Clinical Counseling and Therapy

Now more than ever, we know how important it is to reach out for help if you need it. If you are going through a difficult time and feel overwhelmed or simply want to make improvements, why not take the first steps to sit down and talk to someone?

MyndWorks Counseling Program

Founded in 2004, MyndWorks Outpatient Counseling Program was designed to provide mental health counseling to some of the most vulnerable children and families in our community. JFS maintains the same commitment to provide the highest quality therapeutic services to all members of our community, through an outstanding team of clinicians, who have expertise working with all age groups and in multiple modalities.  If you or a family member is in need of counseling, then JFS is here to help.

Our capable, nonjudgmental clinicians offer therapy services for all stages of life.
There’s no problem too big or too small.

Services Offered:

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Our Clinicians

Marjorie has worked at JFS in the SeniorLinks program, primarily providing Geriatric Care Management services. She earned her B.A. in psychology from Bloomsburg University in 1992 then received her Master of Social Work degree from Temple University in 2008. In being a geriatric care manager, Marjorie developed a passion for emotionally supporting older adults through difficult life transitions with empathy, compassion and empowerment. She enjoys working therapeutically with adults and older adults with issues of grief, transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem and healing from past trauma. Using an eclectic approach with influences of somatic therapies, guided meditation, basic EMDR and cognitive behavioral therapy, Marjorie enjoys blending effective mainstream therapeutic methods with holistic techniques, to address mind, body and spirit. She believes that the best healing environment is one in which the client feels safe and supported to explore issues of the past and grow into their best self.

Bryna has been a social worker for 30 years, working with diverse populations from foster care, infant adoption, case management, to in-home senior therapy, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Bryna specializes in older teen and adult therapy. She is a trauma-informed therapist and has been with JFS since 2012. Bryna holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Maryland and has been a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers since 1996. 

Amada Stuffle serves a variety of clients ranging from ages 14 to older adults. She earned her B.S. of Psychology from Penn State University and her Master of Social Work from Shippensburg University. Amanda’s clinical focus is on trauma throughout the lifespan. She is also knowledgeable in treatment of depression, anxiety, anger management, and self-esteem issues. She utilizes EMDR, CPT, and TF-CBT to address client’s trauma. Amanda is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Prior to being an Outpatient Therapist Amanda worked as a Mobile Therapist/Behavioral Specialist Consultant.

Mary Tarbell serves children between the ages of 4 and 12 years of age. Mary is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from Clarion University and her M.Ed. in Counseling from Shippensburg University. She has 21 years of experience in counseling and play therapy, working with issues of abuse and trauma, foster care and adoption, attachment, behavior, autism spectrum disorders, school problems, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, separation and divorce-related issues. She is the coordinator and co-leader of our Social Sense program, which helps to develop social skills in a group setting. Mary also works in our AdoptionLinks program as a Permanency Coordinator, providing services to children and families who are involved in the child welfare system. Mary previously worked as an Elementary School Guidance Counselor and a Mobile Therapist/Behavior Specialist Consultant.

Recently, Mary has begun to offer Clinical Supervision for Play Therapists.

On the personal side, she and her husband are the proud adoptive parents of two teenage sons.

Bio to come

FAQs:

All individuals and families are eligible for services, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, age, or country of origin.
Health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid covers many services. For those without insurance or means to pay, fees are determined on a sliding scale based on income.

JFS is staffed by Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Counselors.

Appointments can be made by calling our office at 717-233-1681 (extension #3055) during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.
All communications with Jewish Family Service are confidential and all employees must sign confidentiality agreements. Written records are kept in locked files.

Our Services

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