Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C (she, her)

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4 Endorsed

6507 Wilkins Ave. Ste. 209, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

(667) 200-2693

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Welcome! I'm Joanna. I work with adolescents (16+) & adults, most frequently young adults. I particularly enjoy working with transitional issues - changes in school, jobs, family, relationships, identity, etc. Often, my clients are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or interpersonal conflict. I value working with folks with a range of backgrounds, races, faiths, genders, sexualities, and lifestyles. I see people through a systems lens, recognize the oppressive barriers to mental wellness, and encourage reflection on cultural impact. My ideal client is open minded, patient, and motivated for change.

I work to meet you where you're at and use person-centered approach, whether that's structured skill building or an empathetic ear. I work mostly from an ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) framework, but also incorporate elements of CBT, DBT, and IPT. I use EMDR in addition to talk therapy. I am not a true "blank slate" - healing comes from connections!

I'm glad to have you here - it shows you've taken a huge first step towards healing, processing, and growth, and I'm honored to support you. Send me an email to get connected! The extras: I am a cancer sun ISFJ, and I enjoy traveling, making pottery, reading fiction, going for walks/hikes, and watching reality TV with my dog.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Joanna Hurwitz now - (667) 200-2693

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

6507 Wilkins Ave. Ste. 209

Pittsburgh, PA 15217 map

(667) 200-2693

Columbia, MD 21046

I see clients via telehealth in PA and MD and in person in Pittsburgh. Note: I am able to respond MUCH faster to email than phone calls!

I specialize in Depression, Life Transitions and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (667) 200-2693

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

6507 Wilkins Ave. Ste. 209

Pittsburgh, PA 15217 map

(667) 200-2693

Columbia, MD 21046

I see clients via telehealth in PA and MD and in person in Pittsburgh. Note: I am able to respond MUCH faster to email than phone calls!

I specialize in Depression, Life Transitions and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150

Insurance

Anthem
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
CareFirst
Highmark
Optum
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
Out of Network

We accept credit/debit/HSA cards that you can enter securely in our patient portal. Support provided for out of network claims.

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

We accept credit/debit/HSA cards that you can enter securely in our patient portal. Support provided for out of network claims.

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW024706 Joanna Hurwitz

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 10 years

Attended University of Maryland School of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2016

Additional Credentials

License: Maryland 21858 / 2024

I am licensed to practice virtually in both Maryland and Pennsylvania and see some in-person clients in Pittsburgh. I enjoy working with older teens and adults as they navigate difficult life changes, social and cultural stressors, relationship challenges, depression, and anxiety.

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Depression
Life Transitions
Anxiety

Expertise

Bipolar Disorder
Body Image
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Cancer
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ+
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

We all experience unpleasant emotions like sadness, worry, confusion, and anger. Sometimes my work is to help contextualize these feelings as symptoms of mental illness. With others, I recognize and support them as a difficult part of the human experience. Either way, my work is heavy on psycho-education, validation, mindfulness, and values-driven behavioral change.

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

4 Endorsements

Taylor Lang

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Joanna is an incredibly accepting and compassionate therapist who works hard with her clients.

Katherine Brown

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Joanna works with each client to develop a treatment plan that meets their individualized needs.

Michael P. Malone

Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, LP

Erin Spahr

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCPC, LCMHC, PMH-C

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
EMDR
Humanistic
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Strength-Based

No therapy approach is one size fits all. I tailor my approach to your specific needs, preferences, and strengths. I incorporate evidence-based treatments, but you are an individual, not a case study!

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Email me or call with questions - (667) 200-2693

Location

Primary Location

6507 Wilkins Ave. Ste. 209

Pittsburgh, PA 15217

(667) 200-2693

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Additional Location

Columbia, MD 21046

(667) 200-2693

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I see clients via telehealth in PA and MD and in person in Pittsburgh. Note: I am able to respond MUCH faster to email than phone calls!

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Take the first step to help. Call now - (667) 200-2693

I see clients via telehealth in PA and MD and in person in Pittsburgh. Note: I am able to respond MUCH faster to email than phone calls!

Joanna Hurwitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Take the first step to help. Call now - (667) 200-2693

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