Child Therapists in Ligonier, PA
Connections Counseling of Western Pennsylvania
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Div, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Ligonier, PA 15658
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. In particular, I work with individuals (and their families) impacted by traumatic stress. I would describe traumatic stress as an "unhealed wound." These wounds can manifest themselves in disruptive behaviors, defiance, anxiety, depression, struggles with focus, aggression, self-injury, perfectionism and substance use. When wounds are triggered it is common for the person to engage in a fight, flight, or freeze response. The trauma oriented work that I offer assists people of all ages to engage in more effective responses to their wounds. The fight, flight, or freeze response goes away.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. In particular, I work with individuals (and their families) impacted by traumatic stress. I would describe traumatic stress as an "unhealed wound." These wounds can manifest themselves in disruptive behaviors, defiance, anxiety, depression, struggles with focus, aggression, self-injury, perfectionism and substance use. When wounds are triggered it is common for the person to engage in a fight, flight, or freeze response. The trauma oriented work that I offer assists people of all ages to engage in more effective responses to their wounds. The fight, flight, or freeze response goes away.
Christina Blevins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ligonier, PA 15658
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults ages 4-35.
Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of school, social media, or just life in general? If you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or if past experiences are weighing you down, I’m here to help. I offer a supportive and understanding space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll work on practical tools to help you navigate your unique challenges and build a more confident, balanced you. Let's build a life that feels good for you.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults ages 4-35.
Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of school, social media, or just life in general? If you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or if past experiences are weighing you down, I’m here to help. I offer a supportive and understanding space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll work on practical tools to help you navigate your unique challenges and build a more confident, balanced you. Let's build a life that feels good for you.
She uses a vast array of therapeutic modalities in providing treatment to her clients which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Child Centered Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution Focused Therapy.
Laurie specializes in treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as providing Individual Therapy to children, adolescents and young adults with a variety of mental health disorders. Laurie works closely with clients and their families in addressing mental health concerns. She provides treatment to individuals with a wide range of emotional, neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders including: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, language and learning disorders, mood disorders, conduct disorders and oppositional defiant disorders.
She uses a vast array of therapeutic modalities in providing treatment to her clients which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Child Centered Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution Focused Therapy.
Laurie specializes in treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as providing Individual Therapy to children, adolescents and young adults with a variety of mental health disorders. Laurie works closely with clients and their families in addressing mental health concerns. She provides treatment to individuals with a wide range of emotional, neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders including: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, language and learning disorders, mood disorders, conduct disorders and oppositional defiant disorders.
healthy4lifecounseling.com
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ligonier, PA 15658
Throughout life's journey, there are many paths, some more challenging than others. As we learn to make healthy habits part on of our lives, we become happier and more fulfilled in other areas. Counseling can help one work through many challenges such as: Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Work-Related Issues, Adolescent stressors (I have been working with adolescents for over 20 years in various settings), Parenting Issues, such as the unique challenges mother's of multiples encounter (I have personal experience with this, as I have twin boys), Grief and Loss,Pre-marital counseling,Marriage and Family difficulties, and Wellness.
Throughout life's journey, there are many paths, some more challenging than others. As we learn to make healthy habits part on of our lives, we become happier and more fulfilled in other areas. Counseling can help one work through many challenges such as: Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Work-Related Issues, Adolescent stressors (I have been working with adolescents for over 20 years in various settings), Parenting Issues, such as the unique challenges mother's of multiples encounter (I have personal experience with this, as I have twin boys), Grief and Loss,Pre-marital counseling,Marriage and Family difficulties, and Wellness.
Ronda Overly-Ripple
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Ligonier, PA 15658
I believe that the core to effective therapy is a strong and trusting relationship between therapist and client. Within this working relationship we can explore deeper issues and learn healthier ways of coping and bringing about positive change. People have within themselves the ability to heal but finding that inner strength is sometimes limited by unhealthy coping skills, stress, trauma and grief. It is important to treat the whole person, not just the addiction. I utilize a Person Centered/Strength Based Approach in helping clients reach their goals.
I believe that the core to effective therapy is a strong and trusting relationship between therapist and client. Within this working relationship we can explore deeper issues and learn healthier ways of coping and bringing about positive change. People have within themselves the ability to heal but finding that inner strength is sometimes limited by unhealthy coping skills, stress, trauma and grief. It is important to treat the whole person, not just the addiction. I utilize a Person Centered/Strength Based Approach in helping clients reach their goals.
Heather Lee- Innersight Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ligonier, PA 15658 (Online Only)
Have you been struggling with trying to figure out a better way to manage your life and situations? Do you find it hard to have motivation to do things? Do you struggle with adversity and managing stressors? Do you have issues with addictions? I try to be non-judgmental and supportive to validate people and help them learn new ways of coping and living to improve their quality of life. I also run Art Therapy groups to increase insight and mindfulness about symptoms/coping skills, which have been effective in improving moods and decreasing stress, creating a sense of community, and a family away from family (but not during COVID).
Have you been struggling with trying to figure out a better way to manage your life and situations? Do you find it hard to have motivation to do things? Do you struggle with adversity and managing stressors? Do you have issues with addictions? I try to be non-judgmental and supportive to validate people and help them learn new ways of coping and living to improve their quality of life. I also run Art Therapy groups to increase insight and mindfulness about symptoms/coping skills, which have been effective in improving moods and decreasing stress, creating a sense of community, and a family away from family (but not during COVID).
I enjoy helping clients that are ready to create positive change in their lives through working on various life issues such as grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
I enjoy helping clients that are ready to create positive change in their lives through working on various life issues such as grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
More Therapists Nearby
We have extensive experience working in the local school districts with children struggling emotionally and or behaviorally.
Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step in your life. We are offering therapy in Norwin, Greater Latrobe and Penn Trafford School Districts along with our offices in Greensburg. Innersight is proud to offer quality care with one of our 28 licensed therapists and CRNP's. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience and owner of our group practice. We work with children and adults with a wide range of mental health diagnosis including but not limited to : PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD & ODD. We also provide medication management with our 3 CRNP's.
We have extensive experience working in the local school districts with children struggling emotionally and or behaviorally.
Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step in your life. We are offering therapy in Norwin, Greater Latrobe and Penn Trafford School Districts along with our offices in Greensburg. Innersight is proud to offer quality care with one of our 28 licensed therapists and CRNP's. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience and owner of our group practice. We work with children and adults with a wide range of mental health diagnosis including but not limited to : PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD & ODD. We also provide medication management with our 3 CRNP's.
Family Matters Center for Relational Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Latrobe, PA 15650
We all struggle in the relationships that are important to us and need help some of the time to develop skills to strengthen these relationships. We lose connection and have difficulty communicating with our partners or spouses; we get stuck in conflict with our children; we lose track of who we are; we dread going to work because it feels hostile or unsafe; we question our faith; we have trouble expressing needs at school; and we neglect our bodies and our health. The relationships we have with ourselves and others are always evolving and we need to change with them.
We all struggle in the relationships that are important to us and need help some of the time to develop skills to strengthen these relationships. We lose connection and have difficulty communicating with our partners or spouses; we get stuck in conflict with our children; we lose track of who we are; we dread going to work because it feels hostile or unsafe; we question our faith; we have trouble expressing needs at school; and we neglect our bodies and our health. The relationships we have with ourselves and others are always evolving and we need to change with them.
My specialty lies in the treatment of children and adolescents.
I have been providing treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 20 years. I believe therapy should be designed to meet each persons specific needs and goals. Positive change works best in the context of a trusting, genuine, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. I will help you achieve growth by utilizing treatment methods that are best suited to your specific issues and personality.
My specialty lies in the treatment of children and adolescents.
I have been providing treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 20 years. I believe therapy should be designed to meet each persons specific needs and goals. Positive change works best in the context of a trusting, genuine, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. I will help you achieve growth by utilizing treatment methods that are best suited to your specific issues and personality.
Common issues children can have as they navigate this time are tantrums/meltdowns, low frustration tolerance, separation anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, and social issues.
Melissa received her Master’s Degree in Infant Mental Health Counseling from Chatham University. She is a licensed professional counselor. She primarily works with children and adolescents. Melissa uses child-led therapy practices to build rapport and trust in sessions. Melissa has experience with engaging clients in play therapy and attachment based therapy. She has worked with children experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, and other behavioral/emotions concerns. She enjoys working with children and families to improve the overall wellbeing of the child.
Common issues children can have as they navigate this time are tantrums/meltdowns, low frustration tolerance, separation anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, and social issues.
Melissa received her Master’s Degree in Infant Mental Health Counseling from Chatham University. She is a licensed professional counselor. She primarily works with children and adolescents. Melissa uses child-led therapy practices to build rapport and trust in sessions. Melissa has experience with engaging clients in play therapy and attachment based therapy. She has worked with children experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, and other behavioral/emotions concerns. She enjoys working with children and families to improve the overall wellbeing of the child.
Morgan Paul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Latrobe, PA 15650
I service children ages 4 and up, teens, and adults.
Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.
I service children ages 4 and up, teens, and adults.
Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.
Sherry Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Latrobe, PA 15650
Items often included in the agreement include child custody and visitation schedules and marital asset division (savings, retirement, alimony, etc) Please see my private practice website.
I understand that making the phone call to see a therapist can be a difficult task. I treat each person with care, compassion, and integrity. When I speak with you on the phone for the first time my main goal is to put you at ease and to empower you to continue to move forward giving you support when needed. Life offers so many challenges to us and sometimes we just need a little extra kindness and support from a therapist to move forward and live the life that we know was meant for us and our future.
Items often included in the agreement include child custody and visitation schedules and marital asset division (savings, retirement, alimony, etc) Please see my private practice website.
I understand that making the phone call to see a therapist can be a difficult task. I treat each person with care, compassion, and integrity. When I speak with you on the phone for the first time my main goal is to put you at ease and to empower you to continue to move forward giving you support when needed. Life offers so many challenges to us and sometimes we just need a little extra kindness and support from a therapist to move forward and live the life that we know was meant for us and our future.
Seeking help for your family and child can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Is your child struggling to communicate what they want or need? Which results in some problematic behaviors like hitting, throwing items, screaming or tantrums? They need to build the skills to appropriately get their needs met! Are you, the parents, struggling on what to do next, exhausted, feel like you don’t have the tools or support? That’s what I am here for, to provide the right tools and support for you parent with ease and calmness. You don’t have to do it alone, but I promise you already have the ability to meet your child’s needs!
Seeking help for your family and child can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Is your child struggling to communicate what they want or need? Which results in some problematic behaviors like hitting, throwing items, screaming or tantrums? They need to build the skills to appropriately get their needs met! Are you, the parents, struggling on what to do next, exhausted, feel like you don’t have the tools or support? That’s what I am here for, to provide the right tools and support for you parent with ease and calmness. You don’t have to do it alone, but I promise you already have the ability to meet your child’s needs!
Stefani Dzikiy-Wasil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Latrobe, PA 15650 (Online Only)
My passion is helping children, adolescents, and adults reach their full potential by providing hope and focusing on wellness so you can live the best life possible.
Sometimes you just need someone to listen and be there. Everyone experiences difficult situations from time to time and counseling can help you keep things in perspective and maintain a hopeful outlook. I would describe myself as creative, flexible, results driven, and interested in lifelong learning.
My passion is helping children, adolescents, and adults reach their full potential by providing hope and focusing on wellness so you can live the best life possible.
Sometimes you just need someone to listen and be there. Everyone experiences difficult situations from time to time and counseling can help you keep things in perspective and maintain a hopeful outlook. I would describe myself as creative, flexible, results driven, and interested in lifelong learning.
Deb Cole Warnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Latrobe, PA 15650 (Online Only)
I also have a long history of working with families who have children diagnosed with autism.
I work with clients identifying and resolving problems with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating/binge eating),trauma related issues, anxiety or panic attacks, depression, OCD, relationship issues, low self-esteem, difficulties with mood swings, and in need of coping techiques to deal with stress. I enjoy working with both women and men, adults, college students, adolescents and children. I often work closely with treatment teams professionals, such as medical professionals, nutritionists, and school counselors.. I offer individual & family counseling. My caring and supportive manner is balanced with a challenging and motivating style to help clients successfully meet their treatment goals.
I also have a long history of working with families who have children diagnosed with autism.
I work with clients identifying and resolving problems with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating/binge eating),trauma related issues, anxiety or panic attacks, depression, OCD, relationship issues, low self-esteem, difficulties with mood swings, and in need of coping techiques to deal with stress. I enjoy working with both women and men, adults, college students, adolescents and children. I often work closely with treatment teams professionals, such as medical professionals, nutritionists, and school counselors.. I offer individual & family counseling. My caring and supportive manner is balanced with a challenging and motivating style to help clients successfully meet their treatment goals.
Starting therapy is hard, finding a therapist that is the right fit for YOU can feel daunting! Many people seeking therapy just feel stuck, unmotivated and lost. Others seek therapy to learn ways to cope with a specific event or life circumstance. Please know, I am happy to answer questions as you start this journey. Individuals seeking therapy with me will be open to learning ways of responding to themselves with kindness and love. You will be receptive to connecting the ways previous experiences inform current relationships. Ideally, you will come ready to feel challenged, heard and seen.
Starting therapy is hard, finding a therapist that is the right fit for YOU can feel daunting! Many people seeking therapy just feel stuck, unmotivated and lost. Others seek therapy to learn ways to cope with a specific event or life circumstance. Please know, I am happy to answer questions as you start this journey. Individuals seeking therapy with me will be open to learning ways of responding to themselves with kindness and love. You will be receptive to connecting the ways previous experiences inform current relationships. Ideally, you will come ready to feel challenged, heard and seen.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of why you've been feeling down or struggling? In therapy, I aim to create an environment of compassion, acceptance, and empowerment, allowing individuals to explore their concerns. My client-centered approach helps you uncover your inner strengths and access the agency needed to facilitate meaningful changes. I incorporate psychoeducation to enhance your understanding of what you’re experiencing. I believe that everyone possesses the internal strength to overcome their struggles. I embrace this belief and actively challenge the stigma surrounding mental health by being a caring, compassionate,
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of why you've been feeling down or struggling? In therapy, I aim to create an environment of compassion, acceptance, and empowerment, allowing individuals to explore their concerns. My client-centered approach helps you uncover your inner strengths and access the agency needed to facilitate meaningful changes. I incorporate psychoeducation to enhance your understanding of what you’re experiencing. I believe that everyone possesses the internal strength to overcome their struggles. I embrace this belief and actively challenge the stigma surrounding mental health by being a caring, compassionate,
Center for Psychological Services & Life Coaching
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Latrobe, PA 15650
Our professional group practice offers various services including professional therapy, life coaching and testing services. At The Center, we are passionate about empowering people to find pathways of growth and healing, to gain awareness/understanding of barriers and obstacles to health, to see our clients discover their God-given temperaments and to help them grow lives they love living. We provide best practice clinical care while additionally offering a faith-based integrative approach to clients who would like to incorporate their spirituality into counseling.
Our professional group practice offers various services including professional therapy, life coaching and testing services. At The Center, we are passionate about empowering people to find pathways of growth and healing, to gain awareness/understanding of barriers and obstacles to health, to see our clients discover their God-given temperaments and to help them grow lives they love living. We provide best practice clinical care while additionally offering a faith-based integrative approach to clients who would like to incorporate their spirituality into counseling.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Ligonier, PA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Ligonier build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Ligonier build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.