Debra Mahon, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Clinician

Are you having difficulty managing your child’s behaviors? Are you struggling to connect and make decisions in your relationship? Are you experiencing depression or anxiety? Do you struggle maintaining healthy boundaries?

Debra has many years of clinical experience working with children and teens who have experienced trauma, as well as those who are transitioning from foster care to adoption. She is experienced in working with children (and parents of children) with behavior disorders, as well as adolescents, adults, couples, parents, and families who are affected by anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, eating disorders, and divorce. She is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and has additional training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, and eating disorders. Debra’s approach is evidenced based, action oriented and collaborative.

She is passionate about helping children, couples, families, and adults build upon their strengths to achieve equilibrium and develop strong foundations. Whether you need specific skills to manage anxiety or depression, are seeking to feel more connected to your child or partner, or want to be more confident in your parenting, Debra can help you achieve your goals.

Abigale Gudelsky, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Are you often distracted by your thoughts? Do you notice yourself avoiding tasks or situations? Do you feel stuck on a persistent worry? Do you feel overwhelmed and have difficulty making decisions? Are you noticing difficulty adjusting to perinatal transitions/parenthood? Are you struggling to feel connection and/or fulfillment in life?

Abbey's treatment approach includes evidence-based techniques and strategies, specifically CBT, ACT and DBT. Abbey includes mindfulness and breathing activities into sessions and encourages a collaborative therapeutic experience. Abbey's experience includes working with families, parents, older children, adolescents, young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, family conflict/relationship issues, trauma, negative thoughts, self-limiting beliefs, difficulty in decision making, transitioning into parenthood and self esteem. She has been trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Abbey focuses on providing a safe space to express yourself and your needs, process through experiences and provide tools to help you feel more empowered and fulfilled in your life and create a life of well being.

Julie Sidorick, M.Ed, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Are you having difficulty managing your child’s behaviors? Does your child seem depressed, anxious, or angry? Are you having trouble connecting with your adolescent?

Julie is experienced working with children, adolescents, and parents who are experiencing behavior disorders, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, and various attachment disorders. Julie uses a person/child-centered approach that focuses on evidence-based treatment such and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy, and is in the process of obtaining PCIT certification.

Julie focuses on creative approaches for fostering attachment and working collaboratively with clients using their strengths to find the tools to manage life’s stressors. Julie will work with you to find balance and empowerment to better manage difficult behaviors and achieve your goals.

Jessica Perestock, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

"Are you feeling stuck? Unmotivated? Overwhelmed by life experiences? Is your inner voice your biggest critic? Are you a parent that is feeling like you are battling your child daily... and you're losing that battle?

Jessica has over ten years of experience working in clinical and non-clinical settings with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles. She is experienced and pursuing certification in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and has additional training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused and Person-Centered techniques. Jessica uses these modalities to enable her to meet clients in their specific circumstances and support their needs and goals.

Jessica specializes in treatment of individuals in all stages of life. She is passionate about providing therapy in a nonjudgmental setting, encouraging acceptance of self and finding the balance to live a healthier and happier life.

Christian Zupke, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Chris has taken the road less traveled on her path of being a Licensed Professional Counselor. Chris began her career with a Bachelor’s Degree in American History and a career in the Advertising field. These adventures did not meet Chris’ passion to help others. Chris began her path to becoming a Psychodynamic Counselor with an internship in a treatment foster care program where she used her creativity, compassion, empathy, problem solving skills, humor, communication skills and her desire to educate to help children, adolescents and families overcome trauma, learn the skills to be successful in their lives, gain self-esteem/self-confidence, understand the connection between the brain and actions and to achieve any goal they had a desire to accomplish. Chris’ experience continues with her volunteer work in her local park where she works to have a positive impact on her local environment and where she can spend time with her favorite creatures on earth, dogs.

Chris loves being a counselor because she knows what it feels like to feel “bad”, to not understand “why” and not to be at a loss on “how” to fix it. While Chris utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Psycho-education, Chris’ greatest assets as a counselor is her down to earth personality who will laugh, cry and celebrate every accomplishment with each person who trusts her to lead them through their path of counseling and self-discovery.

Stephanie Azarcon, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Clinician

Are you looking for skills and strategies to work with your child’s behavior? Do you struggle with perfectionism or obsessive behaviors? Do social situations make you anxious?

Stephanie has experience working with toddlers, children, adolescents, and adults. She enjoys working with various symptoms and diagnosis including anxiety, OCD, low self esteem, social anxiety, behavioral issues, ADHD, trauma, and emotion regulation problems. She uses evidenced based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). She has been trained in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solutions focused therapy, parent child interaction therapy (PCIT), and parent child interaction therapy-toddler (PCIT-T).

It’s easy to see Stephanie is a very positive person, and she says it’s very easy to find a positive in any situation. This positivity shines through in her therapy sessions by providing a positive and motivating environment where my clients feel encouraged to achieve their goals.

Elizabeth Delaney, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Are you or your child experiencing anxiety or depression? Are past experiences negatively impacting your relationships or ability to feel more grounded in the present?

Elizabeth has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and PTSD. She has worked in residential treatment centers, school-based settings, and outpatient agencies. Elizabeth is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an integrative approach that is designed to work with a variety of presenting concerns. EMDR is an evidence-based practice that has been proven to help people recover from symptoms of PTSD and trauma. It is Elizabeth’s goal to help individuals understand and resolve the effects of trauma and adversity to bring wellness to the present.

Elizabeth values first and foremost the therapeutic relationship and believes that clients thrive in an environment where they are supported, recognized, and valued. Elizabeth works hard to create a safe environment for her clients by bringing empathy, compassion, authenticity, humor, and acceptance to the therapeutic relationship.

Rebecca Talisa, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Rebecca is a certified Gestalt therapist with over 200 hours of supervised training with The Gestalt Institute of Pittsburgh. Rebecca's approach is gentle and collaborative, and incorporates relational and mindfulness experiences. Rebecca specializes in treatment of anxiety disorders and depression, and has additional training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She treats a variety of diagnoses and issues including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, OCD, relationship issues, poor self esteem, parenting and pregnancy-related issues, grief and loss, among others. Rebecca can help you develop positive coping skills, set healthy boundaries, and improve self confidence. She believes that identities, relationships and emotions tend to shift and change over time, and enjoys helping her clients navigate life transitions.

Jillian Lake, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Jillian has experience working with children, adolescents and families experiencing anxiety, autism, depression, anger, trauma, behavioral issues, ADHD and self-esteem concerns. Jillian has worked in school-based settings, outpatient settings, residential treatment facilities, as well as in the community and home based settings while doing Family Based Therapy. Jillian has a background in providing individual, family and group therapy.

Jillian is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and has experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Structural Family Therapy, Mindfulness Training, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Applied Behavioral Therapy (ABA) in her practice.

Jillian believes in a collaborative approach, involving parents and children/adolescents to have an active role in the treatment process to meet the unique needs of each client. She values creating a welcoming and safe place for her clients to navigate challenges and work towards their needs and goals

Clarinda Stoessel
Office Manager

Clarinda is often the first voice clients hear. She helps match clients to available clinicians, send access to intake paperwork, and handles insurance and billing. For any questions regarding scheduling and billing, Clarinda can be reached at 412-944-6400 or info@wexfordcounseling.com.

Chris Garrison

ICF Certified Coach & Operations Support

Chris helps people navigate the complexities of relationships and communication--in their personal life (with spouses/partners, children, parents, or with spiritual frameworks) or professional life (managing up, managing direct reports, or working with colleagues). He's experienced in helping negotiate significant change, navigate conflict, strengthen relationships, weather the waves of grief, improve communication, discover core values, or tap into their creative energy--all within a supportive learning partnership. Certified in coaching, mediation, and a trained Myers Briggs (MBTI) practitioner with over 20 years of experience in both business and nonprofit sectors. Chris also supports the business operations of the clinical practice.

Kristi Voelker

Office Assistant

Kristi is the friendly voice you hear on the other end of the phone when scheduling your first appointment with any clinician at Wexford Counseling Services. Call Kristi today to make an appointment at 412-944-6400.

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Wexford Counseling Services

Jennifer Adamczyk-Abusomwan, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Clinician and Level I Trainer

Are you overwhelmed with parenting your strong-willed child? Wishing that you had the specialized parenting skills needed to manage your child’s behaviors and emotions? Dreaming of the day that you could go to a restaurant, playground, or even the grocery store with your child and walk out with both of you smiling? Jennifer is a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) therapist and trainer and is able to provide you with the skills needed to make this dream a reality for your family.

Jennifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about providing the highest quality clinical care to children, adolescents and their families. She specializes in the treatment of children who have challenging behaviors, difficulties in their relationships, and who may be struggling with trauma, abuse, neglect or adoption issues. She recognizes the importance of caregivers role in the success of treatment and will include you in every phase of treatment process.

Jessica Miceli, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Challenges in our lives, work, and relationships can evoke feelings of frustration, tension, and discontent. These challenges may stem from change, grief, stagnation, or conflict or lack of boundaries with others. They can leave us feeling lost, questioning our purpose and the direction we are heading.

Jessica has experience working with adolescents and adults. She utilizes cognitive-behavioral and existential-humanistic therapies to help clients cultivate a sense of purpose, ease tensions, and improve interpersonal relationships. Jessica provides a relaxed space to process these concerns with empathy and open-mindedness. Jessica has special interest and experience working with adult clients and caregivers who have faced a cancer diagnosis and are at any point in their cancer journey. She worked within a research framework at the University of Pittsburgh, helping patients cope with their diagnosis, side effects of treatment, grief, communication with medical staff, and personal relationships. Jessica appreciates that living with cancer can abruptly change life’s direction and put strain on our closest relationships. She offers a space where one can talk openly and honestly about these changes.

Chad Losinger, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

If it feels like there is something getting in the way of you living your best life, Chad can help you work towards living a better tomorrow.

Chad has experience working with teenagers and adults. Chad provides services to clients suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and grief and loss. He enjoys working with clients on stress management challenges¸ emotional expression, and relationship challenges with individuals or couples. Chad employs various modalities including Gestalt, existentialism, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and reality-based approaches. He works to appreciate and inspire clients to make changes towards living more meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Monroeville Office

Laura Hutchinson, LSW
Licensed Social Worker

Are you struggling to parent your young child? Would you like to have a stronger bond with your child? Would you like to be more confident in your ability to respond to difficult behaviors?

Laura is experienced and is pursuing certification in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). She can help you strengthen your relationship with your young child. She will provide you with powerful, researched-based parenting techniques to improve your child’s behavior and restore harmony in your home.

Laura has many years of experience working in the adoption field with children and families who’ve experienced trauma, loss, abuse, and neglect. She also specializes in supporting young children and their families diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, autism, and disruptive behavior disorders. Laura includes parents in all aspects of their child’s treatment to reach optimal outcomes for all family members.

Jason Frola, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Jason has experience working with adolescents and adults, focusing on needs including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, and grief. Jason's background in mental health Service Coordination has provided him with a strong knowledge of local system services, allowing him to assist individuals in accessing additional supports which might benefit them. This background also provided Jason with a strong sense of social justice, which drives him to help those he serves to become great self advocates. Jason utilizes approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, and Existential Therapy because he believes that people often already have the answers to help themselves through life's problems, and these interventions act as a guide to finding one's potential. These modalities also borrow from some of the best principles of both Eastern and Western philosophy, which Jason finds useful in addressing the contradictions and absurdities of life, as meaning making can be both profound and practical.