Feminist Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
My style of therapy blends humanistic, feminist, psychodynamic, and internal family systems practices.
As a licensed psychologist, I am experienced in providing care to clients facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with adults at all ages, and I have specialized experience with independence challenges, family concerns, identity issues, and childhood trauma. Regardless of the reasons you are seeking help, your treatment will be feasible and sustainable. I will guide you through each step of your progress, taking into account your unique worldview, values and culture.
My style of therapy blends humanistic, feminist, psychodynamic, and internal family systems practices.
As a licensed psychologist, I am experienced in providing care to clients facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with adults at all ages, and I have specialized experience with independence challenges, family concerns, identity issues, and childhood trauma. Regardless of the reasons you are seeking help, your treatment will be feasible and sustainable. I will guide you through each step of your progress, taking into account your unique worldview, values and culture.
I use a relational and feminist framework to help clients understand trauma, the role of relationships, culture, & society throughout their lives, and how those things affect working towards healing and joy.
I’m a certified sexual assault counselor, and I’m partially trained in EMDR, working towards certification. I have worked extensively with survivors of sexual abuse and complex trauma. I am proficient in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, the neurodiverse community, those who have experienced incarceration, and I work from an anti-diet culture perspective.
I use a relational and feminist framework to help clients understand trauma, the role of relationships, culture, & society throughout their lives, and how those things affect working towards healing and joy.
I’m a certified sexual assault counselor, and I’m partially trained in EMDR, working towards certification. I have worked extensively with survivors of sexual abuse and complex trauma. I am proficient in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, the neurodiverse community, those who have experienced incarceration, and I work from an anti-diet culture perspective.
I tend to draw from feminist theory, liberation psychology, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, emotion-focused therapy (EFT), neurodivergent-affirming therapy, and approaches.
Hi, I'm Isabel! I am a licensed associate professional counselor. I am a Black, Haitian-American, queer, person. I graduated from Counseling and Mental Health Services (M.S.Ed.) and Professional Counseling (M.Phil.Ed.) programs at the University of Pennsylvania. Holding space is a powerful and loving thing that we can do for another person; people want to be supported, heard, and feel valued. I am an open-minded being who is ever curious about the lived experiences of others as well as mine. I believe we are all worthy simply because we exist!
I tend to draw from feminist theory, liberation psychology, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, emotion-focused therapy (EFT), neurodivergent-affirming therapy, and approaches.
Hi, I'm Isabel! I am a licensed associate professional counselor. I am a Black, Haitian-American, queer, person. I graduated from Counseling and Mental Health Services (M.S.Ed.) and Professional Counseling (M.Phil.Ed.) programs at the University of Pennsylvania. Holding space is a powerful and loving thing that we can do for another person; people want to be supported, heard, and feel valued. I am an open-minded being who is ever curious about the lived experiences of others as well as mine. I believe we are all worthy simply because we exist!
My approach is strengths-based and trauma-informed, using elements of mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), feminist, and holistic approaches.
I work with individuals and couples navigating a range of reproductive mental health issues, including but not limited to: infertility, abortion, challenges across pregnancy, early parenting support, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, reproductive grief and loss, and reproductive trauma. I also offer general life transition, anxiety, grief, trauma, neurodivergent support, and LGBTQIA+ support to teens and adults.
My approach is strengths-based and trauma-informed, using elements of mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), feminist, and holistic approaches.
I work with individuals and couples navigating a range of reproductive mental health issues, including but not limited to: infertility, abortion, challenges across pregnancy, early parenting support, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, reproductive grief and loss, and reproductive trauma. I also offer general life transition, anxiety, grief, trauma, neurodivergent support, and LGBTQIA+ support to teens and adults.
I use a relational, feminist, and Jungian framework to help clients understand the role of relationships, culture, and society in their path to find healing and joy.
I am an EMDR therapist and certified in somatic parts works (and I love inner child work). I have worked extensively with survivors of sexual abuse and complex trauma. I am proficient in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, the neurodiverse community, am sex positive, and work from both an anti-diet and non-carceral perspective.
I use a relational, feminist, and Jungian framework to help clients understand the role of relationships, culture, and society in their path to find healing and joy.
I am an EMDR therapist and certified in somatic parts works (and I love inner child work). I have worked extensively with survivors of sexual abuse and complex trauma. I am proficient in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, the neurodiverse community, am sex positive, and work from both an anti-diet and non-carceral perspective.
My practice is relational, trauma-focused and is rooted in Attachment, Feminist, Relational-Cultural Theories.
I see psychotherapy as an opportunity to explore the stories of our lives with the hope of finding healing in our ability to connect more deeply with ourselves and one another other, gain insight, flexibility, compassion, and freedom. I specialize in working with individuals who are looking to heal from trauma, past or ongoing traumatic stress, sexual and gender-based violence, spiritual abuse, and grief.
My practice is relational, trauma-focused and is rooted in Attachment, Feminist, Relational-Cultural Theories.
I see psychotherapy as an opportunity to explore the stories of our lives with the hope of finding healing in our ability to connect more deeply with ourselves and one another other, gain insight, flexibility, compassion, and freedom. I specialize in working with individuals who are looking to heal from trauma, past or ongoing traumatic stress, sexual and gender-based violence, spiritual abuse, and grief.
Hannah Heukeshoven
Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
I often utilize feminist therapy as well in session, as many issues we face are influenced by politics, culture, and systemic issues in today's society.
I see therapy as a safe space to explore and find empathy for yourself. I'm passionate about working with clients who wish to discover their best selves. Finding your best self can look like healing past trauma, building your confidence, discovering parts of yourself you never knew, or finding new ways to connect with others. I enjoy working with those in the LGBTQ+ community, as a member of the community myself, it is something I am passionate about. I have immense experience working with trauma, and previously worked at PAAR, helping individuals build grounding skills and creating stabilization in their daily lives.
I often utilize feminist therapy as well in session, as many issues we face are influenced by politics, culture, and systemic issues in today's society.
I see therapy as a safe space to explore and find empathy for yourself. I'm passionate about working with clients who wish to discover their best selves. Finding your best self can look like healing past trauma, building your confidence, discovering parts of yourself you never knew, or finding new ways to connect with others. I enjoy working with those in the LGBTQ+ community, as a member of the community myself, it is something I am passionate about. I have immense experience working with trauma, and previously worked at PAAR, helping individuals build grounding skills and creating stabilization in their daily lives.
Angela Angiolieri
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR, CMIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Compassion-Focused Therapy within a feminist framework helps challenge societal norms that fuel shame, self-doubt, and inadequacy, fostering empowerment and self-compassion.
The women I specialize in supporting are navigating significant life transitions; whether it’s an empty nest, career burnout, or the pressure of juggling everything at once. After years of prioritizing others, they often feel disconnected from themselves and wonder, What now? They crave clarity, confidence, and a sense of purpose. They want to set healthy boundaries, honor their needs, and build a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with their true selves. If it's the right time for you to reconnect with your voice, rediscover your values, and create a purposeful, empowered future reach out and connect with me.
Compassion-Focused Therapy within a feminist framework helps challenge societal norms that fuel shame, self-doubt, and inadequacy, fostering empowerment and self-compassion.
The women I specialize in supporting are navigating significant life transitions; whether it’s an empty nest, career burnout, or the pressure of juggling everything at once. After years of prioritizing others, they often feel disconnected from themselves and wonder, What now? They crave clarity, confidence, and a sense of purpose. They want to set healthy boundaries, honor their needs, and build a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with their true selves. If it's the right time for you to reconnect with your voice, rediscover your values, and create a purposeful, empowered future reach out and connect with me.
Reaching from a Feminist theoretical perspective, I will meet you wherever you are on your journey.
Reaching from a Feminist theoretical perspective, I will meet you wherever you are on your journey.
Leese Hartman
Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC, EMDR, CCTP
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
I believe strongly in the mind-body connection, using tools and interventions from polyvagal, narrative, relational-cultural, and feminist theory.
If you've experienced trauma, if you are looking for relief from physical symptoms of stress and anxiety, or if you feel unseen or unheard in this world, I'd be honored to support you. I help my clients explore their life stories, the complexity of their relationships, and the implications of living in our current societal structure.
I believe strongly in the mind-body connection, using tools and interventions from polyvagal, narrative, relational-cultural, and feminist theory.
If you've experienced trauma, if you are looking for relief from physical symptoms of stress and anxiety, or if you feel unseen or unheard in this world, I'd be honored to support you. I help my clients explore their life stories, the complexity of their relationships, and the implications of living in our current societal structure.
Susie J. Balcom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
I practice from a relational and feminist framework, helping clients explore how relationships and societal structures influence healing and connection.
I’m a certified EMDR therapist and sexual assault counselor, currently pursuing certification in sex therapy. My approach integrates IFS/parts work, Gestalt techniques, yoga, expressive arts, and somatic therapy. As a sex-positive therapist, I create a judgment-free space for healing and exploration. I value insights from books and podcasts—let’s share recs!
I practice from a relational and feminist framework, helping clients explore how relationships and societal structures influence healing and connection.
I’m a certified EMDR therapist and sexual assault counselor, currently pursuing certification in sex therapy. My approach integrates IFS/parts work, Gestalt techniques, yoga, expressive arts, and somatic therapy. As a sex-positive therapist, I create a judgment-free space for healing and exploration. I value insights from books and podcasts—let’s share recs!
Meet Our Feminist Therapists
My approach encompasses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existentialist, and Feminist therapy interventions.
I feel the most important aspect of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. If we are able to create a genuine relationship that is grounded in authenticity and trust, we can further your understanding of yourself, your experiences, and how you engage with the world. I aim to help people by cultivating a safe environment where thoughts and emotions can be deeply felt, and where we can discover what steps you can take in your life that better align with your values. Through counseling, we can learn how to acknowledge thoughts, feelings, and past experiences without having them overwhelm us or define us.
My approach encompasses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existentialist, and Feminist therapy interventions.
I feel the most important aspect of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. If we are able to create a genuine relationship that is grounded in authenticity and trust, we can further your understanding of yourself, your experiences, and how you engage with the world. I aim to help people by cultivating a safe environment where thoughts and emotions can be deeply felt, and where we can discover what steps you can take in your life that better align with your values. Through counseling, we can learn how to acknowledge thoughts, feelings, and past experiences without having them overwhelm us or define us.
I believe great therapy is compassionate, person-centered, feminist, and trauma-informed.
Hi, I'm Kalem. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania and see clients virtually throughout the state. I work with neurodivergent individuals and families navigating anxious thoughts, low mood or energy, and understanding relationships as they relate to neurodiverse and neurotypical processing styles. As your therapist, my ultimate goal is to create a space where you can do the work for healing and growth.
I believe great therapy is compassionate, person-centered, feminist, and trauma-informed.
Hi, I'm Kalem. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania and see clients virtually throughout the state. I work with neurodivergent individuals and families navigating anxious thoughts, low mood or energy, and understanding relationships as they relate to neurodiverse and neurotypical processing styles. As your therapist, my ultimate goal is to create a space where you can do the work for healing and growth.
I continuously grow and strengthen my own integrative and decolonized approach, which is feminist and liberation-centered, trauma-informed, emotion-focused, considers attachment styles, challenges individualism by being relational and systemic, integrates the nervous system by bringing awareness and presence back into the body, and is influenced by Eastern and Indigenous philosophy.
Hello! My name is Olivia (she/they), I am an ethnically Slavic and racially white, queer, and neurodivergent therapist. The teens, adults, & couples I work with seek to grow into themselves and strengthen their community, understanding that our healing is interdependent with one another and nature. I am a commitment to challenging oppressive systems while helping reconnect with emotions, the body, your authentic self, and to build abundance in your life. Together, we’ll explore your experiences compassionately, step away from inherited generational cycles, and create a personalized plan to align with our core needs and values.
I continuously grow and strengthen my own integrative and decolonized approach, which is feminist and liberation-centered, trauma-informed, emotion-focused, considers attachment styles, challenges individualism by being relational and systemic, integrates the nervous system by bringing awareness and presence back into the body, and is influenced by Eastern and Indigenous philosophy.
Hello! My name is Olivia (she/they), I am an ethnically Slavic and racially white, queer, and neurodivergent therapist. The teens, adults, & couples I work with seek to grow into themselves and strengthen their community, understanding that our healing is interdependent with one another and nature. I am a commitment to challenging oppressive systems while helping reconnect with emotions, the body, your authentic self, and to build abundance in your life. Together, we’ll explore your experiences compassionately, step away from inherited generational cycles, and create a personalized plan to align with our core needs and values.
Daniel Gruner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Waitlist for new clients
I practice psychodynamic, feminist psychology.
Many come to therapy to change patterns of relating to others and themselves that they feel no longer serve them. I believe that these patterns, hard as they may be now, likely played some important role for you in the past. Perhaps addictions, habits, or defenses met otherwise unmet needs in your life, but now have become limiting and compulsive. I see myself as your partner in a process of deep listening, a process which facilitates growth, healing, and new possibilities for relating to your self and others. Specialties and modalities include: Clinical Hypnosis, gender therapy, trauma, addictions. Also see my group therapy option.
I practice psychodynamic, feminist psychology.
Many come to therapy to change patterns of relating to others and themselves that they feel no longer serve them. I believe that these patterns, hard as they may be now, likely played some important role for you in the past. Perhaps addictions, habits, or defenses met otherwise unmet needs in your life, but now have become limiting and compulsive. I see myself as your partner in a process of deep listening, a process which facilitates growth, healing, and new possibilities for relating to your self and others. Specialties and modalities include: Clinical Hypnosis, gender therapy, trauma, addictions. Also see my group therapy option.
I integrate Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal, Feminist, and Acceptance Commitment Therapies in my work.
INSTANT availability for Aetna and self-pay clients! Weekend morning appointments available! As your therapist, I recognize thoughts, feelings and emotions as a complex and natural part of the human experience. When we are able to respond to and understand these experiences as such, it is possible to become mindfully present, focused, and to cultivate healthy relationships. In our work together, I will help you explore the many parts of yourself and identify necessary tools to navigate life’s circumstances.
I integrate Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal, Feminist, and Acceptance Commitment Therapies in my work.
INSTANT availability for Aetna and self-pay clients! Weekend morning appointments available! As your therapist, I recognize thoughts, feelings and emotions as a complex and natural part of the human experience. When we are able to respond to and understand these experiences as such, it is possible to become mindfully present, focused, and to cultivate healthy relationships. In our work together, I will help you explore the many parts of yourself and identify necessary tools to navigate life’s circumstances.
I use an integrated trauma-informed, feminist, humanistic, psychoanalytic, relational, and existential approach to therapy that fosters openness and curiosity.
I utilize Interpersonal Process, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical-Behavioral, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to psychotherapy. I enjoy working with clients of any and every background, and have special interests in grief, trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, spirituality, and intersecting identities.
I use an integrated trauma-informed, feminist, humanistic, psychoanalytic, relational, and existential approach to therapy that fosters openness and curiosity.
I utilize Interpersonal Process, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical-Behavioral, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to psychotherapy. I enjoy working with clients of any and every background, and have special interests in grief, trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, spirituality, and intersecting identities.
I use a trauma informed lens and a non-judgmental framework in therapy that can include mindfulness, internal family systems (IFS), compassion focused, and feminist based theories focused on empowerment.
Currently accepting new clients! As a queer, trans, non-binary human I will offer my lived experience and clinical expertise where appropriate to provide a safe and affirming space. Not only for queer people, but anyone who has ever felt alone or ‘other’. I became a therapist because I know how hard it was for me to find a queer-competent and affirming mental healthcare provider when I needed it the most. I specialize working with people who struggle with complicated thoughts and feelings surrounding sexual health & wellness, intimacy, desire, sexuality, gender identity, trauma, and non-monogamous relationships.
I use a trauma informed lens and a non-judgmental framework in therapy that can include mindfulness, internal family systems (IFS), compassion focused, and feminist based theories focused on empowerment.
Currently accepting new clients! As a queer, trans, non-binary human I will offer my lived experience and clinical expertise where appropriate to provide a safe and affirming space. Not only for queer people, but anyone who has ever felt alone or ‘other’. I became a therapist because I know how hard it was for me to find a queer-competent and affirming mental healthcare provider when I needed it the most. I specialize working with people who struggle with complicated thoughts and feelings surrounding sexual health & wellness, intimacy, desire, sexuality, gender identity, trauma, and non-monogamous relationships.
Molly Gorzelsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
I use some elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), feminist theories, solution focused therapy, and the exploration of relationships and attachments.
My goal is for you to feel like you can be open & honest without fear of being judged, so that we may process your issues safely in a welcoming, empathetic, & accepting environment. Counseling with me is very collaborative and integrative. I am looking to work with people who want to make changes in their lives but need some guidance. In therapy we can explore how your experiences, relationships, thoughts, & feelings are impacting your daily functioning. I like honest communication about what you are or aren't getting out of therapy so we can address your needs & be sure we are meeting expectations.
I use some elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), feminist theories, solution focused therapy, and the exploration of relationships and attachments.
My goal is for you to feel like you can be open & honest without fear of being judged, so that we may process your issues safely in a welcoming, empathetic, & accepting environment. Counseling with me is very collaborative and integrative. I am looking to work with people who want to make changes in their lives but need some guidance. In therapy we can explore how your experiences, relationships, thoughts, & feelings are impacting your daily functioning. I like honest communication about what you are or aren't getting out of therapy so we can address your needs & be sure we are meeting expectations.
I will integrate aspects of interpersonal, feminist, and acceptance commitment therapy.
Now accepting clients for low cost, sliding scale services! Welcome! I am honored to help you take the next step of your journey. I am interested and curious about your needs and areas of concern. We will create a treatment plan reflective of your current stage of growth. This might include developing concrete coping skills, exploring issues from your past, or identifying choice point for living differently. Through an empowering relationship, my hope is to help you gain self-acceptance and clarity about your life situation.
I will integrate aspects of interpersonal, feminist, and acceptance commitment therapy.
Now accepting clients for low cost, sliding scale services! Welcome! I am honored to help you take the next step of your journey. I am interested and curious about your needs and areas of concern. We will create a treatment plan reflective of your current stage of growth. This might include developing concrete coping skills, exploring issues from your past, or identifying choice point for living differently. Through an empowering relationship, my hope is to help you gain self-acceptance and clarity about your life situation.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.