Anxiety Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Whether this struggle includes feelings of depression or anxiety, or it involves a deeper issue, no one has to go through the struggle alone.
I seek to aid individuals in achieving their potential with many of the tools they already have. I also work with people to recognize thought and behavior patterns that tend to get in the way of them being able to thrive. I draw from the Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal, Solution-Focused, and Reality approaches to help overcome life's obstacles.
Whether this struggle includes feelings of depression or anxiety, or it involves a deeper issue, no one has to go through the struggle alone.
I seek to aid individuals in achieving their potential with many of the tools they already have. I also work with people to recognize thought and behavior patterns that tend to get in the way of them being able to thrive. I draw from the Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal, Solution-Focused, and Reality approaches to help overcome life's obstacles.
As a therapist I have worked with individuals struggling with trauma, LGBTQ+ needs, self-harm, impulse/attention issues, anxiety/ worry, foster care/adoption, and a wide range of other mental health diagnoses and needs.
I provide a comprehensive approach to treatment and utilize a variety of modalities based on a clients specific needs. When working to engage young children I utilize art, play, and music therapy techniques in session. I utilize many techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing in session to develop goals.
As a therapist I have worked with individuals struggling with trauma, LGBTQ+ needs, self-harm, impulse/attention issues, anxiety/ worry, foster care/adoption, and a wide range of other mental health diagnoses and needs.
I provide a comprehensive approach to treatment and utilize a variety of modalities based on a clients specific needs. When working to engage young children I utilize art, play, and music therapy techniques in session. I utilize many techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing in session to develop goals.
I have also worked with adults 18 and older experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, as well as life transitions and stressors.
Hi, I'm Sarah! If you've been contemplating therapy but aren't sure how to begin or who to reach out to, you're not alone—this hesitation is a common part of the process. I'm here to provide a safe space where you can explore your feelings and experiences, especially when it comes to navigating relationships, whether they're romantic, platonic, familial or your relationship with yourself.
I have also worked with adults 18 and older experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, as well as life transitions and stressors.
Hi, I'm Sarah! If you've been contemplating therapy but aren't sure how to begin or who to reach out to, you're not alone—this hesitation is a common part of the process. I'm here to provide a safe space where you can explore your feelings and experiences, especially when it comes to navigating relationships, whether they're romantic, platonic, familial or your relationship with yourself.
I specialize in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, past traumas, relationship co-dependency and dysfunction, and managing the difficulty of loving someone with an addiction or mental health struggle.
Clients who work best with me tend to yearn awakening and change. I welcome the challenge to help clients connect with higher versions of themselves. Trauma, difficult emotions, relationships and the stress of life often lead to feeling stuck, feeling out of control of yourself, your emotions and reactions. My goal is to show you that there is a better way. A way to live with intention and purpose, guided by the best version of you! (I am the current owner of a group practice and if I am unable to serve you as a client, I will happily connect you with a member of my team. Clinician team bio's available for view on my website.)
I specialize in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, past traumas, relationship co-dependency and dysfunction, and managing the difficulty of loving someone with an addiction or mental health struggle.
Clients who work best with me tend to yearn awakening and change. I welcome the challenge to help clients connect with higher versions of themselves. Trauma, difficult emotions, relationships and the stress of life often lead to feeling stuck, feeling out of control of yourself, your emotions and reactions. My goal is to show you that there is a better way. A way to live with intention and purpose, guided by the best version of you! (I am the current owner of a group practice and if I am unable to serve you as a client, I will happily connect you with a member of my team. Clinician team bio's available for view on my website.)
The best goal is to strive to live your best life, but you must first determine the best path for you to get there. Then, identify your strengths, and use those strengths to learn new coping skills. With these new skills you will be able to reach your goals, become the best version of yourself, and improve your quality of life. Let's work together to help you get there!
The best goal is to strive to live your best life, but you must first determine the best path for you to get there. Then, identify your strengths, and use those strengths to learn new coping skills. With these new skills you will be able to reach your goals, become the best version of yourself, and improve your quality of life. Let's work together to help you get there!
Andrea L. Hanford/ Weathered Grace Therapy,
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Perhaps you're overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, & the pressure of trying to do it all, yet still tell yourself you should be able to handle it.
Using ACT, CBT, mindfulness, attachment-based, somatic, and solution-focused approaches, I tailor therapy to your unique needs. My goal isn't to change who you are, but to help you reconnect with yourself beneath the stress, anxiety, expectations, and responsibilities that may have left you feeling disconnected.
Perhaps you're overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, & the pressure of trying to do it all, yet still tell yourself you should be able to handle it.
Using ACT, CBT, mindfulness, attachment-based, somatic, and solution-focused approaches, I tailor therapy to your unique needs. My goal isn't to change who you are, but to help you reconnect with yourself beneath the stress, anxiety, expectations, and responsibilities that may have left you feeling disconnected.
Whether you or a loved one are dealing with self-esteem, anxiety/OCD, depression, ADHD, attachment issues, conflict resolution, anger, stress, substances, or grief, Emerson is here to help.
Emerson has dedicated much of his career to working with children, adolescents, and families, as well as providing individual support to adults. He takes a Solution-Focused approach, integrating CBT and Positive Psychology techniques. Additionally, Emerson is equipped with certifications in Brainspotting and Motivational Interviewing for specialized care.
Whether you or a loved one are dealing with self-esteem, anxiety/OCD, depression, ADHD, attachment issues, conflict resolution, anger, stress, substances, or grief, Emerson is here to help.
Emerson has dedicated much of his career to working with children, adolescents, and families, as well as providing individual support to adults. He takes a Solution-Focused approach, integrating CBT and Positive Psychology techniques. Additionally, Emerson is equipped with certifications in Brainspotting and Motivational Interviewing for specialized care.
Concerned about depression or anxiety?
I am the owner of Counseling Works LLC were we use an evidence based, integrated approach to help you learn new skills and attitudes for managing your life. We have multiple providers who can assist you with your mental health needs. We specialize in transitions, stress management, grief and loss, trauma and building emotional regulation skills.
Concerned about depression or anxiety?
I am the owner of Counseling Works LLC were we use an evidence based, integrated approach to help you learn new skills and attitudes for managing your life. We have multiple providers who can assist you with your mental health needs. We specialize in transitions, stress management, grief and loss, trauma and building emotional regulation skills.
For over 15 years, I’ve specialized in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related conditions across the lifespan — including children, teens, and adults.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based methods and tailored to each individual’s needs.
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), ACT, and other approaches to help clients build lasting change and reduce compulsions over time.
For over 15 years, I’ve specialized in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related conditions across the lifespan — including children, teens, and adults.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based methods and tailored to each individual’s needs.
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), ACT, and other approaches to help clients build lasting change and reduce compulsions over time.
You’ve done the work. Therapy isn’t new to you—you’ve been there, talked through it, gained awareness. You get why you are the way you are, but despite all of that, you still feel stuck. Like no matter how much you understand your past, something deeper is keeping you in survival mode.
Maybe you had to grow up fast. Maybe life didn’t give you much room to just be a kid. You’re great at figuring things out, staying strong, analyzing your feelings—but sometimes, it feels like you’re thinking your way around healing instead of actually feeling it.
That’s where I come in.
You’ve done the work. Therapy isn’t new to you—you’ve been there, talked through it, gained awareness. You get why you are the way you are, but despite all of that, you still feel stuck. Like no matter how much you understand your past, something deeper is keeping you in survival mode.
Maybe you had to grow up fast. Maybe life didn’t give you much room to just be a kid. You’re great at figuring things out, staying strong, analyzing your feelings—but sometimes, it feels like you’re thinking your way around healing instead of actually feeling it.
That’s where I come in.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD, phobias, perfectionism, and stress - especially when they intersect with queer and trans experiences or neurodivergence.
Hello! I am Pat (they/he), a Queer and trans Licensed Social Worker. My past work as a neuroscience researcher, along with my own mental health struggles, drove me towards therapy as a calling. I am Queer-friendly, fat-positive, kink and ENM friendly, and anti-oppression in my stances; as much as I can, I want the therapy space to be an open and healing environment rather than one that recreates systemic inequality.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD, phobias, perfectionism, and stress - especially when they intersect with queer and trans experiences or neurodivergence.
Hello! I am Pat (they/he), a Queer and trans Licensed Social Worker. My past work as a neuroscience researcher, along with my own mental health struggles, drove me towards therapy as a calling. I am Queer-friendly, fat-positive, kink and ENM friendly, and anti-oppression in my stances; as much as I can, I want the therapy space to be an open and healing environment rather than one that recreates systemic inequality.
I believe therapy is the process of getting to know and like yourself better. By looking inward, we discover how we support or undermine ourselves with thoughts, feelings, habitual body patterns and behaviors born out of pain and trauma. We start to distinguish our authentic self from who we think we need to be. When we have more information about ourself and more freedom to be authentic, we can then begin to make changes to better support ourself and create a life that is fulfilling.
I believe therapy is the process of getting to know and like yourself better. By looking inward, we discover how we support or undermine ourselves with thoughts, feelings, habitual body patterns and behaviors born out of pain and trauma. We start to distinguish our authentic self from who we think we need to be. When we have more information about ourself and more freedom to be authentic, we can then begin to make changes to better support ourself and create a life that is fulfilling.
I have extensive experience supporting clients navigating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and issues related to self-identity.
I am passionate about helping individuals overcome emotional and behavioral challenges to lead more fulfilling lives. I specialize in providing individual therapy for adults, utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, we will work to identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and implement meaningful behavioral changes, fostering lasting transformation. My practice is dedicated to promoting healing, growth, and wholeness.
I have extensive experience supporting clients navigating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and issues related to self-identity.
I am passionate about helping individuals overcome emotional and behavioral challenges to lead more fulfilling lives. I specialize in providing individual therapy for adults, utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, we will work to identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and implement meaningful behavioral changes, fostering lasting transformation. My practice is dedicated to promoting healing, growth, and wholeness.
Therapy should be a space where people feel safe enough to be themselves without fear of judgment.
My areas of specialization include Anxiety Depression, Trauma, Impulse Control, Relationships/Trust Issues, Self-Esteem/Shame Issues, Sexual Issues including Sexual Addiction/Compulsions, Internet Compulsions, Sexual Abuse, Anger Management, Stress Management, Grief and Loss issues, as well as men and women issues.
Therapy should be a space where people feel safe enough to be themselves without fear of judgment.
My areas of specialization include Anxiety Depression, Trauma, Impulse Control, Relationships/Trust Issues, Self-Esteem/Shame Issues, Sexual Issues including Sexual Addiction/Compulsions, Internet Compulsions, Sexual Abuse, Anger Management, Stress Management, Grief and Loss issues, as well as men and women issues.
Many of the people I work with feel constantly on edge, emotionally shut down, or stuck repeating patterns in relationships they don’t fully understand. These patterns can emerge in the aftermath of trauma, including childhood abuse, complex family dynamics, and experiences that may feel difficult to discuss openly. I also work with people who want to better understand their relationship with alcohol or cannabis and explore what a healthier, more sustainable relationship to substances might look like.
Many of the people I work with feel constantly on edge, emotionally shut down, or stuck repeating patterns in relationships they don’t fully understand. These patterns can emerge in the aftermath of trauma, including childhood abuse, complex family dynamics, and experiences that may feel difficult to discuss openly. I also work with people who want to better understand their relationship with alcohol or cannabis and explore what a healthier, more sustainable relationship to substances might look like.
I specialize with depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues.
I also thoroughly enjoy incorporating nutrition, focused on mental health and helping the body naturally perform at its best. A passion of mine is working with middle school ages through college age, but I accept any individual.
I specialize with depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues.
I also thoroughly enjoy incorporating nutrition, focused on mental health and helping the body naturally perform at its best. A passion of mine is working with middle school ages through college age, but I accept any individual.
If you are seeking services to manage day to day stress,relationship issues, trauma, depression, panic, anxiety or other issues that create distress and compromise our day to day living.
Please see the profiles of each therapist at Stay Counseling Center. Susan Stay started the this practice in 2010. Susan specializes in relationship issues and trauma. This practice works with adults, children, adolescents, couples and families.
If you are seeking services to manage day to day stress,relationship issues, trauma, depression, panic, anxiety or other issues that create distress and compromise our day to day living.
Please see the profiles of each therapist at Stay Counseling Center. Susan Stay started the this practice in 2010. Susan specializes in relationship issues and trauma. This practice works with adults, children, adolescents, couples and families.
These obstacles can take many forms, such as excessive fear, unresolved childhood injuries, stalemated conflicts, distorted beliefs, insecurities, depression or addictions.
I concentrated in individual therapy in graduate school and participated in extensive post graduate training in couples and family therapy. I enjoy my work and feel fortunate to have been able to forge many productive therapeutic alliances with clients over the 30+ years I have been in practice.
These obstacles can take many forms, such as excessive fear, unresolved childhood injuries, stalemated conflicts, distorted beliefs, insecurities, depression or addictions.
I concentrated in individual therapy in graduate school and participated in extensive post graduate training in couples and family therapy. I enjoy my work and feel fortunate to have been able to forge many productive therapeutic alliances with clients over the 30+ years I have been in practice.
I work with individuals who are often struggling with anxiety and relationships.
Life can be exhausting, and sometimes it might feel like you just can’t manage everything. From school and work to relationships with friends and family, there is always a lot to juggle, and stress can build up quickly! When you’re overwhelmed because of a transition period or a traumatic event, your behavior, mood, and relationships are all impacted, and it can feel like you're spiraling or that things will never get better.
I work with individuals who are often struggling with anxiety and relationships.
Life can be exhausting, and sometimes it might feel like you just can’t manage everything. From school and work to relationships with friends and family, there is always a lot to juggle, and stress can build up quickly! When you’re overwhelmed because of a transition period or a traumatic event, your behavior, mood, and relationships are all impacted, and it can feel like you're spiraling or that things will never get better.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of specialized experience treating OCD and anxiety spectrum disorders, I understand what it's like to feel "stuck" in cycles of anxiety, endless worry, and constant "what if" thought loops.
I specialize in helping people break free from anxiety, OCD, and compulsive behaviors through evidence-based, compassionate therapy. I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients face their fears, reduce compulsions, and build a more flexible, values-driven life.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of specialized experience treating OCD and anxiety spectrum disorders, I understand what it's like to feel "stuck" in cycles of anxiety, endless worry, and constant "what if" thought loops.
I specialize in helping people break free from anxiety, OCD, and compulsive behaviors through evidence-based, compassionate therapy. I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients face their fears, reduce compulsions, and build a more flexible, values-driven life.
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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.