Website
http://www.champion.org/counseling
Dr. D. Merle Skinner
Licensed Professional Counselor
About
Dr. Skinner is the Executive Director and Director of Counseling for the Christian Counseling Services, a part of the Christian Family & Children’s Center with two offices, one in Donegal, PA and one in Champion, PA.
He has been with the Center since 1981 and practices with individuals, families, and children. He is a marriage and family specialist, but works actively in other areas with individuals. His background is in Developmental Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, his Masters is in Organizational Leadership from Geneva College, and his Doctorate is in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University.
He and his wife founded the Christian Family & Children’s Center in 1981 and he has been active with family issues, Christian Education, Public Policy and community engagement throughout his life. You can find out more about the Center at www.champion.org.
Provider details
Clinician's Sex/Gender
Male
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Cities
- Donegal
- Greensburg
- Mount Pleasant
- Connellsville
- Somerset
Counties
- Fayette
- Westmoreland
- Somerset
ZIPs
- 15628
- 15601
- 15501
- 15401
Teleheath
Yes
Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth
- PA
Individual Sessions
- 50-60 min
Other Sessions
- Couples Sessions
- Family Sessions
- Telehealth
- Group Therapy
Psychological Testing
No
Ages
- Preteen (11-12)
- Adolescent (13-17)
- Adult (18-70)
- Senior (70+)
Special Populations
- Ministry Leaders
- Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children
Talk Therapies
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Strengths
- ADHD
- Work Issues
- Stress
- Spiritual struggles
- Self esteem
Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement
Yes
Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position
Yes
Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Yes
Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
Yes
What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?
- Patient led approach
How direct is your approach with patients?
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient
Cost Per Session
Individual Sessions
50-60 min $75
90 min $100
Payment Methods Accepted
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- UPMC
- Highmark
- Beacon
Do you accept payment plans
Yes
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
No
Educational History
- School:University of Pittsburgh
- Degree:Undergrad
- School:Geneva College
- Degree:Masters Degree
- School:Argosy University
- Degree:Doctorate Degree
Years In Practice
43
License Numbers
- Name:State License
- Number:PC010268
- State:
- PA
Professional Associations
- AACC
- Other
Professional Associations Other
Association of Christian Schools International
Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?
Yes
Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?
Yes
Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?
Yes
Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?
Yes
Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?
Yes
