Verus Ridge Counseling

02/27/2026

Hi everyone! 😊

We’re excited to share that Ellen is currently welcoming new clients! She accepts Capital Blue Cross, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, OPTUM/UBH, Geisinger commercial plans, and self-pay. Ellen offers both in-person and telehealth sessions Monday through Thursday.

Ellen is a warm, nonjudgmental therapist who takes a holistic approach to healing. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, she thoughtfully incorporates creative techniques like movement and art to support the healing process.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment, we’d love to hear from you! Call us at (717) 899-0104 or email office@verusridgecounseling.com

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend! 🌿

Hi friends! 🌿

We’re so excited to share that our team has grown! Please join us in welcoming Ellen McCardell to the practice.

Ellen brings years of experience providing compassionate, client-centered care. She is certified in trauma-informed therapy and specializes in supporting individuals navigating chronic illness. Ellen is known for cultivating warmth, prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, and taking a holistic approach to healing.

If you’re interested in scheduling with Ellen, we’d love to connect! She is currently accepting clients for both in-person and telehealth appointments. Reach out today to get started. 💛

www.verusridgecounseling.com
(717) 899-0104

02/14/2026

Hi friends! 🌿

We’re so excited to share that our team has grown! Please join us in welcoming Ellen McCardell to the practice.

Ellen brings years of experience providing compassionate, client-centered care. She is certified in trauma-informed therapy and specializes in supporting individuals navigating chronic illness. Ellen is known for cultivating warmth, prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, and taking a holistic approach to healing.

If you’re interested in scheduling with Ellen, we’d love to connect! She is currently accepting clients for both in-person and telehealth appointments. Reach out today to get started. 💛

www.verusridgecounseling.com
(717) 899-0104

02/06/2026

Hi, All! Isaac is starting a grief and loss group here at Verus Ridge. If you or someone you know is struggling with a loss and could benefit from compassionate support and help through this difficult process, please reach out to us! 💙

01/28/2026

We are so excited to welcome Isaac to our team! He is passionate about working with clients and is offering an affordable rate to help increase access to counseling services. Isaac also has a strong passion for supporting individuals as they navigate grief—stay tuned for more details about his upcoming support group.

If you’re interested in scheduling with Isaac or joining the support group, please contact us at (717) 899-0104 or office@verusridgecounseling.com, and you'll get the chance to speak with him directly, as he doubles as both counseling intern and receptionist at Verus Ridge!

01/10/2026

I'm so excited to offer this therapy modality specifically for those dealing with OCD and/or trauma. Click the link below for more details and to contact me to schedule an intensive.

https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/therapy-intensives

01/02/2026

Happy New Year, Y'all!

We have SO much going on at the moment! Here are some highlights. More to come, I'll keep you posted on exciting new happenings coming later this month!

To check out these warm, passionate, caring therapists and determine if they might be a great fit for you, check out our website at www.verusridgecounseling.com to read their bios and contact me for more information! We have specialists for couples, kids/teens, addictions, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, and more!

Finally, we can't thank you enough for supporting and following us as we give our hearts to create healing spaces for our clients each week. We appreciate you all so much!

12/24/2025

Hi, Friends!

Our holiday hours are as follows.

Wishing you all safe and warm holidays! ❄☃🎄💙

12/20/2025

I can honestly say that these therapists are some of the best, good-hearted people I know! They truly care about their clients and are passionate about their work helping others. I am incredibly grateful for them and count it as a blessing to be able to work together with these wonderful healers each day!

Happy Holidays from all of us at Verus Ridge! 🎄🎅🏻☃️❄️

12/12/2025

Hi, Friends!

I'm so excited to announce Isaac Smith, BS, is joining the Verus Ridge team for his Master's practicum and internship!

He is starting with us on January 19th offering affordable self-pay rates.

Visit our website at www.verusridgecounseling.com to read his bio and request an appointment!

12/02/2025

Happy December, Friends! It sure looks and feels like it out there today!

We are open for our usual hours today. If you don’t want to trek out in the snowy weather, you can reach out to us to switch your appointment to telehealth.

Here is an inside look at my home office currently, complete with Bug, my emotional support kitty (when he feels like it 🤣).

11/16/2025

Hi, Dear Friends!

We are so excited to annouce that Katee Rook, LSW, has joined the Verus Ridge Team! She is a warm, caring person and seasoned clinician, with years of experience in the social work field helping children and families.

Check out our staff page at www.verusridgecounseling.com to read more about her and inquire about scheduling an appointment!

10/24/2025

Hi, Friends!

Just wanted to share a quick update--we are now in network with Capital Blue Cross! If you are a self-pay client with us and have this insurance, please update your insurance information with Veronica at 717-899-0104. Thanks and have a lovely weekend! 🍁🍂🎃