual and believes it is always possible.
Scott has experience treating Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar and other depressive Disorders, PTSD and other trauma disorders, ADHD, and assisting clients through grief. He works with individuals on developing assertive communication skills, eliminating negative thought patterns, and relational strengthening. He believes that effective communication between couples is crucial to support healthy relationships and believes that acceptance and forgiveness is essential to personal healing.

Desilee Smith is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and nationally certified counselor (NCC). She graduated from Geneva college with a Master's degree in counseling, and is currently working to achieve additional certification through the American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) as a Certified Sex Therapist (CST). Desilee provides individual and couples psychotherapy services to clients aged 15 through adult. Her approach is non-judgmental and empathic. She has experience treating a variety of mental health issues, situational strains and emotional struggles including anxiety, grief, sexual addiction, partners dealing with sexual addiction, infertility, communication skills, parenting challenges, work related stress, conflict resolutions, life transitions and self-care.

Dr. Cheria Jackson is a Licensed Professional Counselor who obtained her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology from LaSalle University, and obtained her Doctor of Philosophy degree at Duquesne University in the Counselor Education and Supervision. She has experience working in a variety of settings including acute inpatient, residential and outpatient facilities, delivering individual and group therapy to diverse populations of clients ranging from school aged to older adults. Cheria utilizes the foundations of cognitive therapy, humanistic therapy, and wellness and strengths-based approaches. She has special interests in anxiety, depression, trauma and crisis
counseling, bereavement, college counseling, addiction counseling, identity development, multicultural counseling, and professional advocacy.
Cheria is passionate about the wellness of underserved populations as demonstrated
through education, advocacy, and clinical service on a personal and professional level.
She believes in supporting clients in their lives from surviving to thriving, fostering, emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing toward empowerment and healing.

Wade Wolowiec, DO is a board eligible psychiatrist. I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University. I then attended the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating in 2017. I continued my training in psychiatry at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. My office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Our office is handicap accessible and has ample parking. I perform psychiatric evaluations and maintenance pharmacotherapy for adults (18 and older) needing treatment for a wide range of psychiatric conditions. During an initial 60 minute visit, a comprehensive review of individual psychiatric and medical history is completed, including the events and symptoms leading an individual to seek psychiatric care.

Elizabeth is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience. She has worked in residential treatment centers, school-based settings, and outpatient agencies. Elizabeth earned her master’s degree from Marshall University and specializes in working with adolescents and adults. Her professional experience encompasses trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
Elizabeth is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an integrative approach designed to address a variety of concerns. Her other therapeutic training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Ego State Work.
Elizabeth's goal is to help individuals understand and resolve the effects of trauma and adversity to foster wellness in the present. She values the therapeutic relationship and believes that clients thrive in an environment where they feel supported, recognized, and valued. Elizabeth is committed to creating a safe space for her clients by bringing empathy, compassion, authenticity, humor, and acceptance to the therapeutic process.

Elizabeth is a board certified psychiatrist and native Pittsburgher. She is so honored by the opportunity to care for patients age 18 and older within the greater Pittsburgh area. Dr. Fourcade received her undergraduate degree from Yale University, cum laude. She then went on to medical school at Case Western Reserve University, followed by residency at Stony Brook University Hospital. She returned to Pittsburgh, where she worked at Allegheny Health Network (AHN) as a staff psychiatrist in several areas of psychiatry, including the outpatient, inpatient, and consult-liaison services. She received an academic appointment as an Adjunct Clinical Instructor of Internal Medicine/Psychiatry at Lake Erie College of Medicine, and continues to serve as a lecturer and preceptor for the AHN psychiatry residency program. Dr. Fourcade is a staff psychiatrist with admitting privileges at Forbes Hospital (AHN).

Emily is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced with many evidenced-based practices including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Training.

She obtained a Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh in 2009 and has spent more than ten years working in the behavioral healthcare field. Throughout this time, Emily has gained experience working with the criminal justice population, the dual diagnosis population, and adolescents. She currently works with individuals ages 5 and up and especially enjoys working with individuals 65 and older. Emily enjoys assisting clients in building lives worth living for themselves, in any stage and at any age.

When not at work she spends time hiking, paddle boarding with her family, and volunteering for programs like Girls on the Run and Urban Impact.

Erica is a dually certified PA School Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor and has been working in the mental health and school counseling fields since 2008. She earned her master’s degree from Chatham University in Counseling Psychology. Erica has extensive experience working in both public and private education settings as well as private practice. She specializes in school-based issues, executive functioning, ADHD and anxiety management, parenting support, stress management, and women’s issues. She particularly enjoys working with teens, young adults, and mothers. Her therapeutic approach includes solution focused therapy strategies and CBT. Erica sees a strong therapeutic relationship, empathy, and integrity as key agents to helping her clients reach their goals.

Hannah Buckley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a board certified National Certified Counselor (NCC) who graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2020 with her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Prior to joining CPC, Hannah worked as a school- based mental health therapist for a Pennsylvania school district where she provided services for students in grades K-12. Hannah's treatment style is primarily person- centered, while integrating more directive modalities such as CBT, Reality Therapy, and Solution Focused tailored to each clients' individual needs. More than anything, Hannah strives to create a space that is warm, empathetic, collaborative, and safe because that is where she believes change can occur and emotional health is obtained. Hannah is also excited to be working toward her certification in Child- Centered Play Therapy and is accepting clients for this treatment. Hannah is also accepting clients of any age who may be struggling with (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, communication skills, grief, family issues, women's issues, and life transitions. Hannah is a new mom who enjoys spending time with her family, taking her dog on a walk, and watching movies in her spare time.

Dr. Fourcade provides specialized care to individuals suffering from behavioral health issues. He performs psychiatric evaluations and maintenance pharmacotherapy for adults (18 and older) needing treatment for a
wide range of psychiatric conditions including, but not limited to, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and attention deficit disorder.

Jalen Byrd is a dedicated mental health professional with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families move through life’s challenges with clarity, support, and a renewed sense of purpose. He earned his Master of Arts in Counseling with a concentration in Marriage and Family Counseling from Geneva College in 2020, and his practice has spanned a wide range of settings including outpatient therapy, inpatient treatment, schools, and community-based programs.

Jalen’s therapeutic approach is relational, grounded, and compassionate. He tailors treatment to meet each person where they are, using a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, family systems theory, and client-centered therapy. He believes deeply in honoring the unique strengths, identities, and goals of each client, and creates a space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to take the next steps in your healing journey.

In addition to working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, Jalen has extensive experience supporting clients navigating substance use and recovery. His background includes inpatient counseling roles working closely with adults struggling with addiction, helping them identify triggers, rebuild self-worth, and develop healthier coping strategies in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment.

Jalen works with clients across the lifespan, from children and teens to adults and families, always with a focus on building trust and fostering meaningful, lasting change.

James Saylor, a licensed clinical social worker, specializing in individual, marital and family therapy. He uses many different approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He provides faith-based counseling, as well. James treats children as young as 6 years and all adult ages. He has worked in outpatient and partial hospitalization clinics as well as inpatient psychiatric hospitals. James earned his Bachelor of Arts from Thiel college in 1982, and a Master’s in social Work from the University of Pittsburgh in 1987. Providing counseling for a wide variety of mental health issues over the past 29 years of experience, James became PA Licensed Social worker in 1990 and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2010.

“My greatest reward as the clinical director at Cranberry Psychological Center is the opportunity to work amongst a truly dedicated, compassionate, non-judgmental, and highly-talented staff who share such strong values in relation to helping our clients successfully reach their goals. I know this is the fundamental reason why CPC has been successfully serving the Greater Pittsburgh area for so many years. My greatest reward as a psychotherapist is the opportunity, on a daily basis, to be a part of and witness positive change and growth in my clients, allowing them to attain a heightened sense of well-being and more hope for the future while enhancing their relationships with others”

James Shamlin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, experienced in working with a wide array of mental health, addictions, and relationship concerns. He uses a wide variety of approaches to help his clients, based on their individual needs including, but far from limited to Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Christian Counseling and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Personal interests include a strong passion for helping rescue animals and supporting local shelters.

James T. O’Neil, LPC, NCC, earned his degree from Slippery Rock University and is a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience helping adults navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, and substance use disorders. His background in the U.S. Army and EMS provides valuable insight into the unique experiences of first responders and veterans.
James uses evidence-based approaches, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help clients build on their strengths, reframe unhelpful thought patterns, and develop effective coping strategies. He prioritizes a strong therapeutic relationship, fostering a supportive and trusting environment where clients feel heard and understood.
He is committed to providing collaborative, goal-oriented care that empowers clients to manage their mental health and create meaningful, lasting change.

Jannette Travali is a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist, Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, she provides Individualized, Integrative Care. Regardless of age/family situation, she sees individuals with a broad range of physiological, psychological & socio-cultural concerns that separate us from healthy, integrated relationships (mind, body, spirit/soul, food & movement) internally & with others. With more true connection, awareness, and acceptance/understanding, we process ways to change &/or maintain.

Focus Areas Include: DISORDERED EATING SPECTRUM (Anorexia, Orthorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Atypical Eating Disorders, AFRAID, Body Image Distortion) LIFE TRANSITIONS * SAFETY * RELATIONSHIPS * IDENTITY (PTSD, Trauma, Acute Abuse, Bullying, Self-Harm, Suicidality, Grief, LGBTQ+, Relationships) UNDERLYING MOOD DISORDERS (Anxiety, OCD, Depression, Bipolar) MEDICAL COMPONENTS (Food Allergies/Autoimmune/Metabolic &/or Hormonal Issues. etc).

Jannette uses an Integrative, Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive/Narrative (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, EMDR, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Blended Nutrition Therapy –Focusing on Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy (as needed).

Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs.

Jayne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work in Direct Practice Mental Health. This is where she also earned a B.A. in Psychology and Social Science. Throughout the years, her career in mental health includes working in community based family therapy, outpatient mental health and private practice.
While working at a nonprofit recovery and wellness center she had the opportunity to apply for a SEED grant that was awarded to the nonprofit. This was for the development of a holistic program for individuals living with chronic mental illness as they transitioned from inpatient hospitalization back to their home communities.
Javne uses a solution-focused and strenath-based approach. The goal is to provide a supportive space to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating.
While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. By applying integrative complementary therapy approaches and techniques based on your individual need, we will unearth longstanding behavior patterns or negatives perceptions that may be holding you back from living a more meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we can work together in collaboration to help you achieve your goals.
Treatment modalities include but not limited to CBT, DBT, ERP, SFBT, Mindfulness and Relaxation/Deep Breathing Techniques.
Some of her personal interests include spending time kayaking, hiking and volunteering.

Jeff Stewart is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He has over 20 years of experience working with a wide range of issues impacting people’s lives. Holding both a Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Science and a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling brings a unique perspective to his therapeutic approach. He is board certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors and has specialized training in substance use disorders, anxiety and other mood disorders, suicidality, trauma, anger management, and other areas of counseling specialty.

Jeff works primarily with adults, age 18 and throughout the life span, both individually and as couples. His counseling perspective is Person-Centered, working to meet you where you are in life and helping to identify and work towards your goals with the therapy process. He has an integrated approach to the Person-Centered perspective, utilizing skills from various evidence based therapeutic theories to best meet your needs.

Jenna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who received her masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Jenna has previous work experience working with children, adolescents and adult aged clients in the home, school and outpatient setting. Jenna works with ages 5-30 at the cranberry office location providing individual and family therapy for clients struggling with ADHD, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, communication skills, self-esteem, school-related stressors, and other behavioral issues. Utilizing a person-centered approach, Jenna believes that creating a trusting and nonjudgmental environment can be a key component for success in therapy. Jenna also includes cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral and solution focused techniques in therapy sessions.

Jessica Abraham is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who earned her Masters Degree in School Counseling from Edinboro University. Jessica has eighteen years’ experience in the public school system, working as both a teacher and school counselor. Jessica works with clients ages 5-25 at our Cranberry location, providing individual and family therapy for clients struggling with ADHD, anger management, communication and conflict resolution skills, depression, grief, school-related stressors, social skills, and other behavioral health concerns. She utilizes a client-centered approach designed to empower each client, which incorporates skills from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and solution-focused therapy.

Jessica is a licensed professional counselor and National Certified Counselor who earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University in North Carolina. Jessica gained important experience working in an acute inpatient setting with children and adolescents. She provides services to children, adolescents, and adults with diagnosis of anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD and personality disorders. Jessica has experience working with childhood and acute trauma, and utilizes a trauma informed therapeutic approach. She uses aspects of CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing in working with clients. Jessica’s goal is to utilize a collaborative and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship in order to help clients meet their goals and live happier, healthier lives.

Joe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's
degree from Adelphi University in New York, obtaining
his degree after retiring from 26 years in law
enforcement. He is also a U.S. Army Commissioned
Officer veteran. Joe is experienced in working with a
wide array of mental health, addictions, couples and
family concerns. He believes in client-centered treatment
while using various evidence- based practices that
include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational
Interviewing and the Gottman Couples Therapy Method.
He is also a Certified First Responder Counselor, one of
only two in the state of Pennsylvania.
Joe's passion is working with each client to provide
individualized treatment and offer a comfortable,
non-judgmental environment to promote self-care and
positive change.

Dr. Jorge Lindenbaum is a native of Argentina where he obtained his medial degree from the University of Buenos Aires. He completed his post graduate studies as an intern at Altoona General Hospital, in Altoona, PA. and then began a three-year residency in Internal Medicine at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. Pursuing further post graduate training, he completed a two-year fellowship program in hypertension and clinical pharmacology at the University of Pittsburgh. In 1979 he began his private practice in internal Medicine and later joined the UPMC faculty to continue to teach medical, nursing, physician assistant and pharmacy students.

Dr. Lindenbaum brings years of experience and a real passion for helping his patients improve their health. He has amassed extensive experience in treating mental health disorders over the course of his career, especially in the areas of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar and ADHD. His treatment philosophy begins with building a good patient/physician relationship which is crucial for success. With expertise in pharmacological assessment and intervention, he knows that finding the right medication can make a huge different for patients.
On weekends he enjoys attending jazz concerts, following Argentine futbol, and relaxing with family and friends. He is also fluent in Spanish and Italian.

Joseph O’Neil is a licensed professional counselor who has received his Master’s degree at Slippery Rock University in Clinical Mental Health specializing in Addiction. He has experience working with a wide range of individuals such as family, youth, sex offenders, addiction, trauma and adolescents in mental health. He has worked in multiple levels of care ranging from intensive outpatient to inpatient rehabilitation centers. Joseph has six years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in long-term residential care. His therapeutic approach is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and developing a therapeutic alliance by providing a non-judgmental atmosphere. Joseph works with a client to build motivation and confidence to advance through stages of change.

Julie Pomerleau is a licensed psychologist who joined Cranberry Psychological Center in 2022. After completing her Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Vincent College, she went on to study at Bowling Green State University, earning her Master of Arts degree and Doctor of Philosophy degree in Clinical Psychology. She completed her internship at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit, MI, where she gained experience working in trauma-focused, inpatient, and outpatient treatment settings. Dr. Pomerleau has also worked in community mental health, university clinic, and private practice settings providing individual therapy and psychological assessment. She is experienced in conducting psychological assessments of children and adults with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, learning and intellectual disabilities, and mood/anxiety disorders. She also provides individual therapy for adolescents and adults. Drawing from mindfulness-based and cognitive-behavioral approaches, she enjoys collaborating with individuals to identify their unique strengths and develop goals for therapy. Her personal interests include hiking and camping, traveling to experience new places and cultures, and spending time with her family, friends and pets.

Kat is a Licensed Social Worker who earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh and her BSW from West Virginia University. Throughout her career she has also worked in the public school system, community non-profit organizations, integrated healthcare, violence prevention research, and substance use treatment. She is passionate about providing neurodivergent affirming, LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, and antiracist services. While she sees clients of all ages, walks of life, and neurotypes she also specializes in seeing neurodivergent people, teens and young adults, physicians, healthcare workers, and others in the helping professions. Kat takes a warm and casual approach with her clients, believing in the power of the therapeutic relationship to create space for healing and change. She utilizes a person-centered and strengths-based approach in her practice and draws from different modalities including EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy - depending on the client’s needs.

Outside of work, Kat spends her free time baking, taking care of her cats, doing yoga, making candles, kayaking, and otherwise enjoying the outdoors."

Kayli Ezzo (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about LGBQIA+ and gender affirming care. She provides individual therapy to clients ages 16–65+ and is committed to creating an inclusive space for all to explore and embrace their best self. Kayli’s other focus areas include anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement, life phase stressors, and newly diagnosed and chronic disease. In addition to her outpatient therapy experience, Kayli has worked with all ages in both medical and psychiatric hospitals. Her therapeutic style is nonjudgmental and collaborative. Kayli encourages a person-centered treatment approach anchored by evidence-based practices including–but not limited to–CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, and mindfulness. She completed her education with honors at Allegheny College (BA) and Youngstown State University (MSW).

Kelli C. Miller, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and Connecticut. After
completing her Bachelor of Arts degree in Experimental Psychology (2004) at the University of
South Carolina, she attended the University of Tennessee, completing her Master of Science
degree in Educational Psychology (2011) and Doctor of Philosophy degree in School Psychology
(2013). She completed her postdoctoral training at the Center for Neurobehavioral Health at
the State University of New York, Plattsburgh. In such settings, Dr. Miller gained experience
working in community- and university-based clinics. She has expertise in the clinical and
business development of a community-based clinic at the Forman School, an independent
boarding school for secondary students diagnosed with ADHD and learning disorders in
Litchfield, Connecticut, where she practiced for over a decade. As such, Dr. Miller is
experienced in conducting psychological assessments of children and adults with ADHD,
learning and intellectual disabilities, and mood/anxiety disorders. Her personal interests include
spending time with family and friends, travel, reading, cooking, and music.

Kelly Kazsimer, a licensed professional counselor, specializes in depression and anxiety in adolescents and adults, offering individual therapy to clients ages 13 and up. She has experience helping clients cope with chronic health conditions, mood disorder, self-harm, OCD, attention deficit disorder, and also partners with professionals and area schools to help parents advocate for 504 plans and IEP accommodations. Kelly also enjoys working with clients to maintain positive family dynamics. Her approach is Cognitive/Behavioral while she has also been trained in EMDR

Kelsea graduated from Slippery Rock University with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a focus in addictions. Kelsea typically works with clients ages 12-65. She has experience working with co-occurring disorders, substance abuse, and a variety of mental health concerns that include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, stress management, self-esteem, and women’s issues. Kelsea specializes in incorporating mindfulness techniques and the education and practice of healthy boundaries to treat a person in a holistic manner. In her spare time, Kelsea enjoys baking, gardening, and hiking.

Kendra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Professional, who prides herself on developing authentic and meaningful relationships with clients. As a practitioner, she includes components of neuroscience and nervous system regulation into various treatment modalities to create unique and therapeutic experiences. She enjoys working with a wide variety of clients, including children (3+) and adolescents, in achieving long-lasting personal growth. Her treatment areas of expertise include trauma, behavior modification, family challenges, emotional regulation, anxiety and panic attacks.

Prior to working with two-legged clients, Kendra spent the first decade of her professional life in animal welfare and is very passionate about the human-animal bond. Pets are welcome in sessions and may be incorporated into the therapeutic process when appropriate.

Kendra’s personal interests include fostering neonatal kittens for the local animal shelter, theater, hiking, metal detecting and collecting antiques.

Originally from the NJ and NYC area, Kendra holds a Master of Social Work degree and a Children, Youth, and Families certificate from the University of Pittsburgh and a BA from Fordham University.

Dr. Mukherjee is a psychiatrist who has experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, chemical dependency, geriatric and emergency psychiatry. He treats clients aged 18 years and up. In addition to our practice, Dr Mukherjee is a staff psychiatrist with admitting privileges at Mercy Hospital and Ohio Valley Hospital. Dr. Mukherjee also works at Partial Program and Outpatient Psychiatry Unit at Mercy Behavioral Health. He is board certified in Adult Psychiatry and Psychosomatic Medicine.

Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Social worker who received her master’s degree at the University of Pittsburgh. She is experienced in working with children, adults and families in a variety of setting including, in home and the outpatient setting. She specializes in helping her clients with behavior modification, overcome and manage anxiety, depression, ODD and ADHD. She is a certified Parent-Child-Interaction Therapist (PCIT), who primarily works with children 2-6 years of age. Her hope is to build close relationships between parents and their children using positive attention strategies and to help children feel safe and calm by having warmth and security between parents and their children.

Kristy is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping her clients overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress. She believes that anyone can benefit from therapy. Kristy helps clients identify their strengths and make changes that empower them to be successful. She approaches therapy with an eclectic style, utilizing strength-based, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and self-acceptance techniques as well as EMDR. Using this approach along with her educational and professional background, Kristy provides clients with tailored treatment plans that can be integrated into their daily lives.

Kristy holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Tarleton State University. She provides individual, couples, family and group counseling to clients ages 6 to 55 years, and also offers Christian Counseling. Prior to transitioning to private practice, she worked in a variety of healthcare facilities, including Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, Family Behavioral Resources, and Glade Run Lutheran Services.

Lauren graduated with a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University in 2019. She typically works with clients 14 years old and older. Lauren has a particular interest in treating the older adult population. During therapy Lauren typically uses a variety of techniques and approaches when working with clients tailoring her approach to the individual client’s needs. She has experience treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, anger management, life transitions, women’s issues, and grief. During treatment Lauren’s objective is to help her clients accomplish their goals and to assist them in living their best lives.
In her personal time, she enjoys cooking, reading and gardening. Lauren also has a love of animals especially her dog Lucy.

Lindsey Hern is a Licensed Social Worker who works with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, life transitions, school concerns, and family conflict. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs, drawing from evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and expressive therapies. She also has extensive experience supporting youth, parents, foster families, and individuals involved in the child welfare system.

Marc Kaplan, a licensed psychologist for over
38 years, earned his Master's degree from
Duquesne University. He has worked in a
variety of public and private settings, including
community mental health centers, employee
assistance programs and private practice.
Areas of specialty include child and adolescent
therapy, marital therapy, anxiety disorders
and obsessive compulsive disorder. Marc uses
a variety of approaches and techniques, the
main one being what his mentor in child therapy
said at the beginning of his career: the relationship
is the therapy.

Marisa Fusetti is a licensed professional counselor and Certified Advanced Drug and Alcohol Counselor who earned her Master's Degree in Counseling from Duquesne University in 2002. Marisa has over 20 years of counseling experience in Outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment, working with adults and their families struggling with Substance Use Disorder. In addition, Marisa specializes in helping clients overcome Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Grief, Stress Management, Adjustment Disorders, and many other behavioral health concerns.
Offering individual counseling to Adults age 18 and above, Marisa utilizes a person-centered and strengths-based approach, working collaboratively with her clients to identify the best treatment approach to meet their individual needs. Utilizing modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused therapy or other approaches, Marissa fosters a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where a client can present as his or her authentic self. She is very passionate about meeting clients where they are in life.
Marisa enjoys a wide variety of hobbies, including listening to music, going to concerts, attending musicals, and participating in community events that educate about Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health.

Mark Turbish is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in mental health and substance abuse. He earned a BS degree in Psychology and Master's of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. He has worked in an inpatient mental health at UPMC’s Western Psychiatric Hospital and on the CADD unit (Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders, formerly known as the John Merck Program). With this experience, Mark is highly trained in behavioral modifications and has excellent de-escalation and crisis intervention skills. He works with people of all ages. Mark also has extensive experience working in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at Gateway Rehab as an addiction counselor in a group setting. He is familiar with substance use disorders and the recovery process. At Cranberry Psychological Center, Mark regularly helps clients overcome and manage symptoms from a wide range of diagnoses including but not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Autism Spectrum, ADHD, OCD, ODD, PTSD, Personality Disorders, and Substance Use Disorders. He is trained extensively in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and uses CBT along with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and other Psychodynamic or Psycho-educational approaches depending on the situation. By striving to create a safe, non-judgmental environment, Mark is able to use a solution-focused and strengths-based approach to help each client achieve their own individualized goals. Mark will personalize treatments depending on each client’s needs. Mindfulness and self care are important, so Mark enjoys music, creativity, and reading non-fiction books.

Matt is a Licensed Professional Counselor offering behavioral, cognitive behavioral, and family focused therapy. With over 10 years of experience working in wraparound and outpatient therapy, he has worked with a diverse clientele and has established positive professional relationships with schools and families around Pittsburgh and the South Hills Communities. Matt specializes in treating children aged 3 and up and their parents/guardians, focusing on depression, anxiety, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and other behavioral concerns. With adults, Matt specializes in anxiety, depression, and mood disorders in individual, marital/couples, and family therapy.

Dr. Sanchez completed his medical education at University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine after which he completed a pediatrics residency at Washington University in St Louis/St Louis Children’s Hospital. He went on for additional fellowship training in child/adolescent and adult psychiatry at the Post Pediatric Portal Program at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University. During his time in these programs, Dr. Sanchez published research on autism spectrum disorder, pediatric bipolar disorder and presented locally, regionally and nationally on a variety of topics including teen to adult transitions in autism spectrum disorder and the metabolic effects of psychotropic medications on children.

Dr. Sanchez enjoys and values establishing longitudinal relationships with both children and families through outpatient child psychiatric practice. He treats a wide variety of pediatric mental health conditions through both medical management and integrated psychotherapeutic techniques. Dr. Sanchez has special interests in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual/developmental disabilities, anxiety disorders, mood disorders and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents.

Maura L. Johnson, LCSW, PMH-C earned her Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh
in 2006 and currently holds licensure in the states of Pennsylvania, Florida, District of Columbia,
and Virginia. She enjoys working with clients of all ages, but focused her early career in working
with clients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder from ages 18 months to 18 years. She
also has 10 years of wraparound experience, working in homes and schools with children and
families with a variety of presenting issues. Particular areas of interest include anxiety
disorders, OCD, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and childhood ADHD/ODD. Maura also
provides post-partum support, and completed the Postpartum Support International Certificate
Program in Perinatal Mental Health. She has extensive history in substance abuse counseling, at
both the group and individual level, with teens and adults, and experience assisting clients at
the inpatient level and with proper follow up care upon discharge.
Maura believes in meeting clients where they are in the treatment process, using their own
strengths and her continued encouragement to guide them. Areas of personal interest include
spending time with her husband and daughter, seeing family and friends and being outdoors.

Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her Master’s degree Community Counseling from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2008. She has experience working in a variety of behavioral healthcare settings, including community based mental health, hospital inpatient, and private outpatient. Megan’s therapeutic approach is both strength-based and person-centered, with a focus in CBT, SFBT (solution-focused), and mindfulness. She offers individual counseling services to clients aged 15 to adult, with a focus on depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, conflict resolution and stress management, and other behavioral health and adjustment concerns.

Megan Sauers (formerly Sovich) is both a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Megan graduated from Geneva College with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2015. She has experience working with substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and various mental health concerns that include, but are not limited to, women's issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and self harm. Megan works with adults and adolescents 13 and up at the Cranberry location using a holistic approach to achieve mental balance and wellbeing.

Melanie Nock is a licensed Professional Counselor whose counseling career began at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, where she learned many different therapeutic approaches. She’s been in the field for over 20 years and works with couples, families and individuals aged 4 years and up. Melanie has experience treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to: addiction, relationship and parenting concerns, career counseling, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, feeling stressed, and emotional and developmental disorders in children and teens. She has a genuine desire to help people live happier and healthier lives and will do so in a friendly nonconfrontational environment that is judgement free and filled with support and encouragement. She will help you find the solutions that work for you.

Miryah Rasheed is a Licensed Social Worker. Miryah received her master’s degree in social work from California University of Pennsylvania.
She has worked in a variety of settings such as community corrections, crisis services, addiction, mental health, healthcare and higher education. She is passionate about working with adults and draws on her diverse experiences to create a safe, warm, and collaborative environment for the clients she works with. Miryah values the opportunity to work with individuals and couples who are navigating difficult circumstances and being a part of guiding them towards growth and healing. She utilizes a responsive and adaptive approach that is person-centered and strengths based and draws on but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), faith based principles and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) depending on the client’s needs.

Misty Mancini- Seybert is a Licensed Professional/Mental Health Counselor who acquired her Masters of Counseling with AGTS (2002) and is currently pursuing her Ph.d in Psychology. She has extensive experience with and specializes in treating children, teens, college students, families and couples on a variety of issues, such as but not limited to: relationships, anxiety, depression, crisis situations, grief, self-harm (cutting), self-esteem, women’s issues, parenting, and daily life challenges. Misty has also taught Psychology and Counseling on an undergraduate level over several years.

Myla Focht LPC is a graduate from Adams State University with an MS in Counselor Education, Clinical Mental Health. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Myla has over 5 years plus work experience in the mental health field. Her experience ranges from serving individuals, couples and families, facilitating groups, and working alongside a team of healthcare professionals in an integrated healthcare setting. Myla prefers to meet clients where they are in their personal life’s journey during session and takes a holistic approach in rendering services to clients in all aspects of their lives. Some additional therapeutic approaches that Myla tends to use are: Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She will take the time to get to know her clients on a personal level and cater their treatment accordingly per individual’s needs. Myla seeks to work with her clients to enter therapeutic services for as short a time frame as possible, leaving services confidently equipped with the tools to navigate life’s challenges.

Some of Myla’s interests include riding horses, being outdoors, spending time with her family, reading, and playing sports.

Nancy Belz is a Licensed Professional Counselor, having earned her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University. Prior to joining Cranberry Psychological Center in 2015, she provided individual, couples, family and group counseling with organizations including Staunton Clinic, Gateway Rehabilitation Center and Samaritan Counseling Center.

Using an integrative, client-centered, solution-focused approach, Nancy has experience treating a variety of mental health issues, emotional struggles, and situational difficulties including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, self-esteem, addiction and recovery, relationship issues, codependency, parenting challenges, communication skills, conflict resolution, work-related stress, phase of life transitions, self-care, and life balance. She works with adults and couples.

Nancy is also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which is an evidence-based treatment that supports people in healing from symptoms and emotional distress from trauma and disturbing life experiences.

Her educational background also includes a BS in Industrial Engineering and MBA from Carnegie Mellon University. Before transitioning into the counseling profession, Nancy spent over 20 years working in business and finance.

Neil is a licensed professional counselor who earned his Master’s degree in Counseling from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 2012. Throughout his career, he has worked and gained valuable experience in a variety of settings, including schools, in-home family therapy, and outpatient mental health clinics. He offers individual therapy to clients ages 10- 65+ with depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional struggles, grief, work related stressors, and other behavioral health concerns. Neil believes in a collaborative, client-centered and strength-based approach to therapy, utilizing evidenced-based practices to maximize patient care including CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, DBT and other therapeutic approaches, tailored to the client’s own unique and individual needs.

Nichole Budosh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about providing care to children, adolescents and adults, ages 5 and up utilizing a client­ centered and strength-based approach. Nichole works with clients to create a warm, collaborative environment and uses many evidenced-based interventions to promote positive change including cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness training. Nichole has experience working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, grief, self-esteem, parenting challenges, communication skills, conflict resolution, work-related stress, phase of life transitions, chronic pain and self-care.
Nichole is native to Pittsburgh. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Slippery Rock University and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pittsburgh with a mental health specialization. Prior to joining Cranberry Psychological Center, Nichole provided individual, group, and family therapy in school-based, outpatient, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. Nichole also has experience working on an integrated healthcare team as a behavioral health consultant.

Pamela is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a graduate of Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse, Christopher Newport University with a BA in Sociology, and has a graduate Degree in Education in Community Counseling from the College of William & Mary in Virginia. Pamela has worked both as a Registered Nurse and Psychotherapist in multiple settings: Hospitals, Family Counseling Centers, Juvenile Services, Adolescent Residential Care, University Counseling Center, Psychiatrist Office, and in Private Practice. Her Professional Counseling experience includes working with clients in families, as couples, in groups, & individuals’ ages 17 years and up. She specializes in Addiction and Recovery, Chronic Pain Management and Medical Issues, working with Impaired Professionals, Spiritual Emergency and Growth of the Soul, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Life changes, forgiveness, and Sexual issues including LGBTQ.

Pamela is committed to creating a sacred space in counseling that facilitates personal growth, mental wellbeing, & life satisfaction. She uses a wellness and strength-based approach to working with clients. In the counseling experience you will find kindness, respect, acceptance, and a non-judgmental experience.

Patricia Hittinger, a licensed Professional Counselor, has been a practicing psychotherapist since 2002. She has extensive experience working with clients presenting with mood disorders-bipolar, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, as well as attention deficit disorders and conduct disorders. She also provides treatment to those experiencing relational problems including marital/couples counseling, children of divorced parents, and dysfunction present in the family system. Patricia also has experience with addictions in a clinical setting, emphasis on drug and alcohol, as well as process addictions such as gambling and sexual addictions.

Patti is a licensed professional counselor, who earned her master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from the University of Pittsburgh. Experienced in treating a variety of mental health issues, her therapeutic perspective is strength based and her approach is eclectic. Patti is trained in motivational interventions and recently completed training in cognitive processing therapy interventions to use with depression, anxiety, anger and post trauma. Additionally, she uses the Johnson Intervention model when working with addicts and their families.

Patti has 20+ years of experience in the Employee Assistance field, specializing in the treatment of chemical dependency and solution focused therapy. She worked as an EAP consultant for USX Corporation and an EAP account manager for Sandra Solomon Associates Inc. She coordinated a university student mental health program, providing support to students throughout their college years and referring students to appropriate services as needed. She also supervised students in master level counseling internships.

With over 12 years of experience as a licensed therapist, Pete has supported children, adolescents and adults in a wide range of settings, including outpatient clinics, schools, and medical practices. Over the years, he’s developed a toolbox full of practical, solution-focused strategies designed to connect with clients, support their goals, and spark meaningful change.
Pete is especially skilled at helping people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, and parenting challenges. Clients often appreciate his ability to make complex issues feel manageable, and even find moments of humor along the way.
Pete brings a friendly, down-to-earth approach to therapy, meeting each person with openness, creativity, and compassion. He takes time to understand the unique strengths, struggles, and circumstances of every individual, tailoring his support to what works best for them.

Rachel Strosnider, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, is a dually board-certified Nurse Practitioner in both Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Health. She obtained her doctorate and post-graduate certificate from Washburn University in Topeka, KS. Her career has included time spent with pediatrics, military/veteran’s, women’s health and has spanned across 4 states. She enjoys caring for clients of all ages and throughout all walks of life but her passion is empowering women to wellness and the aging adult/geriatric population.
She believes it is important to meet each individual client where they are and form a meaningful
collaborative relationship between client and provider. She is board-certified with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Nurses
Credentialing Center and is a proud inductee of the Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honors Society.
She performs initial diagnostic assessments, medication management, and brief psychotherapy

Rebecca Barker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina in 2003. She has over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, including long term inpatient psychiatric treatment for children, mental health services in the prison setting, community-based mental health services and private practice outpatient therapy. Rebecca uses a person-centered style that includes Cognitive- Behavioral, Holistic, Solution-Focused, Interpersonal Skills, Strength-Based and Mindfulness techniques and theories. This approach is tailored to meet each client's individual needs with the belief that the client is the center of treatment. Rebecca concentrates on the treatment and management of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, life transitions, compassion fatigue and grief/loss. She works with clients between the ages of 16 to 80 years old. Rebecca believes that the first step in therapy is to establish a supportive, comfortable, caring therapeutic relationship between herself and the client. She strives to create a non-judgmental environment in which she and the client can work together towards better self-understanding and positive change.
Rebecca has a strong passion for animals. She is studying how to use dogs and horses in a therapeutic manner. Having returned to her native town of Pittsburgh after living in Patagonia, Chile for 7 years, Rebecca is enjoying all that the city of Pittsburgh has to offer!
"How wonderful it is to see my clients celebrate their successes!"

Robert has been practicing as a Licensed Counselor since 2011 and earned his Master’s Degree in Community Counseling from Slippery Rock University of PA in 2009. Robert has experience in a variety of settings including private practice, university, community-based and inpatient/hospital. He provides person-centered counseling services to adults and adolescents with diverse backgrounds and complex mental health concerns. Robert specializes in building relationships with clients and working collaboratively to process feelings, identify root causes and to provide practical solutions. Robert has advanced training in motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy.

Robin is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents and adults. She provides individual, couples and family therapy. She worked in business for many years, including managing a Human Resources department. Employee development was her area of expertise, which dovetailed with her interest in professional counseling as a second career. Once her children were in college, she followed her lifelong dream and returned to school to earn a Masters degree in Professional Counseling. She is uniquely qualified, due to her combination of education, life experience and employment history. Robin’s counseling experience includes Family-Based therapy, Parenting education, School-Based therapy and Outpatient therapy in a private practice setting.Robin’s collaborative therapeutic approach is built on establishing a positive, nurturing and respectful relationship with each patient to identify and assist them in achieving their goals. She provides Person Focused, Strengths Based, Solution Focused and Structural Family Therapy modalities. She has achieved excellent success assisting patients with anxiety and depression, work/life balance, parenting challenges, interpersonal relationships and coping skills practice.

Robyn is a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care and medication management. With a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Duquesne University, Robyn brings eight years of nursing experience, including five years specializing in mental health and addiction medicine, into her practice as a provider.
Growing up locally, Robyn developed a passion for understanding and advocating for mental health awareness, as well as dismantling stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction. She believes in a person-centered approach, offering tailored medication management and therapeutic care to patients aged six and older.
Robyn works to empower patients suffering with psychiatric illness on their journey to recovery, breaking down barriers to care through compassionate, evidence-based treatment. She prioritizes patient autonomy and collaborates with individuals to help achieve their mental and physical wellness goals.

Ruth Neuhart is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a Certified Addictions Counselor.
She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Masters of Educational Counseling and went on
to do post graduate training at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland as well as Full Spectrum Center in
Meadville. Ruth is experienced in working with individuals and couples with a variety of mental health
concerns -including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, addiction, relationship/marital issues, women’s
issues, and stress management.

We all have strengths, capabilities and capacities that we lose sight of at times. As Nietzsche said “There
is more wisdom in your body than in your deepest philosophy.” I believe the mind-body connection is
very important in our healing process, and I want to provide the support to heighten people’s awareness
of this.

Saige Subosits is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her Master of Counseling Psychology from Chatham University.  Prior to private practice, Saige worked as an Adult Outpatient Therapist at Pittsburgh Mercy  treating clients with a variety of conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, OCD, anxiety, depression, codependency, and addictions.   She has a passion for OCD work and loves to help people grow and conquer their fears. Saige also enjoys process work, walking with people into their stories and helping them to create a fulfilling, purposeful life no matter the hardships of their current or past circumstances.  She believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship and that anyone can grow when given the proper tools.   She is also open to exploring a person's faith and religious practices and has a background in Christianity. 

Samantha Lalama is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) and a board-certified National Certified Counselor (NCC). Sam earned her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Duquesne University where she is currently pursuing her PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision.

Sam is committed to providing affirming, supportive, and trauma-informed care for all, including those who are neurodivergent and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

With extensive training in Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-focused Therapy, and Somatic Therapy, she is committed to helping individuals, couples, families, and children navigate unique challenges and achieve their personal goals.

Sam’s passion for continuous learning and personal growth informs her practice, ensuring that she offers the most current and effective support. Guided by values of humor, transparency, warmth, and a reliance on evidence-based theories, Sam strives to create a therapeutic environment that is both supportive and empowering. She believes in the importance of blending modern, holistic techniques with proven methods to foster meaningful and lasting change for clients of all ages.

Sara Banks, is both a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and board certified as a National Certified Counselor (NCC), she is now Partner at Cranberry Psychological Center. She has extensive experience within the local mental health community, having worked for the Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic, Resolve Crisis Center, as an outpatient therapist, and as a mental health consultant for several school districts over the past twenty years. Using proven and effective techniques, Sara has established and sustained therapeutic relationships to help people through the challenging events that may occur throughout a person's life. She is an Integrative Psychotherapist who will utilize a variety of therapy approaches to meet the client's individual needs, with specialized certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing. She offers individual, family, and group psychotherapy services to clients 4 years of age to adult. She has spent the last portion of her career with a focus on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma healing work with her clients.

Ms. Sara Green is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced in working with individuals with developmental disorders including Autism and Intellectual Disability (ID). Sara earned her MSW at the University of Pittsburgh and has been working in the mental health field for over 12 years. She has worked with children and adolescents ages 18 months to 21 years old as well as young adults and parents/caregivers. Sara also has experience working with individuals with a variety of diagnoses including Autism, ID, ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. Sara specializes in teaching social skills as well as offering parent training sessions which teach behavioral management theories and skills to caregivers of children with special needs. She is an EDMR EMDRIA trained clinician and works within a trauma informed model of care with all clients.
Current services provided include behavioral consultation, parent training, and therapy.

Sarah received her Bachelor’s of Science in psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and her Masters in Professional Counseling from Carlow University in 2005. Sarah has extensive experience working with children, teens, adults and couples from all backgrounds.

Sarah believes in a client centered approach to care. Sarah strives to create a safe non-judgmental environment in which clients can openly discuss their concerns and work towards their goals. Sarah’s approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, and she works collaboratively with her clients to develop a personalized treatment approach that meets their needs. Sarah places an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and feels empathy, compassion and authenticity are key components of effective therapy.

In her personal time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, kayaking, reading and caring for her two dogs.

Sheila is a licensed social worker who received her Master's degree from West Virginia University and Bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University. She has worked in the mental health and addictions fields for over 25 years. She has been on staff with Cranberry Psychological Center since 2003. Her specialties include addictions, mood disorders, codependency, women’s issues and marital discord. She has extensive experience working with individuals, groups, adolescents, adults and marital/couples. She is a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) and is also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC).

Susan Tomsic is a licensed clinical social worker who has been employed in the field for 25 years. She received her BA degree from La Roche College as a psychology major and later obtained her MSW degree from the University of Pittsburgh, School of Social Work with a concentration in direct practice. She has worked as a therapist in private practice with adults, adolescents, geriatric clients, couples and families who have psychiatric and substance abuse issues. Her experience includes working as a hospital social worker in inpatient, trauma, ICU and emergency department settings. She has also worked as a behavioral health care manager for a managed care company, a counselor for EAP services and outpatient counselor for substance abuse treatment. Her areas of specialization are in mood disorders, grief and loss counseling, life management and transitions, EAP work, early recovery and relapse prevention and relationship issues. Susan has special interest in working with LGBTQ clients and in working with clients who have MS and other chronic illnesses and their caregivers to address disability management, resources, support and caregiver stress.

Suzanne Watkins is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She has over 30 years of experience working in a variety of mental healthcare facilities including Western Psychiatric Institute and Mercy Behavioral Health. Suzanne works with clients from the age of 13 years through senior citizens years, addressing areas such as addiction, eating disorders, grief/trauma and a variety of mental health diagnoses. She utilizes various treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, EMDR and Christian Counseling.

Suzanne enjoys working with patients as they navigate through life stages from graduation, marriage, having children, loss of a loved one and retirement, to name a few.

I offer a safe and supportive space for adults experiencing a range of challenges, from everyday stressors to acute crises, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, OCD, grief, stress, Self-harm and navigating major life changes. With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, I work to empower adults to cultivate self-awareness and personal growth as they navigate life's complexities.
My experience working with diverse populations has reinforced her belief that the client is the expert in their own life. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical behavioral Therapy, and Psycho- education I collaborate with you to trust your emotions, thoughts, and actions, while becoming aware of inaccurate or negative thinking patterns.
I work to approach each client with empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental stance, actively listening to understand their unique experiences
My objective is to utilize a person-centered and strength-based approach to help you know yourself better, respecting your individuality and preferences. I recognizes that life is fluid and ever-changing, and she aims to provide support that moves with you along your journey.

Tara Lynn Burkholder is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner who graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Masters of Science in Nursing. She began her career after graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from the University in Pittsburgh and working at WPIC on the John Merck unit for nearly a decade. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Carlow University, graduating Summa Cum Laude as well as being awarded the Maureen and Valdeane Brown Award for Scholastic Achievement.
She has worked in a variety of settings as a Nurse Practitioner including inpatient hospital settings as well as nursing facilities. She has cared for patients in many areas including pain management, palliative care and bariatric surgery.

Currently, she specialized in providing medical management to patients 18 years of age and older in the treatment of anxiety, insomnia and depression.

She believes in a Holistic approach to psychological health and wellness that involves the relationship between physical, mental, and emotional health.

Terri West is a board-certified Physician Assistant with many years of experience in mental health and psychiatry treating a spectrum of conditions, including anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) across all age groups. She dedicated the past 15 years as a provider and associate medical director in a medical-based ADD specialty practice and has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ADD/ADHD and associated comorbidities. Terri believes that finding the right medication, dose, and delivery system is critical and should be individualized for each patient and collaborating with each individual to identify their (and/or their family’s) need for additional support for immediate or longer-term goals (IEPs, college accommodations, drug/alcohol referrals, obesity, social skills, relationships, CBT, and maintaining routines and a healthy lifestyle.)
Prior to working in mental health, Terri worked in family practice, and surgery before dedicating the next 11 years in the surgical specialties of gyne-oncology and breast cancer at Magee-Woman’s Hospital working with a multi-disciplinary team. Here she appreciated the importance of addressing both the physical disease state and mental health status to enhance patient compliance and optimize treatment response. She continues using this approach to develop good patient relationships and help individuals achieve their goals.
Terri completed her PA training at Gannon University. She is a member of AAPA (American Assoc of Physician Assistants) and APSARD, (The American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders) where she serves as a mentor in APSARD’s Mentoring Program, partnering with individual medical providers in the US and Canada seeking support/expertise for treatment of ADD/ADHD in their own practice settings.

Terrie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Masters of Social Work degree in 2002 from the University of Pittsburgh. Terrie has spent the last 15 years specializing in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), anxiety, and mood disorders. She was trained at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic having worked with individuals and groups specializing in OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Social Phobia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Panic Disorder. She also has in depth experience treating the following disorders: Trichotillamania, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Misophonia, Depressive disorders, Post-partum OCD, and Late Life Depression. In addition to treating adults, Terrie is also trained to treat kids and teens with OCD. She was instrumental in developing the Intensive Outpatient Clinic for children at WPIC. Her treatment modalities include but are not limited to: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem Solving Therapy (PST), Brief Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (BBTI), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Habit Reversal.

In her spare time Terrie enjoys exercising, spending time with family and friends and taking care of her pets (a dog and 2 active cats)!

Tim is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has practiced psychotherapy for over 35 years. He has worked with individuals, families, couples, and children over the age of ten. Previously, he worked in a partial hospital as a program coordinator, a therapist in an Intensive Outpatient program, as well as an outpatient psychotherapist (individual and group).

Issues treated have included: depression, anxiety, trauma, panic disorder, OCD, dependency, life change, psychosis, bipolar disorders, adjustment disorders, ADD, abuse and relational problems. Treatment approaches include CBT, solution based treatment, stress management, and communication enhancement. Tim is primarily an Interpersonal Therapist, utilizing the therapeutic relationship to increase awareness, provide support, and promote positive life changes.

Tim graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelors degree in Individual and Family Studies and earned a Masters Degree in Health Education from the Pennsylvania State University. In addition, he graduated with a Masters of Arts degree in Community Counseling from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He is currently a Nationally Certified Counselor and in the past has been certified as a Domestic Violence Counselor. He has office hours at the Fox Chapel Office.

Dr. Kross is a native of the Pittsburgh area. He attended the University of Pittsburgh,
graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He then
attended Hahnemann Medical College (now Drexel University) in Philadelphia. He was
accepted into an internal medicine internship at McGill University in Montreal, Canada
followed by an internal medicine residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston,
Texas. Dr. Kross also did post-graduate study in psychiatry at West Virginia University in
Morgantown, West Virginia. He is board certified in both Addiction Medicine and Internal
Medicine.
For many years, Dr. Kross maintained a private practice involving internal medicine,
addiction medicine, and primary care-based psychiatry. He ran an office based opioid
addiction treatment program using both buprenorphine and injectable naltrexone. This
included many patients with complex dual diagnosis psychiatric conditions. For five
years, Dr. Kross directed the Drug and Alcohol detox unit at Gateway Rehabilitation
Center in Aliquippa, PA. At this facility, he cared for patients with both
addiction/psychiatric disorders who were detoxing from alcohol or drugs. In 2019, Dr.
Kross started and was the director for the buprenorphine opioid treatment program for
inmates with opioid use disorder who were incarcerated by the Pennsylvania State
Department of Corrections.
Dr. Kross has experience treating many psychiatric and addiction disorders. He has
special interest in treating anxiety disorders and mood disorders, including but not
limited to major depression, bipolar I and II disorder, cyclothymia, and chronic persistent
depression.
Living in Wexford, Pennsylvania, Dr. Kross is married and has 3 grown children. For
many years, his hobby was flying. He has a commercial pilot license and instrumental
rating. In his private practice, he also was an aviation medical examiner, receiving
commendation from the FAA for his many years of service. In his leisure time, Dr. Kross
sings in the church choir, does volunteer work at the church, and spends a good deal of
time fixing things and doing projects around the house.

Tirzah James is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working in the clinical field. She received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from St. John Fisher in Rochester, NY in 2005 and went on to pursue her passion of helping others by earning a Master of Social Work degree from University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2008. Throughout her career she has worked in a variety of settings: including inpatient psychiatry, crisis evaluation in an ER, outpatient clinic, and mobile treatment. She has worked with children, adolescents, families, and adults to assist them on their journeys to overcome life’s many challenges. She utilizes many different approaches to best fit the needs of each individual and family including but not limited to strength-based, solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to help everyone achieve their goals and live better lives.

Trisha Gantz is a graduate of Carlow University with an MS in Professional Counseling. She has her BS in Child Development and Family Relations from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her experience includes working with individuals, families, children and facilitating groups. She uses a diverse and unique approach with each individual; knowing that each person has different needs. Trisha has experience serving clients with an array of diagnoses. Included but not limited to those with anxiety, postpartum depression and anxiety, depression, schizophrenia and bipolar. In addition, Trisha has experience in the fields of drug and alcohol, trauma,and knowledge in neuropsychology. A sample of therapeutic approaches Trisha is known to use are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Based Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She believes that continuing her education is important not only to stay current with relevant information in the field, but also to help her clients to the best of her ability. Trisha has a strong ethical and professional background. She believes that building a strong therapeutic alliance comes with trust, communication, and providing a safe and confidential environment. Trisha is a National Certified Counselor (NCC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
In Trisha’s spare time she enjoys baking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Vanessa earned her Master’s from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. Having also earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation, Human Services, and Kinesiology from Penn State, she has experience working in both physiological and psychological aspects of healthcare. Vanessa brings an integrative and person-centered approach to treatment to properly cater to each individual client’s needs. She prioritizes creating a strong therapeutic relationship and is intentional about coming alongside individuals in their personal journey to achieve optimal wellness and functioning. Vanessa believes in making meaning of life events - victories and adversities alike – while focusing on the importance of creating adaptive thought patterns. Vanessa currently specializes in working with adolescents, women across the lifespan, and couples. She treats conditions such as anxiety, OCD, depression, panic disorder, grief/loss, relational discord, and more with a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Faith-Based Counseling, and Supportive Care.