Deborah Kearns, MSW, LSW, MA
Graduate, Shippensburg University, MSW
Graduate, Penn State University, MA
Graduate, Penn State University, BA
Deborah is a Licensed Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. Deborah completed her Masters of Social Work at Shippensburg University, graduating with academic distinction as an Advanced Generalist practitioner. She has worked with school-aged children, young adults, families, those coping with substance misuse issues, and survivors of trauma. As a former yoga therapist, Deborah likes to incorporate Mindfulness techniques in all aspects of her work. She also likes to incorporate trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Art Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief therapy. Deborah is a lifelong learner and looks forward to furthering her education in the mental health field.
Nina Stare, MS, LSW
Graduate Temple University, MSW
Graduate Shippensburg University BS
Nina is a licensed social worker and member of the National Association of Social Workers. She completed a Masters in Social Work at Temple University in 2005 and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work from Shippensburg University in 1998. Throughout most of her career Mrs. Stare has worked extensively with at-risk youth and their families. Nina has experience in teaching anger management strategies, crisis counseling, treating trauma related disorders and co-occurring disorders. She is interested in working with children and families as well as individuals. Nina uses CBT strategies, motivational interviewing, resilience building and emotional intelligence to motivate clients towards achieving their best version of themselves.