Dr. Chinell Collins, LPC

Dr. Chinell Collins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 15 years of experience providing counseling to a diverse range of clients. Her work has included supporting individuals navigating addictions such as drug and alcohol use, food-related concerns, and relational patterns, as well as concerns related to trauma, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and adjustment difficulties. She also has experience working with couples and families, helping clients strengthen connection, communication, and coping skills during challenging seasons.

Dr. Collins values a collaborative, goal-oriented counseling process and enjoys partnering with clients as they clarify what they want for their lives and take practical steps toward meaningful change. Her style is supportive and motivating, with an emphasis on helping clients build momentum while staying grounded in what matters most to them.

Her primary clinical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and she may also incorporate mindfulness-based strategies and Motivational Interviewing, depending on the client’s needs. She integrates additional techniques as appropriate, including Choice Theory, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Person-Centered approaches, and Positive Psychology tools.

In addition to her professional practice, Dr. Collins brings volunteer experience working with people experiencing homelessness, offering encouragement and steady support to those who feel overwhelmed or stuck while helping them work toward their broader goals. She recognizes that asking for help can feel difficult, and she welcomes the opportunity to support clients as they take that first step forward.