Our counselors provide co-parenting counseling in Wyomissing, PA

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in nursing and behavioral health. I work with clients across the lifespan who are navigating a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges and are seeking thoughtful, collaborative care. I strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.

I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Eastern University. My clinical approach is mindfulness-based and grounded in helping clients harness the power of the present moment to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences. I value meaningful dialogue and individualized care.

I believe healing begins with connection and self-awareness. My goal is to help you build insight, develop effective coping skills, and move toward the highest version of yourself while living life on your terms. I welcome the opportunity to support you—reach out today to schedule an appointment.

I am a licensed associate professional counselor (LAPC) with 2 years of experience supporting clients through life changes, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, and OCD. I also have experience working with veterans and individuals navigating trauma. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors, and aim to create a space where clients feel understood and supported.

I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio. My approach integrates techniques that explore thoughts, emotions, and behavior. I tailor each session to the client’s needs and prioritize collaboration to help them work toward meaningful goals.

Starting counseling can feel intimidating, so I focus on creating a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you feel safe and supported. You deserve to be validated, seen, and heard as you work toward healing. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’m here to walk with you—let’s begin whenever you’re ready.

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.

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 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.

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. 

Joseph Storz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 30 years of counseling experience with adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples seeking help to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. 

Joe completed his master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of Scranton. He has training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TFCBT) and family systems therapy. Joe utilizes relational, collaborative, cognitive behavioral, solution focused, mindfulness based, and emotionally focused approaches to therapy, always maintaining respect, empathy, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual, family, and couple. 

Joe seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire. 

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 8 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and related mental health concerns, supporting individuals through some of the most challenging moments of their lives with empathy and clinical expertise.

I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Purdue University. My clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based practice and focuses on comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individualized treatment planning tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals.

I work collaboratively with clients to help them identify underlying concerns, build effective coping strategies, and make meaningful progress toward improved mental health. I am committed to creating a supportive, respectful space where you feel heard and empowered, and I encourage you to take the next step by scheduling an appointment today.

Carolina Egbe Njikam is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMHNP-BC) licensed in the States of Pennsylvania and Maryland who has over 10 years of nursing experience. Carolina specializes in psychological trauma, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, OCD-related issues, insomnia/sleeping disorders, and addiction issues. 

Carolina graduated from Wilkes University with a Post-Graduate Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner APRN Certificate. She also holds a Master's degree in Nursing leadership and Management and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Western Governor's University. Carolina has psychotherapy training and incorporates multiple modalities, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), culturally sensitive (CST), and person-centered techniques (PCT) into treatment in addition to medication management.

Life is a surprise full of surprises, and Carolina believes that, as humans, we all have a past, but our past does not dictate the future. She believes that the most important aspect of care is listening to every patient's unique story. Her goal is to create an environment built on safety and trust. Carolina seeks to provide patients with the confidence to leave the session empowered and encouraged. Her goal is for each patient to attain optimum well-being and long-term happiness.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience supporting adults who often feel stuck, lost, or alone as they work toward healing and change. I help clients struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where you are the expert of your story. Together, we’ll identify your goals and create a safe, compassionate space to explore, reflect, and move forward at your own pace.

I earned my Master’s in Professional Clinical Counseling from La Salle University. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help reframe unhelpful thoughts and dialectical behavior therapy to build coping skills and emotional regulation. My approach blends insight, empathy, and empowerment to help you feel grounded and supported.

It takes courage to ask for help, but you don’t have to do it alone. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental environment where you can share openly and begin your journey of healing and self-discovery. You deserve a life filled with happiness, purpose, and connection—and I would be honored to help you get there.

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.

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!