Courtney White
Courtney White is a dedicated Counselor with a strong foundation in mental health, child and family services, and program management. Currently practicing at Pennsylvania Counseling Services, she brings over five years of experience supporting individuals, families, and children through evidence-based interventions and compassionate care. Courtney’s approach emphasizes understanding each client’s unique needs, fostering growth, and promoting overall well-being in both therapeutic and educational settings.
Prior to her current role, Courtney served as Childcare Director at Tender Years, Inc. Child Development Centers, where she oversaw staff development, program implementation, and regulatory compliance for early childhood education programs. She also held key positions in office management, project coordination, and student success mentoring, giving her a broad perspective on organizational operations and program development within educational and behavioral health contexts.
Courtney holds a Graduate Certificate in Counseling with a focus on Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services from Capella University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from PennWest Clarion. She is an active member of Chi Sigma Iota and The National Society of Leadership and Success. Guided by her values of compassion, dedication, and perseverance, Courtney is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of those she serves while continuing to expand her expertise in mental health and counseling practices.
• Graduate Certificate in Counseling
• Capella University – Graduate Certificate in Counseling, Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services
• PennWest Clarion – Bachelor’s Degree, Sociology
• Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services
• Member in Good Standing, The National Society of Leadership and Success
• Chi Sigma Iota (Chi Upsilon Chi Chapter)
• The National Society of Leadership and Success
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to showing compassion no matter the circumstances. My consistent effort to learn and support others has been central to my growth.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
You can love work and still need strong boundaries. Empathy without boundaries turns into compassion fatigue. Boundaries are part of the care.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Use your influence to change the conditions of the work, not just to succeed within them. It’s not enough to be a great clinician, supervisor, or leader if the system still burns out the people coming up behind you. Influence is about widening the path, not just standing at the top of it.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
There aren’t enough counselors, therapists, and behavioral health professionals to meet demand. Large numbers of Americans live in federally designated “mental health professional shortage areas,” and demand is growing much faster than supply.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Compassion, dedication, and never giving up are core to how I approach my work and personal life. I also value family, community, and fostering meaningful relationships.
Locations
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Harrisburg, PA 17104