Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Oakmont, PA
Primarily I will teach you skills in mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy( CBT) as well as Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Immediate openings for ages 19 and older!
A change would do you good. Change can be difficult AND rewarding. Together we will find ways to overcome obstacles, utilize strengths and begin to find joy again.
I treat anxiety, depression, life transitions, changing relationships (and jobs) and other issues throughout the lifespan. I have experience in the areas of substance abuse, caregiver stress and women's health (perimenopause/menopause) and obstacles of mid life. I also have experience in the area of grief.
We will collaborate to find solutions that are practical and easily applied. If you put in the work results will come!
Primarily I will teach you skills in mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy( CBT) as well as Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Immediate openings for ages 19 and older!
A change would do you good. Change can be difficult AND rewarding. Together we will find ways to overcome obstacles, utilize strengths and begin to find joy again.
I treat anxiety, depression, life transitions, changing relationships (and jobs) and other issues throughout the lifespan. I have experience in the areas of substance abuse, caregiver stress and women's health (perimenopause/menopause) and obstacles of mid life. I also have experience in the area of grief.
We will collaborate to find solutions that are practical and easily applied. If you put in the work results will come!
Currently not accepting new clients.
I believe everyone has the potential to thrive regardless of age, gender, race, ability, diagnosis, or experience, but often life’s challenges deplete the very internal resources we need to flourish. Sometimes we need the support of a trained professional to help navigate difficult emotions and questions we are left with, especially when they interfere with our daily life or just won't go away. I provide a compassionate and professional environment where clients can safely explore what is holding them back so they can heal and move forward.
Currently not accepting new clients.
I believe everyone has the potential to thrive regardless of age, gender, race, ability, diagnosis, or experience, but often life’s challenges deplete the very internal resources we need to flourish. Sometimes we need the support of a trained professional to help navigate difficult emotions and questions we are left with, especially when they interfere with our daily life or just won't go away. I provide a compassionate and professional environment where clients can safely explore what is holding them back so they can heal and move forward.
Whether you're looking to make significant changes in your life, need some assistance with coping skills, or just need someone kind to talk with and truly hear you, I would be honored to work with you on making positive progress in your life.
Whether you're looking to make significant changes in your life, need some assistance with coping skills, or just need someone kind to talk with and truly hear you, I would be honored to work with you on making positive progress in your life.
Kathleen Fawcett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Oakmont, PA 15139
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of day-to-day living, a major change or event, difficulties in a relationship, dwelling on the past, or worrying about the future? Let's talk.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of day-to-day living, a major change or event, difficulties in a relationship, dwelling on the past, or worrying about the future? Let's talk.
Dr. Novacic is a licensed psychologist at The Psychology Loft and obtained her doctorate at Duquesne University. She holds master’s degrees in Educational and Child Psychology and has 10+ years of experience working with individuals across the lifespan. Throughout her career, Dr. Novacic has worked in public and private schools, hospitals, community mental health, crisis centers, private practice, juvenile justice and correctional facilities, and has served on legal teams supporting justice-involved youth.
Dr. Novacic is a licensed psychologist at The Psychology Loft and obtained her doctorate at Duquesne University. She holds master’s degrees in Educational and Child Psychology and has 10+ years of experience working with individuals across the lifespan. Throughout her career, Dr. Novacic has worked in public and private schools, hospitals, community mental health, crisis centers, private practice, juvenile justice and correctional facilities, and has served on legal teams supporting justice-involved youth.
Are you looking to develop more self-awareness, reduce stress and find life more meaningful? Therapy can be a useful tool to aid in this process. Our work together may include processing life experiences, identify current emotional responses, and engaging in skill building work to improve coping. Together, we can work through the current challenges you may be facing and identify positive paths toward change and healing.
Are you looking to develop more self-awareness, reduce stress and find life more meaningful? Therapy can be a useful tool to aid in this process. Our work together may include processing life experiences, identify current emotional responses, and engaging in skill building work to improve coping. Together, we can work through the current challenges you may be facing and identify positive paths toward change and healing.
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Greg was born and raised in Pittsburgh, graduating from Duquesne University with degrees in Psychology and Sociology, and Counseling. He is an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor with a background that ranges from children to seniors, spanning both mental health and substance abuse. He has worked in the family court system, addiction, and mental health settings. Greg uses a person-centered approach to help people through a wide variety of life events and struggles. He has facilitated groups on mental health, grief, abuse, anger, relationship skills, family issues, and works with individuals at this time.
Greg was born and raised in Pittsburgh, graduating from Duquesne University with degrees in Psychology and Sociology, and Counseling. He is an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor with a background that ranges from children to seniors, spanning both mental health and substance abuse. He has worked in the family court system, addiction, and mental health settings. Greg uses a person-centered approach to help people through a wide variety of life events and struggles. He has facilitated groups on mental health, grief, abuse, anger, relationship skills, family issues, and works with individuals at this time.
I’m Dr. Stephanie Smigiel, PhD, LPC, the founder of Smigiel Counseling, and I’ve worked in the behavioral health field since 2013 supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is grounded in a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, shaped by both professional training and lived experience. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and trauma across the lifespan, from early childhood through adulthood, and tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, goals, and strengths.
I’m Dr. Stephanie Smigiel, PhD, LPC, the founder of Smigiel Counseling, and I’ve worked in the behavioral health field since 2013 supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is grounded in a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, shaped by both professional training and lived experience. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and trauma across the lifespan, from early childhood through adulthood, and tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, goals, and strengths.
Together, we can start the journey of cultivating self-love and acceptance.
I am a neurodiverse-affirming therapist who enjoys collaborating with clients to promote positive introspection, identify harmful patterns of thought and behavior and establish healthy coping strategies. I offer many modalities to serve diverse needs, including CBT, ACT, ERP and psychodynamic.
Together, we can start the journey of cultivating self-love and acceptance.
I am a neurodiverse-affirming therapist who enjoys collaborating with clients to promote positive introspection, identify harmful patterns of thought and behavior and establish healthy coping strategies. I offer many modalities to serve diverse needs, including CBT, ACT, ERP and psychodynamic.
I am here to help with providing ways to get started in developing a new and happier you. I can offer nine years of very successful counseling experience where I offer comfort, hope, and ultimately progress! I graduated from the University of Alabama with a Master's Degree in Education/Counseling. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, women's issues, ptsd, bipolar, and relationships. Also I can help you overcome rejection, low self-esteem, work issues, anxiety, people pleaser tendencies, living in the past, guilt, addictions, how to stop living your life as the victim, and how to love and accept yourself.
I am here to help with providing ways to get started in developing a new and happier you. I can offer nine years of very successful counseling experience where I offer comfort, hope, and ultimately progress! I graduated from the University of Alabama with a Master's Degree in Education/Counseling. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, women's issues, ptsd, bipolar, and relationships. Also I can help you overcome rejection, low self-esteem, work issues, anxiety, people pleaser tendencies, living in the past, guilt, addictions, how to stop living your life as the victim, and how to love and accept yourself.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is so important to me that you receive the supportive, individualized care that you deserve. I have been a mental health provider for 5 years and have experience working with people of all ages and stages of life. I am focusing my practice on working with teens and young adults. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, or family challenges, you may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I understand how hard it can be to make sense of your emotions or feel confident in your next steps—especially when you’re trying to do it on your own.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is so important to me that you receive the supportive, individualized care that you deserve. I have been a mental health provider for 5 years and have experience working with people of all ages and stages of life. I am focusing my practice on working with teens and young adults. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, or family challenges, you may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I understand how hard it can be to make sense of your emotions or feel confident in your next steps—especially when you’re trying to do it on your own.
Heidi Fortwangler-Irr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
1 Endorsed
Moon Township, PA 15108
I encourage and challenge clients to discover their inner strengths and positive attributes; In turn, they become more empowered and can better navigate life's difficulties with independence and confidence. When facing stressful events or difficult life changes, individuals often feel overwhelmed and "out of sorts". I provide the opportunity for clients to collaboratively explore the options and opportunities necessary to face these challenges and strive for growth and change.
I encourage and challenge clients to discover their inner strengths and positive attributes; In turn, they become more empowered and can better navigate life's difficulties with independence and confidence. When facing stressful events or difficult life changes, individuals often feel overwhelmed and "out of sorts". I provide the opportunity for clients to collaboratively explore the options and opportunities necessary to face these challenges and strive for growth and change.
I integrate approaches like EMDR, CBT, and ACT to help individuals process trauma, including experiences of abuse, in a supportive and collaborative space.
Life can be hard, especially when things start to feel overwhelming. I am currently accepting new clients and work with those who struggle with anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and patterns in relationships that may feel difficult or confusing. Many people I work with are looking for support in understanding how past experiences continue to impact them. I offer a safe, inclusive environment to explore emotions, increase self-awareness, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
I integrate approaches like EMDR, CBT, and ACT to help individuals process trauma, including experiences of abuse, in a supportive and collaborative space.
Life can be hard, especially when things start to feel overwhelming. I am currently accepting new clients and work with those who struggle with anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and patterns in relationships that may feel difficult or confusing. Many people I work with are looking for support in understanding how past experiences continue to impact them. I offer a safe, inclusive environment to explore emotions, increase self-awareness, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Accepting new clients. Every therapeutic relationship is unique and each person brings their own circumstances to therapy. These circumstances often include difficulties with life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, feelings of depression and anxiety and challenges in relationships.
Accepting new clients. Every therapeutic relationship is unique and each person brings their own circumstances to therapy. These circumstances often include difficulties with life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, feelings of depression and anxiety and challenges in relationships.
Nothing changes if nothing changes… Many clients share in a first session they have delayed making an initial appointment for one reason or another. I encourage anyone continuing to delay this choice to reach out. Making the decision to move forward with therapy can be life changing. I invite you to start the process to take this journey to change and enhance your life.
Nothing changes if nothing changes… Many clients share in a first session they have delayed making an initial appointment for one reason or another. I encourage anyone continuing to delay this choice to reach out. Making the decision to move forward with therapy can be life changing. I invite you to start the process to take this journey to change and enhance your life.
I strongly believe that all people have the ability to live their best life when given the opportunity and the right tools for them. Each journey is just as unique as the individual who embarks on it. The work I do with clients is person centered, motivationally driven, and tailored to meet the needs of each person no matter where they are on their therapeutic journey. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or have decided to try again, I would be honored to meet you where you are and guide you toward reaching your personal goals.
I strongly believe that all people have the ability to live their best life when given the opportunity and the right tools for them. Each journey is just as unique as the individual who embarks on it. The work I do with clients is person centered, motivationally driven, and tailored to meet the needs of each person no matter where they are on their therapeutic journey. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or have decided to try again, I would be honored to meet you where you are and guide you toward reaching your personal goals.
Hello, my name is Geovanni Charles and I am a Licensed Practical Counselor in the state of PA. Originally from New York with a Caribbean background, I saw many instances growing up where mental health was at play, without many people aware of the extent it influenced everyone. My vision is one where mental health can be appreciated and provided to all, because we all have a right to be given help, especially when it comes to health. My mission is to help bridge that gap and provide mental health access to everyone, regardless of their class or status.
Hello, my name is Geovanni Charles and I am a Licensed Practical Counselor in the state of PA. Originally from New York with a Caribbean background, I saw many instances growing up where mental health was at play, without many people aware of the extent it influenced everyone. My vision is one where mental health can be appreciated and provided to all, because we all have a right to be given help, especially when it comes to health. My mission is to help bridge that gap and provide mental health access to everyone, regardless of their class or status.
Hi, I'm Angela, a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania who supports women struggling with anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and identity shifts to start feeling like themselves again. I specialize in guiding women through the moments that shake your sense of self, including anxiety, burnout, pregnancy and postpartum challenges, career transitions, midlife changes, and the empty nest phase.
I work exclusively with adults who identify as women or with women’s experiences.
Hi, I'm Angela, a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania who supports women struggling with anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and identity shifts to start feeling like themselves again. I specialize in guiding women through the moments that shake your sense of self, including anxiety, burnout, pregnancy and postpartum challenges, career transitions, midlife changes, and the empty nest phase.
I work exclusively with adults who identify as women or with women’s experiences.
Sydney Stennett McCarren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Waitlist for new clients
I use several treatment methods to help clients reach their goals, including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy, and I am always person-centered in my approach.
I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and mood concerns, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. I believe empathy and compassion can create a comfortable space to begin to learn about yourself and to create healthy ways to grow and move forward. You deserve to invest in yourself, and I am happy to be a part of your process.
I use several treatment methods to help clients reach their goals, including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy, and I am always person-centered in my approach.
I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and mood concerns, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. I believe empathy and compassion can create a comfortable space to begin to learn about yourself and to create healthy ways to grow and move forward. You deserve to invest in yourself, and I am happy to be a part of your process.
When life feels tangled in anxiety or intrusive thoughts, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. Maybe you’ve been fighting these battles silently, hoping things will shift on their own. I help teens and adults break through the noise of anxiety, OCD, or panic so they can reconnect with clarity, purpose, and personal strength. Therapy with me is about creating momentum — forward, steady, meaningful.
When life feels tangled in anxiety or intrusive thoughts, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. Maybe you’ve been fighting these battles silently, hoping things will shift on their own. I help teens and adults break through the noise of anxiety, OCD, or panic so they can reconnect with clarity, purpose, and personal strength. Therapy with me is about creating momentum — forward, steady, meaningful.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.