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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Amana Carvalho

Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
Let's Connect (724) 242-8738
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Accepting new clients! Insurance-covered TeleHealth-Psychotherapy in PA and WV. Self-pay TeleHealth-Psychotherapy nationwide! Contact me to have your health insurance benefits verified. It takes strength & courage to acknowledge personal shortcomings, painful experiences, & life stressors. I commend you for seeking professional help & I would be honored to be part of your journey of healing & self-improvement. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist, lesbian, & woman of color.
My professional training, personal identities & life experiences have enabled me to understand & help a variety of therapy clients. My therapeutic style is collaborative & non-judgmental. I strive to create a safe space where individuals can process life experiences, figure out who they are, what they value & develop healthier coping skills.
I have helped clients address struggles with anxiety, depression, self-injury, low self-esteem, lesbian/gay/bisexual & transgender identity issues, family relationship difficulties, religious traumas, & eating disorders / negative body image. My clinical specialties are LGBTQ issues and eating disorders. I provide transgender-affirming healthcare.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Amana Carvalho now - (724) 242-8738

My Practice at a Glance

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Dr. Amana Carvalho

Wexford, PA 15090

(724) 242-8738

Morgantown, WV 26501

The most significant aspect of treatment is our relationship.
I specialize in Transgender, Lesbian and Eating Disorders 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Dr. Amana Carvalho
Let's Connect (724) 242-8738
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Dr. Amana Carvalho

Wexford, PA 15090

(724) 242-8738

Morgantown, WV 26501

The most significant aspect of treatment is our relationship.
I specialize in Transgender, Lesbian and Eating Disorders 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Dr. Amana Carvalho

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Highmark
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Optum
  • Peak Health
  • Public Employees Insurance Agency
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am an In-Network Provider with several health insurance carriers.
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
or call with questions - (724) 242-8738
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I am an In-Network Provider with several health insurance carriers.
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
or call with questions - (724) 242-8738

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PS016681 Amana Carvalho
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Attended Virginia Consortium Program, Graduated 2006
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: West Virginia Board of Examiners of Psychologists 1376
  • Certificate from World Professional Assn for Transgender Health
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I am licensed in PA and WV. I also have the "Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology" (APIT) from the PsyPact Commission (ID Number: 19800; Issued Sept. 2024).
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
or call with questions - (724) 242-8738
"
I am licensed in PA and WV. I also have the "Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology" (APIT) from the PsyPact Commission (ID Number: 19800; Issued Sept. 2024).
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
or call with questions - (724) 242-8738

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Transgender
  • Lesbian
  • Eating Disorders

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Identity exploration Self-esteem
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in LGBTQ healthcare and provide affirming clinical care, helping clients become their true selves. I work within a coordinated clinical care model when addressing eating disorders, including Nutritional Counseling and Psychiatric Pharmacotherapy.
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
or call with questions - (724) 242-8738
"
I specialize in LGBTQ healthcare and provide affirming clinical care, helping clients become their true selves. I work within a coordinated clinical care model when addressing eating disorders, including Nutritional Counseling and Psychiatric Pharmacotherapy.
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
or call with questions - (724) 242-8738

8 Endorsements

Holly Danner/Positive Pathways Psychotherapy, PLLC
Holly Danner/Positive Pathways Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSWMSWEMDR-CMHA
Dr Carvalho provides a deep level of attunement through an eclectic, humanistic, evidence-based skill set, including ACT, Insight-Oriented, and Emotion Focused. She is deeply committed to best serving the LGBTQIA+ community spanning PA and WV. Recommended!
Dr. Nicole Brynes
Dr. Nicole Brynes
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPPMHNP
Dr. Amana Carvalho, is a gifted, personable, & caring therapist. She has walked with many through life's challenges with humility & wisdom. Excellent with eating disorder work, LGBTQ folks, relationship challenges, mood/anxiety & more. Highly recommend.
Taffie Bucci
Taffie Bucci
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
Dr. Carvalho is an excellent clinician for the LGBTQ community.
Kelly Ann Dowiak LPC
Kelly Ann Dowiak LPC
CounselorLMHCLPCDBTCQS
Amana gives you a sense of expertise and empowerment to her work. She is devoted to a collaborative approach for the well-being of our community and the individual.
Lauren E Cormier
Lauren E Cormier
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Amana is compassionate & knowledgeable, an excellent resource to the LGBTQ community in the North of Pittsburgh!
Jill C Baird
Jill C Baird
PsychologistPhDCST
I frequently refer people to Dr. Carvalho for therapy. In addition to being a highly ethical and caring psychotherapist, she has years of experience helping people with a wide range of concerns. Dr. Carvalho is particularly sensitive to the needs and conc...
Sina King
Sina King
CounselorMSLPCRDN
I wholeheartedly endorse Amana as a compassionate & skilled clinician specializing in eating disorders, body image, & identity-based work. She brings deep clinical insight, warmth, & authenticity to the therapeutic relationship & I enjoy working with her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Assertiveness/Self-Advocacy Training
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (724) 242-8738
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Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (724) 242-8738

Location

Primary Location

Dr. Amana Carvalho

Wexford, PA 15090

(724) 242-8738

Additional Location

Morgantown, WV 26501

(724) 242-8738
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The most significant aspect of treatment is our relationship.
Photo of Dr. Amana Carvalho, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (724) 242-8738
"
The most significant aspect of treatment is our relationship.
Photo of Dr. Amana Carvalho, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Amana Carvalho
Psychologist, PsyD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (724) 242-8738