Our vision and staff

About Turning Tides

When I envisioned opening the doors of Turning Tides Psychological Services, LLC, I imagined an atmosphere of intentional growth. I wanted to create a space where I could take my clients to a place where therapy would solely be based on their needs and journey to changing their path. I provide an integrative, self-tailored therapy experience.  I utilize my training and knowledge of evidence based practices to shape your journey based on your strengths and therapy goals. I also conscientiously choose each of our small group staff to fit the Turning Tides vision. Each therapist brings different talents and preferred client populations, giving us the ability to help more people reach their potential and needs. 

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Opening Turning Tides has given me the opportunity to serve you first, without agendas of agencies or insurance companies. It gives me the ability to meet you where you are today and aid you in reaching your full potential to turn the tides of your story. I’m ready to take your call and see if we are a good fit for your next step.

Together, we can change the course of your story.

                                                                                                                     -Carrie Johanson

Dr. Carrie Johanson

Founder and Psychologist

Carrie Johanson, Ph.D., is a PA licensed psychologist with degrees from Texas Woman’s University (Ph.D. & M.A.) and the State University at Albany (B.A. & M.S.). During her ten years in the field, she has worked with individuals struggling with trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, and making changes in their lives. She provides a mixed approached of evidence-based treatments, tailored to your identified goals, needs, and presenting symptoms.

Dr. Johanson currently provides individual and couples therapy, both in the Scranton office and online. She also provides evaluations on a case by case basis and provides post graduate supervision to other mental health professionals.  

Megan Ryman, MA, LPC, 

NCC, CADC Therapist

Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marywood University. Megan's early field experience was primarily in addiction counseling, she enjoys working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and impulse control disorders.

Megan Ryman, MA, LPC, 

NCC, CADC Therapist

Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marywood University. Megan's early field experience was primarily in addiction counseling, she enjoys working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and impulse control disorders.

Elisa Tuffy, MS, NCC

Therapist

Elisa attended the University of Scranton and completed her Master of Science in Human Resources and received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in May 2020. She utilizes CBT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing to work a range of clientele that want become more aware and bring joy back into their lives. 

Peggy Cummiskey, MA, CACREP Certified Therapist

Peggy attended the Liberty University and completed her Master of Arts for Professional Counseling in Dec 2018. She utilizes CBT, REBT, Solution Focused, Impact therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.  Peggy works with a range of presenting concerns and works with teens, adults, and families.