Meet the Team!
Karisa L. M. Sévère, LPC
Karisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania and also licensed for telehealth services in Florida and South Carolina. She holds certifications as a National Certified Counselor, Certified Alcohol & Other Drug Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider. Her experience spans various settings, including Drug and Alcohol Inpatient and Outpatient facilities, Community Mental Health, Incarceration settings, and Private Practice.
She earned her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in addiction from Slippery Rock University. Her counseling approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Karisa practices as a person-centered therapist, utilizing a trauma-informed approach and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy to address trauma symptoms.
Her work encompasses supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, substance use disorders, and life transitions. Karisa creates a safe, open space for clients to explore their experiences, guiding them with a gentle approach to discover their own solutions. She values the authenticity of the therapeutic relationship as a catalyst for meaningful change.
Insurances accepted: Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, United/Optum, Highmark/ BCBS, UPMC, UPMC for you, Self Pay
Gara O’neil, LPC
Gara is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, having earned her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health with a specialization in Addiction from Slippery Rock University. Her professional experience spans various levels of care, including Inpatient Hospitalization for Substance Abuse treatment with adults and adolescents, residential treatment for youth and adolescents, and Community Mental Health and outpatient settings. Gara has extensive experience working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, chronic illness and life transitions.
Her therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Gara strives to create a safe environment where clients feel empowered to embrace their authentic selves and feel genuinely understood. She believes in meeting everyone at their current stage and guiding them toward their desired goals.
Insurances accepted: Cigna/Evernorth, United/Optum, Highmark/ BCBS, UPMC, Self Pay
We look forward to working with you!