(570) 875-2271 or (570) 276-2099 cell (570) 900-8432
Office Hours
Specializing in Children’s Mental Health. At this time we are not taking any new referrals.
At this time we are providing telehealth sessions. Thursday 12-5, Friday: By Appointment Closed Weekends
Meet Your Counselors
Experience You Can Count On
Kathleen McDonald-Gilfert, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, CATP
Master of Arts in Art Therapy, Marywood University (2002). Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor (2006), Board Certified Art Therapist (2006), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (2017). My formal education has prepared me to provide counseling to children, adolescents, parents, and families.
Experience
I have worked in the outpatient setting since 2002 counseling adults and children. I have been using art therapy since 2002 in the same setting. Additionally, I have also been a Behavior Specialist and Mobile Therapist from 2002 - 2009. During this time, I have gained experience as an Art Therapist and I continue to focus my training and expertise in this modality for my work with children as well as parents in the field of trauma therapy.
Areas of Competence and Counseling Approach
Individual Counseling, children's issues, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management, trauma therapy, grief issues and clinical supervision.
I view counseling from an existential/person-centered philosophy. I utilize a multi-modal approach to counseling which is holistic and focuses on the individual. I employ my diverse training and integrate an array of therapeutic interventions that will yield optimum results for the individual and issues presented.
Insurance Accepted
Reliable Coverage
Accepted Insurance
At Synergy Counseling Services, LLC, I accept patients receiving medical coverage from CCBH (medical assistance), Blue Cross, Magellan, Geisinger, UBH. UHC, and Highmark, as well as sliding scale cash payments. Since 2002, I’ve gone above and beyond to accommodate to the unique situation of every patient. Call me and see what your options are today.
Experience Change with Synergy Counseling Services, LLC
Your Well-Being Is in Good Hands
SYNERGY
“The combined power of a group, when they are working together; which is greater than the total power achieved by each working separately”
All About Therapy
Synergy Counseling was started in 2009 to provide an array of individual, therapeutic interventions, that will yield optimum results.
Through the use of various psychotherapy methods and collaborative treatment measures, our clients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with any of life’s various obstacles. Our therapy sessions are designed to dissect personal issues and provide clients with effective tools to help them see the glass half full instead of half empty. We provide person centered therapy where we focus on YOU and all of your needs.
Services We Offer
With You Every Step of the Way
Your well-being is our ultimate concern. Since 2009, we have provided patients in various counties with a wide range of counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - our therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. Take a look at the services we offer, and get in touch with us today.
Individual Therapy
In our therapy sessions, we’ll work to solve current problems and improve positive thinking and behavior. We will help you “re-frame” your reactions and provide you with valuable tools to cope with life’s obstacles. We personalize Individual Therapy sessions to be beneficial and inspirational. We take children as young as 4 and use a variety of modalities, keeping it personal to each individual.
Family Therapy
Families can be very complex most of the time. We provide family therapy in a safe, secure, environment where all voices are heard. We implement individual as well as family therapy to gain insightful knowledge of the whole family dynamic.
Schedule your confidential, personalized, appointment today.
123 W Main St Girardville PA 17935
(570) 875-2271 or (570) 276-2099 cell (570) 900-8432
Fax: (570) 276-2098
