Mandy Kushner,
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Meet Mandy, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania (LPC), a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). She has a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling with a minor in School Counseling from Carlow University. She also earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from LaRoche University.
Mandy is passionate about helping clients work through unprocessed trauma using Trauma Informed Care, Polyvagal Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She believes that creating a relaxed, supportive, and positive environment is key to making counseling sessions comfortable for her clients. She understands how hard and fearful it can be to share personal information, so she strives to show her clients respect, honesty, compassion, and listens without judgment. With over 25 years of experience, Mandy has worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds, including children, adolescents and adults. She’s worked in various settings, such as outpatient clinics, community centers, psychiatric hospitals, and primary care physician offices. Mandy is particularly skilled in addressing past and present trauma in all its forms, including childhood trauma, sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, veterans of war, natural disasters and unresolved complex grief. She also works with clients struggling with anxiety, mood disorders/bipolar disorders, depression, adult adhd and stressful life transitions. Mandy truly believes that “People start to HEAL the moment they feel HEARD.” |
Alaina Schrader, LPC, NCC, PMH-C, ADHD-CCSP, NPT-C
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Alaina is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. She also holds the specializations of ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, and Certified Neuropsychotherapist.
She holds a Master’s of Arts degree in Counseling from West Virginia University. She received her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Music Education, with a Minor in Psychology, also from West Virginia University. She is a feminist, LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed, integrative neuro-psychotherapist, and her style is casual and saturated with humor. Alaina believes that therapy should be a collaborative and empowering process, where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood. She creates a nonjudgmental and validating space that honors each person's unique experiences, blending neuroscience, Internal Family Systems, and person-centered approaches to foster self-awareness, healing, and growth. Alaina embraces neurodiversity and believes in challenging societal norms that contribute to distress, helping clients develop self-compassion, autonomy, and resilience. Grounded in the science of the nervous system and a deep understanding of how personal struggles connect to larger social forces, she supports clients in building authentic, fulfilling lives. |
January Sholly, LSW, NCC
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January is a Licensed Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work and a certificate in mental health from the University of Pittsburgh. She also received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh.
January has experience working with school age children and teens with OCD, Youth Sports Anxiety, as well as individuals across all ages with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She’s been working with children and young adults dealing with depression, anxiety, school-based stressors, and low self-esteem. January is interested in continuing to work with these populations, as well as couples and families. She uses treatment approaches such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. January believes the most important part of the therapeutic relationship is creating a safe, trusting, and enjoyable environment. In her practice and personal life, she values honesty, adaptability, kindness, and empathy. She believes these values are the keys to growth, healing, and long-term recovery. |
Chris Koska,
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If you feel depressed or overwhelmed by life and feel like you need to make a change but don’t know how, you’re not alone. I enjoy helping clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, adjustment issues, and life stress. I believe we can learn to solve our problems by exploring our “inner selves” and to accept and/or change our thoughts and actions. Therapy can help you become more self-aware and develop a better understanding of who you are and what you need. Overall, I hope to provide care to assist you in building a life worth living and to be "the main character in the story of your life."
I utilize an eclectic mix of Rational Emotive Behavior Theory (REBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailored to each client’s individual needs. My counseling approaches are uniquely designed to best fit young adults, adults and geriatric clients. In addition to individual counseling, I also provide Couples Counseling. I have immediate openings for in-person and telehealth appointments. I provide an emotionally safe, supportive, and open environment that invites client collaboration in order to build a strong client-therapist rapport, and I connect with my clients through respect, honesty, compassion and humor. My goal is to support you in this process and help you find the tools that work for you. In my spare time, I enjoy following most sports, listening to music and going to concerts, traveling, watching movies and spending time with my wife and cat. |
Diana Simpson, MA, NCC
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Diana holds a Masters of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology, both from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Throughout her education she specialized in child and adult advocacy studies, trauma, and sociology human services.
Diana has over 10 years of experience within the mental health field and has a passion working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. Diana is rooted in Reality Therapy with an integration of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Diana’s mantra is, “your past does not define your future”. With this approach, she works to strengthen the therapeutic alliance through her use of humor and a warming welcoming presence. Diana meets her clients where they are at, while working on the thought processes that can influence our behaviors and emotions. Within her work, Diana promotes challenge for clients to identify blind spots within their lives, restructure negative thought patterns, and work towards self-identified goals. She works to create a safe place where clients feel supported and welcomed to be their most authentic selves. |
Maddy Clines, MA, NCC
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Maddy is a compassionate counselor with experience working with children (ages 4+), teens, and adults. She creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Maddy integrates play therapy techniques for younger clients and uses evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and reality therapy to tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs.
Maddy earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Slippery Rock University. Her background includes work in residential treatment, family-based services, community mental health, and experience as a preschool teacher and student success coach. She is passionate about helping clients navigate life transitions, family struggles, anxiety, depression, and more. Outside of therapy, Maddy enjoys walking her dog, cooking, painting, reading, collecting houseplants, and spending time with family and friends. She is dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming space where clients feel comfortable, supported, and empowered on their journey toward healing. |