Our Staff

Dr. Heinrichs graduated from Fuller Theological Seminary in 1995 with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Theology.  He has been in clinical practice since 1991 in both the public and private sectors.

Patti Hemko Alloway received her Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Hartford in 1990. She has treated children, adolescents, families, and individuals in numerous settings. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor who specializes in play and art therapy with children. Patti also specializes in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, trauma survivors and grief counseling for people of all ages. She is currently on faculty at Bucks County Community College where she has taught for the past 20 years. She has also taught Psychology at St. Joseph's University.

Welcome to Ivyland Counseling Center. Human beings often struggle with unpleasant thoughts, feelings and sensations that can seem almost unbearable and impact their behaviors and relationships. When we are consumed with emotional pain and suffering, it becomes a challenge to deal with other important parts of our lives. This may be an important time for you where you realize that your life has shrunk significantly, and you would like to create a life worth living for yourself again. I will venture to guess and say that you are seeking hope and change in your life and naturally, you might feel frightened, so l want to highlight how much courage it takes to start this process of seeking a trusted partner in this journey of discovery, learning and growth.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from the University of South Florida and a master's degree in clinical social work from Temple University. I am licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I have been practicing individua, family, and couples therapy for over thirty-five years. My areas of special interest and experience include Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Substance Dependency Disorders, Co-Occurring Disorders, and Marital issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness therapies to help make sense of your past and present experiences in service of a brighter future. I hope to support you in finding greater peace of mind.

Christopher Ballintyn graduated from La Salle University with a Masters Degree in Professional Clinical Counseling.  He is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, couples and group settings, with experience in both outpatient mental health and addictions counseling.  Since 2019, he has been with Ivyland Counseling Center and works as a full-time counselor at the practice and is experienced working with such challenges as depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.  His primary focus in working with clients is creating a safe space to explore, understand, and create new relationships within ourselves and with others.  He is available and willing to supervise counselors looking for licensure hours. 

Tibor Baukal is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and an associate counselor in marriage and family therapy in New Jersey. His training in family systems has helped him to understand the importance of meeting clients where they are at, and how to work collaboratively with them to help them not only relieve symptoms, but to work through their problems and improve their overall level of functioning and resilience. He understands that the most important aspect of therapy is joining with clients and helping them to develop a sense of hope and expectancy for change.

Justin Blackwell holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from West Chester University and Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University. Justin is a certified Trauma Therapist, as well as a licensed behavior specialist in the state of PA. Justin is a certified Master life coach as well as a certified relationship coach. My specialties are trauma and couples therapy. 

 Evelyn Campbell, LCSW, has over 30 years of experience and provides therapy designed to meet your specific needs. She addresses many issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, couple or family problems, grief and loss.  Recognizing your courage to start therapy, she offers you a safe place to talk about yourself and the changes you seek. Whether you come to therapy as an individual, couple, or family, you will work together to enhance your strengths and create fulfilling, healthy relationships in your life.

 Richard Chaney, M.A., L.M.F.T.: A clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) and a Pennsylvania licensed marriage and family therapist, Richard has been practicing individual, family and couples therapy for over twenty years. 

 Howard Cohen holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Rider University and a Certified Co-occurring Disorders Professional Diplomat ( CCDP-D)( Addictions and Mental Health)) , through the PA. Certification Board. He has provided individual, group, and couples counseling in inpatient mental health , outpatient addictions /mental health , college counseling center for students and private practice group for over thirty years. 

Dawn Davis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor licensed in Pennsylvania and Virginia. She has over six years of experience in the therapy field and has spent over three years as a supervisor. She comes from a systemic background with focus on how your upbringing and relationships impact who you are today. She is also a Certified Geek Therapist and can utilize your favorite characters, stories, and interests to make your therapeutic journey as unique as you are. She has helped a variety of couples, families and individuals navigating concerns such as grief and loss, relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, PTSD, chronic medical issues, and severe and persistent mental illness. She believes in acting as a guide to support you in having your healthiest, most authentic life. She is also available to provide supervision to therapists seeking licensure hours.

Heather earned her MA in Counseling Psychology from Delaware Valley University in 2016. Heather’s focus is social justice community counseling.  She provides support and therapy services to marginalized groups and utilizes a multicultural approach to therapy. Throughout her career, Heather has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with varying diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, acute stress disorder, and trauma.

Jennifer Hart, MA, LPC, CIMHP, is a licensed professional counselor and yoga instructor with over a decade of experience in mind and body wellness practices. She holds a Master’s degree from Eastern University in Clinical Counseling and a Bachelor’s Degree from LaSalle University in Communication and Psychology. She is also an avid plant ally by attending Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine. She completed her yoga studies in 2018 at Studio34 and completed her studies to become a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional in 2022. 

She is heavily involved in studying somatic forms of therapy, and has a trauma informed approach with her clients. Prior to receiving her license, Jennifer worked in clinical and community settings, working with a variety of clients with co-occurring disorders, Substance Abuse, Anxiety and PTSD, and Domestic Violence.

 Adam Kaluzshner is a Licensed Psychologist  who completed his Doctor of Psychology in clinical psychology at Chestnut Hill College.  In the course of his training, he has worked with a diverse group of populations, including at-risk children and teenagers, families dealing with co-parenting and divorce, children and adults with anxiety disorders, and adults with co-occurring disorders. 

Jessica graduated from Rutgers University with a Master of Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Jessica has been working with individuals, couples, and families for about a decade now, and has primary experience doing in home intensive family therapy. Jessica takes a systemic approach when working with people experiencing high conflict in relationships, disrupted attachment, complex trauma, and parental discord. Jessica holds a certificate in Eco-Systemic Structural Family Therapy and utilizes this model when working with families. In addition to ESFT, Jessica utilizes Emotion Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems Theory, and Attachment Theory. Jessica comes from the believe that the therapist’s most important role is to form a strong therapeutic connection where the person can show up authentically wholeheartedly unapologetic. Jessica works to partner with the individual to empower them to make changes within their relationships. 

Lexie received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Marist College and Master of Social Work from Simmons University. Lexie worked for 5 years as a clinician and then Residential Director of a private, special-ed, day and residential school for neurodivergent adolescents age 13-22. She has extensive experience treating diagnoses of all types, including depression and anxiety disorders, OCD, psychosis, and personality disorders.

At the core of Lexie’s clinical practice is a trauma-informed belief system; that we are all impacted by the world, some more than others, and we deserve to feel safe. Therapy is an excellent way work towards feeling safe.

Lexie believes in treating the whole person – not just their mental health symptoms. As such, Lexie utilizes an attachment-based therapy approach, believing that our relationships are the foundation of our lives. She believes that the most effective therapy is the one that client is bought in to and seeks to collaborate with clients each step of the way.

Lexie is a licensed social worker in both Pennsylvania (LCSW) and Massachusetts (LICSW) and in addition to providing telehealth therapy, is passionate about providing quality clinical supervision to social workers looking to grow in their practice.

Julia earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the College of New Jersey in 2017. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of diagnoses. She believes in helping you use your own personal strengths to help you to overcome your struggles and challenges that you may be facing, as well as teaching clients coping skills. 

Therapy is about making space for your thoughts and feelings—thoughts and feelings that may feel big, scary, or out of control sometimes. I see my therapist role as one where, within a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, I guide you on a path to self-discovery so that you can fully realize your potential.

My theoretical orientation might best be described as person-centered, as I believe that empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard for the client provide the foundation for change. However, from this foundation, I believe the path toward change can look different for everybody. Because of this, I strive to be integrative in my approach to therapy, meaning that I will use various treatment modalities to best meet your unique needs and goals. Some of the evidence-based treatments that I draw from are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. Having a background in Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), I also consider how key relationships and systems may play a role in your struggles and the person that you are today.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Music from Muhlenberg College and a Master of Social Work from Temple University. I have several years of experience coordinating care for adults in an acute psychiatric unit as well as experience providing family-based therapy to families experiencing loss, transitions, and trauma. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults; I work with individuals presenting with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, family of origin issues, and life transitions.

Gia Macaluso holds a Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology and is currently working toward her doctorate in Clinical Counseling Psychology.

Some key aspects to Gia’s theoretical orientation are the focus on well-being, and the enhancement of personal and interpersonal functioning across the lifespan.  She addresses a range of issues, including emotional, social, and health and age-related (aging) concerns. Encompassing diverse specialties as Geriatric Counseling, Bereavement and Grief Counseling, Palliative Care and end-of-life issues, relationship and family, and mental health conditions as depression and anxiety.

Building a strong therapeutic alliance is crucial to Gia’s foundational beliefs. She works collaboratively with clients to create an environment of trust and safety, which facilitates open communication and self-exploration.

Gia encourages those who have thought about therapy to do so, it can afford opportunities to live a more wholesome peaceful life and improve overall health and cognition.

Jessica Meinhart has a Bachelor's in Clinical Psychology and a Master's in Couples, Marriage, and Family Therapy from Kutztown University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Jessica has worked with a wide range of diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum, and trauma and has a particular interest in working with couples utilizing the Gottman method, and has experience working with families through an Eco-systemic Structural therapeutic approach. 

Tiyana Mikell graduated from Shippensburg University with her Bachelor’s in Social Work and her Master’s in Counseling with a certification in College Student Personnel and Mental Health. Throughout her time at Shippensburg, she interned and became involved in many sectors of the helping fields.

 Ellise Milburn is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. She received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rider University. 

Lynn Morrone is Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and holds program director responsibilities in the world of mental health with over 7 years of experience. She has published works on moral development and practices through a systemic and trauma informed framework and practices through a trauma informed lens. 

Lynn works best with concerns related to Anxiety and Depression, gender identity, relationship conflict, and attachment, as well as barriers in executive functioning and open communication. She also holds an affinity for working with those interested in fantasy, gaming/nerd culture, and creative expression. 

Okeke is a master’s level clinician, nationally certified and an associate professional counselor. He is also a certified EMDR clinician specializing in helping and supporting adults with symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma-related challenges. His approach is simple: “making humans feel humane”. He utilizes evidence-based interventions like person-centered approaches, CBT and OARS among others to make healing a holistic approach while bringing meaning to every encounter.  

By focusing on the whole person, rather than just their symptoms, Okeke ensures that clients receive comprehensive care that addresses their physical, emotional, and psychological needs. This holistic approach fosters long-term well-being and helps individuals build resilience against future challenges. It also allows for more personalized treatment plans, which can lead to more effective outcomes.

  As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Elizabeth Otto, has been trained in mental health and addiction therapy to work with individuals, couples, families and groups. Using strength-based modalities, she seeks to help clients understand how relationship patterns from their family of origin contribute to current struggles. By building a strong awareness fostering alliance with clients, Elizabeth encourages resolution of existing conflicts. 

Lori holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services and a Master of Science degree in Clinical and Counseling psychology, both earned from Chestnut Hill College. She is currently working towards licensure in the state of PA. In the course of her training, she has worked with a diverse group of populations, including community based work with those struggling with substance abuse/co-occurring disorders, as well as experience with those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. Lori’s approach combines CBT, mindfulness techniques and psychodynamic exploration to address both immediate concerns and underlying issues.

Krysta Phillips, LMFT has been a practicing clinician for over 7 years seeing those struggling with depression, anxiety and all of the insidious manifestations of low self-esteem. Krystal structures treatment for the families and individuals that she works with, using different therapeutic models such as: mindfulness, DBT, CBT and trauma informed therapy models. She is passionate about helping her clients find a place of peace during stressful times.

Antonell Robinson is a mental health counselor practicing as a pre-licensed professional, having passed the National Counselor Examination (NCE). She graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine with a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults, in individual, family, and group settings, with experience in both residential and outpatient counseling.  She is currently a school counselor. Prior to becoming a school counselor she was a full time therapist for trauma survivors. She has experience in working with such challenges as depression, anxiety, grief, problematic sexual behaviors, relationship struggles, self-esteem issues, stress, family problems, and trauma. Her main focus is to work with clients in creating a safe space and helping them improve their overall quality of life. She enjoys using CBT techniques and trauma informed approaches.

Subsequent to receiving her Masters degree in Counseling Psychology in 1990, Kathleen has had the opportunity to develop her counseling skills over many years and in a variety of settings. These settings included counseling addicted individuals, as an administrator and counselor for Special Education young adults, working as an adjunct professor teaching psychology in a community college setting, as a K-12 guidance counselor, providing mental health services in a prison, and finally in private practice where she continues to hone her skills so as to support you in your effort to attain emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health.

Kathleen treats individuals including those with anxiety, stress, depression, struggles with transitions, loss and grief, and relationship concerns, She will support you as you navigate through life’s challenges, providing you with the opportunity to learn emotional regulation, resiliency, mindfulness strategies, and self care, among other methods for enhancing a greater sense of peace, self understanding, confidence, and fulfillment.

Kathleen looks forward to meeting you in her virtual office. 

Tim received his Masters Degree in Social Work from Temple University's School of Social Administration.  He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 19 years of experience as a Clinical Therapist and Supervisor.

 Heather received her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology with a Trauma Studies concentration from Eastern University and a Horticulture Therapy Certificate through Delaware Valley University.  She has worked in schools, universities, and in-home settings providing individual and family therapy.  She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as well as those in the LGBTQ community.  Heather uses a strength-based approach to help individuals see how family patterns, along with past and present conflicts, can contribute to current struggles. She supports individuals in processing and understanding those conflicts so they can work together towards a resolution. 

Kia Scott graduated from Gwynedd Mercy College with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University.  She is currently working on becoming licensed.  Kia has many years of experience working with individuals, families and children.  She is certified in couples therapy and has helped clients with difficult relationship circumstances.  Kia uses a holistic approach coupled with CBT which helps clients change the way they view their daily struggles.

Sara Slabonik is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy with a specialization in counseling. Sara has worked with children and adolescents in various settings including outpatient, partial programs, inpatient facilities, schools, and BHRS across Pennsylvania. Sara works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, and trauma.

Erin holds a BA degree in Social and Developmental Psychology from Penn State and a Masters degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College with a specialization in couples, marriage and family therapies.

Erin believes in utilizing therapy for self-reflection and exploring personal experiences that shape our self narratives and belief systems in order to promote a personable and strength-based approach to healthy healing and personal growth.

Erin has experience in utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach with strengths in Behavioral, CBT, and Ecosystemic Structural strategies. She has worked with multiple populations; children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in order to help her clients develop healthy coping strategies for a variety of diagnoses, with special interest in ADHD, Autism, trauma, depression and anxiety, as well as interpersonal relationships, family dynamics and effective communication. Erin is also an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and varied relationship orientations.

Tricia Thalheimer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides an individualized, person-centered approach to therapy. She received her Master’s in Social Work from West Chester University - Philadelphia Campus. She has experience working with children and adolescents in various treatment settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and within the public school system. Tricia also has experience working with women and children who have experienced domestic violence. She is passionate about working with adolescents and young adults in the LGBTQ community and is experienced with supporting individuals on the gender spectrum, offering a safe and understanding place in which to explore and begin navigating the transition process together. Tricia’s areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

Beth Ungaro holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She has experience working with adults, adolescents and children who struggle with many of life’s trials and tribulations. Beth believes in creating a safe space where individuals can become empowered and face their challenges head-on.