MMG Counseling

05/28/2026

05/08/2026

💜MMG Counseling is happy to welcome Maxine to our team of amazing therapists! Maxine has appointments available for teens through adults.
✅ To schedule use the contact form on our website mmgcounseling.com

Maxine Fabrizio, LAPC, is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who works with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She has experience supporting clients in both college and community-based settings, including individuals in high-stress roles such as caregivers, parents, and helping professionals.

Maxine specializes in working with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns, or emotionally reactive. She helps clients develop emotional regulation skills, build healthier boundaries, and better understand the connection between past experiences and present-day challenges. She also has experience supporting clients in recovery, as well as those navigating grief, burnout, and major life adjustments.

Maxine utilizes person-centered and cognitive-behavioral approaches within a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and collaborative framework. She integrates psychoeducation and practical tools to help clients build insight and create meaningful, sustainable change. She places a strong emphasis on helping clients navigate relationship dynamics, improve communication, and feel more confident in how they show up in their lives.

Maxine earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marywood University. She is committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout the counseling process.

05/07/2026

Office visitor! 🥰

02/27/2026

Now hiring licensed therapists in Dunmore Pa. Look forward to connecting with you!

11/05/2025

MMG Counseling welcomes Aaron to the group!

👋Hello, my name is Aaron Best. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a board-certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) dedicated to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward well-being.

My approach is rooted in the belief that a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship is the foundation for lasting change.

With a Master of Art Therapy from Marywood University, I have honed my skills to offer a warm, person-centered environment where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. I utilize a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), art therapy, and Sandplay, to tailor treatment that reflects your unique needs. My goal is to help build practical tools, gain insight, and discover your inner resilience.

I have extensive experience working with people of all ages, helping them navigate a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am particularly passionate about helping individuals or families build tools that increase self-efficacy and encourage personal healing. Beyond my clinical work, I am committed to community education and have provided mental health training to schools and organizations in the Lackawanna County area.

It takes courage to begin the therapeutic process, and I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore, heal, and grow. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you, your child, or your family!

10/23/2025

Just a sneak peek 👀✨ Our therapy office is all about cozy, calm, and comfortable — because healing feels better when you can exhale

10/22/2025

Therapy taught me boundaries aren’t walls — they’re welcome mats for peace. 🕊️
They don’t push people away; they show others how to meet you with respect and care. Setting them might feel uncomfortable at first, but peace usually follows right behind.

💭 What’s one boundary that’s brought you more peace lately?

10/22/2025

Tag someone who’s helped you grow this year 🌸

10/21/2025

Anxiety isn’t a flaw — it’s a signal. 💛
It often comes from past experiences, ongoing stress, or times when your body didn’t feel safe — even if your mind says “everything’s fine.” Anxiety is your nervous system’s natural alert system, letting you know that something needs attention.
Instead of shaming yourself for feeling anxious, try listening to what it’s trying to tell you: Do I need rest? Reassurance? Boundaries? Support?
Your anxiety isn’t broken — it’s trying to protect you. Safety, not shame, is where healing begins. 🌿

10/20/2025

“When your child’s anger might actually be depression.”

If your child’s been extra irritable, snapping easily, or saying things like “I don’t care” — I want you to know this:
It’s not always “bad behavior.”
Sometimes that anger is their way of saying, “I’m not okay.”

Kids don’t usually have the words for depression, so it comes out as frustration, attitude, or withdrawal.
Anger becomes the mask sadness wears.
And for a lot of families I work with here in NEPA, that realization changes everything.

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🧩 Here’s what can help:
1. Pause before reacting. Take a breath and remember — anger is often protection, not defiance.
2. Stay curious. Try asking, “You’ve seemed upset lately — are you feeling sad inside?”
3. Model calm. Your tone and presence help regulate theirs more than you realize.
4. Create safety. Keep routines predictable and offer space to talk without judgment.
5. Reach out for support. Child and family therapy can help uncover the why behind the behavior and teach tools for emotional balance.

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You’re not alone in this. So many families in our area are walking this same road — doing their best to raise emotionally healthy kids in a world that often feels heavy. ❤️

Your noticing is the first step toward healing.