Morning Star Counseling, LLC

08/26/2025

08/19/2025

⭐️ Welcome Kris! ⭐️

Kris Ombasa, LAPC, recently joined us at Morning Star Counseling and we are thrilled he’s here. Kris works with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief and life transitions. He says “whether you’re a teenager navigating overwhelming emotions, a young adult exploring your identity, or a couple trying to reconnect, I bring a compassionate and direct approach to help you move toward healing.”

Kris has a Master’s degree in Counseling, with internship training that focused on working with children and adolescents. He is “passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults as they navigate the formation of their identity, emotional regulation, and shifting relationships.” Kris says that for adults, therapy can be a space to untangle long-standing patterns, reconnect with your values, and find greater ease in daily life.

He has an integrative and responsive style and uses various modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Therapy. He can work with diverse clients using all of these different modalities no matter what you’re working on with him.
Kris is also trained in spiritual approaches and can incorporate meaning-making, mindfulness, and inner wisdom into the work if that aligns with your values.

He says “above all, I believe that therapy should be a safe, collaborative, and empowering experience. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to walk with you as you take steps toward healing and wholeness.”.

Kris accepts Aetna, Capital Blue Cross, Highmark, and Luminare insurances, and also welcomes self-pay clients.

Kris is scheduling in our Quarryville and Lancaster offices, as well as videotherapy.

If you’re interested in therapy with Kris or any of our other trusted therapists, head to our website: morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our therapists.

07/21/2025

Have you heard of Neurofeedback?!

We are now offering it at Morning Star! Meg Boudreau explains why clients do it and how it works. A major reason people use it is for emotional regulation. It is non-invasive and you’re training your brain to use more of your prefrontal cortex & use a focused pause to breathe instead of reacting right away. It can help you become more adaptable and quiet your nervous system.

Let us know what specific questions you have and follow along as Meg shares more information about it!

If you’re interested in scheduling neurofeedback sessions with Meg, or individual or couples therapy with any of our other trusted therapists, head to our website: morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our therapists.

07/21/2025

⭐️ Welcome Allie! ⭐️

Allie King, MSW, joined the Morning Star team this spring and we are so happy she’s here! Allie earned her Master’s in Social Work from Millersville University. She is passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ identity exploration and transitions.

Allie says her approach is “strengths-based and holistic, focusing on the whole person and the systems that shape their experiences. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Parts Work, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of my clients. Through a systemic lens, I help individuals explore the connections between their past and present, guiding them toward meaningful, lasting change.”

She creates a safe and supportive space for her clients to feel empowered and heard. Allie is committed to providing client-centered care. She says “I collaborate with my clients to build effective coping strategies, enhance communication, and create sustainable change. Whether supporting individuals through personal struggles, helping couples strengthen their relationships, or guiding families through transitions.”

Allie is in network with Aetna, Capital Blue Cross, Highmark, Luminare. She also accepts self-pay clients.

Allie is scheduling in our Quarryville and Lancaster offices, as well as videotherapy.

If you’re interested in therapy with Allie or any of our other trusted therapists, head to our website: morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our therapists.

07/01/2025

Kayla Prange, APC, describes what your first session at therapy might look like. If you’re feeling unsure about taking the first step, she goes over everything in detail in this reel so that you can feel at ease knowing what it will be like. Our therapists go over your information, any questions you might have & ask you various questions to get a better understanding of what your goals for the session might be. Call our office, 717-806-5050 or visit our website for more information & to schedule your first appointment!

07/01/2025

⭐️ Welcome Wes! ⭐️

Wes Wilson, LMFT, joined our MSC team this year and we are so happy he’s here! He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, fully trained in EMDR therapy and is in the process of becoming AASECT certified. He enjoys working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as teens, individuals, couples, and families. Wes says he “specializes in working with those experiencing a multitude of anxiety, trauma and grief, depression and addiction, as well as couples navigating relational issues such as emotional connection, sexual health & identity, and marriage/family planning”. He has the most experience working with couples and families from all walks of life. He prioritizes keeping the space emotionally safe and making sure each participant feels heard by their partner/family member/loved one. He says he has “helped many relational units grow in their emotional and communication approaches; therefore identifying what was best for them and ushering in a sense of peace and understanding”.

He uses various models in his therapy including: cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, emotionally focused therapy, EMDR and Imago therapy interventions. Wes uses the Gottman method as well as emotionally focused therapy to get his clients thinking, feeling and communicating in an effective way.

Wes says “my clinical approach is one that is strengths-based, and prioritizes a balance of nurture and accountability, as I believe both are necessary travel companions when beginning this adventure.”

Wes is scheduling in our Lancaster office and offers videotherapy as well.

If you’re interested in therapy with Wes or any of our other trusted therapists, head to our website: morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our therapists.

05/20/2025

Did you know Morning Star Counseling offers EMDR therapy? Sean Cox, LPC, describes what EMDR is, a little bit of its history and what our therapists do in EMDR therapy. Let us know if you have any questions about EMDR therapy!We currently have 6 therapists at Morning Star Counseling who are trained in EMDR and can help you today! If you’re interested in EMDR therapy with us, head to our website morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our trusted therapists.

04/17/2025

We’re back for Meg Boudreau’s journaling series, part 2! Meg Boudreau, APC, encourages journaling to help you figure out your thoughts and emotions. Comment below if you have any questions about journaling for Meg that you want to see her touch base on in the future. If you’re interested in therapy with us, head to our website morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our trusted therapists.

04/15/2025

⭐️ Welcome Kayla! ⭐️ Kayla Prange, APC, joined our MSC team last fall and we are so happy that she’s with us! Kayla has a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in marriage, couple and family counseling and she enjoys working with people of all ages, from 6 and up! She has spent most of her career working with individuals and families experiencing poverty, major medical challenges and individuals who have physical or intellectual disabilities. She also has a strong background with dementia and Alzheimer’s patients.

Kayla says “My goal is to help you navigate life’s difficult challenges. I am happy to listen to your story and empathize during difficult moments. I aim to provide a safe and comforting space for you to share what is going on in your life. Together we can come up with a plan to help you meet your goals and heal in a way that is needed.”

Kayla is scheduling in our Quarryville office and offers videotherapy as well. If you’re interested in therapy with Kayla or any of our other trusted therapists, head to our website: morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our therapists.

04/07/2025

Meg Boudreau, APC, encourages journaling to help you figure out your thoughts and emotions. Comment below if you have any questions about journaling for Meg that you want to see her touch base on in the future.

If you’re interested in therapy with us, head to our website morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our trusted therapists.

01/28/2025

This week we have a podcast recommendation for you from Hannah Myer, APC MA NCC.
The podcast is called “Good Inside with Dr. Becky”.

At the heart of all of her work, clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy focuses on always seeing the good inside our kids AND ourselves as we navigate the challenges of parenthood and seek support to be the parents we want to be. In this podcast, Dr. Becky tackles tough parenting questions and delivers practical guidance. Listeners will gain the tools to be a sturdy pilot for their kids while developing a stronger parent-child connection and helping their children develop the skills necessary for life success. Dr. Becky’s work has been monumental for my own parenting journey, and I could not recommend her work enough.

And Dr. Becky has also written a book called “Good Inside” that came out in September 2022.

Have you listened to the podcast or read her book? Happy listening!!

11/19/2024

Congrats to Edward Zajac on becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor! It is quite the accomplishment and we are so happy for him!

Edward is currently accepting new clients in our Quarryville and Lancaster office.

If you’re interested in therapy with Ed or any of our other therapists, head to our website morningstarllc.org or give our Care Coordinator Team a call at 717-806-5050 to learn about beginning therapy with any of our trusted therapists.