Anxiety Therapists in Mount Washington, Pittsburgh, PA

Life's journey can feel chaotic, that sometimes leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, or alone. I'm here to offer a safe harbor—a place where you can share your struggles without fear of judgment and explore what it means to be you. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of your emotions and experiences, drawing from approaches like EMDR, humanistic, and strength-based therapy.

If you have experienced sexual violence in the state of Pennsylvania, ask me about ways to assist with covering costs. As a psychotherapist, I enjoy helping clients implement positive change in their lives, whether it's overcoming trauma, decreasing anxiety or depression, finding new meaning after the loss of a loved one, or making a much needed career change. I believe the purpose of therapy is to enable personal growth that leads to the best version of yourself, and I would be honored to join you on your journey to improved well-being.

Working with children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety and OCD is where my primary focus and expertise lies. I provide evidence-based treatment with a focus on cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), incorporating elements of mindfulness and positive psychology. If you, your child, or someone you love suffers from excessive worries or struggles with habits that get in the way of living life to its fullest, I am here to help. I specialize in OCD, anxiety, Tourette's and tic disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, hair pulling and skin picking.

Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all. This is a quote by Dale Carnegie. It is what we truly believe to be true. Hope is always present even when you can't see it. We pride ourselves in helping others see the hope and courage they have inside of them.

Breakup? Divorce? Single for too long? High functioning anxiety? You've created a great life for yourself, but are still looking for the one thing you've always dreamed of...finding love. You work hard at being the best at your job (as a career woman or a mom), but still feel something is missing. Maybe a recent break-up has left you feeling discouraged and lost? Maybe your attachment anxiety keeps you from long lasting relationships? I am here to help. You're ready to make love a priority...so let's work together to break old patterns and find the confidence and self-love you deserve.

The scope of my practice encompasses treating those who experience Anxiety, Negative Beliefs about Self (worth, responsibility, power, choice, etc), Trauma, Body Image and Diet Culture, Life Stress, and Grief. Life can sometimes take hold of us and we feel like we have lost our grasp, I work to help those get a better hold on things again. My focus is on helping you find ways to heal and feel whole again. We often have a lot of unpacking we have to do to heal and feel lighter to move forward. I like to intertwine humor into the treatment experience.

Welcome to SWiTCH Mental Health Services, your virtual appointment specialist. We are proud to offer a professional staff of highly trained and licensed therapists who specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and mood issues. In addition to telehealth, we also offer in-office visits.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's occurrances due to depression, anxiety, addiction or other issues? Do believe that you need to change but are unsure how to go about making those changes? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then call me for assistance. Every person has the ability to make changes needed to have a healthier life. Some people need assistance to determine what these changes are and how to help themselves lead healthier lives.

Do you struggle with mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or feeling out of step due to neurodivergence that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function, your work, or career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or lost by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards, just getting through the day, dealing with past pains, facing the future after a loss, or navigating a world that doesn’t always understand or accommodate your unique perspective? Do you question, wonder, or hope that life could be better, more fulfilling, or more understanding of your needs?

If you experienced sexual violence in the state of PA, ask me about ways to help cover your costs. I use a relational and feminist framework to help clients understand how our relationships and society affect our healing and connections. I have experience treating those with complex trauma, anxiety/depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. I've worked extensively with survivors of sexual/gender-based violence, C/PTSD, workplace harassment, and those with re-traumatizing legal experiences. I'm proficient in working with those in sex work, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those exploring late-diagnosis neurodivergence.

If you experienced sexual violence in the state of PA, ask me about ways to help cover your costs. I use a relational and feminist framework to help clients understand the role of relationships, culture, and society in their path to find healing and joy. My past clinical experience includes complex trauma treatment, crisis management, community mental health, survivor advocacy, group psychotherapy, late diagnosis neurodivergence, chronic pain and illness, anxiety/depression, burnout & vicarious trauma, and disordered eating/body image work.

Everyone experiences life in their own way and therefore our thoughts, feelings and perceptions are unique to each individual. Although words are our primary method of communication, words sometimes cannot fully express our emotions and experiences. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I use art making and creativity specified to meet your individual needs to help guide you and your family towards healing and wellness.

If you are looking for a mental health professional with empathy, authenticity, and real-life experience to help you navigate life’s challenges, I would love to work with you. I specialize in helping clients with stress, anxiety, mood problems, and relationship issues in a supportive, comfortable environment. The teletherapy option enables you to have flexibility and comfort while receiving professional therapy. Sometimes life can be so busy it doesn’t seem like there is time to work on yourself; teletherapy is convenient and doesn’t require a commute to an office. I also offer in person sessions on Wednesdays.

Victoria Cruse Motter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 25 years of experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of issues, including family conflict issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, substance use, chronic stress, trauma and PTSD, and women’s issues. She's provided counseling services in a variety of settings, including schools, autism centers, pre-schools, juvenile justice programs, and residential group homes for youth in CYS custody. Victoria earned her Master's Degree in Counseling from Pennsylvania State University.

Navigating life's complexities involves a personalized and inclusive therapeutic approach. My method is a tailored blend of techniques guided by evidence-based practices to address your individual challenges and concerns. Recognizing that you are the authority on your own experiences, I avoid a one-size-fits-all approach, aiming instead to foster a comprehensive and collaborative experience. My goal is to assist you in rediscovering a deeper connection with yourself, and paving the way for more authentic relationships with others.

Alexandra Moran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. Alexandra is passionate about working with people who have a history of trauma and learning how that trauma has affected their beliefs about themselves or their relationships. Alexandra also specializes in helping people with addiction, anxiety, depression, anger management, and relationship issues.

I believe that individuals are doing the best that they can given the skills and resources that they have available to them. It is my job as a therapist to educate, support and guide my clients on their journey to self discovery and growth. It's important to me to focus on my clients strengths and what is important to them. I am a firm believer in meeting a client where they are. Be gentle with yourself, you are doing the best you can. Nothing takes more courage than putting yourself back together.

Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment. Individual therapy works to identify thoughts and behaviors that lead to substance abuse. Group therapy allows clients to work together on common experiences they share through their recovery and feedback with peer-to-peer input. Therapy includes: Family, Anger Management, and Interventions. We can also provide help with interventions, links to other resources in the recovery community, DUI assessments, and forensic assessments.

I support people to balance their nervous system by contextualizing their experience within the Polyvagal theory. I work with attachment wounding to rewire the neural circuitry of the brain and utilize somatic experience to create an internal sense of safety. This will create a loving and kind environment to come home to when all other coping skills are not working. With commitment to the process and yourself, your life is guaranteed to change. I utilize blends of Spiritual Psych, IFS, EMDR, Gestalt, Existential, Somatic Experiencing, Solution Focused, PACT and Positive Psychology.