Meet Kristen

Kristen Schenker, MSSA, LCSW, ICADC-ICCS

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn more about my practice and me!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Trauma, and Addiction. I have worked in the mental health field for over 14 years, including 7 years working as an administer and trainer in inpatient dual disorder and substance use disorder specialty hospitals in both PA and Ohio.

I am also a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with the Clinical Supervisor Certification. 

I have specialized postgraduate training in Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP/EXRP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and PE for PTSD, and am a certified meditation teacher.

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I have had the unique privilege to oversee and facilitate specialized programming for Medical Professionals struggling with substance use and dual disorders.

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I have a passion for clinical teaching and therapist development and have presented at numerous conferences and other training events on addiction, grief, anxiety, and family recovery.

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My mission is to empower and educate people while providing evidence-based treatment so you can be free to be your true self!

My approach is individualized based on your needs and preferences however I typically incorporate mindfulness, stress management, and visualization techniques into my practice.  I have a passion for fitness and enjoy offering people the opportunity to learn more about how physical health and nature allow us to become out best selves!

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While I am results oriented and passionate about clinical excellence, I am more than training and a CV! I can briefly summarize myself as a compassionate tiger! Yes! A Winnie-the Pooh reference! I love my amazing, goofy, wonderful family and am truly humbled each day by the opportunity to be a mom to the most amazing little girl! My passion, energy, and flexibility are all traits I proudly bring to my role as a therapist.

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