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Contact our office at x7119for detailed information.
StaffDr. Bob Yaskanich,Director
Emily Kist, MSW,LSWTherapistOutreach Coordinator
Diane LenioAdministrative Assistant
Location and ContactStudent Union, G-12450 Schoolhouse RoadJohnstown, PA 15904
Telephone: (814) 269-7119Fax: (814) 269-7179
Office hours: 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.Email: Dr. Bob: yaskanic@pitt.edu
Emily: emkist@pitt.edu
Diane: dlenio@pitt.edu
The Personal Counseling Center is available to help you make your academic and personal experience here at Pitt-Johnstown as successful as they can be. Please schedule an appointment if you are concerned about some aspect of your life, or if you are concerned about a friend. Problems usually worsen when they are left unresolved. Don't delay! Call us now! We will make every effort to ensure that your visit with us is a positive experience and well worth your time. Check out this website for detailed information.
Meet our Staff
Dr. Bob Yaskanich is the Director of the Personal Counseling Center. He is a Ph.D. licensed psychologist with many years of counseling experience. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Duquesne University, his Master of Science in School Psychology from California University, and his Doctorate in Counselor Education from the University of Pittsburgh.
Emily Kist is a Licensed Social Worker with experience in clinical counseling, behavioral health, rehabilitation services, and program development. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology right here at Pitt-Johnstown and went on to earn her Master of Social Work degree at the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. Emily is a therapist in the Personal Counseling Center and its Outreach Services Coordinator.
Diane Lenio is the office administrative assistant. She welcomes every student to our office in such a way that they soon feel comfortable and pleased that they scheduled their appointment. Diane's warmth and efficiency is consistently rated by students with very high marks. She makes sure every student's visit is a positive and pleasant experience.
Darlene Zada is our office work study. She is a freshman majoring in communications and a welcomed addition to our staff. Darlene cheerfully and skillfully helps us out with the numerous tasks which keep our office running smoothly. Aside from being a great student here at Pitt-Johnstown, she also is a volunteer CCD instructor at her church and she is nuts about Steeler football, the Penguins and the Conemaugh Valley Hockey Team. She enjoys playing soccer, volleyball and skiing. Darlene is a 2007 graduate of Connemaugh Valley High School, home of the Blue Jays!
