Existential Therapists in Carnegie, PA

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Christopher Scott Longo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Carnegie, PA 15106
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize psychodynamic and existential foundations to help clients make sense of their thinking, emotion, and life experience.
My goal as a therapist is to create an environment in which my clients can safely work though the complexities of their thoughts, feelings, and personal experience. While our modern lives are increasingly complex and daunting, we often struggle with the basic self-acceptance and interpersonal relating needed to open ourselves up to the potential both within ourselves and for satisfaction in our lives. The aim of the therapeutic process is to allow for insight and understanding through open, honest communication.
I utilize psychodynamic and existential foundations to help clients make sense of their thinking, emotion, and life experience.
My goal as a therapist is to create an environment in which my clients can safely work though the complexities of their thoughts, feelings, and personal experience. While our modern lives are increasingly complex and daunting, we often struggle with the basic self-acceptance and interpersonal relating needed to open ourselves up to the potential both within ourselves and for satisfaction in our lives. The aim of the therapeutic process is to allow for insight and understanding through open, honest communication.
(412) 294-8287 View (412) 294-8287
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Angela K Joyce
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carnegie, PA 15106
Is anxiety keeping you awake at night? Are you feeling like you no longer enjoy the things you used to? Are you and your partner frequently arguing about the same things? If so, please know that you are not alone. Despite our best efforts, life can become overwhelming and leave us feeling stuck. With over 15 years of counseling experience, I can help you take a holistic approach to your mental health that allows you to address the problem areas of your life and become the best possible version of yourself. We'll not only build coping skills, but also cultivate self awareness, positive thought patterns, and meaning into your life.
Is anxiety keeping you awake at night? Are you feeling like you no longer enjoy the things you used to? Are you and your partner frequently arguing about the same things? If so, please know that you are not alone. Despite our best efforts, life can become overwhelming and leave us feeling stuck. With over 15 years of counseling experience, I can help you take a holistic approach to your mental health that allows you to address the problem areas of your life and become the best possible version of yourself. We'll not only build coping skills, but also cultivate self awareness, positive thought patterns, and meaning into your life.
(412) 564-3037 View (412) 564-3037
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Kyle W. Wagner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carnegie, PA 15106
Hello, and Congrats on taking your first step towards self-improvement! My main approaches are cognitive and trauma therapies. Our thoughts, our beliefs, and even our inner voice strongly shape our emotions. When unfortunate events happen in our lives, we try our best to make sense of these events and what our lives have now become. As we adjust our thoughts and beliefs, our emotions have to follow. I combine CBT, trauma therapy, brief/solution focused, and EMDR. I work with traumas, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, toxic work places, toxic relationships, adjusting to changes in life, and low self confidence.
Hello, and Congrats on taking your first step towards self-improvement! My main approaches are cognitive and trauma therapies. Our thoughts, our beliefs, and even our inner voice strongly shape our emotions. When unfortunate events happen in our lives, we try our best to make sense of these events and what our lives have now become. As we adjust our thoughts and beliefs, our emotions have to follow. I combine CBT, trauma therapy, brief/solution focused, and EMDR. I work with traumas, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, toxic work places, toxic relationships, adjusting to changes in life, and low self confidence.
(412) 727-8281 View (412) 727-8281
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Adam Krizanik
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Carnegie, PA 15106  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Adam and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have 10-plus years of experience working with a range of clients from childhood through late adulthood. My experience has come in many different arenas such as non-profit work, psychiatric outpatient, and work with veterans. I believe that therapy and coaching are great ways to help create new habits or build on habits already established in your life.
Hello! My name is Adam and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have 10-plus years of experience working with a range of clients from childhood through late adulthood. My experience has come in many different arenas such as non-profit work, psychiatric outpatient, and work with veterans. I believe that therapy and coaching are great ways to help create new habits or build on habits already established in your life.
(412) 218-3018 View (412) 218-3018
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Mark Brandebura
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Carnegie, PA 15106
Experiences like a persistent state of sadness, anxiety or even anger/resentment can leave you feeling stuck. After a while, being stuck can create frustration and feelings of loneliness. Over a decade of experience in the mental health field has taught me the strength of the therapeutic relationship in supporting people to free themselves from excessive emotional pain and to create new opportunities for happiness, excitement and peace of mind.
Experiences like a persistent state of sadness, anxiety or even anger/resentment can leave you feeling stuck. After a while, being stuck can create frustration and feelings of loneliness. Over a decade of experience in the mental health field has taught me the strength of the therapeutic relationship in supporting people to free themselves from excessive emotional pain and to create new opportunities for happiness, excitement and peace of mind.
(412) 386-0080 View (412) 386-0080
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Isaly Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LPC, RN, AT, CAADC
Verified Verified
Carnegie, PA 15106
ICA is a group of dedicated mental and behavioral health professions who offer counseling and substance abuse services to adults, children, couples, and families in a supportive environment. Our providers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who treat each client with compassion, dignity, and respect while helping each to work through areas of concern. We believe that help begins with a strong therapist/client relationship in order to achieve long-term results and as such, each approach is personalized and tailored to the specific need of the client. We have an additional office in Swissvale at 2033 Noble St.
ICA is a group of dedicated mental and behavioral health professions who offer counseling and substance abuse services to adults, children, couples, and families in a supportive environment. Our providers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who treat each client with compassion, dignity, and respect while helping each to work through areas of concern. We believe that help begins with a strong therapist/client relationship in order to achieve long-term results and as such, each approach is personalized and tailored to the specific need of the client. We have an additional office in Swissvale at 2033 Noble St.
(412) 369-4285 View (412) 369-4285
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Jamie Harkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CYT-200
Verified Verified
Carnegie, PA 15106
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in providing an environment of understanding, encouragement, and hope to allow you work through overwhelming, stressful, and confusing life situations. My therapeutic framework is client-centered and strengths-based, meaning that I recognize you as the expert on your own lived experiences. My goal is to collaborate with you, concentrating on your inherent strengths, to help you work through difficult and uncomfortable emotions, change thought patterns, and support your personal growth.
I believe in providing an environment of understanding, encouragement, and hope to allow you work through overwhelming, stressful, and confusing life situations. My therapeutic framework is client-centered and strengths-based, meaning that I recognize you as the expert on your own lived experiences. My goal is to collaborate with you, concentrating on your inherent strengths, to help you work through difficult and uncomfortable emotions, change thought patterns, and support your personal growth.
(412) 960-1266 View (412) 960-1266
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Jessica Ellingsworth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSP, MCLC, CFM
Not Verified Not Verified
Carnegie, PA 15106  (Online Only)
Offering individual & couple coaching for adults struggling with life and relationship unmanageable stress. Relationship Reboot: Do You Feel Like You’re Fighting About the Same Things in Your Relationship? Some couples feel like the good times are fantastic, but the bad times are a disaster. They quickly feel triggered due to built-up resentment. The romance and connection can fade over time and be replaced with frustration and distance. Many couples face challenges communicating effectively. Some may feel betrayed or lose trust in their partner. I provide an open safe space to get to the root of chronic gridlock problems.
Offering individual & couple coaching for adults struggling with life and relationship unmanageable stress. Relationship Reboot: Do You Feel Like You’re Fighting About the Same Things in Your Relationship? Some couples feel like the good times are fantastic, but the bad times are a disaster. They quickly feel triggered due to built-up resentment. The romance and connection can fade over time and be replaced with frustration and distance. Many couples face challenges communicating effectively. Some may feel betrayed or lose trust in their partner. I provide an open safe space to get to the root of chronic gridlock problems.
(220) 270-9366 View (220) 270-9366
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Caroline Degnan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carnegie, PA 15106
Not accepting new clients
Being able to ask for help takes a lot of courage. So, first and foremost, let me commend you for taking these first steps in the therapeutic process. I believe therapy is so important because while life can be incredibly beautiful, it can also be confusing, lonely and bleak. My job is to help you tackle the emotional obstacles that are hindering you from enjoying the life that you want and deserve.
Being able to ask for help takes a lot of courage. So, first and foremost, let me commend you for taking these first steps in the therapeutic process. I believe therapy is so important because while life can be incredibly beautiful, it can also be confusing, lonely and bleak. My job is to help you tackle the emotional obstacles that are hindering you from enjoying the life that you want and deserve.
(412) 329-4718 View (412) 329-4718

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Ann-Michele Corbi Potvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-DMT, GL-CMA, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Lebanon, PA 15228
I take a humanistic approach to therapy and believe that we make meaning out of the events of our lives; we are capable of engaging our creativity and its healing processes. There are times when we need support to pause, breathe, and listen to our inner wisdom. I will serve as a guide and support, encouraging you to maintain or regain ownership of your own life narrative. My approach is also contemplative, relational, and existential. I often utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support you in decreasing struggle and living in alignment with your values.
I take a humanistic approach to therapy and believe that we make meaning out of the events of our lives; we are capable of engaging our creativity and its healing processes. There are times when we need support to pause, breathe, and listen to our inner wisdom. I will serve as a guide and support, encouraging you to maintain or regain ownership of your own life narrative. My approach is also contemplative, relational, and existential. I often utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support you in decreasing struggle and living in alignment with your values.
(215) 712-8116 View (215) 712-8116
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Lorrette Ayers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220  (Online Only)
Dr. Ayers has her Masters in Social Work from Fordham University, her MS in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University in Maryland, and her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Neumann University. Dr. Ayers is currently completing a Psy.D. Dr. Ayers utilizes an eclectic approach to her work, including Cognitive Behavioral, Existential - Meaning Centered, Solution Focused, Humanistic and Mindfulness based therapies.
Dr. Ayers has her Masters in Social Work from Fordham University, her MS in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University in Maryland, and her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Neumann University. Dr. Ayers is currently completing a Psy.D. Dr. Ayers utilizes an eclectic approach to her work, including Cognitive Behavioral, Existential - Meaning Centered, Solution Focused, Humanistic and Mindfulness based therapies.
(484) 739-1064 View (484) 739-1064
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James R Ballester
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15220  (Online Only)
I draw from CBT, attachment theory, exploration of existential issues, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed therapy.
Perhaps you struggle with depression or anxiety and are overwhelmed trying to manage the stress of daily living. You may find yourself resorting to substance use or other compulsive behaviors as a form of coping with daily stressors. You are committed to change and have tried to change, but lack the deeper awareness of what is driving the behaviors. It can be disheartening to acknowledge the unwanted impact on your life and on your valued relationships.
I draw from CBT, attachment theory, exploration of existential issues, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed therapy.
Perhaps you struggle with depression or anxiety and are overwhelmed trying to manage the stress of daily living. You may find yourself resorting to substance use or other compulsive behaviors as a form of coping with daily stressors. You are committed to change and have tried to change, but lack the deeper awareness of what is driving the behaviors. It can be disheartening to acknowledge the unwanted impact on your life and on your valued relationships.
(484) 214-2318 View (484) 214-2318
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Wisdom Within Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
My primary counseling orientation is existential, seeking to help clients become empowered to an optimal level of wellness on their own terms.
I have years of experience working with clients struggling with grief, trauma, and depression. I am a member of ASERVIC, with many years of experience and extensive graduate study in religion and spirituality and can integrate values connected with a client's preferred religions and spiritual emphases into all therapeutic approaches. Clients facing life-transitions have greatly benefited from this focussed approach to wellness at every stage of life. I work well with adults of all ages. Older adults have often especially appreciated my counseling orientation. I am also fluent in Spanish and Italian.
My primary counseling orientation is existential, seeking to help clients become empowered to an optimal level of wellness on their own terms.
I have years of experience working with clients struggling with grief, trauma, and depression. I am a member of ASERVIC, with many years of experience and extensive graduate study in religion and spirituality and can integrate values connected with a client's preferred religions and spiritual emphases into all therapeutic approaches. Clients facing life-transitions have greatly benefited from this focussed approach to wellness at every stage of life. I work well with adults of all ages. Older adults have often especially appreciated my counseling orientation. I am also fluent in Spanish and Italian.
(412) 357-4197 View (412) 357-4197
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James M Hepburn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mount Lebanon, PA 15228
I am trained in many treatment modalities including existential, psychodynamic and emotionally focused therapies.
I offer psychotherapy for individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed or distressed by events in life. My specializations include working with couples, victims of abuse, family conflict, loneliness, depression, anxiety, worry and grief. My goal is to help you uncover your potential and to provide the support you need to lead a life that is worth celebrating. If you would like to let go of long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life, then contact me at 412-334-6585 to schedule a confidential consultation.
I am trained in many treatment modalities including existential, psychodynamic and emotionally focused therapies.
I offer psychotherapy for individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed or distressed by events in life. My specializations include working with couples, victims of abuse, family conflict, loneliness, depression, anxiety, worry and grief. My goal is to help you uncover your potential and to provide the support you need to lead a life that is worth celebrating. If you would like to let go of long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life, then contact me at 412-334-6585 to schedule a confidential consultation.
(412) 229-7974 View (412) 229-7974
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Kim Saft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
As a Transpersonal Psychologist, together we explore spiritual and existential concerns.
Are you struggling in your life or relationship and want to make changes? I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology, Advanced Certification in Imago Relationship Therapy and a Trauma-Lensed, Somatic Activated Practitioner. I help my clients make positive changes by developing self-love and self-trust. I create a safe environment to explore your challenges, identify areas for change, create solutions and develop tools. My focus is on healing and helping you realize personal and relational wellbeing. We work together to create a healthy sense of self and positive relationships.
As a Transpersonal Psychologist, together we explore spiritual and existential concerns.
Are you struggling in your life or relationship and want to make changes? I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology, Advanced Certification in Imago Relationship Therapy and a Trauma-Lensed, Somatic Activated Practitioner. I help my clients make positive changes by developing self-love and self-trust. I create a safe environment to explore your challenges, identify areas for change, create solutions and develop tools. My focus is on healing and helping you realize personal and relational wellbeing. We work together to create a healthy sense of self and positive relationships.
(412) 906-4135 View (412) 906-4135
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Carter Cunningham
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
I am passionate about helping individuals on their path to self-discovery and leading a genuine and authentic life. Drawing upon my background in counseling and neuroscience, I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and existentialism into my approach. I aim to help individuals cultivate openness, awareness, and engagement with themselves, their loved ones, and the world around them. By incorporating meditation, relevant literature, art, and nature, I aim to create a holistic therapeutic experience. These elements enrich the exploration of subjective experiences, self-perception, and the profound aspects of existence.
I am passionate about helping individuals on their path to self-discovery and leading a genuine and authentic life. Drawing upon my background in counseling and neuroscience, I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and existentialism into my approach. I aim to help individuals cultivate openness, awareness, and engagement with themselves, their loved ones, and the world around them. By incorporating meditation, relevant literature, art, and nature, I aim to create a holistic therapeutic experience. These elements enrich the exploration of subjective experiences, self-perception, and the profound aspects of existence.
(412) 960-1185 View (412) 960-1185
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Rachel E Noderer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
Would you like to feel more grounded and confident in your life? Perhaps you're feeling trapped by your thoughts and you're looking to gain skills to interrupt unhelpful thinking spirals? Or possibly you're feeling disconnected from your sense of self and would like a safe place to explore what makes you you? There are all sorts of reasons why you might be needing support right now and therapy can be a wonderful tool to help you build self compassion, manage overwhelming feelings, and build upon your existing strengths to accomplish your goals.
Would you like to feel more grounded and confident in your life? Perhaps you're feeling trapped by your thoughts and you're looking to gain skills to interrupt unhelpful thinking spirals? Or possibly you're feeling disconnected from your sense of self and would like a safe place to explore what makes you you? There are all sorts of reasons why you might be needing support right now and therapy can be a wonderful tool to help you build self compassion, manage overwhelming feelings, and build upon your existing strengths to accomplish your goals.
(412) 444-7542 View (412) 444-7542
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Douglas C Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mount Lebanon, PA 15228
The fundamental skill that I share with psychotherapy clients is to listen deeply to their life experiences. From there, I use questions carefully to clarify my understanding of where they are in life. I work to help people understand that they are not broken or defective. As Carl Rogers said "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." I accompany clients on a journey of self-exploration, and evolution. A more satisfying life is achieved via greater psychological skill and creating healthier behaviors. I specialize in working with people suffering from Childhood PTSD & narcissistic abuse.
The fundamental skill that I share with psychotherapy clients is to listen deeply to their life experiences. From there, I use questions carefully to clarify my understanding of where they are in life. I work to help people understand that they are not broken or defective. As Carl Rogers said "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." I accompany clients on a journey of self-exploration, and evolution. A more satisfying life is achieved via greater psychological skill and creating healthier behaviors. I specialize in working with people suffering from Childhood PTSD & narcissistic abuse.
(412) 536-7801 View (412) 536-7801
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Corbin Linville
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination."- Carl Rogers. Sometimes in life, our path becomes tangled and foggy. It can be hard to find the next steps in moving forward in life. I can help you find the next steps to move forward in the journey that is called life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults to help find their true potential and thrive in life.
"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination."- Carl Rogers. Sometimes in life, our path becomes tangled and foggy. It can be hard to find the next steps in moving forward in life. I can help you find the next steps to move forward in the journey that is called life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults to help find their true potential and thrive in life.
(724) 200-8684 View (724) 200-8684
James Manzella, LCSW, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
We all grow up and live in a society which favors conformity. Not "fitting in" or being "different" can result in feelings of depression, low self-esteem, and isolation which can effect all aspects of our lives. This can be especially true for the LGBTQ population. As a psychodynamic therapist, my goal is to assist you in your personal development from unsatisfying or painful patterns of living and to a life that you can celebrate. While we can't change the past, we can work together to change how it continues to impact your life and resolve challenges and issues that have resulted from it.
We all grow up and live in a society which favors conformity. Not "fitting in" or being "different" can result in feelings of depression, low self-esteem, and isolation which can effect all aspects of our lives. This can be especially true for the LGBTQ population. As a psychodynamic therapist, my goal is to assist you in your personal development from unsatisfying or painful patterns of living and to a life that you can celebrate. While we can't change the past, we can work together to change how it continues to impact your life and resolve challenges and issues that have resulted from it.
(412) 532-1589 View (412) 532-1589

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Existential Therapists

How does existential therapy work?

Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.

Is existential therapy evidence-based?

Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.

How long does existential therapy last?

The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is existential therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.