High standards. Warm chaos. Clinically sharp. Aesthetically elevated. Never winging it.
Our Team.
At Positive Intentions, LLC, our team does therapy differently.
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We are warm, prepared, clinically sharp, and deeply human. Our clinicians bring warmth, clinical skill, and high standards to every session — because therapy should never feel rushed, generic, or like just another appointment on your calendar.
Our standard is simple: we provide the kind of care we would trust for someone we love. That means thoughtful client matching, ongoing training, intentional treatment planning, and a team that consults, collaborates, and actually gives a damn.
We do not believe in cookie-cutter therapy. We believe in care that feels safe, steady, elevated, and clinically grounded — care that supports real healing, meaningful growth, and long-term change.
This is therapy, reimagined.
Cindy Pilcher
MS, LPC (PA, NJ, & VT), NCC
PA Lic: PC 017368 | NJ Lic: 37PC01151600 | VT Lic: 068.0136043TELE
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
​Licensed Professional Counselor
Cindy Pilcher, MS, LPC, NCC, is the Founder and Practice Owner of Positive Intentions, LLC. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides a thoughtful, grounded, and direct approach to therapy, helping clients understand the why behind their patterns while building practical tools for lasting change. Cindy primarily focuses her work on adult men navigating anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, relationship stress, and major life transitions.
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Cindy is trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and integrates parts-based work with evidence-based and somatic approaches to support emotional regulation, insight, and healing at the nervous-system level. Her style is collaborative, compassionate, and honest—offering validation without avoidance and challenge without judgment. Clients often describe her as steady, attuned, and effective, especially when working through long-standing patterns that feel difficult to shift.
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Cindy offers both in-person and telehealth services, with limited availability.
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Specialties / Focus Areas:
Men’s issues • Divorce • Blended families • Relational and attachment-based work • Relationship dynamics and communication • Boundaries • Life transitions • Self-esteem
MA, LPC (PA & NJ), NCC
Carina Lehman
PA Lic: PC017921 | NJ Lic: 37PC01121400
Clinical Manager & Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Carina Lehman, MA, LPC, NCC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and serves as a Clinical Manager and Supervisor at Positive Intentions, LLC. She is warm, down-to-earth, and genuinely human in the therapy room—so much so that some clients affectionately call her the “hot mess express” for her relatable humor and real-life authenticity. Carina works with adolescents and adults, as well as families, and supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, emotional dysregulation, and neurodivergence.
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Carina practices from a trauma-informed, attachment-based lens and specializes in helping clients heal the deeper “root issues” that keep symptoms stuck. She has extensive experience working with children of divorce, adult children of alcoholic parents, and survivors of sexual assault, and she supports clients managing personality-disorder traits and long-standing emotional and behavioral patterns. Her work focuses on stabilization, safety, coping skills, and insight—helping clients build internal resilience, self-trust, and steadier responses to stress.
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Carina also provides an affirming, nonjudgmental space for clients in consensual non-monogamous relationships (including polyamory, swinging, and open relationships), with a strong focus on communication, boundaries, and emotional regulation. She integrates evidence-based approaches, including CBT and DBT-informed skills, alongside insight-oriented work to support measurable progress over time. Clients often describe her as grounded, funny, and easy to talk to—someone who can handle hard topics with care while keeping sessions practical and goal-oriented. She offers both in-person and telehealth services, with limited availability.
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Specialties / Focus Areas:
Attachment-based therapy • Trauma-informed care • Sexual assault trauma • Children of divorce • Adult children of alcoholic parents • Personality disorders and personality-trait concerns • Anxiety • Depression • Emotional regulation • Neurodivergence • Family systems • Coping skills development • Boundaries • Self-esteem • Consensual non-monogamy (polyamory/open relationships)
Nora Jones
Front Office Coordinator
Nora Jones is often the first friendly face and voice clients encounter at Positive Intentions, LLC. As our receptionist and front office support team member, she helps create a welcoming, supportive environment while assisting clients with scheduling, calls, and day-to-day office needs. Her warm personality, professionalism, and calm presence make her an important part of the PILLC experience.
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Nora is currently entering her senior year at The Pennsylvania State University, where she is pursuing a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with plans to pursue a career in Speech Pathology. Throughout her time at Penn State, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership, academic achievement, and campus involvement. She has served as a Resident Assistant (RA) for the past two years and is actively involved in THON and the Limitless FTK Club, organizations dedicated to supporting children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Nora is also a member of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NSSLHA), the Tri-Alpha Honor Society, and the SLO Club, and has served as both a Penn State Tour Guide and a Hazleton Lion Ambassador. In addition, she was part of the 2024 PSUAC Women’s Volleyball Championship team and was the recipient of the prestigious Eric A. and Josephine S. Walker Award, recognizing outstanding character, scholarship, leadership, and citizenship. She has also volunteered with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Convention in Washington, D.C.
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When she isn’t greeting clients at the office or balancing her busy college schedule, Nora enjoys spending time with her dog, family, and friends.
Brinley Altemus
Social Media & Marketing Operations
Brinley Altemus serves as the Social Media and Marketing Operations Coordinator for Positive Intentions, LLC, where she helps bring the practice’s vision, culture, and community presence to life through creative branding, content creation, photography, and digital engagement. From managing social media campaigns and visual branding to supporting marketing operations behind the scenes, Brinley plays an important role in helping PILLC maintain a modern, welcoming, and authentic presence both online and within the community.
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Brinley is currently entering her senior year at The Pennsylvania State University, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, where she has maintained an impressive academic record and earned multiple Dean’s List recognitions as well as the Scholar’s Lion Award for academic excellence. Her background combines creativity, communication, and leadership, drawing on a wide range of campus and professional experiences. She currently serves as a Creative Intern for Penn State Women’s Basketball, capturing and showcasing the team’s story through photography, content creation, and media production. She has also worked as a Student Photographer for Penn State athletics and previously served as a Peer Academic Coach, helping students develop strategies for academic success.
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In addition to her role at Positive Intentions, LLC, Brinley has experience as a Social Media Manager, where she developed and coordinated branding and digital content strategies. She is actively involved in organizations, including PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America), Blue & White Society, Delta Phi Epsilon, and Penn State THON’s Limitless organization. Her passion for storytelling, visual media, and meaningful connection continues to shape her work both professionally and creatively.
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When she is not working on marketing projects or behind the camera, Brinley enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, photography, and being with her dog Ruby, who is well-loved around the office and often recognized as part of the PILLC family.
Ruby Rue
Unofficial Emotional Support Specialist
Ruby serves as Positive Intentions, LLC’s unofficial emotional support specialist, professional greeter, and office morale booster. Although small in size, Ruby has a very important role within the PILLC family — offering comfort, smiles, and occasional tail wags to both clients and staff throughout the day. Known for her sweet personality and calm demeanor, Ruby is often a comforting presence around the office and enjoys quietly accompanying the team whenever possible.
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Ruby especially loves greeting familiar faces, finding the coziest spots in the office, and making herself part of important meetings she was never technically invited to. While she takes her role very seriously, she is also highly skilled in accepting compliments, supervising snack breaks, and reminding everyone to pause and enjoy the little moments.
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When she is not “working” at the office, Ruby enjoys spending time with her family, going on adventures, relaxing in cozy blankets, and being spoiled by everyone she meets. She remains one of the most beloved members of the Positive Intentions, LLC team.
Katie Marchand
M.S., LAPC, NCC
Supervised by Carina Lehman, MA, LPC
PA Lic: APC002288
Lead Clinician
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
Katie Marchand, LAPC, NCC, is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor at Positive Intentions, LLC. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania – Lock Haven and began her clinical work with the practice during her graduate internship. Katie has continued to grow within the practice, bringing both continuity and meaningful clinical experience to her role as a counselor.
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Katie is known for creating a calm, supportive environment where clients feel safe, understood, and encouraged to work through life’s more difficult seasons. She approaches therapy through a Polyvagal-informed, nervous-system lens, helping clients understand how stress and past experiences shape emotional and physiological responses. Through this work, she helps clients build stronger emotional regulation, develop practical coping strategies, and create healthier patterns in daily life.
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Her clinical background includes behavioral health support and crisis intervention across residential treatment programs, behavioral health services, correctional settings, and school systems. This experience allows Katie to support clients navigating complex stressors, life transitions, and emotional challenges with both structure and compassion.
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In addition to working with individuals, Katie also supports couples seeking to strengthen communication, reduce conflict escalation, and rebuild connection through practical, day-to-day relational skills.
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Katie maintains certifications in Crisis Intervention, CPR, First Aid, and AED, and provides both in-person and telehealth counseling services.
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Focus Areas:
Polyvagal-informed care • Nervous system regulation • Crisis support and stabilization • Emotional regulation • Coping skills development • Stress management • Life transitions • Adolescent support • Couples counseling (communication and conflict de-escalation) • Behavioral interventions • Building healthy routines and accountability
Yami Patel
M.S.
Supervised by Carina Lehman, MA, LPC
Mental Health Counselor
Yami Patel, MS, LAC, brings a refined, steady, and deeply intentional presence to the therapy space. Her work is grounded in warmth, cultural responsiveness, and the belief that clients deserve more than a place to talk — they deserve a space where they feel understood, challenged with care, and supported in becoming more connected to themselves.
Yami earned her Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling – Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and currently holds her Licensed Associate Counselor credential. Her clinical experience includes individual counseling, intake assessments, treatment planning, career counseling, and supporting clients through life transitions, stress, identity exploration, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
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Before entering the counseling field, Yami worked as a Registered Behavior Technician supporting children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. This experience shaped her thoughtful, patient, and individualized approach to care, allowing her to meet clients with curiosity, structure, and respect for their unique lived experience.
Fluent in Gujarati and Hindi, Yami values culturally aware counseling and strives to create a space where clients feel seen without having to over-explain who they are. At Positive Intentions, LLC, she offers in-person and telehealth counseling with a calm, polished, and compassionate presence — helping clients move toward clarity, confidence, and lasting emotional wellness.
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Yami offers in-person appointments, with evening and weekend availability.
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Areas of Focus:
Anxiety & Stress Management • Life Transitions • Identity Exploration • Self-Esteem & Confidence • Emotional Regulation • Career Counseling • Young Adults & College Students • Autism & Developmental Support • Culturally Responsive Counseling • Gujarati & Hindi-Speaking Clients
Ollie Lumby
M.S., LAPC pending
Supervised by Carina Lehman, MA, LPC
Mental Health Counselor
Ollie Lumby, MS, brings a creative, grounded, and affirming presence to the therapy space. His work is rooted in trauma-informed care, emotional safety, and the belief that therapy should feel both clinically supportive and genuinely human — a place where clients can exhale, feel understood, and begin building new ways forward.
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Ollie earned his Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Child & Adolescent Track from Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania. His clinical background includes outpatient counseling, school-based therapy, crisis support, group counseling, and trauma-informed individual and couples counseling. He has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and LGBTQ+ clients with a thoughtful, client-centered approach.
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With additional training in telemental health, trauma-informed care, grief and loss counseling, and creative approaches to grief work, Ollie brings flexibility and intention to the therapeutic process. His background in art and creative expression allows him to integrate practical, engaging interventions when appropriate, especially with clients who may struggle to put everything into words.
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At Positive Intentions, LLC, Ollie offers therapy that is warm, steady, and clinically grounded — supporting clients as they navigate anxiety, identity, grief, emotional regulation, relationship stress, life transitions, and the work of becoming more connected to themselves.
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Ollie offers telehealth appointments with evening and weekend availability. Additionally, he offers in-person sessions at the office one weekend per month for clients seeking face-to-face counseling.
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Areas of Focus:
Anxiety • Trauma-Informed Care • Grief & Loss • LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care • Children & Adolescents • Young Adults • Emotional Regulation • Identity Exploration • Self-Esteem • Relationship Stress • Life Transitions • School-Based Concerns • Crisis Support • Creative Interventions • Telehealth Counseling
