Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Nina Patel, CRNP, is a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner at Alpine Psychiatry in King of Prussia (KOP), Pennsylvania. Nina takes pride in providing high-quality, personalized, and comprehensive care to all patients 12 years and up at the adult and child psychiatry practice. She offers both in-person and telemedicine appointments.
In 2019, Nina earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Nursing from Bucks County Community College in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Next, she received a Bachelor's in Nursing from Anderson University (AU) in Anderson, South Carolina, followed by her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2021, which she also obtained at AU.
Before joining Alpine Psychiatry, Nina worked as a Charge Nurse at Horsham Clinic in Ambler, Pennsylvania.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Nina’s goal is to provide culturally informed mental health care to complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders while having the patient play an active part in decision-making.
She is a committed and diligent professional in developing individualized care plans, collecting and analyzing patient data, and facilitating treatment. She is a highly effective communicator who uses verbal and nonverbal communication techniques with patients, their families, and colleagues.
During her patients’ initial visits, Nina aims to build therapeutic relationships with each individual, including adolescents, adult clients, and families, when providing personalized treatment plans.
Nina is passionate about working with clients, helping them to identify their strengths, and assisting them in working towards their goals.
I am a Doctorate level Advanced Practice Nurse with an additional Master's degree in Counseling. This background prepares me to help you by utilizing both therapy and medication.
I am a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Delaware University, Rutgers University, and Chatham University.
Psychiatry is my passion and with over 15 years experience, in both counseling and nursing, I look forward to helping you on your journey through the complexities of life.
I have worked in many venues including outpatient psychiatry, inpatient psychiatry, hospice nursing, grief counseling, and psychiatric hospital consult liaison.
My private practice, in Chester, New Jersey, is the joyful culmination of all this experience.
I invite you to my office as we partner in working towards enriching your life.
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“Dr Kim is a superb physician, who is thoughtful and considerate not only when interacting with patients, but also in terms of treatment plans. She is highly conscientious and follows up on things immediately, something quite rare amongst her colleagues. I would highly recommend her.”
Dr. Deborah Kim, MD
Psychiatrist
146 Montgomery Ave
Suite 204
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Ingrid Suazo, DrHA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She completed her master’s degree in nursing at West Coast University in California. For her post-graduate studies, Ingrid pursued a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program at Regis College in Weston, Massachusetts. She completed her doctorate in healthcare administration at the Virginia University of Lynchburg. Ingrid has extensive experience working with severe mental health conditions.
Sara Obringer, PMHNP, is a public mental health nurse practitioner practicing at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.
From a young age, Sara had a deep desire to help others. That passion ultimately led to a career in nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Carlow University in 2019 and began her career in the ICU at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, she developed a strong commitment not only to her patients but also to supporting their families through challenging times.
Driven to make an even greater impact, Sara pursued advanced training and earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Duquesne University, graduating as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in 2023. She now provides mental health care with a holistic and lifestyle-focused approach, recognizing the connection between mental and physical well-being. She works with individuals across the lifespan and treats a wide range of mental health conditions, always prioritizing collaboration in the treatment process to ensure each client receives personalized care.
Originally from a family farm in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Sara values balance in all aspects of life. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and their two dogs, traveling, and being with loved ones. She is committed to helping each client become the best version of themselves—mentally, emotionally, and beyond.
Jamie Giovinali, LPC, CCTP, is a licensed professional counselor and a certified clinical trauma professional practicing at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.
Jamie has always been drawn to the field of counseling, with a deep commitment to supporting individuals as they explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in order to make meaningful changes and find effective solutions. With a background as a pediatric infant mental health specialist and behavioral therapist, she has worked with individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, and adverse life experiences.
Jamie’s clinical experience spans pediatric, adolescent, adult, and family trauma, which has further strengthened her dedication to helping individuals navigate the impact of trauma and adversity. She believes that learning to recognize and understand healthy emotions and thought patterns is a critical step toward developing healthier behaviors and promoting long-term healing.
Rooted in a psychodynamic framework, Jamie’s therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to each client’s unique needs. She draws from a variety of evidence-based modalities, including play therapy, cognitive processing therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotion-focused therapy.
Above all, Jamie is honored to support clients on their journey, helping them connect with their strengths and discover a path to healing, resilience, and personal wellness.
Pioneer Counseling and Consulting offers exceptional mental health services to people of all ages. At our offices in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd (near Philadelphia), Pennsylvania, our licensed professionals and their team focus on friendly, patient-focused care delivered from the heart.
Whether patients schedule an in-person appointment or connect through telehealth, they’ll feel welcome, heard, and respected.
We honor each person as an individual, listening to their concerns and creating a personalized treatment plan to meet their particular health needs and goals.
Our licensed therapists have helped many people with common problems like stress, low self-esteem, and anger management. We’re equally skilled in treating issues that are sensitive and challenging, like gender transitions and narcissistic abuse.
In addition to having access to a team with experience in diverse therapies proven to help people overcome mental health disorders, our providers keep up with innovative therapies that bring extraordinary symptom relief.
Patients can receive one of today’s most advanced treatments, Spravato®, a nasal spray that rapidly relieves treatment-resistant depression. It's also an effective treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD) with suicidal thoughts.
We look forward to meeting new patients, building ongoing relationships with current patients, and helping each person manage their challenges and enjoy a thriving life.
Call the nearest Pioneer Counseling and Consulting office or connect online to request an in-person or telehealth appointment today.
Briana Fesh, MS, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. She is also an artist, writer, and dedicated helping professional with a unique blend of clinical expertise and creative perspective.
Bree holds a Bachelor of Science in photography with a specialization in photojournalism, a Bachelor of Arts in psychology, and a Master of Science in professional counseling. Her diverse academic background reflects her deep commitment to understanding both the human experience and the healing power of storytelling, creativity, and connection.
Clinically, Bree specializes in trauma-related disorders and co-occurring conditions, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals navigating complex emotional challenges. In addition to trauma work, she also provides treatment for anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and borderline personality disorder. She is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for PTSD, allowing her to integrate structured, goal-oriented modalities into her therapeutic work.
Known for her thoughtful approach and holistic understanding of mental health, Bree is passionate about helping clients grow, heal, and thrive.
