Adults Therapists in East Pittsburgh, PA
Life can change on a dime; health, relationships and work to name a few. These can leave us questioning everything, from our place in this world to what our future can possibly look like when everything is different. Providing you with the tools and support to adjust your perspective, utilize your resilience and forge a new version of a successful, happy life is my goal. I believe in a holistic approach which respects the importance of a healthy mind, body, and spirit. My client base includes individuals with chronic illness and pain, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD and stage of life issues.
Life can change on a dime; health, relationships and work to name a few. These can leave us questioning everything, from our place in this world to what our future can possibly look like when everything is different. Providing you with the tools and support to adjust your perspective, utilize your resilience and forge a new version of a successful, happy life is my goal. I believe in a holistic approach which respects the importance of a healthy mind, body, and spirit. My client base includes individuals with chronic illness and pain, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD and stage of life issues.
I offer support to teens and adults in building awareness around how experiences have shaped them and how to unlearn some of the habits that are no longer serving them.
I specialize in post-traumatic growth, family issues, mindfulness-based therapy, and art therapy. My education in complex trauma allows me to pass on knowledge about how our brains and bodies work so clients can feel seen and become more aware of what is happening in each moment. I offer creative ways of healing parts of ourselves that words alone cannot.
I offer support to teens and adults in building awareness around how experiences have shaped them and how to unlearn some of the habits that are no longer serving them.
I specialize in post-traumatic growth, family issues, mindfulness-based therapy, and art therapy. My education in complex trauma allows me to pass on knowledge about how our brains and bodies work so clients can feel seen and become more aware of what is happening in each moment. I offer creative ways of healing parts of ourselves that words alone cannot.
Bree
Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC, MSCP
1 Endorsed
East Pittsburgh, PA 15112
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 8 years of experience helping adults in crisis.
Due to high demand for my services, I currently have a waitlist. However, please don't hesitate to contact me, because I will have a few spots opening soon. You can also find me at Open Path Psychotherapy Collective for anyone who needs low-cost therapy.
I am a multicultural therapist, and owner of my private practice Kindled Heart Counseling LLC. I believe in healing, nurturing, and loving into existence our heart’s desires. I believe that counseling is about putting the focus on your life in a way that’s intimate, personal, kind, and caring.
I have over 8 years of experience helping adults in crisis.
Due to high demand for my services, I currently have a waitlist. However, please don't hesitate to contact me, because I will have a few spots opening soon. You can also find me at Open Path Psychotherapy Collective for anyone who needs low-cost therapy.
I am a multicultural therapist, and owner of my private practice Kindled Heart Counseling LLC. I believe in healing, nurturing, and loving into existence our heart’s desires. I believe that counseling is about putting the focus on your life in a way that’s intimate, personal, kind, and caring.
Wrestling with your sexual or gender identity? Been there, done that. Trying to find a therapist who really gets you can feel like you’re screaming into the damn void. If the crushing weight of family expectations or a heavy-handed religious upbringing has ever made you feel like an outsider, you’re not alone. I can help you navigate the minefield of coming out, exploring your identity, or the depression and anxiety that comes with self-exploration.
Wrestling with your sexual or gender identity? Been there, done that. Trying to find a therapist who really gets you can feel like you’re screaming into the damn void. If the crushing weight of family expectations or a heavy-handed religious upbringing has ever made you feel like an outsider, you’re not alone. I can help you navigate the minefield of coming out, exploring your identity, or the depression and anxiety that comes with self-exploration.
My name is Melissa M Brown, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania. I recognize seeking therapy can be a significant step in taking control of your life's journey, so I provide an empathetic and supportive environment to help you grow. I utilize an integrated approach in my practice, drawing upon client-centered, psychodynamic, and CBT-based modalities. My approach to therapy is one driven by the client and what their needs are, based on the goals. I draw upon several different modalities to help clients develop a deeper understanding of the "why" and ensure they are moving forward.
My name is Melissa M Brown, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania. I recognize seeking therapy can be a significant step in taking control of your life's journey, so I provide an empathetic and supportive environment to help you grow. I utilize an integrated approach in my practice, drawing upon client-centered, psychodynamic, and CBT-based modalities. My approach to therapy is one driven by the client and what their needs are, based on the goals. I draw upon several different modalities to help clients develop a deeper understanding of the "why" and ensure they are moving forward.
Are you stuck in a therapy rut, going around in circles and rehashing the same stuff week after week? You’re not alone. Let’s stop the merry-go-round and dig deep into what’s holding you back. We’ll uncover the shit that’s causing your reactions and empower you to take control. I don’t do surface-level therapy, I want to dive deep, marinate in the tough stuff, and unearth the power you’ve always had to make much needed changes in your life. I’ll support you every step of the way, and yes, I’ll lovingly call you on your shit when you need it. I’m ready to navigate this journey together.
Are you stuck in a therapy rut, going around in circles and rehashing the same stuff week after week? You’re not alone. Let’s stop the merry-go-round and dig deep into what’s holding you back. We’ll uncover the shit that’s causing your reactions and empower you to take control. I don’t do surface-level therapy, I want to dive deep, marinate in the tough stuff, and unearth the power you’ve always had to make much needed changes in your life. I’ll support you every step of the way, and yes, I’ll lovingly call you on your shit when you need it. I’m ready to navigate this journey together.
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I have worked in the fields of Mental & Behavioral Health for 18 years helping children, adolescents, adults, and their caregivers.
Welcome to my page! I am glad that you are here. This means you want something better for your life, and that is an AMAZING first step to take! Maybe you struggle with fears or regrets that are weighing you down, keeping you from living the life you want live? Maybe you feel alone in this world and are struggling to find your tribe of people who get you? Maybe you are just struggling with understanding yourself or others, and this keeps you awake at night... No matter what it is, let me walk this path with you so you are not alone, and together we can create the life that you want to live! Let's get you started today!
I have worked in the fields of Mental & Behavioral Health for 18 years helping children, adolescents, adults, and their caregivers.
Welcome to my page! I am glad that you are here. This means you want something better for your life, and that is an AMAZING first step to take! Maybe you struggle with fears or regrets that are weighing you down, keeping you from living the life you want live? Maybe you feel alone in this world and are struggling to find your tribe of people who get you? Maybe you are just struggling with understanding yourself or others, and this keeps you awake at night... No matter what it is, let me walk this path with you so you are not alone, and together we can create the life that you want to live! Let's get you started today!
I've got a lifetime of experience with trauma and neurodivergence, and have a deep understanding of the overlap between these qualities, so this is the type of client that I work best with. Through my own personal and professional work, I've reached a point at which I'm able to help others to grow and improve their lives by identifying core thoughts and beliefs that are holding them back, and specific skills they can work on to take more control over their lives.
I've got a lifetime of experience with trauma and neurodivergence, and have a deep understanding of the overlap between these qualities, so this is the type of client that I work best with. Through my own personal and professional work, I've reached a point at which I'm able to help others to grow and improve their lives by identifying core thoughts and beliefs that are holding them back, and specific skills they can work on to take more control over their lives.
Want a therapist on your journey to become better, more in control, more hopeful individual, then I am the counselor for you. With my extensive knowledge, out of the box thinking, and often humorous process, you will almost always end the session feeling better than when you started. I look forward to helping you and learning about you and forming a partnership on this grand journey.
Anxious, depressed, struggling with PTSD symptoms, angry all the time, feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling off? Then you are the perfect client for my services. I have helped hundreds of individuals over the years improve the quality or their lives.
Want a therapist on your journey to become better, more in control, more hopeful individual, then I am the counselor for you. With my extensive knowledge, out of the box thinking, and often humorous process, you will almost always end the session feeling better than when you started. I look forward to helping you and learning about you and forming a partnership on this grand journey.
Anxious, depressed, struggling with PTSD symptoms, angry all the time, feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling off? Then you are the perfect client for my services. I have helped hundreds of individuals over the years improve the quality or their lives.
I work with adults and young adults with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, substance use, challenges with relationships or family, major life transitions, and LGBTQ+ identity development.
I also specialize in working with medical professionals and students, people struggling with insomnia, and people who have had spiritual, mystical, supernatural, and/or psychedelic experiences and wish to process them in an open-minded, non-pathologizing therapeutic space.
I work with adults and young adults with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, substance use, challenges with relationships or family, major life transitions, and LGBTQ+ identity development.
I also specialize in working with medical professionals and students, people struggling with insomnia, and people who have had spiritual, mystical, supernatural, and/or psychedelic experiences and wish to process them in an open-minded, non-pathologizing therapeutic space.
Whether you are having challenges adjusting to stressful life events or you have experienced personal trauma(s) you are having difficulty processing, Sarah is a compassionate, well rounded professional who will work alongside you through your inner healing journey. She offers a safe, confidential space to be your authentic self and share your thoughts and feelings. Sarah has a gentle but direct approach that aims to help you discover and understand aspects of yourself that may need attention and self-love. As Robert Frost stated and as Sarah firmly believes "The best way out is always through."
Whether you are having challenges adjusting to stressful life events or you have experienced personal trauma(s) you are having difficulty processing, Sarah is a compassionate, well rounded professional who will work alongside you through your inner healing journey. She offers a safe, confidential space to be your authentic self and share your thoughts and feelings. Sarah has a gentle but direct approach that aims to help you discover and understand aspects of yourself that may need attention and self-love. As Robert Frost stated and as Sarah firmly believes "The best way out is always through."
Life can be stressful and times are ever-changing! If you're feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed, you're not alone. I believe that every challenging situation or time in life allows us to learn more about ourselves that will improve our overall well-being and adaptability. I am dedicated to providing support that will be personal, set in real life, non-judgmental, and effective. I am committed, reliable, and empathetic to the needs of each unique person. My counseling style is warm, interactive, light, and motivated.
Life can be stressful and times are ever-changing! If you're feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed, you're not alone. I believe that every challenging situation or time in life allows us to learn more about ourselves that will improve our overall well-being and adaptability. I am dedicated to providing support that will be personal, set in real life, non-judgmental, and effective. I am committed, reliable, and empathetic to the needs of each unique person. My counseling style is warm, interactive, light, and motivated.
Psychotherapy or "talk therapy" is a general term used to treat psychological disorders and mental distress by helping you better understand your illness or source of life problems. Therapy teaches strategies and gives tools to deal with unhealthy or damaging behaviors. Within a relaxed professional atmosphere I use a collage of proven approaches to help you increase your awareness and capacity for self-observation, change negative behaviors and develop insight. It is my goal to help you work on positive growth and facilitate you in maximizing your potential.
Psychotherapy or "talk therapy" is a general term used to treat psychological disorders and mental distress by helping you better understand your illness or source of life problems. Therapy teaches strategies and gives tools to deal with unhealthy or damaging behaviors. Within a relaxed professional atmosphere I use a collage of proven approaches to help you increase your awareness and capacity for self-observation, change negative behaviors and develop insight. It is my goal to help you work on positive growth and facilitate you in maximizing your potential.
Dearest reader, you who have been hurt and disenchanted, yet who still have the courage to dream:
you are not alone.
Our whole world has been suffering from a soul-loss pandemic that has told us we’re nothing but machines made out of chemical reactions, diagnosable and “fixable” with drugs and behavior modification.
You know - as I know - that this is simply not so, and a mode of medicine that fails to address the infinite and the wild dimensions of us is really no medicine at all.
The good news is this: there is a way out of this grim dominant paradigm and the soul-sickness it brings - and this way out is also a way in.
Dearest reader, you who have been hurt and disenchanted, yet who still have the courage to dream:
you are not alone.
Our whole world has been suffering from a soul-loss pandemic that has told us we’re nothing but machines made out of chemical reactions, diagnosable and “fixable” with drugs and behavior modification.
You know - as I know - that this is simply not so, and a mode of medicine that fails to address the infinite and the wild dimensions of us is really no medicine at all.
The good news is this: there is a way out of this grim dominant paradigm and the soul-sickness it brings - and this way out is also a way in.
Hope. Healing. Restoration. These three words are the bridge between a life that feels stressful, depleted, and broken: to a life of courage, strength, and freedom. As we journey together, my goal is to help you uncover the underlying thoughts & feelings keeping you stuck, transform them into healthier perspectives, and equip you with effective coping that allows you to successfully navigate a life of restoration.
Hope. Healing. Restoration. These three words are the bridge between a life that feels stressful, depleted, and broken: to a life of courage, strength, and freedom. As we journey together, my goal is to help you uncover the underlying thoughts & feelings keeping you stuck, transform them into healthier perspectives, and equip you with effective coping that allows you to successfully navigate a life of restoration.
Do you experience anxiety or depression that impacts your life? It can be scary creating the life you want while facing daily trials and challenges. I will help you develop effective coping mechanisms to manage your emotions, establish healthy relationships in your personal life, and create balance to become your best self.
Do you experience anxiety or depression that impacts your life? It can be scary creating the life you want while facing daily trials and challenges. I will help you develop effective coping mechanisms to manage your emotions, establish healthy relationships in your personal life, and create balance to become your best self.
In addition, I am trained in DBT for adults and adolescents, CBT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and am presently training in Brainspotting.
While I treat Clients from an array of backgrounds, I am well-versed in using a trauma-focused perspective. Instead of questioning what is wrong with you, I ask, what happened to you? This is an effective way to approach treatment for symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, aging, stress, transitions, serious mental illnesses, and most of all complex trauma.
In addition, I am trained in DBT for adults and adolescents, CBT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and am presently training in Brainspotting.
While I treat Clients from an array of backgrounds, I am well-versed in using a trauma-focused perspective. Instead of questioning what is wrong with you, I ask, what happened to you? This is an effective way to approach treatment for symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, aging, stress, transitions, serious mental illnesses, and most of all complex trauma.
My biggest passion has always been to help others, and I am so grateful that I am able to achieve that passion as a therapist. Through my own healing, I have found grace in managing life stressors, so I know firsthand how frustrating and challenging things can be! Helping my clients identify struggles and find new skills for managing or coping makes my work as a therapist feel very rewarding. Healing is possible, and you can grow into the person you were always meant to be.
My biggest passion has always been to help others, and I am so grateful that I am able to achieve that passion as a therapist. Through my own healing, I have found grace in managing life stressors, so I know firsthand how frustrating and challenging things can be! Helping my clients identify struggles and find new skills for managing or coping makes my work as a therapist feel very rewarding. Healing is possible, and you can grow into the person you were always meant to be.
I have experience working with adults, young adults, couples and families.
I am passionate about instilling hope in others to work towards reaching their goals. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and career challenges.
I have experience working with adults, young adults, couples and families.
I am passionate about instilling hope in others to work towards reaching their goals. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and career challenges.
Accepting new clients! Sometimes our journey requires a detour. It may feel mentally and physically overwhelming. Having someone to help navigate anxiety, depression, uncertainty, relationships, work, and day-to-day life is the first step in helping you reach your final destination. I believe in finding joy in the journey, and the therapeutic relationship is a vital component of the healing process in the journey. Let me help guide you in your journey. I have trainings in and utilize Cognitive-Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Person-Centered, mindfulness, play, and family therapies for treating anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Accepting new clients! Sometimes our journey requires a detour. It may feel mentally and physically overwhelming. Having someone to help navigate anxiety, depression, uncertainty, relationships, work, and day-to-day life is the first step in helping you reach your final destination. I believe in finding joy in the journey, and the therapeutic relationship is a vital component of the healing process in the journey. Let me help guide you in your journey. I have trainings in and utilize Cognitive-Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Person-Centered, mindfulness, play, and family therapies for treating anxiety, depression, and OCD.
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Adults Therapists
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication.
Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder.
It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.