Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Becky Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Making the decision to talk with someone about issues in your life can be difficult however it can also be incredibly rewarding. My role as a therapist is to help clients become more self aware and to support them as they work to increase/decrease behaviors and thought patterns that no longer serve them.
Making the decision to talk with someone about issues in your life can be difficult however it can also be incredibly rewarding. My role as a therapist is to help clients become more self aware and to support them as they work to increase/decrease behaviors and thought patterns that no longer serve them.
Karleen K Preator
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Are you interested in creatIng a peaceful home with smoother daily routines and less conflict? I offer relationship-based parent consultation that is respectful, effective, and fun for parents and for children. With my consultation, you will learn about how your children's brain development can affect behaviors and how you can support your children's behavioral growth.
Are you interested in creatIng a peaceful home with smoother daily routines and less conflict? I offer relationship-based parent consultation that is respectful, effective, and fun for parents and for children. With my consultation, you will learn about how your children's brain development can affect behaviors and how you can support your children's behavioral growth.
Shanelle Clay
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15205 (Online Only)
When we are in the middle of finding out about ourselves, solving the problems that we sometimes have no solutions, or mourning what life has brought us, we are growing- Mentally, Emotionally, and Spiritually. Therapy is a place where you can embrace all those things through holding space for wellness and healing. As a clinician who specializes in the healing of Black and Brown people, I ensure that I use therapy modalities and the lived experience to assist in the healing process.
When we are in the middle of finding out about ourselves, solving the problems that we sometimes have no solutions, or mourning what life has brought us, we are growing- Mentally, Emotionally, and Spiritually. Therapy is a place where you can embrace all those things through holding space for wellness and healing. As a clinician who specializes in the healing of Black and Brown people, I ensure that I use therapy modalities and the lived experience to assist in the healing process.
Michael Balsan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Online Only)
Are you struggling and don’t know why? I provide psychotherapy to individuals who feel lost, burned out, and want something better. I work with engineers, industry leaders, and high-achieving professionals who find that their excellence is not leaving them satisfied. I offer evidence-based treatments for depression, anxiety, and stress-related problems.
Are you struggling and don’t know why? I provide psychotherapy to individuals who feel lost, burned out, and want something better. I work with engineers, industry leaders, and high-achieving professionals who find that their excellence is not leaving them satisfied. I offer evidence-based treatments for depression, anxiety, and stress-related problems.
Krista Townsend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life is a process of healing and growing, with many fluctuations along the way. Sometimes we need additional support as we do this processing and I offer a non-judgemental space for clients to grow and gain insight into past and current experiences. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a brave space to explore relational dynamics and gain an understanding of our relational patterns influencing our interactions with ourselves and others. I am also a certified yoga instructor via YogaRoots on Location and incorporate elements of this training into my practice as appropriate and desired by clients.
Life is a process of healing and growing, with many fluctuations along the way. Sometimes we need additional support as we do this processing and I offer a non-judgemental space for clients to grow and gain insight into past and current experiences. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a brave space to explore relational dynamics and gain an understanding of our relational patterns influencing our interactions with ourselves and others. I am also a certified yoga instructor via YogaRoots on Location and incorporate elements of this training into my practice as appropriate and desired by clients.
Heather Hodges
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Heather Hodges is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with kids as young as 4, elderly clients, and everyone in between. She is driven and passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults overcome the hardships that life brings. Heather has a vast amount of experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and much more. She will strive to help you reach your potential and wants to meet you where you are. Heather has a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
Heather Hodges is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with kids as young as 4, elderly clients, and everyone in between. She is driven and passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults overcome the hardships that life brings. Heather has a vast amount of experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and much more. She will strive to help you reach your potential and wants to meet you where you are. Heather has a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
Dane R Franko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Do you feel like your isolated, stuck, out-of-control, depressed, anxious, having difficulty relating to others, drinking/using substances too much, or just lacking a sense of direction/purpose? Do you get the sense that the world is against you or that whatever you do it’s not enough? For 20 years, I have honed my style to support personal growth by helping individuals honor/understand his/her/their style as necessary for survival, while promoting development of newer/adaptive styles that enable meaningful relationships, enhanced self-confidence, meet challenges of aging, life-transitions, grief/loss, trauma, and anger management.
Do you feel like your isolated, stuck, out-of-control, depressed, anxious, having difficulty relating to others, drinking/using substances too much, or just lacking a sense of direction/purpose? Do you get the sense that the world is against you or that whatever you do it’s not enough? For 20 years, I have honed my style to support personal growth by helping individuals honor/understand his/her/their style as necessary for survival, while promoting development of newer/adaptive styles that enable meaningful relationships, enhanced self-confidence, meet challenges of aging, life-transitions, grief/loss, trauma, and anger management.
Jennifer Costa Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Now offering in person sessions on select days. Virtual daytime openings available. I believe therapy is a rewarding and challenging journey. Therapy can support you with overall health and wellness. Are you seeking more balance in your life? Would you like to be able to learn and utilize healthier coping skills to manage stress/anxiety/depression? The therapeutic process can meet you with where YOU are at in your life at this time. As you may be seeking a way to resolve a conflict within family or marriage or maybe you have never resolved issues from your past that are still causing you negative emotions in the present.
Now offering in person sessions on select days. Virtual daytime openings available. I believe therapy is a rewarding and challenging journey. Therapy can support you with overall health and wellness. Are you seeking more balance in your life? Would you like to be able to learn and utilize healthier coping skills to manage stress/anxiety/depression? The therapeutic process can meet you with where YOU are at in your life at this time. As you may be seeking a way to resolve a conflict within family or marriage or maybe you have never resolved issues from your past that are still causing you negative emotions in the present.
Ivan L Lambert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACHT
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a Wellness approach focusing improving quality of life, and working through the emotional blocks that stop emotional & spiritual growth. I bring almost 40 plus years of experience towards a large variety of life issues. Using Heart-Centered therapies - working a soul level, informed by Positive Psychology/Clean Language, I help clients tap into resources found deep within that strive to surface for resolution, wholeness and health.
I provide a Wellness approach focusing improving quality of life, and working through the emotional blocks that stop emotional & spiritual growth. I bring almost 40 plus years of experience towards a large variety of life issues. Using Heart-Centered therapies - working a soul level, informed by Positive Psychology/Clean Language, I help clients tap into resources found deep within that strive to surface for resolution, wholeness and health.
Alex Buffone
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
If you are experiencing stress with everyday life, struggling with identity development, interested in parenting support, or simply need someone to be a sounding board, I would be a great fit. I strive to create a warm, relaxed, environment where clients can share whatever is on their minds, and we can address each concern one by one. Initially I will get to know you and what brings you to therapy. We will then begin exploring any issues that are interfering with your daily life. It is my hope that through our counseling sessions, you will feel safe to grow, develop new skills, and be a more authentic you.
If you are experiencing stress with everyday life, struggling with identity development, interested in parenting support, or simply need someone to be a sounding board, I would be a great fit. I strive to create a warm, relaxed, environment where clients can share whatever is on their minds, and we can address each concern one by one. Initially I will get to know you and what brings you to therapy. We will then begin exploring any issues that are interfering with your daily life. It is my hope that through our counseling sessions, you will feel safe to grow, develop new skills, and be a more authentic you.
Madison Krull
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Online Only)
INSTANT availability for Aetna and self-pay clients! Are the ups and downs of life too much to handle all at once? Are your relationships suffering as a result? I strive to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where you can openly be yourself. I will show up to each session exuding curiosity, empathy, respect, and humor. Together we will understand and navigate the struggles or mental health challenges that no longer serve you. In tandem, we will develop insight, strategies, and skills to help you navigate your life with meaning and authenticity.
INSTANT availability for Aetna and self-pay clients! Are the ups and downs of life too much to handle all at once? Are your relationships suffering as a result? I strive to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where you can openly be yourself. I will show up to each session exuding curiosity, empathy, respect, and humor. Together we will understand and navigate the struggles or mental health challenges that no longer serve you. In tandem, we will develop insight, strategies, and skills to help you navigate your life with meaning and authenticity.
15 Second Videos
Michael Balsan
Madison Krull
Antoinette Donofrio
Leigh Hendrix
Kim Saft
Amanda Ludwig -Becoming Whole Counseling Consulting
Courtney Orlowski (Previously Frist)
Emily Zeller
Chelsie Musisko
Rahmah Albugami
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Rachael D Goss
Tiffany Song
Avellar Warden Psychological Associates
HeART Felt Therapy LLC
Katie Hido
Cody McConnell
Diana Lynne Shaban
Brian J. Ferraccio
Sarah Arend
Makin Wellness | Online Therapy & Counseling
Randy Potter
Tori Romberger
Amy K. Bucciere
Fran Meenan
Elizabeth A Turak
Alonia Slappy
Erin Kilpatrick
Madison Rice
Maddison Fyffe
Travis W Schermer
Audrey Miller
Rosa Ellenberger
Amy Gamble-Moore
Casey Watkins
Jessica Trent
Tracey S. McCarthy
Daniel Rhodes
The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Autumn Goodson
Dominique Dove
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Intentional Simplicity LLC
Casey McFarland
Alaina Schrader
Liz Chaney
Loving Me Solutions
Kelli Stebler
Abbie Quinby
Elizabeth Gilmore
Antoinette Donofrio
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Have you been wanting to address difficult feelings or make needed changes? Struggling to identify barriers or cope with anxiety, depression, or other distressing transitions keeping you from your best life? I offer an open and nonjudgmental space to explore what has been and co-create what could be through self-awareness. I utilize a variety of therapeutic and creative methods to help untangle life’s branches and uncover the root of your suffering. As a current masters-level clinician and doctoral candidate, I am a compassionate thought partner helping to carve a trail towards liberation, healing, and wholeness.
Have you been wanting to address difficult feelings or make needed changes? Struggling to identify barriers or cope with anxiety, depression, or other distressing transitions keeping you from your best life? I offer an open and nonjudgmental space to explore what has been and co-create what could be through self-awareness. I utilize a variety of therapeutic and creative methods to help untangle life’s branches and uncover the root of your suffering. As a current masters-level clinician and doctoral candidate, I am a compassionate thought partner helping to carve a trail towards liberation, healing, and wholeness.
Maria Martin, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15241 (Online Only)
I work with women who struggle with blended high/low self esteem. To the outside world, we are successful and have our shit together. Except we are masters at hiding pain. Inside, we have a black hole filled with guilt, shame, and feeling unworthy. We feel stress managing family, life, career, relationships, and don't feel good enough. We carry trauma in our bodies and it shows up in our daily life. From a young age, we learned self betrayal was pivotal to be worthy of love and to feel good enough. We didn't have a voice. My focus is repairing the damage due to past experiences and how it’s created a critical view to our own self.
I work with women who struggle with blended high/low self esteem. To the outside world, we are successful and have our shit together. Except we are masters at hiding pain. Inside, we have a black hole filled with guilt, shame, and feeling unworthy. We feel stress managing family, life, career, relationships, and don't feel good enough. We carry trauma in our bodies and it shows up in our daily life. From a young age, we learned self betrayal was pivotal to be worthy of love and to feel good enough. We didn't have a voice. My focus is repairing the damage due to past experiences and how it’s created a critical view to our own self.
Seth Young
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Not accepting new clients
I am an integrative therapist with a multicultural, social justice orientation. I pull from different therapeutic methods to tailor treatment specifically to client needs while also considering the ways that cultural and systemic factors may impact lived experiences. Within my approach, I pay particular attention to clients’ identities, histories, and strengths to promote empowerment and motivation to make meaningful decisions in the present.
I am an integrative therapist with a multicultural, social justice orientation. I pull from different therapeutic methods to tailor treatment specifically to client needs while also considering the ways that cultural and systemic factors may impact lived experiences. Within my approach, I pay particular attention to clients’ identities, histories, and strengths to promote empowerment and motivation to make meaningful decisions in the present.
Madeleine Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Not accepting new clients
*Not currently accepting new clients* I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and depression. If you are struggling with obsessive thoughts, feel out of control, or find yourself confused by your identity, emotions, behaviors, or relationships, I am here to help.
*Not currently accepting new clients* I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and depression. If you are struggling with obsessive thoughts, feel out of control, or find yourself confused by your identity, emotions, behaviors, or relationships, I am here to help.
Elizabeth Reitz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
I specialize in working with children (as young as 2 years old), adolescents, young adults, and families. Even when I am working individually with a child, I involve parents in every session so that the whole family learns new skills and communication patterns. As a parent myself, I understand that when our children are suffering, we suffer. I seek to support the entire family on their path toward change and better health. We often hire coaches or tutors to help our children develop in sports or academics. I consider myself an emotion coach, here to help children and parents navigate their emotional worlds and achieve their goals.
I specialize in working with children (as young as 2 years old), adolescents, young adults, and families. Even when I am working individually with a child, I involve parents in every session so that the whole family learns new skills and communication patterns. As a parent myself, I understand that when our children are suffering, we suffer. I seek to support the entire family on their path toward change and better health. We often hire coaches or tutors to help our children develop in sports or academics. I consider myself an emotion coach, here to help children and parents navigate their emotional worlds and achieve their goals.
Jody Nagel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
I have worked with many individuals, couples, families and therapeutic groups with a wide assortment of issues and problems. I am commited to providing a safe environment to do the work of therapy. I believe that all clients have the capacity to figure out what they believe and then develop the thoughts and actions that are congruent with their own personal beliefs. Helping to facilitate this process is a privilege.
I have worked with many individuals, couples, families and therapeutic groups with a wide assortment of issues and problems. I am commited to providing a safe environment to do the work of therapy. I believe that all clients have the capacity to figure out what they believe and then develop the thoughts and actions that are congruent with their own personal beliefs. Helping to facilitate this process is a privilege.
Kathleen A Brenckle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, CCTP
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Do you feel invisible? Has life lost it's zest? Do you feel like you and your spouse can't communicate? Are you talking about the same things over and over again and not getting anywhere? It is never too late to look at areas of your life that create significant stress and make a change; or take a troubled relationship and turn it into a healthy, loving, supportive union. I have had great success helping individuals & couples identify and resolve persistent issues helping them live the life they want. My passion is to motivate you to realize your full potential and achieve your dreams.
Do you feel invisible? Has life lost it's zest? Do you feel like you and your spouse can't communicate? Are you talking about the same things over and over again and not getting anywhere? It is never too late to look at areas of your life that create significant stress and make a change; or take a troubled relationship and turn it into a healthy, loving, supportive union. I have had great success helping individuals & couples identify and resolve persistent issues helping them live the life they want. My passion is to motivate you to realize your full potential and achieve your dreams.
Joshua Makoul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
There is no shame in struggling. Even the most healthy of people will go through periods of struggle. Sometimes we reach a point in our lives where we realize we have painful experiences from our early life that now need to be resolved and put to rest. We may be tired of an unresolved past disrupting our relationships and life in the present. Finally, sometimes, it's just that life has been thrown at us faster than we can process. This can cause unexpected anxiety or make us feel like things are out of control. Anxiety does not need to be feared. It can be managed and mastered.
There is no shame in struggling. Even the most healthy of people will go through periods of struggle. Sometimes we reach a point in our lives where we realize we have painful experiences from our early life that now need to be resolved and put to rest. We may be tired of an unresolved past disrupting our relationships and life in the present. Finally, sometimes, it's just that life has been thrown at us faster than we can process. This can cause unexpected anxiety or make us feel like things are out of control. Anxiety does not need to be feared. It can be managed and mastered.
Annie Preis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Psychotherapy may address specific concerns and it can also help you to live a richer and fuller life. Individuals often seek the support of a psychologist for many reasons, including stress, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, and difficulty with transitions. I try to provide both support and insight to help individuals live a life that is more fulfilling and less difficult. Often, someone may express a concern about a child, a relationship, or work issues. I believe that change occurs within the context of the therapeutic relationship where the client and therapist work together a trusting environment.
Psychotherapy may address specific concerns and it can also help you to live a richer and fuller life. Individuals often seek the support of a psychologist for many reasons, including stress, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, and difficulty with transitions. I try to provide both support and insight to help individuals live a life that is more fulfilling and less difficult. Often, someone may express a concern about a child, a relationship, or work issues. I believe that change occurs within the context of the therapeutic relationship where the client and therapist work together a trusting environment.
See more therapy options for Pittsburgh
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
77% | Self Esteem |
71% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Coping Skills |
66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
81% | Highmark |
74% | Aetna |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Pittsburgh?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.