Meet the Team
ABOUT NATE
Nate Maust is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and board approved supervisor in the state of Maryland. If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you are working through something that may feel too big to handle on your own. Counseling may seem like a big commitment and it's not uncommon to have reservations about it. I've had the honor of walking alongside individuals with varied experiences and obstacles. Nate's hope is that each client he work with experiences respect, grace, and healing through the counseling experience. Nate aims to provide a judgment-free and supportive experience for individuals, couples, and families through this process.
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In 2014, Nate graduated from Frostburg State University with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology. He then went on to get a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and graduated in 2017. His experience is varied through different settings. He's provided counseling through a church, in jail, in a residential setting, and now through private practice. The beginning of his career was focused on substance use counseling. He has broadened his scope to help people work through different mental health struggles, marital conflicts, and family changes.
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Dan Allender once wrote, “The work of restoration cannot begin until a problem is fully faced.” Facing problems is often not fun and can be quite frankly scary but it is necessary in order to experience restoration and health. Please reach out if you don't want to face these problems on your own.
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Hours (by appointment):
Mondays: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesdays: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesdays: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Thursdays: 12 pm - 8:30 pm
Fridays: 8 am - 4:30 pm
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Insurances Accepted: 90 Degree Benefits, Aetna, Allstate Self Funded, Cigna, Community Care/Pennsylvania Medicare and Medicaid (Bedford and Somerset Counties), The Health Plan, Maryland Medicaid (Maryland Physicians Care and Priority Partners), Maryland Medicare, Optum HealthCare Solutions, Peak Health, UMR, United Healthcare, UPMC Health Plan (Bedford and Somerset Counties)
ABOUT JASON
Jason is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides part-time counseling services at Quest for Hope Counseling. He completed his Bachelor's of Science in Psychology from Frostburg State University in 2001 and since then has had experience providing addiction services at the inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient levels in Allegany County. In 2020, he completed his Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is eager to provide assistance to individuals with mental health and relationship struggles. He will be at the Grantsville office on Monday and Tuesday evenings.
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Hours (by appointment):
Tuesdays: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Maryland Medicaid (Maryland Physician's Care and Priority Partners), Maryland Medicare, Carefirst of Maryland, Peak Health, and United Healthcare
ABOUT Marcie
Bio coming soon...​
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Hours (by appointment):
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm​​
Insurances Accepted: Cigna, Maryland Medicaid (Maryland Physician's Care and Priority Partners), Out of Network Benefits, more coming soon...
ABOUT JODY
Jody is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who provides part-time counseling services at Quest for Hope Counseling. She completed her Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology with an Emphasis in Addictions from Frostburg State University in 2018 and became a State of Maryland Board Certified Associate Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CAC-AD) providing addiction services at the inpatient and outpatient level within various treatment settings in Allegany County. In 2022, she earned her Master’s in Counseling
Psychology degree from Frostburg State University and currently provides counseling/psychological services to incarcerated individuals housed at the Western Correctional Institution in Cresaptown, MD.
She is eager to provide assistance to individuals with mental health and relationship struggles and will be at the Grantsville office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings by appointment.​
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Hours (by appointment):
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm​​
Insurances Accepted: Maryland Medicaid (Maryland Physician's Care and Priority Partners), Out of Network Benefits, More coming soon...
ABOUT KARL
Karl W. Maust is a master's level Social Worker currently being supervised by LaDawn Tice, LCSW-C. He experienced a calling to become a social worker when he took an introduction to counseling class at Rosedale Bible College. From that point on, he knew the direction that God was leading him towards. In 2019, he graduated from Frostburg State University with a Bachelor of Social Work. With his bachelor's degree, he started working as a Crisis Intervention Case Worker as well as a Blended Case Manager. He has also worked within the homelessness prevention system for Western Pennsylvania helping communities on a macroscale. In 2025, he graduated with his Master's of Social Work with a certificate in Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Animal Assisted Therapy.
Karl believes in the power of hope and healing. His approach is rooted in empowering individuals to recognize and build on their own strengths. By fostering natural supports and inner resilience, he seeks to help clients navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity. Whether you're facing a specific struggle or seeking personal growth, Karl is here to work alongside you and your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.
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Hours (by appointment):
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Insurances Accepted: Carefirst, Bluecross Blueshield, Out of Network Benefits, private pay, More coming soon...
ABOUT LYDIA
Quest for Hope Counseling is pleased to have Lydia as an administrative assistant. She is skilled in hospitality and we are grateful to use her organizational skills. Lydia is often the first person of contact when you reach out for services and takes control of the practice billing. She was raised in Garrett County and also attends classes at Garrett College.