Who We Are

Kimberly Bruns has been practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 30 years. She began her career providing mental health services and counseling to children and adolescents and then transitioned into the field of Medical Social Work. Here, she gained expertise in the areas of complex and chronic illness, organ transplantation, burn recovery, hospice, issues related to end of life, and bereavement. She has also spent the past 15 years working with oncology patients and has been certified in clinical Oncology Social Work. In addition, she was pivotal in the development of tele-psychiatry services for the Lehigh Valley homeless populations through Lehigh Valley Partners/Street Medicine. Kimberly has also provided student counseling services at Cedar Crest College.

Kimberly understands that trauma and life stressors can be experienced throughout an individual’s lifetime and intense emotional reactions and responses to these experiences are common yet extremely difficult to navigate. She strongly believes that working together to change the perceptions of oneself can result in strengthening relationships with others. She believes that facilitating healing and finding meaning can create the change one may be seeking.

Kimberly believes in effective communication and is an active and trustworthy listener. She believes in asking her clients what is important to them and values their feedback and ideas. She takes a compassionate, non-judgmental approach in her interactions with clients. She very much values the therapeutic relationship and believes in this relationship as the basic means of working together towards a goal. It empowers people in reaching their individual quality of life goals. Kimberly utilizes an eclectic approach in therapy focusing on CBT, Meaning Centered therapy, Family Systems and Strength-Based client centered therapy.

Kimberly has identical twin daughters who are graduates of Penn State and Boston College and has a good understanding of adjustment issues related to college life as well as the challenges of adjusting and transitioning to early adulthood. She enjoys traveling, exploring new places, crafting and creating, and the tranquility of any ocean.

Master of Social Work, Marywood University | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Pennsylvania State University | Member of the National Association of Social Workers | Member of the Association of Oncology Social Work

ADD/ADHD

Mood Disorders

Oncology/Cancer Support

Chronic Medical Illness

Poor Self-esteem

Challenges with Life Changes & Transitions

Geriatric Issues including Dementia/Cognitive Impairment

Alcohol & Substance Use Disorder

Grief/Bereavement

Anger/Stress Management

HIV/AIDs Related Issues

Anxiety & Panic Disorders

Infertility & Fertility Counseling

LGBTQIA Issues

Bariatric/Weight Loss Issues

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Chronic Illness/Chronic Pain

Phobias

Cultural/Ethnic Issues

Pregnancy & Menopause

Depression

Relationship/Separation/Divorce Issues

Sexual Disorders, Dysfunctions, and Compulsions

Domestic Violence & Abuse

Sleep Disorders

End of Life Issues

Survivor Counseling, including Rape and Violent Crime

Trauma & Post Traumatic Stress

Please call (484) 221-3692 or email kimberlybruns@libertylanecounseling.com to introduce yourself and set up an appointment.

Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience providing mental health treatment services throughout the Lehigh Valley. She began her career in criminal justice and acute care inpatient psychiatric settings, spending the first 16 years working in a variety of clinical and supervisory roles, including, a supervised independent living program, specialized residential treatment settings, and an inpatient psychiatric hospital. In 2008, she transitioned to private practice, where she’s since dedicated herself to offering outpatient mental health services.

Melissa works with individuals of varying ages, spanning from older adolescents to seniors, and is highly skilled in family therapy interventions. She has a specialized certification in working with first responders, allowing her to combine her expertise in criminal justice and mental health to provide tailored care to those in high-stress occupations.

A passionate advocate for social work’s core values and ethical principles, Melissa uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and strengths-based approaches to help her clients achieve lasting change. She works quickly to build a trusting and comfortable therapeutic relationship, fostering an environment where humor and authenticity create a relaxed atmosphere. This approach helps her clients feel at ease from the initial intake and beyond.

Melissa is committed to meeting clients where they are, empowering them to develop self-awareness, build confidence, improve communication skills, and cultivate effective coping strategies. She also focuses on strengthening support systems to help clients achieve their personal goals, while encouraging them to always believe in themselves, to follow their dreams, and to never give up.

Outside of her practice, Melissa is a proud mother of three adult children and has been married for over 25 years. She and her husband have enjoyed the challenges and joys of raising a family, often finding themselves deeply involved in their children’s sports and activities. They are also self professed animal lovers and share their home with a number of rescue pets, making for an active and lively household.

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Helen Keller

Master of Social Work, Marywood University | Bachelor of Science in Administration of Justice, Pennsylvania State University | Certified Telemental Health Provider | Certified First Responder Counselor | Member of the National Association of Social Workers

Depression & Mood Disorders 

Anxiety 

Family Issues 

School/College Issues 

Relationship Issues 

ADHD 

LGBTQIA Issues 

Work Issues 

Stress Management 

Life Transitions 

Boundaries

Please call (610) 393-9741 or email melissaschaffer@libertylanecounseling.com to introduce yourself and set up an appointment.

Susan Lovegrove Geise is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 40 years of experience in a variety of settings. She has post graduate training in family systems therapy and mediation. Susan works with clients ages 16 and older, couples, and families. In addition to her experience in private practice, Susan was affiliated with Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital for over 25 years serving patients with a multitude of complex adult and pediatric diagnoses and supporting their families. She provided employee assistance counseling and work-related conflict resolution with AT&T Bell Labs for over 10 years.

Susan and her spouse have raised three adult children. She was involved intimately with her parents through the end of their journeys. Susan believes that most of us are doing the best we can and, at the same time, that everyone can develop greater awareness and personal skills in nurturing a more satisfying and peaceful life. She believes that clients have made a very important decision when they walk in the door, and she is ready to work as hard as they are to make a change. She regards clients as experts in their journey, respecting their perceptions, preferences, and vision.

As difficult as the hard times in life are, Susan believes they are most often what create the catalyst for growth, if we allow our hearts to open.

"Happiness is a byproduct—the result of loving, caring and helping.” Conrad Raker

Master of Social Work, West Virginia University | Bachelor of Science in Social Work, West Virginia University | Member of the National Association of Social Workers

Anxiety/Depression Management


Family Counseling


Couples Counseling


Parenting Concerns


LGBTQIA Issues


Elder Care Management


Grief Counseling


Work/School related Conflict/Career Direction


Post-partum Navigation


Coping with Stress/Change

Please call (484) 515-4799 or email susangeise@libertylanecounseling.com to introduce yourself and set up an appointment. 

Krista Welter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of diverse settings including residential treatment facilities, foster care, probation, outpatient mental health settings, and private practice.

Krista believes that the best way to choose a counselor is by getting to know them first. In that spirit, she is a working mom and a former collegiate scholar athlete who is very familiar with the challenges, demands, and pressures that individuals place on themselves and that society can place on them. Through both personal and professional experiences, she has been humbled by the strength, connections, and beauty that can come out of grief, loss, and pain. These experiences have helped mold her into the person and clinician she is today.

From Krista’s years working with children, adolescents, and adults, she knows that individuals have the ability to make powerful changes in their lives. Sometimes, people just need someone to help guide, challenge, and empower them to see their full potential and worth. While difficult at times, the process of therapy can allow more growth than ever before. She believes nothing is more rewarding than watching someone begin to believe in their own worth and value.

Krista’s work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs about one’s self and one’s relationships. The process is focused on understanding and altering these patterns in order to be the best version of one’s self. Her approach is based in person centered and cognitive behavioral therapy and is designed to provide emotional support, improve personal insight and growth, and develop tools for daily living. She believes that one of the most important components in therapy is building a strong therapeutic relationship by fostering an environment of trust, support, boundaries, and care.

"I see you. I believe in you."

Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice | Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling, Walden University | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Widener University

Anger/Stress Management

Anxiety & Depression Management

Domestic Violence & Abuse

Grief/Bereavement

Relationship Issues

Survivor Counseling

Trauma & Post Traumatic Stress

Please call (610) 268-7054 or email kristawelter@libertylanecounseling.com to introduce yourself and set up an appointment.