Practicing in the mental health field with experience in clinical therapy, group facilitation, and mental health research

Experience working with:

• Adolescents

• Adults

• Older adults

• Couples

• Individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, emotional overwhelm, relationship concerns, and life transitions

• Individuals experiencing cognitive concerns, emotional disorders, and stress-related challenges

Experience facilitating:

• Emotional regulation groups

• Mindfulness-based groups

• Addiction recovery support groups

• Treatment-resistant depression support groups

Areas of clinical and research experience:

• Mental health and emotional disorders

• Grief and loss

• Cognitive functioning and aging

• Clinical assessments

• Evidence-based mental health treatment

• Research involving older adults experiencing grief and cognitive concerns

Therapeutic style and approach:

Warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental

Collaborative and approachable

Compassionate while grounded in evidence-based care

Focused on helping clients feel heard, understood, and empowered

Supports clients in building coping tools, self-understanding, and emotional connection

M.S. Clinical Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling, University of Pittsburgh

B.S. Psychology with a Certificate in German for Professional Purposes, University of Pittsburgh

Ioana is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania.

• Pennsylvania - PC | PC015407

She is also a member of:

• American Psychological Association

• American Counseling Association

• Pennsylvania Psychological Association

• Greater Philadelphia Area Counseling Association

English - Fluent

Romanian - Fluent

German - Basic