Therapists in 15206

Curious Cat Counseling and Counsulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hey! Im Sarah, the owner of Curious Cat.
I sincerely enjoy working with people who are doing their best to become who they want to be in this world.
I have extensive expertise working with and being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, working with people experiencing life transitions, and exploring and implementing values with my clients. I provide gender affirming care.
Hey! Im Sarah, the owner of Curious Cat.
I sincerely enjoy working with people who are doing their best to become who they want to be in this world.
I have extensive expertise working with and being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, working with people experiencing life transitions, and exploring and implementing values with my clients. I provide gender affirming care.

Anxiety can be debilitating. You may find that you’re constantly worrying, on edge, or fearing that something bad might happen. You feel as if you can’t seem to get your mind to calm down, to take a break, to relax. You may feel badly about yourself, and notice you’re criticizing yourself more often. You might even become fearful of your anxiety, furthering this vicious cycle. Some might be able to pinpoint these feelings to something specific, while others may have a difficult time figuring out where this feeling came from, and why it won’t go away. Either way, anxiety leaves you feeling drained, exhausted, and out of control.
Anxiety can be debilitating. You may find that you’re constantly worrying, on edge, or fearing that something bad might happen. You feel as if you can’t seem to get your mind to calm down, to take a break, to relax. You may feel badly about yourself, and notice you’re criticizing yourself more often. You might even become fearful of your anxiety, furthering this vicious cycle. Some might be able to pinpoint these feelings to something specific, while others may have a difficult time figuring out where this feeling came from, and why it won’t go away. Either way, anxiety leaves you feeling drained, exhausted, and out of control.

With the many professionals available, why work with me? First, you will find unconditional acceptance. I do not have preconceived notions of who you should, or who I need you to be. Instead, I will support you on your journey to discover who you want and deserve to be. I have experience working in both addiction recovery (chemical and food) and mental/spiritual health (trauma, depression, anxiety) so treat you as a whole person, not a diagnosis. Finally, I chose to leave another career and pursue psychotherapy so that I could do what I believe I was meant to do.
With the many professionals available, why work with me? First, you will find unconditional acceptance. I do not have preconceived notions of who you should, or who I need you to be. Instead, I will support you on your journey to discover who you want and deserve to be. I have experience working in both addiction recovery (chemical and food) and mental/spiritual health (trauma, depression, anxiety) so treat you as a whole person, not a diagnosis. Finally, I chose to leave another career and pursue psychotherapy so that I could do what I believe I was meant to do.

I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation between two people, without a power imbalance or fears of being judged. I am a licensed professional counselor, but first and foremost, I’m a human being like you. If you choose to work together, I promise to be genuine, compassionate, and real. I specialize in treating adolescents through young adults, and I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, suicidality and self-injury, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation between two people, without a power imbalance or fears of being judged. I am a licensed professional counselor, but first and foremost, I’m a human being like you. If you choose to work together, I promise to be genuine, compassionate, and real. I specialize in treating adolescents through young adults, and I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, suicidality and self-injury, and Borderline Personality Disorder.

Many people experience points in their lives where they feel stuck, challenged, inadequate, and/or like they are unsure how they can continue on with living. One thing that people have in common is that we desire to be able to live our best lives and up to our fullest potential. When conditions and circumstances in life make this difficult, such as: depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, LGBTQ+ challenges, and trauma, it can feel like there is no clear path to living up to our fullest potential.
Many people experience points in their lives where they feel stuck, challenged, inadequate, and/or like they are unsure how they can continue on with living. One thing that people have in common is that we desire to be able to live our best lives and up to our fullest potential. When conditions and circumstances in life make this difficult, such as: depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, LGBTQ+ challenges, and trauma, it can feel like there is no clear path to living up to our fullest potential.

You may have come across my bio as you are considering therapy. It can feel scary and out of our comfort zones to ask for help, but I commend you for doing so. I strive to make therapy a safe space where you feel supported to learn about yourself and grow/heal in any way you find necessary. I like to approach the counseling relationship from a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, and understanding viewpoint. I understand that trauma impacts us all differently, thus I strive to keep things relaxed and I am mindful to operate through a trauma-informed lens as we all come from different walks of life with various life experiences.
You may have come across my bio as you are considering therapy. It can feel scary and out of our comfort zones to ask for help, but I commend you for doing so. I strive to make therapy a safe space where you feel supported to learn about yourself and grow/heal in any way you find necessary. I like to approach the counseling relationship from a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, and understanding viewpoint. I understand that trauma impacts us all differently, thus I strive to keep things relaxed and I am mindful to operate through a trauma-informed lens as we all come from different walks of life with various life experiences.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has expertise in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I provide individual therapy to those who want to enjoy life and get to know themselves better in the process. Through my experience, I have learned the value of an interactive and collaborative environment to best support my client’s growth and development.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has expertise in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I provide individual therapy to those who want to enjoy life and get to know themselves better in the process. Through my experience, I have learned the value of an interactive and collaborative environment to best support my client’s growth and development.

I am a clinical psychologist who practices psychodynamic psychotherapy with older adolescents, young adults, and adults.
I am a clinical psychologist who practices psychodynamic psychotherapy with older adolescents, young adults, and adults.

I am a therapist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, life transitions and complex trauma. I enjoy being able to walk alongside others in their life journey and to be a stable, and consistent support in their life. I have been in the mental health field for over 5 years now working with various populations of those who have experienced trauma throughout various forms of life. I also have experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders and those that would like support in navigating family conflict or stressors through family therapy.
I am a therapist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, life transitions and complex trauma. I enjoy being able to walk alongside others in their life journey and to be a stable, and consistent support in their life. I have been in the mental health field for over 5 years now working with various populations of those who have experienced trauma throughout various forms of life. I also have experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders and those that would like support in navigating family conflict or stressors through family therapy.

Brandi Gurcak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Waitlist for new clients
Specializing in attachment and trauma, I work with individuals who are seeking to gain greater freedom to make choices around how they live in the world. This may include increasing overall well-being, developing resources for coping, and/or creating a clearer sense of purpose. Often our negative experiences can result in disconnection from our relationships, dissociation or difficulty participating wholly in our experiences, and addictive patterns. Therapy can help us to return to a more intuitive way of living which is centered in curiosity and compassion through connection.
Specializing in attachment and trauma, I work with individuals who are seeking to gain greater freedom to make choices around how they live in the world. This may include increasing overall well-being, developing resources for coping, and/or creating a clearer sense of purpose. Often our negative experiences can result in disconnection from our relationships, dissociation or difficulty participating wholly in our experiences, and addictive patterns. Therapy can help us to return to a more intuitive way of living which is centered in curiosity and compassion through connection.

Within our lives the one constant that prevails overtime is change. As humans, we often can be creatures of habit and life changes can be significantly difficult at times for us to manage. The fear attached to changes within our mental health, medical health, interpersonal relationships, identity, job status, etc. can feel very overwhelming. However, within our sessions I hope to provide you with a safe and supportive space to unpack these concerns and allow you to learn various skills to empower you to feel fully capable of addressing these life changes.
Within our lives the one constant that prevails overtime is change. As humans, we often can be creatures of habit and life changes can be significantly difficult at times for us to manage. The fear attached to changes within our mental health, medical health, interpersonal relationships, identity, job status, etc. can feel very overwhelming. However, within our sessions I hope to provide you with a safe and supportive space to unpack these concerns and allow you to learn various skills to empower you to feel fully capable of addressing these life changes.

To my future clients, Hello and Blessings. Thank you for your consideration to begin the process for H.E. R. (Healing Empowering Resilience). Your power to take the initial step and seek therapy, demonstrates that you’re worthy to be connected to a safe, unbiased, and therapeutic environment which will provide you the chance to process your experiences, emotions, and energy to initiate healing. Therapy matters! It’s time to end the stigma and negative perceptions and incorporate healing in all aspects of your life with a therapist that can relate and identify with your core self.
To my future clients, Hello and Blessings. Thank you for your consideration to begin the process for H.E. R. (Healing Empowering Resilience). Your power to take the initial step and seek therapy, demonstrates that you’re worthy to be connected to a safe, unbiased, and therapeutic environment which will provide you the chance to process your experiences, emotions, and energy to initiate healing. Therapy matters! It’s time to end the stigma and negative perceptions and incorporate healing in all aspects of your life with a therapist that can relate and identify with your core self.

As an LCSW with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, complex trauma, chronic illness, and peripartum issues (including postpartum depression and anxiety). I am dedicated to providing a safe,compassionate space for clients to explore their emotions, gain insight, and develop strategies for healing.
As an LCSW with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, complex trauma, chronic illness, and peripartum issues (including postpartum depression and anxiety). I am dedicated to providing a safe,compassionate space for clients to explore their emotions, gain insight, and develop strategies for healing.

Life is full of twists and turns, transitions, and changes. And while change can be challenging and even scary, it can also be transformative. Whether you are going through a current transition, seeking to heal from one, or actively seeking the skills to make positive change, I hold a mindful space where you can explore the rollercoaster of life with support and compassion. Through mindfulness, ACT, and expressive arts, I’ll help you identify and leverage your strengths to develop effective coping skills, build meaningful relationships, and create a life of happiness through personal growth.
Life is full of twists and turns, transitions, and changes. And while change can be challenging and even scary, it can also be transformative. Whether you are going through a current transition, seeking to heal from one, or actively seeking the skills to make positive change, I hold a mindful space where you can explore the rollercoaster of life with support and compassion. Through mindfulness, ACT, and expressive arts, I’ll help you identify and leverage your strengths to develop effective coping skills, build meaningful relationships, and create a life of happiness through personal growth.

Accepting New Clients. I believe that therapy is a co-created process meant to bring awareness within ourselves and our relationships to create meaningful change. I believe that everyone has the natural capacity to have a fulfilling and desired quality of life. Healing comes into play to meet life’s obstacles so that growth and integration can happen. I look at relative trauma as well as the impact of larger systems. I use mind-body awareness practices to help bring alignment within authentic self. I work to bring non-judgment and trust as transformation occurs.
Accepting New Clients. I believe that therapy is a co-created process meant to bring awareness within ourselves and our relationships to create meaningful change. I believe that everyone has the natural capacity to have a fulfilling and desired quality of life. Healing comes into play to meet life’s obstacles so that growth and integration can happen. I look at relative trauma as well as the impact of larger systems. I use mind-body awareness practices to help bring alignment within authentic self. I work to bring non-judgment and trust as transformation occurs.

I help the helpers: people who are building and maintaining their families, medical caregivers, teachers, and anyone engaged in difficult care work. I support people through infertility, reproductive health journeys, and navigating caregiver challenges with children ages 0-5. I’m experienced in supporting caregivers of twins & triplets, medically fragile children, neurodivergence, processing whole-family traumatic experiences with young children, and caregiving-driven career pivots. I’ve previously worked in Biometrics Research, Community Mental Health, Tech Operations, and Education. I’m deeply committed to our local community.
I help the helpers: people who are building and maintaining their families, medical caregivers, teachers, and anyone engaged in difficult care work. I support people through infertility, reproductive health journeys, and navigating caregiver challenges with children ages 0-5. I’m experienced in supporting caregivers of twins & triplets, medically fragile children, neurodivergence, processing whole-family traumatic experiences with young children, and caregiving-driven career pivots. I’ve previously worked in Biometrics Research, Community Mental Health, Tech Operations, and Education. I’m deeply committed to our local community.

Using a mindfulness-based cognitive approach, I help people deal with self-concept, self-esteem, identity formation and develop the ability to make conscious choices. I deal with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and depression. I have been successful with my own full impact mindfulness technique in dealing with disassociation and psychosis, PTSD and trauma.
Using a mindfulness-based cognitive approach, I help people deal with self-concept, self-esteem, identity formation and develop the ability to make conscious choices. I deal with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and depression. I have been successful with my own full impact mindfulness technique in dealing with disassociation and psychosis, PTSD and trauma.

I work with a wide range of populations including neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients. My counseling philosophy is centered on a holistic approach that addresses life's challenges with self-compassion. I aim to deeply understand clients while giving them the information they need to understand themselves. From there, foster positive self-talk and esteem. Ultimately, I work to build resilience and create authentic connections in client's lives. We can identify important values and confront challenges with confidence and authenticity.
I work with a wide range of populations including neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients. My counseling philosophy is centered on a holistic approach that addresses life's challenges with self-compassion. I aim to deeply understand clients while giving them the information they need to understand themselves. From there, foster positive self-talk and esteem. Ultimately, I work to build resilience and create authentic connections in client's lives. We can identify important values and confront challenges with confidence and authenticity.

My ideal client is someone facing trauma, identity questions, or major life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, but they’re seeking clarity, healing, and a sense of control. They want to understand themselves better and make choices that align with their values. Often impacted by outside pressures or past wounds, they’re looking for a safe, affirming space to explore, grow, and reconnect with their inner strength. They know change is hard but possible and are ready to begin that journey.
My ideal client is someone facing trauma, identity questions, or major life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, but they’re seeking clarity, healing, and a sense of control. They want to understand themselves better and make choices that align with their values. Often impacted by outside pressures or past wounds, they’re looking for a safe, affirming space to explore, grow, and reconnect with their inner strength. They know change is hard but possible and are ready to begin that journey.

Each of us faces a whole host of challenges in our lives. Whether these are challenges from our past that are still affecting us today or situations that are ongoing. Or maybe we’re having a tough time with life in general, and we’re not sure why that is, where it’s coming from, or even how to begin to process what we’re struggling with.
Each of us faces a whole host of challenges in our lives. Whether these are challenges from our past that are still affecting us today or situations that are ongoing. Or maybe we’re having a tough time with life in general, and we’re not sure why that is, where it’s coming from, or even how to begin to process what we’re struggling with.
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Number of Therapists in 15206
200+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in 15206 who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
79% | Self Esteem |
75% | Stress |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | Highmark |
81% | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea |
69% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 15206 see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |