Margie Melder & Aryn Smeltzer

MEET MARGIE MELDER, LMFT “Growth is painful, change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck where you do not belong.” – N.R. Narayana Murthy Thanks for visiting my site. Your struggles may have brought you to this website, but I believe that you are more than your "symptoms". We often find ourselves stuck grappling with our own struggles rather than using our inherent resilience and strengths to continue traveling in the direction that holds deeper meaning for us. My approach to therapy is summarized by a quote by Vivian Greene: "Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass; it is about learning to dance in the rain." I see myself as a brief but reliable partner who is committed to revealing the strengths you already possess. We all can get lost, distracted and discouraged on our journeys. The good news is we already have answers within. If they are lost or hidden at times, I can help. I’ll listen carefully to your story and together we will re-discover what has always been there — your own personal cure! With 15+ years in both public and private mental health services, I hold a master’s degree in both Marriage and Family Therapy and Theological Studies with a concentration on Counseling. My goal is to help you to live your life more meaningfully while simultaneously learning to make greater space for difficult experiences. I rely on geeky scientific and therapeutic stuff like neuroscience and trauma, attachment theory and relationships, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help you, but I am really a spiritual seeker in love with humanity. Finding a therapist with whom you feel understood and accepted by is crucial to the healing process. My hope is to provide a space of exploration and collaboration where you can feel empowered, laugh, be vulnerable, and grow. My life experiences have taught me a lesson: that it's hard to be human and as such, my clients will always deserve all my empathy and attention. If you’re interested in meeting, please feel free to email me: margiemelderlmft@gmail.com. Or, you can reach me by phone at 717-727-0522. I look forward to hearing from you. Margie accepts Highmark BCBS, Optum and Aetna insurance. Self-pay options are available. MEET ARYN SMELTZER, LMSW Sometimes life is hard and just plain messy, and we just need someone who can listen, guide, challenge and support us in our life journey. It is my passion to walk this journey with you as you navigate the stressors, traumas and unexpected turns that life can throw at you. Your experiences are unique to you. I desire our therapeutic relationship to be collaborative as we work together to create interventions that spark growth and ultimately, healing. I have worked with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds. My Master's in Social Work provided a concentration in addiction and mental health. I have also worked with clients who struggle with hoarding, anxiety, loss/grief, family transition and many other areas. Your story matters. You matter. I would be honored to have the privilege to join you in your journey. Reaching out to someone can be difficult-I am committed to seek healing alongside of you with grace and honor. If you’re interested in meeting, please feel free to email me: asmeltzer@wholelifecounselingandconsulting.com. Or, you can reach me by phone at 717-478-3963. I look forward to hearing from you. Self-pay options are available to work with Aryn. EVANGELICAL SEMINARY INTERNS We are also happy to announce that we have partnered with Evangelical Seminary and are now offering sessions with interns. Sliding scale fee options are available when working with our interns. To schedule an intake with an intern, please email Aryn at info@wholelifecounselingandconsulting.com