Christine attended the University of Pittsburgh for her Bachelor in Science Degree in Psychology and a Master's in Social Work, specializing in mental health. In addition to her work in private practice, she carries clinical experience working in an inpatient hospital setting for mental illness and chemical dependency. Christine specializes in grief counseling, post-traumatic stress disorder, marital counseling, depression, sexual and child abuse issues, esteem issues, obsessive and anxiety disorders. Christine also provides EAP services. Christine welcomes adults and  adolescents. Christine also is sensitive to the spiritual background of her clients and is LBGTQ friendly Ron Bell Ph.D. Dr. Ron Bell is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. He earned a bachelors degree at the University of Pittsburgh and completed his doctorate at Duquesne University. His specialties include anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Intellectual Disability.  He combines a variety of therapeutic approaches (eclectic), with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Moreover, Dr. Bell believes that building a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship is fundamental to achieving positive change. Outside of private practice, Dr. Bell has worked in a hospital/school setting helping children and adolescents with a wide spectrum of complex mental healthneeds. He is interested in helping people expand their range of emotional, social, and thinking skills so that they are more capable of living their best life. Charmaine Stillitano LCSW Charmaine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience. Specializing in helping children, adolescents and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities, Anxiety, and Social Skill challenges. She believes that each child and family is unique, and their individuality should be respected, while nurturing change toward healthier functioning. Charmaine is experienced in planning behavioral interventions and utilizes the most studied techniques such as Applied Behavioral Analysis. She communicates and collaborates with team members from all disciplines to enhance positive outcomes for each individual child and family. She thoroughly enjoys working together with parents to help children grow to their full potential, as well as helping adolescents and young adults work toward their life goals. Patti is a licensed professional counselor as well as a certified addictions counselor. She has worked in the chemical dependency treatment field for eighteen years and has several years of experience in treating the mental health and chemical dependency issues of adolescents as well as adults. Additionally, her areas of expertise and interest include providing treatment to individuals with anxiety and mood disorders, co-dependency and trauma issues. She has many years of experience in working with adolescents and their families. Patti has several treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive therapy and motivational interviewing. She also provides trauma-focused treatment. Patti’s belief is that the most important aspect of counseling is to establish a therapeutic rapport with her clients to initiate the process of inner change. Angela Brank Edwards, LSCW Angela Edwards, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Pennsylvania.   Ms. Edwards’ focus consists of working with children, teenagers and adults for individual therapy sessions.  Experience consists of the following:  trauma related to child abuse and neglect, grief and loss, mood disorders, major depression, bipolar, obsessive-compulsivedisorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, anger management, and generalized anxiety disorders.   Child and family sessions focus on behavioral issues related to attention deficit, peer issues, child behavioral disorders, oppositional defiance, and family relational concerns. The main area of practice is to give hope that with the skills taught during session, coupled with the empathy and validation given, the client will hold on to the skills and understanding, to work through the difficulties that may come their way, even after therapy has been completed.