Amber Yevak
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC)
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Dynamic clinician skilled in integrating structured, evidence-based frameworks—such as CBT, DBT, IFS, and Motivational Interviewing—with experiential, creative, and process-oriented approaches. Grounded in research-informed psychoeducation and creative expression, this practice fosters a safe environment for clients to explore the intricate interplay of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With a gentle focus on somatic shifts and developmental contexts, clients consistently feel understood and supported. Experienced in both individual and group settings, compassionate care is delivered while navigating high-acuity challenges like complex trauma and suicidality, ensuring a secure space for meaningful healing and transformative change.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Lenape Valley Foundation - PHP
05.2025 - Current
- Provide psychoeducation to adult clients in PHP on various topics in a group setting, while incorporating coping strategies in an effort to empower clients with tools to manage their symptoms effectively
- Collaborate with fellow therapists to meet the needs of clients on a day to day basis using daily assessment tools, accessing for safety, and conducting individual therapy sessions.
- Assist in crisis situations that require immediate attention, maintain safety with clients, and assessing a need for a HLOC
- Promote awareness around self-care routines with clients by providing skillsets such as cooking, gardening, and job readiness (to name a few)
- Conduct therapy in the following modalities (but not limited to); CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, and Creative Expression Therapy
- Complete safety plans, create, track and conduct treatment plan reviews
- Write and complete client's daily notes in EHR system, Credible
- Started in May 2025 as an Intern - Hired as full time staff in February 2026
SAP Counselor
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc.
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitate psychoeducational small groups and grade-level presentations on topics related to mental health and SEL
- Conducted 1:1 problem-solving sessions with individual students during school hours in (5) elementary schools per week
- Administered biopsychosocial assessments to bridge the gap between families, school, and mental health services
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Lab Assistant I (Temporary Employee)
Charles River Laboratories
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Trained in laboratory safety and research methods utilized in the Necropsy department for animal-based research
- Prepare laboratory equipment with appropriate study data as directed in the protocol; materials such as fetal tags, hematology test tubes, teste & ovary bags, organ, and body-part cassettes, along with different volume and gauge syringes
Behavioral Health Technician
Explorations Mental Health Services
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed behavioral interventions with clients in the community and collected data by hand
- Maintained both in-house and state-regulated continuing educational requirements
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
Behavioral Health Technician (Independent Contractor)
Horizons Behavioral Health
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Implement behavioral interventions with children/adolescents within their community and/or home setting
- Collect data from each session and submit electronically through ETOsoftware.com, as well as via paper bi-weekly
- Participate in monthly supervision and continuing education courses related to both behavioral and mental health
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven Campus
Lock Haven, PA01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Penn State University, Abington Campus & World Campus
Abington, PA05-2019
Associate of Arts - Pre-Professional Psychology
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PA 05.2001 -
Skills
Tailored intervention design
Client-centered collaborative engagement
Clinical documentation and progress notes
Treatment planning and goal setting
Crisis intervention and safety planning
Case conceptualization
Cultural humility and responsiveness
Ethical decision-making and boundary setting
Strengths-based assessment
Interdisciplinary collaboration and care coordination
Certification
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate: TeleMental Health
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association (ACA) Member
- Pennsylvania Counseling Association (PCA) Member
- American Psychological Association (APA) Member
- American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA) Member
Continuing Education
- Attended American Counseling Association (ACA) Annual Conference, April 2024, New Orleans, LA: Earned 10 CE Credits
- Attended American Counseling Association (ACA) Annual Conference, March 2025, Fort Lauderdale, FL: Earned 12 CE Credits
- Attended Suicide Prevention Conference, October 2025, Newtown, PA: Earned 9 Credits
- Attended Pennsylvania Counseling Association (PCA) Annual Conference, November 2025, Bethlehem, PA: Earned 15 CE Credits
- Attended American Psychological Association (APA) Annual Conference, August 2026, Washington, DC; Earned 4 CE Credits
- Actively working to become CAMS Trained through CAMS-care; completed Foundational Video Courses, Managing Suicidal Risk Book, Live Role-Play - working on live consultation calls
Research Experience
- "Beyond Talk Therapy: Integrating Psychobiological Science to Redefine the Counselor's Approach to Mental Illness," Poster Presentation at the Pennsylvania Counseling Association (PCA) Annual Conference, November 2025, Bethlehem, PA (Author and Presenter)
Certifications/Licensure
- Passed National Counselor Examination (NCE), National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), November 2025
- CPR Trained - American Red Cross – ID #029BA30, Completed June 2026
- LAPC issued August 2026 (License #APC002738)
- CAMS-care Trained | Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality, Completed October 2026
Additional Trainings
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) 40 HR Training - Completed December 2019
- PA Keystone Training - DDAP: SUD Confidentiality, Addictions 101, Ethics, Ethics in Prevention, Prevention 101, Making the Connection - Completed March 2023
- PA Keystone Training: ASAM (Modules 1-3) - Completed - Completed May 2023
- K-12 Student Assistance Program Core Team Training - Completed May 2023
Other Work Experience
- Manager / Prism Brewing Company / Lansdale, PA (August 2016 - July 2017)
- Bartender / Stove & Tap, Lansdale, PA (October 2018 – March 2020)
- Captain Assistant & Bartender / Kathy Newman Events, Bordentown, NJ (February 2013 – November 2016)
- Server / Bartender Trainee / Applebee's, Bensalem, PA (July 2010 – September 2014)
- Lead Administrative Assistant / Interstate Temperature Systems, Washington, NJ (August 2009 - August 2010)
- Executive Administrative Assistant / Blue Bell Country Club, Blue Bell, PA (August 2007 - July 2009)
- Sales Development Representative / Timberlane Woodcrafters, Montgomeryville, PA (March 2006 - February 2007)
Timeline
Therapist
Lenape Valley Foundation - PHP
05.2025 - Current
SAP Counselor
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc.
12.2022 - 08.2023
Lab Assistant I (Temporary Employee)
Charles River Laboratories
07.2021 - 10.2021
Behavioral Health Technician
Explorations Mental Health Services
10.2020 - 08.2021
Behavioral Health Technician (Independent Contractor)
Horizons Behavioral Health
06.2019 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts - Pre-Professional Psychology
Bucks County Community College
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven Campus
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Penn State University, Abington Campus & World Campus