Balance and Grow Counseling Center

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Balance and Grow Counseling Center

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a certified school counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have been a therapist for more than 15 years.

I can honestly say that I love my job and I love the opportunity to meet clients where they are. My theoretical orientation of therapy is solution focused therapy and cognitive behavior therapy. I spend time, looking at your thoughts because we know that negative thoughts can lead to anxiety and depression. Examining those thoughts, developing coping skills can help you be successful. I believe that you have the tools to solve your own problems, with my help. We can start to develop themes around your concerns in order to develop individualized coping skills for you. I work with children, adolescents and adults and tackle a multitude of concerns. From ADHD, anxiety, work/life balance, stress, trauma and many other issues that you bring to me. Personally, I am married and a mom. I completed my Ph.D in 2024 in Counselor Education. I am an adjunct professor at IUP in the psychology department. I love to read, to walk and all things Harry Potter. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on this journey. I have a certified therapy dog, Maisy, who is a mini golden doodle. She offers love, snuggles and cuteness while you are in session. Here is the link to my site which can be used to book a session and to learn more:

https://amy-halter.clientsecure.me/

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween 👻 and Happy football playoff Friday. Good luck Blue Devils 💙🤍and Kiski Cavaliers 💙💛

10/30/2025

During this spooky season, don't forget: frightful fun should never normalize stigma! 🎃

10/28/2025

We are collecting new, unused hygiene products for both men and women.Many in our community are struggling right now. We are partnering with Honeybee & Co LLC ✨ to collect these items and will be making bags to hand out during food bank distribution. If any businesses are interesting in partnering please contact us. Details are in the flyer below!

10/25/2025

Here are more resources to help anyone in need of food or other resources. I am meeting with my building on Monday to decide where to put a pantry for the community of Leechburg!

Food Resources

Westmoreland County Food Bank- 100 Devonshire Drive Delmont, Pa 15626,
1-800-462-2080

Food Pantries

Charter Oak Church- 449 Frye Farm Rd Greensburg, Pa 15601,
724-804-57636, Distribution Saturday after the 3rd Friday 9-10 AM
Christian Layman Corps- 258 E. Pittsburgh St Greensburg, Pa 15601,
724-834-4464, Distribution 1st & 3rd Tuesday 10AM to 1 PM
Cornerstone Ministries- 2200 Cornerstone Ln Export, Pa 15632,
724-733-0070, Distribution 1st Tuesday 1-5 PM
Derry Food Pantry- AV Germano Hall 100 West 2nd Ave Derry, Pa 15627,
724-694-0260, Distribution 3rd Wednesday 10-11AM
FAVOR Western PA- 736 Lincoln St Bolivar, Pa 15923,
724-676-2111, Distribution 2nd Monday 10:30-11:30 (Pre-registration required)
First Evangelical Lutheran Church- 246 S. Main St Greensburg, Pa 15601,
724-834-1457, Distribution 3rd Thursday 9:30-10:30 AM
First Presbyterian Church- 4th & Bullitt St Jeannette, Pa 15644,
724-527-3736, Distribution 4th Friday 10AM – 12 PM
First United Methodist Church- 15 E 2nd St Greensburg, Pa 15601
724-834-3111, Distribution 2nd Friday 10AM-11AM
First United Methodist Church- 310 Oak St Irwin, Pa 15642,
724-863-6858, Distribution Saturday after 2nd Friday 8-10AM
Greater Latrobe Ministerial Association- St. Vincent Grove Monestery Dr. Ext Latrobe, Pa 15650, 724-613-6075- Distribution 3rd Tuesday 8:30-10:30 AM
Kiski Area Association of Churches- Vandergrift Presbyterian Church 195 Washington Ave Vandergrift, Pa 15690, 724-567-7635, Distribution Last Thursday 10-11:30 AM
Laurel Mountain Food Pantry- St. Raymond of the Mountain Parish 170 School House Lane Donegal, Pa 15628, 724-757-5122, Distribution 2nd Thursday 10-11AM
Laurel Valley Area Food Pantry- 5414 Rte 711 New Florence, Pa 15944,
724-235-2028, Distribution 2nd Monday 9:30-11 AM
Ligonier Valley Association of Churches- Holy Trinity Church 342 W. Main St Ligonier, Pa 15658, 724-238-6341, Distribution Saturday after the 3rd Friday 8-10 AM
Manor Food Pantry- United Methodist Church Community Center 30 Atlantic Ave Manor, Pa 15665, 724-864-2670, Distribution 2nd Tuesday 9:30-11:30 AM
Mother of Sorrows- 4202 Old William Penn Hwy Murrysville, Pa 15668,
724-594-5297, Distribution 1st Tuesday 4-6 PM
Mount Saint Peter Church- 100 Freeport Rd New Kensington, Pa 15068,
724-335-9877, Distribution 1st Wednesday 1-3 PM
Mt. Pleasant Church of God Food Pantry- Fells United Methodist Church 1268 Fells Church Rd Belle Vernon, Pa 15012, 724-469-1286, Distribution 3rd Thursday 10:30-11:30AM
St. Agnes/St. Elizabeth Ann Seton/St. Vincent DePaul- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 200 Leger Rd North Huntingdon, Pa 15642, 724-691-3711, Distribution Saturday after 2nd Friday 10-11 AM
St. Ambrose/St. Vincent DePaul- Cambria Ave Avonmore, Pa 15618,
724-697-4129, Distribution Last Wednesday 9:30-10:30 AM
St. Barbara Community Food Pantry- 111 Raymaley Rd Harrison City, Pa 15636,
724-744-7474, Distribution 2nd Tuesday 3-5 PM
St. Edwards/St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry- 120 St. Edward Ln Herminie, Pa 15637,
724-493-3987, Distribution- 1st Wednesday 9:30-11 AM
St. George Orthodox Church- 1150 Leishman Ave New Kensington, Pa 15068,
724-335-9988, Distribution 1st Friday 10-11AM
St. James/St. Vincent DePaul- 109 Owens View Ave Apollo, Pa 15613,
724-478-4071, Distribution- 1st Friday 9-11:30 AM
St. Margaret Mary Church- 3055 Leechburg Rd Lower Burrell, Pa 15068,
724-335-2336, Distribution 2nd Tuesday 9:30-11:30 AM
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry at Our Lady of Grace Church- 1011 Mt. Pleasant Rd Greensburg, Pa 15601, 724-836-4056, Distribution 1st Saturday 9:30-11 AM
Salvation Army Jeannette- 1100 Clay Ave Ext Jeannette, Pa 15644,
724-523-3120, Distribution 4th Friday 10AM – 12PM
Salvation Army Mon Valley- 800 Thompson Ave. Donora, Pa 15033,
724-684-4282, Distribution 2nd Thursday 11AM- 1PM
Salvation Army New Kensington- Old Ft. Crawford School 255 3rd St New Kensington, Pa 15068, 724-335-7221, Distribution 3rd Friday 10:30 AM-12 PM
Schooner Food Pantry- Orchard Christian Fellowship 721 Schoonmaker Ave Monessen, Pa 15062, 724-684-3443, Distribution 4th Saturday 9AM-12PM (Call to register before pantry)
Scottdale Association of Churches- St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church 525 Porter Ave Scottdale, Pa 15683, 724-887-4721, Distribution 2nd Wednesday 10:30-11:30 AM
United Presbyterian Church- 601 5th Ave New Kensington, Pa 15068,
724-339-6618, Distribution Saturday after 1st Thursday 9-10:30 AM
West Newton United Presbyterian Church- 300 S. 3rd St West Newton, Pa 15089,
724-872-7414, Distribution 2nd Friday 10AM-12PM
Westmoreland Community Action- 5103 Center Dr. Latrobe, Pa 15650,
724-834-1260, Distribution 3rd Thursday 11AM-1PM
Youngwood Food Pantry- Christ United Methodist Church 100 Lincoln St. Youngwood, Pa 15697, 724-836-0964, Distribution 3rd Wednesday 12:30- 2PM.

Emergency Food Pantry
Westmoreland Community Action- 1800-816-0022

Meal Distribution
Feeding the Spirit- 111 College Ave Greensburg, Pa 15601, 724-757-2533
Salvation Army Greensburg Soup Kitchen- 131 E Otterman St. Greensburg, Pa 15601,
724-834-3335
First Evangelical Lutheran Church- 246 S. Main St Greensburg, Pa 15601,
724-834-1457, Distribution 12-12:45 Every Wednesday
Holy Family Catholic Church- 1200 Ligonier St. Latrobe, Pa 15650,
724-805-2064, Distribution 11:15-1PM 3rd Saturday
Sheep Inc, Arnold Campus- 1821 5th Ave Arnold, Pa 15068,
412-856-7900 x 12, Distribution hours vary call for schedule
Salvation Army- Latrobe Corps- Lighthouse Lunch- 1420 Ridge Ave Latrobe, Pa 15650,
724-537-6300, Distribution 1st Sunday of every month

10/22/2025

Right now can feel like an overwhelming time with regards to the government shutdown and the possibility of losing benefits, such as food. I am posting resources here from the surrounding community so that you can start to look or reach out to them if you are in need. Please watch for more resources and information. Share this post.

Westmoreland County Foodbank 1-800-462-2080

10/21/2025

There are always excuses why to not take a trip, or to schedule a vacation. I am returning today with my daughter from our Disney trip and I can say it helped me stay in the present, find joy in the little things and to make the memories!

Even if you can’t get away to Disney can you do a “staycation” or a weekend trip? A chance to disconnect and do a reset!

10/16/2025

Out of office! 🏰✨ Currently trading emails for mickey ears and castle views — see you after the magic!

In a crisis please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room

Call Armstrong Indiana behavior health crisis line
1-877-333-2470

Text them at 877-565-7740

10/10/2025

Every October 10th, we pause to recognize World Mental Health Day — a day to raise awareness, offer compassion, and encourage care.
You don’t have to be “strong” all the time.
You don’t have to handle everything alone.
Reach out. Talk. Rest. Heal.
Taking care of your mental health is an act of courage. 💚

10/09/2025

💜 Leaving an abusive relationship is harder than it looks-fear, hope and control make it complicated. you are not alone 💜 Therapy and support can help you find your path to safety.

10/07/2025

💜 The Cycle of Abuse

Abuse often follows a pattern that can feel confusing:
1️⃣ Tension builds- "Walking on Eggshells"
2️⃣ Incident- Abuse occurs (physical, emotional, verbal, sexual)
3️⃣ Reconciliation- Apologies, promises or affection
4️⃣Calm- Things feel normal...until tension builds again.

Remember: abuse is NEVER your fault. You are not alone, therapy can help you rebuild your trust, safety and self-worth.

If you need immediate support, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 1-800-799-7233
💬 Text "START" to 88788

10/06/2025

💜October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month💜

Here at Balance and Grow Counseling Center, we want to take a moment to speak directly to anyone who might be living with fear, control, or emotional pain in their relationship: YOU ARE NOT ALONE, and THIS IS NOT YOUR FAULT.

Domestic violence can look very different from what people expect. It isn't always physical-sometimes it's emotional manipulation, financial control, isolation or constant criticism and sense of safety.

We know how hard it can be to reach out for help. But healing is possible, and you don't have to do it alone. Therapy can be a safe, support space to process what you have been through, rebuilt trust and rediscover your strength.

If you or someone you care about needs immediate support, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline:
📞1-800-799-7233
💬 Text "START" to 88788

We see you and we are here when you are ready 💜

10/05/2025

😬 The Sunday Scaries are real. That anxious feeling before the week starts can sneak up on any of us.

If you’re feeling it tonight, remember:
🌿 You’ve made it through every Sunday before.
🌿 You don’t need to have the whole week figured out—just take it one day at a time.
🌿 Do something soothing tonight: light a candle, read, stretch, or just breathe.

You are more prepared than you think. 💛

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Leechburg, PA
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