WELCOME TO CHOICES
We are proud to introduce our experienced and highly trained clinical staff.
All Choices counselors possess the most important qualities you can ask for in a therapist: compassion, empathy, respect and authenticity. These basic traits help to form a genuine, trusting relationship.
Choose the right counselor for you
We understand that matching you with the right person can mean the difference between a successful therapeutic experience or a bad one. That is why we have counselors with a variety of therapeutic styles and personalities.
Therapeutic rapport refers to the empathic and shared understanding of issues between a therapist and a client. This means it is a team effort between therapist and client to work towards the best possible outcome. Without this intrinsic element therapy is doomed to failure. Many therapists and counselors talk of advanced training and clinical experience while lacking the basic empathy and understanding that really motivates individuals.
This X factor quality is what Choices looks for in therapists- that intangible element that brings therapy to life. Anyone can read a book and apply the interventions but it takes a true therapist to make it work.
Staff
Owner and Clinical Director- Adam Kleinman, LCSW is a fully Certified Trauma Therapist/Psychotherapist
Adam Kleinman, LCSW is a fully Certified Trauma Therapist/Psychotherapist and the Clinical Director of Choices. He specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety and trauma.
Adam received both his Bachelor Degree in Sociology and Master Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh.
Adam has 20 years of diverse experience in mental health with extensive experience in a variety of settings.
In 2013 Adam opened Choices Clinical Counseling to provide high level, cutting edge counseling to people that want to get better and stay better.
Adam provides treatment for a wide range of challenges and supervises the care of all Choices clientele.
" Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve"
Napoleon HIll
Credentials
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)- A Master's level mental health counselor who is independently licensed to provide private counseling services
- Certified Trauma Therapist trained by leading Psychologist and author Dr. Ricky Greenwald
- Fully Certified EMDR Consultant providing supervision to EMDR clinicians
- Extensive training and experience with Attachment Based Therapy
- Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by leading CBT trainer, author and psychologist Dr. Aldo Pucci
Shanna Handzus, LPC- Associate Clinical Director
Shanna is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Therapist. She also has certifications in Life Coaching, Holistic Health Coaching and Wellness Coaching. Shanna specializes in trauma treatment as well as depression and anxiety of all ages.
Along with providing top of the line psychotherapy services, Shanna is the Associate Clinical Director at Choices. She develops, implements, and oversees the clinical services, policies, and programs within Choices.
Shanna’s approach to therapy is overall wellness of clients, looking at mental health from a holistic and balanced perspective.
Shanna’s method of treatment is eclectic and tailored to client needs. Using a variety of evidence-based practices, she will give patients an individualized experience towards self-reflection and growth.
“Sometimes it's more about the journey than the destination.”
Jamal Crawford
Shanna has 16 years experience in the Mental Health field from a very diverse background of clinical settings.
Evening hours available
Target areas:
- Depression In both adults and adolescents
- Anxiety in adults, adolescents, and children
- Therapy for children
- Adjustment and transitional issues
- Bipolar and mood disorders
- Individual psychotherapy services
- Assessments and evaluations
- Holistic Health and Wellness Coaching - private pay
- Offering online teletherapy and in person services
Erika Broeker, LPC
Evening hours available
Erika Broeker, NCC, LPC has been working within the mental health field for the past 6 years. Erika has extensive training working with children and families.
Erika specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, mood disorders, and disorders associated with adolescents and children.
Erika has an outgoing and positive personality to complement her clinical experience using many modalities of therapy.
Erika will provide therapy that adapts to your presenting concerns either in office or via telehealth services.
"Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change"
Tony Robbins
Conditions treated
- Childhood and adolescent disorders
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Personality disorders
- Autism
- Eating Disorders
- Adjustment and transitional issues
- Assessments and evaluations
- Bipolar and mood disorders
- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Online teletherapy and counseling services
Samantha Bennett, LSW (LMSW)
Evening hours available
Samantha has experience providing mental health services in a variety of different settings. She uses a blend of approaches in sessions to help you learn to help yourself.
Sam has a laid back approach that will give you the space to express yourself and clarify your feelings.
"You are the artist of your own life. Don't hand the paintbrush to anyone else"
Samantha provides a relaxed and supportive space to work through your challenges. Depression, anxiety and adjustment issues can be difficult, but Samantha will help you find your strengths and use them to propel you towards your goals.
Samantha accepts Highmark, UPMC, Optum/United Health Care along with cash pay.
Please call for more information.
Conditions treated
- Depression In both adults and adolescents
- Anxiety In both adults and adolescents
- Therapy for children
- Adjustment and transitional issues
- Individual psychotherapy services
- Online teletherapy and In person counseling services
Wendy Mikolich, LSW Certified Education Specialist
Evening hours available
Wendy Mikolich, LSW has been providing mental health services for over 10 years. She has experience working in the school setting dealing with challenging behavioral situations with adolescents and children.
Wendy is outgoing and caring. She specializes in the treatment of children and adults struggling with anxiety, depression and a variety behavioral concerns.
"Every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day"
Wendy takes Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, cash pay and Optum/United Health Care Insurances.
She also offers flexible scheduling and evening sessions.
Please call for more information.
Conditions treated
- Childhood and adolescent disorders
- Autism and ADHD, conduct disorders
- Difficulties in the academic setting related to behavioral problems of children and adolescents
- Depression In both adults and children
- Anxiety In both adults and children
- Adjustment and transitional issues
- Online teletherapy and counseling services
Amanda Kleinman, Bachelors DEGREE in Business Administration, Office Manager
Amanda has been with Choices since the beginning. Amanda is in charge of billing, scheduling and insurances. She was instrumental in getting Choices up and running and her work ethic and dedication help maintain Choices still today.
Amanda can help with any questions related to billing, scheduling, staffing and insurances.
"It is better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret"
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Mission statement
Choices promise
The mission of Choices Clinical Counseling is to provide top-notch, cutting edge mental health treatment to highly motivated people who want to get better and remain so. We operate under the basic premise that trauma is the core issue of many mental health challenges. As a family owned and family-centered practice, our aim is to normalize mental health treatment, fight stigma and help clients unlock their true potential through healthy thinking. In addition, Choices Clinical Counseling will continue to innovate and adapt to the ever-changing circumstances and needs of our clients.
