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Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
(412) 900-9282
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Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS (they, them)

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460 Melwood Avenue, Suite 200A, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Waitlist for new clients
(412) 900-9282
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Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
It's hard to navigate a world that was built against your needs. My experiences as a queer, nonbinary, neurodivergent adoptee of color have informed my abolitionist practice in solidarity with those affected by interlocking systems of oppression: queer- and transphobia, ableism, racism, White supremacy, fatphobia, xenophobia, capitalism, classism, adoption, etc. I aim to help members of my community deconstruct the complex trauma inherent to such oppression, and explore what constitutes wellbeing amidst difficult material conditions.
With an anti-carceral, non-pathologizing, nuanced approach, we can create self-compassion and authentic ways of being beyond Western ideals, and explore discrepancies between intrinsic values and conditioned/learned patterns – while acknowledging the fact that they may have once helped you to survive. I'm also proud to provide surgery letters to trans folks.
Collaboration, consent, transparency, autonomy, and humanity are the cornerstones of my relational work. You are the expert of your life; I'm just a comrade, listening, witnessing, grateful for the opportunity to know you. "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I'll meet you there." - Rumi
Call or Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (412) 900-9282

Practice at a Glance

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460 Melwood Avenue

Suite 200A

Pittsburgh, PA 15213 map

 (412) 900-9282
Website
Currently waitlisting prospective therapy clients while I figure out my availability. Always accepting surgery letter appointments!
I specialize in Transracial adoption, LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergence 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Here's me in my home office. Watch if you're curious how to pronounce my name or if you want to meet my cat/coworker, Little Man :-)
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Let's Connect (412) 900-9282
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

460 Melwood Avenue

Suite 200A

Pittsburgh, PA 15213 map

 (412) 900-9282
Website
Currently waitlisting prospective therapy clients while I figure out my availability. Always accepting surgery letter appointments!
I specialize in Transracial adoption, LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergence 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Here's me in my home office. Watch if you're curious how to pronounce my name or if you want to meet my cat/coworker, Little Man :-)
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Highmark
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • VCAP
  • Out of Network
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I accept the listed insurances. I can provide out-of-network invoices, but reimbursement isn't guaranteed. My self-pay rate is $100-150/hr. I reserve some spots in my caseload for those needing a sliding scale from $0-100, particularly multiply marginalized folks, but these are all currently full.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282
"
I accept the listed insurances. I can provide out-of-network invoices, but reimbursement isn't guaranteed. My self-pay rate is $100-150/hr. I reserve some spots in my caseload for those needing a sliding scale from $0-100, particularly multiply marginalized folks, but these are all currently full.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Fai 郟 Knudson
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC018780 Fai 郟 Knudson

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Chatham University, Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2023

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training, 2024
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I started in human services in 2019 - home/community based work, from supporting neurodivergent kids to running a mental health housing program. These experiences radicalized me to be critical of the psychiatric industrial complex. I became a therapist in 2022 after a decade-long dream. I love it.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282
"
I started in human services in 2019 - home/community based work, from supporting neurodivergent kids to running a mental health housing program. These experiences radicalized me to be critical of the psychiatric industrial complex. I became a therapist in 2022 after a decade-long dream. I love it.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Transracial adoption
  • LGBTQ+
  • Neurodivergence

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with transracial adoptees, people of color, queer, trans, and neurodivergent folks, or anyone affected by systemic oppression. Such marginalization goes hand-in-hand with complex trauma; I commonly discuss trauma-related issues such as attachment difficulties, codependence, people-pleasing, self-deprecation, and avoidance. I aim to help you deconstruct and rewrite these learned narratives.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282
"
I work with transracial adoptees, people of color, queer, trans, and neurodivergent folks, or anyone affected by systemic oppression. Such marginalization goes hand-in-hand with complex trauma; I commonly discuss trauma-related issues such as attachment difficulties, codependence, people-pleasing, self-deprecation, and avoidance. I aim to help you deconstruct and rewrite these learned narratives.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Body Neutrality
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Narrative
  • Parts Work
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach reflects my values: political, relational, anti-carceral, genuinely human. I appreciate humor and will probably reference a niche meme in a session at some point. Therapies I draw from include feminist/anti-oppressive, narrative, and person-centered. I also utilize attachment and queer theory. I do not engage in highly structured or rigid modalities, but rather, practice eclectically.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282
"
My approach reflects my values: political, relational, anti-carceral, genuinely human. I appreciate humor and will probably reference a niche meme in a session at some point. Therapies I draw from include feminist/anti-oppressive, narrative, and person-centered. I also utilize attachment and queer theory. I do not engage in highly structured or rigid modalities, but rather, practice eclectically.
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 900-9282

Location

Primary Location

460 Melwood Avenue

Suite 200A

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

(412) 900-9282

Email us

Website

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Counties

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Currently waitlisting prospective therapy clients while I figure out my availability. Always accepting surgery letter appointments!
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call for a free consultation now - (412) 900-9282
"
Currently waitlisting prospective therapy clients while I figure out my availability. Always accepting surgery letter appointments!
Photo of Fai Knudson - Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Fai Knudson | Adoptees, Queer, Neurodivergent, PoC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Call for a free consultation now - (412) 900-9282