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Our practice started out with good friends and colleagues who were solo practitioners sharing resources and support in Murrysville, Pennsylvania in 2002.  Over the past 20 years we have been honored to serve the community here in Westmoreland County and we have grown into the practice now known as Westmoreland Psychotherapy Associates (WPA).
 

Who We Are

Love Locks

Our Commitments

  1. We are committed to providing quality mental health services to members of our community.  
     
  2. We are committed to connecting you to a therapist who is a good fit. If we are not a fit for you, we will help you find a therapist.
     
  3. We are committed to creating an atmosphere that is welcoming, kind, and inclusive.
     
  4. We are committed to creating a trusting relationship with you that allows you to feel safe to explore and nurture your emotional well-being.
     
  5. We are committed to helping individuals foster growth, health, joy, hope, and meaning in the lives and relationships for those we serve.  
Our Commitents

Our Offices

Our beautifully furnished offices are comfortable and inviting.

Meet Our Specialists

Each of our therapists at WPA has their own specialties and populations they help.  Below you can view our therapists and read their full bio by clicking "View More" under their picture.  If you are not sure about which therapist may be a good fit for you, you may contact us by submitting a "Getting Started" form or calling 724-733-3491 and we will help you determine if a therapist at WPA can help.

Our Specialists

Vania Brister

LSW

In my practice, I aim to create a safe haven where individuals and families can express themselves freely. I know firsthand how important it is to feel safe, heard, and validated, especially in a world that can feel unsafe for many.

Family Therapy, Self Esteem, & Children

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James Swonick

LCSW

Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 8 years of experience. I am looking to support YOU and to provide you with the tools to make meaningful change in your life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), harm reduction strategies, exposure therapy, reality testing

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Maureen Bourke

LPC, NCC

We all experience struggles in life which are unique and often leave us feeling overwhelmed and weighed down. I feel a strong therapeutic relationship is essential when working to bring you relief.

Anxiety, Teens, Family Therapy, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Self Esteem

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Eliana Jorgensen

LSW

I am a Licensed Social Worker who has experience working with kids, teens, and families through a strength-based approach. I seek to create an environment in which my clients feel safe and supported.

Anxiety, Teens, Family Therapy, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD, LGBTQ+, Self Esteem

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Maren Herman

LPC, MSIMH, EMDR trained

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a graduate education specialized in Infant Mental Health and trained in EMDR.

Anxiety, Teens, Family Therapy, Depression, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD, Self Esteem, Anger Management, prenatal, attachment, early childhood 0-6 yr and new parent/co parenting skills

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Michael Barfield

Therapist, Ed.D, MSW, LSW

I am a mental health professional with 30+ years. I have experience working with children, adolescents and families who struggle managing anxiety, depression, stress, family challenges and trauma.

I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can express themselves.

Adolescents, Children, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, LGBTQ, Family

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Mary Lynn Hammond

MSSA, LSW

As a Licensed Social Worker with 27+ years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have specialized training In Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Therapy and Family Systems Therapy.

ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, High Functioning Autism, Self Esteem, Anger Management, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Teens

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Jessica Murray

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has experience working with individuals, couples, and families, especially those who have a history of traumatic experiences. I ground my work in a strengths-based framework as I believe that my role is to assist my clients in identifying, refining, and highlighting the strengths they already have within themselves.

Anxiety, Grief Counseling, Family Therapy, Depression, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Trauma

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Amy Schlonski

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of experience, I have specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Social Rhythm Therapy, and Family Focused Therapy.

I work with children, teens and young adults struggling with depression and anxiety. As a clinician, I worked for 20 years in the Child & Adolescent Bipolar Spectrum Clinic at Western Psychiatric Hospital. As such, I have expert knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder in children, adolescents, and young adults.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family Focused Therapy, and Interpersonal Social Rhythm Therapy, Teens, Depression, Trauma, Stress Management, Life Transitions

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Ethan Tuxill

Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR Therapist

As a licensed professional counselor and EMDR therapist, I’ve trained specifically to help individuals struggling with PTSD, complex PTSD, and the lasting effects of trauma. I primarily work with adults and young adults (ages 17+) who have PTSD, depression and anxiety. I pull from a diverse set of therapy models to meet each individual's unique needs, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness.

Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Shame and Vulnerability, Family of Origin Concerns, Stress Management, Life Transitions

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Jennifer Strohm

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD

We all have times when we feel like we’re on repeat, stuck, overwhelmed or stressed. I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you make positive changes in your life.

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Chronic Illness & Mood, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Children & Teens

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Michelle Colarusso

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BC-TMH, ACS

My goal as a therapist is to create an environment in which my clients can safely work though the complexities of their thoughts, feelings, and personal experience.

Anxiety, LGBTQ+, Relationship Issues, Depression, Trauma, Stress Management, Life Transitions

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Jena Skelton

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Struggle is something that I believe every single living thing experiences. It is a concept that can bring us into some of our hardest moments in life, but it also presents the opportunity to connect, grow, and learn. I believe that confronting our struggles and working through them is one of the most valuable journeys that life brings.

Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Grief Counseling, Trauma, Chronic Illness & Mood, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Teens

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Janet Arida

PhD, RN, LCSW, LISW

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Nurse for more than 35 years. I have experience working with teens and adults experiencing stress, trauma, and other forms of adversity.

Anxiety, Chronic Illness and Mood, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Life Transitions, Depression, Trauma

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Kathleen Spadaro

PhD, PMHCNS-BC, RN Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist/Therapist

As a psychiatric clinical nurse specialist, I offer a holistic approach to clients. You bring into therapy your physical self, feelings, thoughts and spirituality needs, all of which are accepted and supported in my practice.

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Chronic Illness & Mood, Stress Management, Life Transitions

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Wendy McSparren

Founder & Owner/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of experience, I have specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR.

Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ, EMDR, Stress Management, Life Transitions

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Kody

Certified Therapy Dog

Meet Kody, our four-year-old bundle of empathy and comfort. For the past two years, Kody has diligently served as a certified therapy dog, bringing joy and solace to those in need.

Bringing joy, Ability to sense someone struggling, Unwavering support

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