Domestic Abuse Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Life can be as challenging as it is rewarding. It is often useful to have a professional source of support when working through those challenges. If you are considering seeking counseling services and believe that a warm, caring, and nonjudgmental environment would be helpful in reaching your goals, I may be the right therapist for you. Whether you are facing a specific issue, such as difficulty in dealing with a traumatic experience, a mental health issue, relationships, divorce, or grief, or if you would like some general guidance in exploring options for personal growth, I am here to help.

My ideal client is someone who is entering therapy with the realization that they desire to be seen and heard; a person who sees therapy as a relationship to be built with a person they can be open with. I find an interest and willingness to identify and work through trauma is a common thread among those I work well with, particularly when it manifests as addiction or BPD. Beyond trauma associated with combat, violence , or sexual abuse , I feel trauma among members of LGBT and other marginalized communities, as well as people who have struggled with the surviving pandemic, is important to see and address.

Sometimes, life can be stressful and feel overwhelming. It sometimes doesn't go as we had planned. Sometimes we need guidance. My desire is to have my clients learn to handle life's "curve balls" and motivate them to develop positive coping skills in order to decrease the unraveling that can occur.

I am a recent graduate from Duquesne University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program (December 2021). Previously, I attended Point Park University where I received my Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. I have been working in the mental health field for about two years. I have about 2000 hours of experience between working with individuals, groups, and other mental health work. My work has mainly consisted of treating Substance Abuse clients, adults with various mental health disorders, and some couples counseling.

Our Counselors in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills and Online specialize in providing compassionate counseling solutions for you, your marriage, and family. Anxiety, anger, depression, intimacy concerns, trauma, relationship conflict, conflict communication, substance abuse , each are confusing troubles which easily prevent us from enjoying the life which we had always envisioned for ourselves'. Our counseling team is here to offer you evidence-based therapy solutions. With comprehensive long and short term treatment plans tailored to your specific needs, we are here to accelerate your journey to wellness.

In my individual, couples, and family work, values of collaboration, mutuality, and connection guide my practice. I partner with clients to identify their own unique strengths that can be used as resources to foster growth and change. I am attentive to the role of early family experiences, cultural values, oppression, and stigma in shaping client's experiences. Particularly when addressing painful or traumatic areas, I attend to clients' emotional safety using mindfulness and body awareness. I believe that healing happens in the context of honest relationships and invite my clients to engage in open dialog about our work together.

Modern life has allowed us to communicate with others in unprecedented new ways, and yet not enough opportunities to be truly heard and understood. My goal in working with you is to create an environment where you are heard and understood, to facilitate your journey in overcoming difficulties, and to enable you to reach your full potential to have a satisfying life.

We welcome and accept all individuals seeking support and change. Our world can be hard to navigate alone therefore, allow us the opportunity to support you. We have various therapist on staff that specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, veterans, human sexuality, families and children.

My experience is helping individuals and families overcome emotional, mental and spiritual challenges. I will help you identify unhealthy patterns that get in the way of you having a healthy and enjoyable life. We will learn and use positive coping skills and self-awareness skills to help you have satisfaction, fulfillment, growth and to experience new ways of being. My specialties include family problems, depression, mood and anxiety disorders, problems with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss issues, trauma/sexual abuse , work issues, life transition issues, parenting, women's issues and anger management.

Being a human is hard. Some of the things that make it harder are big life transitions, unexpected or chronic illness, loss of a loved one, experiencing abuse or neglect, past or present trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. At Lucent Counseling, we find it a privilege to help you process and integrate these experiences so that you can heal and move through the difficult times in your life. Our Master's level therapists have excellent training and draw from an eclectic variety of techniques. Our interventions are guided by the therapeutic relationship, and are individually curated to help you move toward your goals.

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.

When life feels overwhelming, your day to day stressors add up, or past experiences cause you difficulties, choosing to seek therapy can be a pivotal step towards feeling like yourself again. I work collaboratively with clients to help them chart a path forward that feels healthy and acknowledges the impact of all of life’s experiences. Therapy is an opportunity to explore old patterns, create new ones, and to find your voice. Together, we will create a space where you feel safe enough to put down your walls and explore what is working in your life, what is not, and how to get you to where you want to be.

The concept of therapy can be intimidating... My goal is to make it comfortable for you to discuss your situations by providing an honest, non-judgmental atmosphere, while offering support and validation. Throughout my career, I have helped individuals cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, as well as grief and loss, problems within family systems and relationships, and trauma-related issues. I have helped individuals dealing with addictions and substance abuse , and have also helped young adults in higher education transition to new environments and social settings.

Hello! Welcome to your healing Journey. My name is Teresa and I have been in practice for almost 20 years. I believe in the importance of creating a therapeutic alliance where clients feel safe and free to explore and learn about themselves without fear of judgment. I understand that at times it can be difficult to take the first step and look for professional help, my personal stance is to empower my clients and guide them so they can find their own answers. I have worked with individuals and families from multiple backgrounds and age groups. I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, depression and life transitions.

I strive to create a relaxed, supportive and positive environment for my clients during each counseling session, because I understand how difficult and scary it can be for clients to disclose personal information. I show my clients respect, honesty, compassion and I listen without judgement. I have 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics in a variety of settings which include: Outpatient, Home/Community, School-Based, Psychiatric Hospitals and Primary Care Physician Offices. I provide individual, couples, family and group counseling.

I would like to help you live your best life. Whether that means healing past trauma, managing anxiety or depression, improving your relationships with others, building your self esteem, finding your life purpose, or coping while dealing with life stressors or transitions, I am here to support you.

Do you want to better understand yourself and your relationships? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward? Therapy can provide a place where you can freely express yourself and explore, without judgment, the obstacles that are preventing you from having a more satisfied life. I enjoy helping clients learn to listen to all of their feelings and let go of old patterns that once served them but no longer do. I offer support and challenge through the therapy relationship as people face their personal truths. I have openings for a new adult psychotherapy group but am not accepting new clients for individual therapy.

Accepting new clients. Every therapeutic relationship is unique and each person brings their own circumstances to therapy. These circumstances often include difficulties with life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, feelings of depression and anxiety and challenges in relationships.

ICA is a group of dedicated mental and behavioral health professions who offer counseling and substance abuse services to adults, children, couples, and families in a supportive environment. Our providers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who treat each client with compassion, dignity, and respect while helping each to work through areas of concern. We believe that help begins with a strong therapist/client relationship in order to achieve long-term results and as such, each approach is personalized and tailored to the specific need of the client. We have an additional office in Swissvale at 2033 Noble St.