Quakertown counselor now charged with secretly recording 21 Victims, including minors

A Bucks County family counselor will face trial after waiving his preliminary hearing [Wednesday, June 4] on charges he secretly recorded patients and staff in the bathroom of his former Quakertown office, and even recorded counseling sessions with hidden cameras, some targeting minors.

Jonathan Elliot Moyer, 55, of Alburtis, is accused of 12 counts of interception of oral communications, one count of possession of an instrument of crime, and 13 counts of invasion of privacy. Charges were amended prior to the hearing to include additional victims.

Authorities have now identified a total of 21 victims, including staff members and vulnerable individuals seeking counseling services. Of the 12 individuals who fell victim to wiretapping-related charges, three were minors. In one disturbing instance, Moyer allegedly positioned a camera to capture an “up-the-shorts” video of an unsuspecting young girl during a counseling session.

Moyer is scheduled for formal arraignment in the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas on June 30.

“The actions of the defendant represent a profound betrayal of trust, particularly impacting vulnerable individuals seeking help,” said District Attorney Jennifer Schorn. “Our office is committed to ensuring that those who violate the privacy and safety of others are held accountable to the fullest extent of the law. We stand with the victims and will pursue justice diligently.”