Therapists for Children in Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA
My ideal client is willing to explore themselves with open curiosity. Whether it is an exploration of identity or ability, goals or values, I hope to work with clients who seek to understand themself better. It would be a privilege to join you in exploring all of these areas of yourself.
My ideal client is willing to explore themselves with open curiosity. Whether it is an exploration of identity or ability, goals or values, I hope to work with clients who seek to understand themself better. It would be a privilege to join you in exploring all of these areas of yourself.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where anxiety, depression, parenting stress, or relationship challenges begin to feel unmanageable. The past few years have only intensified these emotions for so many of us. Therapy offers a space to slow down, breathe, and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your stress, rebuild emotional clarity, and help you reconnect with a sense of peace, confidence, and direction.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where anxiety, depression, parenting stress, or relationship challenges begin to feel unmanageable. The past few years have only intensified these emotions for so many of us. Therapy offers a space to slow down, breathe, and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your stress, rebuild emotional clarity, and help you reconnect with a sense of peace, confidence, and direction.
Brooke Generett, a licensed clinical social worker, founded Generett Counseling Services, LLC in 2012. She equips her clients with essential life skills for problem-solving in challenging environments. Her approach for improving mental health highlights her clients' strengths, helps them identify barriers to their personal successes, and tailors wellness strategies to their needs that produce positive outcomes. Brooke received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Hampton University and her Master of Social Work, with an emphasis in mental health, from the University of Pittsburgh.
Brooke Generett, a licensed clinical social worker, founded Generett Counseling Services, LLC in 2012. She equips her clients with essential life skills for problem-solving in challenging environments. Her approach for improving mental health highlights her clients' strengths, helps them identify barriers to their personal successes, and tailors wellness strategies to their needs that produce positive outcomes. Brooke received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Hampton University and her Master of Social Work, with an emphasis in mental health, from the University of Pittsburgh.
I am a Licensed Therapist passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them become the best version of themselves.
I completed my Master of Counseling at Geneva College and utilize multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I also use a client-centered approach, viewing the person as a whole rather than just many parts.
I am a Licensed Therapist passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them become the best version of themselves.
I completed my Master of Counseling at Geneva College and utilize multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I also use a client-centered approach, viewing the person as a whole rather than just many parts.
I am a compassionate therapist offering MBCT, CBT, couples guidance, and support for teen anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, phobias, personality concerns, and healthy aging. I help clients build resilience, strengthen coping, and improve relationships through personalized, evidence-based care. My approach nurtures insight, emotional balance, and lasting growth, guiding clients toward confidence, well-being, and meaningful change in their daily lives today.
I am a compassionate therapist offering MBCT, CBT, couples guidance, and support for teen anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, phobias, personality concerns, and healthy aging. I help clients build resilience, strengthen coping, and improve relationships through personalized, evidence-based care. My approach nurtures insight, emotional balance, and lasting growth, guiding clients toward confidence, well-being, and meaningful change in their daily lives today.
Imagine therapy that feels supportive, compassionate, and truly effective. That is what we provide at Lifebulb. We built an organization where clinicians can love their work again, because that means better care for you. Our licensed and experienced therapists are devoted to the therapy process and to helping you grow. Whether in person or online, we are confident we can walk with you toward your goals.
Imagine therapy that feels supportive, compassionate, and truly effective. That is what we provide at Lifebulb. We built an organization where clinicians can love their work again, because that means better care for you. Our licensed and experienced therapists are devoted to the therapy process and to helping you grow. Whether in person or online, we are confident we can walk with you toward your goals.
Nicole A. Zampini
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSPC, CPRP, NCC, LPC
Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
I'm not going to tell you to get over it, I'm going to help you get through it. For over 25 years, I have guided individuals on their path towards healing, higher self-awareness, and overall wellness. Many of us struggle with feeling alone, left out, unheard, tired, unconnected, anxious, sad, or fearful. Therapy is a way to change those negative feelings and to address all of the "stuff" we have pushed so far down that we don't know where to start. And you don't have to do it alone.
I'm not going to tell you to get over it, I'm going to help you get through it. For over 25 years, I have guided individuals on their path towards healing, higher self-awareness, and overall wellness. Many of us struggle with feeling alone, left out, unheard, tired, unconnected, anxious, sad, or fearful. Therapy is a way to change those negative feelings and to address all of the "stuff" we have pushed so far down that we don't know where to start. And you don't have to do it alone.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
James Wadley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CSTS, IMHF
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and we will come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.
Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and we will come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.
Integrative Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I find so much peace and balance in the forest, whether it's meditating as I Iisten to the wind in the trees or variations of birdsong, sitting by a mountain stream, witnessing a waterfall, or even grounding my feet into the earth. In spending time with you, my hope is that in our sessions together, that you too, can experience a form of peace and balance to help you on your journey towards wellness. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified International Health Coach I provide both mental health therapy and health coaching services to adults and teens where we believe in the transformative power of integrative wellness.
I find so much peace and balance in the forest, whether it's meditating as I Iisten to the wind in the trees or variations of birdsong, sitting by a mountain stream, witnessing a waterfall, or even grounding my feet into the earth. In spending time with you, my hope is that in our sessions together, that you too, can experience a form of peace and balance to help you on your journey towards wellness. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified International Health Coach I provide both mental health therapy and health coaching services to adults and teens where we believe in the transformative power of integrative wellness.
Life can be so hard. It shouldn't be, but it is. Our culture produces symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, etc. We weren't meant to live this way and to confront the constant stream of stressors we face on a daily basis. 40+ hour work weeks, struggling to make ends meet, supporting others while we struggle to support ourselves, unexpected life events, financial instability, always reaching and striving for the next benchmark, promotion, or grade. The list goes on and on and it often feels overwhelming and impossible. I believe that those systems are the problem, not you, and I want to help you navigate it better.
Life can be so hard. It shouldn't be, but it is. Our culture produces symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, etc. We weren't meant to live this way and to confront the constant stream of stressors we face on a daily basis. 40+ hour work weeks, struggling to make ends meet, supporting others while we struggle to support ourselves, unexpected life events, financial instability, always reaching and striving for the next benchmark, promotion, or grade. The list goes on and on and it often feels overwhelming and impossible. I believe that those systems are the problem, not you, and I want to help you navigate it better.
Dina Baunoch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , NCC, CTMH
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have been providing therapy since 2017 with decades of previous career experience working with adults, college students, teens, and children.
In times of stress, it is easy to feel isolated, overwhelmed, lost, or stuck. Seeking help is a brave and important step! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship or parenting stressors, identity issues, career or school stress, adjusting to difficult changes, or just need someone to talk to - therapy can help. My approach comes from a strength-based framework where I seek to help you identify and build tools & resilience for you to more effectively work on your goals. Therapy can help you build insight into self and others with a knowledgeable, compassionate guide.
I have been providing therapy since 2017 with decades of previous career experience working with adults, college students, teens, and children.
In times of stress, it is easy to feel isolated, overwhelmed, lost, or stuck. Seeking help is a brave and important step! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship or parenting stressors, identity issues, career or school stress, adjusting to difficult changes, or just need someone to talk to - therapy can help. My approach comes from a strength-based framework where I seek to help you identify and build tools & resilience for you to more effectively work on your goals. Therapy can help you build insight into self and others with a knowledgeable, compassionate guide.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages—including children, adults, veterans, and those navigating mental health crises.
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Gannon University and have extensive experience in crisis care. I tailor each session to meet my clients’ needs, offering a grounded, collaborative space that supports personal growth, emotional resilience, and healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages—including children, adults, veterans, and those navigating mental health crises.
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Gannon University and have extensive experience in crisis care. I tailor each session to meet my clients’ needs, offering a grounded, collaborative space that supports personal growth, emotional resilience, and healing.
Sara Makin | Makin Wellness Online Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
We’re now accepting new clients and can schedule your first session within 24 hours or less. If constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression are affecting your work, relationships, and health, we’re here to help you find peace and healing.
We’re now accepting new clients and can schedule your first session within 24 hours or less. If constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression are affecting your work, relationships, and health, we’re here to help you find peace and healing.
Tanja Soto | Makin Wellness Online Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCBA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or your child, I provide a space where your experiences are respected and your goals are prioritized.
My approach is flexible and comprehensive. As an LPC, CCTP, and BCBA, I use evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, EMDR, Behavior Modification, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Narrative, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. This allows me to tailor care to what fits best for you or your family.
Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or your child, I provide a space where your experiences are respected and your goals are prioritized.
My approach is flexible and comprehensive. As an LPC, CCTP, and BCBA, I use evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, EMDR, Behavior Modification, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Narrative, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. This allows me to tailor care to what fits best for you or your family.
I am a Licensed Practicing Mental Health Counselor who has worked with children and adolescents for over 10 years, with most of my experience being with individuals who struggle with behavioral issues in the home and community.
I utilize cognitive, strength-based, and research-based interventions to provide unique support for each individual’s needs. I also use creative approaches to foster a safe environment and promote positive engagement throughout treatment.
I am a Licensed Practicing Mental Health Counselor who has worked with children and adolescents for over 10 years, with most of my experience being with individuals who struggle with behavioral issues in the home and community.
I utilize cognitive, strength-based, and research-based interventions to provide unique support for each individual’s needs. I also use creative approaches to foster a safe environment and promote positive engagement throughout treatment.
Dr. Waggy Zeleke is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Zeleke specializes in working with diverse populations dealing with relationship issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, autism, adoption, parenting, and other mental health disorders. As a provider of evidence-based, culturally responsive individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Dr. Zeleke also offers individual, group, and organizational consulting. Feel free to call now to schedule an appointment or visit www.ubuntucounseling.com to explore Dr. Zeleke's service.
Dr. Waggy Zeleke is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Zeleke specializes in working with diverse populations dealing with relationship issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, autism, adoption, parenting, and other mental health disorders. As a provider of evidence-based, culturally responsive individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Dr. Zeleke also offers individual, group, and organizational consulting. Feel free to call now to schedule an appointment or visit www.ubuntucounseling.com to explore Dr. Zeleke's service.
I work with individuals across all ages — from children to seniors — providing support for those dealing with bipolar disorder, BPD, burnout, and other mental health concerns.
In sessions, you can expect a space where your experiences are respected and valued. I draw from DBT, ACT, FBT, and CBT, while also using creative approaches like art therapy when helpful. Online therapy with me is flexible, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs and preferences.
I work with individuals across all ages — from children to seniors — providing support for those dealing with bipolar disorder, BPD, burnout, and other mental health concerns.
In sessions, you can expect a space where your experiences are respected and valued. I draw from DBT, ACT, FBT, and CBT, while also using creative approaches like art therapy when helpful. Online therapy with me is flexible, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs and preferences.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adults, and families in home, inpatient, outpatient, and school settings.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with, drawing from a range of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, systems theory, and trauma-informed care.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adults, and families in home, inpatient, outpatient, and school settings.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with, drawing from a range of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, systems theory, and trauma-informed care.
We’re accepting new clients and can help schedule your first session within a few business days at Makin Wellness. If you struggle with constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression that impact your life, relationships, and health, we're here to help. Let us support you in overcoming these challenges and finding peace.
We’re accepting new clients and can help schedule your first session within a few business days at Makin Wellness. If you struggle with constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression that impact your life, relationships, and health, we're here to help. Let us support you in overcoming these challenges and finding peace.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.