Nittany Valley Counseling
Starting college, or figuring out what comes after, can feel overwhelming, even when it looks like everyone else has it together. You might be dealing with constant stress, overthinking, low motivation, or feeling stuck and unsure about your next steps. I work with college students and young adults who are navigating big transitions, managing mental health issues such as anxiety or depression, and trying to make sense of who they are and where they’re headed. I offer a supportive, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly, build practical coping skills, and feel more confident handling life’s challenges, without judgment or pressure to have everything figured out.
Specialties
ADHD Anger management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Body Image Career Concerns Caregiver Support College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Divorce Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Gender Identity Grief and Loss Identity Development Life Transitions Neurodevelopment Disorders Parenting Perfectionism Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from AcademicsInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Paperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1376413815Rates
| First session | $135 |
| Ongoing sessions | $125 |
Locations
Practice Hours
| Monday | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
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| Friday | -- |
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| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Adlerian Attachment-based Body positivity Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Emotionally Focused Therapy Existential Family Systems Feminist Gottman Method Mindfulness Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Motivational Interviewing Multicultural Person-Centered Positive Psychology Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Strength-BasedModalities
Couples Family IndividualsAge Groups
Young Children (2-5) Children (6-10) Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)Meeting Options
Qualifications
- Supervisor(s): Tansey Ochs
- Supervisor License(s): PA-PC012580
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): White
- Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
- Religion(s): Agnostic