Welcome!
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.
"Let go of who you think you're supposed to be; embrace who you are." - Brene Brown
You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and being a better you.
Our practice specializes in treating individuals, couples and families, and through years of experience, we are confident that no problem is too great to overcome. Through therapy, there is always a way to address the issues you face and learn coping strategies to help you both right now and in the future.
Thoughtful Wellness Awarded Best of Business 2024 for Mental Health Service in Ephrata!
Our Services
Our Staff
Shanna Scott-Klunk, LCSW, ACS, Owner
I believe very strongly that everyone has a story that deserves to be heard and I love to help people tell their story. I specialize in sexuality and gender, trauma, and have specialized training in EMDR.Learn More
Heather Venezia, LCSW, Clinical Director
Life doesn’t have to feel like this. My job is to plant the seed of hope so you can begin to envision a happier, more authentic, less stressful life for yourself. Once you have that destination in mind, I become the GPS helping to gently guide you on your journey. You are strong, resilient, and […]Learn More
Shannon Strohl, LPC, CAADC, CCTP
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, and it can feel like you don’t know who you are anymore. If you are struggling with depression, grief, anxiety, or trauma- I can help you process these feelings and make change. It can be scary reaching out to help and support, and I want to help you get to […]Learn More
Kat Bregman, LCSW
I believe that every person deserves to be unashamedly themselves. Trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and current events can all take a toll. Sometimes these things can seem like a mountain standing in your way. I want to help you be able to surpass that mountain and become the best version of yourself. You are the […]Learn More
Matthew Harding, LCSW
I feel that every person is unique and has a story to be heard! Which is why therapy should not be a cookie-cutter process.Learn More
Carla R Petroski, LCSW, RPT-S
I am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and Sand Tray Certified. I specialize in working with kids as young as 2 years old up through age 12. Play therapy has been shown to be incredibly effective with young kids who have not yet developed the verbal language they need to communicate their feelings. Every child can play and express themselves through play.Learn More
Colleen Penglase, LSW
**Accepting New Clients!** When science studies the change of caterpillars to butterflies, they note two distinct internal changes that are happening within the caterpillar. The caterpillar has to process and change while building up to be a butterfly. It changes while building the cells of the butterfly. The power of the caterpillar’s change comes from […]Learn More
Greg Topper, LAPC
**Accepting New Clients!** The willingness to engage in therapy is a great start. If that willingness can grow and you can apply the effort successful outcomes require, then you are likely closer to the life you want (and deserve) than it may seem to you right now. Yes, successful therapeutic outcomes will likely require you […]Learn More
Lyndsey Nedrow, Practice Manager
As the Practice Manager at Thoughtful Wellness, I’m the go-to person at the front office, handling everything from calls and emails to welcoming clients, managing records, and scheduling. If you ever have questions or concerns about your experience—whether you’re a returning, new, or interested client—don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact me at the […]Learn More
Doakes
Meet the office security director! This is Doakes, a mutt of many breeds. He is Shanna’s dog and somehow both mellow and rambunctious at the same time. He likes to give kisses and especially likes the ears. He will bark if he’s startled or doesn’t recognize you, but as soon as you let him sniff […]Learn More