Female Therapists in Gibsonia, PA

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Lisa Gillespie Robb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gibsonia, PA 15044
I work with individuals who struggle with personal relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression and grief and trauma. I provide a warm, positive and supportive environment in which clients have an opportunity to be heard so that they may move forward in the healing process and find peace and joy in their lives. As a specialist in women's issues, I am committed to women's emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being.
I work with individuals who struggle with personal relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression and grief and trauma. I provide a warm, positive and supportive environment in which clients have an opportunity to be heard so that they may move forward in the healing process and find peace and joy in their lives. As a specialist in women's issues, I am committed to women's emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being.
(412) 413-9849 View (412) 413-9849
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Resilience Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Do you feel like your emotions are interfering with your ability to live your fullest life? If so, I might be able to help. I offer a safe and compassionate space, along with guidance and effective coping strategies to help you get your life back in balance. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults for over twenty years in the mental health field. I have experience treating a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, eating disorders and addiction.
Do you feel like your emotions are interfering with your ability to live your fullest life? If so, I might be able to help. I offer a safe and compassionate space, along with guidance and effective coping strategies to help you get your life back in balance. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults for over twenty years in the mental health field. I have experience treating a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, eating disorders and addiction.
(724) 613-4965 View (724) 613-4965
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Jaclyn H Burwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to feel confident in your daily life, even though you seem to have it all together? Maybe you’re constantly managing the needs of others, especially challenging family dynamics, but feel exhausted and unheard yourself. High-functioning anxiety might keep you moving, but it’s draining your energy and peace of mind.
Are you struggling to feel confident in your daily life, even though you seem to have it all together? Maybe you’re constantly managing the needs of others, especially challenging family dynamics, but feel exhausted and unheard yourself. High-functioning anxiety might keep you moving, but it’s draining your energy and peace of mind.
(252) 713-4066 View (252) 713-4066
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Tammy Dawson
DNP, PMHNP-
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Dr. Tammy Dawson is a boardcertified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2019. Dr. Dawson has a passion for helping people. She has been in the field of nursing since 1992 and has continued to grow in her career. Dr. Dawson enjoys getting to know her clients and developing a relationship to help improve their collaboration. Outside of work, Dr. Dawson enjoys spending time with family, knitting, weaving, and sewing.
Dr. Tammy Dawson is a boardcertified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2019. Dr. Dawson has a passion for helping people. She has been in the field of nursing since 1992 and has continued to grow in her career. Dr. Dawson enjoys getting to know her clients and developing a relationship to help improve their collaboration. Outside of work, Dr. Dawson enjoys spending time with family, knitting, weaving, and sewing.
(844) 264-6945 View (844) 264-6945
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Julie Klecker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Julie Klecker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 1993. Julie has 30 years of experience counseling multicultural populations with various mental health and substance use problems and behaviors. Her specialties lie in the areas of trauma treatment and addictions. She also has a passion to see relationships and families restored. Julie enjoys working with children using play and art therapy. Julie's hope is that everyone entering counseling will feel accepted, seen, and supported. It is her joy to see lives transformed through self-acceptance and self-love. Julie has served in the U. S.
Julie Klecker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 1993. Julie has 30 years of experience counseling multicultural populations with various mental health and substance use problems and behaviors. Her specialties lie in the areas of trauma treatment and addictions. She also has a passion to see relationships and families restored. Julie enjoys working with children using play and art therapy. Julie's hope is that everyone entering counseling will feel accepted, seen, and supported. It is her joy to see lives transformed through self-acceptance and self-love. Julie has served in the U. S.
(724) 952-2778 View (724) 952-2778
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Jamie Jeffrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCATP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gibsonia, PA 15044  (Online Only)
My focus is primarily with women (i.
I strive to make therapy a safe space that is customized to fit your needs. I utilize various techniques from different types of therapy based on your personal story and experiences. Maybe you experienced some trauma and you need help finding your way through it. You want to find ways to alleviate stress, or need to resolve some concerns that you can't seem to get past. You want someone to help you set achievable goals, find yourself, or get out of that funk you've been stuck in. You're coming out of a difficult relationship or you are wondering if it's time to leave. Let me help you create a better tomorrow.
My focus is primarily with women (i.
I strive to make therapy a safe space that is customized to fit your needs. I utilize various techniques from different types of therapy based on your personal story and experiences. Maybe you experienced some trauma and you need help finding your way through it. You want to find ways to alleviate stress, or need to resolve some concerns that you can't seem to get past. You want someone to help you set achievable goals, find yourself, or get out of that funk you've been stuck in. You're coming out of a difficult relationship or you are wondering if it's time to leave. Let me help you create a better tomorrow.
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Cassandra Kotlarchik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044  (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping people cope with societal pressures and expectations that often lead to stress, anxiety, depression and negative ways of coping. Working with women on food and body image issues is a special interest of mine. I also enjoy supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum.
I have a passion for helping people cope with societal pressures and expectations that often lead to stress, anxiety, depression and negative ways of coping. Working with women on food and body image issues is a special interest of mine. I also enjoy supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum.
(425) 970-8861 View (425) 970-8861
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Michelle L. Hajduk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Michelle has been in the Human services field since 1997 and has had several jobs that she has been either a case manager or service coordinator for children, adolescents and their families that were diagnosed with a behavioral health diagnosis. In 2009, she decided that she wanted to do more and give more to those populations and to the communities in Allegheny County and applied and got accepted into the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work. Michelle graduated in 2012, later obtained her LSW and went on to work in several of the Emergency Departments in the city as a Trauma Social Worker.
Michelle has been in the Human services field since 1997 and has had several jobs that she has been either a case manager or service coordinator for children, adolescents and their families that were diagnosed with a behavioral health diagnosis. In 2009, she decided that she wanted to do more and give more to those populations and to the communities in Allegheny County and applied and got accepted into the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work. Michelle graduated in 2012, later obtained her LSW and went on to work in several of the Emergency Departments in the city as a Trauma Social Worker.
(724) 546-4523 View (724) 546-4523
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Kathleen Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044  (Online Only)
I work with male and female clients, ranging in age from 6-75.
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
I work with male and female clients, ranging in age from 6-75.
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
(484) 255-4254 View (484) 255-4254
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Kala Cunningham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
At LifeStance Health, Kala focuses on treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with a particular emphasis on women's issues and substance abuse. Certified in EMDR and anger management, Kala uses evidencebased techniques to assist clients in overcoming trauma and managing emotional distress. Kala's approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couples/Marital Counseling, and Christian Counseling, ensuring a holistic and personalized treatment plan for each client. Serving teens, adults, and seniors, Kala is committed to providing highquality care tailored to the needs of each age group.
At LifeStance Health, Kala focuses on treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with a particular emphasis on women's issues and substance abuse. Certified in EMDR and anger management, Kala uses evidencebased techniques to assist clients in overcoming trauma and managing emotional distress. Kala's approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couples/Marital Counseling, and Christian Counseling, ensuring a holistic and personalized treatment plan for each client. Serving teens, adults, and seniors, Kala is committed to providing highquality care tailored to the needs of each age group.
(844) 264-6945 View (844) 264-6945
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Koonteera Kaew-Im James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Koonteera “Apple” James is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Apple sees clients both in-person and via telehealth at Sewickley and Gibsonia offices. Prior working at Samaritan, Apple was an Outpatient Therapist at New Directions Mental Health providing Individual, Couple and Family Therapy. Her experience as an Outpatient Therapist and a Family Based Mental Health therapist and supervisor at Wesely Family Services has helped to cultivate her trauma -informed, client-centered, and non-judgmental approach.
Koonteera “Apple” James is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Apple sees clients both in-person and via telehealth at Sewickley and Gibsonia offices. Prior working at Samaritan, Apple was an Outpatient Therapist at New Directions Mental Health providing Individual, Couple and Family Therapy. Her experience as an Outpatient Therapist and a Family Based Mental Health therapist and supervisor at Wesely Family Services has helped to cultivate her trauma -informed, client-centered, and non-judgmental approach.
(412) 960-2479 View (412) 960-2479
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Lezlee Betts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Lezlee Betts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2012. Lezlee received her Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from Edinboro University. In addition to her clinical experience received while providing outpatient therapy, Lezlee has worked within utilization review departments of commercial behavioral health insurance companies providing her with a deeper understanding of how influential a person's environment can be with an emphasis on implementing advocacy.
Lezlee Betts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2012. Lezlee received her Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from Edinboro University. In addition to her clinical experience received while providing outpatient therapy, Lezlee has worked within utilization review departments of commercial behavioral health insurance companies providing her with a deeper understanding of how influential a person's environment can be with an emphasis on implementing advocacy.
(724) 302-5857 View (724) 302-5857
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Kesha S Brake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Hello! My name is Kesha Brake and I work as a therapist at Samaritan Counseling, Guidance, Consulting's Gibsonia office. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults in various backgrounds, and needs to help individuals reach their goals.
Hello! My name is Kesha Brake and I work as a therapist at Samaritan Counseling, Guidance, Consulting's Gibsonia office. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults in various backgrounds, and needs to help individuals reach their goals.
(412) 981-2077 View (412) 981-2077
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Nicole Henning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044  (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Nicole Henning. I’m a licensed professional counselor LPC out of the state of Pennsylvania. I have been practicing for about a decade now. I mainly work with adults 18 and above, and I enjoy focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical, behavioral therapy, humanistic approaches, person-centered, approaches, trauma, informed, care, approaches, and being able to apply psychodynamic approaches as well. I have a big passion for working with neuroscience and enjoy many trainings in this and being able to help people understand their brain health.
Hi there! My name is Nicole Henning. I’m a licensed professional counselor LPC out of the state of Pennsylvania. I have been practicing for about a decade now. I mainly work with adults 18 and above, and I enjoy focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical, behavioral therapy, humanistic approaches, person-centered, approaches, trauma, informed, care, approaches, and being able to apply psychodynamic approaches as well. I have a big passion for working with neuroscience and enjoy many trainings in this and being able to help people understand their brain health.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Carla J Sandy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
There is no need to suffer in silence. Over the years I have heard people say, "I regret that I waited so long to come to counseling." When people struggle with life's challenges alone, they usually have little success. This solitary method often results in a deep sense of hopelessness and unhappiness. At the Samaritan Counseling Center, it has been my privilege to empower men, women and adolescents to make their lives more fulfilling. During counseling sessions, you will experience a safe environment to tell your story-and then together, we will begin the journey to hope and healing.
There is no need to suffer in silence. Over the years I have heard people say, "I regret that I waited so long to come to counseling." When people struggle with life's challenges alone, they usually have little success. This solitary method often results in a deep sense of hopelessness and unhappiness. At the Samaritan Counseling Center, it has been my privilege to empower men, women and adolescents to make their lives more fulfilling. During counseling sessions, you will experience a safe environment to tell your story-and then together, we will begin the journey to hope and healing.
(412) 307-4570 View (412) 307-4570
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Gale Ann Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Individuals are doing the best that they can at any given moment, and they can and want to do better. I offer clients a safe place to explore the issues that brought them to my door in a nonjudgmental environment and to learn how to take care of their emotional health. They will learn how thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected, how to manage their emotions, and how to tolerate the distress that life changes bring.
Individuals are doing the best that they can at any given moment, and they can and want to do better. I offer clients a safe place to explore the issues that brought them to my door in a nonjudgmental environment and to learn how to take care of their emotional health. They will learn how thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected, how to manage their emotions, and how to tolerate the distress that life changes bring.
(412) 253-2927 View (412) 253-2927
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Carrie Kuhs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Are you a parent who wants to help your child or teen to feel better? Does your child have problems with depression, worry, anger, social difficulties or disrespect? You want the best for your child, but parenting is hard. As your child's counselor, I use a variety of techniques such as talk, art, and play to help express emotions, connect with others, and solve problems. The first visit will focus on identifying treatment goals and a therapeutic plan. I will work with you and your child or teen to build skills necessary to live life well.
Are you a parent who wants to help your child or teen to feel better? Does your child have problems with depression, worry, anger, social difficulties or disrespect? You want the best for your child, but parenting is hard. As your child's counselor, I use a variety of techniques such as talk, art, and play to help express emotions, connect with others, and solve problems. The first visit will focus on identifying treatment goals and a therapeutic plan. I will work with you and your child or teen to build skills necessary to live life well.
(866) 370-5592 View (866) 370-5592
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Monica L Walsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist located in the North Hills of Pittsburgh who treats adults across the lifespan. I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 25 years, working with individuals on a wide range of issues and concerns. I have particular experience working with difficulties related to anxiety, stress, and physical health (including panic attacks, generalized anxiety, OCD, coping with chronic pain and illness, coping with life transitions, sleep difficulties).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist located in the North Hills of Pittsburgh who treats adults across the lifespan. I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 25 years, working with individuals on a wide range of issues and concerns. I have particular experience working with difficulties related to anxiety, stress, and physical health (including panic attacks, generalized anxiety, OCD, coping with chronic pain and illness, coping with life transitions, sleep difficulties).
(412) 802-9514 View (412) 802-9514
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Julie Semego
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gibsonia, PA 15044
It can be difficult to take the initial step to contact a therapist, and it is easy to put it off. Don't let that be a barrier to taking the first step in gaining support and guidance with your current challenges. I understand and make every effort to help you feel comfortable and supported from the moment you reach out.
It can be difficult to take the initial step to contact a therapist, and it is easy to put it off. Don't let that be a barrier to taking the first step in gaining support and guidance with your current challenges. I understand and make every effort to help you feel comfortable and supported from the moment you reach out.
(724) 719-1279 View (724) 719-1279
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Jessica Gage
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gibsonia, PA 15044
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Jessica has been serving individuals and couples in the Greater Pittsburgh region for over a decade. In a judgement-free space, you will be able to explore your goals and strategize how to balance your personal growth and interpersonal relationships. Jessica will come alongside you with compassion, hope, and intentionality as you gain confidence in your coping skills and worldview.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Jessica has been serving individuals and couples in the Greater Pittsburgh region for over a decade. In a judgement-free space, you will be able to explore your goals and strategize how to balance your personal growth and interpersonal relationships. Jessica will come alongside you with compassion, hope, and intentionality as you gain confidence in your coping skills and worldview.
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.