
Avia James
Hello, and congratulations on your first step in becoming BetterHelped. With blended experience in different therapeutic settings and modalities, including Inpatient, Outpatient and Corrections, I am confident that I have the tools, experience and knowledge to assist and support you in your endeavor to rise above life challenges. I hold a Master's of Arts in Professional Clinical Counseling and I am licensed as a Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I am certified as a Co-Occurring Counselor by the Pennsylvania Certification Board and specialize in providing counseling to those affected by both mental health and substance use disorders. I believe that having a strong therapeutic alliance is at the core of successful outcomes. I believe that having a good connection with your counselor is key to putting theory into practice. That being said, my main goal, with any therapeutic encounter I have, is to create a working environment that feels safe, positive and non-judgmental. I employ creative methods in my effort to encourage and allow you to be YOU and to help you feel more comfortable in your own skin. I strive to empower you as an individual and help you bring all your personal strengths out to the forefront. I aim to assist you to strengthen the connection with the inner voice I am confident you have deep down, as I aspire to get you to see your ability to self-heal. Thank you for considering me as your next counselor and I look forward to being a part in your self-search endeavor.

Mary Pollock
I have worked in the Human Services field for 42 years. My expertise is in working with individuals and family members affected by addiction. mood disorders, adjustment issues related to life changes, women's issues, and conflict resolution. My orientation is influenced by in-depth training in Gestalt therapy, CBT, and Motivational therapy. My approach is person-centered, meaning that we will focus on your perception of your needs and how therapy will best benefit you. My career path has included providing inpatient and outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, inpatient, partial, and outpatient mental health treatment, and training and staff development for new counselors. I have worked with individuals of all ages and with a wide variety of difficulties. I am sure that I will be able to assist you in finding your answers.

Debi Davis
I have 30 years experience in the areas of correctional counseling and vocational rehabilitation counseling. I have worked with clients who have had concern in areas such as depression, anxiety, dependency, career challenges, PTSD, ADHD and ADD. My counseling style is interactive, empowering and engaging. My approach utilizes client centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy. I look forward to assisting anyone towards improving their life and would to be excited to share in their journey of self discovery and full self potential.

Susan Sciarratta
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 9 years of professional counseling experience. In my prior career, I was a professional engineer for 20 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Laure DeForges
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, depression and various life challenges. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am also happy that you've chosen me to begin your journey towards healing.

John Miller
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Peggy Nadenichek
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 45 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Samuel 'Sam' Fuge
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I work with various approaches and theories such as psychodynamic approaches, internal family systems, Gestalt therapy, solution focused therapy, and EMDR for trauma, anxiety, phobias, and more. My passion is finding the core of the issue and working to resolve it so that you feel better for good, not just for a little bit until the symptoms come back. I believe we all hold the solutions to our problems and therapy is meant to help us discover what those solutions are and to use them! Prior to being a therapist, I worked for over a decade as a paramedic and before that I was a high school band director (only for a few years). I have a vast array of experiences and perspectives that are helpful for my clients to gain insight into their own experiences. I live in western PA and I have a sweet, lovable, and protective dog named Miss Marylin. I enjoy theater, music, reading, and talking with friends in my free time. If you feel we might be a good fit, I’d love to talk to you and help get you to your goal!

Joel Davison
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, & relationship issues. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Dr. Robert Wilson
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, motivation, & self esteem. I also have experience working with conflict in the workplace and interpersonally. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Masontown
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Masontown available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Masontown therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Masontown therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Masontown region and in the state of Pennsylvania.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Masontown can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Masontown may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.