Our therapists provide life coaching in Wyomissing, PA

Lauren Shaak is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, and seniors manage anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addiction, stress, and self-esteem challenges. She offers individual, couples, and family counseling to clients who are open, motivated, and ready to change their lives for the better. Lauren believes treatment should invite discussion of diverse issues, needs, and goals, and that a positive dynamic between therapist and client is key. The ability to connect with all clients is at the heart of her philosophy of care.

Lauren has a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Alvernia University. She utilizes a variety of approaches including acceptance and commitment therapy, existential therapy, culturally sensitive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy.

Starting therapy can be daunting, but the healing journey doesn’t have to be scary. Lauren offers a space to be seen, heard, and validated at a time when feelings of fear and vulnerability may be at their peak. Please consider the benefits of beginning a healing, therapeutic journey with a counselor who can offer support, empathy, and perspective.

I am a licensed associate professional counselor (LAPC) with 2 years of experience providing counseling to adults navigating identity, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I value self-exploration, collaboration, and trust in our therapeutic relationship; it is important to me that you feel affirmed and supported. If you are looking for a cheerleader on your path to your best self, that is the space I aim to create with you!

I earned my master’s degree in counseling psychology from Temple University. My work is grounded in a person-centered, gender-affirming, and culturally informed framework. I draw from dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and narrative therapy, to name a few.

Seeking support can feel difficult, but it can also be deeply rewarding. I strive to create a gentle, collaborative environment where you feel heard. Together, we will move at a pace that feels right for you, supporting your ability to reconnect with yourself and take an active role in rewriting the story of your life.

I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) with 1 year of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. My passion for helping others began in teaching and caregiving before I discovered my calling in counseling. I work with clients ages 12+ from diverse backgrounds to address trauma, anxiety, depression, family dynamics, relationship concerns, and self-esteem. I strive to create a space where healing, growth, and self-discovery can take root.

I earned a Master’s in Clinical Counseling from Moravian University. My approach integrates compassion, collaboration, and perspective-building to foster personal growth. I help clients reframe challenges, explore new insights, and strengthen their sense of security and resilience through open dialogue and mutual understanding.

You deserve a therapist who truly sees and accepts you without judgment. I will meet you with honesty, empathy, and respect, creating a safe space where you can do more than survive. My goal is to empower you to build the life you desire, one rooted in growth, peace, and authenticity.

Leanna Hassler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 6 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents, young adults, and adults explore their unique challenges, adapt to changes in life, and thrive as their true self. Leanna's counseling specialties include treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, women's issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and relationship/family issues.

Leanna completed her Master's degree in Clinical Counseling at Alvernia University. She has worked in family based services, community health, and private practice. She utilizes her passion for helping others and her clinical experience to foster genuine and collaborative relationships with clients. Leanna pulls from multiple treatment approaches dependant upon client needs including but not limited to person-centered therapy (PCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, ecosystemic structural family therapy (ESFT), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).

Life can get the best of us all at times. It takes great courage to reach out for help with whatever you are struggling with. Leanna is ready to walk beside you on your journey in becoming the best version of yourself. Schedule your first session today.

Dr. Alberto Figueroa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC, CFT) and a Certified Family Therapist with more than 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, chronic stress, couples issues, family conflict, and more. 

He earned his Master's degree in Clinical Counseling and went on to earn a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from Northcentral University. Additionally, he studied structural family therapy to understand people's interconnectedness. He uses a combined approach to counseling that maintains one theoretical perspective as its foundation (Adlerian psychodynamic therapy) and applies interventions from other theories to individualize treatment. 

Dr. Al believes therapy helps individuals become aware of the obstacles that hinder their goals. Armed with awareness, persons can examine behavior patterns, discover alternative possibilities, implement change, and learn to accept their reality. However, therapy works best when clients and counselors work collaboratively to achieve the desired objectives.

Dr. Al has helped many persons overcome life challenges and learn to live fulfilling lives by developing a caring relationship and using multiple counseling interventions. He looks forward to developing therapeutic relationships that empower individuals to become their best selves and enhance the quality of their lives.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over eight years of experience in the mental health field. I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, low self-esteem, life transitions, poor coping skills, and chronic stress. My experience working with low-income individuals and families, combined with living with a physical disability, allows me to provide compassionate guidance and support clients are seeking.

I earned my bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Art and my master’s in Clinical Counseling from Alvernia University. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused methods to help clients feel empowered and understood.

I know starting therapy can feel intimidating, so my goal is to provide a warm, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and encouraged. I help them build on their strengths and take steps toward their goals. Appointments can be scheduled online or by phone today!

Jessica deOrnellas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. Jessica has been working in the helping field since 2014 and working as an outpatient therapist since 2017. She has extensive experience providing evidence-based treatment to a wide variety of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. Individuals who are seeking help in dealing with anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral issues, undeveloped coping skills, grief, transitional periods, low self-esteem, stress, and addictions would be a good fit for Jessica.

Jessica received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Albright College and received her Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling at Alvernia University. Through educational and occupational experiences, she has provided treatment in outpatient, residential, in-home, and school-based settings. Jessica draws on a variety of practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-focused cognitive approaches (TF-CBT), person-centered methods, dialectical behavioral therapy (BDT) skills, and positive psychology. 

She cares about the overall well-being of her clients. Jessica aims to her client achieve their goals in mental health, education and career settings, relationship dynamics, support building, decision making, and personal life choices in order to create an overall healthy and fulfilling life that works for each individual. 

Nastassja Hanna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with five years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction within the family, relationship issues, borderline personality, self-esteem, spiritual and religious issues, and life adjustments.

Nastassja completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) at Lancaster Bible College| | Capital Seminary and Graduate School. She has worked with a diverse population providing counseling and skills-building for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples struggling with persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse/use disorders. She also has previous experience counseling in a college setting and providing in-home, family-based therapy using the Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) model to children and adolescents in danger of out-of-home placement. Nastassja’s personal and professional experiences enable her to provide guidance, support, and evidence-based treatment her clients seek. Nastassja utilizes multiples treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Christian Counseling, Family Systems, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Reality Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT).

Most people struggle, even amid what appear to be successful lives. As we all experience life transitions and challenges, Nastassja is confident that she will be able to support you on your journey to change and growth. She trusts that with professional guidance, skills, and tools, you can author the story of your happiness by freeing yourself from suffering to live a life committed to values-based living. If you are ready to begin this journey in partnership with Nastassja, schedule an appointment with her today.