Holistic Individual Counseling, Personal Consulting & Medication Management
SERVICES
SPECIALTIES
My services include counseling children, teens, couples, individuals and families. I listen without judgement. I respect each person as a human being. Counseling is not just about relief from emotional and mental pain. I will help you find relief. I will also assist you in living an extraordinary life. NEVER settle for ordinary. Strive for extraordinary.
Join me in my office for private, confidential counseling at your convenience. I have evening hours. Or use distance video counseling as described below. Since I must be licensed to practice counseling in the state in which you are, I can only do distance counseling if you live in Pennsylvania or Florida.
Individual Counseling
Get to the source of your anxiety, stress, depression, or emotional challenge with individual counseling.
Start living the life you were meant to live.
We’ll meet one-on-one in a safe, caring, and confidential setting. Here, we’ll integrate the best tools of cognitive behavior therapy to dig into the cause of your suffering. Then, we’ll apply the ground-breaking methods of EFT (tapping) to release your pain and fears and to step into a life of joy and freedom.
Individual counseling sessions use a holistic approach, assessing and healing your emotion, mental, and spiritual health. Along the way, your physical health may improve as we eliminate the stress and worry that often causes disease and pain.
I have treated patients with countless conditions including anxiety, depression, OCD, hair pulling, skin picking, PTSD, trauma, anger, phobias, fear. My holistic approach to individual counseling works, if you are ready for change.
Let’s diagnose and release your emotional disruptions and sabotaging thoughts and choices.
It’s time to stop coping and to start living.
Family & Child Counseling
Children and teens are very special clients. I work with parents of young children to teach strategies that have been shown to release stress and anxiety and very specific techniques for hair pulling. I recommend nutrition, low to no sugar and fish oil to that can balance the nervous system. Medication for children and teens is a last resort.
There are so many strategies and techniques that can release anxiety, depression, body focused repetitive behaviors and obsessive compulsive disorders. Children on the autism spectrum respond well to Brain Gym, energy tapping, breathing techniques and earthing mats.
I enjoy working with families to help resolve mental health issues and bring balance to families.
Please note that both parents must sign the Consent to Treatment form for their minor children. In a separation or divorce situation the non custodial parent may print out, sign their child’s name on the line indicated, sign their name and fax consent to me at 724-942-5479. IF a custodial parent has documentation that they may make all medical decisions then the non custodial parent does not need to sign the Consent to Treatment form.
Telehealth
I use Zoom to meet with you through your computer. It is secure and HIPAA compliant.
I am ready to help you whether you live in Pennsylvania or Florida. Technology allows us to meet from the comfort of your home or office. I offer a free consultation so you can ask me questions about my services and how I create a treatment plan for you. Contact me at Joan@joankaylor.com or call or text 724-413-0964.
Check your insurance to see what your financial responsibility is under your plan. You are responsible for your co-payment or deductible.
Medication Management
Alisha Momoh, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CRNP
Welcome! I am Aisha, a board certified and experienced psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, i am able to perform psych evaluations, prescribe medications or manage your medications, which are sent to any pharmacy of your choice within Pennsylvania. I understand that seeking help for psychiatric services/mental health is an important step, and i am here to support you every step of the way.
I am dedicated to providing accessible & evidence based psychiatric/mental health care and services to residents of Pennsylvania. My aim is to help you experience an improvement in your mental & emotional well-being, overall functioning and quality of life. You and I will work together to tailor a plan that works best for your needs.
Samantha Brown, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CRNP
Navigating mental health challenges can be complex, and finding a path to sustainable well-being often requires compassionate, holistic support. My approach embraces the belief that true healing involves the mind, body, and spirit. I work collaboratively with clients facing issues like anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma, tailoring each treatment to align with their unique needs and values. Through an integrative plan that may include medication management, nutritional supplements, lifestyle changes, and lab work, I am committed to empowering clients toward lasting growth and positive change.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide psychiatric medication with an integrative, holistic approach, focusing on your mental, emotional, and physical health needs. Together, we create a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, using the lowest effective dose to promote balance and wellness. I’m here to offer supportive, personalized care.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide a compassionate, safe space where you feel truly heard and understood. Together, we’ll create a path forward that respects your unique needs and goals. If you’re ready to start this journey toward healing and growth, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Now Accepting Medicare
UPMC Commercial
I do NOT accept Medical Assistance
Treatment Specialties
Trichotillomania: Hair Pulling & Dermatillonia: Skin Picking
I stopped pulling out my hair in 1989. I have been helping children, teens and adults stop pulling hair and picking skin since 1994 when I became a licensed professional counselor.
Trichotillomania and dermatillomania are body focused repetitive behaviors. They regulate emotions and help to soothe when we are upset, overwhelmed, bored or stressed.
I consider pulling and picking to be addictions.
The treatment is completely different from obsessive compulsive disorders. Healing from an addiction is work. It can be done. I can teach you strategies intended to help you let go of the urges and counseling for the shame and depression and family stress that come with trich and picking. I can teach your loved ones or parents how they can help you so anger and frustration are removed. Check out my Facebook page: Secrets of Hair Pulling, Skin Picking and Anxiety. For the most up to date information go to www.bfrb.org
Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
People have many subtypes from mental to behavioral compulsions to avoiding situations that trigger OCD.
I am a graduate of the first Behavior Therapy Institute in 1996 from the International Obsessive Compulsive Disorders Foundation, IOCDF. I know exposure and response prevention. I have treated 1000’s of individuals and families with trichotillomania, dermatillomania and OCD.
I started the local affiliate for the IOCDF in Pittsburgh in 2000, Obsessive Compulsive Foundation of Western Pennsylvania.
I also recommend visiting Beyond OCD.org for a wealth of information.
Emotional Freedom Techniques
Emotional Freedom Techniques are based in traditional Chinese medicine. EFT combines cognitive behavior therapy with the same system used in acupuncture but we don’t use needles. Instead of needles we tap on the acupoints or the end points of the meridians (the energy pathways of the human body).
While tapping we say phrases specific to the problem we are working on. Emotional Freedom Techniques are used worldwide to relieve physical, emotional and psychological pain. Note: Emotional Freedom Techniques is not a replacement for medical treatment.
Consult with a physician or health care provider if you are in physical distress. I am proud to be certified in the Gold Standard of Emotional Freedom Techniques through the Association of Comprehensive Energy Psychology.
“If you’ve never heard of holistic therapy, EFT, tapping, etc. OR if you’ve heard of it and have your doubts, just stop, make an appointment with Joan and feel the release of past trauma. No more endless talk therapy with no actual solutions or resolutions … holistic therapy is life changing! Thank you for everything Joan!”
1:1 Counseling/Consulting Sessions
Before you purchase, please download and read Joan’s Consulting Agreement
Fees are for private pay if you don’t have an insurance with which I participate.
1:1 Counseling/Consulting Session
Single Private Counseling or Consulting with Joan
$195
Corporate Consulting
3 Hour Training
Conflict Resolution and Stress Reduction
$500
1:1 Single Session
55 Minutes
Insured Clients ONLY
Please check with your benefit plan. You will be responsible for your co-pay, co-insurance, or deductible.
Please note that I am not able to accommodate “hop on a quick call to discuss” requests. If your query cannot be addressed in an email, please book healing session.
Training in Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques, Trauma and PTSD
In addition to my 1:1 client work, I also offer a number of workshops, professional trainings and consultation groups for those in the coaching, medical and healing space. I am also available to provide custom training sessions to organizations seeking professional development for their members. Click the button below to visit www.tappingwithjoan.com.
“It all started with a coupon from a dear friend of mine to take one of Joan’s online classes. This particular class was a Chakra clearing class. My life has changed in ways I have only dreamed of with consultations & energy coaching with Joan Kaylor. July was my first meeting with Joan over the internet & we continue to “meet” every month.
Joan & I continue to work on my relationships with family members, and friends. Where was she 30 years ago? Joan could have saved me a lifetime of bad choices & heart ache.
I will forever be totally grateful to have met Joan & honor the relationship I have with her.”
Preparing for your session.
Here are the documents that you will be signing. Please read them carefully. It is helpful to print out the Client Information form, complete and bring with you on your first visit. I will have the other forms in my office. I must witness your signature in my office so there is no need to bring any other form with you.
Please complete and return the Client Information Form before your appointment.
Privacy Notice
HIPPA Form
Disclosure Notice
Client & Rights Responsiblities
Consent to Treatment
Disclaimer
Cancellation policy: I require 24 hours to cancel or chance an appointment. Less than 24 hours notice or no show appointments your credit card will be charged $100.00
Organizations and Professional Counseling
National Board of Certified Counselors
Pennsylvania Counseling Association
Pennsylvania State Board of Social Worker, Marriage and family counselors and Professional Social Workers
Here is my CV to browse my training and experience.
Office Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to 6 pm. Friday and Saturday 9 am to 12 noon. I am closed on Monday.
Contact me at: Joan@JoanKaylor.com or 724-413-0964
Insurance & Fees
When you research UPMC insurances, I am listed as Lisa Joan Kaylor. Please ask for Lisa Joan Kaylor as a provider.
I take Blue Cross Blue Shield and UPMC Health Plan (not medical assistance or medicare) insurances.
Please know your: co-payment, deductible, co-insurance and health savings account before we meet.
If you have another insurance I will give you a super bill to turn into your insurance company. It is your responsibility to check for any out of network benefits.
My fee is $195.00 for out of network counseling sessions in my office.
I accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express as well as cash and personal check. A credit card is required to secure appointments.
I request 24 hours to change an appointment. If you forget or cancel the same day there is a $100.00 fee.
I use Zoom to meet with you through your computer. It is secure and HIPAA compliant.
I am ready to help you whether it is an individual meeting or you wish to bring others into a psychotherapy session. Technology allows us to meet from the comfort of your home or office. We must meet first in my brick and mortar office for the evaluation of your problem. Then we can meet via tele-counseling as long as you are in Pennsylvania or Florida. This is especially helpful for students when they go on to college.
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield supports tele-counseling. If you have mental health benefits under Highmark, tele-counseling is covered. You are responsible for your co-payment or deductible just as for a regular office session.
Common Questions
How does therapy work?
Therapy is a therapeutic relationship of trust. Therapy is safe and confidential. I practice mind body methods such as cognitive behavior therapy and Emotional Freedom Techniques ie EFT/tapping to help you release fear, trauma, self-sabotaging thinking and negative beliefs that keep you stuck.
How long is each session?
Generally, each session is one hour, unless agreed to prior to the session.
Do you take insurance?
I do not take medical assistance, medicare or other insurance plans.
How often would I come to therapy?
Weekly therapy is preferred depending on the problem. As you reach treatment goals bi weekly and monthly check ins are helpful.
Therapy can last one time or a lifetime depending on what you want to work on. If you want to dive deep therapy will take a while. I have clients that I have worked with for 20 years or 1 month. Just like we need to have our physical health checked it is vital to get emotional health checked as well. Mental and emotional health is just as important as our physical health.
Is what we discuss in sessions confidential?
How do I schedule an appointment?
You will be able to schedule your appointment when you make your purchase above. Or call me at 724-413-0964 or message me on the contact page.
What is the cost of therapy?
The cost of therapy depends on what your insurance pays. Your financial liability is your copayment, deductible and/or coinsurance. If you do not have insurance or one that I accept, my fee is $495.00 for 3 sessions. And. $995.00 for 7 sessions. (see above to purchase) Al la carte sessions are $195.00 and is available AFTER completing a package.
How do I know if a therapist is right for me?
Plan to meet with several therapists to see who is most qualified and experienced to help you. How many clients have they treated with your problem? What is their approach? Do not be afraid too leave a therapist who is not helpful. If you are not making progress in 3 months you are not with the right therapist.
Where is your office located?
My physical office in Washington County, southwest Pennsylvania. 6000 Town Center Blvd #160, Canonsburg, PA 15317. As long as you live in Pennsylvania we can meet at my office. If you don’t live in Pennsylvania or feel more comfortable working virtually, we can work via Zoom.