Therapists in 15217
I believe that it is really important for a person to feel that someone truly hears and understands them. My approach is to create a space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood. From that place, we work together at helping you explore the life you want to live, including understanding and changing the obstacles that are getting in the way of your sense of self fulfillment and relatedness to others and the world.
I believe that it is really important for a person to feel that someone truly hears and understands them. My approach is to create a space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood. From that place, we work together at helping you explore the life you want to live, including understanding and changing the obstacles that are getting in the way of your sense of self fulfillment and relatedness to others and the world.
Now accepting new moms/post partum clients for daytime, TeleHealth appointments.
Starting therapy can be tough. At Perennial Growth Counseling, I believe the working relationship is the key to helping people feel better and begin to make changes in their lives. Maybe you are going through a major life transition (had a baby, lost a job, lost a spouse) and need some support. Or you've been struggling with symptoms of depression or anxiety for far too long and want some new perspective and a place to reflect. Have you experienced some traumatic events in your life that are keeping you stuck? Therapy can help.
Now accepting new moms/post partum clients for daytime, TeleHealth appointments.
Starting therapy can be tough. At Perennial Growth Counseling, I believe the working relationship is the key to helping people feel better and begin to make changes in their lives. Maybe you are going through a major life transition (had a baby, lost a job, lost a spouse) and need some support. Or you've been struggling with symptoms of depression or anxiety for far too long and want some new perspective and a place to reflect. Have you experienced some traumatic events in your life that are keeping you stuck? Therapy can help.
Accepting new clients as of 3/1/26
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Therapy is a safe space to explore your life and find empathy for yourself. I am passionate about supporting my clients in their journey to discovering their best selves. Finding your best self can look like healing your past trauma, building your confidence, discovering parts of yourself you never knew, or finding new ways to connect with others. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I strive to create an inclusive space for people from all walks of life. My previous work experience has prepared me to support a wide variety of clients, including those with extensive trauma histories.
Accepting new clients as of 3/1/26
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Therapy is a safe space to explore your life and find empathy for yourself. I am passionate about supporting my clients in their journey to discovering their best selves. Finding your best self can look like healing your past trauma, building your confidence, discovering parts of yourself you never knew, or finding new ways to connect with others. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I strive to create an inclusive space for people from all walks of life. My previous work experience has prepared me to support a wide variety of clients, including those with extensive trauma histories.
Navigating life's existential questions can be hard. Why do I feel so empty? Do I matter? What's it all mean? What shall I do with my life? A philosopher can guide you through these issues in a way that most psychologists can't. So let me help! Free initial consultations and reasonable rates.
Navigating life's existential questions can be hard. Why do I feel so empty? Do I matter? What's it all mean? What shall I do with my life? A philosopher can guide you through these issues in a way that most psychologists can't. So let me help! Free initial consultations and reasonable rates.
Life can be full of surprises, not all of them happy. There may be times when, quite out of the blue, you feel anxious, depressed, or just plain stuck. Even in the midst of personal, financial and professional success, you might still find you are struggling emotionally, interiorly questioning, wondering whether all the energy and time you have put into your life is really paying off. Often, you may not know what exactly is troubling you and yet feel quite certain that something is not quite right inside. When it feels this way, therapy can help.
Life can be full of surprises, not all of them happy. There may be times when, quite out of the blue, you feel anxious, depressed, or just plain stuck. Even in the midst of personal, financial and professional success, you might still find you are struggling emotionally, interiorly questioning, wondering whether all the energy and time you have put into your life is really paying off. Often, you may not know what exactly is troubling you and yet feel quite certain that something is not quite right inside. When it feels this way, therapy can help.
Travis W Schermer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
4 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Waitlist for new clients
It is not my place to tell you how to feel or how to be in response to life; your experiences, desires, and goals are your own. It is my job to work on understanding, as best I can, what you envision for your life and assist you in bringing it into the world. Sometimes this work can be focused on a particular area or issue, while other times it can feel harder to pin-down the exact cause. We start where you are and then collaborate on finding a way forward together.
It is not my place to tell you how to feel or how to be in response to life; your experiences, desires, and goals are your own. It is my job to work on understanding, as best I can, what you envision for your life and assist you in bringing it into the world. Sometimes this work can be focused on a particular area or issue, while other times it can feel harder to pin-down the exact cause. We start where you are and then collaborate on finding a way forward together.
Patrick S Gann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you're a newcomer, or you've searched high and low for a therapist or counselor to help you through your struggles, I invite you to consider how I might be able to help. Perhaps you are struggling with a chronic mental health condition; perhaps you have experienced a significant stressor or trauma and need help processing it all. You may want insight on how to decrease your suffering, or how to overcome a challenge. Perhaps the intersection of belief and identity is a concern of yours. If any of this sounds like what you're experiencing, I am glad you found your way here.
Whether you're a newcomer, or you've searched high and low for a therapist or counselor to help you through your struggles, I invite you to consider how I might be able to help. Perhaps you are struggling with a chronic mental health condition; perhaps you have experienced a significant stressor or trauma and need help processing it all. You may want insight on how to decrease your suffering, or how to overcome a challenge. Perhaps the intersection of belief and identity is a concern of yours. If any of this sounds like what you're experiencing, I am glad you found your way here.
Sydney Stennett McCarren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and mood concerns, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. I believe empathy and compassion can create a comfortable space to begin to learn about yourself and to create healthy ways to grow and move forward. You deserve to invest in yourself, and I am happy to be a part of your process.
I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and mood concerns, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. I believe empathy and compassion can create a comfortable space to begin to learn about yourself and to create healthy ways to grow and move forward. You deserve to invest in yourself, and I am happy to be a part of your process.
Lauren E Cormier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
9 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical focus is helping clients increase confidence, feel more fulfilled, and create satisfying relationships. I believe people have the inner power to heal and to grow; I can provide empathy and guidance for those who are struggling with this process. My approach to psychotherapy is an integration of CBT, DBT, mindfulness & expressive techniques (i.e., art, writing, yoga) within a trauma-focused model. More simply said, I assist clients in understanding how their relational experiences and perceptions impact their emotions and their stories of their lives, & how to change any aspect that is impeding satisfaction and connection
My clinical focus is helping clients increase confidence, feel more fulfilled, and create satisfying relationships. I believe people have the inner power to heal and to grow; I can provide empathy and guidance for those who are struggling with this process. My approach to psychotherapy is an integration of CBT, DBT, mindfulness & expressive techniques (i.e., art, writing, yoga) within a trauma-focused model. More simply said, I assist clients in understanding how their relational experiences and perceptions impact their emotions and their stories of their lives, & how to change any aspect that is impeding satisfaction and connection
Hi! Thank you for visiting my page. I am so glad that you are taking an important step towards your goals. My name is Dr. Lei (pronounced /lay/) Wang (/wong/) and my pronouns are she/her/她. I am originally from Taipei, Taiwan. I received my M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri and my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington. I am a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and currently provide both in-person and teletherapy to clients in 40+ PsyPact states. I have over a decade of experience working with clients to overcome most presenting issues (e.g., anxiety, depression).
Hi! Thank you for visiting my page. I am so glad that you are taking an important step towards your goals. My name is Dr. Lei (pronounced /lay/) Wang (/wong/) and my pronouns are she/her/她. I am originally from Taipei, Taiwan. I received my M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri and my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington. I am a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania and currently provide both in-person and teletherapy to clients in 40+ PsyPact states. I have over a decade of experience working with clients to overcome most presenting issues (e.g., anxiety, depression).
Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in couples, marriage, and sex therapy utilizing an integrative approach. I believe that every individual and couple are unique and a strengths-based approach focused on resiliency helps clients achieve the best possible outcome.
In our work together, you'll feel safe to express your true sexual wants, needs, and desires without shame or judgment. You'll gain the confidence and clarity to create a deeply satisfying and authentic sex life.
I specialize in couples, marriage, and sex therapy utilizing an integrative approach. I believe that every individual and couple are unique and a strengths-based approach focused on resiliency helps clients achieve the best possible outcome.
In our work together, you'll feel safe to express your true sexual wants, needs, and desires without shame or judgment. You'll gain the confidence and clarity to create a deeply satisfying and authentic sex life.
Leigh Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist for Fall 2025 - Hello! I provide a warm, non judgmental environment for you to explore your thoughts, habits and behavior holding you back from achieving authentic happiness. I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety and with the effects of addiction. ADHD impacts all areas of your life and my goal is to help you get your life back on track, restore hope and work towards inner peace. I also have an interest in helping individuals deal with depression, and newly diagnosed illnesses specifically multiple sclerosis. Having lived on 3 continents I work with clients struggling with change and life transitions.
Waitlist for Fall 2025 - Hello! I provide a warm, non judgmental environment for you to explore your thoughts, habits and behavior holding you back from achieving authentic happiness. I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety and with the effects of addiction. ADHD impacts all areas of your life and my goal is to help you get your life back on track, restore hope and work towards inner peace. I also have an interest in helping individuals deal with depression, and newly diagnosed illnesses specifically multiple sclerosis. Having lived on 3 continents I work with clients struggling with change and life transitions.
Katherine A Heron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in university settings and outpatient clinical settings. I utilize both solution-focused and depth-oriented therapy, depending upon your personal needs.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in university settings and outpatient clinical settings. I utilize both solution-focused and depth-oriented therapy, depending upon your personal needs.
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.
Dana L. Kirkpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CST, CSTS
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Contact for Sex Therapy Consultation and Supervision. Those looking to make positive changes or better manage life's complexities will benefit from introspection and insight through therapeutic guidance. My clients tend to be busy professionals, often navigating both internal and/or external challenges. I aim to offer goal-oriented, open minded mental health support for those dealing with complex issues and stresses of all kinds.
Contact for Sex Therapy Consultation and Supervision. Those looking to make positive changes or better manage life's complexities will benefit from introspection and insight through therapeutic guidance. My clients tend to be busy professionals, often navigating both internal and/or external challenges. I aim to offer goal-oriented, open minded mental health support for those dealing with complex issues and stresses of all kinds.
Our greatest challenges often shape us yet offer an opportunity to learn and move forward. Psychotherapy is an helpful way to proceed. My approach is based on years of extensive experience with individuals, children, and families. I maintain a safe and secure atmosphere where clients can work through a variety of issues. Each family and individual is unique. I provide a relaxed, supportive, and positive environment for success. Therapy begins with building a trusting relationship. Together we then set goals based on strengths and challenges while utilizing evidence-based practices supplemented with personalized therapeutic approaches to help meet your goals.
Our greatest challenges often shape us yet offer an opportunity to learn and move forward. Psychotherapy is an helpful way to proceed. My approach is based on years of extensive experience with individuals, children, and families. I maintain a safe and secure atmosphere where clients can work through a variety of issues. Each family and individual is unique. I provide a relaxed, supportive, and positive environment for success. Therapy begins with building a trusting relationship. Together we then set goals based on strengths and challenges while utilizing evidence-based practices supplemented with personalized therapeutic approaches to help meet your goals.
Loving Me Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I'm Anne Forrest, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Self-Esteem Coach. I believe that feeling good about ourselves is our birthright, and I help clients to love themselves through individual counseling and self-esteem workshops. I use Gestalt therapy and other approaches which are experiential, feelings-focused, and include the body. I love to work with people who struggle with trauma issues, addictions, and LGBTQIA issues, as well as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, and codependency. I like people who are unconventional, whether that is in their spirituality, gender identity, or any other area.
Hi! I'm Anne Forrest, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Self-Esteem Coach. I believe that feeling good about ourselves is our birthright, and I help clients to love themselves through individual counseling and self-esteem workshops. I use Gestalt therapy and other approaches which are experiential, feelings-focused, and include the body. I love to work with people who struggle with trauma issues, addictions, and LGBTQIA issues, as well as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, and codependency. I like people who are unconventional, whether that is in their spirituality, gender identity, or any other area.
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
It's hard to navigate a world that was built against your needs. My experiences as a queer, nonbinary, neurodivergent adoptee of color have informed my abolitionist practice in solidarity with those affected by interlocking systems of oppression: queer- and transphobia, ableism, racism, White supremacy, fatphobia, xenophobia, capitalism, classism, adoption, etc. I aim to help members of my community deconstruct the complex trauma inherent to such oppression, and explore what constitutes wellbeing amidst difficult material conditions.
It's hard to navigate a world that was built against your needs. My experiences as a queer, nonbinary, neurodivergent adoptee of color have informed my abolitionist practice in solidarity with those affected by interlocking systems of oppression: queer- and transphobia, ableism, racism, White supremacy, fatphobia, xenophobia, capitalism, classism, adoption, etc. I aim to help members of my community deconstruct the complex trauma inherent to such oppression, and explore what constitutes wellbeing amidst difficult material conditions.
Brandi L. Gurcak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist with eleven years of experience I believe therapy provides a safe space through which client and therapist work collaboratively to explore and integrate meaning from one's life experiences. Through increased awareness of one's own narrative, clients gain greater freedom to make choices around how they live in the world. This insight allows individuals a greater sense of well-being, a more defined sense of purpose, and increased internal resources for responding to life's challenges. Incorporating canine animal-assisted therapy allows for clients to have additional support as they work to achieve their goals.
As a therapist with eleven years of experience I believe therapy provides a safe space through which client and therapist work collaboratively to explore and integrate meaning from one's life experiences. Through increased awareness of one's own narrative, clients gain greater freedom to make choices around how they live in the world. This insight allows individuals a greater sense of well-being, a more defined sense of purpose, and increased internal resources for responding to life's challenges. Incorporating canine animal-assisted therapy allows for clients to have additional support as they work to achieve their goals.
Peace and Perspective Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Please note the location change! In these times of uncertainty, everyone could use a little support. As a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment, I'm here to support you, whether you're looking to learn how to better manage stress, a chronic health condition, heal trauma, resolve family conflict, substance abuse/dependency, grief/loss, or manage a mood disorder. We partner together to tailor therapy that addresses your individual needs. Change is always possible and I'd be honored to be a part of your journey.
Please note the location change! In these times of uncertainty, everyone could use a little support. As a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment, I'm here to support you, whether you're looking to learn how to better manage stress, a chronic health condition, heal trauma, resolve family conflict, substance abuse/dependency, grief/loss, or manage a mood disorder. We partner together to tailor therapy that addresses your individual needs. Change is always possible and I'd be honored to be a part of your journey.
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Number of Therapists in 15217
300+
Average cost per session
$138
Therapists in 15217 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 73% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Stress |
| 63% | Grief |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 91% | Highmark |
| 73% | Aetna |
| 72% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 15217 see their clients
| 69% | In Person and Online | |
| 31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |

