Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in State College
State College Psychological Services is a dedicated mental health practice offering comprehensive therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, and groups. Our team of licensed psychologists, social workers, and professional counselors brings decades of combined experience in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and identity-related issues. We utilize evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness practices to create personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs.As a preferred provider for major insurance networks like Aetna and Highmark, we ensure accessible care while maintaining strict adherence to professional ethics and confidentiality standards. Our commitment to holistic well-being extends to teletherapy options and a welcoming environment that affirms diverse backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Group Psychotherapy
Teletherapy Services
Trauma-Informed Care
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Life Transitions Support
Perinatal Mental Health
Highlights and features
- Our team includes licensed psychologists with specialized training in trauma-informed care and mindfulness practices
- We accept major insurance providers including Aetna, Highmark, and Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Teletherapy options available for flexible access to mental health services
- Clinicians utilize evidence-based approaches tailored to individual client needs
- Comprehensive treatment for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and identity-related concerns
Services
Individual Therapy
Our licensed clinicians provide personalized one-on-one therapy sessions addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and psychodynamic therapy, we create tailored treatment plans to help clients achieve emotional wellness. Sessions focus on building coping skills, improving relationships, and fostering self-awareness through a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples navigating relationship challenges, communication issues, and intimacy concerns. Our clinicians help partners develop healthier interaction patterns, resolve conflicts constructively, and rebuild trust. Sessions focus on improving emotional connection and creating shared understanding through structured therapeutic techniques and active listening exercises.
Teletherapy Services
Secure virtual therapy sessions available for Pennsylvania residents and through PSYPACT agreements. This service provides convenient access to mental health care for clients with scheduling constraints or mobility challenges. Using encrypted video platforms, we deliver the same quality care as in-person sessions while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Trauma-Informed Care
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors using evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CBT, and somatic therapies. Our clinicians create safe therapeutic environments to process traumatic experiences and develop coping strategies. Treatment focuses on restoring emotional regulation, rebuilding trust, and empowering clients to reclaim their lives from trauma's impact.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Integrates mindfulness techniques with traditional psychotherapy to help clients manage stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation challenges. Our clinicians teach present-moment awareness practices to improve focus, reduce rumination, and cultivate self-compassion. This approach is particularly effective for chronic pain management, anxiety reduction, and enhancing overall well-being.
People
Maria Vinca
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Vinca specializes in psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral therapies for depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. She emphasizes individualized treatment plans and holistic well-being, integrating mindfulness practices with traditional psychotherapy approaches to address clients' unique needs.
Sean Lukens
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Lukens combines Western cognitive-behavioral techniques with Eastern mindfulness practices to treat depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. He specializes in helping clients cultivate purpose and meaning through evidence-based interventions, including PSYPACT-certified teletherapy services for clients across state boundaries.
Ashton Boal
Pre-licensed Psychologist
Dr. Boal provides integrative therapy focusing on relationship dynamics, identity development, and trauma recovery. Supervised by Dr. Vinca, he employs psychodynamic approaches to help clients understand historical roots of current challenges while fostering self-compassion and lasting behavioral change.
Ahna Sahi
Pre-licensed Psychologist
Dr. Sahi specializes in DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic therapies for anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. She collaborates with clients to develop personalized treatment approaches that challenge limiting patterns while creating safe therapeutic spaces for growth and self-discovery.
Amanda Adkinson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ms. Adkinson uses client-led, strengths-based approaches to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her practice integrates mindfulness skills, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and sensory interventions to help clients process traumatic experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and group therapy using evidence-based approaches including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed care.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we are a preferred provider for Aetna, Highmark, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Geisinger, and UPMC. We also accept out-of-network claims for UnitedHealthcare.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure teletherapy sessions for Pennsylvania residents and through PSYPACT agreements for clients relocating to participating states.
What mental health concerns do you treat?
Our clinicians specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, identity concerns, and perinatal mental health challenges.
Are your therapists licensed?
All clinicians are fully licensed or working under supervision toward licensure in Pennsylvania, with specialized training in various therapeutic modalities.
