Megan Sparks, MS, LPC, ICST

Hi! My goal as a clinician is to build a warm, safe, and trusting relationship to allow individuals, couples, and families space to grow into their fullest potential. I view counseling as an opportunity to identify and build on strengths, with a focus on the whole person: mind, body, and spirit; rather than as a diagnosis or a set of symptoms. I have over 20 years of experience working with people of all ages, with a variety of issues and concerns. I believe that everyone has the potential for health and happiness; my role is to accompany you on that journey.

I am trained to utilize expressive therapies in conjunction with talk therapy to help people find ways to better articulate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a Registered Play Therapy - Supervisor (RPT-S), I have extensive experience utilizing play and sand therapies to address numerous life issues such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.

I completed my PhD at Loyola University of Maryland. My studies helped me to integrate my experience with a strong theoretical orientation in wellness. If you are interested in becoming more mindful and self-compassionate, and would like to learn ways to live a full, purposeful, and joyful life, please contact me. I would love to help you on that path.

Hi there! Whether you’re dealing with everyday school or work stress, navigating a major life change or challenging relationship dynamic, processing the death of a loved one, coping with feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, or anxiety, readjusting to a post-pandemic world, or anything in between - you’ve come to the right place and I’m so glad you’re here.  

I am a License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been practicing in the field for 6 years. I specialize in adolescents and adults ages 12+. My approach is primarily strengths based and client centered, with techniques derived from various modalities including CBT, DBT and mindfulness. I have a genuine interest in meeting clients where they are, allowing for a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings, and ultimately helping them become their best selves. 

Some of my interests include anxiety, social phobia, self-esteem challenges, depressive symptoms, trauma, identity/sexuality, ADHD challenges, and life transitions. I welcome clients of all races, backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations.

I look forward to starting this journey along with you. 

Thank you for stopping by and welcome! My goal as a therapist is provide you with a welcoming environment in which you feel safe to express those deeper thoughts that may be difficult to share. I enjoy building rapport with my clients and I am open to listen and help guide you through your therapeutic journey. Together, we will identify your strengths as well as work on things that may be a challenge, creating goals to help you make positive steps moving forward. 

My experience includes working with children and families as a counselor working in the education system for the last 16 years. In this setting I worked with individuals on issues such anxiety or depression, life adjustment, grief, stress, and issues with self-esteem or self-worth. I have an extensive background in behavioral modification working with children in the school and home setting. My therapy style includes the use of empathy, creativity, mindfulness, and stems from a strengths-based approach. My therapeutic approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy and art/play therapy. I would say I am eclectic in my practice and realize that therapy is not a “one size fits all” approach. I will find what works best for you or your child while we explore the therapeutic process together.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and earned my Masters of Science in Counseling from McDaniel College in 2006. I am also a National Certified Counselor. 

I look forward to hearing from you!

“You don't think your way into a new kind of living. You live your way into a new kind of thinking.” - Henri Nouwen

Welcome! Therapy is more than just an hour of talking with a trained professional. It is a chance for you to check the distractions at the door and prioritize your own health and well-being. I applaud you for wanting to take this step and working through the barriers to show up. 

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and earned my Masters in Counseling from Geneva College in 2017. I specialize in working with individuals aged 16 to adult, as well as couples. My experience includes partnering with clients as they are going through life transition, anxiety, depression, family conflict, or those seeking personal self-exploration. 

I believe counseling is important for everyone, especially during certain seasons of life, and it would be an honor and a gift to walk through that season with you. My treatment focus is very strengths-based as we discover what is already working well and uncover what change needs to occur. Some therapies I utilize may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Christian Counseling, and the overall systems approach. 

My goal is for you to leave each session feeling lighter and more prepared to face the distractions outside. 

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you are taking this first step of reaching out to someone!! Often, that first step may be the most difficult of this journey.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides inclusive, gender-affirming care to children, teens and adults.  My areas of clinical focus include trauma-focused treatment, parent-child relational problems, neurodivergence, developmental concerns, social and adjustment concerns, LGBTQIA+, grief, anxiety, and depression. 

I believe each client deserves a safe, welcoming environment where they can process mental and emotional clutter, giving way to personal truth, clarity and change.

I consider myself to be eclectic in therapeutic approach and use techniques from Attachment Theory, Applied Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Zen Psychotherapy, expressive therapies and a belief that each person is their most true guide. In addition, I’m fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). 

I look forward to hearing from you and being part of your journey!

Hello and welcome! I know how difficult and scary it can be to take that first step towards making positive, lasting changes when life feels overwhelming or hopeless. When you are ready, I would be honored to walk beside you on that journey. Are you looking to improve your relationships, experiencing a stressful event, or need some guidance with making important life choices? I am here to provide support and work with you as a collaborative partner. 

I received my master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Millersville University and am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. I am also a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) and have over 8 years of experience working with adults who have sustained physical and cognitive changes as a result of car accidents, falls, and other traumatic events. In addition, I have also worked with both adults and adolescents to address a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, gender related issues, and general life adjustments. While I most commonly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I also emphasize the importance of mindfulness and self-care throughout the therapeutic process. 

I look forward to hearing from you and sharing in your experience of growth and self-discovery! 

"You cannot stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." -Jon Kabat-Zin

Hello and Welcome! As a therapist, I believe that my role is to help guide you through your own personal journey. I aim to collaboratively identify goals to help you live a more meaningful life despite the occasional (or frequent) dips along the way. 

I work with individuals 14+ and couples with an array of treatment approaches including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy (EMDR), and motivational interviewing (MI). 

I received my master’s degree in clinical psychology from Millersville University and am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and certified advanced drug and alcohol counselor (CAADC). I am also working towards EMDR certification. 

I look forward to starting your journey with you! 

Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with six years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I am glad that you are taking the first step towards finding support – sometimes that can be the hardest part.

I earned my Masters of Social Work from the University of Denver in Colorado and have provided outpatient therapy in a variety of settings. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting challenges and family conflict. I am comfortable working with individuals from childhood through adulthood, as well as families. 

I will work with you to create an authentic and down to earth space where you feel comfortable sharing about your past and your present and beginning to move towards change. I will be your partner in considering new perspectives, learning new tools for coping, and uncovering the solutions that you already possess. I use techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and strategic family therapy. I also integrate art and play into sessions when appropriate. My goal is that you leave each session feeling empowered and optimistic about your journey.

I wish you all the best  and hope we have a chance to connect. 

Hello! I am glad you are taking this step of asking for help. I believe that a supportive and trusting relationship with your therapist is essential to the healing process. I have seen how genuine connection with a therapist can help people understand and accept themselves more fully and discover more flexible and satisfying ways of relating to others. As a therapist, I aim to bring warmth, honesty, and acceptance to the work I do with each individual.

I received my Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2019 and have worked in a variety of settings since then. I primarily work from a humanistic perspective, which means I take a growth-oriented and holistic approach to treatment. I hold respect for your individual worldview, experiences, and feelings, and I believe it is important to consider how systemic issues and cultural factors may have shaped you. I have also been trained to provide cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, two highly evidence-based approaches to treatment.

Some of my areas of clinical interest include problems in relationships, self-esteem issues, gender and sexuality, adjustment to life transition, postpartum issues and parenting, body image, and trauma. I welcome clients of all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship configurations. 

I look forward to the opportunity to meet and support you through life’s challenges.

Hello, and welcome! My introduction to the counseling field began while working within therapeutic group homes that served children through adults experiencing mental health struggles. This experience, both enriching and meaningful, inspired my interest in pursuing counseling. I was deeply moved by the varying degrees of challenging life experiences that we are all tasked with navigating and the ways we attempt to cope, gain insight from, and hopefully transform our adverse circumstances. I received my Master of Social Work degree from Portland State University and since, I’ve had the opportunity to assist a diverse range of clients in both inpatient treatment and outpatient therapy settings, and more recently, at a college counseling clinic at the University of Montana. Within these programs I’ve helped clients address anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, academic challenges, relationships, identity changes, sexuality, and general life stressors. 

Through my years of being a counselor, my areas of specialty have coalesced around the practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems/Attachment Theory, and Motivational Interviewing. While these clinical approaches strongly inform my practice, I believe deeply in the importance of developing a collaborative relationship with clients. Relationships built upon trust and respect are vital in working together to identify areas of concern, hone specific skills and achieve goals that are rooted in practical application. 

I’m also licensed as an Addiction Counselor; this area of practice has given me the opportunity to work with a spectrum of individuals struggling with substance abuse, ranging from those receiving care at an inpatient treatment center, to people who are just starting to question their substance use patterns and are seeking guidance around cutting back or are preparing to abstain.

I am grateful that I can work to help individuals navigate the evolving nature of their lives through providing unconditional positive regard, encouragement, and supportive guidance.