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Debra M Whittam
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSEd, CCDPD, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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.
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.
(412) 467-0492 View (412) 467-0492
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R.E.A.L. Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EMDR, CAADC, DNMS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Terrance's strengths include working with the underserved: those that face violence and drugs and drug abuse daily.
Terrance is passionate about the field of psychotherapy and helping people to recover and heal. The individuals that he sees tell him that they appreciate his humanistic based, nonjudgmental approach to therapy. He works with people from all cultures regardless of race, national origin or sexual orientations or legal backgrounds. Based on his observations and his own personal experiences, he is entirely convinced Everyone can heal from his or her past experiences and lead healthy, rewarding and exciting lives right here and now. You are invited to contact Terrance; he only desires to help you be your best self.
Terrance's strengths include working with the underserved: those that face violence and drugs and drug abuse daily.
Terrance is passionate about the field of psychotherapy and helping people to recover and heal. The individuals that he sees tell him that they appreciate his humanistic based, nonjudgmental approach to therapy. He works with people from all cultures regardless of race, national origin or sexual orientations or legal backgrounds. Based on his observations and his own personal experiences, he is entirely convinced Everyone can heal from his or her past experiences and lead healthy, rewarding and exciting lives right here and now. You are invited to contact Terrance; he only desires to help you be your best self.
(412) 219-5955 View (412) 219-5955
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Dr. Norman J Frey
DO
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Right Track Services individuals suffering from Opioid addiction. Our program utilizes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) using primarily Buprenorphine/Naloxone to help people get and stay off of Opioids.
Right Track Services individuals suffering from Opioid addiction. Our program utilizes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) using primarily Buprenorphine/Naloxone to help people get and stay off of Opioids.
(412) 538-6394 View (412) 538-6394
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Kristen Dieter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
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.
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.
(412) 790-2978 View (412) 790-2978
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Ascension Recovery Services
Counselor
Not Verified Not Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Have a family member struggling with addiction? Our team of intervention professionals have decades of experience and are extremely proud Ascension's interventions having over a 96% success rate. We find the most appropriate treatment center for your loved one and will negotiate any out of pocket costs on your behalf to keep costs to a minimum. We don't just get your loved one into treatment; we work with the entire family system during the person of concern's inpatient stay so that the family can begin to heal and develop healthy boundaries. Call us today!
Have a family member struggling with addiction? Our team of intervention professionals have decades of experience and are extremely proud Ascension's interventions having over a 96% success rate. We find the most appropriate treatment center for your loved one and will negotiate any out of pocket costs on your behalf to keep costs to a minimum. We don't just get your loved one into treatment; we work with the entire family system during the person of concern's inpatient stay so that the family can begin to heal and develop healthy boundaries. Call us today!
(304) 621-9306 View (304) 621-9306
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Bridget Bauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CAAP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
I believe that one of the bravest things that you can do is to understand your own story. You are the expert on yourself, and I would like to work collaboratively with you to understand and identify connections within your story. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, strength-based, holistic, and eclectic. I tailor my approach to you and your wants and/or needs. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of growth and healing. I strive to develop an open, safe, and trusting therapeutic relationship with you.
I believe that one of the bravest things that you can do is to understand your own story. You are the expert on yourself, and I would like to work collaboratively with you to understand and identify connections within your story. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, strength-based, holistic, and eclectic. I tailor my approach to you and your wants and/or needs. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of growth and healing. I strive to develop an open, safe, and trusting therapeutic relationship with you.
(412) 912-2961 View (412) 912-2961
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Kati L Ault
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CAADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
I want to help you feel comfortable in your own skin. We can work on your feelings of depression and anxiety, or even identifying that feeling that you just aren't sure what it is. We can work together to learn to identify healthy coping skills, as well as to provide you a safe, confidential and non judgmental place to be able to talk about what you are going through and feeling.
I want to help you feel comfortable in your own skin. We can work on your feelings of depression and anxiety, or even identifying that feeling that you just aren't sure what it is. We can work together to learn to identify healthy coping skills, as well as to provide you a safe, confidential and non judgmental place to be able to talk about what you are going through and feeling.
(412) 274-8314 View (412) 274-8314
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Angelica Victoria Daniele
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MS, NCC, E-RYT
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Sometimes you feel like something is off, but you're unsure what it is. Your head is clouded with too many thoughts or information to make clear decisions about your career, relationships, or health. You ask for advice from others, but their insight doesn't help. You research different ideas, but the internet is saturated. You feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed. You hope and pray that the answers will just come to you. And the truth is, when we become so self-aware that we wholeheartedly trust our intuition, those answers CAN come to you instantly, with no doubt, no fear, and no guilt. You just need a mirror to reflect your power!
Sometimes you feel like something is off, but you're unsure what it is. Your head is clouded with too many thoughts or information to make clear decisions about your career, relationships, or health. You ask for advice from others, but their insight doesn't help. You research different ideas, but the internet is saturated. You feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed. You hope and pray that the answers will just come to you. And the truth is, when we become so self-aware that we wholeheartedly trust our intuition, those answers CAN come to you instantly, with no doubt, no fear, and no guilt. You just need a mirror to reflect your power!
(412) 328-2680 View (412) 328-2680
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Edina Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Are you having trouble managing your thoughts? Feeling sad or uncertain about your future? Let's chat a little more. Therapy provides an opportunity for self-care, time to work through things that may be preventing you from living a meaningful life, and offer ways to overcome barriers, difficult times, or uncomfortable situations. My goal in therapy is to guide individuals to gain a better understanding of themselves through increased self-awareness. I plan to help individuals understand how they relate to others and navigate their interpersonal relationships within their lives and environments.
Are you having trouble managing your thoughts? Feeling sad or uncertain about your future? Let's chat a little more. Therapy provides an opportunity for self-care, time to work through things that may be preventing you from living a meaningful life, and offer ways to overcome barriers, difficult times, or uncomfortable situations. My goal in therapy is to guide individuals to gain a better understanding of themselves through increased self-awareness. I plan to help individuals understand how they relate to others and navigate their interpersonal relationships within their lives and environments.
(412) 991-1135 View (412) 991-1135
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Michelle Heins
Licensed Professional Counselor, CAADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
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.
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.
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Allison Conner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
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.
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.
(412) 801-7202 View (412) 801-7202
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Diane L Winter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, BC-TMH, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15241  (Online Only)
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** **Now an out of state licensed registered telehealth professional in the state of Florida.** Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or pandemic related stress? Have you been meaning to make an appointment with a therapist for a while, but just haven't done it yet? I understand.... let's talk about it.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** **Now an out of state licensed registered telehealth professional in the state of Florida.** Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or pandemic related stress? Have you been meaning to make an appointment with a therapist for a while, but just haven't done it yet? I understand.... let's talk about it.
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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.
(412) 503-7551 View (412) 503-7551
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Andrew J. Eppich LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
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.
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.
(412) 567-3552 View (412) 567-3552
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Samuel K Schachner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
I enjoy working with people who present with a variety of backgrounds and challenges. I believe that the relationship is the most important and powerful part of therapy. Whether I'm involved in play therapy with a child or problem solving with an adult client, I wish for my caring and support to be most evident. I work with children, adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, learning problems, and substance abuse. I conduct testing and forensic psychology evaluations as well.
I enjoy working with people who present with a variety of backgrounds and challenges. I believe that the relationship is the most important and powerful part of therapy. Whether I'm involved in play therapy with a child or problem solving with an adult client, I wish for my caring and support to be most evident. I work with children, adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, learning problems, and substance abuse. I conduct testing and forensic psychology evaluations as well.
(412) 567-5846 View (412) 567-5846
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Candice Kroemelbein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
My ideal client would be someone motivated to do the work on themselves, open to feedback, and doesn't mind being open with me. I do not have a preference; as far as diagnosis, I have a preference for clients who know what they want and are willing to let me help them to get there.
My ideal client would be someone motivated to do the work on themselves, open to feedback, and doesn't mind being open with me. I do not have a preference; as far as diagnosis, I have a preference for clients who know what they want and are willing to let me help them to get there.
(412) 725-0250 View (412) 725-0250
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Stephanie Altomonte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
"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 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.
(412) 436-5652 View (412) 436-5652
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Robert Hawkins, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15211
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's occurrances due to depression, anxiety, addiction or other issues? Do believe that you need to change but are unsure how to go about making those changes? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then call me for assistance. Every person has the ability to make changes needed to have a healthier life. Some people need assistance to determine what these changes are and how to help themselves lead healthier lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's occurrances due to depression, anxiety, addiction or other issues? Do believe that you need to change but are unsure how to go about making those changes? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then call me for assistance. Every person has the ability to make changes needed to have a healthier life. Some people need assistance to determine what these changes are and how to help themselves lead healthier lives.
(412) 214-8916 View (412) 214-8916
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Cristina I Rivera-Kumpf
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228  (Online Only)
Hello! I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where choices and boundaries are made transparent. I work to create an experience that feels safe and helps to encourage healing and alignment of mind, body, and spirit for the purpose of improving the quality of your life in ways that are meaningful for you. I can be the extra set of eyes and ears that can help you to discover new possibilities so that you become more empowered to make the decisions that are right for you.
Hello! I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where choices and boundaries are made transparent. I work to create an experience that feels safe and helps to encourage healing and alignment of mind, body, and spirit for the purpose of improving the quality of your life in ways that are meaningful for you. I can be the extra set of eyes and ears that can help you to discover new possibilities so that you become more empowered to make the decisions that are right for you.
(412) 307-3656 View (412) 307-3656
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Damien Gabis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15209  (Online Only)
Damien has provided therapeutic interventions for people going through grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, and other barriers. He is an LGBTQ+ and trauma informed therapist. Damien is a veteran and has experience in treating military trauma.
Damien has provided therapeutic interventions for people going through grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, and other barriers. He is an LGBTQ+ and trauma informed therapist. Damien is a veteran and has experience in treating military trauma.
(412) 435-1359 View (412) 435-1359
Drug Abuse Therapists

How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.

Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?

There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.