Meet Our
Licensed Professional Counselors
Julia graduated in 2007 with a Masters degree in Community Counseling, with an emphasis on addiction therapy, from Slippery Rock University. In 2007, she became a National Certified Counselor, and in 2009, became a Licensed Professional Counselor. Julia has worked with clients in multiple settings, including inpatient treatment, outpatient therapy services, and crisis intervention settings.
Julia's passion for working with individuals who are living with mental health and substance use, continues to drive her daily work in the private practice setting. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, suicide, self-injury, and many other significant emotional needs. Trauma care and treatment has been a focus for Julia. In 2015, Julia completed EMDR training and began to incorporate the use of EMDR in the outpatient setting. In November of 2020, Julia completed training to become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
Driven to deepen her understanding of the gut-brain connection, Julia earned her certification as a Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist in 2025. Her focus is on exploring how nutrition influences clinical disorders and impacts behavior and mood, with a strong emphasis on the core principles of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Julia opened Assurance Counseling Services LLC in 2015. Her focus, while continuing in program development and growth of services to the community, is truly on the individual that she is serving. Julia's clients can expect to be treated with a genuine investment, authenticity, and to be challenged to meet the goals they have set to improve overall wellness in life.
Apryle is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with a strong foundation in clinical psychology. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology from the University of Mount Olive in 2010 and her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2013. She became nationally certified and licensed in 2017 and has since pursued extensive advanced training to deepen her clinical expertise.
Credentials & Certifications:
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Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) – 2020
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Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT) – 2021
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) – 2023
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Certified Neuropsychotherapist (NPT-C) – 2024
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Certified Grief-Informed Professional (CGP) – 2025
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Certificate in Advanced EMDR Therapy Skills (EMDRPT-II) – 2025
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Member of the Brain Injury Association of America – 2020
With extensive training in trauma-informed care, Apryle works with individuals navigating the complex emotional and psychological challenges that arise after a brain injury. She is particularly passionate about supporting both individuals and families as they adjust to life after such an injury, helping them to rebuild strength, resilience, and a sense of connection.
In addition to her work with brain injury survivors, Apryle supports adolescents and adults dealing with emotional dysregulation related to trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. Apryle specializes in supporting individuals who have experienced attachment ruptures, helping them to heal from relational wounds and rebuild trust in themselves and others.
Apryle’s approach blends Attachment theory and Somatic Experiencing exercises, helping clients reconnect with their bodies and develop a sense of safety and balance. Apryle incorporates additional evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Brainspotting, Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), in addition to faith-based modalities when desired.
Known for her warm, empathetic style, Apryle fosters a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard, understood, and empowered. She works closely with each client to develop a personalized, strength-based treatment plan that promotes healing, emotional regulation, resilience, and sustainable growth while addressing the mind-body connection.
Marsha graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in 1991 from Elizabethtown College. She received her Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from Immaculata University in 1993. In 1995 she became a National Certified Counselor, and in 2002 she became a Licensed Professional Counselor. Marsha has experience working with clients in a variety of settings including inpatient treatment, long term residential, and outpatient therapy.
Marsha has worked extensively with individuals living with co-occurring mental health and substance use issues. In 1996 she became a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and an Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICAADC). In 2005 Marsha became a Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional with Diplomate status (CCDP-D). Her passion for helping individuals struggling with mental health and substance use as both a counselor and director of treatment facilities has provided her with a wealth of knowledge and compassion for people working to overcome those challenges.
A life-long learner, Marsha has pursued training and certification in many therapeutic techniques which enhance her ability to help clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship distress, emotional distress, and trauma related issues. In 2010 she became Certified in Choice Theory and Reality Therapy (CTRTC) and in 2012 became a teaching faculty member of the Glasser Institute for Choice Theory. She has also received specialized training in Person Centered Therapy (PCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR.) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), Polyvagal Theory techniques, and Somatic Experiencing technique. In 2021, Marsha became an EFT-TFT-Tapping Master Practitioner and became a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). In 2023, Marsha received training in Advanced Flash Techniques and became certified in Advanced EMDR Skills for trauma and PTSD (EMDR-PT). Marsha is also certified in Neuropsychotherapy (NPT-C) for brain-based trauma resolution.
Her focus in private practice is to provide her clients with compassionate, supportive, trauma informed care and partner with them to improve their mental health and achieve their goals. Marsha’s therapy style is genuine, down to earth, relaxed, and comfortable. She provides a warm and inviting safe, non-judgmental space where healing can begin. Marsha’s sense of humor can also help clients feel at ease and even have some fun in therapy.
Lauren graduated in 2015 from Texas Tech University Health Science Center with a Masters degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. In 2022 she became a Licensed Professional Counselor and joined Assurance Counseling Services that same year.
Lauren has been working in the counseling field since 2013 and has experience working with individuals in home, community, and outpatient settings. Lauren has training and experience treating children and adults with various concerns. Recently, Lauren completed extensive training for children and adolescents with anxiety disorders. Lauren's therapy style is inviting and judgement free. She supports clients to explore possible change while using humanistic and mindfulness approaches.
Heather graduated in 2014 from Gannon University with a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2019 and completed an EMDRIA approved EMDR basic training that same year. In 2021, Heather obtained a certification in Exposure and Response Prevention from the Cognitive Behavior Institute in Pittsburgh, PA with a focus on treating OCD and other anxiety related disorders.
Heather has worked with a diverse group of adolescents (14+) and adults in outpatient and private practice settings. She has helped individuals address a range of concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief and loss, and family and interpersonal conflicts.
Heather’s therapy style is laid back, empathetic, and eclectic. She aims to connect with clients through active listening, a non-judgmental approach, and humor when appropriate. She encourages reflection and self-discovery and reminds clients that healing is non-linear and messy, but within their reach.
As an Art Therapist, Thyra believes in the healing and restorative power of art making and creativity for all ages, stages of life, and mental health needs. Thyra works alongside clients with a person-centered, strength-based approach that is open, encouraging, and down-to-earth. She comes alongside of clients to help them access their personal strengths, resources, and unique life experiences with non-judgmental curiosity and thoughtfulness.
Through Art Therapy and other applied psychological approaches, she has helped individuals address a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, personality disorders, grief and loss.
Thyra graduated in 2012 with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Literature from Taylor University. In 2018, she graduated from Seton Hill University with her Masters degree in Art Therapy specializing in Counseling. In 2022, she became a Board Certified Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Meet Our
Office Staff
Becca graduated with high honors from Penn Highlands Community College in 2023 with an Associates of Applied Science degree in Medical Coding and Billing. Since then, she has seamlessly transitioned into providing exceptional support as a member of the office staff, while additionally advocating for individuals in the local community. Her unique blend of medical knowledge, combined with her experience collaborating with a team of providers, allows Becca to offer comprehensive and compassionate care. This skill set enables her to effectively contribute to the well-being of those she supports, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism, empathy, and kindness.
From all of us at Assurance Counseling Services...
"It has been and will continue to be an honor to serve
the residents of Cambria and Somerset County communities
through Assurance Counseling Services."