Anxiety Therapists in Greensburg, PA

My focus is to help you identify and develop your individual goals in treatment. I will guide you to achieve those goals and find ways to better understand and overcome your barriers. I take a strength based approach to provide a safe space for you to share your concerns. I have experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral disorders including: anxiety , depression, mood disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, adjustment disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and family systems.

I am a firm believer that life is a journey; sometimes you need someone to assist you in navigating your journey. I believe the answers to your questions are inside of you, but they can be covered by pain and fear. I use a combination of traditional talk therapy and possibly creativity to support you in your healing process as you move towards health and development. I will listen, provide education, mindfulness, and other techniques to assist you in identifying unhealthy patterns in a helpful and compassionate way.

We all go through stressful periods in our lives. Sometimes it's a result of a traumatic event, such as a sexual assault, loss of a loved one, or difficult life transition. Sometimes it's more complicated to pinpoint. Maybe we are having trouble coping with school, work, or everyday life and are not sure why. Maybe we feel stuck and just feel "off" or not ourselves. I believe that everyone is capable of changing their life and moving toward happiness. Whether you are new to therapy or have gone in the past, I'll work with you with non-judgment and compassion to help to you on your journey of personal growth.

Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes it feels downright impossible, especially when you're trying to navigate all of life's changes. You don't have to walk through life alone; let's do this together. I am here to provide a safe space for you to begin the journey of self-exploration and healing. We will work together to explore healthy and effective coping skills to manage difficult emotions. I strive to empower you to be the best version of yourself.

I work with clients identifying and resolving problems with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating/binge eating),trauma related issues, anxiety or panic attacks, depression, OCD, relationship issues, low self-esteem, difficulties with mood swings, and in need of coping techiques to deal with stress. I enjoy working with both women and men, adults, college students, adolescents and children. I often work closely with treatment teams professionals, such as medical professionals, nutritionists, and school counselors.. I offer individual & family counseling. My caring and supportive manner is balanced with a challenging and motivating style to help clients successfully meet their treatment goals.

I enjoy working with kids, teens and adults. I have worked many years with middle schoolers, but with kids in general. I work between two of our offices at Optimum Wellness Counseling - Belle Vernon and I am taking new clients at our newly opened Greensburg location. My focus is CBT, DBT and person centered therapy. I focus my sessions on strength based techniques and work to help the client through identifying positive coping skills, mindfulness and grounding techniques. I want to see success and growth for my clients to help them thrive in an ever-changing world.

I strive to create a safe space where people can work on building upon identified strengths, challenge personal negative assumptions or beliefs, and develop a new mindset to confront daily life obstacles. It is my belief that there is not one universal treatment modality and that every individual be offered a personal plan tailored to address their unique needs.

I am a believer that if the mind and body are focused on goals, obstacles can be overcome, as you become more confident and powerful. We will begin our journey together as we work in small steps toward developing your new goals. These will always be your goals and I am here to help guide you toward them. My work begins by listening to you and then we will summarize what your expectations are. Then I will reflect to you what you have communicated. I will tell you what we can expect to change and how we will be able to make that change happen.

I will be most successful in treating a client who is having difficulty with emotions--such as anxiety , depression, anger, grief--and who is willing to make a commitment to work on changing thinking patterns, behavioral patterns and emotional patterns that are causing misery and distress. This potentially successful client will not just be talking about problems each session, he or she will be learning, practicing and applying new skills. If my client needs medication, I will arrange a medication evaluation by our nurse practitioner, but mainly we will focus on skills, not pills!

Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by life's demands? I believe that we can reach a point in our lives when we become so overwhelmed, so bogged down with Anxiety or Depression, that we must slow down and heal. My personal mantra for therapy is "You can change only when the pain of staying the same finally outweighs the fear of changing". I have tremendous respect for the fact that you are considering reaching out for help now. When you come in we will discuss what is going in your life, and figure out how to move forward.

There are situations in life when you may feel it's too difficult to handle things on your own. Sometimes family and friends are unable to give you the guidance or insight that you may need to resolve or manage your problem. It's in these times that therapy can help. I have successfully treated a wide-range of issues including, but not limited to; grief, loss, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I have also successfully worked with couples who are dealing with infidelity and/or communication issues.

Now accepting new clients, daytime availability, Monday through Thursday! In order to grow, one must push through their comfort zone. I believe building trust and a healthy therapeutic alliance are key in the journey to becoming the best version of ourselves. I utilize a holistic approach to treatment, integrating Cognitive Behavioral techniques with Person-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Life can be overwhelming and difficult at times. It is healthy and beneficial to take time for yourself to work through these stressors and to learn effective strategies to cope with these pressures. I am committed to creating a safe and therapeutic space for my clients to be able to begin the healing process. It is my life's passion to help individuals and families experience relief from their current symptoms and improve family relationships and family dynamics.

We are all different in the way we experience life; each of us has a unique perspective in the way we interpret and how we feel about our personal experiences. What I don't do: I am not here to pass judgment or to tell you how to live your life. What I can do: I provide a compassionate approach to help guide and support your decision to make positive changes in your life and help you find alternate solutions to your everyday or recurring problems.

If you’re looking for a safe place to discuss life challenges and to explore ways to better your overall sense of well-being, then entering therapy may be the right choice for you! I offer counseling for adults going through life transitions, grief-related issues, anxiety , depression, LGBTQ-related issues, as well as a range of other needs. I'm passionate about working with people who are hesitant to ask for help and feel that everyone, no matter who they are, really deserve someone to hear them. Entering therapy is a brave step. "If there is no struggle, there is no progress." - Frederick Douglass

Dittmar Counseling Services has been providing therapy to individuals from communities throughout Westmoreland County since 2009. From its inception, treatment for adults, adolescents, families and couples in a quiet, private setting has enabled us to create a safe environment for the development of productive therapeutic relationships to occur. Because of the practice’s growth, we have been able to include adult psychiatric medication management for individuals needing medicinal intervention as well. We continue to offer flexible hours for appointments during the week.

I am a licensed professional counselor who has a straightforward approach that is combined with empathy and understanding. I will take a person where they are, not where I want them to be or where others' tell them they should be. I have worked for the past 10+ years with individuals who experience a combination of symptoms/stressors. I have worked with many different individuals with varying diagnoses, to include depression, anxiety , bipolar, PTSD, trauma, and personality disorders. I use a combination of therapies to be most effective in approaching treatment with others.

In life we are often faced with challenges such as depression, anxiety , stress, trauma, and loss. These issues can shake us to our core, cause us to question ourselves, and doubt our place within the world. Working through these issues in a safe and secure therapeutic relationship can provide sanctuary, comfort, and healing. I can help you work through these concerns, increase awareness, and build connections within your life to cope with challenges in healthy ways.

Sometimes you can hit a wall and experience overwhelming emotions. It can be confusing to sort out your thoughts and feelings during that experience. Many times this is rooted in trauma, childhood adversities, family dynamics, or relational stresses. My role as your therapist is to help you understand how your past is in your present. Learning themes and patterns will help you facilitate the change that is needed to relieve these symptoms. Together we can peel back the layers. Awareness is the key to healing!