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Dr. Kate Hostetler
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15235  (Online Only)
In my practice, I specialize in counseling psychology, with a particular focus on addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, court involvement, & relationship issues.
My ideal client is someone who values their personal growth and is committed to investing in their own therapy. They are open to discussing challenging topics, exploring the complexities of societal dynamics, seeking ways to cultivate deeper connections, and navigating their emotions with honesty and fairness.
In my practice, I specialize in counseling psychology, with a particular focus on addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, court involvement, & relationship issues.
My ideal client is someone who values their personal growth and is committed to investing in their own therapy. They are open to discussing challenging topics, exploring the complexities of societal dynamics, seeking ways to cultivate deeper connections, and navigating their emotions with honesty and fairness.
(412) 743-8561 View (412) 743-8561
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The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
We've helped clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship difficulties, guilt, shame, trauma, and more.
Our Counseling and Psychiatric team in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills, Cranberry, and Online, specializes in providing compassionate mental health services for you, your marriage, and family. If you're grappling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, communication challenges, or more, we recognize how these issues can impact your desired life. Our counseling team, complemented by telepsychiatry and medication management services, provides evidence-based therapy solutions for you. With personalized treatment plans, our goal is to fast-track your journey to wellness.
We've helped clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship difficulties, guilt, shame, trauma, and more.
Our Counseling and Psychiatric team in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills, Cranberry, and Online, specializes in providing compassionate mental health services for you, your marriage, and family. If you're grappling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, communication challenges, or more, we recognize how these issues can impact your desired life. Our counseling team, complemented by telepsychiatry and medication management services, provides evidence-based therapy solutions for you. With personalized treatment plans, our goal is to fast-track your journey to wellness.
(412) 567-6013 View (412) 567-6013
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The Center for Relational Change
LMFT, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
The Center for Relational Change is Pittsburgh's premier family therapy practice. Our clinicians are skilled, caring, insightful licensed therapists helping individuals, couple and families work through issues of self-worth, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma and abuse, and more. We work with everyone, regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, etc. If you, your partner and/or family are having a difficult time healing from past issues, working through present concerns or want to maintain a healthy future, the Center is a great place to begin investing in yourself and your relationships.
The Center for Relational Change is Pittsburgh's premier family therapy practice. Our clinicians are skilled, caring, insightful licensed therapists helping individuals, couple and families work through issues of self-worth, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma and abuse, and more. We work with everyone, regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, etc. If you, your partner and/or family are having a difficult time healing from past issues, working through present concerns or want to maintain a healthy future, the Center is a great place to begin investing in yourself and your relationships.
(412) 903-3742 View (412) 903-3742
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Robert Bumbaco, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
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.
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.
(412) 329-4749 View (412) 329-4749
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Chris Friend
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15224  (Online Only)
In addition to anxiety and depression, I also work with people who struggle from symptoms of PTSD, BPD, and bipolar disorder.
Hi ya’ll, I’m Chris. The state of the world and our own well-being can often feel very fragile, especially after these last few years. Through counseling I am able to provide an outlet for processing your emotions and actions and finding a way to unstick yourself when you don’t like where you are. Therapy can be a frightening step for many, but I hope to make your journey to a healthier mindset as comfortable and rewarding as possible. My clinical experience and education are focused on working with those who struggle with severe depression and anxiety.
In addition to anxiety and depression, I also work with people who struggle from symptoms of PTSD, BPD, and bipolar disorder.
Hi ya’ll, I’m Chris. The state of the world and our own well-being can often feel very fragile, especially after these last few years. Through counseling I am able to provide an outlet for processing your emotions and actions and finding a way to unstick yourself when you don’t like where you are. Therapy can be a frightening step for many, but I hope to make your journey to a healthier mindset as comfortable and rewarding as possible. My clinical experience and education are focused on working with those who struggle with severe depression and anxiety.
(412) 790-1466 View (412) 790-1466
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Makin Wellness | Online Therapy & Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15222  (Online Only)
We are welcoming new clients now & can help schedule your first session within a few business days with one of our expert providers at Makin Wellness! Do you worry all the time? Is it hard for you to turn your thoughts off? Would you like to enjoy the present moment, but feel like it's impossible because you are so focused on the future or past? So many people live their lives filled with negative thoughts, traumas & depression that eventually affect their work, relationships, and even health. They are unsure of how to let go of their troublesome thoughts or have tried things that made their problems even worse.
We are welcoming new clients now & can help schedule your first session within a few business days with one of our expert providers at Makin Wellness! Do you worry all the time? Is it hard for you to turn your thoughts off? Would you like to enjoy the present moment, but feel like it's impossible because you are so focused on the future or past? So many people live their lives filled with negative thoughts, traumas & depression that eventually affect their work, relationships, and even health. They are unsure of how to let go of their troublesome thoughts or have tried things that made their problems even worse.
(412) 866-2926 View (412) 866-2926
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The Mask Must Go
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15210
My recent work has allowed me to routinely work with individuals and families to resolve trauma, grief, and loss, establish appropriate decision-making skills, and address depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
Healing is often hard, but it can also be joyful and lead to a more fulfilling life and improved relationships. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey toward happiness, acceptance, greater intimacy, peace, and recovery. I will work closely with you to monitor how you are feeling and match your pace in a supportive, safe environment. I would like to assist you in understanding how you have learned to cope with various situations, and how these same coping skills may be getting in your way now. I work from the Person-Centered therapy approach to empower you to acquire a new layer of understanding of who and where you are.
My recent work has allowed me to routinely work with individuals and families to resolve trauma, grief, and loss, establish appropriate decision-making skills, and address depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
Healing is often hard, but it can also be joyful and lead to a more fulfilling life and improved relationships. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey toward happiness, acceptance, greater intimacy, peace, and recovery. I will work closely with you to monitor how you are feeling and match your pace in a supportive, safe environment. I would like to assist you in understanding how you have learned to cope with various situations, and how these same coping skills may be getting in your way now. I work from the Person-Centered therapy approach to empower you to acquire a new layer of understanding of who and where you are.
(412) 896-7129 View (412) 896-7129
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Mauri M. Tate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
There are times when we become aware that our mental health isn't where it needs to be. Life happens to us, and it becomes hard to feel that we have what it takes to manage or deal with it all. Unmanaged symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD are just a few that can make you feel as though you are stuck in an unwanted place in your life. Some people feel too strong to ask for help, while others can't help but to hide and isolate in efforts to escape. No matter where you are in your journey, it's important to know that you have options to get from where you are to where you want to be.
There are times when we become aware that our mental health isn't where it needs to be. Life happens to us, and it becomes hard to feel that we have what it takes to manage or deal with it all. Unmanaged symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD are just a few that can make you feel as though you are stuck in an unwanted place in your life. Some people feel too strong to ask for help, while others can't help but to hide and isolate in efforts to escape. No matter where you are in your journey, it's important to know that you have options to get from where you are to where you want to be.
(412) 776-6245 View (412) 776-6245
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Anna Rastatter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
The foundation of a therapeutic relationship depends on empathy and connection. I work to establish a supportive, non-judgemental space for individuals to focus on growth and healing. My practice emphasizes collaboration, recognizing the client as the expert of their own experience. Although I’ve worked with a variety of people, I enjoy working with women navigating changes across the lifespan, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those experiencing concerns surrounding anxiety and depression, trauma, stress, and grief and loss. I support clients in building on their current strengths and means of coping.
The foundation of a therapeutic relationship depends on empathy and connection. I work to establish a supportive, non-judgemental space for individuals to focus on growth and healing. My practice emphasizes collaboration, recognizing the client as the expert of their own experience. Although I’ve worked with a variety of people, I enjoy working with women navigating changes across the lifespan, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those experiencing concerns surrounding anxiety and depression, trauma, stress, and grief and loss. I support clients in building on their current strengths and means of coping.
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Jodi Lynn Buzzell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
Life has its challenges can be overwhelming and stressful. Individuals, families and couples can be effected by these issues . If you are feeling anxious, depressed or suffering from emotional or substance uses issues, experiencing family or relationship conflicts, let my 12 years of experience working with children, adults, families and couples, assist. My approach for families and couples, is exploring patterns in relationship dynamics, providing insight and improving communication . I have worked with adults and children to develop coping skills to manage emotional issues. Therapy is client centered, strength based and the goal is to empower and reach full potential.
Life has its challenges can be overwhelming and stressful. Individuals, families and couples can be effected by these issues . If you are feeling anxious, depressed or suffering from emotional or substance uses issues, experiencing family or relationship conflicts, let my 12 years of experience working with children, adults, families and couples, assist. My approach for families and couples, is exploring patterns in relationship dynamics, providing insight and improving communication . I have worked with adults and children to develop coping skills to manage emotional issues. Therapy is client centered, strength based and the goal is to empower and reach full potential.
(724) 216-6773 View (724) 216-6773
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Victoria Minor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
I hope to use my counseling experience to help individuals who are struggling with their current life circumstances. I have experience in helping clients with adjustment concerns, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with clients who have personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder. I tailor every clients’ treatment plan to meet their unique and specific needs. My personality as a therapist has been described as being cheerful, friendly, patient, funny, and supportive.
I hope to use my counseling experience to help individuals who are struggling with their current life circumstances. I have experience in helping clients with adjustment concerns, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with clients who have personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder. I tailor every clients’ treatment plan to meet their unique and specific needs. My personality as a therapist has been described as being cheerful, friendly, patient, funny, and supportive.
(412) 530-4477 x127 View (412) 530-4477 x127
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Think Better Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Everyone comes to a point in their life where they find themselves struggling to reach their potential. Whether this struggle includes feelings of depression or anxiety, or it involves a deeper issue, no one has to go through the struggle alone. Sometimes we go through unexpected changes, whether in our professional life, our personal relationships, or even the state of the world. It is times like these where having the right support matters most.
Everyone comes to a point in their life where they find themselves struggling to reach their potential. Whether this struggle includes feelings of depression or anxiety, or it involves a deeper issue, no one has to go through the struggle alone. Sometimes we go through unexpected changes, whether in our professional life, our personal relationships, or even the state of the world. It is times like these where having the right support matters most.
(878) 217-8386 View (878) 217-8386
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Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Christy has significant experience working with ADHD, aggression, anxiety, depression, bipolar, gender and sexual identity, borderline personality disorder BPD, impulse-control issues, grief and loss, attachment related issues, peer and family issues, low self-esteem, trauma and PTSD (including sexual assault), self-harming, and suicidal ideations/attempts.
Christy ​graduated from Allegheny College with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She then went on to complete her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Gannon University. Before moving to Pittsburgh, Christy previously worked in the highest level of care in the state for adolescents through the Enhanced Residential Units at Perseus House, in Erie, PA. While here, she has previously worked in school-based outpatient services in Pittsburgh Public School District and West Mifflin Area School District​, through Wesley Family Services and Family Behavioral Resources, respectively.
Christy has significant experience working with ADHD, aggression, anxiety, depression, bipolar, gender and sexual identity, borderline personality disorder BPD, impulse-control issues, grief and loss, attachment related issues, peer and family issues, low self-esteem, trauma and PTSD (including sexual assault), self-harming, and suicidal ideations/attempts.
Christy ​graduated from Allegheny College with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She then went on to complete her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Gannon University. Before moving to Pittsburgh, Christy previously worked in the highest level of care in the state for adolescents through the Enhanced Residential Units at Perseus House, in Erie, PA. While here, she has previously worked in school-based outpatient services in Pittsburgh Public School District and West Mifflin Area School District​, through Wesley Family Services and Family Behavioral Resources, respectively.
(412) 267-7211 View (412) 267-7211
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Katherine Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
My experience also extends to working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and low self-esteem.
Is your relationship with food and body image getting in the way of the life you wish to live? Are you overwhelmed by unpleasant thoughts and emotions linked to your appearance, self-esteem, and concerns about food? I have a passion for helping individuals develop a normalized relationship with food, weight, and shape! Together, we can discover and change the barriers to achieving a sense of peace and joy around food and body image.
My experience also extends to working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and low self-esteem.
Is your relationship with food and body image getting in the way of the life you wish to live? Are you overwhelmed by unpleasant thoughts and emotions linked to your appearance, self-esteem, and concerns about food? I have a passion for helping individuals develop a normalized relationship with food, weight, and shape! Together, we can discover and change the barriers to achieving a sense of peace and joy around food and body image.
(412) 743-8972 View (412) 743-8972
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Callan Weisser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Callan Weisser, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I have a master's degree in Professional Counseling from Carlow University. I work with children, teens, emerging adults and adults with a variety of mental health needs including Anxiety, Depression, self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions such as co-parenting, career, and college transitions.
Hi, my name is Callan Weisser, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I have a master's degree in Professional Counseling from Carlow University. I work with children, teens, emerging adults and adults with a variety of mental health needs including Anxiety, Depression, self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions such as co-parenting, career, and college transitions.
(412) 776-6165 View (412) 776-6165
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Sandra Maria Pattinato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
I have 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in a number of different settings and with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. My priority is to meet the client where he or she is and help him or her by providing support, aid and guidance, so the client can work through processing the past, identifying present patterns and taking steps toward long lasting changes while addressing the client’s fears, challenges and worries along the way.
I have 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in a number of different settings and with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. My priority is to meet the client where he or she is and help him or her by providing support, aid and guidance, so the client can work through processing the past, identifying present patterns and taking steps toward long lasting changes while addressing the client’s fears, challenges and worries along the way.
(412) 547-5734 View (412) 547-5734
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Cayla Tulick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Every therapeutic relationship is unique and each person brings their own circumstances to therapy. These circumstances often include difficulties with life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, feelings of depression and anxiety and challenges in relationships.
Accepting new clients. Every therapeutic relationship is unique and each person brings their own circumstances to therapy. These circumstances often include difficulties with life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, feelings of depression and anxiety and challenges in relationships.
(878) 216-7002 View (878) 216-7002
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John R White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
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.
(412) 329-6364 x1 View (412) 329-6364 x1
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Stay Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Stay Counseling Center s a group psychotherapy practice located in the South Hills. If you are seeking services to manage day to day stress,relationship issues, trauma, depression, panic, anxiety or other issues that create distress and compromise our day to day living. We invite you to share with us the possibly of personal and relational growth.
Stay Counseling Center s a group psychotherapy practice located in the South Hills. If you are seeking services to manage day to day stress,relationship issues, trauma, depression, panic, anxiety or other issues that create distress and compromise our day to day living. We invite you to share with us the possibly of personal and relational growth.
(412) 455-6930 View (412) 455-6930
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Jordan Stash
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Jordan Stash is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience in the mental health field. He has experience working with all age groups, including children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. He strives to assist his clients in a variety of ways, helping them navigate through difficult times, processing emotions, and more. He specializes in several areas including depression, anxiety, gender identity, sexual orientation, LGBTQIA+ issues, and child therapy.
Jordan Stash is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience in the mental health field. He has experience working with all age groups, including children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. He strives to assist his clients in a variety of ways, helping them navigate through difficult times, processing emotions, and more. He specializes in several areas including depression, anxiety, gender identity, sexual orientation, LGBTQIA+ issues, and child therapy.
(412) 896-7554 View (412) 896-7554
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.