Murrysville, PA Local Support & Community Resources

Jennifer Ann Barker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC), dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of their lives. Through her compassionate approach, she emphasizes the importance of self-expression as a pathway to self-awareness and narrative reshaping. Recognizing that while one cannot change the past, it is possible to alter its influence on the present, Jennifer utilizes a person-centered, trauma-informed, strength-based methodology to support individuals on their healing journey. Her extensive expertise encompasses addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, body image, self-esteem, and substance use. With a robust foundation in various therapy types, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she skillfully integrates expressive arts to facilitate therapeutic breakthroughs. Her experience includes providing both individual and group therapy sessions, allowing her to meet clients where they are and guide them towards transformative change.

Michael Bowersox, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree from Antioch University Seattle, understands the significance of finding the right therapeutic match. He believes that the bond between therapist and client is vital for effective healing and growth. Michael's goal is to assist individuals in cultivating a sense of groundedness and balance in their lives, recognizing that each therapeutic journey is unique. He specializes in addressing a variety of life's challenges, including depression, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety, utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Trauma-Focused approaches. Michael's approach is rooted in Humanistic and Buddhist Psychology, focusing on strength-based methods that empower clients to explore their emotional and physical responses to stress and trauma. By promoting an authentic and holistic experience, he fosters an environment where individuals can tap into their inner wisdom, navigate unhelpful patterns, and co-create mindful, body-based practices. Together, Michael and his clients develop pathways toward healing, peace, and a more balanced existence.

Joyce Brooks, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting adults and elders in navigating the challenges of anxiety, stress, trauma, and depression. With a strong background in diverse mental health settings—ranging from residential care to alternative education—she employs an integrative and holistic counseling approach tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Joyce skillfully utilizes techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), along with relaxation strategies and meditation practices, providing a comprehensive framework for healing. She offers Christian counseling as an option, respecting the spiritual perspectives of her clients. Joyce believes that individuals possess the internal and external resources necessary to overcome their difficulties and is dedicated to guiding them toward developing sustainable solutions. For residents of Pennsylvania, she provides teletherapy services through a secure telehealth platform, ensuring accessibility and support wherever needed.