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Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC

Behavioral Health Therapist Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Couples Counseling,
In network with Blue Cross/ Blue Shield, UPMC Health Plan, Aetna, United Healthcare, Optum,

Introduction

You want more balance, more joy, and better relationships in your life… but you’re not sure where to begin. This can be a challenging time filled with doubt and uncertainty, but it can also be the beginning of a new opportunity for you to change the way you handle life's challenges and to improve the relationships that matter most to you. You don’t have to feel stuck and alone. At Life Balance, our team of licensed clinicians brings deep experience, specialized training, and a compassionate approach to mental health care. We are dedicated to creating an affirming space where every client feels seen, respected, and supported. MEET OUR TEAM: Michelle Jones, LCSW (she/her) Michelle is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation challenges, relationship concerns, and sexual well-being. She integrates DBT, Gottman Method work for couples, and compassion-focused strategies to foster growth and balance. As an AASECT-certified therapist in sex therapy, she provides affirming care for a range of sexual health concerns. Michelle also supports our clinicians through supervision and practice-wide training initiatives. Sara Scarberry, LPC (she/her) Sara brings a warm, insightful approach to therapy, helping individuals explore emotional patterns, relational dynamics, and personal identity with clarity and compassion. She offers neurodivergent-affirming care and strength-based guidance for those facing trauma, anxiety, depression, body and sexual health concerns, and more. Sara’s direct yet supportive style creates a safe space for meaningful growth. Hope Collins, LSW (she/her) Hope is a Licensed Social Worker who provides compassionate, affirming care for teens (14+) and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. She is especially attuned to the needs of neurodivergent clients. Hope’s approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative. She helps clients build emotional awareness, practical coping skills, and a deeper sense of self-trust, while moving at a pace that feels safe and empowering. Melina Harden, LSW (she/her) Melina creates a calming, affirming therapeutic environment grounded in authenticity and client-centered insight. She works with teens (14+) and adults navigating anxiety, depression, self-harm, identity, interpersonal concerns, and life changes. Melina emphasizes practical skills for coping and self-understanding, supporting you to move toward meaningful life goals at your own pace. Cielo Prischak, LAPC (she/her) Cielo offers compassionate, strengths-based care for teens (14+) and adults working through stress, trauma, life transitions, and burnout. Known for her warm, grounded presence, she integrates DBT-informed, relational, and mindfulness practices to help you slow down, reconnect with your inner strengths, and build emotional resilience. Cielo’s space is inclusive and empowering for clients of all identities. Marlo Torrelli, LPC (she/her) Owner & Director Marlo founded Life Balance Counseling and Wellness in 2017 with a vision to cultivate a validating, compassionate environment where individuals and families can grow, heal, and thrive. With advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), clinical anxiety treatment, and post-graduate training in couples and family care, Marlo now leads the practice, provides clinical supervision, and guides our mission forward. Her areas of passion include women’s mental health, shame resilience, and strength-based support across life stages. As a team, our clinicians are committed to providing inclusive, affirming, and culturally attuned mental health support. We offer evidence-based care tailored to each person’s unique needs, helping you build balance, resilience, and deeper connection in your life

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #PC007736 (PA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Multi-Faith

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Blue Cross/ Blue Shield
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Aetna
  • United Healthcare
  • Optum
  • UMR

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Intake Assessment $165
  • Individual Session $145
  • Couples Session (Private Pay Only)145 $145 - $215

Locations

Video Office- Telehealth Scheduling Location

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling/ Social Work - Our clinicians have studied at various institutions of higher education

Certifications

  • Sex and Sexuality
  • DBT
  • Mindfulness
  • Self-Compassion

FAQ

Is Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC offer telehealth appointments? Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC specialize in? Life Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Couples Counseling, Depression, Gender Identity, Grief, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, PTSD, Self-Harming, Sex Therapy, Social Anxiety, Stress, Transgender Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues, Burnout, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.
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