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Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
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Christy A Duffer

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC (she, her)

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3 Endorsed
470 Streets Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Let's Connect (412) 453-0331
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Ren & Rei has multiple therapists available. Owner- Christy ​graduated from Allegheny College with a degree in Psychology, 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.
Please feel free to contact through this site or through the website to see if Christy or any of the other clinicians at Ren & Rei Counseling are a good fit! Email is best for contacting us. Also understand that this office has animals present in the suite. Feel free to check us out on Facebook or Instagram!
Take the first step to help. Call or Christy A Duffer now - (412) 453-0331

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ren & Rei Counseling Company

470 Streets Run Road

Pittsburgh, PA 15236 map

(412) 453-0331
My website
Hi! I like to offer individual therapy sessions both in person and virtual. My animals love to join as well!
I specialize in Anxiety, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Self-Harming 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (412) 453-0331
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ren & Rei Counseling Company

470 Streets Run Road

Pittsburgh, PA 15236 map

(412) 453-0331
My website
Hi! I like to offer individual therapy sessions both in person and virtual. My animals love to join as well!
I specialize in Anxiety, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Self-Harming 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $100

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Highmark
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
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Co payments are due within 2 weeks of services provided.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331
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Co payments are due within 2 weeks of services provided.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC010496 Christy A Duffer
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended Gannon University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2015
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I've worked in the highest level of care in the state for teens and now run my own group private practice where I supervise multiple LAPCs.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331
"
I've worked in the highest level of care in the state for teens and now run my own group private practice where I supervise multiple LAPCs.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Self-Harming

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I have experience working with many different concerns, however trauma and suicidal and non-suicidal self harming are one of my biggest areas that I work.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331
"
I have experience working with many different concerns, however trauma and suicidal and non-suicidal self harming are one of my biggest areas that I work.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331

3 Endorsements

Caitlyn Hemphill
Caitlyn Hemphill
Licensed Associate Professional CounselorLAPC
Christy is passionate about empowering clients and making the therapeutic space feel safe and comfortable!
Stelle Scott
Stelle Scott
CounselorLAPCMSCP
Warm, kind, and extremely humanizing! A wonderful person to talk to while working through healing or current struggles.
Lily Miller
Lily Miller
Counselor
Christy is my supervisor for obtaining my LPC and offers me a wealth of support and knowledge as I manage my client caseload.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Adlerian
  • Animal therapy-Cat and Dog
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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The majority of my day is spent in a very person centered manner. That means I want to meet my clients where they are at and pick how we move forward together rather than always assuming I know what is best. Depending on the client, I can incorporate different styles that fit them best.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331
"
The majority of my day is spent in a very person centered manner. That means I want to meet my clients where they are at and pick how we move forward together rather than always assuming I know what is best. Depending on the client, I can incorporate different styles that fit them best.
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (412) 453-0331

Location

Primary Location

Ren & Rei Counseling Company

470 Streets Run Road

Pittsburgh, PA 15236

(412) 453-0331

Nearby Areas

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Hi! I like to offer individual therapy sessions both in person and virtual. My animals love to join as well!
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 453-0331
"
Hi! I like to offer individual therapy sessions both in person and virtual. My animals love to join as well!
Photo of Christy A Duffer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Christy A Duffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 453-0331