ABOUT US
Our Mission Statement
The mission of Guiding Roots is to provide compassionate, individualized mental health therapy, therapeutic support, guidance, education, and behavioral strategies to children, adolescents, parents, caregivers, schools, and guardians. We work collaboratively with children, families, and the important people in their lives to support emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, understand the root of behavioral and emotional challenges, and develop practical solutions that promote meaningful growth.
At Guiding Roots, we believe lasting change begins with understanding. Through mental health therapy, behavioral support, education, and collaboration, we help children and families build the skills, confidence, and tools they need to grow stronger from the roots up.
Whether you are experiencing behavioral, developmental, social, and/or emotional concerns with your child, Rachael Lukon wants to work with you to help navigate and listen to your child’s needs and create successful outcomes. Rachael is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has worked in the field for the past 20 years providing intensive behavioral health services to a wide variety of clients. Rachael has worked within the home, community, and school settings with clients to aide in their success within the least restrictive setting as possible. She specializes in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as many other behavioral and emotional disorders. Rachael works closely with clients, their families, and their teachers to address behavioral, environmental, and emotional concerns that could be impacting their daily living.
Rachael R. Lukon, M.S., BCBA, LBS
Owner/Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Rachael R. Lukon,
M.S., BCBA, LBS
Owner/Board Certified Behavior Analyst
She has provided treatment to clients with trauma, neglect, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, Angelman syndrome, and mood disorders.
Rachael started in the field as a Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) to clients. She went on to obtain many different roles including outpatient therapist, Mobile Therapist, strength-based therapist, Licensed Behavior Specialist, and Assistant Clinical Director. Rachael has worked as an LBS as well as a BCBA providing IBHS services to Westmoreland County. Rachael obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Sociology in 2004 from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She received her Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2008 from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Rachael went on to complete the ABA/CLM (Applied Behavior Analysis/Competent Learner Model) Advanced Competency Certificate Program in 2022 from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. This program helped her obtain her Board Certified Behavior Analyst certificate from the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine.
Rachael’s primary modalities of treatment include Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Rachael aims to build a strong rapport with clients and their families to best achieve therapeutic milestones.
She is devoted to supporting and advocating for families, teachers, and caregivers to effectively manage challenging behaviors by showing compassion and respect across all settings. Her passion is to help create hope for parents and their children as well as provide guidance. When she is not working, Rachael commits her time to her family and dogs. She cherishes time with her children, whether it is watching her son’s baseball games or her daughter’s gymnastics and cheer competitions.
Whether you are experiencing behavioral, developmental, social, and/or emotional concerns with your child, Rachael Lukon wants to work with you to help navigate and listen to your child’s needs and create successful outcomes. Rachael is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has worked in the field for the past 20 years providing intensive behavioral health services to a wide variety of clients. Rachael has worked within the home, community, and school settings with clients to aide in their success within the least restrictive setting as possible. She specializes in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as many other behavioral and emotional disorders. Rachael works closely with clients, their families, and their teachers to address behavioral, environmental, and emotional concerns that could be impacting their daily living. She has provided treatment to clients with trauma, neglect, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, Angelman syndrome, and mood disorders.
Rachael started in the field as a Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) to clients. She went on to obtain many different roles including outpatient therapist, Mobile Therapist, strength-based therapist, Licensed Behavior Specialist, and Assistant Clinical Director. Rachael has worked as an LBS as well as a BCBA providing IBHS services to Westmoreland County. Rachael obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Sociology in 2004 from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She received her Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2008 from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Rachael went on to complete the ABA/CLM (Applied Behavior Analysis/Competent Learner Model) Advanced Competency Certificate Program in 2022 from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. This program helped her obtain her Board Certified Behavior Analyst certificate from the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine.
Rachael’s primary modalities of treatment include Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Rachael aims to build a strong rapport with clients and their families to best achieve therapeutic milestones.
She is devoted to supporting and advocating for families, teachers, and caregivers to effectively manage challenging behaviors by showing compassion and respect across all settings. Her passion is to help create hope for parents and their children as well as provide guidance. When she is not working, Rachael commits her time to her family and dogs. She cherishes time with her children, whether it is watching her son’s baseball games or her daughter’s gymnastics and cheer competitions.
“We all learn to explore from a young age through play. As we grow and spread our delicate wings, we someday look back and smile thinking about all the memories of the special people that guided us and gave us our roots.”
- Rachael R. Lukon, M.S., BCBA, LBS
Angelina is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Her educational and professional background has provided her with a broad understanding of behavioral health, family systems, trauma, and the legal and child welfare systems.
Angelina Baker
B.S. in Psychology
Angelina has completed internships and gained experience in a variety of settings, including court, private therapy practices, residential treatment programs, hospital settings, and Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS). These experiences have strengthened her ability to support clients and families with diverse needs and to collaborate effectivelywith professionals across multiple systems.
She strives to create a comfortable, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Her approach is individualized, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered therapy, and play-based interventions.
Angelina is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Her educational and professional background has provided her with a broad understanding of behavioral health, family systems, trauma, and the legal and child welfare systems. Angelina has completed internships and gained experience in a variety of settings, including court, private therapy practices, residential treatment programs, hospital settings, and Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS). These experiences have strengthened her ability to support clients and families with diverse needs and to collaborate effectively with professionals across multile systems.
She strives to create a comfortable, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Her approach is individualized, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered therapy, and play-based interventions.
Angelina Cerro,
M.S., LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Angelina is a passionate and driven Behavioral Therapist who is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and educators. With a deep understanding of behavior and learning, she strives to create meaningful, individualized strategies that support emotional growth, communication, and daily living skills across home, school, and community settings.
Angelina Baker
B.S. in Psychology
Angelina earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a dual major in Criminal Justice in 2024 and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh. She developed a strong academic foundation in human behavior, developmental psychology, and social systems. Her unique background allows her to approach behavioral therapy with a well-rounded perspective, integrating both clinical insight and a justice-oriented mindset to support diverse populations.
Angelina began her career in behavioral health in 2023, working as a Behavioral Health Technician where she provided Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children diagnosed with developmental and behavioral disorders. Since then, Angelina has worked closely with children, families, and educators to assess behavioral needs and implement evidence-based interventions that enhance learning and improve quality of life. She is known for her collaborative approach, working hand-in-hand with caregivers and educational teams to ensure strategies are consistent and sustainable across environments.
Angelina is a passionate and driven Behavioral Therapist who is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and educators. With a deep understanding of behavior and learning, she strives to create meaningful, individualized strategies that support emotional growth, communication, and daily living skills across home, school, and community settings.
Angelina earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a dual major in Criminal Justice in 2024 and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh. She developed a strong academic foundation in human behavior, developmental psychology, and social systems. Her unique background allows her to approach behavioral therapy with a well-rounded perspective, integrating both clinical insight and a justice-oriented mindset to support diverse populations.
Angelina began her career in behavioral health in 2023, working as a Behavioral Health Technician where she provided Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children diagnosed with developmental and behavioral disorders. Since then, Angelina has worked closely with children, families, and educators to assess behavioral needs and implement evidence-based interventions that enhance learning and improve quality of life. She is known for her collaborative approach, working hand-in-hand with caregivers and educational teams to ensure strategies are consistent and sustainable across environments..
Angelina Baker
B.S. in Psychology
Cecilia is a second-year Master of Social Work student at the University of Pittsburgh with three years of experience working with children and families in mental and behavioral health settings. Through her education and professional experience, she has developed a strong interest in supporting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs while working collaboratively with the families and caregivers who support them.
Angelina Baker
B.S. in Psychology
Cecilia values creating a welcoming and supportive environment where children can feel comfortable being themselves. Her favorite part of her work is building genuine connections with the kiddos she serves and using those relationships to help children feel understood, supported, and confident as they grow.
Cecilia earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh School of Education in 2025. Her undergraduate studies provided a strong foundation in child and adolescent development and the many individual, family, and environmental factors that influence development.
She also completed a minor in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies through the University of Pittsburgh Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, further expanding her understanding of diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives.
Cecilia is a second-year Master of Social Work student at the University of Pittsburgh with three years of experience working with children and families in mental and behavioral health settings. Through her education and professional experience, she has developed a strong interest in supporting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs while working collaboratively with the families and caregivers who support them.
Cecilia values creating a welcoming and supportive environment where children can feel comfortable being themselves. Her favorite part of her work is building genuine connections with the kiddos she serves and using those relationships to help children feel understood, supported, and confident as they grow.
Cecilia earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh School of Education in 2025. Her undergraduate studies provided a strong foundation in child and adolescent development and the many individual, family, and environmental factors that influence development.
She also completed a minor in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies through the University of Pittsburgh Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, further expanding her understanding of diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives.
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Cecilia Fink
B.S. in Appled Developmental Psychology
Jordan’s passion for special education was sparked in high school, where she worked at a summer camp for children with special needs. Her dedication and natural leadership led her to become the camp director, a role that deepened her commitment to supporting children with diverse abilities. Inspired by the meaningful connections she built and the difference she could make, Jordan pursued a career in education. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Special Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, graduating with a solid foundation for her future work.
Angelina Baker
B.S. in Psychology
Over the past decade and a half, Jordan has had the privilege of working with students of all ages and abilities, including those with autism, emotional disorders, physical limitations, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral challenges. She has taught in emotional support, learning support, and autistic support settings, where she has developed personalized strategies to help each student thrive both academically and personally.
After leaving the classroom, Jordan transitioned to the field of early intervention, continuing to work with young children and their families. She gained valuable experience supporting children with developmental delays, equipping them with the tools for early growth and success. Jordan also worked closely alongside a psychologist specializing in adolescent disorders, gaining a deeper understanding of selective mutism. In addition, she holds training in infant mental health, which has further equipped her to support children and families from the earliest developmental stages.
Jordan is especially passionate about working closely with parents and caregivers. She is known for building deep, trusting relationships with the families she serves and takes a collaborative, team-based approach to ensure each child receives the most effective and compassionate support possible.
Jordan’s passion for special education was sparked in high school, where she worked at a summer camp for children with special needs. Her dedication and natural leadership led her to become the camp director, a role that deepened her commitment to supporting children with diverse abilities. Inspired by the meaningful connections she built and the difference she could make, Jordan pursued a career in education. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Special Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, graduating with a solid foundation for her future work.
Over the past decade and a half, Jordan has had the privilege of working with students of all ages and abilities, including those with autism, emotional disorders, physical limitations, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral challenges. She has taught in emotional support, learning support, and autistic support settings, where she has developed personalized strategies to help each student thrive both academically and personally.
After leaving the classroom, Jordan transitioned to the field of early intervention, continuing to work with young children and their families. She gained valuable experience supporting children with developmental delays, equipping them with the tools for early growth and success. Jordan also worked closely alongside a psychologist specializing in adolescent disorders, gaining a deeper understanding of selective mutism. In addition, she holds training in infant mental health, which has further equipped her to support children and families from the earliest developmental stages.
Jordan is especially passionate about working closely with parents and caregivers. She is known for building deep, trusting relationships with the families she serves and takes a collaborative, team-based approach to ensure each child receives the most effective and compassionate support possible.
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JORDAN DORNIN
B.S. in Education
Our vision is to improve the lives of children across all settings to help them grow throughout life by providing them with therapeutic services and developing individualized client centered treatment plans tailored to target their needs as well as family modeling, training, and coaching to parents, caregivers, and guardians individually.
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