Our therapists offer anger management therapy in Media, PA

Krista Panella is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 3 years of experience specializing in mood disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and sleep problems in clients ranging from young adults to seniors. She is passionate about removing the stigma around mental health and improving the quality of life for her patients through evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to each individual’s needs.

Krista earned her Master’s in Nursing from Walden University. Her approach integrates psychopharmacology with cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered care, culturally sensitive mindfulness, and faith-based motivational interviewing. She is dedicated to fostering resilience and well-being through individualized treatment plans.

Krista creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to share their experiences. She collaborates closely with patients to develop effective coping strategies, build hope, and promote healing. If you are seeking understanding, guidance, and growth, Krista is here to help you take the next step toward wellness.

David Wojtkowski is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and older adults through stress, trauma, anger, anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns. David is passionate about helping clients set clear goals, work through barriers, and move toward meaningful change in ways that feel safe and empowering.

David earned his Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. His therapeutic approach blends cognitive behavior therapy, solutions-focused therapy, and trauma-informed practices with free association and mindfulness, always tailored to meet the client’s unique needs and pace.

David is a Marine Corps veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom and the father of twin teenagers. He brings a deep understanding of military trauma, anxiety, and depression, and is committed to helping clients feel seen and supported through every step of their healing journey. Reach out today!

Greg Lyncha is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in providing clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use issues. 

Greg completed both his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science with a minor in Psychology and his Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lock Haven University. He is approved by the EMDR International Association in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Greg utilizes collaborative, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based approaches that integrate a range of clinical theories and techniques best suited to meet the client's needs and promote the therapeutic progress. Greg centers his practice around creating a safe environment to gain emotional resilience through self-awareness and understanding. The body and the mind are connected. Greg believes that clients benefit from gaining emotional understanding through exploring this mind-body connection.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience, I provide a safe, compassionate space where clients can uncover strengths, process emotions, and explore new possibilities. Life can feel overwhelming at times, leaving us unsure or weighed down, and I understand how challenging these moments can be. My goal is to help clients find steadiness, confidence, and balance while walking alongside them with empathy and support as they navigate life’s personal and professional challenges.

I hold a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and evidence-based practices. I am also committed to providing culturally responsive care tailored to each client’s needs.

Together, we will focus on shifting patterns that no longer serve you, fostering confidence, clarity, and growth. Whether facing anxiety, depression, or life transitions, I provide a supportive space to help you move forward. My goal is to empower you toward healing, resilience, and a life that feels balanced and meaningful.

Deborah Kulp is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience. She works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. Deborah’s ideal client is open to exploring emotions, behaviors, and patterns even when clarity feels out of reach. She provides a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can build trust, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and initiate meaningful change. Her approach is warm, honest, and grounded in human connection.

Deborah earned her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the State University of New York. She blends practical tools with reflective conversation, meeting clients where they are. She helps adults and couples build trust, reduce anxiety and depression, and find clarity and emotional balance in their lives.

Therapy with Deborah is a safe and compassionate space for those who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or burned out. She honors each client’s journey and walks beside them with empathy and care. Together, clients gain insight, reclaim their balance, and move toward greater clarity and connection.

Jim Houck is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been involved in the clinical mental health field since 1996. He is also a retired pastor and university professor who has trained others pursuing their counseling degree at various levels of professionalism. Jim has experience counseling people who have had near-death experiences and helps them integrate their spirituality with their mental health issues. He believes that all people have the answers within themselves. Jim’s experiences with Native American, European, and Hindi cultures have given him a keen sense of the intergenerational among these populations. 

Jim completed his Masters of Science in Counseling and his Ph.D. in Counseling, Education, and Supervision at Loyola University. 

Jim's empathy and compassion are a culmination of personal and professional experiences, advanced knowledge, and love for others. Jim is confident that he can walk with you on your journey so that you may find the healing you are searching for. If you are ready to start or continue your journey, schedule an appointment with him today!

Tyler Burt is a compassionate and goal-oriented Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 2 years of experience in mental health counseling. He specializes in individual counseling for sport and performance, addiction recovery, and disability counseling. With a background in individual, family, and group counseling, Tyler helps children and young adults manage anxiety, daily adversity, and life transitions. He especially connects with clients navigating identity, disability, or resilience-related challenges.

Tyler earned a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Philadelphia College. He uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, to support clients with anxiety, addiction, and life stressors. His warm, structured care style helps clients build healthier coping skills and create lasting progress.

Tyler understands that seeking support takes courage. He approaches every client with empathy, care, and a commitment to ensuring they feel seen, heard, and supported. Tyler offers a safe, authentic space where clients can navigate challenges, reduce stress, and work toward meaningful growth in their therapeutic journey.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 5 years of experience. My training in systems theories helps me understand how individuals function within the greater systems around them. I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship stress, attachment challenges, and major life transitions. I also enjoy helping couples strengthen communication, manage conflict, and rebuild trust.

I hold a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from La Salle University. I use solution-focused and strength-based approaches, along with Gottman methods and psychoeducation, to meet clients where they are. My work combines talk therapy, written resources, social media clips, and interactive strategies to support meaningful growth and change.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My goal is not to fix you but to walk alongside you as you explore new perspectives and tools for healing. If you’ve been wondering if therapy is right for you, I invite you to reach out for a consultation.

Sarah Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 40 years of experience in the mental health field. She provides a safe and supportive environment in which clients can explore their needs and overcome barriers to their emotional wellness. She is an honorably discharged Army veteran who served in Vicenza, Italy. Her military service exposed her to world travel, women's issues, and military stressors and motivated her to become a therapist. This combined with her professional experience enables her to provide guidance in support to a wide variety of clients.

Sarah completed her Master of Social Work at the Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work. Sarah utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered or Rogerian therapy, humanistic, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness.

Life can be difficult at times. Sarah is open and willing to support you through the many challenges that it can pose. She can provide new perspectives and strategies to help you explore and resolve these challenges. Are you ready to do the work? Then schedule an appointment with her today!

Briana Ochuida is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 3 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through life’s challenges. She has worked with children ages 5 and up, teens, adults, and seniors, addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Briana is passionate about creating a safe and empathetic space where clients can feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal at their own pace.

Briana earned her Master’s in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She draws on art and play therapy to engage younger clients and uses a client-centered approach grounded in empathy and personal insight to support individuals of all ages on their healing journey.

Briana understands the courage it takes to begin therapy because she’s been there too. With lived experience navigating anxiety and depression, she offers a unique blend of compassion and relatability. She invites you to take that first brave step—you don’t have to do this alone.

Ayana Starks is a Licensed Professional Counselor, currently pursuing her License in Professional Counselor. She has three years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate and would feel honored to be part of someone's healing journey and growth. Ayana has experience addressing a variety of clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, life transitions, and grief.

Ayana completed her Master's in Community and Trauma Counseling at Thomas Jefferson University. She has a strong background in addressing and processing trauma specifically, however, still has a wide range in handling various clinical issues due to her experience working in community mental health. She sees therapy as a collaborative process where the therapist and client work together to create lasting change. Ayana believes in adapting her approach to the individual’s unique needs and draw from various therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.

We all have challenges. Admittedly some are objectively harder than others but our own challenges are unique to each of us and can seem devastating from our perspective. Ayana is confident she would be able to help you work through yours. She wants to help you learn to accept, cope, cry if you need to, and then get back up! It’s not easy, but you can do hard things!

When you are ready to start, schedule an appointment with her today!

Haley Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 11 years of experience working with children and their families seeking help with depression, anxiety, anger management, and mood disorders. 

Haley has a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Rosemont College, and is trained to help her clients learn cognitive behavioral (CBT) techniques to overcome difficulties such as anxiety and depression. In addition to these therapy modalities, Haley also utilizes mindfulness training to help keep her clients in the present moment and focused on the here and now. With mindfulness training comes a sense of calm that can help alleviate depression, anxiety, and stress. 

Haley encourages you to start your journey to mental health wellness so that you can start to live a life where you feel confident and at ease. She seeks to establish an inviting and caring approach with you in order to help build a strong therapeutic relationship with her in order to help you build upon your strengths and help you live a more meaningful and valuable life. If you are ready to become the best version of yourself, schedule an appointment with Haley today!

Marguerite "Molly" Mesure holds a master's degree and license in Professional Counseling. She is passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem challenges, school issues, peer issues, substance abuse, women's issues, and grief and loss.

Molly completed her Master's of Professional Counseling at Liberty University. Molly spent 25 years working as an Occupational Therapist, helping people overcome physical challenges. Now, as a mental health clinician, Molly utilizes a strength-based approach to helping people develop the skills and strategies needed to live fully and joyfully. Molly utilizes multiple treatment approaches, including solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, cognitive therapy, person-centered therapy, and family systems therapy.

Molly provides a safe, compassionate, and empowering environment for exploring strengths, passions, and purpose in life. If you would like to begin your journey toward the life you deserve to celebrate, schedule an appointment with Molly today.

Amanda Koniewicz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with years of experience in the fields of addictions, anxiety, trauma, women’s issues, relationship issues, adoption, and perinatal mental health. She has worked with a culturally diverse population presenting with a variety of mental health challenges in outpatient, inpatient and private practice settings. She enjoys working with adults and couples to create positive life changes.

Amanda completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Immaculata University and is in the process of completing her Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at Immaculata University. She is a mother and has mastered the ability to multitask while finding balance among different areas of her life. Amanda utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), solution-focused therapy, and person-centered therapy.

Amanda understands the importance of providing an environment where you feel safe, heard, and unjudged. Amanda feels confident in her ability to support you throughout your healing journey and looks forward to working with you to develop ways to effectively manage daily stressors and challenges. Schedule today.

Dr. Sophia Park is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose diverse background has contributed to a presence that is open, respectful and collaborative. She works with individuals, couples, and families in crisis to help resolve conflict, improve communication skills, and work toward healthier relationships. She welcomes persons struggling with acculturation, identity, and/or inter-generational issues. Dr. Park holds a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and Doctor of Theology (Th.D) in Pastoral Theology and Counseling from Columbia Theological Seminary. Her clinical background includes over fifteen years of clinical experience including psychiatric in-patient units, addiction clinics, hospital chaplaincy, private practice, and academic teaching. With her understanding of the importance of spirituality & faith in clients’ lives she is able to provide spiritually-integrated psychotherapy.

Marsha obtained her Bachelors in Psychology and Sociology (with a certificate in her studies race, gender, and sexuality) from the University of Pittsburgh. She has her Masters in Counseling from Immaculata University and MBA, with a concentration in Healthcare Systems Management, from Desales University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Addiction and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Pennsylvania. Marsha committed to helping you meet your goals by tailoring her therapeutic approach to fit the unique needs of each child, adolescent, adult, couple or family. She will collaborate with you to identify what may be holding you back from the freedom to live a more enriching life. Her mission is to help you rediscover a sense of hope and encourage you to move forward with the feeling of empowerment and a renewed ability to cope with life's challenges. She provides a safe space where you will be truly heard, seen and understood. In this caring environment, you will receive objective feedback based on deep listening, and interventions for issues such as relationship conflict, substance use, depression, anxiety and stress management. This process is tailored to your unique needs and situation, with the focus on developing strategies to assist in reaching your goals

Lauren Morris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. The breadth of Lauren's experience has been providing client-centered, strength-based individual therapy to adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses, mood disorders, grief and loss, and trauma. 

Lauren completed her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh and her Master of Social Work (MSW) at West Chester University.

Her relatability and compassion provides a safe and nonjudgmental space where vulnerabilities and experiences can be shared. Lauren approaches therapy as a collaborative process, focusing on the uniqueness of the individual and couple. She utilizes a variety of evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed approaches.

Lauren is passionate about partnering with individuals and couples to achieve positive and lasting changes in their lives. Her practice promotes the health and wellbeing of her clients to foster healthy relationships with themselves and others, to cultivate purpose and meaning, and to ultimately live their best life possible.

Guilhem Combet is a Master’s Level Clinician working towards licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He is deeply committed to working with adolescents and adults to help them address the unique challenges they face and discover new ways to navigate the stressors of life. He specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-esteem. Guilhem completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Franklin & Marshall College and his Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling at New York University.

Guilhem’s professional experience enables him to determine the best way to support his clients that is personalized and focused on the unique aspects of their challenges. He utilizes multiple evidence-based treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and mindfulness.

Life can present many challenges that we don’t have the skills to handle yet. Guilhem is committed to creating a judgment-free space for you to be your authentic self and supporting you on your journey to discover new skills that will help you live a more fulfilling life. If this speaks to what you’re dealing with, schedule an appointment with him today!

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