Therapists in Highland Park, Pittsburgh, PA

Are you having difficulties managing your stress and mood due to family, relationships, work, school or the daily grind of life?

My experience is helping individuals and families overcome emotional, mental and spiritual challenges. I will help you identify unhealthy patterns that get in the way of you having a healthy and enjoyable life. We will learn and use positive coping skills and self-awareness skills to help you have satisfaction, fulfillment, growth and to experience new ways of being. My specialties include family problems, depression, mood and anxiety disorders, problems with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss issues, trauma/sexual abuse, work issues, life transition issues, parenting, women's issues and anger management.

The clinicians of Spiegel Freedman Psychological Associates provide outpatient psychotherapeutic care to the people of the greater Pittsburgh area. We are committed to excellence and strive to provide our community with the highest quality of psychological services. We combine professional expertise with personal compassion in our therapeutic care. Our diverse staff and associates offer psychological evaluation and care for children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples and families.

***NOW PROVIDING TELE-THERAPY***, as we navigate our mental health and keep ourselves, our families, and our communities healthy. Tele-therapy is simple and easy to use, and I will guide you through it. As a parent and therapist, I understand the challenges facing women today as they navigate the many obligations and demands in their lives. My practice focuses on women's issues including depression, anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum issues, poor prenatal diagnosis, balancing work and family life, role identity, trauma, and family and partner conflict.

Angela Illig is a Resident in Counseling and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) who possesses over 16 years of experience in the mental health field, serving youth and adults with individualized care. Angela is passionate about working with individuals and couples to manage obstacles, build confidence, strengthen relationships, and reach their full potential. She sees herself as a human potential enhancer, assisting clients in recognizing and capitalizing upon unique strengths in the counseling process.

My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.

Life can be overwhelming, but it can also be very rewarding depending on some of the choices you make. Negative thoughts lead you down the road to despair. Having a positive outlook gives you Vision and Hope. ARE YOU READY TO LIVE PAIN FREE ????? LJCS wants to take this journey with you.

Are you overwhelmed and unhappy? Are you struggling with keeping everything together? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are making the right call. I believe that no two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We will work together to understand your struggles and address those issues with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you've always wanted

Depression and anxiety are so very common and so little understood. I am interested in helping people come to terms with what is keeping them from living a contented life. Suffering is part of life. However, with compassion, empathy and understanding from an important other, it can be navigated successfully and dealt with in a way that allows growth. I want to help you get unstuck from the emotions, thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you unfulfilled. While this can be a lengthy process, it can be seen as a significant investment in yourself.

I have been in full-time practice as a clinical social worker/psychotherapist since 1969, and practiced in both hospital and agency psychiatric settings for over 15 years, in addition to maintaining a private practice. Throughout my career, I have provided numerous national and regional training seminars and workshops for MH professionals on women's issues; the chronically mentally ill; dual-diagnosed populations; and group psychotherapy modalities, and have also published in these areas. I have an eclectic style that encourages a flexible and collaborative working partnership which reflects the needs, goals, and personal context of the individual person.

I see one of the most important roles as a therapist to be putting in the work to earn someone’s trust and walking beside them as an accomplice on their path towards growth. I don’t believe that people are “broken” or “need to be fixed”, but rather that somewhere within every person lies the capacity to generate change. I believe this change begins by finding someone trustworthy to support them through this process. And—that being kinder and gentler towards ourselves goes a long way to building the foundation for this change to occur.

Christina McClarren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. Christina is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and families grow beyond current challenges. She specializes in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, grief, chronic/serious mental health issues, communication, and managing life stressors.

I'm Dr. Cheri Carter. As a therapist, I strive to meet you where you are. You are the expert of your life! My job is to help you identify and acknowledge your strengths, so you can build on them. Everyone has a story. Tell me yours, then decide if we're a match. If so, together we will identify goals and build a plan to accomplish them. Let's work together on your journey to emotional and mental wellness.

Theresa Ann Sobkiewicz-Palaski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in treating eating disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety in adolescents and adults. She has over 30 years of clinical experience in academic, clinical, and private practice settings. As a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience, she has been privileged to witness that awareness is the greatest agent for change.

Today is the day. If you've been hearing yourself say things like "I can't do this anymore", "I just want to be happy", or "now what", it's time to get some support. You may be feeling nervous, or ready to lean in and get started, or both. People often find it difficult to take these first steps, and find a helpful support essential in the process as they address mental health challenges, life transitions, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, low self esteem, and general feelings of being lost. I'm here to walk with you as we get the lay of the land and develop a clear pathway to where you want to go.

We have current availability with our therapist Kristen Glass LCSW. She accepts UPMC Health Plan, Highmark/ Blue Cross Blue Shield, and United Healthcare/Optum. Reach out if you have experienced a loss or difficult transition if you are struggling to set boundaries or express your needs, if you are struggling with difficult emotions, or if you just aren’t feeling like yourself. Our goal is to support you in exploring your experiences, releasing things you may have been carrying, setting goals you want to achieve, and identifying patterns and beliefs creating barriers.

I believe that, despite our differences, we all want the same thing in life....to be happy. We have our own definitions of what that means, but many common elements appear across the spectrum. I love being able to guide the process of discovery with my clients, to help identify where their attention is best spent. I believe we all have the innate wisdom to make sound decisions for ourselves but sometimes are too close to the situation to be able to trust our instincts. I see therapy as an opportunity to explore options, and ask new challenging questions.

I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years. Painful past experiences, whether they occurred in childhood or recently, influence our moods, behavior and relationships often in surprising ways. These experiences can intensify depression, anxiety and panic, marital stress, self-esteem issues, health crises and other conditions. I work with those struggling with the difficulties that follow recent and past experiences of stress or abuse. Negotiating the changes in our world and healing some of the broken places in our lives is challenging.

Hi! I'm Layne! I hope to provide a comfortable and affirming environment for my clients to grow and learn about themselves. I like to provide an integrative approach when it comes to therapy. Meaning, I use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help you reach your goals. I try and individualize the approach to the client's needs. With extensive experience, I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Insight-Oriented Therapy to address a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related symptoms.