Who We Are
Meet the therapists behind Sterling Mental Health. We’re here to support your journey with expertise, empathy, and individualized care.
Max St. John, LPC and Owner
I attended Thomas Jefferson’s Community and Trauma Counseling graduate program and have extensively studied the causes and effects of trauma. I work through a trauma-focused lens and am trained in EMDR Therapy. I help clients explore identity formation, relationship dynamics, and the physiological impact of emotions.
My goal is to create a therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and safe to be fully themselves. In this space, we’ll unpack negative self-beliefs, process past and current relationships, and implement tools for long-term emotional wellness.
Alaina O’Neill, LPCA
Hello! I’m Alaina, a master’s level clinician with a degree from Thomas Jefferson University’s Community and Trauma Counseling program. I have a passion for helping individuals through life transitions in adolescence and young adulthood. In our work together, I strive to cultivate a space that feels safe, warm, and open.
I specialize in supporting teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I use evidence-based approaches infused with empathy to help you navigate and understand all the pieces that make you who you are.
I believe everyone holds a deep capacity for growth and healing. You don’t have to face change alone — I’m here to walk with you on your path.