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 disorder, as well as gay and lesbian issues. Christine also provides EAP services. Christine welcomes adult, adolescents and children. Christine also is sensitive to the spiritual background of her clients. 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. Larissa Johnston LPC Larissa Johnston is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience providing therapy to clients with mental health problems, substance use disorders and also co-occurring disorders. Larissa’s varied experiences have taken place in a variety of diverse treatment settings including Shawnee Academy Residential Treatment Facility, Southwood Hospital, Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services and Wesley Spectrum Services. She is adept at delivering quality services across the lifespan and is currently working with children and adults in individual, family, and couples counseling. She has addressed various issues in counseling such as bullying, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. Larissa has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master’s degree in Secondary School Counseling from Marywood University. Ms. Johnston uses an integrative approach to counseling based on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Focused Behavioral Therapy treatment models. Central to her treatment approach is the concept of positive change in which she believes in the capacity for all clients to improve their life circumstances. She encourages empowerment through using strength-based and solution-focused strategies in sessions that can be transferred to the clients’ everyday lives. 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. Sage is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. She received her Masters of Science in Counselor Education from Duquesne University. Sage specializes in Eating Disorders, Self-Esteem issues, School Issues, Self-Injurious behaviors, Depression and Anxiety. Sage welcomes children, adolescents and adults for both individual and family therapy.