Teletherapy and in person counseling to fit your journey and schedule
3218 Pittston Ave, Scranton PA
650 Boulevard Ave, Dickson City, PA
421 S State St Unit 4, Clarks Summit, PA
570-209-9898
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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.
In the last several years, Turning Tides has expanded to now having twelve unique providers in three locations as well as teletherapy optins. We are now able to accommodate most commercial insurances, several EAP programs, and now take Medicare. Call us today or hit the contact us button to schedule an intake today.
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 fifteen 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.
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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.
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Elisa Tuffy, MS, LPC, 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 obtained her license in 2022. 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. We are excited to share that Elisa now is offering EMDR in person.
Elisa currently practices at our Clarks Summit location.
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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.
Tara Ahearn Simington, MA, NCC, LPC, CDBT
Tara was previously a State Certified Teacher in Elementary Education and Special
Education and graduated from Wake Forest University in 2019 with her MA in
Mental Health clinical Counseling. She was licensed in 2022. She has worked in
schools, hospitals, in home and outpatient settings throughout out her careers. She
treats teens, adults, and couples.
Peggy Cummiskey, MA, LPC, NCC,
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. Peggy primarily works out of our Dickson City office.
Jim Roberts, MS, LPC, NCC Therapist
Jim completed his Masters of Science in Counseling at the University of Scranton in 2016. He holds a state license to practice in the state of PA. Jim has previously worked with children in the NEPA area and has experience working with addiction, anxiety, and other life problems. Jim brings CBT, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing and other identified needed interventions to the therapeutic relationship. Jim primarily works out of our Scranton office.
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Lori A Villan, LCSW, CAADC
Lori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 30 years of experience in counseling and supervision. She received her Degree from Marywood University in 1990 and works with adults. Lori is one of out Medicare providers and works out of our Dickson City location.
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.
