Attachment-based Therapists in Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA

You're busy. You're pulled in a million different directions and you have a million more responsibilities. Sometimes you have someone to share this with, and sometimes not. Sometimes you feel lost under all of the pressure to "be better." I'm here to help. Let's peel away the layers of stress, grief, trauma, and pressure to reveal the very best version of you. Let's take journey of self-discovery together. I'm here to listen, support, and help.

Feeling sad, anxious, worried, more than just a couple of weeks? Experiencing racing thoughts, low energy, lack of enjoyment in life? Caught up in troubled relationships or wondering "what is the point of it all?" If you are feeling discouraged, irritable, overwhelmed, or need the opportunity to sort things out, therapeutic counseling may help. Nurture yourself by investing dedicated time to discover who you are, and how you want to be in the world.

Terrance is passionate about the field of psychotherapy and helping people to recover and heal. The individuals that he sees tell him that they appreciate his humanistic based, nonjudgmental approach to therapy. He works with people from all cultures regardless of race, national origin or sexual orientations or legal backgrounds. Based on his observations and his own personal experiences, he is entirely convinced Everyone can heal from his or her past experiences and lead healthy, rewarding and exciting lives right here and now. You are invited to contact Terrance; he only desires to help you be your best self.

Currently offering only daytime availability! Majority of my experience focuses on relational trauma, ADHD, communication skills, boundary setting, exploring/understanding historical trauma, couples counseling, first gen struggles/challenges, assisting Latinx clients with cultural issues, addiction challenges, BPIOC support, Neurodivergent support, life transitions, and reproductive mental health.

With over 20 years of mental health experience and 14 years practicing therapy, I have learned to specialize in relationship/couples therapy and work as well as individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and other life and circumstantial issues. If you are looking to repair, strengthen, regain connection, improve intimacy, or generally work on your relationships or your mental health I can help you find that path. My experience has also led me to work with trauma in a systemic and experiential way and utilize EMDR, mindfulness and trauma informed interventions.

Are you seeking counseling on relationship issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, autism, adoption, parenting, and attachment issues? I have over 15 years of experience working with various populations doing individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapy and psychological testing. Call now to make an appointment, or visit www.ubuntucounseling.com to learn about me. Together, we will work to bring strength and healing to your life. I specialized in clinical mental health counseling and psychotherapy.

Are you navigating the stress of life transitions or grappling with anxiety? You're seeking a therapist who understands your unique needs and supports your journey to emotional well-being. Your goal is clear: to find practical solutions and guidance for a happier, more fulfilling life. Together, we'll work to achieve the positive changes you desire.

You may be someone who's feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating the challenges of Autism Spectrum Disorder, or seeking support for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Your needs are unique, and you want a therapist who truly understands and supports you on your journey to emotional well-being. Your goal is to find practical solutions and guidance to lead a happier, more fulfilling life. Together, we'll work to achieve the positive changes you desire.

Life is full of unexpected changes that can leave us feeling stressed, anxious, and sad. During these challenging times, it can be really helpful to talk about our experiences, understand them better, and find ways to heal. I specialize in helping everyday people like you navigate life's ups and downs. Whether you're struggling with relationships, dealing with anxiety or depression, coping with past traumas, or looking for a safe space to manage your emotions, I'm here to support you. Together, we can work on finding ways to cope with stress, develop self-awareness, address unresolved issues, and build healthier relationships.

Life can get messy and change can be overwhelming! Yet, I also believe that the process can be rewarding and contribute to our psychological growth. Through counseling, you will experience this growth, you will discover your strengths, build self-awareness, and develop helpful coping strategies. I provide counseling to adults who present with a range of mental health concerns related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, trauma, sexuality, low self-esteem, culture and identity.

I'm a licensed psychologist specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, body image, and relationship concerns. I strive to cultivate a safe and open environment to explore each client’s experience with curiosity and compassion. I support each client’s goals and desire for meaningful change through a collaborative and nonjudgmental approach. With clients, I will strive to work towards genuine growth and self-understanding about the past and present, while strengthening coping skills and relationships.

Good therapeutic experiences are created through a balance of support and challenge in the context of a good therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, I try to create support by listening carefully, trying hard to understand, highlighting your strengths, validating your experiences, and celebrating your growth. I try to provide challenge by encouraging you to develop insight into your your situation, presenting concerns. thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and considering what, if anything, you want to change about these things. (Currently taking EMDR clients)

Each of us is a complex product of our past and present environments and experiences. Generally, we act or cope in ways that are adaptive or necessary under given circumstances. When our default methods of coping are no longer effective or our circumstances change, we begin experiencing distress in specific realms of our lives. This distress might manifest as anxiety, depression, anger, pain, relationship or sexual difficulties, social isolation, declining performance and/or impairment in daily functioning. As there is an undeniable connection between our psychological and physical wellbeing, I approach treatment in an integrative, collaborative and personality-based manner.

My passion is to help individuals see the best in themselves. I inspire with an easy going, caring style to create a supportive environment. Our daily lives can be overwhelming with too many commitments and lacking in emotional support. Too often we feel unheard; our thoughts are clouded in self criticism; and we are stuck in patterns that are self defeating. I provide an integrative approach to treatment allowing you to share your story, develop healthy and supportive thoughts, and create a lifestyle that supports your mind and body.

Congratulations on taking the first step towards improving your mental health. It is often not easy navigating the stages of finding a therapist, and I applaud you for finding the strength to make the leap. I am here to make that leap as comfortable as possible, in a way that is most suitable to your needs. I am a person-centered, strength-based, and humanistic therapist. I look to help solidify what is good in a person and identify what can be modified in order to make someone feel more whole. My approach is warm, non-judgmental and genuine. Feel free to visit www.ashleys-counseling.com for more information.

You feel stuck and unsure of yourself. You are a self-described perfectionist and have difficulty saying no. Often, you find yourself repeating the same self-destructive patterns but feel powerless to stop. You want to make changes but don't know where to start. If this sounds like you then I am here to help. You've tried self help books, confiding in your friends or seeking support through others with similar challenges but still, nothing changes. With my skills and expertise I can help guide you towards the best version of yourself.

When I began my career with a focus on chronic and life-threatening illness, I hardly expected to develop such breadth and depth of experience with seemingly unrelated issues. Of course, I’ve worked with my fair share of clients on things like role/identity changes, life purpose, caregiver issues, and more. However, it became clear to me early on that issues preceding illness tend to play an equal – if not greater – role in how well folks are able to cope and function after receiving a diagnosis.

I believe that the most effective way to heal old wounds and develop new strengths is in relationship to other people, and have faith in the potential for the therapeutic relationship to be a vehicle for deep insight and transformation. I work with adults and adolescents with anxiety disorders, who are processing trauma, who are facing major life transitions or who simply want to explore their full potential.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, scared or alone? Confused? Anxious? Terrified of what others may or not think of you? Are the walls closing in on you? You are not alone. We have all been there. Change is possible and attainable with the proper support, guidance, hope and most of all, healing. I am a board certified clinical licensed social worker. I earned my bachelor's degree in social work from Stonybrook University in New York State as well as a Master's in Social Work with a clinical emphasis from Adelphi University in New York State. I have been licensed in PA since 2009.