Move Forward Counseling, LLC

06/19/2026

Eating Disorders Outpatient Therapy in PA - No Waitlist for New Clients - MFC has seven PA therapy offices and online therapy services available anywhere in Pennsylvania.

Learn more, request an informational meeting, make a referral, or book an appointment for disordered eating, bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, and binge eating at https://moveforwardpa.com/services/counseling-for-eating-disorders-in-pennsylvania/

06/18/2026

Join MFC as a sponsor or exhibitor at next year's State College PRIDE event by visiting https://www.centrelgbtplus.org/pride-festival. The event is hosted each year by Centre LGBT+

Move Forward Counseling joined the march and celebration, along with our partner practice, Heartwell Therapy, LLC, at this year's event.

06/17/2026

Join us as a sponsor or exhibitor at next year's event at https://lancasterchooseslove.org/pride-festival. . Hosted by Lancaster County Chooses Love

Move Forward Counseling and Heartwell Therapy were sponsors of this year's event in downtown Lititz, PA.

06/12/2026

Grief is one of the most painful experiences we go through 💔—yet it’s something so many people try to avoid. But here’s the truth: avoiding grief doesn’t make it go away. It often shows up later as anger, resentment, or feeling “stuck” 😞. Healing begins when we allow ourselves to feel.

Grief isn’t just about losing a loved one 🕊️. It can come from:
💔 Breakups or divorce
💼 Job loss or retirement
🏡 Life transitions or major changes
🐾 Loss of a pet
🤍 Broken trust, disappointment, or unmet hopes

Even positive change can bring grief—because something familiar is ending.

There’s no “right way” or timeline to grieve ⏳. You may feel denial, anger, sadness, or even moments of peace—and then circle back again. That’s normal. That’s human.

Be gentle with yourself 💛
Reach out for support 🤝
Find healthy outlets like journaling, art, or music 🎨🎶
Take care of your body and mind 🧠✨

And remember—feeling joy again is not a betrayal. It’s part of healing 🌱

You don’t have to go through this alone 🤍 Support is available, and healing is possible. Read the full blog: www.moveforwardpa.com/blog.

Inquire into therapy for grief: www.moveforwardpa.com/contact

Thank you to the blog author, MFC-licensed therapist Darlene Oliver, CAADC, LPC, a mental health counselor specializing in grief and loss, with over 25 years of helping individuals heal. Learn more about Darlene or request counseling for grief at https://moveforwardpa.com/therapists/darlene-oliver/.

A mental health and counseling blog can help you keep learning & growing outside of therapy, including wellness tips, articles and resources.

06/11/2026

MFC became an Industry Partner to raise awareness of the immediate availability of our mental health therapy for residential and home providers, as well as family caregivers of residents, with private insurance. Counseling is available with no waitlist either online or anywhere in PA, or at our therapy offices in Lancaster, York, Hershey, State College, Pittsburgh, and Lebanon.

Our therapy specialties are offered by a team of over 65 licensed therapists and they include:

🌿Caregiver Stress
🌿Provider Burnout
🌿Managing Difficult Conversations & Emotions
🌿Family Dynamics
🌿Workplace Stress
🌿Chronic Illness/Pain
🌿Grief & Loss
🌿Anxiety & Depression
🌿Trauma & PTSD
And More

PALA members are welcome to reach out to MFC to learn more at www.moveforwardpa.com. We have a live chat during business hours and are here to guide you through the therapy process.

Our partner practice, Heartwell Therapy, LLC, is also available for couples, families, divorce, discernment, pre-marital, and other types of relationship counseling. Their self-pay service does not accept insurance and is available in York and Lancaster (at the MFC offices) or online anywhere in Pennsylvania. www.heartwellpa.com

Learn more about PALA or become a member at https://www.pala.org/.

06/03/2026

No Waitlist: The MFC Lebanon therapy team has moved to a new location! We have immediate openings for new clients ages 6 through adults at 118 Springwood Drive, near the corner of Rocherty Rd and Cornwall Rd, across from Isaac's Craft Kitchen and Hearty Slice. View our therapists at https://moveforwardpa.com/office/lebanon/, who specialize in a broad range of mental health and wellness specialties.

MFC is booking now for immediate in-person openings in Lebanon, York, Lancaster, State College, Pittsburgh, and Hershey.

MFC's full team of 65 licensed therapists offers online therapy across Pennsylvania. Reach out to scheduling for help getting matched with an available therapist at 717-462-7003 x 1, [email protected], or www.moveforwardpa.com/contact. We have a live chat on our website during our normal business hours.

Your out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific plan. We participate with the following major providers in Pennsylvania:

Aetna
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
Eliance Health Solutions (Preferred Health Care)
Employer EAP from Move Forward Counseling
Evernorth (formerly CIGNA)
Geisinger
Highmark Blue Shield
Independence BC (Highmark)
Life Solutions EAP
Lyra
Mazzitti & Sullivan EAP
Optum
Populytics (Highmark)
Quest / Quest EAP
United Behavioral Health / Optum
UHC Student Resources
United Healthcare UHCI UBH
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

Note: While we participate in these plans, we currently do not accept Medicaid or Medicare. Due to federal regulations, we cannot accept self-pay from clients with these two insurance plans.

Wherever you are in your mental health and wellness journey, MFC is here to provide therapy support for growth and healing, and to help you move forward.

06/02/2026

Learn more about MFC's State College counseling team at https://moveforwardpa.com/office/state-college.

05/31/2026

🧠May Is Mental Health Month: 📆On the last day of May, let's explore TRAUMA & PTSD👇🏼

Do you find yourself unable to sleep? Do everyday activities suddenly feel unsafe or overwhelming? Even small changes in your routine put you on edge, and your mind keeps circling back to what happened. These may be signs of PTSD. Trauma and PTSD therapy in Pennsylvania can help you find relief and begin healing.

Common Symptoms of PTSD and Trauma: PTSD symptoms can look different for everyone, but these are the most common signs people experience:

🌿Emotional & Cognitive Symptoms
-Anxiety or feeling “jumpy” (startle response)
-Intrusive or negative thoughts
-Flashbacks or reliving the traumatic event
-Depression or withdrawal from others
-Difficulty concentrating
-Anger and irritability

🌿Physical Symptoms
-Difficulty sleeping
-Nightmares
-Behavioral & Coping Symptoms

🌿Risky or impulsive behaviors
-Substance use (alcohol or drugs) as a coping strategy

It’s ok to feel this way. We all struggle with trauma & PTSD at some point in our lives. But you may want to consider getting some help.

To learn more about the signs, symptoms, and causes of trauma & PTSD, as well as how MFC therapy for trauma & PTSD in person and online in PA can help you manage them, visit https://moveforwardpa.com/services/trauma-ptsd-therapy-in-pennsylvania/.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many people experience these symptoms of trauma & PTSD. The good news: with trauma & PTSD therapy in Pennsylvania, including counseling tailored to your needs, our licensed therapists can help you find relief. You can start online or in person, often within a week, with insurance accepted. Reach out at www.moveforwardpa.com/contact.

Thank you to MFC licensed therapist and trauma & PTSD specialist Darlene Oliver, LPC, CAADC, for providing the information for this infographic. Darlene offers online counseling across PA to young adults and adults at https://moveforwardpa.com/therapists/darlene-oliver/.

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05/29/2026

No Waitlist: If you are feeling overwhelmed, navigating change, or longing for greater balance, Stephanie strives to offer a space where you feel supported, understood, and encouraged as you move forward. Using a trauma-informed and strengths-based lens, Stephanie Rineer, LAPC, will work to honor both your struggles and your resilience. Together, you can build insight, strengthen coping, and create meaningful shifts that align with the life you want to live.

Immediate Openings: Book Now www.moveforwardpa.com/contact

Stephanie offers evidenced-based therapy for a broad range of mental health needs, such as caregiver stress, anger management, anxiety, attachment issues, body image, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), chronic pain/illness, co-dependency, depression, relationship issues, grief & loss, LGBTQIA+ support, postpartum, OCD, Personality Disorders (PD), self-harm & self esteem, substance use, suicidal ideation, sleep issues, trauma and PTSD, and more.

View Stephanie's full bio of specialties, education, experience, and techniques at https://moveforwardpa.com/therapists/stephanie-rineer.

05/28/2026

In case you missed the Legislative Breakfast this morning, Mental Health America of Lancaster County hosts one biannually, bringing legislators together with mental health providers across Lancaster County. Move Forward Counseling and Heartwell Therapy attended and enjoyed networking with other mental health advocates in Lancaster County, as well as listening to our legislators speak about funding and initiatives.

To ask about their Legislative Committee or get on the list for the next Legislative Breakfast, visit https://mhalancaster.org.