History
Often the stigma surrounding counseling prevents those who truly want and need it from getting help. Television and movies have often portrayed therapists as stuffy, judgmental, and unhelpful. When we began Dunlap & Associates, we wanted to create a laid back atmosphere where clients feel their needs are met on an individual level. The name Dunlap means “with merit”, and we aim to strive for the highest quality of care no matter how big or small your issues are. Whether you are looking for help dealing with serious mental illness, or you are just looking to improve your quality of life, our therapists and coaches are humans who want to work with you on a human level.
Life Coaching
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Therapists and Coaches
JENNY ROZZELL, M.Ed., ACC
Associate Certified Personal Coach/Office Manager
As a credentialed Professional Coach through the International Coaching Federation, Jenny helps clients with Discovering Life Purpose and finding joy and balance. Jenny offers a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space for clients to achieve goals and change desired behaviors. Jenny is skilled in deep listening and trained to ask powerful questions that result in creating change in the following areas: Salary & Raise Negotiation, Career Change & Advancement, Job Seeking, Improving Relationships, Setting Boundaries, Dating & Marital Issues, Coparenting, Divorce Support, Anger Management Skills, Support with Major Life Decisions and Crises, Specific Goal Achievement, Learning to Respond and not be Reactive, Creating New Habits, Getting Unstuck, ETC.
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Along with being a Life Coach, Jenny is our Office Manager. She is here to schedule your first appointment with herself or a therapist, and answer any questions you may have about coaching or therapy.
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
BS, Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
M.Ed., Education
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, PC
Professional Coaching Certification Program
BETH ANN ECKLEY, MA, LPC
Telehealth Therapist
Beth provides Teletherapy. Beth has a background in business which has contributed to her skill set in working with various populations. Although Beth is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, her approach includes talk therapy and solution-focused. She enjoys working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, as well as clients who are not sure where to start but they know “something just does not feel right.” Beth believes that the most productive approach to therapy is to meet clients where they are at, while also developing goals to make necessary changes in their lives. Clients state that Beth is very easy to talk to, while also providing insight that challenges them. Beth will work at your pace to build a trusting relationship that will provide you a safe environment to share whatever is on your mind. Beth’s therapeutic approach includes the understanding that we can all have times in life where we can benefit from help overcoming unexpected disruptions and getting back on track. Her philosophy is “New beginnings can come at any stage of life.”
Slippery Rock University
MA, Community Counseling
Grove City College
BS, Accounting
EMILY NIGRO, MS, NCC, LPC
Therapist
Emily holds the belief that we as individuals are the true experts about our own lives, and that positive change is not only possible, but is within reach, when we are provided with the support we need. Emily aims to provide this support through offering a non-judgmental space for her clients that will allow them to identify, reflect on, and challenge undesired thoughts and behaviors. Emily works in collaboration with her clients to help them arrive at practical solutions in order to create more positive outcomes and begin healing. Emily has experience working with eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, hoarding, and intellectual disabilities. She has worked with people of all ages, primarily adolescents and adults. In the last several years Emily has worked with clients in the university setting, outpatient setting, and community-based setting. She recognizes we are all different and thinks therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach, therefore she utilizes different therapeutic techniques depending on her clients’ needs. Emily does mostly align with a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, a form of talk therapy based on the idea that thoughts and perceptions influence behavior.
DUSQUESNE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
MS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
GENEVA COLLEGE
BS, Psychology
ELLA M. WARD, LPC
Therapist
Ella strives to create a therapeutic relationship based on authenticity, support, and empathy to aid clients in their own personal journeys. Ella’s background in working in outpatient substance use and mental health settings have given her competencies working with individuals, couples, and families. Ella has experience working with people navigating grief, relationship/family stressors, substance use, anger management, depression, anxiety, codependency, and behavioral issues. Ella can also provide faith integration in her counseling services. Ella is devoted to assisting clients in their own exploration of self-understanding and improvement to increase life satisfaction and balance. In her free time, Ella enjoys walking her rescue dogs.
GENEVA COLLEGE
MA, Marriage and Family Therapy
MESSIAH UNIVERSITY
BA, Human Development and Family Science
STEVEE ROCHE, MS, LPC
Therapist
Stevee has a passion for helping to bring hope to young adults and families during life’s ongoing adjustments. She works with all ages, including children as young as 3 years old. Her background in Family Based Therapy, Parent-Child Interactive Therapy, and Community-Based Mental Health Case Management provides her with a wide variety of skills to work with clients of many different ages and from many different populations. Stevee has had success helping people with ADHD, Anxiety, Tantrum behaviors, Setting boundaries, Depression, Life Adjustments, Work/Life Balance, and Trauma. She enjoys helping adults who are seeking clarity and balance in their daily lives. Stevee is passionate about incorporating natural approaches to lifestyle changes that will enhance the mental health and well-being of young adults, parents, and children. Stevee’s clients describe her as understanding, compassionate, and patient. Clients have described her sessions as: “bringing joy and hope back to their lives”.
Stevee is trained in Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT). PCIT is an evidence-based behavior training treatment for families with young children showing emotional and behavioral issues. This treatment places an emphasis on improving the quality of the parent-child relationship and changing the interaction patterns within the relationship. To read more about this treatment, please visit http://www.pcit.org/what-is-pcit-for-professionals.html
CARLOW UNIVERSITY
MS, Professional Counseling
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
BA, Applied Psychology
KRISTIN REDA, MA, LPC, ATR
Art Therapist
Kristin offers both Art Therapy and talk therapy to children teens, and young adult experiencing Anger, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Grief, and Trauma. ArtTherapy.Org describes Art Therapy as “A technique used to improve cognitive and sensory-motor functions, foster self-esteem and self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts and distress, and advance societal and ecological change.” Kristin believes in the power of art-making within a therapeutic relationship to meet goals, and often finds her clients actively engaged in their treatment. Kristin’s clients describe her as creative, genuine, caring, engaging, positive, and fun. Kristin’s sessions require no artistic ability, simply a willingness to explore, create, and step outside comfort zones.
EDINBORO UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
MA, Counseling - Art Therapy
INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
BFA, Studio Arts
JOANNE PRACHT, MA
Therapist
Joanne has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in different settings. Her career has thus far involved being a caseworker as well as a crisis counselor. Joanne is an avid believer that people are able to solve their own problems and make the changes they seek when they are given an opportunity to share their feelings in an open and trusted environment. Joanne has been revered for being compassionate, understanding, and mostly able to listen and understand her clients feelings and needs. She has worked with people experiencing ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Depression, Grief, and Homelessness.
UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS
MA, Counseling
GENEVA COLLEGE BS, Human Resources
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY AA, Social Work
CHRISTOPHER KASELONIS, MSW, LCSW
Therapist
Chris provides services to young adults, adults, and aging adults experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, adjustment, relationships, addiction, and trauma. Chris's diverse background working with individuals, families, and addictions allows him to use a tailored approach to each individual's needs. Using a trauma-informed lens, Chris's goal is to help each individual develop insight into patterns that may be creating a barrier to happiness and empower them to make meaningful, lasting change. Chris is described as genuine, trustworthy, humorous, and relatable. Chris invites you to engage in a safe, non-judgemental, laid back, and collaborative atmosphere to discover solutions to move towards a greater sense of wellness and personal growth.
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
MSW, Social Work
WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON COLLEGE
BA, Psychology & Sociology
EMILY DRIES, Ms.ED., LPC
Therapist
Emily has a strong background working with both children and adults in school and outpatient settings. Emily views the counseling relationship as a journey in which the client is the driver, and the Therapist is the passenger. In this way, Emily believes that Counseling should be tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. In order to do this, Emily carefully integrates a diverse array of counseling theories including Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered, Reality, and Solution Focused Therapies. Emily has experience working with individuals navigating symptoms of Anxiety, ADHD, Behavioral Struggles, Depression, Environmental Changes, Grief, and Relationship Issues. Emily’s clients describe her as kind, caring, trustworthy, and relatable. Emily believes in creating an open, non-biased therapeutic environment in which all clients may feel comfortable, safe, and welcome. Emily is completing her Dissertation towards a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at Duquesne University of Pennsylvania.
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Completing Dissertation of PhD Counselor Education & Supervision
MS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
BA, Psychology
WILLIAM BENDGEN, MA, LPC
Therapist
Bill’s background in both Addictions and Family Based Therapy has given him the skills necessary to help those facing various life stressors. His goal is to help you increase your understanding of yourself and your struggles, alleviate emotional pain, and help you lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. Bill enjoys working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. Many parents report difficulty in finding a therapist who is exceptionally skilled at working with teenagers. Teenagers often see therapists as just another authority figure, and unfortunately many counselors struggle to build rapport with this population. Bill’s teenage clients report him as humorous, helpful, trustworthy, and state that they look forward to their sessions, especially because Bill treats them as individuals having their own thoughts, feelings, and needs rather than children needing to be lectured. Bill’s adult clients report that he is wise beyond his years, understanding, and challenging.
INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
THEIL COLLEGE
BA, Psychology & Sociology
LAUREN JOHNSON, MS, LPC
Therapist
Lauren has many years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She has an outstanding ability to help people struggling with ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Autism, Behavior Problems, Depression, and Relationship issues. Lauren also has vast training in helping those struggling with OCD. Lauren’s clients find her warm and welcoming, while also helping them to challenge their negative thoughts and learn to move towards a more productive way of thinking and behaving. Although many parents find it difficult to find a therapist for young children, Lauren is competent in working with children as young as 3 years old. Lauren’s clients describe her as down to earth, stating that they leave sessions with her feeling hopeful, with new insight on managing and improving life between sessions.
CHATHAM UNIVERSITY
MS, Counseling Psychology
CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY of PA
BA, Psychology
MONICA DUNLAP, MA, LPC
Therapist/Owner
Monica enjoys counseling from a Christian Faith Based perspective. Clients report that Monica has helped them gain a deep understanding of themselves so that they can make the changes necessary to live a fulfilling life. Monica’s clients report an increase in self-esteem, assertive communication, healthy boundaries, and positive coping skills. Far too often counseling can become “putting out fires” by only working on surface level issues. Monica has the ability to help clients work through deeper issues resulting in long lasting change. Monica also enjoys working with business owners, employers, and employees to achieve their career goals, or simply to find better work/life balance. Monica’s background working in Addictions, Juvenile and Adult Justice Systems, and Family Based Therapy has allowed her to work with clients from all walks of life.
GENEVA COLLEGE
MA, Marriage and Family Therapy
GENEVA COLLEGE
BS, Psychology
JENNIFER JOHNS, MA, LPC
Therapist
Jennifer is easy to talk to, and described as many as accepting, non-judgmental, and understanding. She works with children, adolescents, and adults working to restore peace in their lives. Jennifer received a certificate in Structural Family Therapy by Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. She has extensive experience working with Individuals who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Reactive Attachment Disorder, amongst others. She has successfully worked with individuals who have experienced grief and trauma throughout their lives, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY MA, Professional Counseling
MOUNT VERNON NAZARENE UNIVERSITY BA, Communications