Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Hi there, I am Danica, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 17 years of experience in the mental health and addiction field. My approach is warm, compassionate and supportive in a comfortable nonjudgmental environment. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma, military, depression, addiction, bipolar and others.

My ideal client is one with motivation for self-care, openness to change, and a desire to learn more about themselves and others. My ideal population consists of adults with a mental health diagnosis of anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use disorder, and other increasingly complex diagnoses. However, I am also devoted to assisting those seeking help without a defined diagnosis and who are beginning therapy without a clear vision of treatment needs. I welcome working with anyone who may benefit from my skillset who is dealing with life’s many challenges and searching for a clearer definition and understanding of their stressors.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors. I work with my clients to identify realistic and attainable personal goals and encourage them through the process of change. I provide a safe and relaxed environment to process life’s complications such as substance abuse, relationship issues, phase of life difficulties, anxiety and depression, workplace struggles and more.

Have you felt anxious or depressed lately? Do you need help working through relationship issues? Are you or someone you know struggling with addiction? My clients have learned to develop a plan that allows them to pursue a balanced and productive lifestyle. My approach has always been to help my clients develop the insights, skills, and confidence to achieve their goals. My goal is to offer a caring environment where my clients feel at ease. I often use video counseling to allow my clients to receive services from the comfort of their own homes because we all lead busy lives.

I am an LCSW that has been in the field of counseling and social work since 1995. I am of the belief that everyone deserves help and support with dignity and respect. I specialize in addictions, gambling addiction, dual diagnosis, GLBT issues, grief and bereavement issues as well as have over 15 years experience in hospice and helping patients and their families cope with end of life issues. In addition I have expertise in group counseling for early recovery, families in recovery and grief support.

An ideal client would present with their struggle in transparency, with the desire to grow, and put in the work to achieve goals. That could be managing emotions, holding a job, rebuilding relationships, or perhaps implementing more self-care. A client who wants to heal, find peace, and promote balance and autonomy. I am very easygoing, and really like to showcase my ability to promote a safe trusting environment. It is okay to feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed in life; I hope to encourage and normalize the need to take care of ourselves.

I enjoy working with adults who struggle with addiction, mental health, and trauma. 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.

Don’t give up. Did you know that you have the right to choose a new therapist as many times as it takes to find one that works for you? Many people feel stuck with an ineffective therapist, and that can feel like therapy doesn’t work. With the help of a trusted therapist you can gain the awareness and skills to cope better, feel better, and do better for yourself. I hope to be that therapist for you. I believe that you are the expert in your own life. In therapy, your part is to be honest with yourself, open to new ideas, and willing to make changes. My only job is to guide and support you on your journey of self-discovery.

I wonder if you have looked for ways to ease discomfort? Ways to alleviate stress and worry. Behaviors and attitudes, like substance use, anxiety, depression or, being emotionally guarded, once served as protection, have become fixed challenges that have stopped you from growing. And it's scary to think of what it might take to change any of this, so you've stayed stuck. Through therapy you'll grow, you'll learn where the behaviors and attitudes came from, how they served you, what you need from them now, and you will get unstuck. I would be honored to support you in your process.

Whether you’re ready to make a change, or need someone to hold space for you while you figure out the conditions needed to do so, I would be grateful to assist you on your journey to improved mental health. Feeling like one can be their authentic self is key to getting to the root of concerns like anxiety and depression—and I aim to create a space so this discovery may occur. As a Duquesne University graduate, with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy, I've worked in a variety of settings-including inpatient, mobile family therapy, and at substance abuse facilities. I am a LPC & Nationally Certified Counselor.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have worked with individuals struggling with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, anger, grief and addiction. I aim to create a safe, supportive environment for my clients to process their emotions, and to create positive change in their lives. I hope to help my clients gain a healthier relationship with themselves by challenging their critical self-talk. I have worked with may people who think and say harsh, or even cruel things to themselves; that they would never say to another person, or a friend.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes working with adults and couples. I am an EMDR trained clinician and have a history of working with clients in treatment facilities for substance use disorders, co-occuring disorders including trauma and anxiety, and completing forensic assessments.

Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.

"Life will give you whatever experience is most helpful for the evolution of your consciousness. How do you know this is the experience you need? Because this is the experience you are having at the moment." Eckhart Tolle ~ If you are having life struggles, let's talk more and see how I may help you along this journey called life. I feel a strong therapeutic relationship is the best predictor of success in therapy. I believe therapy should be collaborative and tailored to your needs. If you think I can help you along your path, please call and we can talk more.

Life is full of change and stress, at one time or another we have all struggled to cope with these things. Sometimes it may feel overwhelming trying to balance all the demands of life. Let’s be honest, life can be messy! You don’t have to go through these things alone. Are you looking to talk through your changes/stressors with someone that is unbiased and non-judgmental? I am passionate about helping others and am here to support you through changes and assist you in achieving a happier and healthier life.

I will teach you how to live fully in each moment, be unapologetically and authentically you, cope with stress more effectively, regulate your emotions, and improve your relationships with others. My ideal client is ready to work with me, as i support and guide them. I will work with you if you feel like you're doing mostly ok, and I will work with you if you feel like you are a mess and don't even know where to start. Healing is hard work, but it's so worthwhile and I'd love to help you get to the other side and be able to live your best life as your best, most authentic self.

My ideal clients have issues with anxiety, depression, addiction and grief. Those who have little to no family support or friend network to rely on during difficult times. I work with people who struggle with alcoholism and drug abuse and repeated relapse. I also specialize in Adult Children of Alcoholism or Dysfunctional Homes. Many of my clients need help making life decisions especially between the ages of 16-26. Also those who are in transition either from divorce, from college to the workplace and single parents. Most everyone needs to know if they are going to be okay and if they are, how will they be okay.

Hi there, I’m Jim. Do you feel stuck, unable to overcome challenges you face? Are you struggling to meet your goals? Is it difficult being pulled in multiple directions without finding the answers you are looking for? I help people overcome the adversity they face everyday. Together, we can build a plan that allows you the freedom to overcome these obstacles. We’ll build upon the skills set you currently have to implement natural attainable growth. We will figure out ways to get you to place where you feel back in control of your life.

Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment. Individual therapy works to identify thoughts and behaviors that lead to substance abuse. Group therapy allows clients to work together on common experiences they share through their recovery and feedback with peer-to-peer input. Therapy includes: Family, Anger Management, and Interventions. We can also provide help with interventions, links to other resources in the recovery community, DUI assessments, and forensic assessments.