Hummelstown, PA Local Support & Community Resources

Richard Hirsch is a Master's Level therapist at the Hershey Counseling Center, bringing over 15 years of experience to his practice. Having earned his Masters of Social Work from Rutgers University, along with a B.A. in Sociology and Journalism from Drake University, he is well-equipped to offer effective counseling services to both individuals and couples. Richard specializes in addressing men's issues, anxiety, depression, and stage-of-life challenges through Person-Centered and eclectic therapeutic approaches. He is recognized for quickly building rapport with clients while being respectful of diverse ethnic, cultural, and gender backgrounds. His primary goal is to empower clients to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and equip them with the tools necessary for a more fulfilling life. Richard fosters an atmosphere of trust and empathy, ensuring that clients feel safe to express their concerns and navigate their personal journeys toward wellness.

Patricia Odonnell is a dedicated licensed professional counselor who views her mission as empowering individuals to access their inherent ability to heal. She fosters a deeper awareness of the interconnectedness between the body and mind, enabling her clients to better understand their relationships with themselves and others while navigating daily life's challenges. With specialized training in trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, healthy relationships, self-esteem issues, grief, and LGBTQIA concerns, she is committed to being gender identity affirming in her practice. Patricia's approaches include Somatic Experiencing—an effective body-oriented therapy—and she is also trained in EMDR therapy and Brainspotting, all aimed at promoting healing across a diverse range of experiences.

Nicole Searfoss is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with the Hershey Counseling Center, renowned for her expertise in the evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents, and families. Holding a B.A. in Psychology and Family Studies from the University of Maryland, College Park, she furthered her education with an M.A. in Clinical Community Psychology from Norfolk State University and achieved her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology through the Virginia Consortium Program. With extensive experience in private practice, community mental health, and inpatient settings, Nicole has trained in various therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These training experiences equip her to address a diverse array of challenges such as anxiety, depression, and mood dysregulation disorders. In her therapeutic practice, Nicole views individuals within the context of their families and environments, often integrating family therapy into her approaches. Emphasizing a strength-based perspective, she inspires the development and application of healthy coping skills to promote her clients' mental, physical, and emotional well-being.