Spectra Support Services, LLC

Jewish Family Services of Delaware (JFS) is a nonprofit with a mission to strengthen individuals, families, and the community through therapeutic counseling and support services. With an interdisciplinary, innovative approach, we combine talent, expertise, and leadership to make our robust therapeutic and support services available to everyone; we provide comprehensive support regardless of religion, race, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or special need.

I received a master's degree in counseling psychology from Lehigh University in 1998. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania, and I am a national certified counselor. I am a member of the Lehigh Valley Psychological Association, the Pennsylvania Counseling Association, the American Counseling Association, and the American Psychological Association. Prior to pursuing a degree in counseling, I had earned a B.F.A. from Temple University. I worked as a corporate graphic designer and art director for many years. During my career as a designer, I worked in Houston, Texas and Princeton, New Jersey. I was accustomed to the excitement, deadlines, and fast-paced environment. I enjoyed the dynamics of interacting with a diverse assortment of coworkers and clients. I understood the challenge of arriving at a consensus when working with individuals who each held a different perspective. After starting a family, I found it very stressful to continue to work full time. When we moved to the Lehigh Valley I continued to work as a freelance designer. I worked from home and had a flexible schedule. Eventually, I felt frustrated, in the absence of the support of a comprehensive design firm, so I decided to switch fields. I enrolled in graduate school when my son and daughter were students in elementary school. I believe they benefited from observing my work ethic, as it related to areas that were familiar to them, such as homework and school projects. I spent my internship year working as a family counselor for a local agency. I realized that, unlike many of my colleagues, I really enjoyed counseling adolescents. After graduating, I began my career as an independent contractor for agencies that primarily serve teens. In 2005, I opened my private practice, where I have had the privilege of counseling a diverse population of clients ages 13 through adult. My professional skills, work history, and family life have provided a distinct blend of insight and experience. I have undergone many of the same stressor that my clients bring to therapy. I understand, and I will do my best to help.

Samaritan Counseling Center in Lancaster, PA offers a range of counseling services, consulting, and programs to empower individuals and organizations. Their team of trained clinical staff specializes in various treatment areas, while their consulting group provides professional consultation for local businesses and faith communities. Through their commitment to fostering hope and healing, Samaritan Counseling Center strives to support the emotional, mental, and relational health of all individuals. They aim to cultivate diversity and inclusion, recognizing and addressing injustices and inequities within the community while providing accessible and compassionate care. Generated from the website