Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Dr. McGrosky has been a practicing psychotherapist for the past twenty-three years. He provides individual therapy to adults as well as couples’ therapy. Dr. McGrosky’s clinical work includes the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, relational and couples’ issues, and trauma and stress-related matters. He utilizes psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic and psychodynamic theories to understand his clients’ issues. His therapeutic approaches rely on techniques from cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, interpersonal, psychodynamic, relational and trauma informed perspectives.
Dr. McGrosky has been a practicing psychotherapist for the past twenty-three years. He provides individual therapy to adults as well as couples’ therapy. Dr. McGrosky’s clinical work includes the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, relational and couples’ issues, and trauma and stress-related matters. He utilizes psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic and psychodynamic theories to understand his clients’ issues. His therapeutic approaches rely on techniques from cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, interpersonal, psychodynamic, relational and trauma informed perspectives.
Bridge to Well-Being Counseling- Sandra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
I am accepting new clients, both in person in our office in Wilkinsburg and virtually. Feeling anxious? Depressed? Desire to work through past hurts to find strength and hope? My ideal clients are school-age children, adolescents, and adults who yearn to make a positive change in their lives to be their best selves. Young people, come ready to engage in art, games, and play as we learn ways to grow! Teens and adults, let's build rapport, share goals, and get started!
I am accepting new clients, both in person in our office in Wilkinsburg and virtually. Feeling anxious? Depressed? Desire to work through past hurts to find strength and hope? My ideal clients are school-age children, adolescents, and adults who yearn to make a positive change in their lives to be their best selves. Young people, come ready to engage in art, games, and play as we learn ways to grow! Teens and adults, let's build rapport, share goals, and get started!
Are you connected to your authentic self? Do you struggle with anxiety or imposter syndrome? Maybe you are struggling with people pleasing and want to set better boundaries with others around you. Do you struggle with your relationship with others around you? You want to get the most out of life but you keep getting in your own way.
Are you connected to your authentic self? Do you struggle with anxiety or imposter syndrome? Maybe you are struggling with people pleasing and want to set better boundaries with others around you. Do you struggle with your relationship with others around you? You want to get the most out of life but you keep getting in your own way.
Carissa Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities and interventions to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual, primarily including ACT, Assertiveness Training, CBT, DBT, Exploration of Relationship Patterns, Exploration of Values, ERP, I-CBT, Mindfulness Practices, MI, and ongoing Psychoeducation.
My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.
I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities and interventions to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual, primarily including ACT, Assertiveness Training, CBT, DBT, Exploration of Relationship Patterns, Exploration of Values, ERP, I-CBT, Mindfulness Practices, MI, and ongoing Psychoeducation.
My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.
I specialize in OCD and anxiety, using ERP as the gold standard for treatment, along with ACT, mindfulness, and somatic practices.
Hi! My name is Kaelyn (she/her), and I’m a biracial (Black and white), neurodivergent therapist and licensed social worker. I offer a healing space that affirms LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent experiences, and I approach therapy through an anti-oppressive, liberation-centered lens. I work with teens and adults navigating OCD, anxiety, self-worth, identity development and life transitions. I strive to meet each person with warmth, honesty, and deep respect, honoring the wisdom you already carry while unlearning systems that ask us to disconnect from ourselves.
I specialize in OCD and anxiety, using ERP as the gold standard for treatment, along with ACT, mindfulness, and somatic practices.
Hi! My name is Kaelyn (she/her), and I’m a biracial (Black and white), neurodivergent therapist and licensed social worker. I offer a healing space that affirms LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent experiences, and I approach therapy through an anti-oppressive, liberation-centered lens. I work with teens and adults navigating OCD, anxiety, self-worth, identity development and life transitions. I strive to meet each person with warmth, honesty, and deep respect, honoring the wisdom you already carry while unlearning systems that ask us to disconnect from ourselves.
I interned at the Center of OCD and Anxiety which furthered my skills in ERP and ACT.
I have spent the last eight years working as a Family Based Therapist that specialized in OCD and crisis management. I have experience with the LGBTQ+ community and as a member of that community, understands how important it is to have a safe and supportive space. I also have experience with treating children, teens, adults, and older adults.
I interned at the Center of OCD and Anxiety which furthered my skills in ERP and ACT.
I have spent the last eight years working as a Family Based Therapist that specialized in OCD and crisis management. I have experience with the LGBTQ+ community and as a member of that community, understands how important it is to have a safe and supportive space. I also have experience with treating children, teens, adults, and older adults.
I’m a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience working in homes, schools, healthcare systems, and private practice. I use practical, solution-focused strategies to help clients manage challenges, build insight, and move toward meaningful change.
I specialize working with individuals with anxiety, ADHD, depression and emotional difficulties across the lifespan. I offer particular expertise for burnout in caregiving roles, teens/young adults with social anxiety and life adjustments, as well as individuals with co-occuring mental health and physical symptoms - such as panic attacks and stress-related pain.
I’m a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience working in homes, schools, healthcare systems, and private practice. I use practical, solution-focused strategies to help clients manage challenges, build insight, and move toward meaningful change.
I specialize working with individuals with anxiety, ADHD, depression and emotional difficulties across the lifespan. I offer particular expertise for burnout in caregiving roles, teens/young adults with social anxiety and life adjustments, as well as individuals with co-occuring mental health and physical symptoms - such as panic attacks and stress-related pain.
I have extensive training in CBT for Anxiety, ERP, I-CBT, ACT and IFS.
Understanding our life experiences and how they shape our views can be difficult to do alone. Traumatic events or troubling times, no matter how long ago, can bring up harmful thoughts and complicated feelings. Anxiety and self-doubt may be holding us back. Fortunately, it doesn’t always have to be this way. We will work to understand what you need for your own therapy journey. Building a trusting relationship is important to me, and I will be your support as you process what you have been through. Together, we can find balance in your life and bring hope and healing.
I have extensive training in CBT for Anxiety, ERP, I-CBT, ACT and IFS.
Understanding our life experiences and how they shape our views can be difficult to do alone. Traumatic events or troubling times, no matter how long ago, can bring up harmful thoughts and complicated feelings. Anxiety and self-doubt may be holding us back. Fortunately, it doesn’t always have to be this way. We will work to understand what you need for your own therapy journey. Building a trusting relationship is important to me, and I will be your support as you process what you have been through. Together, we can find balance in your life and bring hope and healing.
Life can feel especially heavy when you're facing life's struggles and no one has to face it alone. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults to navigate difficult emotions and find strength in their own resilience.
Life can feel especially heavy when you're facing life's struggles and no one has to face it alone. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults to navigate difficult emotions and find strength in their own resilience.
Welcome to Cognitive Behavior Institute! We are committed to providing the best care possible through established treatment methods. These treatment methods are proven to be effective for a wide range of mental health diagnoses and psychological distresses. Cognitive Behavior Institute (CBI) is proud to employ adept licensed clinicians, board-certified psychiatrists, and compassionate administrative staff with diverse experience in their respective fields.
Welcome to Cognitive Behavior Institute! We are committed to providing the best care possible through established treatment methods. These treatment methods are proven to be effective for a wide range of mental health diagnoses and psychological distresses. Cognitive Behavior Institute (CBI) is proud to employ adept licensed clinicians, board-certified psychiatrists, and compassionate administrative staff with diverse experience in their respective fields.
You will be able to create space to connect more with what really matters to you. In addition, you will be able to make meaningful and constructive changes that will help you move forward, reshape your quality of life, and reach greater fulfillment. Alexandra would like to hear from you or your family if you are experiencing a variety of problems that could include self-esteem issues, stress, depression, anxiety, or adjustment to a significant life change. Every person has intrinsic goodness and strengths. This combined with helpful skills and strategies she will provide will support you in achieving your goals.
You will be able to create space to connect more with what really matters to you. In addition, you will be able to make meaningful and constructive changes that will help you move forward, reshape your quality of life, and reach greater fulfillment. Alexandra would like to hear from you or your family if you are experiencing a variety of problems that could include self-esteem issues, stress, depression, anxiety, or adjustment to a significant life change. Every person has intrinsic goodness and strengths. This combined with helpful skills and strategies she will provide will support you in achieving your goals.
* Not accepting new clients at this time * Welcome! I know that searching for a therapist and reaching out for help is not easy, congrats on taking the first step. I get it - life can be hard, especially when dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, and other hardships. Mental health difficulties are treatable and healing is possible! I am here to offer you a space where you can safely process emotions and work through life’s difficulties. I can help you gain clarity in your symptoms, transform your unhelpful thinking patterns, unburden self-critical core beliefs, and feel empowered to live your best life.
* Not accepting new clients at this time * Welcome! I know that searching for a therapist and reaching out for help is not easy, congrats on taking the first step. I get it - life can be hard, especially when dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, and other hardships. Mental health difficulties are treatable and healing is possible! I am here to offer you a space where you can safely process emotions and work through life’s difficulties. I can help you gain clarity in your symptoms, transform your unhelpful thinking patterns, unburden self-critical core beliefs, and feel empowered to live your best life.
Are you looking to free yourself from anxiety? Are you avoiding places, things, or situations because you might have a panic attack? Are obsessive thoughts and compulsions pulling you further and further away from enjoining your life? Anxiety seems to have a way of creating rules that people need to follow just to keep it all together. The problem is, the more we follow anxiety's rules, the more powerful it becomes. It can start to feel like your life has gotten smaller, more rigid, even less fun as the anxiety continues to grow. If you have found my page, then you are likely hoping to take your life back.
Are you looking to free yourself from anxiety? Are you avoiding places, things, or situations because you might have a panic attack? Are obsessive thoughts and compulsions pulling you further and further away from enjoining your life? Anxiety seems to have a way of creating rules that people need to follow just to keep it all together. The problem is, the more we follow anxiety's rules, the more powerful it becomes. It can start to feel like your life has gotten smaller, more rigid, even less fun as the anxiety continues to grow. If you have found my page, then you are likely hoping to take your life back.
I provide therapy services to teens and adults who experience stressors relating to anxiety, OCD, life transitions, self-esteem, burnout and relationships with self and others. I strive to help my clients find their inner strength and make positive changes to better manage life's stressors. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to discuss and process your experiences and emotions. You are the expert in your life and experiences, and I am honored to become a part of your journey of self-exploration and growth.
I provide therapy services to teens and adults who experience stressors relating to anxiety, OCD, life transitions, self-esteem, burnout and relationships with self and others. I strive to help my clients find their inner strength and make positive changes to better manage life's stressors. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to discuss and process your experiences and emotions. You are the expert in your life and experiences, and I am honored to become a part of your journey of self-exploration and growth.
Congratulations on taking the first step! It can be overwhelming to start something new, but remember that you have already made progress by acknowledging that you want to take action. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. As a therapist, it's essential to have a wide range of therapeutic tools and techniques to help clients navigate their challenges. Whether it's helping adolescents and teens manage stress and anxiety, assisting adults with depression or trauma, or supporting couples in strengthening their relationships, each client requires a customized approach.
Congratulations on taking the first step! It can be overwhelming to start something new, but remember that you have already made progress by acknowledging that you want to take action. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. As a therapist, it's essential to have a wide range of therapeutic tools and techniques to help clients navigate their challenges. Whether it's helping adolescents and teens manage stress and anxiety, assisting adults with depression or trauma, or supporting couples in strengthening their relationships, each client requires a customized approach.
Do you feel like you've done everything right and you're still not happy? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure of what comes next?
Whether it’s navigating difficult relationships or dating, figuring out how to cope with the pressures of adulting, or dealing with a constant stream of stress from work and life, I'm here to help. I work with Millennials and Gen Z to provide practical coping skills, a deeper understanding of what’s behind your emotions, and real strategies to manage life’s toughest moments.
Do you feel like you've done everything right and you're still not happy? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure of what comes next?
Whether it’s navigating difficult relationships or dating, figuring out how to cope with the pressures of adulting, or dealing with a constant stream of stress from work and life, I'm here to help. I work with Millennials and Gen Z to provide practical coping skills, a deeper understanding of what’s behind your emotions, and real strategies to manage life’s toughest moments.
I work with clients who struggle with issues such as anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors or thoughts, feelings of inadequacy or patterns of self sabotage and want to understand their thoughts and behaviors to find more effective ways to manage them. Many of those I work with are healthcare professionals or others in caring roles who give so much to others that they neglect their own needs. Together, we focus on restoring balance, building coping skills, and regaining a sense of control.
I work with clients who struggle with issues such as anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors or thoughts, feelings of inadequacy or patterns of self sabotage and want to understand their thoughts and behaviors to find more effective ways to manage them. Many of those I work with are healthcare professionals or others in caring roles who give so much to others that they neglect their own needs. Together, we focus on restoring balance, building coping skills, and regaining a sense of control.
I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, ERP, and CBT to help clients manage intrusive thoughts, process past experiences, and build coping skills.
Welcome! I’m Ally Meyer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy services throughout Pennsylvania. I work with adults navigating intrusive thoughts, anxiety, perfectionism, or mental rituals often connected to OCD, PTSD, or overlapping symptoms that don’t quite have a clear name yet. They may feel stuck in thought loops, weighed down by trauma, or burned out from trying to manage it all on their own. Together, we focus on building clarity, lasting relief, and practical tools to feel more grounded and fully themselves.
I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, ERP, and CBT to help clients manage intrusive thoughts, process past experiences, and build coping skills.
Welcome! I’m Ally Meyer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy services throughout Pennsylvania. I work with adults navigating intrusive thoughts, anxiety, perfectionism, or mental rituals often connected to OCD, PTSD, or overlapping symptoms that don’t quite have a clear name yet. They may feel stuck in thought loops, weighed down by trauma, or burned out from trying to manage it all on their own. Together, we focus on building clarity, lasting relief, and practical tools to feel more grounded and fully themselves.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by worry, stuck in patterns with food or your body, or simply ready to make a meaningful shift in your life, you're not alone—and you're already taking the first step by being here. I work with individuals who are ready to feel more grounded, empowered, and connected to themselves. Whether you're navigating anxiety, body image concerns, disordered eating, or just a deep desire for change, I’m here to support you.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by worry, stuck in patterns with food or your body, or simply ready to make a meaningful shift in your life, you're not alone—and you're already taking the first step by being here. I work with individuals who are ready to feel more grounded, empowered, and connected to themselves. Whether you're navigating anxiety, body image concerns, disordered eating, or just a deep desire for change, I’m here to support you.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with college students, adults, and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and managing life stressors. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I am committed to helping clients create meaningful changes in their lives. Therapy goals may include gaining insight into thoughts and emotions, developing healthy coping strategies, building self-esteem and self-compassion, processing trauma, improving emotional regulation, and strengthening relationships through boundaries and assertive communication.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with college students, adults, and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and managing life stressors. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I am committed to helping clients create meaningful changes in their lives. Therapy goals may include gaining insight into thoughts and emotions, developing healthy coping strategies, building self-esteem and self-compassion, processing trauma, improving emotional regulation, and strengthening relationships through boundaries and assertive communication.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.