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MOUNT NORTH. FIND DIRECTION.

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Mount North is a first-of-its-kind therapy experience. Because it’s time to take care of our mental health.

Mount North is a first-of-its-kind therapy experience. Because it’s time to take care of our mental health.

MOUNT NORTH. FIND DIRECTION.

Where you go to feel

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Mount North is a first-of-its-kind therapy experience. Because it’s time to take care of our mental health.

Therapy, Counseling & Psychiatric Care

What makes Mount North different.

What makes Mount North different.

We provide in-person and online therapy, counseling, and psychiatric medication management in Johnstown & Grampian, PA, and across Pennsylvania—offering the support of traditional counseling with greater flexibility and accessibility.

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Our Mission: Prioritizing Mental Wellness for All

At Mount North, we are committed to providing compassionate, science-backed mental health care that empowers individuals to heal, grow, and thrive. Our approach includes comprehensive therapy, innovative NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback, psychiatric medication management, and holistic interventions to help clients achieve emotional resilience and overall well-being.

We recognize that healing is not one-size-fits-all. That’s why we integrate traditional therapy, deconstructive therapy, psychiatric care, and holistic strategies to help individuals unpack harmful beliefs, rediscover their authentic selves, and move forward with confidence. Our services are inclusive, accessible, and affirming, offering both in-person therapy in Johnstown & Grampian, PA, and secure telehealth services throughout Pennsylvania.

What Makes Mount North Different?

Mount North takes mental health care beyond traditional therapy by offering a full spectrum of mental health solutions tailored to each individual. Our team includes licensed therapists, a psychiatric prescriber, and specialists in trauma recovery, performance psychology, executive function coaching, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care, ensuring inclusive and personalized support.

We provide flexible therapy options, including NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback, deconstructive therapy, and psychiatric medication management, making care accessible statewide in Pennsylvania. With in-person sessions in Johnstown & Grampian and secure online therapy, we make expert mental health services flexible, effective, and convenient.

Mount North is committed to real transformation, equipping clients with the tools, treatment, and expert care for lasting wellness.

Neurofeedback at Home

NeurOptimal® is the world’s first and only Dynamical Neurofeedback® brain training system designed for both home and professional use.

Therapy Services

Sessions for individuals, couples or families with a professional therapist. This option is meant for deeper self reflection, understanding, healing and growing.

Services for Organizations

Training and education for First Responders/Police, Schools, Organizations, Healthcare Professionals and more.

Wellness Store

Shop from a selection of Mount North merch, Pinnacle Nutrition Group products, books, resources and more.

“I could not have asked for a better experience. My daughter was immediately at ease with Shannon and developed a relationship right away.”

“I could not have asked for a better experience. My daughter was immediately at ease with Shannon and developed a relationship right away.”

JS, Pennsylvania

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Meet the Pros Behind Mount North.

Meet the Pros Behind Mount North.

Mount North is deconstructing therapy. It was created by advanced therapists who are experienced in traditional therapy and life. We know what works and what doesn’t. Whether it’s growth, healing or both, we will help you, find direction.

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Shannon Beaver LCSW, CAADC, Doctoral Candidate

Specialties: Neuro-counseling, Performance Psychology (Professionals, Athletes & Students), Anxiety, Perfectionism, Self-Regulation Skills, Work-Life Balance, Educators, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, LGBTQIA+, Court Ordered Assessment and Evaluation, Custody Court, Executive Function Coaching, Affirmative Autism Assessment and Support, Brain/Body Connection, Neurofeedback.

Lynne A. Garvey - Psychiatric Prescriber and Chief Medical Officer at Mount North

Lynne A. Garvey DNP, CRNP, PMHNP-BC, RN
Chief Medical Officer / Psychiatric Prescriber

Specialties: Assessment and Diagnosis, Psychiatric Evaluations, Psychiatric Medication Management, Labs and Testing, and holistic and natural interventions (supplements, diet, lifestyle changes) for adults 18+ and conditions like Autism, ADHD & Executive Functioning, Anxiety, Agoraphobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Performance Anxiety & Public Speaking Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD), Perfectionism, Panic Disorders, Prolonged Grief, BorderLine Personality Disorder, and more.

Professional headshot of Dr. Megan Homer, PhD, LPC, CAADC, CCTP, specializing in coercive control, intimate partner violence, PTSD, narcissistic abuse recovery, and addiction counseling.

Dr. Megan Homer, PhD, LPC, CAADC, CCTP

Specialties: Coercive Control and Intimate Partner Violence issues affecting individuals and families, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery, Anxiety, Depression, and Court Ordered Assessment and Evaluation, Custody Counseling.

Professional headshot of Dr. Todd Vermileon, PhD, LPC, NCC, a therapist specializing in trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety disorders, OCD, life transitions, and men's mental health.

Dr. Todd Vermileon, PhD, LPC, NCC

Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Loss, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Life Transitions, and Men’s Issues.

Professional headshot of Stephanie Onkst, LCP, Doctoral Candidate, specializing in work-life balance, career goals, musicians and artists, adolescent and young adult counseling, parenting, and relationships.

Stephanie A. Onkst, M.Ed., LPC, NCC, Doctoral Candidate

Specialties: Work-life Balance, Career Goals, Musicians and Artists, Adolescents and Young Adults, Parenting, Relationships.

Professional headshot of Jillian Glover, MA, LPC, specializing in performance psychology, anxiety, perfectionism, parenting, work-life balance, depression, aging, CBT, and mindfulness.

Jillian Glover, MA, LPC

Specialties: Performance Psychology (Athletes, Professionals, & Students), Anxiety, Perfectionism, Parenting, Self-Regulation Skills, Work-Life Balance, Depression, Aging, LGBTQIIA+, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Goal Setting, Strength-Based & Mindfulness.

Professional headshot of Emily Brick, NCC, LPC, a therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, perfectionism, grief and loss, addiction, life transitions, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Emily Brick, NCC, LPC

Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Perfectionism, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Addiction, Mood Disorders, Relationship Struggles, Stress, Aging, Older Adults, Supporting Aging Family Members, Couples, and Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy.

Professional headshot of Hannah Mae Murtland, LAPC Applicant, MA, Doctoral Student, specializing in person-centered therapy, strength-based approaches, adolescent counseling, domestic violence recovery, and sexual assault support.

Hannah Mae Murtland, LAPC Applicant, MA, Doctoral Student

Specialties: Person Centered, Strength-Based Approaches, Adolescents, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault.

Professional headshot of Cheri Casher, MS, a therapist specializing in addiction recovery, self-exploration, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ support.

Cheri Casher, MS

Specialties: Addiction, understanding how our behaviors shape our lives, self-exploration and self-love. This includes overcoming depression, anxiety, trauma experiences, mood disorders, relationship issues, gender identity and LGTBQ.

"Professional headshot of Justine Basile, M.Ed., NCC, a school counselor specializing in anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, and trauma recovery.

Justine Basile, M.Ed., NCC

Specialties: School Counseling, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Mood Disorders, Trauma.

Professional headshot of Shellby Custer, LCSW, CCTP-II, Doctoral Candidate, specializing in women's issues, work-life balance, integrative mental health and nutrition, depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexual abuse recovery.

Shellby Custer, LCSW, CCTP-II, Doctoral Candidate

Specialties: Women’s Issues, Work-Life Balance, Integrative Approaches to Mental Health and Nutrition, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Abuse.

"Professional headshot of Maggie O’Neil, Intern/Prospective LPC, specializing in therapy for veterans, first responders, children, adolescents, LGBTQIA+, geriatric clients, terminal illness support, grief counseling, trauma recovery, and pre- and post-partum mental health.

Maggie O’Neil, Intern/Prospective LPC

Specialties: Veterans and First-Responders, Children and Adolescents, LGTBQIA+, Geriatric, Terminal Illness, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Pre- and Post-partum.

Zach Beblar, Counselor/Intern, specializes in emerging adults, college and graduate student mental health, adolescents, stress, depression, anxiety, self-exploration, and life transitions.

Zach Beblar, Counselor/Intern

Specialties: Emerging Adults, College and Graduate Student Mental Health, Adolescents, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Exploration, Life Transitions.

Jessica Tillotson, Administrative Director

Specialties: Insurance Billing, Credentialing, Client Liaison/Coordinator, Problem-Solving, Process Planning and Management, Insurance Processes, Advocate.

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