Shane Landherr, LMFT

I believe deeply in the value of marriage and its ability to unite and empower individuals. The safety, security, and attachment that a committed lifelong partnership provides is undeniable. I chose this profession out of a desire to see marriages become more vibrant, thriving, and satisfying; and after 10 years in the field, I am still committed to that desire.

However, if you are looking for someone who’s had a perfect marriage to give you advice on how to fix yours, I’m not that guy. If instead, you want someone who will be blunt about the honest challenges of marriage, who’s been divorced and made mistakes, who will never judge you for yours but will call you out when necessary, then I’m him.

I get it. I’ve been there. It’s hard …and it can get better.

Be it an affair, effects of infertility, or sexual issues; I can help. My approach is to draw from the systemic theories of the MFT field, integrating treatments such as Emotion Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems. This allows me to thoroughly assess and treat your unique case. The outcome may not always be what we expected; but there is much we can do to walk through the difficulties you face, and find a new path forward that brings healing, wholeness, and fulfillment. 

In my work as a therapist I place a strong emphasis on creating a professional working relationship built on trust and feelings of safety. It is essential that you feel safe when working with me in order to heal. My goal is to help you learn more about your strengths, your values, and your dreams for your future. I want to help you feel more in control of your mental health so that your quality of life can be improved. You deserve to feel better and to live the life that you desire.

I have a strong passion in working with those who have a history of trauma and painful life events, and believe that early intervention is key in preventing further mental health issues and trauma exposure.  I am now a certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist which is a type of trauma-informed psychotherapy. EMDR is one of the most effective therapies for those experiencing trauma-related symptoms. I also have training and experience in providing Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and have found that pairing IFS and EMDR is an effective way of healing trauma. I would also like to note that I am especially interested in working with LGBTQ members and am open to working with those who are 12 or older. Other areas of interest include working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief/loss, and self-esteem issues.

Hello, I’m Erica, I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist and I work primarily from a systemic approach, what this means is the therapy works explores clients relationships, experiences and other aspects of their world while also remaining client focused and strengths based. I feel the therapeutic relationship can be a strong and powerful tool for moving forward in a positive way. I work from a range of systemic approaches as well as behavioral models based on the needs and goals of the clients I am working with. I feel that therapy is a journey that can assist anyone in making changes and finding more positivity and light in their lives. 

My therapeutic approach is strengths based and collaborative. I believe that relating with honesty, courage, and compassion to others, the world around us, and perhaps most foundationally, to ourselves, lies at the heart of living a full and healthy life. I also believe that each person has the means within themselves to address the challenges that they are facing. My role is to help identify those internal resources, and offer guidance in utilizing them. I have experience working with couples, as well as individuals facing a number of challenges such as anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and relational issues. 

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with adults, children, adolescents and older populations. I believe in a collaborative and holistic approach to counseling, and I feel that the therapeutic process can be a powerful tool in helping people identify and work through barriers to meeting their potential.

I am trained and have experience in Internal Family Systems therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I am also trained and have experience in the treatment of grief and loss and traumatic bereavement. Other areas of experience include working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and transitional difficulties. I am also a veteran of the armed forces and have a passion for working with veterans and their families.

  Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s easy to miss the forest for the trees?” In my work as a therapist, I believe it is essential to look beyond compartmentalized symptoms (the trees) to assess the individual as a whole person (the forest). As my client, you will find that I am committed to fostering every dimension of your well-being by considering all parts of self. Together, we can address the root cause of the surface issues, and begin to experience healing, learning and growth.

My counseling approach is solution-focused and strength-based, with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Developmental Theories. Some areas of particular interest to me are: behavioral issues, parenting challenges, mood disorders, and general mental health concerns. While I enjoy working with people of all ages, I specialize in counseling children and adolescents. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor with a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lock Haven University 

My approach to counseling centers on meeting each client where they are at and addressing their concerns within the larger context of who they are as an individual, in their relationships, and in their day-to-day world.  To that end, I strive to help my clients better understand both the internal and external factors that impact their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and interactions.  I utilize a variety of different counseling strategies and approaches based on each client’s needs, including holistic wellness (exploring the factors that impact our physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being), mindfulness and self-regulation, stress management, personal strengths and resources identification, and cognitive behavioral techniques.  It is extremely important to me that my clients feel safe, respected, and understood each time we meet as we work as a team to address their counseling goals.

I have multiple years of experience working with college students at several different university counseling centers, and welcome the opportunity to continue to serve this population in our local community.  I also enjoy working with older adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of different issues, including anxiety and depression, eating and body image concerns, OCD, trauma responses, time management/ADHD, faith-based/spirituality concerns, relationship issues, and other general mental health concerns.  

  I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a State College local who has been a practicing counselor since 2012. My counseling approach is person-centered, focused on meeting people wherever they are in their mental/emotional health, and includes existential, cognitive, feminist, and empowerment counseling approaches. I have experience providing therapy to people across multiple settings and primary goals/concerns, and strive to bring an "informed not-knowing" to each individual where I can use my education and experience to meet that person's unique expertise in what it is like to be them.

I'm passionate about providing support around issues of systemic oppression such as gender, sexual orientation, race, and disability and find it important to bring into the counseling setting a frank awareness of how these issues impact people in and out of the counseling setting. I specialize in trauma-informed counseling and have specific training in Internal Family Systems and EMDR for trauma processing. I work with adults and older adolescents.

As a systemically trained couple and family therapist, I strive to prioritize curiosity, compassion and connection in therapy. My purpose as a relational therapist is to provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment where exploration and transformation can occur. I believe that everyone has various ways of viewing the world and others through their own unique lens that colors their experiences and shapes the way they interact with others. Thus, I aim to treat my clients with respect and communicate in a way that does not discriminate, marginalize, pathologize or allow them to feel that their experiences are not true or their own. I strive to assist my clients in learning their individual role in influencing negative relational dynamics, explore how their past is currently influencing the present, help each individual better understand their own and their partner or family members internal world and improve their ability to communicate in more effective and healthy ways.

I incorporate mindfulness, emotionally focused and experiential therapy elements into my work and will alternate between directive and collaborative roles, depending on my client’s needs and relational dynamics. I am a trauma informed therapist and have experience working primarily with individuals and couples coping with anxiety, depression, grief & loss, relational or professional stress and phase of life transitions. 

At the heart of my therapy is the understanding that life can be challenging and unpredictable. Yet, even in these moments of uncertainty, there lie opportunities for growth and peace. My philosophy is that we're never truly “lost”—we're exactly where we need to be in our journey toward awareness, understanding, acceptance, and healing. Establishing a professional, therapeutic relationship to promote safety is my top priority. This relationship thrives on healthy boundaries and a commitment to encouraging genuine and authentic self-expression. Through this, we create an environment where we can explore your strengths and tackle personal challenges together.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, offering support to individuals, couples, and families. My approach integrates systemic thinking, trauma-informed techniques, behavioral models, and collaborative strategies. I am also informed by the concept of intersectionality, recognizing the interconnected nature of social categories like race, class, gender, and culture as they apply to individuals and groups. In my room, every aspect of who you are is acknowledged and welcomed. I am open to working with children ages 9 and above in parent-child sessions, adolescents, and adults. My areas of interest include depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, codependency, attachment issues, trauma, LGBTQ+, and matters related to identity and belonging.