Therapists in Johnstown, PA
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Choices Clinical Counseling-Accepting New Clients!
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Johnstown, PA 15904
Start your healing journey with Choices. Experience top-tier care from the best clinical staff in the area. Whether it's depression, anxiety, or trauma, our family-owned practice is committed to guiding you towards your goals. Make the right choice for your mental health. Feel the difference that personalized, high-quality therapy can make. You matter to us because your mental health is our top priority.
Start your healing journey with Choices. Experience top-tier care from the best clinical staff in the area. Whether it's depression, anxiety, or trauma, our family-owned practice is committed to guiding you towards your goals. Make the right choice for your mental health. Feel the difference that personalized, high-quality therapy can make. You matter to us because your mental health is our top priority.
Lighted Path Therapy Service, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
Has anyone suggested that you talk to someone about what you’re dealing with? Are you thinking it might be a good idea to get an outside perspective on things you’re going through? Maybe you’re not sure about this whole “therapy” thing but, part of you wonders if it could help. Do you usually have a handle on things but lately you’re overwhelmed, irritable, and feel like something needs to change? Or, do you just need someone to talk to? Therapy can give you the opportunity to explore what you’re feeling, reflect, learn and grow in a safe, compassionate, and psychologically supportive environment.
Has anyone suggested that you talk to someone about what you’re dealing with? Are you thinking it might be a good idea to get an outside perspective on things you’re going through? Maybe you’re not sure about this whole “therapy” thing but, part of you wonders if it could help. Do you usually have a handle on things but lately you’re overwhelmed, irritable, and feel like something needs to change? Or, do you just need someone to talk to? Therapy can give you the opportunity to explore what you’re feeling, reflect, learn and grow in a safe, compassionate, and psychologically supportive environment.
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Crystal Dumas-Agency Has No Waiting List!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
The word counseling can be given a negative view. We live in a society where there is judgement, lack of empathy, and everyone focusing on self; that can be a lonely, overwhelming life to live. Knowing these trials, my goal as a counselor is to walk with you through your process of healing and restoration. This means that counseling is simply focusing on your strengths, and addressing the steps that you feel are best to make a new direction to have an overflow of more greatness in life. Everyone needs a boost of support to get through each day. So, lets take that first step together!
The word counseling can be given a negative view. We live in a society where there is judgement, lack of empathy, and everyone focusing on self; that can be a lonely, overwhelming life to live. Knowing these trials, my goal as a counselor is to walk with you through your process of healing and restoration. This means that counseling is simply focusing on your strengths, and addressing the steps that you feel are best to make a new direction to have an overflow of more greatness in life. Everyone needs a boost of support to get through each day. So, lets take that first step together!
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Alexa Cruz-Agency Has No Waiting List!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
Are you looking to find a positive sense of self or learn healthier ways to problem solve your day-to-day life? I provide mentoring, support, and skills to people who are struggling with identity, coping skills, behavioral struggles, and trauma. I aspire to empower individual struggles, build on individual strengths, and observe the growth made through the therapy process. I believe every client is different, unique, and have their own way to show motivation for change in treatment. I have a passion for encouragement, support to identify internal strengths, build self-confidence, and identify individual morals and values.
Are you looking to find a positive sense of self or learn healthier ways to problem solve your day-to-day life? I provide mentoring, support, and skills to people who are struggling with identity, coping skills, behavioral struggles, and trauma. I aspire to empower individual struggles, build on individual strengths, and observe the growth made through the therapy process. I believe every client is different, unique, and have their own way to show motivation for change in treatment. I have a passion for encouragement, support to identify internal strengths, build self-confidence, and identify individual morals and values.
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Agency Has No Waiting List!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, QMHP
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
Sometimes life is hard and having someone you can talk to who is educated, experienced and honest can be beneficial in helping you find ways to deal with hard times. Therapy is a great tool that will allow you to have a better understanding of who you are and why you feel and react the way that you do or why you don't! I believe that therapy is not something that is "cookie cutter" it is individualized to every person based on a combination of things. Therapy is effective when you have an open mind and are willing to make changes, while understanding that the process to getting yourself to a better mental/emotional place takes time.
Sometimes life is hard and having someone you can talk to who is educated, experienced and honest can be beneficial in helping you find ways to deal with hard times. Therapy is a great tool that will allow you to have a better understanding of who you are and why you feel and react the way that you do or why you don't! I believe that therapy is not something that is "cookie cutter" it is individualized to every person based on a combination of things. Therapy is effective when you have an open mind and are willing to make changes, while understanding that the process to getting yourself to a better mental/emotional place takes time.
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Moore Counseling Services - New Clients Accepted
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15907 (Online Only)
Choosing to connect with a counselor is a commendable step towards personal growth and well-being. Moore Counseling Services offers confidential and customer-driven sessions, informed by ethics-driven training and experienced, non-judgemental client-focus. Customers share what they wish of their life story or current situation and seek understanding for current challenges, needs, or interests. Training and experience paired with respect, empathy, and professionalism put you in control each step of the way so that work together always leaves you with the final say.
Choosing to connect with a counselor is a commendable step towards personal growth and well-being. Moore Counseling Services offers confidential and customer-driven sessions, informed by ethics-driven training and experienced, non-judgemental client-focus. Customers share what they wish of their life story or current situation and seek understanding for current challenges, needs, or interests. Training and experience paired with respect, empathy, and professionalism put you in control each step of the way so that work together always leaves you with the final say.
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Dr Mary Berge & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnstown, PA 15905 (Online Only)
At Dr. Mary Berge and Associates, you will be provided with the best care in the region, in our serene, and confidential, private practice setting. Our highly trained mental health specialists are ready to help you & your family, so don't wait another day to start changing your life... call now for an appointment.
At Dr. Mary Berge and Associates, you will be provided with the best care in the region, in our serene, and confidential, private practice setting. Our highly trained mental health specialists are ready to help you & your family, so don't wait another day to start changing your life... call now for an appointment.
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Jeanne (Jeana) Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
I have almost 25 years experience working as a licensed professional counselor. My training and expertise is in helping people overcome anxiety, panic, depression, mood disorders and PTSD. I also have also experience helping people manage chronic illness and pain.
I have almost 25 years experience working as a licensed professional counselor. My training and expertise is in helping people overcome anxiety, panic, depression, mood disorders and PTSD. I also have also experience helping people manage chronic illness and pain.
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Resolutions Counseling & Mediation Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15909
I am dedicated to helping people constructively resolve internal and external conflict by providing competent and thorough counseling and mediation services in a safe environment. I strive to work with my clientele to enhance communication skills, coping skills, healthy thought processes, & creative problem solving skills. My vision is to provide members of the community with the valuable tools necessary to assist them to lead the quality of life that they desire.
I am dedicated to helping people constructively resolve internal and external conflict by providing competent and thorough counseling and mediation services in a safe environment. I strive to work with my clientele to enhance communication skills, coping skills, healthy thought processes, & creative problem solving skills. My vision is to provide members of the community with the valuable tools necessary to assist them to lead the quality of life that they desire.
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Virginia Lewis-Agency Has No Waiting List!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, QMHP-R
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
I work with clients from a systematic approach. This approach allows clients to identify dysfunctional patterns of communication and other behaviors. This approach also aims to treat the underlying issues rather than solely focusing on the problem itself. I utilize a reality-based approach to treatment by using therapies that help clients establish greater control over their lives while enhancing the ability to build meaningful and effective relationships. My main goal is to provide a therapeutic environment where the clients can learn to focus on thoughts and behaviors as well as learning new adaptive experiences.
I work with clients from a systematic approach. This approach allows clients to identify dysfunctional patterns of communication and other behaviors. This approach also aims to treat the underlying issues rather than solely focusing on the problem itself. I utilize a reality-based approach to treatment by using therapies that help clients establish greater control over their lives while enhancing the ability to build meaningful and effective relationships. My main goal is to provide a therapeutic environment where the clients can learn to focus on thoughts and behaviors as well as learning new adaptive experiences.
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The life you are living might not feel like the life you want. Do you feel controlled by your emotions instead of being in control of them? Do you feel like a prisoner of your circumstances? Are you overwhelmed and frustrated but can't find a way out? As soon as you deal with one thing, something else would happen and just bring you down. All this would leave you feeling emotionally, mentally, and spiritually depleted. Sounds familiar?
The life you are living might not feel like the life you want. Do you feel controlled by your emotions instead of being in control of them? Do you feel like a prisoner of your circumstances? Are you overwhelmed and frustrated but can't find a way out? As soon as you deal with one thing, something else would happen and just bring you down. All this would leave you feeling emotionally, mentally, and spiritually depleted. Sounds familiar?
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Jennifer Drager-Agency Has No Waiting List!
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience in the child welfare system. I have been working in the counseling field for over 10 years, and I have been license eligible since 2019. I have worked with families and individuals on a variety of different concerns. I am a certified Safe Care parenting coach, and a Certified Family Trauma Professional. I have recently been working towards a a Trauma Focused CBT certification. I have experience working with families and improving communication concerns between parents and children.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience in the child welfare system. I have been working in the counseling field for over 10 years, and I have been license eligible since 2019. I have worked with families and individuals on a variety of different concerns. I am a certified Safe Care parenting coach, and a Certified Family Trauma Professional. I have recently been working towards a a Trauma Focused CBT certification. I have experience working with families and improving communication concerns between parents and children.
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SWiTCH Mental Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LBSC, CPSS
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904
Welcome to SWiTCH Mental Health Services, your virtual appointment specialist. We are proud to offer a professional staff of highly trained and licensed therapists who specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and mood issues. In addition to telehealth, we also offer in-office visits.
Welcome to SWiTCH Mental Health Services, your virtual appointment specialist. We are proud to offer a professional staff of highly trained and licensed therapists who specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and mood issues. In addition to telehealth, we also offer in-office visits.
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Our staff is a collection of talented and dedicated individually licensed professional clinicians (LPCs, LCSWs, and LSWs), who combine a love of their craft with a true desire to help others make real improvements to their quality of life. That passion shows in everything we do! We are a people-centered organization and we prioritize our clients, our integrity and excellence in treatment above all other things. Our aim is to be a force for good in the lives of our clients, in our communities and to put quality over quantity every time! "Serving others is our calling and the reason we are in business. We believe that our clients deserve the best service and the highest quality mental health therapy." - Amy M. Nielsen, President
Our staff is a collection of talented and dedicated individually licensed professional clinicians (LPCs, LCSWs, and LSWs), who combine a love of their craft with a true desire to help others make real improvements to their quality of life. That passion shows in everything we do! We are a people-centered organization and we prioritize our clients, our integrity and excellence in treatment above all other things. Our aim is to be a force for good in the lives of our clients, in our communities and to put quality over quantity every time! "Serving others is our calling and the reason we are in business. We believe that our clients deserve the best service and the highest quality mental health therapy." - Amy M. Nielsen, President
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Do you feel trapped by negative thought patterns? Does your negative thoughts often lead to depression or suicidal ideation? Do you wish you could stop these intrusive thoughts, but it feels like an unbreakable cycle? Some days, your anxiety might even push you to the point of tears. Depression can often cause impulsive, self harming behaviors or put a damper on the relationships around us. Life doesn't have to be like this. You are the captain to your life. Start making changes today!
Do you feel trapped by negative thought patterns? Does your negative thoughts often lead to depression or suicidal ideation? Do you wish you could stop these intrusive thoughts, but it feels like an unbreakable cycle? Some days, your anxiety might even push you to the point of tears. Depression can often cause impulsive, self harming behaviors or put a damper on the relationships around us. Life doesn't have to be like this. You are the captain to your life. Start making changes today!
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Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
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Mike Theodore-Agency Has No Waiting List!
Pre-Licensed Professional, QMHA-R, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
Are you ready to overcome your challenges? I specialize in, and have worked with, adults with Mental Illness and Chemical Abuse for over 15 years. Work with me on developing a healthy mindset and lifestyle! I believe in the value of physical activity and sports. I also participate in a lot of faith-based activities such as: Men's Ministry, Couples Ministry & Counseling, Family Life Ministry and Counseling.
Are you ready to overcome your challenges? I specialize in, and have worked with, adults with Mental Illness and Chemical Abuse for over 15 years. Work with me on developing a healthy mindset and lifestyle! I believe in the value of physical activity and sports. I also participate in a lot of faith-based activities such as: Men's Ministry, Couples Ministry & Counseling, Family Life Ministry and Counseling.
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Ranjita Geistlinger-Agency Has No Waiting List!
QMHA-R
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15904 (Online Only)
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed with life? Need someone to turn to for relief, someone who can walk beside you through difficult situations and help with new ways to cope for a better experience in life and in your relationships. I am here to support you and help you safely explore aspects of your life and emotions. I receive clinical supervision from Lakeetra Catchings LPC
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed with life? Need someone to turn to for relief, someone who can walk beside you through difficult situations and help with new ways to cope for a better experience in life and in your relationships. I am here to support you and help you safely explore aspects of your life and emotions. I receive clinical supervision from Lakeetra Catchings LPC
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Soul Compass Counseling/Marisa Schuster, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, CGP, CFRC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15905
Hi! Thank you for clicking my profile. Are you stressed and not sure how to handle it? Are you coping with grief ? Do you need support and motivation to meet your goals? Life can be overwhelming at times. I'd like to help you identify your stressors and help bring more calm and happiness back into your life. I offer a safe environment to help support you on your path. If you find yourself repeating the same patterns, call me. What do you have to lose? Too busy to meet in person? I also offer online counseling services. Call or email me for more information.
Hi! Thank you for clicking my profile. Are you stressed and not sure how to handle it? Are you coping with grief ? Do you need support and motivation to meet your goals? Life can be overwhelming at times. I'd like to help you identify your stressors and help bring more calm and happiness back into your life. I offer a safe environment to help support you on your path. If you find yourself repeating the same patterns, call me. What do you have to lose? Too busy to meet in person? I also offer online counseling services. Call or email me for more information.
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Sarah Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, PA 15905 (Online Only)
Hello! Congratulations on taking your first step on your healing journey. My name is Sarah. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. I then continued my education through the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, receiving my master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Hello! Congratulations on taking your first step on your healing journey. My name is Sarah. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. I then continued my education through the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, receiving my master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
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Number of Therapists in Johnstown, PA
50+
Average cost per session
$115
Therapists in Johnstown, PA who prioritize treating:
93% | Depression |
93% | Anxiety |
77% | Coping Skills |
75% | Self Esteem |
68% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
77% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
75% | Aetna |
73% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Johnstown, PA see their clients
56% | Online Only | |
44% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Johnstown?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.