About Us

We Care About Kids!!!!!!
Pathways For Change, LLC

Jodi Merrill is the Director of Pathways for Change, LLC located in Emmaus at 308 Main Street. She holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentrated focus on Marriage, Family and Children.
Jodi specializes in the use of play therapy, filial therapy, parent consultation, behavior management, and other interventions with children and families experiencing difficulty. She has many years experience working with school problems, anxiety, depression, divorce-related difficulties, oppositional behavior, and other behavior problems and AD/HD. She has worked extensively with children who have experienced medical problems, trauma, abuse and attachment difficulties. She works closely with parents throughout the therapy process, and coordinates her work with schools, medical and other mental health professionals (when indicated and approved by parents).
In addition, Jodi provides training for child related community organizations and schools. Jodi is an internationally recognized speaker. Most recently Jodi lectured on the topic of Relational Aggression among adolescent girls at Shue Yan University, in Hong Kong, China.

Don't miss us at the 2nd Annual Scarecrow Festival September 29th and October 10! Come vote for our scarecrow on our porch! We will be hosting several workshops and events for kids throughout the day! Stop in and see us! Meet Jodi Merrill, Play Therapist, and check out the playroom! You will have a chance to ask all of your questions directly to the therapist!! Also, meet Kim Clinchy, Director of A Place To Grow, Educational Groups For Kids! Ask about her groups for children running here at Pathways For Change!

Pathways For Change, LLC
Jodi Merrill has been in practice in Emmaus, PA for 3 years. Jodi enjoys the small town feel of Emmaus, and the many opportunities she has for community outreach, consultation, and activities. Pathways For Change participates in many of Emmaus' community events and festivals

^{SOCIAL SKILLS AND SELF ESTEEM GROUP}

^{FORMING NOW! RESERVE YOUR SPOT EARLY! SPACE IS LIMITED TO 6 CHILDREN!}

^{Facilitated by Kim Clinchy, M.Ed.}

^{Build Confidence! Learn Teamwork! Make New Friends! This is a fun-filled dynamic group for kids of all ages! Kids will be grouped according to age.}

^{Our group will focus on refining social skills by thinking creatively and exploring new possibilities! We encourage kids to expand their minds, explore their values, and safely consider a change where change is needed. This is all presented in a fun, safe, environment. Kids are guaranteed fun during this group!}

^{Call Kim Clinchy, MEd, for further information and to register! Don't miss out!}

^{COME GROW WITH US!}

Pathways For Change, LLC

"Dedicated to the care and treatment of Children, Adolescents, and Teens "