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Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC

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You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure of where to start, and that’s completely okay. Taking the first step toward therapy is a brave and meaningful choice, and I’m here to walk alongside you at your own pace. I work with individuals of all ages, supporting you through life’s challenges, whether you’re managing daily stress, navigating a difficult transition, or working through deeper feelings of anxiety, depression, or abandonment. Whatever you’re carrying, this is a space for you to feel heard, understood, and supported.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered therapy, EFT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness-based approaches to meet your needs, not with a one-size-fits-all model, but with a personalized approach built on trust and mutual respect. Clients often tell me they feel “safe, seen, and empowered” in our work together.
Online therapy is a partnership, and there’s no rush, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you. When you’re ready, I invite you to reach out and book a session. This could be the start of something meaningful.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

(412) 547-5599

Philadelphia, PA 19106

My website
I offer therapy online, providing flexibility and convenience for your needs. Reach out when you're ready to start online therapy with me.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$193 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (412) 547-5599
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

(412) 547-5599

Philadelphia, PA 19106

My website
I offer therapy online, providing flexibility and convenience for your needs. Reach out when you're ready to start online therapy with me.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$193 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $193
  • Couple Sessions $193

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • CCBHO
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Geisinger
  • Health Advocate
  • Highmark
  • Meritain Health
  • PerformCare
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
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I provide you with flexible payment options tailored to your needs. I'm in-network with most commercial payers.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599
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I provide you with flexible payment options tailored to your needs. I'm in-network with most commercial payers.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Rahmah Albugami (Pennsylvania / PC015009) Kathryn Polaski
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven, M.S., Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2026
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With a M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I am also trained in CBT, EFT, IFS, and trauma-informed care, I work under the supervision of a licensed clinician to ensure thoughtful, high-quality support tailored to your needs.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599
"
With a M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I am also trained in CBT, EFT, IFS, and trauma-informed care, I work under the supervision of a licensed clinician to ensure thoughtful, high-quality support tailored to your needs.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD, and offer couples therapy for relationship and marital concerns. I also support clients with grief, life transitions, anger, behavioral issues, substance use, mood and thinking disorders, and women's issues, helping individuals and couples build lasting coping skills and emotional resilience.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599
"
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD, and offer couples therapy for relationship and marital concerns. I also support clients with grief, life transitions, anger, behavioral issues, substance use, mood and thinking disorders, and women's issues, helping individuals and couples build lasting coping skills and emotional resilience.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
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In online therapy, I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Person-Centered Therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599
"
In online therapy, I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Person-Centered Therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
or call with questions - (412) 547-5599

Location

Primary Location

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

(412) 547-5599

Additional Location

Philadelphia, PA 19106

(412) 547-5599
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I offer therapy online, providing flexibility and convenience for your needs. Reach out when you're ready to start online therapy with me.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 547-5599
"
I offer therapy online, providing flexibility and convenience for your needs. Reach out when you're ready to start online therapy with me.
Photo of Kathryn Polaski, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Kathryn Polaski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 547-5599