The Best Way Out Is Through

Our Belief…

Life is hard! Our goal is to work together to help you discover your best self. We believe in the therapeutic process of discovery, understanding, healing, and, ultimately, facilitating the creation of meaning in one's life and circumstances. Our goal is to create a warm and comfortable environment for everyone. As Licensed Professional Counselors, we have experience working with adults, teens, couples, and families navigating a variety of concerns.

Emily Dries, MS.Ed., LPC

Being a human is hard! Let's work together to help you live your best life! We as individuals are the true experts on our lives, and I believe that positive change is not only possible but is within reach. My goal is to create a warm & comfortable space where everyone feels heard and supported.

  • Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience

  • Individual and Couples Therapy

  • Adults, Teens, Children (ages 8 and above)

  • Specialties: Anxiety, Life Transitions, Stress Management

  • Areas

    • Stress, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Life Transitions, Emotion Management, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Trauma, Family Conflict, Grief

Lauren Johnson, MS., LPC

I love helping people find ways to feel more fulfilled in their lives.  Whether you’ve already had experience seeing a therapist or are brand new, I welcome anyone who wants to create positive change for themselves. 

Licensed Professional Counselor with 17 years of experience, 7 years licensed.

  • Individual Therapy

  • Adults (any age) & Teens

  • Specialties: Interpersonal Relationships, OCD Exposure Therapy, Neurodivergent Support

  • Areas

    • Anxiety, OCD, Low Self-esteem, Depression, Low Motivation, Relationship Stressors, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Trauma

Jennifer Johns, MS., LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience

  • Individual, Couples, & Family Therapy

  • Adults, Teens, Children (ages 8 and above)

  • Specialties: ADHD, Autism with PDA Profile, Anxiety, Stress Management

  • Areas

    • Stress, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Life Transitions, Emotion Management, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Trauma, Family Conflict, Grief

Laura Frencho, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience *Part Time*

  • Individual 

  • Adults 18 to 65

  • Specialist: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Women’s Issues

  • Areas: 

    • Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Parenting Issues, Chronic Pain and Illness, Educational Consultation for teachers, and Women’s Issues.

Insurance & Fees

Individual Therapy Session 50-60 minutes - $125

Late Cancellation/No Show - $90

Insurances Accepted

Aetna, Cigna, Highmark/Blue Cross Blue Shield, UPMC, Optum/United

*We cannot accept any Medicaid or Medicare plans*