Summit Psychological Services

Bios

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  Mahendra Patil, M.D.

  Child and General Psychiatrist

  Mahendra Patil, MD has practiced as a psychiatrist for the past 23 years in several locations throughout Pennsylvania. Mahendra graduated from Indira Ghandi Med Coll, Nagpur Univ, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. Dr. Patil is currently not accepting new patients.

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  Gregory A. Lobb, Ph.D.

  Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Lobb is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor (L.P.C.), National Certified Counselor (N.C.C.), Approved Clinical Supervisor (A.C.S), Substance Abuse Professional (S.A.P.) and Pennsylvania Certified School Counselor. Dr. Lobb received his Doctoral degree from West Virginia University in the APA accredited Ph. D. Program in Counseling Psychology. He received his Master's degree in Counselor Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and his Bachelor's degree from Clarion University of Pennsylvania in Elementary Education. Dr. Lobb completed an APA accredited internship in psychology at Allegheny General Hospital (AGH) in the Department of Psychiatry, where he graduated with Honors. He was also awarded the Ester Mandelker Excellence in Psychotherapy Award while at AGH. Dr. Lobb is currently not accepting new patients.

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  Nancy Kennedy, Psy.D.

  Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Kennedy specializes in brief dynamic Psychotherapy in Adults, Couples and Groups. Dr. Kennedy obtained her Bachelor's degree in psychology from Grove City College, a Master's degree in Professional Psychology from Edinboro University, and Psy.D. from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

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  Britney Scolieri, DNP, PMHNP-BC

  Doctor of Nurse Practice, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  Britney Scolieri, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a doctorally prepared certified registered nurse practitioner specialized in psychiatric mental health across the life span. She attended the University of Pittsburgh for both her Bachelor's degree and Doctoral degree. She has had clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings.

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  Amanda Lind, DNP, PMHNP-BC

  Doctor of Nurse Practice, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  Dr. Amanda Lind (she/hers) is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, who holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Robert Morris University. She attended the Community College of Allegheny County to obtain an Associates of Nursing, Ohio University to obtain a Bachelors of Nursing and the University of Idaho to obtain a Bachelors in Family and Consumer Sciences: Child Development. Dr. Lind is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and also the American Psychiatric Nurses Association. Dr. Lind has received comprehensive training in the use of evidence-based treatments using psychiatric medication from pediatrics to geriatrics in all varieties of psychiatric illness. She values working in collaboration with her patients to provide patient-centered care. She is an LGBTQIA-affirming provider and has experience working with trans and gender-diverse patients.

• Lynn Mainolfi, DNP, PMHNP-BC

  Doctor of Nurse Practice, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  Lynn Ann Mainolfi is a Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who graduated in 2013 with high honors from the esteemed Robert Morris University obtaining her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. She earlier completed her Undergraduate and master’s degree at the revered University of Pittsburgh’s School of Nursing. She has been honored to present her research and clinical findings at national medical conferences. She offers valuable clinical, research, and teaching skills to our dedicated team. She began working as a Registered Nurse in 2002 on an inpatient General Adult Mood Disorder Unit providing care for a diverse population of acutely ill psychiatric patients with a variety of diagnoses including but not limited to: schizophrenia; bipolar, major depressive, and obsessive-compulsive disorders; psychosis related to general medical conditions; dual diagnosis disorders; personality disorders; and substance dependence/withdrawal, and detoxication of patients. In 2004, she transferred to the inpatient Eating Disorder Unit to expand her knowledge and the diversity of her clinical skills. She began working with those suffering from acute Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa. She was honored as the Professional Practice Council (PPC) Representative for the unit; a group of professionals brought together for their knowledge and problem-solving skills to promote and provide best practice nursing. She also worked within Presbyterian and Montefiore University Hospitals providing consultation and liaison to those suffering from co-morbid medical and psychiatric conditions requiring psychiatric consultation and care. During this time, she was responsible for initial evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations for psychiatric patients in the medical setting with acute and chronic medical co-morbidities. She became the Clinical Coordinator for all new residents and medical students who came into the department. Upon completion of her master’s degree in 2005, she transferred to an outpatient setting providing care to clients with psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychoeducation. She also provided psychiatric consultation services for the Butler County Prison providing those incarcerated with psychiatric evaluations and medication management. In 2016, she joined InVision Human Services, as their sole nurse practitioner, later promoted to Program Manager. There she provided psychiatric management to a diverse range of high acuity mental health patients with co-morbid neurodevelopmental and/or neurocognitive disabilities. In 2021, Dr. Mainolfi joined Summit Psychological Services as part of our astonishing team of dedicated psychiatric and mental health providers. She has extensive experience and clinical training in caring for persons with a range of severe acute and chronic mental illness; offering specialized services to meet our patients’ unique and individual needs with the highest level of care and commitment.

• Nathan King, MS, CRNP

  Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  Bio coming soon!

• Nicole Fusca, Psy.D. - Clinical Director

  Licensed Psychologist

  Nicole is a licensed psychologist at Summit Psychological Services. Nicole is Pittsburgh born and raised, graduating from Washington and Jefferson College with her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She spent the initial stages of her career working for local community mental health agencies. During this time, her focus was on delivering trauma-informed care in different environments such as in-home, residential, and wraparound settings. Nicole received her master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Carlow University as well as her doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from the APA accredited program at Carlow. Nicole’s practical experiences included working with a local forensic psychologist specializing in sexual offending as well as working with Allegheny Health Network in their psychiatric partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. Nicole completed her APA accredited pre-doctoral internship with Pine Grove Behavioral Health Services in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Her experiences at Pine Grove included a therapy-based rotation with the Professional Enhancement Program and Employee Assistance Program and an assessment-based rotation completing a variety of comprehensive psychological evaluations in the Evaluation Center and for the incoming residents to the Gratitude program. Nicole returned to Pittsburgh in August 2018 to complete her post-doctoral residency with Summit Psychological Services and in December 2019 was promoted to Clinical Director.

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  Alice Griffin, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Alie is a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field working with a diverse population of adults, adolescents, children, couples and families. Her approach is warm, direct, forward-thinking and personalized with an emphasis on combining cognitive behavioral and person-centered therapies. She works to tailor each patient experience to be both comfortable and productive. She received her bachelor’s degree from Allegheny College in Meadville, PA and went on to obtain her master’s degree from Gannon University in Erie, PA. She has experience working with individuals presenting with a wide range of challenges including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, substance use challenges, difficulties with communication, eating disorders and other various life transitions.

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  Melyssa Mercurio, Psy. D., NCSP, MT-BC

  Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Mercurio obtained her Doctoral degree in School Psychology and Master’s in Child Psychology at Duquesne University. She attended the State University of New York at Fredonia to obtain her Bachelor’s degrees in Music Therapy and Psychology. She is completing her post-doctoral residency with Summit in order to obtain licensure as a psychologist. Dr. Mercurio is a board-certified music therapist, and is presently working towards obtaining her credentials as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Dr. Mercurio has extensive experience in psychoeducational testing, assessment, consultation, and intervention with school-aged children with various abilities and needs. She is especially passionate for working with children of all ages, as well as with their caregivers. She regularly collaborates with schools and other treatment providers to ensure comprehensive care. Dr. Mercurio implements an integrative and personalized approach to treatment in order meet the needs of each individual with whom she works. She strives to build positive relationships at the foundation of treatment and incorporates the use of evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), behavior management, music therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.

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  Holly Ellis Eisenbrandt, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Holly is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She completed her Master's of Science in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University. She has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Marymount of Fordham University. She is a certified Crisis Counselor. Holly uses a positive psychology approach with strength based techniques, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Brief Psychodynamic therapy. She works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Holly is currently accepting new clients.

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  Megan Sukhia, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has been working in the field of psychology since 2009 after graduating with her Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University, where she also obtained her Bachelor’s in Psychology. Megan feels comfortable working with clients struggling with a variety of mental health and substance use concerns through experience gained both in Pittsburgh, PA and Albuquerque, NM.

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  Courtney Alvarez, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Courtney Alvarez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She is certified as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) by the National Board for Certified Counselors. She completed her Masters of Science in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling and Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi. Courtney is also a Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor (RPT-S) and currently serves on the board of the Pennsylvania Association for Play Therapy. Information about play therapy is available through the Association for Play Therapy: https://www.a4pt.org/page/WhyPlayTherapy. In addition to her work at Summit, Courtney teaches in the Masters in Professional Counseling Program at Carlow University. Courtney provides counseling from a holistic, wellness-oriented framework using Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Adlerian Counseling. She believes that incorporating self-compassion, humor, creative expression, and play in counseling helps individuals gain improved perspective and free themselves from the thoughts and behavioral patterns that keep them stuck. Her work with clients builds on client strengths to improve functioning and build a balanced life through the major life tasks of work, love, friendship, spirituality/meaning making, and self.

• David Silvasy, Psy.D.

  Licensed Psychologist

  Bio coming soon!

• Anne Rinehart

  Post-Doctoral Psychology Resident

  Bio coming soon!

• Randi Ippolito, LCSW

  Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  Bio coming soon!

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  Sarah Devine, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Sarah is a Board Certified (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her bachelor’s degree from La Roche University, double majoring in Psychology and Sociology and completed her master’s degree from Geneva College, specializing in Marriage and Family Counseling. Sarah has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. She helps with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, marital and relationship issues, family distress, grief and loss, life transitions, women’s issues, perinatal care, and premarital counseling. She takes a collaborative and holistic approach, helping clients increase their wellness physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Sarah values getting to know clients at their own pace, meeting them where they are with warmth and compassion, as she works with them to meet their goals.

• Emma Embar, LSW

  Licensed Social Worker

  Bio coming soon!

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  Melanie Kautzman-East, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Bio coming soon!

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  Kenneth Mikula, LPC

  Licensed Professional Counselor

  Ken is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) through the state of Pennsylvania and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Individual and Family Studies from Penn State University and a Master of Arts degree in Counselor Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Ken has been doing outpatient therapy since 2001 in areas including depression, bipolar disorder, stress/anxiety, and relationship issues. He has prior experience working in community and in-home programs. Ken Is certified in Thanatology (the study of death, dying and bereavement) through the Association for Death Education and Counseling. He has been doing grief therapy since 2006.

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  Shelly Spataro, MS

  Master's Level Psychologist

  Shelly has over 40 years of experience in the field, having worked for 22 years at Harmarville / Healthsouth Rehabilitation Center and 20 years for Center for Behavioral Medicine / Integrated Practitioners Center. Shelly has experience working with adults and adolescents as well as the LGBTQ+ population and Bariatric clients dealing with depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders. Shelly received her BA from Seton Hill University and her MSed in School Psychology from Duquesne University. She also completed several Psy.D courses through Indiana University of Pennsylvania and obtained her license in 1994. Her warm and compassionate nature focuses on helping the client feel comfortable in working through difficult and sometimes challenging issues.

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  Sheila Ranieri, LCSW

  Licensed Social Worker

  Sheila is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in the mental health field for 40 years. Her work includes doing both outpatient therapy as well as inpatient therapy on the psychiatric unit of a community hospital. She enjoys working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, life transition and assertiveness issues. She likes doing therapy from a strength based approach as well as utilizing cognitive therapy. Sheila has a Bachelor's degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a Master's degree in Social Work specializing in mental health from the University of Pittsburgh.

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  Joseph Roberts, Ph.D.

  Licensed Psychologist

  Dr. Roberts is a licensed psychologist. He received his Doctoral degree from West Virginia University in the APA accredited Ph.D. Program in Counseling Psychology. He received his Master's of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Nebraska. Dr. Roberts specializes in psychological assessment with both children and adults and is currently accepting new referrals.