Ketamine-Assisted Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Telehealth available for clients in Colorado and Pennsylvania > My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, guided by compassion, and rooted in authenticity. I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen, supported, and safe enough to turn toward the parts of you that need care. I primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work in my practice. This approach helps you gently understand and connect with the different parts of yourself — especially the ones carrying trauma, fear, shame, or overwhelm. Rather than trying to “fix” you, we work to build a more compassionate relationship within, allowing healing to unfold.
Telehealth available for clients in Colorado and Pennsylvania > My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, guided by compassion, and rooted in authenticity. I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen, supported, and safe enough to turn toward the parts of you that need care. I primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work in my practice. This approach helps you gently understand and connect with the different parts of yourself — especially the ones carrying trauma, fear, shame, or overwhelm. Rather than trying to “fix” you, we work to build a more compassionate relationship within, allowing healing to unfold.
Trauma can affect us in ways we are not always aware of. Healing can help us in ways we never knew were possible. I am an EMDR Approved Consultant and EMDR certified therapist. I provide EMDR intensive therapy (only). EMDR intensives offer a unique and effective approach to therapy which promotes accelerated healing, reduction in mental health symptoms, and improved mental health outcomes. EMDR intensives are structured, research based, and work really well for people who cannot make a weekly commitment to the therapy process.
Trauma can affect us in ways we are not always aware of. Healing can help us in ways we never knew were possible. I am an EMDR Approved Consultant and EMDR certified therapist. I provide EMDR intensive therapy (only). EMDR intensives offer a unique and effective approach to therapy which promotes accelerated healing, reduction in mental health symptoms, and improved mental health outcomes. EMDR intensives are structured, research based, and work really well for people who cannot make a weekly commitment to the therapy process.
Susan Brookman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma can create a feeling within us that others won't accept us, see us or feel what we feel. It can leave us feeling scared, alone and judged. Life stressors can develop creating a mountain that seems too big to climb. Trauma can create a space where you don't have the words to describe what your are feeling and experiencing. You don't have to have the answers. Therapy is a journey of discovery and an experience of acceptance and safety. Healing occurs when we recognize where we have been and create new paths for our lives. I accompany people on their journey towards healing.
Trauma can create a feeling within us that others won't accept us, see us or feel what we feel. It can leave us feeling scared, alone and judged. Life stressors can develop creating a mountain that seems too big to climb. Trauma can create a space where you don't have the words to describe what your are feeling and experiencing. You don't have to have the answers. Therapy is a journey of discovery and an experience of acceptance and safety. Healing occurs when we recognize where we have been and create new paths for our lives. I accompany people on their journey towards healing.
Therapy for the ones who feel too much, think too fast, and know they’re meant for more.
You’ve survived things no one knows how to name. You’re smart, sensitive, maybe even a little weird (in the best way). You’ve tried to hold it all together, but something’s cracking—and maybe that’s good. You’re looking for healing that’s real, not robotic. You want therapy that makes sense, helps you grow, and maybe even laugh sometimes. You want someone who gets it—who sees your fire and your shadows. You’re not just looking to “cope.” You’re here to transform.
Therapy for the ones who feel too much, think too fast, and know they’re meant for more.
You’ve survived things no one knows how to name. You’re smart, sensitive, maybe even a little weird (in the best way). You’ve tried to hold it all together, but something’s cracking—and maybe that’s good. You’re looking for healing that’s real, not robotic. You want therapy that makes sense, helps you grow, and maybe even laugh sometimes. You want someone who gets it—who sees your fire and your shadows. You’re not just looking to “cope.” You’re here to transform.
I also provide preparation and integration for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware, and tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns. They may be dealing with anxiety, low mood, relationship stress, or a general sense of disconnection, even while functioning well on the outside. Often, they’re motivated to change but unsure what will actually help, and want a space to slow things down, make sense of their experience, and move forward in a way that feels grounded and real.
I also provide preparation and integration for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware, and tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns. They may be dealing with anxiety, low mood, relationship stress, or a general sense of disconnection, even while functioning well on the outside. Often, they’re motivated to change but unsure what will actually help, and want a space to slow things down, make sense of their experience, and move forward in a way that feels grounded and real.
As a Licensed Therapist I believe there is great value in a curious and non-judgmental exploration of our feelings, thoughts, actions in the presence of another person. I value the collaborative therapeutic relationship, using authenticity and humor within the therapy process. Together we will explore habits, beliefs, physical manifestations, limitations and the underlying issues that keep you stuck in patterns that restrict your capacity to enjoy the quality of life you desire. I welcome all genders, sexual orientations, races, nationalities, and have a strong commitment to trauma-informed care.
As a Licensed Therapist I believe there is great value in a curious and non-judgmental exploration of our feelings, thoughts, actions in the presence of another person. I value the collaborative therapeutic relationship, using authenticity and humor within the therapy process. Together we will explore habits, beliefs, physical manifestations, limitations and the underlying issues that keep you stuck in patterns that restrict your capacity to enjoy the quality of life you desire. I welcome all genders, sexual orientations, races, nationalities, and have a strong commitment to trauma-informed care.
For ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and guiding of your past expanded state of consciousness, I work under a different supervisor and company - please inquire!
Ketamine-Asissted, EMDR, Psychedelic-Support, Experiential / Gestalt backed by somatics and Parts Work / IFS. My practice is founded in a transpersonal, mind-body-spirit philosophy of healing and I believe all these components as well as your connections with others, your environment, self, and your Divine are all inextricable linked – all components must be considered and approached with love and grace. I am trauma-competent and also use mindfulness, CBT / DBT, movement, and music to help you find a container of healing that works for you. I specialize in deep dive reprocessing.
For ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and guiding of your past expanded state of consciousness, I work under a different supervisor and company - please inquire!
Ketamine-Asissted, EMDR, Psychedelic-Support, Experiential / Gestalt backed by somatics and Parts Work / IFS. My practice is founded in a transpersonal, mind-body-spirit philosophy of healing and I believe all these components as well as your connections with others, your environment, self, and your Divine are all inextricable linked – all components must be considered and approached with love and grace. I am trauma-competent and also use mindfulness, CBT / DBT, movement, and music to help you find a container of healing that works for you. I specialize in deep dive reprocessing.
Lucent Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
We know that life can be very difficult, and are honored to help you through big transitions, unexpected or chronic illness, loss of a loved one, 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 expert tools and 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.
We know that life can be very difficult, and are honored to help you through big transitions, unexpected or chronic illness, loss of a loved one, 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 expert tools and 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.
We utilize a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, from CBT to EMDR & Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services in Pittsburgh and throughout Pennsylvania. CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
We utilize a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, from CBT to EMDR & Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services in Pittsburgh and throughout Pennsylvania. CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming and isolating, especially when navigating complex emotions, societal pressures, or systemic inequities. You may feel caught between who you are and who the world expects you to be, longing for relief from chronic stress or a deeper connection to yourself. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer psychotherapy and the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), available within therapy or as a standalone, polyvagal-informed, listening-based service that supports nervous system regulation, emotional safety, and connection.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming and isolating, especially when navigating complex emotions, societal pressures, or systemic inequities. You may feel caught between who you are and who the world expects you to be, longing for relief from chronic stress or a deeper connection to yourself. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer psychotherapy and the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), available within therapy or as a standalone, polyvagal-informed, listening-based service that supports nervous system regulation, emotional safety, and connection.
Interventions I use are EMDR, cognitive therapies, relational interventions, the Grief Recovery Method, trauma-informed practices, skill building, mindfulness, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and more.
Life can come with challenges that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, or uncertain about the path ahead. Do you experience anxiety, depression, trauma, loss of a sense of self, difficulty setting boundaries, shame, challenges with effective ways to communicate or grief? Are you navigating a life transition or facing relationship or family challenges that are impacting your well-being, motivation, sense of direction, or ability to experience emotions like happiness, contentment, or peace? You are not alone. Would you like some support in sorting through things, learning new skills, having insights and creating positive change?
Interventions I use are EMDR, cognitive therapies, relational interventions, the Grief Recovery Method, trauma-informed practices, skill building, mindfulness, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and more.
Life can come with challenges that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, or uncertain about the path ahead. Do you experience anxiety, depression, trauma, loss of a sense of self, difficulty setting boundaries, shame, challenges with effective ways to communicate or grief? Are you navigating a life transition or facing relationship or family challenges that are impacting your well-being, motivation, sense of direction, or ability to experience emotions like happiness, contentment, or peace? You are not alone. Would you like some support in sorting through things, learning new skills, having insights and creating positive change?
ADHD and Anxiety Therapy Day One Counseling,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome to Day One Counseling. We are a group practice specializing in treating anxiety disorders, ADHD, womens issues, self-esteem, and trauma. Our ideal clients are eager to improve, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed and anxious about their life and decisions related to it.
Welcome to Day One Counseling. We are a group practice specializing in treating anxiety disorders, ADHD, womens issues, self-esteem, and trauma. Our ideal clients are eager to improve, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed and anxious about their life and decisions related to it.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and Pennsylvania that has experience working with people that suffer from substance use disorders. I am a credentialed interventionist in long term recovery. I service clients all over the country on a virtual platform. I've been in Senior Leadership roles in multiple treatment centers as a Clinical/Executive Director. I have also started a virtual support group for Professionals - that is a 10 week curriculum. Please see flyer below:
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and Pennsylvania that has experience working with people that suffer from substance use disorders. I am a credentialed interventionist in long term recovery. I service clients all over the country on a virtual platform. I've been in Senior Leadership roles in multiple treatment centers as a Clinical/Executive Director. I have also started a virtual support group for Professionals - that is a 10 week curriculum. Please see flyer below:
What brings you to seek therapy is personal, important, and deserving of attention. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space to learn, grow, and share. I support adults as they confront transformation and change, such as relationship issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to illness. I have extensive experience helping people cultivate and maintain recovery from using substances.
What brings you to seek therapy is personal, important, and deserving of attention. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space to learn, grow, and share. I support adults as they confront transformation and change, such as relationship issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to illness. I have extensive experience helping people cultivate and maintain recovery from using substances.
I offer an integrative approach utilizing mindfulness-based approaches, ACT, IFS, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Ideally, I am committed to helping others who are committed to themselves, and to those who are willing to courageously embark on a journey to become the best version of themselves they can possibly be. Clients come to me with a variety of concerns, and I function from an integrative approach to meet clients wherever they may be. It is my strong belief that concerns don't define people; identity is a verb.
I offer an integrative approach utilizing mindfulness-based approaches, ACT, IFS, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Ideally, I am committed to helping others who are committed to themselves, and to those who are willing to courageously embark on a journey to become the best version of themselves they can possibly be. Clients come to me with a variety of concerns, and I function from an integrative approach to meet clients wherever they may be. It is my strong belief that concerns don't define people; identity is a verb.
I am a Certified Level 2 Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) and Certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner who offers Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) as well as Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP); along with many other modalities!
Reigle Therapeutics Group uses virtual and office based services to meet your every day needs! We provide psychotherapeutic support to Adults and Adolescents in individual, couples, or family settings as well as specialize in psychotherapeutic support to First Responders, Veterans/Military and Healthcare Workers trying to manage the personal and professional impacts of the work they do.
I am a Certified Level 2 Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) and Certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner who offers Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) as well as Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP); along with many other modalities!
Reigle Therapeutics Group uses virtual and office based services to meet your every day needs! We provide psychotherapeutic support to Adults and Adolescents in individual, couples, or family settings as well as specialize in psychotherapeutic support to First Responders, Veterans/Military and Healthcare Workers trying to manage the personal and professional impacts of the work they do.
Hello and welcome! I am glad you're here. Adjusting to the stressors that life is sending your way can feel like an isolating (and overwhelming) process. Sometimes it is hard to know what next steps to take. Sometimes it is scary to try new ways of being. Sometimes we get in our own way. And sometimes it is good to talk about these things with someone who is on your side.
Hello and welcome! I am glad you're here. Adjusting to the stressors that life is sending your way can feel like an isolating (and overwhelming) process. Sometimes it is hard to know what next steps to take. Sometimes it is scary to try new ways of being. Sometimes we get in our own way. And sometimes it is good to talk about these things with someone who is on your side.
Hi! My name is Shira Collings (she/they). I am a feminist, neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, fat affirming, and disability justice aligned therapist. I am passionate about supporting people in living a life that is aligned with their true values, and healing from both external and internalized oppression that may be impacting their well-being. I strive to create a space in which clients can express their full, authentic selves and share their stories without shame or judgment. I regularly incorporate mindfulness, self-compassion, expressive arts, philosophy and pop culture, and self-advocacy skills into my approach.
Hi! My name is Shira Collings (she/they). I am a feminist, neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, fat affirming, and disability justice aligned therapist. I am passionate about supporting people in living a life that is aligned with their true values, and healing from both external and internalized oppression that may be impacting their well-being. I strive to create a space in which clients can express their full, authentic selves and share their stories without shame or judgment. I regularly incorporate mindfulness, self-compassion, expressive arts, philosophy and pop culture, and self-advocacy skills into my approach.
If you have found your way here, it is because you are searching for something...an answer to a question which has plagued you for some time, a way through an acute pain you are experiencing, a path toward a more meaningful existence, a deeper connection to yourself or loved ones. Perhaps you have tried talk therapy in the past. Maybe it has even been helpful. But you are ready for something different. As an IFS therapist and psychedelic integration coach, I work with people interested in moving beyond the confines of the mind to attend to all aspects of their rich and complex inner worlds.
If you have found your way here, it is because you are searching for something...an answer to a question which has plagued you for some time, a way through an acute pain you are experiencing, a path toward a more meaningful existence, a deeper connection to yourself or loved ones. Perhaps you have tried talk therapy in the past. Maybe it has even been helpful. But you are ready for something different. As an IFS therapist and psychedelic integration coach, I work with people interested in moving beyond the confines of the mind to attend to all aspects of their rich and complex inner worlds.
Little House Counseling - April Oswalt, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
"Stop worrying". "Just go do something fun and you will feel better". "Everything will be ok". "What do you have to be anxious/depressed/angry about?"
We have heard well meaning people say those things to us too, and we don't find them very helpful either. Maybe it's time to talk to someone who really gets you.
We have had struggles with PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and bad relationships too. We can relate. From rebuilding after a bad situation, to finding out who you are, to overcoming symptoms, we have the tools to help!
We believe the power is already in you, and we can help you find it.
"Stop worrying". "Just go do something fun and you will feel better". "Everything will be ok". "What do you have to be anxious/depressed/angry about?"
We have heard well meaning people say those things to us too, and we don't find them very helpful either. Maybe it's time to talk to someone who really gets you.
We have had struggles with PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and bad relationships too. We can relate. From rebuilding after a bad situation, to finding out who you are, to overcoming symptoms, we have the tools to help!
We believe the power is already in you, and we can help you find it.
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Ketamine-Assisted Therapists
What is Ketamine-Assisted Therapy?
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is a treatment method that involves using ketamine’s trance-inducing and pain-relieving properties to help individuals work through various mental and emotional challenges.
Why is Ketamine used for depression?
Ketamine is employed to treat depression, particularly when other treatments have failed, due to its unique, rapid-acting relief of depressive symptoms and its ability to enhance neural plasticity. Unlike conventional antidepressants, which may take weeks to be effective, ketamine can alleviate symptoms within hours, making it especially valuable for severe or suicidal depression. It acts by blocking NMDA receptors, subsequently promoting the release of neurotrophic factors like BDNF, which aid in the formation of new synaptic connections, fostering neural resilience and reducing depressive symptoms. The psychotropic and dissociative effects of ketamine also provide a therapeutic window for patients to explore and reframe distressing thoughts and emotions under guided supervision, potentially resolving underlying psychological contributors to depression. While its use can be transformative, it necessitates cautious administration in controlled settings due to potential side effects and abuse risks.
How is Ketamine used in Psychotherapy
Ketamine can be utilized in therapy to facilitate psychological healing and transformation, particularly in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. When administered in controlled, subanesthetic doses, it induces altered states of consciousness, allowing individuals to access and explore suppressed or unconscious thoughts, emotions, and memories. This dissociative state creates a therapeutic window where patients, guided by a trained psychotherapist, can work through traumatic experiences, reframe negative thought patterns, and address the emotional roots of their mental health challenges. The synergistic combination of ketamine’s psychotropic effects and psychotherapeutic intervention aims to promote lasting change, enhance self-awareness, and improve overall mental well-being, providing a valuable option for those with treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
What happens in Ketamine therapy?
In ketamine psychotherapy, patients undergo a series of sessions where they receive controlled doses of ketamine, typically via injection or infusion, under the supervision of a trained healthcare provider. Ketamine induces a trance-like or altered state of consciousness, which enables patients to access and explore deep-seated thoughts, emotions, and memories that are typically unconscious or inaccessible. Throughout this altered state, a trained psychotherapist guides the patient to help them process their experiences, offering support and intervention to help the individual address and reframe traumatic memories or negative thought patterns. This combination of pharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches aims to create lasting positive changes in mental health and well-being by resolving underlying psychological issues and enhancing the individual's coping mechanisms and resilience. The process can be particularly beneficial for individuals dealing with treatment-resistant mental health conditions like severe depression, anxiety, and PTSD.