Advanced Counseling and Research Services
Counselor
Office
Advanced Counseling and Research Services313 W. Liberty St.
Suite 224
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17603
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Paul West, Ed.D,LPC,NCC313 W liberty St Suite 224
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17603
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Contact Information
Cheryl Wilson-Smith M Aphone: (717) 964-8581
fax: (717) 394-0124
Additional Contact
phone: (717) 394-3994Historically treatment for children and teens has meant modified versions of Adult Modalities. As a clinician who works primarily with Children and Teens, it is not always the best treatment. Levels of engagement for this special population usually require innovative forms of techniques. If your hurting and need help for yourself or your children, call me and schedule a time to come in and talk. Please do not allow the burdon of finances stop you from seeking help, call today for a structured arrangement.
I am a member in good standing with the American Counseling Association, Pennsylvania Counseling Association,and Pennsylvania Mental Health Counselors Association. I also am the Charter President for Pennsylvania Association of Child and Adolescent Counseling Specialists (PACACS), as President,I am also on the Executive Board of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association.
I received the Professionl Development Award in "Ethics and Practicing Counseling" from Alvernia University... Paul West,Ed.D,LPC,NCC,heads this practice with over 30 years as a clinician and supervisor. He also is a member in good standing of both American Counseling Association & "Past President" of Pennsylvania Counseling Association.
Advanced Counseling and Research Services offers a free phone
consultation
To arrange a time, send an
email to Advanced Counseling and Research Services, or schedule a Skype appointment.
Treatment Approach
- Orientation:
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family/Marital Therapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Play Therapy
- Psychoanalytic
- Prolonged Exposure
- Evidence Based Treatment
- Psychometric Testing
- Modality:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Family
Finances
- Avg Cost (per session): $40 - $130
- Sliding Scale: No
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Accepted Insurance Plans:
- APS Healthcare
- Highmark, EPO, Freedomblue PPO, PremierB
- Non-Insured Clients Accepted
- Optum Health
- Out of Network
- PacifiCare
- Payment Options Available
- United
- United Behavioral Health
- Verify your health
insurance
coverage when you
arrange your first visit.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 30+ Years
- School: Virginia Tech
- Year Graduated: 1992
- License No. and State: PC002281 Pennsylvania
Specialties
- Child or Adolescent
- Trauma and PTSD
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Issues:
- Academic Underachievement
- Addiction
- Adoption
- Alcohol Abuse
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Anxiety or Fears
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit (ADHD)
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Borderline Personality
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Chronic Pain or Illness
- Chronic Relapse
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Entitlement
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Infertility
- Internet Addiction
- Learning Disabilities
- Life Coaching
- Loss or Grief
- Narcissistic Personality
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Substance Abuse
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Testing and Evaluation
- Video Game Addiction
- Weight Loss
- Mental Health:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Dissociative Disorders
- Elderly Persons Disorders
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Thinking Disorders
- Sexuality Gender:
- Bisexual Issues
- Gay Issues
- Lesbian Issues
- Transsexual Issues
Client Focus
- Gender: All
- Ethnicity: Any
- Religious Orientation: Any
- Age:
- Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
- Children (6 to 10)
- Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
- Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
- Adults
- Elders (65+)
- Categories:
- Aviation Professionals
- Bisexual Clients
- Gay Clients
- Heterosexual Clients
- Lesbian Clients
- Transsexual Clients
Easy Access
- Nearby Towns: Lancaster, PA, Mountville, PA, Strasburg, PA
- Nearby Counties: Lancaster
- Nearby Zips: 17554, 17579, 17603
Advanced Counseling and Research Services also hosts the following groups:
Healing Techniques- TEENS/ADULTS, times vary
ACRS, 313 W. Liberty St suite 224, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
TBD
$40 - $40 per session
Healing from Trauma's. Skills Based Techniques to use for everyday, when everyday is a struggle. THIS IS FOR ALL AGE GROUPS Please call for next scheduled group. minimum of 6 participants to form new/additional group(s) WE HAVE INDIVIDUAL AGE GROUPS AVAILABLE, INQUIRE FOR YOUR AGE GROUPS SESSIONS TIME & DAYS
Email Advanced Counseling and Research Services about this group or call (717) 964-8581
ACRS, 313 W. Liberty St suite 224, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
TBD
$40 - $40 per session
Healing from Trauma's. Skills Based Techniques to use for everyday, when everyday is a struggle. THIS IS FOR ALL AGE GROUPS Please call for next scheduled group. minimum of 6 participants to form new/additional group(s) WE HAVE INDIVIDUAL AGE GROUPS AVAILABLE, INQUIRE FOR YOUR AGE GROUPS SESSIONS TIME & DAYS
Email Advanced Counseling and Research Services about this group or call (717) 964-8581
Coping with Divorce and Separation
Liberty Place, 313 W liberty St suite 224, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Every other Monday, Saturday at 6am - 12am
$40 - $40 per session
Every 6 wks,w/rolling enrollment.Every other Sat. Every other Mon. Call for information.This group helps w/ emotional upheavals caused by Separation & Divorce. Topics addressed & open forums available.
Email Advanced Counseling and Research Services about this group or call (717) 964-8581
Liberty Place, 313 W liberty St suite 224, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Every other Monday, Saturday at 6am - 12am
$40 - $40 per session
Every 6 wks,w/rolling enrollment.Every other Sat. Every other Mon. Call for information.This group helps w/ emotional upheavals caused by Separation & Divorce. Topics addressed & open forums available.
Email Advanced Counseling and Research Services about this group or call (717) 964-8581
Last Modified: 08 Dec 2011
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Professional Connections
“Cheryl was a top graduate student of mine who demonstrated a wonderful depth and breadth of understanding, knowledge, and therapeutic skills.” 
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Recommendations
Advanced Counseling and Research Services says of David: “Dr. Arena was knowledgeable, compassionate and concerned himself with my issues. He accommodated my work schedule. As a fellow clinician I understand the importance of change. Dr. David Arena was able to assist and guide me through the process of smoking cessation, I had one visit and have been cigarette free since that session. I haven't smoked since July 30th, 2010 at 5:40pm. It was the best decision I ever made. Thanks to his expertise I am living a healthier lifestyle. I recommend Dr. Arena for all my clients and friends hypnosis needs. Cheryl Wilson-Smith, M.A.; Board Eligible NCC Partner/Professional Counselor Advanced Counseling and Research Services” |
