A thriving mental health center committed to serving the needs of children, adolescents, adults, families and organizations in the community.

Non-profit organization

Established 1974

Serving Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia counties

and beyond...

Broad scope of services

Therapy, Psychiatry, Psychological Assessment & Testing

Mission Statement

Transforming life’s challenges into opportunities for growth through quality mental health services.

Vision Statement

To be a trusted community resource empowering individuals and families to access inner strength and resiliency to realize their full potential.

Values

The core values of Growth Opportunity Center:

Compassion & Care – creating a safe, judgment-free environment where you are valued and understood. Building and strengthening trust at every stage.
Holistic – recognizing we are the sum of all of our parts, influences, and experiences – biological, psychological, and social – and adapting our approach to meet your unique needs. Respecting the diversity of each individual and fostering a culture where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Quality – continuously striving to provide the best care within our specialties. Integrating your feedback to help us improve.
Access – providing access to affordable, quality care to meet the needs of our diverse communities.
Empowerment & Resiliency – recognizing everyone holds the potential to improve their quality of life.
Professionalism – maintaining boundaries and professional ethics to strengthen the alliance to promote growth and healing. Investing in continuing education and professional training to provide an excellent standard of care.
Development – leveraging technology and research to advance mental health, prevention, education, and wellness.

Who We Are

An independent, non-profit organization, Growth Opportunity Center is comprised of talented staff who are dedicated to empowering each person to flourish and thrive. We value mental health as a vital part of one's overall health, wellbeing, and satisfaction with life. At GOC, we take pride in promoting dignity and respect in every aspect of care, being aware that it can be difficult to reach out for help.

We never stop growing, either!

Our History

Growth Opportunity Center was established in 1974 as a grass-roots community outreach effort to better serve the mental health needs of the community of Huntingdon Valley and surrounding areas. Inspired by the vision and leadership of Dr. Kenneth Barber, GOC originated at the site of Gloria Dei Church and has since evolved into the counseling center it is today. Dr. Barber and many others have contributed to GOC's growth and development through the years.

The mission of GOC evolved from the belief in the fundamental importance and possibility of "growth", combined with the view of turning challenges into "opportunities" rather than problems. While no longer affiliated with Gloria Dei, GOC still embodies the principle of service to others and maintains the core value of recognizing the potential for change and "growth" in every individual.

Our Team

To ensure you receive the best care, our experienced team of professionals is at the helm.

Leadership

Judy Morrissey, LCSW

Executive Director

Diane Sizer, PhD

Clinical Director

Michael Mulvihill, LPC

Director of Business Operations

Lauren Harrington

Business Office Manager

Administrative Staff

Janine Garcia

Administrative Supervisor

Jasalyn Realpe

Administrative Assistant

Lorraine Wiltshire

Medical Assistant

Devon Carter

Intake Coordinator

Jamie Egan, LMFT

Intake Coordinator

Marlena Jacalone

A/R Specialist

Lynn Zeitenberg

A/R Specialist

Board of Directors

Abigail Akande, PhD

Board Member
Kenneth Barber, PhD

Founder, Board Member
Cherie Brummans

Board Member
TJ Bulter

Board Member
Elizabeth Gasiewski, PhD

Board Member
Paul Izes, D.O.

Board Member
Jade Logan, PhD

Board Member
Judy Newman, PhD

Board Member
Rajiv Tandon

Board Member

Search Our Providers

We have assembled a vibrant and robust clinical team of providers with an array of specialized training and expertise to support you along your journey. Our Intake team will help connect you with the provider best suited to meet your needs.

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