Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver and Associates is a dedicated small private practice that is known for delivering exceptional clinical and assessment services to clients seeking support. The team at the practice specializes in various areas, including eating disorders, trauma, adoption, infertility, children's therapy, adolescent therapy, chronic illness, domestic abuse, parenting skills, and family treatment. They strive to motivate individuals toward meaningful change by helping them identify and address the underlying issues that have led them to seek therapy. While they acknowledge the impact of the past, their philosophy maintains that individuals should not feel trapped by it. Their motto, 'Life is too short not to be happy,' reflects this commitment to fostering a positive outlook. The practice also offers psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing ADHD, learning issues, adoption evaluations (both domestic and foreign), behavioral challenges, and various personality or psychological concerns. Dr. Hawver, who graduated from Cornell University with distinction in 1998 and earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Wright State University in 2004, completed her doctoral internship at The Pennsylvania State University. Following five years at the University of Scranton, she opened her private practice in 2006, which grew to become Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver and Associates in 2016. Personally, Dr. Hawver is the proud mother of two adopted sons and has been married for over 21 years. She shares her home with a beloved 17-year-old dog, Sophie, who occasionally visits the office. With 18 years of experience in the field, she and her close-knit staff prioritize an intimate and personal feel for their clients, engaging in regular consultation and training. Many staff members have their own experience with personal therapy, offering a unique understanding of the therapeutic process from the client’s perspective.