Grace Christian Counselors

Education: Master’s degree in Education; Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Duquesne University

Experience: Executive Director and Founder of Grace Christian Counseling; Since 1997 he has been helping children, adolescents, and adults suffering with many different issues

Tools: Attachment Based Therapy, Splankna Healing, Therapeutic Parent Coach

For You: Steve specializes in working with hurting families including those who have foster, adopted, or traumatized children

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work

Experience: Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in providing therapy to adults and late adolescents in the community and private sector

Tools: Provides evidence-based treatments supported by the truth of the Bible

For You: Louise has provided treatment to individuals experiencing challenges with mental health disorders, addictions, abuse and relationship issues

Education: Master’s degree in clinical mental health from Geneva College

Experience: Works individuals struggling with stress management, adult ADHD, Anxiety/Depression, Eating Disorders, Postpartum/Fertility issues, Insomnia Chronic Pain and most other mental health issues

Tools: Steph appreciates holistic and integrative practices, as well as inviting faith-based approaches into therapeutic relationships. Steph believes in the wellness model of taking care of the mind, body, and soul.

For You: Steph comes from a distinctive background, having spent two decades as a cosmetologist specializing in holistic and chemical-free professional hair treatments. This experience fueled her enthusiasm for assisting others and cultivated her ability to connect with people individually.

Education: Master of Arts degree in Human Services Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University

Experience: Relationship coach and counselor with 15+ years of experience providing individuals, married couples, and those preparing for marriage with insights that focus on the couple’s strength assessments, communication, conflict resolution, finances, family of origin examinations, and intimacy

Tools: Relies heavily on Biblical truths to support the practical and clinical guidance he offers his clients

For You: Revealing God’s purpose for marriage and His desire for Godly men to head Christian households are Aki’s primary passions

Education: Bachelor’s in Student Ministries with a minor in Psychology; Master’s in Family Counseling from Geneva College

Experience: Has worked with troubled youth in a residential setting, specializing in working with youth with sexually maladaptive behaviors along with their families for over 6 years

Tools: Trauma-Informed Care

For You: Adam integrates many of his counseling skills with faith based principles and serving as a resource for his clients and local churches

Education: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health from Waynesburg University

Experience: Director of a Men’s Recovery Home Ministry; works with court-ordered adults with substance use and mental health disorders. As well as working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, marital problems, and adjustment disorders

Tools: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Biblical truth in her counseling sessions

For You: Becca partners with clients to help them find healing from past hurts and security in their identity in Christ; she meets clients wherever they are and supports them in moving forward with their current circumstances

Education: B.S. in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Development; M.A. in Guidance Counselor Education from the University of South Florida; Doctorate in Clinical Christian Counseling from Jacksonville Theological Seminary

Experience: Has been in private practice for 20 years and has counseled adults and older teens with issues ranging from marriage/relationship problems, anxiety, and depression to bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder

Tools: Uses a Person-Centered approach and customizes it according to the unique needs and goals of each client

For You: Maryann believes in the transformative work of Christ through the disciplines of faith; clients learn various skills, perspectives, and strategies to successfully overcome and work through difficult life situations and experiences

Education: Master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Experience: Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years experience

Tools: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Reality Therapy and Psycho-Education

For You: Jaclyn strives to help clients find forgiveness and grace from their past, solutions and peace in their present, and hope for their future

Education: Bachelor’s in Psychology from Saint Vincent College and Master’s in Counselor Education from Penn State University

Experience: Has been working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 28 years. She also does marriage and couple’s counseling.

Tools: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, while incorporating strength-based, mindfulness, and expressive arts interventions from a trauma-informed approach

For You: Maria has a passion for emotional and mental health, believes everyone has a purpose, and is avid about supporting individuals to improve their lives through increased awareness and understanding of self

Education: Amy graduated from Penn State University with Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Human Development and Family Studies. She furthered her education by earning a Master’s degree in Social Work from Edinboro University.

Experience: Amy has over a decade of experience working with troubled youth in residential treatment centers in both California and Pennsylvania. Her roles have spanned from activities coordinator to program manager, administrator, house parent, and counselor. After taking several years to focus on raising her children, Amy returned to counseling in 2019 and is currently pursuing her license as a clinical social worker in Pennsylvania.

Tools: Amy uses a client-centered approach and integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She combines these approaches with faith and the truth of scripture to provide holistic support to her clients. Her expertise includes working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions.

About Amy: Amy is a mother of four children, ranging in age from 9 to 21. In her free time, she enjoys family game nights, listening to podcasts, traveling, hiking, and savoring a good cup of coffee.

Education: Alexis has a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Master’s of Arts in Pastoral Counseling, both from Regent University. She also has a Master’s of Science in Non-profit Administration from Louisiana State University.

Experience: Alexis has experience working in both clinical and church-based settings with children, tens, college students, adults, and retirees.

Tools: With her background in both ministry and clinical settings it comes naturally for Alexis to integrate evidence-based clinical techniques with a strong faith-based focus.

For You: Alexis has a passion for examining how mental and emotional conditions both reflect and influence one’s life journey and is continuing to seek new ways to combine her love for mental health counseling with her passion for ministry, leadership, and community-based efforts.

Education: BA in Political Science and Sociology from the University of Pittsburgh, Clinical MSW from the University of Pennsylvania

Experience: My work in University counseling centers and in campus ministry has given me specific expertise in adjustment, anxiety, interpersonal issues, and work with emerging adults.

Tools: Psychodynamic and relational therapy, Attachment-based therapy, Solutions-focused Therapy, Strengths-based

About Savanna:  In my free time, I love crafts, traveling, trying new restaurants/coffee shops, and hiking.

Education: Dave received both his Master’s in Arts in Counseling and his Master’s in Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Cincinnati Christian University.

Experience: Dave has experience in both private practice and community mental health settings. This diverse background has equipped him with an understanding of clients from diverse backgrounds. Dave has experience with attachment issues and has worked with foster and adoptive families and children.

Tools: Dave utilizes a Faith-Based approach integrated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychoeducation. 

For You: Dave’s diverse background and techniques allow him to work with a broad range of issues and clients. His passion and expertise is in working with addiction, dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, marriage and family work, grief and loss, attachment and bonding and premarital counseling.

Education: Steve holds a master’s degree in Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Experience: Steve has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions with individuals, couples and families.

Tools: Steve utilizes a Faith-Based approach integrated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)..

For You: Raised as a Christian, Steve deviated from that path as a teen, but came back to Our Lord in my 30th year.  At that time, Steve met his wife, Merlyn, who helped him to deepen his faith.  Steve has always found it a great joy to work with clients who are Christian, as faith and prayer have shown, time and time again, to be powerful tools for helping my clients attain their counseling goals.

Education: Dave received both his Master’s in Arts in Counseling and his Master’s in Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Cincinnati Christian University.

Experience: Dave has experience in both private practice and community mental health settings. This diverse background has equipped him with an understanding of clients from diverse backgrounds. Dave has experience with attachment issues and has worked with foster and adoptive families and children.

Tools: Dave utilizes a Faith-Based approach integrated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychoeducation. 

For You: Dave’s diverse background and techniques allow him to work with a broad range of issues and clients. His passion and expertise is in working with addiction, dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, marriage and family work, grief and loss, attachment and bonding and premarital counseling.

Education: Adrienne attended Clarion University of Pennsylvania (now Penn West Clarion) and earned a Bachelor of Arts in both Psychology and Art. She furthered her education at Seton Hill University, where she obtained a Master of Art in Art Therapy with a Specialization in Counseling. Adrienne is currently working towards becoming a Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania.

Experience: Adrienne has a strong belief in the power of art to provide insight and support the recovery process for individuals. She has experience working with diverse populations, including children, older adults, and those with spiritual needs. In her work, she incorporates various art therapy strategies as tools for communication and to encourage change in her clients.

Tools: Adrienne employs a Person-Centered approach, meeting clients where they are in their journey and considering all aspects of their lives to create a safe and productive therapeutic environment. She integrates art therapy as a central part of her work, using creative expression to enhance her clients’ healing and growth.

About me: In her spare time, Adrienne enjoys creating art, kayaking, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She has a deep love for animals and nature, and she particularly enjoys horseback riding. Adrienne is available to see clients at the Irwin and Penn Hills offices.

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About Josue:

Currently a doctoral student desiring to offer quality and holistic care. In my spare time, I look forward to spending time with my wife and wonderful children.  

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Over 8 years of experience providing outpatient and individual counseling as well as working in a private therapeutic school for teenagers as a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

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About Gieyun:

Over the course of 15 years, Gieyun has worked with teenagers and families in local churches. It is her passion to create a safe and nurturing environment for mental well-being and personal development. Using evidence-based therapeutic techniques and Christian values, she seeks to support individuals in navigating their struggles and healing both emotionally and spiritually.