In Person Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
My ideal client is a woman experiencing anxiety, stress, or a significant life transition who feels overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or uncertain about her next steps. She is often seeking space to slow down, make sense of what she’s experiencing, and feel more grounded and steady in herself. She may find herself overthinking, struggling with self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from her usual sense of confidence. Her goals typically include improving emotional regulation, increasing self-understanding, and feeling more confident, balanced, and connected in navigating daily life.
My ideal client is a woman experiencing anxiety, stress, or a significant life transition who feels overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or uncertain about her next steps. She is often seeking space to slow down, make sense of what she’s experiencing, and feel more grounded and steady in herself. She may find herself overthinking, struggling with self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from her usual sense of confidence. Her goals typically include improving emotional regulation, increasing self-understanding, and feeling more confident, balanced, and connected in navigating daily life.
Ascend Integrative Counseling & Holistic Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Things may get overwhelming and a person may need to explore ways to manage a particular stressor. Another may desire to work on long-term challenges, emotions, or relationship concerns. Ascend therapists have worked with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly in both medical and therapeutic settings in the Pittsburgh area, over the past 27 years. We utilize a strength-based perspective that recognizes and seeks to ignite the inner strength that each individual possesses. We customize and personalize your services to facilitate an increase in mood, functioning, and well-being; to take you to a higher level.
Things may get overwhelming and a person may need to explore ways to manage a particular stressor. Another may desire to work on long-term challenges, emotions, or relationship concerns. Ascend therapists have worked with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly in both medical and therapeutic settings in the Pittsburgh area, over the past 27 years. We utilize a strength-based perspective that recognizes and seeks to ignite the inner strength that each individual possesses. We customize and personalize your services to facilitate an increase in mood, functioning, and well-being; to take you to a higher level.
We are a charitable nonprofit serving individuals, couples, and families in your community. We serve neighbors of all ages and backgrounds. We are a reliable place to turn for professional support addressing everyday issues and challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, trauma, abuse, anger, peer pressure, marriage/family problems, and parenting difficulties.
We are a charitable nonprofit serving individuals, couples, and families in your community. We serve neighbors of all ages and backgrounds. We are a reliable place to turn for professional support addressing everyday issues and challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, trauma, abuse, anger, peer pressure, marriage/family problems, and parenting difficulties.
Empowered Empathy: Counseling & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
We offer in-person sessions at our Regent Square office and telehealth across Pennsylvania.
You deserve to love your life.
At Empowered Empathy: Counseling & Wellness, a Pittsburgh-based group practice, healing is personal, collaborative, and rooted in who you are and how to get you to where you want to be. With decades of combined clinical experience across private practice and community mental health, our team of licensed clinicians brings deep expertise and genuine compassion to every client we serve.
We invite you to join us for what is more than just an appointment on your calendar: A compassionate, collaborative therapeutic partnership rooted in what makes you, YOU.
Empower yourself, to write a new chapter.
We offer in-person sessions at our Regent Square office and telehealth across Pennsylvania.
You deserve to love your life.
At Empowered Empathy: Counseling & Wellness, a Pittsburgh-based group practice, healing is personal, collaborative, and rooted in who you are and how to get you to where you want to be. With decades of combined clinical experience across private practice and community mental health, our team of licensed clinicians brings deep expertise and genuine compassion to every client we serve.
We invite you to join us for what is more than just an appointment on your calendar: A compassionate, collaborative therapeutic partnership rooted in what makes you, YOU.
Empower yourself, to write a new chapter.
"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." These are wise words from Carl Rogers, one of my biggest influences. My approach with clients comes from years of direct work with children, adolescents, families, and adults. Providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere is what I strive for as we create a therapeutic alliance and work through difficulties that you are facing. We will work together and address your concerns by focusing on your strengths and setting up goals that we will achieve with evidence-based practices.
"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." These are wise words from Carl Rogers, one of my biggest influences. My approach with clients comes from years of direct work with children, adolescents, families, and adults. Providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere is what I strive for as we create a therapeutic alliance and work through difficulties that you are facing. We will work together and address your concerns by focusing on your strengths and setting up goals that we will achieve with evidence-based practices.
I’m interested in working with clients who are in search of deep emotional, mental, and spiritual healing. You can expect our sessions together to consider your past, and to process the impact of those experiences on your present day life. Almost everyone is impacted by distressing or traumatic events that inevitably occur throughout a lifetime, so those experiences will be explored and processed, as well. Our work together will be a blended effort of focusing on what is important to you, and my curiosity and guidance throughout your process.
I’m interested in working with clients who are in search of deep emotional, mental, and spiritual healing. You can expect our sessions together to consider your past, and to process the impact of those experiences on your present day life. Almost everyone is impacted by distressing or traumatic events that inevitably occur throughout a lifetime, so those experiences will be explored and processed, as well. Our work together will be a blended effort of focusing on what is important to you, and my curiosity and guidance throughout your process.
The Sunday night dread, the weight of a past that won’t stay in the past, or the feeling that your relationships are "complex" in ways most people don't understand—you don’t have to carry these alone. Whether you are navigating the nuances of alternative relationship structures, exploring your LGBTQIA2S+ identity, or dealing with the unique isolation of relocation and immigration, I provide a secure, affirming space where your whole self is welcome.
The Sunday night dread, the weight of a past that won’t stay in the past, or the feeling that your relationships are "complex" in ways most people don't understand—you don’t have to carry these alone. Whether you are navigating the nuances of alternative relationship structures, exploring your LGBTQIA2S+ identity, or dealing with the unique isolation of relocation and immigration, I provide a secure, affirming space where your whole self is welcome.
I believe that individuals are doing the best that they can given the skills and resources that they have available to them. It is my job as a therapist to educate, support and guide my clients on their journey to self discovery and growth. It's important to me to focus on my clients strengths and what is important to them. I am a firm believer in meeting a client where they are. Be gentle with yourself, you are doing the best you can. Nothing takes more courage than putting yourself back together.
I believe that individuals are doing the best that they can given the skills and resources that they have available to them. It is my job as a therapist to educate, support and guide my clients on their journey to self discovery and growth. It's important to me to focus on my clients strengths and what is important to them. I am a firm believer in meeting a client where they are. Be gentle with yourself, you are doing the best you can. Nothing takes more courage than putting yourself back together.
There are times when we become aware that our mental health isn't where it needs to be. Life happens to us, and it becomes hard to feel that we have what it takes to manage or deal with it all. Unmanaged symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD are just a few that can make you feel as though you are stuck in an unwanted place in your life. Some people feel too strong to ask for help, while others can't help but to hide and isolate in efforts to escape. No matter where you are in your journey, it is important to know that you have options to get from where you are to where you want to be.
There are times when we become aware that our mental health isn't where it needs to be. Life happens to us, and it becomes hard to feel that we have what it takes to manage or deal with it all. Unmanaged symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD are just a few that can make you feel as though you are stuck in an unwanted place in your life. Some people feel too strong to ask for help, while others can't help but to hide and isolate in efforts to escape. No matter where you are in your journey, it is important to know that you have options to get from where you are to where you want to be.
I offer both virtual and in-person sessions however in-person sessions are only on Sundays!
Life changes and transitions can be difficult to experience, especially alone. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I will meet you where you are and sit with you in what you are experiencing. Together we can define your goals, discover your strengths, explore meaning and any possible resolutions.
I offer both virtual and in-person sessions however in-person sessions are only on Sundays!
Life changes and transitions can be difficult to experience, especially alone. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I will meet you where you are and sit with you in what you are experiencing. Together we can define your goals, discover your strengths, explore meaning and any possible resolutions.
My work centers on meeting clients where they are, honoring their strengths, and walking alongside them as they grow through difficult moments.
My work centers on meeting clients where they are, honoring their strengths, and walking alongside them as they grow through difficult moments.
I am available for meeting either in-person or virtually, and can make house visits depending on situation.
As a counselor and music therapist, I have over 15 years experience supporting adults moving through life transitions such as grief & loss, identity development, relationship/couples growth, and career change. These transitions can be springboards for deep meaning-making when embraced as important developmental curves. Through a conversational approach that integrates Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, motivational interviewing, and humanism, you will be received as a whole person as we work towards empowering you to make values-based decisions for your future goals. I also provide supervision for counselors working towards their LPC.
I am available for meeting either in-person or virtually, and can make house visits depending on situation.
As a counselor and music therapist, I have over 15 years experience supporting adults moving through life transitions such as grief & loss, identity development, relationship/couples growth, and career change. These transitions can be springboards for deep meaning-making when embraced as important developmental curves. Through a conversational approach that integrates Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, motivational interviewing, and humanism, you will be received as a whole person as we work towards empowering you to make values-based decisions for your future goals. I also provide supervision for counselors working towards their LPC.
We offer in person and telehealth Mental Health Counseling.
Hello, I'm Ashley. I provide therapy for children, teens, adults and families. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship challenges, using evidence-based practices like Trauma- Focused CBT alongside creative approaches such as art therapy. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered to build resilience, improve relationships and move toward healing.
I am best positioned to serve children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed by life's challenges but are motivated to find healthier ways of coping.
We offer in person and telehealth Mental Health Counseling.
Hello, I'm Ashley. I provide therapy for children, teens, adults and families. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship challenges, using evidence-based practices like Trauma- Focused CBT alongside creative approaches such as art therapy. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered to build resilience, improve relationships and move toward healing.
I am best positioned to serve children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed by life's challenges but are motivated to find healthier ways of coping.
I have both remote and in-person availability (my remote availability is very flexible).
Maybe chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma has your nervous system stuck on high alert. Maybe your past experiences show up now as hypervigilance, tension, irritability, fatigue, insomnia, or shutting down. Maybe you're managing burnout, depression, relationship struggles, or patterns you just can't seem to shake. Maybe you're tired of merely surviving and have some hope of finally starting to feel different. With a background in social justice, many of my clients are queer, neurodivergent, activists, and others for whom identity, politics, and systemic context are part of their story.
I have both remote and in-person availability (my remote availability is very flexible).
Maybe chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma has your nervous system stuck on high alert. Maybe your past experiences show up now as hypervigilance, tension, irritability, fatigue, insomnia, or shutting down. Maybe you're managing burnout, depression, relationship struggles, or patterns you just can't seem to shake. Maybe you're tired of merely surviving and have some hope of finally starting to feel different. With a background in social justice, many of my clients are queer, neurodivergent, activists, and others for whom identity, politics, and systemic context are part of their story.
Together, we'll create a schedule that works for you-whether it's weekly or bi-weekly, in person or online.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with clients of all ages, from kids as young as 4 to elderly individuals. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate the challenges life brings. My experience includes working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and more. I strive to meet you where you are and help you reach your full potential. I earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
Together, we'll create a schedule that works for you-whether it's weekly or bi-weekly, in person or online.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with clients of all ages, from kids as young as 4 to elderly individuals. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate the challenges life brings. My experience includes working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and more. I strive to meet you where you are and help you reach your full potential. I earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
Hey there, I'm Michelle! My approach to therapy is relational and collaborative, meaning you and I both work together toward your healing. Once we've established a foundation of trust, my style leans creative and playful, as I believe the role of laughter is often undervalued in the therapeutic process. Our struggles aren't silly, but we human beings often are. Many clients enter treatment expecting tears, and they usually show up, but joy is equally powerful and cathartic. A major component of my job is to give you a safe place to feel ALL your feelings, process them, and ultimately find some balance in your human experience.
Hey there, I'm Michelle! My approach to therapy is relational and collaborative, meaning you and I both work together toward your healing. Once we've established a foundation of trust, my style leans creative and playful, as I believe the role of laughter is often undervalued in the therapeutic process. Our struggles aren't silly, but we human beings often are. Many clients enter treatment expecting tears, and they usually show up, but joy is equally powerful and cathartic. A major component of my job is to give you a safe place to feel ALL your feelings, process them, and ultimately find some balance in your human experience.
I am a State Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing therapy services in the state of PA for over 30 years. I have worked in various settings and feel comfortable addressing issues related to mood difficulties, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma or transitional concerns. I enjoy working with individuals 14 and older, especially adults and women. Regardless of what difficulty you may be facing, the first step to change is awareness. My focus in therapy is to create a safe, comfortable and relaxed setting for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in order to create a plan for change.
I am a State Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing therapy services in the state of PA for over 30 years. I have worked in various settings and feel comfortable addressing issues related to mood difficulties, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma or transitional concerns. I enjoy working with individuals 14 and older, especially adults and women. Regardless of what difficulty you may be facing, the first step to change is awareness. My focus in therapy is to create a safe, comfortable and relaxed setting for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in order to create a plan for change.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or simply looking for support and guidance, my goal is to create a genuine and supportive space where you feel safe exploring your thoughts and emotions. I believe meaningful connection is at the heart of growth and healing, and I work collaboratively with clients to foster trust, self-discovery, and lasting change.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or simply looking for support and guidance, my goal is to create a genuine and supportive space where you feel safe exploring your thoughts and emotions. I believe meaningful connection is at the heart of growth and healing, and I work collaboratively with clients to foster trust, self-discovery, and lasting change.
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, and adults at Open Gate Therapeutics. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Duquesne University and my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. I have worked across multiple levels of care since 2019.
I am trained trained in EMDR and TF-CBT and integrates CBT, DBT, and ACT to tailor treatment to each client’s needs. I am deeply passionate about helping clients strengthen their voice, understand how their experiences shape their present, and build skills for lasting emotional regulation and growth.
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, and adults at Open Gate Therapeutics. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Duquesne University and my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. I have worked across multiple levels of care since 2019.
I am trained trained in EMDR and TF-CBT and integrates CBT, DBT, and ACT to tailor treatment to each client’s needs. I am deeply passionate about helping clients strengthen their voice, understand how their experiences shape their present, and build skills for lasting emotional regulation and growth.
I prefer to meet with you in person, and I also incorporate teletherapy as needed.
Daytime openings available. I am a licensed psychologist and I provide treatment for adults who are struggling with overwhelming painful emotions, a nagging sense of stuckness, or other unwanted experiences such as depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, development issues, relationship problems, trauma, bereavement, women's issues. I also work with people who are feeling generally good but are looking to "fine tune" some aspect of their lives that they sense could be more satisfying.
I prefer to meet with you in person, and I also incorporate teletherapy as needed.
Daytime openings available. I am a licensed psychologist and I provide treatment for adults who are struggling with overwhelming painful emotions, a nagging sense of stuckness, or other unwanted experiences such as depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, development issues, relationship problems, trauma, bereavement, women's issues. I also work with people who are feeling generally good but are looking to "fine tune" some aspect of their lives that they sense could be more satisfying.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.