Therapists for Children in Pittsburgh, PA
I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families build resilience and find a meaningful path during difficult times. In our sessions, we will explore the root of your feelings and develop effective strategies to handle anxiety and stress. It’s normal to feel lost when your routines are disrupted, but rediscovering your balance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. My goal is to support you through these challenges by creating a caring, collaborative environment where you can regain your sense of control and purpose.
I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families build resilience and find a meaningful path during difficult times. In our sessions, we will explore the root of your feelings and develop effective strategies to handle anxiety and stress. It’s normal to feel lost when your routines are disrupted, but rediscovering your balance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. My goal is to support you through these challenges by creating a caring, collaborative environment where you can regain your sense of control and purpose.
Hi! I am the owner of Ren & Rei Counseling where i supervise others. I graduated from Allegheny College with a degree in Psychology, then went on to complete my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Gannon University. Before moving to Pittsburgh, I previously worked in the highest level of care in the state for adolescents through the Enhanced Residential Units at Perseus House, in Erie, PA. While here, I previously worked in school-based outpatient services in Pittsburgh Public School District and West Mifflin Area School District, through Wesley Family Services and Family Behavioral Resources, respectively.
Hi! I am the owner of Ren & Rei Counseling where i supervise others. I graduated from Allegheny College with a degree in Psychology, then went on to complete my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Gannon University. Before moving to Pittsburgh, I previously worked in the highest level of care in the state for adolescents through the Enhanced Residential Units at Perseus House, in Erie, PA. While here, I previously worked in school-based outpatient services in Pittsburgh Public School District and West Mifflin Area School District, through Wesley Family Services and Family Behavioral Resources, respectively.
At HandinHand Counseling, LLC our GOAL is to promote HOPE, HEALTH and HEALING to individuals and families dealing with generational and situational obstacles. We are a practice with a 21st century approach to counseling devoted to removing the stigma attached to mental health counseling. We see peace in the place of chaos. We see function where there appears to be dysfunction. Our goal is to tap into the strengths you possess, that are often times masked by life's complexities through therapeutic intervention and resource building. Let us assist you in bridging the gap between the problem and the solution.
At HandinHand Counseling, LLC our GOAL is to promote HOPE, HEALTH and HEALING to individuals and families dealing with generational and situational obstacles. We are a practice with a 21st century approach to counseling devoted to removing the stigma attached to mental health counseling. We see peace in the place of chaos. We see function where there appears to be dysfunction. Our goal is to tap into the strengths you possess, that are often times masked by life's complexities through therapeutic intervention and resource building. Let us assist you in bridging the gap between the problem and the solution.
I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and families grow beyond current challenges.
I completed my Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Pittsburgh and have worked in a variety of settings, including corrections systems, school systems, and outpatient settings.
I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and families grow beyond current challenges.
I completed my Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Pittsburgh and have worked in a variety of settings, including corrections systems, school systems, and outpatient settings.
Whether I'm involved in play therapy with a child or problem solving with an adult client, I wish for my caring and support to be most evident.
I have many areas of specialty, which include work with children and adolescents, college students, psycho-educational assessment, substance abuse, and forensic consultation and assessment. My work balances efficiency with a comprehensive approach that seeks to help clients solve their problems and understand the causal factors for challenges.
Whether I'm involved in play therapy with a child or problem solving with an adult client, I wish for my caring and support to be most evident.
I have many areas of specialty, which include work with children and adolescents, college students, psycho-educational assessment, substance abuse, and forensic consultation and assessment. My work balances efficiency with a comprehensive approach that seeks to help clients solve their problems and understand the causal factors for challenges.
I specialize in child trauma treatment, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, sports performance and couple's therapy.
I use 16+ years of experience to connect with your struggle, build a foundation of skills, then help you make the changes that will be sustainable. My time as a husband, father, college soccer coach, and brief drifter (LOL) allows me to empathize with many situations, difficulties and strengths.
I specialize in child trauma treatment, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, sports performance and couple's therapy.
I use 16+ years of experience to connect with your struggle, build a foundation of skills, then help you make the changes that will be sustainable. My time as a husband, father, college soccer coach, and brief drifter (LOL) allows me to empathize with many situations, difficulties and strengths.
New Directions Mental Health is a group of local outpatient mental health care clinics dedicated to transforming lives by offering quality, easily accessible mental health care. New Directions Mental Health formed as a partnership between several long-standing mental health clinics that have been providing care to southwestern Pennsylvania for 45 years. Our teams have come together out of a deep commitment to expanding access to high-quality mental health care across our unique communities. New Directions is proud to be the leader in interventional psychiatry services in the Pittsburgh metro area.
New Directions Mental Health is a group of local outpatient mental health care clinics dedicated to transforming lives by offering quality, easily accessible mental health care. New Directions Mental Health formed as a partnership between several long-standing mental health clinics that have been providing care to southwestern Pennsylvania for 45 years. Our teams have come together out of a deep commitment to expanding access to high-quality mental health care across our unique communities. New Directions is proud to be the leader in interventional psychiatry services in the Pittsburgh metro area.
I have over 16 years of working with children, adults, and families.
Hello! My name is Maria, and I am the owner of Transformative Bonds, a private practice focused on repairing relationships between individuals, families, and communities. I believe in an eclectic approach to therapy, meeting a person where they are at in life, and using their strengths to assist with their personal growth. My overall focus is to provide a safe space, empower you to heal from your past, and to help you create a new normal.
I have over 16 years of working with children, adults, and families.
Hello! My name is Maria, and I am the owner of Transformative Bonds, a private practice focused on repairing relationships between individuals, families, and communities. I believe in an eclectic approach to therapy, meeting a person where they are at in life, and using their strengths to assist with their personal growth. My overall focus is to provide a safe space, empower you to heal from your past, and to help you create a new normal.
I have 20+ years experience in helping children, adolescents, & adults enhance their daily life functioning, cultivate self compassion, and improve their emotional & physical well being.
My specialty area is grief/loss. I provide a safe space to process losses and life changes. I help with development of a toolbox that leads to navigating and managing grief constructively. I also have expertise with alleviating sleep disturbance, insomnia. Sleep is a core piece that impacts our mood, energy & focus. Let's get you the good sleep you deserve!
I have 20+ years experience in helping children, adolescents, & adults enhance their daily life functioning, cultivate self compassion, and improve their emotional & physical well being.
My specialty area is grief/loss. I provide a safe space to process losses and life changes. I help with development of a toolbox that leads to navigating and managing grief constructively. I also have expertise with alleviating sleep disturbance, insomnia. Sleep is a core piece that impacts our mood, energy & focus. Let's get you the good sleep you deserve!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a wide background in working with children, teens, young adults, and families.
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 am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a wide background in working with children, teens, young adults, and families.
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.
Effective therapy is built on connection. Our mission is to provide a safe space for individuals, couples, and families to receive the tools needed to build a strong foundation. We will tailor our treatment techniques to accommodate your specific needs. At Cornerstone Family Connections, we are driven by a desire to empower you to face your fears, heal, grow, and achieve a healthy balance.
Effective therapy is built on connection. Our mission is to provide a safe space for individuals, couples, and families to receive the tools needed to build a strong foundation. We will tailor our treatment techniques to accommodate your specific needs. At Cornerstone Family Connections, we are driven by a desire to empower you to face your fears, heal, grow, and achieve a healthy balance.
I also work with anxiety/depression, family conflict/dysfunction, codependency, intimacy, parenting, ADHD, body image, emotional understanding, & love play therapy with kids.
I draw upon multiple modalities, depending on the concern we are working through and what you believe may work best for you, but my primary lens is person-centered which informs all of my sessions.
I offer individual, relationship, and family counseling sessions for clients ages 6+.
I also work with anxiety/depression, family conflict/dysfunction, codependency, intimacy, parenting, ADHD, body image, emotional understanding, & love play therapy with kids.
I draw upon multiple modalities, depending on the concern we are working through and what you believe may work best for you, but my primary lens is person-centered which informs all of my sessions.
I offer individual, relationship, and family counseling sessions for clients ages 6+.
I have a background in working with children, adolescents, and adults in a residential, inpatient hospital, and community setting.
Life can be troublesome especially with adding a global pandemic into the mix. I aim to guide you through obstacles with a person-centered approach as I believe every individual is different and will tailor treatment to your specific needs.
I have a background in working with children, adolescents, and adults in a residential, inpatient hospital, and community setting.
Life can be troublesome especially with adding a global pandemic into the mix. I aim to guide you through obstacles with a person-centered approach as I believe every individual is different and will tailor treatment to your specific needs.
Hello,
I’m Codie Piotrowski, a Licensed Professional Counselor with five years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
I specialize in working with youths who are experiencing anxiety and OCD like symptoms. I incorporate art, play, and music expression into sessions to help youths engage, build coping skills, and make behavioral changes that empower their sense of self. I also focus on transitional age young adults navigating the challenges of college and post graduate life.
Hello,
I’m Codie Piotrowski, a Licensed Professional Counselor with five years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
I specialize in working with youths who are experiencing anxiety and OCD like symptoms. I incorporate art, play, and music expression into sessions to help youths engage, build coping skills, and make behavioral changes that empower their sense of self. I also focus on transitional age young adults navigating the challenges of college and post graduate life.
I have experience working with children with Autism, developmental and learning disabilities, behavioral issues and complex & chronic medical issues.
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.
I have experience working with children with Autism, developmental and learning disabilities, behavioral issues and complex & chronic medical issues.
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 find yourself constantly on edge, replaying conversations, or bracing for the next let‑down — you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me because they’re:
Stuck in people‑pleasing or over‑giving, quick to shut down or “go numb” when emotions run high, battling an inner critic that never lets up, struggling to set/keep healthy boundaries, and feeling torn between craving closeness and fearing it.
I can assist in untangling these survival patterns by practicing simple tools to calm an overwhelmed nervous system, turn down the volume on self‑doubt, and build the kind of relationships where you can breathe and speak up.
If you find yourself constantly on edge, replaying conversations, or bracing for the next let‑down — you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me because they’re:
Stuck in people‑pleasing or over‑giving, quick to shut down or “go numb” when emotions run high, battling an inner critic that never lets up, struggling to set/keep healthy boundaries, and feeling torn between craving closeness and fearing it.
I can assist in untangling these survival patterns by practicing simple tools to calm an overwhelmed nervous system, turn down the volume on self‑doubt, and build the kind of relationships where you can breathe and speak up.
Manifest Psychotherapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, MDiv
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Manifest is a proud LGBTQIA+-owned and operated therapy practice. We are deeply committed to providing inclusive, gender-affirming, and LGBTQIA+-affirming care for individuals and couples of all identities. Our therapists offer holistic, compassionate support that honors mind, body, and lived experience — creating a safe space where you are fully seen, valued, and empowered to move toward the life you envision. Our licensed clinicians bring expertise in areas such as: EMDR (trained and certified), Grief counseling, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic therapy, PTSD & C-PTSD treatment, and Couples therapy.
Manifest is a proud LGBTQIA+-owned and operated therapy practice. We are deeply committed to providing inclusive, gender-affirming, and LGBTQIA+-affirming care for individuals and couples of all identities. Our therapists offer holistic, compassionate support that honors mind, body, and lived experience — creating a safe space where you are fully seen, valued, and empowered to move toward the life you envision. Our licensed clinicians bring expertise in areas such as: EMDR (trained and certified), Grief counseling, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic therapy, PTSD & C-PTSD treatment, and Couples therapy.
I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the pressure of holding everything together.
I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward their goals. Whether you're facing a specific concern or simply feeling stuck, we'll work together to find solutions that fit your needs.
I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the pressure of holding everything together.
I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward their goals. Whether you're facing a specific concern or simply feeling stuck, we'll work together to find solutions that fit your needs.
We provide therapy for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as couples & family therapy.
Both teletherapy and in-office appointments are available. We are in-network providers for both Highmark (excluding Medicaid plans) and UPMC (excluding UPMC for You). We also accept most Optum, UBH, and Aetna plans. In addition to regular office hours, evening appointments are available. Our practice is staffed by 7 experienced, licensed PhD- and Master's-level psychologists and therapists. Call 412-367-1481, ext. 1.
We provide therapy for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as couples & family therapy.
Both teletherapy and in-office appointments are available. We are in-network providers for both Highmark (excluding Medicaid plans) and UPMC (excluding UPMC for You). We also accept most Optum, UBH, and Aetna plans. In addition to regular office hours, evening appointments are available. Our practice is staffed by 7 experienced, licensed PhD- and Master's-level psychologists and therapists. Call 412-367-1481, ext. 1.
Whether you’re seeking to resolve relationship conflict, manage anxiety or depression, find peace after trauma, obtain guidance for your child, or just looking for someone who truly understands, you’ve come to the right place.
Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns you’re ready to break? Are you longing for peace, clarity, and healthier relationships but finding it hard to get there on your own? You don’t have to navigate this season alone. At Family Matters Counseling Center, we help identify areas where you may feel stuck while developing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence. With faith, insight, and intentional action, we walk alongside you as you move from awareness to change and struggle to hope.
Whether you’re seeking to resolve relationship conflict, manage anxiety or depression, find peace after trauma, obtain guidance for your child, or just looking for someone who truly understands, you’ve come to the right place.
Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns you’re ready to break? Are you longing for peace, clarity, and healthier relationships but finding it hard to get there on your own? You don’t have to navigate this season alone. At Family Matters Counseling Center, we help identify areas where you may feel stuck while developing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence. With faith, insight, and intentional action, we walk alongside you as you move from awareness to change and struggle to hope.
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