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Joel Kightlinger

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Available both in-person and online
13180 Leslie Road Meadville, PA 16335
I love to work with motivated clients, no matter how difficult it may be because I realize change is tough. I offer a unique approach for those trying to change patterns of thinking, break cycles of dysfunction and release pent up feelings. While not an approach i push I do offer faith-based counseling for those requesting it. I work well with those dealing with anxiety, relational issues, and trauma. Many clients seek me out for help with meditation, self discovery, spiritual counseling, health and weight goals, reducing depression and just having a place where they can "figure themselves out."
I am the clinical director of MercyHouse of Meadville. In addition to being a licensed therapist, I am an herbalist, a healing touch and medical qigong practicioner. I have extensive training in trauma and integrative medicine as it relates to mental health. Its my hope to bring all these tools to the table to fit your needs.
My lifes passion is healing and I'd love the chance to share what God and my 20 plus years of experience has taught me and help you find personal, whole, healing. I've come to realize that all of healing can be summed up in "releasing and restoring." So lets get started releasing and restoring.
Take the first step to help. Call or Joel Kightlinger now - (814) 259-6929

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

13180 Leslie Road

Meadville, PA 16335 map

(814) 259-6929
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome to my office from me and Pneuma!
Joel Kightlinger
Let's Connect (814) 259-6929
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

13180 Leslie Road

Meadville, PA 16335 map

(814) 259-6929
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome to my office from me and Pneuma!
Joel Kightlinger

Finances

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Geisinger
  • Highmark
  • Magellan
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Our Practice Manager will check your insurance plan. We bill your insurance and co-pays due at service, we require credit card on file.
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929
"
Our Practice Manager will check your insurance plan. We bill your insurance and co-pays due at service, we require credit card on file.
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW017029 Joel Kightlinger
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Attended University of tennesee, Masters Social Work, Graduated 2002
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I am the clinical director of mercyhouse of meadville and have over 20 years of counseling experience
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929
"
I am the clinical director of mercyhouse of meadville and have over 20 years of counseling experience
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Chinese Medical Qiqong Practitioner
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Healing Touch, Master Clinical Herbalist
  • Hoarding
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Weight Loss
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I love helping people with a variety of issues ranging from anxiety to depression to trauma and grief to weight management and health coaching and those just wanting to maximize their potential and well being.
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929
"
I love helping people with a variety of issues ranging from anxiety to depression to trauma and grief to weight management and health coaching and those just wanting to maximize their potential and well being.
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929

2 Endorsements

Rosalie Watt
Rosalie Watt
Licensed Professional CounselorLPC
I am honored to endorse Joel Kightlinger, as an exceptional counselor and dedicated professional. Throughout our time working together, I have witnessed his unwavering commitment to supporting clients with compassion, insight, and professionalism.
Counseling Meadville - Mercy House
Counseling Meadville - Mercy House
Licensed Professional CounselorMACADCLPC
Joel approaches counseling as a healing craft. He loves all things healing from herbs, to energy work, to meditation series. He genuinely cares for the well being of his clients and encourages them to reach their full potential.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Energy Psychology
  • Family Systems
  • Herbs for Mental Health
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an integrated approach which combines cognitive therapy with breathing techniques, guided relaxation and meditation along with insight oriented work. To assist in gaps i saw with various therapy styles I have developed a style of my own called Release and Restore which in a nutshell consists of releasing the old and restoring with the new.
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929
"
I use an integrated approach which combines cognitive therapy with breathing techniques, guided relaxation and meditation along with insight oriented work. To assist in gaps i saw with various therapy styles I have developed a style of my own called Release and Restore which in a nutshell consists of releasing the old and restoring with the new.
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (814) 259-6929

Location

Primary Location

13180 Leslie Road

Meadville, PA 16335

(814) 259-6929
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (814) 259-6929
Photo of Joel Kightlinger, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Joel Kightlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (814) 259-6929