COUNSELING STAFF

Jennifer Regester, LCSW

CLINICAL DIRECTOR / LICENSED COUNSELOR

BSW – Carlow University | MSW – University of Oklahoma 

Jennifer’s diverse experience includes: Individual, Marital, Family and Group and Community engagement,  Medical ICU Trauma, Substance Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Working with the Homeless and Director of Counseling & Master’s Level Intern Supervisor.

Lauren Burke, LCSW

LICENSED COUNSELOR

MSW – Case Western Reserve University | BSW – University of Findlay

Lauren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has diverse experience working with children, adolescents and adults within a variety of family dynamics and settings. Her background in nature-based therapy and ecosystemic structural family-based therapy has influenced her way of practice.

Lauren utilizes an integrated, strength-based therapeutic approach while emphasizing the interconnected nature of the mind, body  and spirit. Her aim is to empower clients on a journey of self discovery and healing, so they can create the life they want.

Danny Churchill, LCSW

Internship director / LICENSED COUNSELOR

MSW – University of Pittsburgh | BS in Psychology – University of Pittsburgh

Danny has experience with teens, young adults and adults in individual and group settings. He specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to treat depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief and loss.

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Jennifer Galvez, LCSW

LICENSED COUNSELOR

MSW – University of Pittsburgh | BSW – University of Pittsburgh / Advanced Academic Standing

Jennifer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field for the last 29 years. She has worked in a variety of settings, including residential programs, inpatient hospital settings, and partial. Within these contexts, she has provided individual therapy, family work & group processing.

Jennifer has a down-to-earth approach (peppered with humor) and seeks to foster a sense of emotional safety for her clients where they can be totally authentic participants. She views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership, built on trust and mutuality. Jennifer doesn’t view her clients as “patients” but rather experts of their own life experiences.

She takes a strengths-based, holistic approach with her clients to create a space for healing and growth. Her “tool-box” is varied to include Family Systems Theory, Developmental Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Client-Centered, Crisis Intervention, Problem-Solving, Task-Centered, and Narrative Therapy.

Jennifer loves anything that has to do with nature. She has had her garden featured in a local neighborhood publication and on Phipps Conservatory’s “Galleria of Gardens” webpage. She resides locally with her family and pets.

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do.” -Brene Brown

Kristen Olson-Gaia, LSW

LICENSED COUNSELOR

MSW – University of Pittsburgh | J.D.  Duquesne University | BA in Communications and Theater – Duquesne University

After completing two years of internship at Anchorpoint, Kristen is now on staff full-time as a licensed social worker. She finds her purpose in helping clients struggling with grief in its many forms, and she enjoys facilitating our Living Through Grief spousal loss support group.

Kristen’s experience includes providing individual, family, and group counseling services for adolescents and adults in a variety of settings.

She utilizes an integrated approach to therapy from many different models, such as cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solutions-focused, and psychodynamics. Kristen is also a certified telehealth service provider.

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Jay Sperling, MSEd, LPC

LICENSED COUNSELOR

MS.Ed in Community Counseling – Duquesne University | Pgh Institute of Mortuary Sciences | BS in Psychology – University of Pittsburgh

Jay is a Licensed Funeral Director and Professional Counselor. He created the Living Through Grief program and has been facilitating groups for over 20 years. His unique position and experience as a funeral director and counselor provides guidance to families during, and after, a loss has occurred. He has been recognized for his past volunteer work at The Caring Place, A Center for Grieving Children and their Families. He enjoys educating people that grief is a part of life, and it should be embraced to help memorialize the lives of very special people who have died. 

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Andie Spevetz, LPC

LICENSED COUNSELOR

MSPC – Carlow University | BS – Clarion University

Andie brings her no nonsense, client-centered approach to her roles as an individual therapist and group leader. She runs the Single Mom’s CARE group, the ADHD Parent Support group and Social Skills group; as well as developing new programs and community connections. Her background is in certified peer support and community mental health.

Andie’s approach to therapy include cognitive and dialectal behavioral therapies, reality based and solution focused interventions.

Sarah Trocki, NCC

CERTIFIED COUNSELOR

MA in Clinical Mental Health – Waynesburg University | BA in Psychology – Waynesburg University

Sarah is a National Certified Counselor who brings a unique perspective through her years of work in the foster care system. She has experience with children, families and court-involved individuals, and she understands the need for stability and support within the family unit.  

Sarah’s approach to therapy focuses on meeting the client’s needs based on their current life situation. She implements a wide range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, to promote growth and healing while challenging clients to reach their goals. Her own spiritual journey motivates her to serve both her clients and the surrounding communities. 

Amber Walczyk, LPC

Licensed COUNSELOR

MS.Ed Clinical Mental Health Counseling + School Counseling Certification and Licensure  University of Dayton | BA in Psychology  Oakland University

Amber is a Licensed Mental Health and School Counselor committed to treating children and adolescents in the community. She has 5 years of clinical experience in an array of settings, including school, child outpatient, youth partial-hospitalization, and juvenile-detention.

Amber has a special interest in the pediatric population with issues surrounding adjustment, anxiety, inattention, trauma, anger, and school problems. She uses a variety of treatment approaches including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Amber likes to focus on the individual needs of each client and believes that everyone should have a safe space to process life’s challenges. She strives to provide an environment to which clients feel empowered while working toward therapeutic goals.

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Ashley Whitaker, NCC

CERTIFIED COUNSELOR

MA in Clinical Mental Health – Messiah University | BA in Psychology – Carlow University

After completing a year of internship at Anchorpoint, Ashley is now on staff full-time as a certified counselor. She has diverse experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds but has a deep passion for those struggling with grief and trauma. Ashley is currently a facilitator for a spousal loss support group and is actively pursuing training in EMDR therapy.

Ashley utilizes a person-centered approach, integrated with strength-based perspectives. She pulls from a variety of techniques, such as solution-focused, CBT, and DBT. She is also a certified telehealth provider.