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Sylvia Knochel-Bella

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Available both in-person and online
220 South Main Street Suite 101 A Butler, PA 16001
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Whether you're a parent worried about your teen or a young adult trying to navigate life's challenges, you don't have to face them alone. Anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, school stress, and major life transitions can leave you feeling stuck or like you've lost confidence in yourself. If you're carrying something heavier, such as grief, trauma, or another difficult life experience, simply getting through the day can feel exhausting. I'm Sylvia Bella. I help teens and young adults build confidence, develop healthy coping skills, heal from difficult experiences, and feel more like themselves again and move forward with confidence.
Therapy with me is warm, practical, and focused on real-life change. Together we'll understand what's fueling anxiety, build healthy coping skills, strengthen confidence, and practice tools that work in everyday life. Whether you're a teen, young adult, or parent seeking support, my goal is to help you feel calmer, and hopeful about the future.
Seeking support takes courage, and you don't have to face life's challenges alone. I believe every teen and young adult deserves to feel heard, understood, and valued. My goal is that you'll leave therapy with greater confidence, resilience, and the skills to navigate life's challenges long after our work together is complete.
Call or Sylvia Knochel-Bella now for a free 15 minute consultation - (724) 453-4678

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Inside the Holly Pointe building

220 South Main Street

Suite 101 A

Butler, PA 16001 map

 (724) 453-4678

Bloom Grow & Flourish Counseling (Telehealth only)

Cleveland, OH 44114

My website
Offering in-person therapy in Butler, PA, and secure online therapy throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida.
I specialize in Adolescent and Young Adults ( 12- 29 years), Anxiety and Self Esteem 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
You can change what's not working. At BGF Counseling, we go at your pace. Together we will notice patterns, find clarity, and move forward.
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Let's Connect (724) 453-4678
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Inside the Holly Pointe building

220 South Main Street

Suite 101 A

Butler, PA 16001 map

 (724) 453-4678

Bloom Grow & Flourish Counseling (Telehealth only)

Cleveland, OH 44114

My website
Offering in-person therapy in Butler, PA, and secure online therapy throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida.
I specialize in Adolescent and Young Adults ( 12- 29 years), Anxiety and Self Esteem 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
You can change what's not working. At BGF Counseling, we go at your pace. Together we will notice patterns, find clarity, and move forward.
Sylvia Knochel-Bella

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna EAP
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Geisinger
  • Highmark
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
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I accept several major insurance plans and private pay. Depending on your insurance, services may be billed through Bloom, Grow & Flourish Counseling Services or through one of my trusted billing partners, Headway or Tava. I'm happy to help verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678
"
I accept several major insurance plans and private pay. Depending on your insurance, services may be billed through Bloom, Grow & Flourish Counseling Services or through one of my trusted billing partners, Headway or Tava. I'm happy to help verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC016278 Sylvia Jean Bella

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Slippery Rock University, MA, Graduated 2019

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Scaling Up: EMDR EMDR Training level one / 2024
  • Certificate from Art Therapy Practitioner 2025
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Specializing in adolescents and young adults, I provide evidence-based, trauma-informed care for anxiety, grief, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. I combine advanced training with a warm, collaborative approach to help clients build resilience, confidence, and lasting emotional well-being.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678
"
Specializing in adolescents and young adults, I provide evidence-based, trauma-informed care for anxiety, grief, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. I combine advanced training with a warm, collaborative approach to help clients build resilience, confidence, and lasting emotional well-being.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Adolescent and Young Adults ( 12- 29 years)
  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults navigate anxiety, school stress, friendship challenges, life transitions, grief, trauma, and self-doubt. Together, we'll build healthy coping skills, strengthen confidence, and develop practical tools to help you heal, feel calmer, become more resilient, and move forward with confidence.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678
"
I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults navigate anxiety, school stress, friendship challenges, life transitions, grief, trauma, and self-doubt. Together, we'll build healthy coping skills, strengthen confidence, and develop practical tools to help you heal, feel calmer, become more resilient, and move forward with confidence.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678

Endorsement

William Cody Currie
William Cody Currie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Sylvia's mix of life experience and excellent clinical skills means you're getting the best of the best. Her caring, empathetic approach really shines and provides a safe environment to allow for meaningful growth.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll better understand what's holding you back, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you manage anxiety, build confidence, heal from difficult experiences, and navigate life's challenges with resilience. My goal is to help you feel empowered to move forward with confidence.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678
"
My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll better understand what's holding you back, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you manage anxiety, build confidence, heal from difficult experiences, and navigate life's challenges with resilience. My goal is to help you feel empowered to move forward with confidence.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (724) 453-4678

Location

Primary Location

Inside the Holly Pointe building

220 South Main Street

Suite 101 A

Butler, PA 16001

(724) 453-4678

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Bloom Grow & Flourish Counseling (Telehealth only)

Cleveland, OH 44114

(724) 453-4678

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Offering in-person therapy in Butler, PA, and secure online therapy throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (724) 453-4678
"
Offering in-person therapy in Butler, PA, and secure online therapy throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida.
Photo of Sylvia Knochel-Bella, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Sylvia Knochel-Bella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (724) 453-4678