About Us

LPC, PhD

Psychotherapist

Donna Radl is a Psychotherapist and EMDR-trained clinician offering individual counseling in-person and online, to treat most anxiety disorders. Donna has experience working with a range of medical and mental health patients of all ages. In addition to EMDR, Donna is proficient in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness approaches, using the expressive therapies as a complementary and therapeutic tool when appropriate.

Donna’s doctorate is from Drexel University in Philadelphia where she studied the effects of an expressive intervention on emotional distress in 60 oncology patients using a randomized controlled trial (RCT) design. 

Prior to pursuing Donna’s doctoral degree in Creative Arts Therapies, she practiced traditional (verbal) and expressive (non-verbal) Psychotherapy at Bryn Mawr Hospital, Eagleville Hospital and Human Services, Inc. in Pennsylvania. Until the pandemic, Donna also practiced Art Therapy and Counseling at Paoli Hospital where she provided clinical supervision to graduate students for five years.

Donna has conducted workshops at research conferences locally in Philadelphia, New York City, New Jersey, and San Antonio, Texas. Her research interests are with evidence-based Art Therapy and efficacy of innovative interventions, such as Art Therapy integrated with Positive Psychology. Donna’s primary research focus is with stress-reducing interventions that use Expressive Arts Therapies. The National Endowment for the Arts awarded her with a $20,000 Research: Art Works match-grant for her research (grant #14-3800-7007). 

Please feel free to contact Donna directly via text or phone at 610-368-1090.

MA, ATR-BC, LPC

Psychotherapist

Maureen Vita is a certified EMDR clinician. Maureen is certified in Flash Technique (an abbreviated form of EMDR therapy). Maureen is a Board-Certified Art Therapist, and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Maureen's EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) certification is with EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) and she has been using EMDR therapy with clients since 2017. Maureen specializes in working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and issues related to serious medical diagnosis and treatment.

Maureen is experienced in working with adults and children diagnosed with cancer and other chronic illnesses. She is certified to work with siblings of disabled children and with caregivers and family members who may be suffering from caregiver burnout.

Maureen's therapeutic approach depends primarily on the client's goals and needs. She strives to meet each client where they are in a completely non-judgmental manner – using a combination of verbal therapy, trauma (EMDR or Flash Technique) therapy and art therapy. 

Maureen has conducted groups and workshops all over the United States and workshops at the American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Annual Conferences, the Expressive Therapies Summit, and at the Delaware Valley Art Therapy Association (DVATA) (now known as PAATA) Annual Conferences.

Maureen has supervised master’s level Creative Art Therapists for board certification. She has supervised LPCs (Licensed Professional Counselors) for credentialing in the State of Pennsylvania. Maureen has been a volunteer for the Cancer Support Community of Philadelphia for several years as well as Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC), teaching cancer patients, caregivers and families, creative methods and strategies to cope with their illnesses. 

Please feel free to email Maureen directly at:  maureen.vita@gmail.com

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist

Offering Saturday hours! 

Paul Gushurst graduated Phi Betta Kappa from the University of Mary Washington with a BS in Psychology and from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Master’s degree in Social Work.  He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist  with over 14 years of experience working with emotionally and behaviorally challenged children and their families. He also has over 8 years ofexperience working with adults and seniors who are dealing with many of the common mental health issues including: anxiety, mood disorders (depression and bipolar); trauma, and anger. Paul is also skilled in working with couples. 

As a clinician, Paul’s approach is based upon cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and he also strives toincorporate coping skills, including creativity and problem solving, mindfulness practice, and the exploration of spirituality. He considers himself a partner and guide who can assist, accompany, and encourage you to create positive, pragmatic, integrated, and holistic solutions to what is troubling you. Paul-also  believes strongly that there is always a path forward no matter how difficult things may seem.

Paul is currently working on Saturdays, Mondays, and Tuesdays and doing face to face sessions as well as telehealth. Please call (804-822-5529) and schedule a time for us to get together.  Thank you.

Paul also accepts the following insurances:  Aetna, Quest, United Healthcare (United Behavioral Health)/OPTUM; and Highmark Blue Shield, Tricare, Medicare; Independence Blue Cross 

M.S., NCC

Couples Counselor

 Heidi Byers is a compassionate and highly skilled therapist, specializing in couples counseling. Through her expertise in evidence-based therapeutic modalities, Heidi tailors her approach to meet each client's unique needs. With warmth, empathy, and a deep understanding of the pain-points associated with past traumas, she gently guides individuals through exploring and releasing the emotional burdens they carry. 

Relationships play a pivotal role in our lives. Heidi is passionate about helping couples rediscover their love and rebuild their bond. If your relationship is burdened by unresolved conflicts, communication breakdowns, or the lingering effects of trauma, she offers a non-judgmental space where both partners can be heard, understood, and supported in finding new paths toward healing and reconnection.

Past traumas can create lasting wounds, affecting our emotional well-being, self-esteem, and ability to form healthy connections with others. Heidi is here to provide a safe and nurturing environment for you to explore, understand, and heal from painful experiences. Heidi is dedicated to supporting clients in their journey to heal. By working collaboratively with her clients, Heidi helps them develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and reclaim their personal power. Please feel free to contact Heidi directly at 484-306-3884.