Bill received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mental Health
Counseling from Gannon University in 1981, and his Master of ScienceDegree in Pastoral Counseling from Neumann College in 1986. He is a
member of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor.
His career has given him experience in counseling children,
adolescents, adults, and families. Bill has worked in the areas of
child protection, mental retardation, addiction treatment, and youth
ministry. He currently works as a Mobile Therapist and Behavior
Specialist in Blair and surrounding counties in Pennsylvania. He
specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with stress
disorders that are a result of childhood abuse.
Bill has several published articles and a book on
youth ministry. He has published a book about treatment
approaches for children with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder called: 'Gentling: a Practical Guide to Treating PTSD in Abused Children'. He is
experienced in speaking and teaching large groups in his areas of
expertise.
Bill uses magic to entertain and as therapy for
children, enjoys recumbent cycling, and paints with watercolors. He livesin Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, with his wife Anne, and sons Andy and
Tyler.