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Michelle Sabol, MS, LPC, NCC, is a compassionate therapist at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. She is committed to empowering individuals, families, children, and adolescents to heal, grow, and thrive. Her therapeutic approach integrates a growth mindset with expressive arts and trauma-informed techniques, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to overcome challenges and reclaim their sense of self.

Michelle works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD, and narcissistic abuse. Drawing from her extensive background in the arts, education, substance use disorder treatment, and family systems therapy, Michelle skillfully helps clients navigate complex emotional and relational dynamics while encouraging deeper self-awareness and resilience.

Michelle's practice emphasizes creativity, self-compassion, and the power of transformative growth. Whether through talk therapy, artistic expression, or mindfulness-based techniques, she fosters an environment where clients can experience meaningful healing, rediscover their strengths, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Sandy Vujnovic, PhD, is a licensed psychologist practicing at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. She has over 30 years of experience providing care to adults navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. Her clinical work spans outpatient, inpatient, and institutional settings, and she specializes in the treatment of depressive and anxiety disorders.

Her therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic modalities, selecting the methods best suited to each individual. Treatment often involves acknowledging distressing emotions—such as anxiety, depression, or anger—while exploring the underlying thoughts, beliefs, and past experiences that may be contributing to them. Through this process, clients are supported in reexamining potentially unhelpful thought patterns and reshaping them in ways that lead to more productive, meaningful interactions and improved well-being.

In addition to individual therapy, Sandy has extensive experience in couples counseling and working with clients on issues related to sexual dysfunction, sexual disorders, and sexual identity. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in helping individuals and couples develop greater insight and emotional resilience.

Bruce Murray, LCSW, is a liscensed clinical social worker practicing at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. 

Bruce understands that individuals become weighed down by past experiences and lose sight of their life’s deeper purpose—seeking excitement, fulfillment, and joy. The burden of shame, fear, and other overwhelming emotions can give rise to painful thoughts that no one should have to face alone.

Bruce believes that everyone has the capacity to thrive when they are given the space to share their truth with someone who offers full acceptance and guidance. His work centers on helping clients find hope, relief, and the meaningful rewards of personal growth.

Since beginning his training in mental health, Bruce has remained dedicated to providing empathetic, nonjudgmental support to individuals of all identities, backgrounds, and diagnoses. His goal is to help each person tap into their inner strength and become a powerful agent of change in their own lives and relationships.

Bruce's professional experience spans psychiatric emergency care, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and therapy for adults, couples, and families. He has also worked extensively with individuals facing substance use challenges and dual diagnoses. Drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, he tailors his approach to create a personalized path toward relief, clarity, and self-improvement.

Whether clients seek support for a few sessions or a long-term therapeutic relationship, Bruce is committed to helping them maximize their potential, pursue their goals, and rediscover a life filled with purpose and joy.

Justin is a master’s-level, pre-licensed therapist who provides individual therapy to teenagers, young adults, and adults from ages 14 to 70. He earned his Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Holy Family University and is currently working toward licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

He is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges and feel more in control of their thoughts, emotions, and choices. Whether someone is feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to begin, Justin offers a safe, supportive space to explore and grow—at the client’s pace and on their terms.

His approach is person-centered, practical, and rooted in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). He has received direct training from the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, which continues to inform how he helps clients understand and shift their thoughts and behaviors.

Before becoming a therapist, Justin worked as a behavior technician, supporting young adults and families in their homes. That experience taught him the importance of meeting people where they are—both literally and emotionally.

Today, he brings that same mindset into his therapy practice by blending structured therapeutic techniques with a conversational, down-to-earth style. He often incorporates humor, hands-on activities, real-life examples, and, most importantly, collaboration with his clients to keep the process approachable and produce meaningful results.

Education

• Holy Family University – M.S. in Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Fordham University – B.S. in Psychology

Training

• The Beck Institute's CBT In-Practice Course

Dana is a master’s level clinician offering individual, couples, and family therapy at Alpine Psychiatry. Dana has experience working with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, and trauma. She utilizes various modalities to suit her clients and customize treatment. She received training in trauma-informed care and is passionate about applying those principles throughout the healing process. Dana has significant experience working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community and is passionate about supporting those who identify as transgender or nonbinary.

Dana’s approach combines mindfulness, acceptance, and empathy to cultivate increased awareness of one’s life situation and growth opportunities. She assists clients in adjusting to life transitions to feel more secure. Dana’s counseling style incorporates humor and laughter as a mechanism for healing and connection. She fosters an environment for clients to hold themselves accountable for what they want their future to look and feel like. 

Dana fiercely believes in each person’s ability to change and grow throughout life. She will provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere to explore vulnerabilities and strengths. With Dana, you will feel appreciated for being authentic and empowered to overcome struggles. She is deeply grateful for the opportunity to be a part of clients’ healing journey.

Education

• MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walden University

Training

• Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist – Individual (CCTSI)

Laura is a pre-licensed therapist providing individual therapy to adolescents and adults. She holds a master’s degree in school and mental health counseling from the University of Pennsylvania and is working toward licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. 

With a deep commitment to fostering warm and trusting relationships with her clients, Laura takes a person-centered approach to therapy. She views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative one, empowering clients to explore their strengths and challenges, gain insight, and create meaningful change. 

Laura draws from a variety of clinical frameworks, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing, in a way that matches the strengths and experiences of each individual she sees. She believes in the transformative power of self-reflection, guiding clients to examine how their values, identities, and early experiences shape their mental health and everyday lives. 

Prior to joining Alpine Psychiatry, Laura served as an educator and coach for ten years, using sports and academics as vehicles to teach valuable life skills. In her clinical work as a therapist, Laura loves working with clients to develop executive functioning and self-advocacy skills so they can thrive academically, professionally, athletically, and personally.

Education

• M.S.Ed in School and Mental Health Counseling (University of Pennsylvania)
• B.A. in Psychology and Political Science (Williams College)

Training

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Bruce Murray, LCSW, is a liscensed clinical social worker practicing at Pioneer Counseling and Consulting, which has locations in Canonsburg, Washington, and Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. 

Bruce understands that individuals become weighed down by past experiences and lose sight of their life’s deeper purpose—seeking excitement, fulfillment, and joy. The burden of shame, fear, and other overwhelming emotions can give rise to painful thoughts that no one should have to face alone.

Bruce believes that everyone has the capacity to thrive when they are given the space to share their truth with someone who offers full acceptance and guidance. His work centers on helping clients find hope, relief, and the meaningful rewards of personal growth.

Since beginning his training in mental health, Bruce has remained dedicated to providing empathetic, nonjudgmental support to individuals of all identities, backgrounds, and diagnoses. His goal is to help each person tap into their inner strength and become a powerful agent of change in their own lives and relationships.

Bruce's professional experience spans psychiatric emergency care, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and therapy for adults, couples, and families. He has also worked extensively with individuals facing substance use challenges and dual diagnoses. Drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, he tailors his approach to create a personalized path toward relief, clarity, and self-improvement.

Whether clients seek support for a few sessions or a long-term therapeutic relationship, Bruce is committed to helping them maximize their potential, pursue their goals, and rediscover a life filled with purpose and joy.