Anthem Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Healing is often hard, but it can also be joyful and lead to a more fulfilling life and improved relationships. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey toward happiness, acceptance, greater intimacy, peace, and recovery. I will work closely with you to monitor how you are feeling and match your pace in a supportive, safe environment. I would like to assist you in understanding how you have learned to cope with various situations, and how these same coping skills may be getting in your way now. I work from the Person-Centered therapy approach to empower you to acquire a new layer of understanding of who and where you are.

If you are hoping to grow in some way, I would be honored to work with you to improve your mood, your patterns of thinking, your relationships, or your understanding of self. What I bring to the table is a warm, empathic, nonjudgmental approach, grounded in narrative and existential theories. I will create a trusting, safe space for you to share your deepest thoughts and feelings. You deserve a therapist who will meet you where you are, so that we can start on the same page. If you want to create meaning in your life, navigate the complexities of being human, and feel more fulfilled, I am here to help you figure out how.

Are you ready for change? I am invested in helping you find the better you! I have over 20 years working with Adults, children and families. I work with all age groups whom are struggling with ADHD, Depression ,Anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief,, as well as anger management problems. I specialize with children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18. I am experienced in Play Therapy , Family therapy and anxiety . Treatment is individualized and goal oriented. I want people to grow, and gain confidence in life. As a wonderful addition I have a psychiatrist on board. His name is XiXi Wong.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Pittsburgh area with 20 years of experience in eating disorder treatment, community mental health and university counseling settings. I am dedicated to working with adults who suffer from eating disorders, anxiety, or mood disorders; as well as those seeking assistance with personal growth, grief, transition or other challenges in their lives. I utilize both solution-focused and depth-oriented therapy, depending upon your personal needs. I welcome collaboration with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and nutritionists to ensure comprehensive care.

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.

I provide a Wellness approach focusing improving quality of life, and working through the emotional blocks that stop emotional & spiritual growth. I bring almost 40 plus years of experience towards a large variety of life issues. Using Heart-Centered therapies - working a soul level, informed by Positive Psychology/Clean Language, I help clients tap into resources found deep within that strive to surface for resolution, wholeness and health.

Waiting list- Only offering virtual sessions at this time- I believe that therapy is a rewarding and challenging journey. Therapy can support you with overall health and wellness. Are you seeking more balance in your life? Would you like to be able to learn and utilize healthier coping skills to manage stress/anxiety/depression? The therapeutic process can meet you with where YOU are at in your life at this time. As you may be seeking a way to resolve a conflict within family or marriage or maybe you have never resolved issues from your past that are still causing you negative emotions in the present.

I have most experience working with transgender/LGBQIA+ identity, complex trauma, oppression, disability, and anxiety/depression. I have worked alongside many clients who have experienced neglect, abuse and rejection within their family of origin. I am here to help untangle the intricate web of symptoms and reactions that complex trauma creates. I provide tools to support you in finding meaningful ways to connect with yourself and others as you bravely step forward in your journey. You are the expert on your healing. I embrace integrating your personal belief systems and healing practices into our work.