Franco Psychological Associates

Franco Psychological Associates, PC
26 State Avenue, Suite 101
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 243-1896

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2011

We welcome Brian Andrews, PhD to Franco Psychological Associates. He has provided local mental health services to adolescents, children, and their families since 2003. However, before moving to Carlisle, Dr. Andrews' clinical experience included treatment of both adults and children. We are very pleased to have him join our group practice as we continue meeting the needs of a variety of clientele.

We say goodbye to Karen Meteyer, PhD, our newest therapist at Franco Psychological Associates who has re-located with her family to New Hampshire. Though disappointed that Karen's time with us was so brief, we appreciate her fine work at FPA and wish her the very best as she settles into her new life.

Franco Psychological Associates (FPA) now offers the Relationship Check-up, a unique 3-session program that provides couples with a comprehensive assessment of their relationship strengths and weaknesses. A useful tool for improving communication skills and balance in relationships, the Relationship Check-up is based on the scientifically developed PREPARE-ENRICH curriculum for pre-marital and marital couples. This information and educational program offered at FPA will help couples understand the current state of their relationship and give them a roadmap for how to make improvements.

The couple will participate in 3 one-hour meetings with Heidi B. Roeder, MS, MFT, LPC, complete a customized on-line assessment (taken by each partner), and receive a summary report complete with helpful charts and suggestions. The fee for the entire 3-session program is $275*.

Relationship Check-up will enable couples to:

Explore strength and growth areas
Strengthen communication skills
Resolve conflict
Develop a more balanced relationship
Explore family of origin issues

Just like a regular visit to a physician serves to keep people healthy and catch problems to be addressed, the Relationship Check-up will provide couples with the same opportunity. To learn more about this program or to schedule an appointment, please call Franco Psychological Associates at 717-243-1896 and ask about the Relationship Check-up.

(* Note: Relationship Check-up is available to couples not currently in therapy at FPA.)

2010

We welcome Karen Meteyer, PhD to Franco Psychological Associates, P.C. She is a licensed psychologist who works with families and individuals of all ages. Having recently re-located from New York, Karen is pleased to settle into Central PA. She brings to her treatment of children, adolescents, and adults a deep appreciation and understanding of family process. You may read her biography under Therapists on our home page.

On May 7th, Karen Jaskot, ACSW, CAC presented a six hour training in Harrisburg entitled “The Fine Art of Good Therapy” for the Pennsylvania Certified Addiction Board. The audience was comprised of therapists who work with addicted clients in a variety of settings including prisons, rehabs, nursing homes, hospitals, and private practice. Participants were encouraged to assess all clients in terms of mental health, substance abuse, and concurrent medical conditions regardless of the presenting issue.

On Saturday, April 10th, Rebekah Feeser, PhD participated in the YWCA 18th Annual Women’s Symposium, “Days of our Lives: Navigating Life’s Transitions.” Joined by Anne Gero, PhD, retired professor of Social Work/Gerontology at Shippensburg University, Dr. Feeser co-facilitated a workshop entitled Reinventing Ourselves at Midlife and Beyond. Participants considered the challenges and opportunities of different life stages while tapping into their own wisdom and identifying useful strategies that enhance personal growth at any age.

Franco Psychological Associates is pleased to announce the availability of “Coaching Services” for couples going through a divorce. Co-Parenting Coaching is available for those parents who may have completed their divorce but need assistance in working through issues related to parenting their children, scheduling etc. Note: Since these services are not considered “medically necessary,” no health insurance reimbursement can be accepted. The fee for professional coaching is $150 per hour.

2009

We are pleased to welcome Lisa Bechtel, LPC, RPT- S to Franco Psychological Associates, P.C. Lisa is a licensed professional counselor and registered Play Therapist-Supervisor who brings an appreciation for individuals’ natural inclination toward health and wellbeing, a belief she applies to her work with children, adolescents, and adults.

Eric Fringer, MSW, LCSW joins Ed Franco, PhD, Lori Hogg, MS, and Rebekah Feeser, PhD as partners in the corporation. He has taken on the role of Intake Supervisor, coordinating the response to those initiating services at Franco Psychological Associates, P.C.

2008

We would like to highlight some changes at Franco Psychological Associates, P.C.
Good-bye and thank you to Kay Balcziunas who is retiring from our practice. She has provided excellent therapeutic care to individuals, couples, and families over the past years. She will be missed; however, we share her excitement about this next “life chapter.”
Welcome to Heidi Roeder, MS, LPC. She brings considerable experience working with adults and adolescents in individual, couple, family, and group therapy. Heidi is completing a Post-Master’s Certificate Program for Marriage and Family Therapy at the Council for Relationships in Philadelphia. We are delighted to have this dynamic clinician join us. You may read her biography under Therapists on our home page.

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