Our Therapists

Patricia Gonzalez, LPC, MT-BC

Patricia is the Co-Founder, Co-Owner, and Executive Director of Spectra Support Services, LLC. Her agency provides a variety of specialty care programs, mental health services, and professional training opportunities. To date, Patricia established new creative arts therapy programs and behavioral health supports in settings such as residential homes, ambulatory healthcare settings, pediatric hospitals, pediatric rehabilitation centers, senior homes, homeless shelters, day programs, and schools.

Patricia began her career as a therapist by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Therapy from Duquesne University. She completed her clinical training with Deforia Lane, Ph.D. at the University Hospitals of Cleveland. She earned a Master’s in Music Therapy (MMT) from Temple University. Today, Patricia is a board-certified music therapist, licensed professional counselor, certified MARI® practitioner and teacher, and an approved trainer by the Family & Play Therapy Center to teach the introductory course to mindfulness-based play therapy.

Patricia's areas of expertise include some of the following: trauma informed care, music therapy, pain management, guided imagery, mindfulness-based play-family therapy, sand play, focusing, mandala assessment research instrument, cognitive behavior therapy, functional behavioral analysis, emotional freedom technique, and eye movement and desensitization and reprocessing. Patricia provides clinical supervision for established mental health professionals and therapists pursuing state licensure.

Patricia is an advocate for the advancement of quality programming for people who have mental health needs. Patricia finds that she can influence this type of support through her leadership roles, clinical work, training programs, clinical supervision opportunities, and development of community programs that increases individuals' access to specialized health services. It brings Patricia great joy to serve her community in this way.

Maleita Olson, LCSW, BSL

Maleita provides therapy and clinical supervision. She is a senior director, and a co-owner of the agency. Maleita is both a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as Licensed Behavior Specialist. She has a Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston College. She currently holds certificates in Advance Child Development, and Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents.

Christine Nelson, LCSW

Christine is the director of behavioral health operations. She provides therapy, clinical supervision, and training. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania, a Certified MARI® Practitioner. She holds a Master of Social Services degree (an equivalent to a MSW) from Bryn Mawr College.

Karen Weiss, LCSW

Karen is a behavioral health therapist. She provides therapy, clinical supervision, and behavior supports. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from West Chester University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania.

Ashley Begley, LCSW

"Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Ashley Begley, LCSW aims to provide individuals support as they navigate challenges and seek to create their own paths toward wellness. Ashley received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Gwynedd Mercy University and a Master of Social Services degree (an equivalent to a MSW) from Bryn Mawr College. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania, Ashley serves people across the lifespan and specializes in working with adults with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges. She provides individual psychotherapy at the main office and behavior support across a variety of settings such as agencies, homes, residential centers, and day programs. In recognition that what works for one person may not work for another, Ashley utilizes a person-centered approach that blends interventions such as psychoeducation and skills training, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Mandala Assessment Research Instrument (MARI) interventions, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and more. Ashley strives to help clients develop their ability to advocate for themselves and live up to their full potential.

Suzanne Muldoon, LPC

Suzanne provides therapy. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from Franciscan University of Steubenville and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania.

Rebecca Zimmerman

Rebecca is a therapist-in-training provides therapy. She is earning a Master’s degree in Music Therapy and Mental Health Counseling from Immaculata University.

Colleen Roth

Colleen is a therapist-in-training provides therapy. She is earning a Master of Social Services degree (an equivalent to a MSW) from Bryn Mawr College.

Schuyler Chartier, MT-BC

“Music expresses that which cannot be said, and on which it is impossible to be silent.” ~Victor Hugo.

Driven by the healing power of music, Schuyler Chartier, MT-BC utilizes this therapeutic medium as a tool to help individuals reach their wellness goals. To date, Schuyler completed a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from Temple University and has advanced clinical training as a behavior specialist. Schuyler serves people across the lifespan and specializes in working with children who have autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral challenges. Schuyler provides individual and group therapy across a variety of settings such as agencies, homes, residential centers, schools, and day programs to name a few. She utilizes a blend of approaches in her work such as zones of regulation, growth mindset, functional behavioral analysis, bilateral stimulation, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and creative music therapy. Using evidenced-based strategies, Schuyler aims to promote individuals’ abilities to work through their challenges, deepen their sense of connection with others, and flourish in their self-identities.