Emotionally Focused Therapists in Oakmont, PA
Do you want to improve your relationship, have less stress, or simply gain insight about yourself so that you can be happier and live a more fulfilling life? Change is difficult, especially when we try to do it alone. I am a Licensed Psychologist who offers individual and group therapy that are designed to help you be happier. My aim is to provide you with the knowledge and skills that will help you achieve change. Working together, we will utilize the strengths you already have and target those aspects of yourself that you want to change the most.
Do you want to improve your relationship, have less stress, or simply gain insight about yourself so that you can be happier and live a more fulfilling life? Change is difficult, especially when we try to do it alone. I am a Licensed Psychologist who offers individual and group therapy that are designed to help you be happier. My aim is to provide you with the knowledge and skills that will help you achieve change. Working together, we will utilize the strengths you already have and target those aspects of yourself that you want to change the most.
Do you find yourself stuck in the same patterns—feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Whether you’re navigating a life transition or struggling in your relationships, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Many of the ways we relate to ourselves and others are shaped by attachment and past experiences. Trauma and early relationships can leave lasting imprints, even if you’re not fully aware of them. In therapy, we’ll work to understand the “why” behind your thoughts, emotions, and reactions—so you can begin to respond in new, more intentional ways.
Do you find yourself stuck in the same patterns—feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Whether you’re navigating a life transition or struggling in your relationships, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Many of the ways we relate to ourselves and others are shaped by attachment and past experiences. Trauma and early relationships can leave lasting imprints, even if you’re not fully aware of them. In therapy, we’ll work to understand the “why” behind your thoughts, emotions, and reactions—so you can begin to respond in new, more intentional ways.
Kristen Bruce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Oakmont, PA 15139
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes life can feel unmanageable and overwhelming. Everyone has been through times that have felt impossible, and it is my goal in therapy to help you to find a way out. I offer a strength-based approach that allows my clients to pull from their most valued characteristics in order to overcome life struggles, build self-esteem, and create an overall feeling of happiness. I believe that everyone has the wisdom to find their own path, but are sometimes distracted by the adversities of life. Therapy is a great opportunity to rediscover yourself and build a better future.
Sometimes life can feel unmanageable and overwhelming. Everyone has been through times that have felt impossible, and it is my goal in therapy to help you to find a way out. I offer a strength-based approach that allows my clients to pull from their most valued characteristics in order to overcome life struggles, build self-esteem, and create an overall feeling of happiness. I believe that everyone has the wisdom to find their own path, but are sometimes distracted by the adversities of life. Therapy is a great opportunity to rediscover yourself and build a better future.
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People seek therapy when they feel that what they are experiencing is beyond their capacity to help themselves.This is a powerful moment in a life because it creates a crack through which something new can come in.I feel privileged to have been invited into people's lives over the last 30 years to begin a process that can be transformative.
People seek therapy when they feel that what they are experiencing is beyond their capacity to help themselves.This is a powerful moment in a life because it creates a crack through which something new can come in.I feel privileged to have been invited into people's lives over the last 30 years to begin a process that can be transformative.
At times, life can feel overwhelming. As if you are just going through the motions of day-to-day life. Many times you do not even recognize it until life becomes too hard and the task you once enjoyed, now takes all of your energy. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out negative emotions, thoughts, or behaviors that leave you feeling as if you are running on auto pilot. Together we will work on identifying unhealthy patterns in our thoughts and reactions, we will dig deep into our emotions and being, as well as develop techniques and skills to feel in control and stable.
At times, life can feel overwhelming. As if you are just going through the motions of day-to-day life. Many times you do not even recognize it until life becomes too hard and the task you once enjoyed, now takes all of your energy. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out negative emotions, thoughts, or behaviors that leave you feeling as if you are running on auto pilot. Together we will work on identifying unhealthy patterns in our thoughts and reactions, we will dig deep into our emotions and being, as well as develop techniques and skills to feel in control and stable.
Do you have a need for a psychologist who has experience with people of all ages? Do you also have a need for a psychologist who has experience in many specialties? I am that psychologist. I have interest and experience treating clients of all ages. In the area of Health Psychology, I have helped people with depression and anxiety. This includes diet and lifestyle changes as well as substance use. I also have done both group and individual work with mood disorders and anxiety disorders. I have experience treating anger management, domestic violence issues, and I am MSLA approved for veteran evaluations.
Do you have a need for a psychologist who has experience with people of all ages? Do you also have a need for a psychologist who has experience in many specialties? I am that psychologist. I have interest and experience treating clients of all ages. In the area of Health Psychology, I have helped people with depression and anxiety. This includes diet and lifestyle changes as well as substance use. I also have done both group and individual work with mood disorders and anxiety disorders. I have experience treating anger management, domestic violence issues, and I am MSLA approved for veteran evaluations.
New Leaf Counseling, Consulting, Etc, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Allison Park, PA 15101
Through seasons of life we face many challenges, concerns, and difficulties which leave an impact on our hearts, minds, and bodies. Getting to know you, and healing is our first priority. Exploration and growth to the spaces you aspire is the next. While we all have an origin story, you are our ideal client. Our steps will setup a safe and secure atmosphere using a balance of empathy and vulnerability to aid introspection. And while we explore fit, we are very open to coordination of care, or referral to a provider you feel is your best fit. You are are priority. And your life satisfaction is our goal. Privacy and respect prioritied
Through seasons of life we face many challenges, concerns, and difficulties which leave an impact on our hearts, minds, and bodies. Getting to know you, and healing is our first priority. Exploration and growth to the spaces you aspire is the next. While we all have an origin story, you are our ideal client. Our steps will setup a safe and secure atmosphere using a balance of empathy and vulnerability to aid introspection. And while we explore fit, we are very open to coordination of care, or referral to a provider you feel is your best fit. You are are priority. And your life satisfaction is our goal. Privacy and respect prioritied
I believe we need to talk openly about our lives and the obstacles we face in order to make progress. I can help you face the frightening and stressful aspects of life with grace and joy. My goal is to empower clients to find meaning in all areas of their lives. This will enable them to break through obstacles on their way to a joyful life and authentic connection with others.
I believe we need to talk openly about our lives and the obstacles we face in order to make progress. I can help you face the frightening and stressful aspects of life with grace and joy. My goal is to empower clients to find meaning in all areas of their lives. This will enable them to break through obstacles on their way to a joyful life and authentic connection with others.
Life is a beautiful, messy and often stressful gift. I work with clients to empower them to find their inner strength and often times find 'themselves' again. I utilize an interactive approach that allows clients to be an equal partner in the therapeutic process.
Life is a beautiful, messy and often stressful gift. I work with clients to empower them to find their inner strength and often times find 'themselves' again. I utilize an interactive approach that allows clients to be an equal partner in the therapeutic process.
I am a highly skilled therapist who is passionate about helping clients resolve complex trauma, improve family relationships, and manage or improve addictive behavior. Whether you are exploring curiously or ready to get unstuck, we will map out a direction. I will provide the structure and you will take the lead!
I am a highly skilled therapist who is passionate about helping clients resolve complex trauma, improve family relationships, and manage or improve addictive behavior. Whether you are exploring curiously or ready to get unstuck, we will map out a direction. I will provide the structure and you will take the lead!
I believe that one of the bravest things that you can do is to begin to understand your own story. From this understanding and processing your unique story, you can let go of traumas that control you, anxiety and depression road blocks, bad relationships, and the overall emotional pain that may prevent you from living a happy and fulfilling life that gets you excited to wake up to everyday. I want you to be free of these struggles so that you can find meaning, excitement, joy, and purpose in work, friendships, relationships, family, and really ALL areas of your life. You DESERVE this and I will help you on this healing journey!
I believe that one of the bravest things that you can do is to begin to understand your own story. From this understanding and processing your unique story, you can let go of traumas that control you, anxiety and depression road blocks, bad relationships, and the overall emotional pain that may prevent you from living a happy and fulfilling life that gets you excited to wake up to everyday. I want you to be free of these struggles so that you can find meaning, excitement, joy, and purpose in work, friendships, relationships, family, and really ALL areas of your life. You DESERVE this and I will help you on this healing journey!
My therapeutic focus is client-centered while I incorporate Mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt and Emotionally Focused treatment approaches.
Are you looking to strengthen relationships or find solutions for current obstacles? Together we can look at any problem without judgement, in a relaxed space, where you feel safe sharing thoughts, feelings and concerns. I believe therapy is a process that should be personalized to you so that you gain fulfillment in multiple life domains, while also developing a deeper sense of stability. Together we can work on improving relationships or an individualized healing process so that emotional intimacy and joy can flourish in your life.
My therapeutic focus is client-centered while I incorporate Mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt and Emotionally Focused treatment approaches.
Are you looking to strengthen relationships or find solutions for current obstacles? Together we can look at any problem without judgement, in a relaxed space, where you feel safe sharing thoughts, feelings and concerns. I believe therapy is a process that should be personalized to you so that you gain fulfillment in multiple life domains, while also developing a deeper sense of stability. Together we can work on improving relationships or an individualized healing process so that emotional intimacy and joy can flourish in your life.
Above all else, I believe that the therapeutic relationship between the clinician and client is the most important part of the therapy process. I do my best to build a safe space for us to work together, and ensure that we are a good fit before moving forward. With a lot of empathy and a little bit of humor, I believe that we can work together to make positive change based on your individual goals. I try to create a safe environment where all emotions can be felt and validated.
Above all else, I believe that the therapeutic relationship between the clinician and client is the most important part of the therapy process. I do my best to build a safe space for us to work together, and ensure that we are a good fit before moving forward. With a lot of empathy and a little bit of humor, I believe that we can work together to make positive change based on your individual goals. I try to create a safe environment where all emotions can be felt and validated.
Heather Martin LCSW / Alliance Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
8 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Therapists at Alliance Therapy Center have immediate openings for clients, now including children ages 7 and up! Click our website link to request an appointment. We look forward to working with you!
Therapists at Alliance Therapy Center have immediate openings for clients, now including children ages 7 and up! Click our website link to request an appointment. We look forward to working with you!
Hello! My name is Angela.
I have a passion for helping people heal from the chronic effects of trauma on the mind, body, and spirit.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, an Advanced Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner, Reverend, and Owner of Shine Your Light! LLC. I have a therapeutic background in domestic violence, sexual assault, and drug and alcohol counseling. I have a clinical certificate in a somatic energy healing modality called The Eden Method and am trained in Brainspotting Phase 1. In my energy healing business, I specialize in soul and somatic healing for trauma survivors.
Hello! My name is Angela.
I have a passion for helping people heal from the chronic effects of trauma on the mind, body, and spirit.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, an Advanced Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner, Reverend, and Owner of Shine Your Light! LLC. I have a therapeutic background in domestic violence, sexual assault, and drug and alcohol counseling. I have a clinical certificate in a somatic energy healing modality called The Eden Method and am trained in Brainspotting Phase 1. In my energy healing business, I specialize in soul and somatic healing for trauma survivors.
Perhaps you are struggling with a life transition, facing a chronic illnesses or an unexpected loss in your life? Are you adjusting to a new role? Concerned about depression or anxiety? Do you have strained relationships or trouble communicating? Counseling can help you navigate these difficult experiences with more confidence.... After an assessment of your conflicts, we will work together to set goals for approaching life in different ways.
Perhaps you are struggling with a life transition, facing a chronic illnesses or an unexpected loss in your life? Are you adjusting to a new role? Concerned about depression or anxiety? Do you have strained relationships or trouble communicating? Counseling can help you navigate these difficult experiences with more confidence.... After an assessment of your conflicts, we will work together to set goals for approaching life in different ways.
I have completed postdoctoral training in Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) for individuals, AEDP, and Mindful Self-Compassion.
Outwardly it may seem that you have everything together. Yet inside, you're experiencing a persistent undercurrent of sadness, loneliness, or self-doubt. Despite how far you’ve come, you still don’t feel good enough. You don’t feel as close to others as you yearn to be. Your strong sense of what you “should be” feeling or doing makes it hard for you to connect with your actual emotions, desires, and needs, leaving you feeling stuck, numb, or confused. No matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to obtain the security or satisfaction you seek.
I have completed postdoctoral training in Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) for individuals, AEDP, and Mindful Self-Compassion.
Outwardly it may seem that you have everything together. Yet inside, you're experiencing a persistent undercurrent of sadness, loneliness, or self-doubt. Despite how far you’ve come, you still don’t feel good enough. You don’t feel as close to others as you yearn to be. Your strong sense of what you “should be” feeling or doing makes it hard for you to connect with your actual emotions, desires, and needs, leaving you feeling stuck, numb, or confused. No matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to obtain the security or satisfaction you seek.
I work with individuals, couples and families practicing psychotherapy. This involves a range of treatments that can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem, grief, loss, poor communication & marital struggles. I also work with caregivers and family members of people with Huntington's Disease, Parkinson's, TBI's and other neurological disorders. My overall intention is that of support, relief and to help one understand their feelings through talking and education resulting in an improved quality of life.
I work with individuals, couples and families practicing psychotherapy. This involves a range of treatments that can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem, grief, loss, poor communication & marital struggles. I also work with caregivers and family members of people with Huntington's Disease, Parkinson's, TBI's and other neurological disorders. My overall intention is that of support, relief and to help one understand their feelings through talking and education resulting in an improved quality of life.
Do you feel that no matter how much you understand yourself you still struggle to change and to heal? Do you feel like you're not able to be your best self in your relationships or with your work? Do you need a safe place to heal from trauma? Please know that you are not alone
Do you feel that no matter how much you understand yourself you still struggle to change and to heal? Do you feel like you're not able to be your best self in your relationships or with your work? Do you need a safe place to heal from trauma? Please know that you are not alone
Little House Counseling - April Oswalt, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
"Stop worrying". "Just go do something fun and you will feel better". "Everything will be ok". "What do you have to be anxious/depressed/angry about?"
We have heard well meaning people say those things to us too, and we don't find them very helpful either. Maybe it's time to talk to someone who really gets you.
We have had struggles with PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and bad relationships too. We can relate. From rebuilding after a bad situation, to finding out who you are, to overcoming symptoms, we have the tools to help!
We believe the power is already in you, and we can help you find it.
"Stop worrying". "Just go do something fun and you will feel better". "Everything will be ok". "What do you have to be anxious/depressed/angry about?"
We have heard well meaning people say those things to us too, and we don't find them very helpful either. Maybe it's time to talk to someone who really gets you.
We have had struggles with PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and bad relationships too. We can relate. From rebuilding after a bad situation, to finding out who you are, to overcoming symptoms, we have the tools to help!
We believe the power is already in you, and we can help you find it.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.