Women's Issues Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or simply off, you’re in the right place. I work with individuals who are ready for meaningful, lasting change, people navigating the stress of parenting, the weight of anxiety and depression, the challenges of ADHD, or the desire to reconnect with their true selves. Because therapy isn’t about “fixing” you, it’s about remembering who you are, beneath the noise.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or simply off, you’re in the right place. I work with individuals who are ready for meaningful, lasting change, people navigating the stress of parenting, the weight of anxiety and depression, the challenges of ADHD, or the desire to reconnect with their true selves. Because therapy isn’t about “fixing” you, it’s about remembering who you are, beneath the noise.
With a specialization in women’s issues, I approach therapy in a down-to-earth and relational way. I believe therapy is a sacred, deeply human process that grows out of connection, care, and presence. My approach is holistic and grounded, offering a warm space to explore what’s unfolding in your life. I enjoy working with women as they move through the seasons of life, whether you’re reconnecting with yourself, navigating the realities of motherhood, exploring relationships, or seeking a greater sense of balance and fulfillment in your life.
With a specialization in women’s issues, I approach therapy in a down-to-earth and relational way. I believe therapy is a sacred, deeply human process that grows out of connection, care, and presence. My approach is holistic and grounded, offering a warm space to explore what’s unfolding in your life. I enjoy working with women as they move through the seasons of life, whether you’re reconnecting with yourself, navigating the realities of motherhood, exploring relationships, or seeking a greater sense of balance and fulfillment in your life.
I partner with clients to uncover their strengths and increase their daily functioning. My education and experience have focused on supporting teens, college students, couples, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and motivation challenges. I take a strength-based and trauma-informed approach, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs.
When working with me, you can expect empathy, reflective listening, and evidence-based techniques such as Solution-Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you move toward your goals.
I partner with clients to uncover their strengths and increase their daily functioning. My education and experience have focused on supporting teens, college students, couples, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and motivation challenges. I take a strength-based and trauma-informed approach, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs.
When working with me, you can expect empathy, reflective listening, and evidence-based techniques such as Solution-Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you move toward your goals.
Lynn Salsbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is to help individuals see the best in themselves. I inspire with an easy going, caring style to create a supportive environment. Our daily lives can be overwhelming with too many commitments and lacking in emotional support. Too often we feel unheard; our thoughts are clouded in self criticism; and we are stuck in patterns that are self defeating. I provide an integrative approach to treatment allowing you to share your story, develop healthy and supportive thoughts, and create a lifestyle that supports your mind and body.
My passion is to help individuals see the best in themselves. I inspire with an easy going, caring style to create a supportive environment. Our daily lives can be overwhelming with too many commitments and lacking in emotional support. Too often we feel unheard; our thoughts are clouded in self criticism; and we are stuck in patterns that are self defeating. I provide an integrative approach to treatment allowing you to share your story, develop healthy and supportive thoughts, and create a lifestyle that supports your mind and body.
If you are struggling to balance career and relationships; If you want to explore your complex family dynamics; if you're curious about the ways in which physical and emotional well-being are part of the same fabric, I would love to support you in this work.
If you are struggling to balance career and relationships; If you want to explore your complex family dynamics; if you're curious about the ways in which physical and emotional well-being are part of the same fabric, I would love to support you in this work.
Asking for help or support can be scary. Making that step to get therapy takes a great deal of strength. Therapy gives people the opportunity to develop effective and healthy responses to life's stressors. I work to create a safe holding environment to allow you to feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients to help them develop awareness over their behaviors, thoughts, patterns, and feelings. I like to get to the source rather than just focus on the symptoms. I also provide clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure.
Asking for help or support can be scary. Making that step to get therapy takes a great deal of strength. Therapy gives people the opportunity to develop effective and healthy responses to life's stressors. I work to create a safe holding environment to allow you to feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients to help them develop awareness over their behaviors, thoughts, patterns, and feelings. I like to get to the source rather than just focus on the symptoms. I also provide clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure.
I specialize in lgbtqia issues, women's issues, and identity concerns.
Welcome- I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for help takes courage- and therapy can be a place to better understand yourself and to heal from difficult experiences. We can begin creating the life and relationships you want. Since 2021, my practice is built on a passion to supporting client growth- those recovering from trauma, individuals exploring identity and life transitions, and couples working to rebuild trust and strengthen connection. As a therapist who identifies as a lesbian, I’m committed to offering an affirming, supportive space where you can show up authentically and feel understood.
I specialize in lgbtqia issues, women's issues, and identity concerns.
Welcome- I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for help takes courage- and therapy can be a place to better understand yourself and to heal from difficult experiences. We can begin creating the life and relationships you want. Since 2021, my practice is built on a passion to supporting client growth- those recovering from trauma, individuals exploring identity and life transitions, and couples working to rebuild trust and strengthen connection. As a therapist who identifies as a lesbian, I’m committed to offering an affirming, supportive space where you can show up authentically and feel understood.
Getting older and slowly realizing that you're struggling, but keeping the ship afloat for everyone else. Talking with your family and dealing with the emotional hangover of realizing how messed up that comment was. Buying yourself into debt and realizing that all this stuff doesn't actually make you happy. Don't go through this alone, because you are not! Life is complicated, and growing up with family who are emotionally immature, suffer from trauma, or severe mental illness can be a lifelong journey of discovering yourself, healing, and learning to thrive.
Getting older and slowly realizing that you're struggling, but keeping the ship afloat for everyone else. Talking with your family and dealing with the emotional hangover of realizing how messed up that comment was. Buying yourself into debt and realizing that all this stuff doesn't actually make you happy. Don't go through this alone, because you are not! Life is complicated, and growing up with family who are emotionally immature, suffer from trauma, or severe mental illness can be a lifelong journey of discovering yourself, healing, and learning to thrive.
Hello! I'm so glad that we are crossing paths. Making the decision to start therapy or change providers can be difficult. Change is hard and scary but you're here. It is my biggest hope that you connect with someone who works well with you and that you get some relief from the therapeutic process. Let me tell you a little about me so that you can decide if I will be a good fit for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in mental health care. I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, agencies and private practice.
Hello! I'm so glad that we are crossing paths. Making the decision to start therapy or change providers can be difficult. Change is hard and scary but you're here. It is my biggest hope that you connect with someone who works well with you and that you get some relief from the therapeutic process. Let me tell you a little about me so that you can decide if I will be a good fit for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in mental health care. I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, agencies and private practice.
Life can present us with challenging and stressful situations. And yet, "We are made to persist. That is how we find out who we are"-Tobias Wolff. This philosophy provides the reassurance that each person has the power and potential to surpass many difficult situations. In therapeutic practice, I work with clients to identify and cultivate their innate strengths and resources, inspiring positive change and a more meaningful, rewarding life.
Life can present us with challenging and stressful situations. And yet, "We are made to persist. That is how we find out who we are"-Tobias Wolff. This philosophy provides the reassurance that each person has the power and potential to surpass many difficult situations. In therapeutic practice, I work with clients to identify and cultivate their innate strengths and resources, inspiring positive change and a more meaningful, rewarding life.
JaneAnna Galli Lighthouse Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH, RPT-S
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
For over twenty years I have been working within the field of Individual and Family Intervention. My education in Masters of Arts in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary which is now referred to as Missio Seminary has provided me with the ability to help so many. I am certified in child sexual abuse treatment through Widener University and Family Support Line. For the last 15 years I have been a member in good standing with AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors). Biblically based counseling with the intention to glorify God while helping others to navigate through life's challenges has always been my priority.
For over twenty years I have been working within the field of Individual and Family Intervention. My education in Masters of Arts in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary which is now referred to as Missio Seminary has provided me with the ability to help so many. I am certified in child sexual abuse treatment through Widener University and Family Support Line. For the last 15 years I have been a member in good standing with AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors). Biblically based counseling with the intention to glorify God while helping others to navigate through life's challenges has always been my priority.
Danielle Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience with trauma, women's issues, mood disorders, and addiction.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma I will be there with you. Do you feel misunderstood and alone? Do you feel like your emotions get the best of and know that you have potential for so much more? I believe being able to live the life you want is possible with the right support. You don't have to do this alone. You have a safe space here. Society can unfortunately be unkind to those that do not fit into a specific narrow box.
I have experience with trauma, women's issues, mood disorders, and addiction.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma I will be there with you. Do you feel misunderstood and alone? Do you feel like your emotions get the best of and know that you have potential for so much more? I believe being able to live the life you want is possible with the right support. You don't have to do this alone. You have a safe space here. Society can unfortunately be unkind to those that do not fit into a specific narrow box.
I offer therapy to people from all walks of life and from differnt backgrounds and nationalities. I hope to create a safe and accepting space for clients to better understand their feelings and their individual needs and to understand the internal conflicts that block them from being able to express and find more positive ways to meet those needs.
I offer therapy to people from all walks of life and from differnt backgrounds and nationalities. I hope to create a safe and accepting space for clients to better understand their feelings and their individual needs and to understand the internal conflicts that block them from being able to express and find more positive ways to meet those needs.
I am Darby Testa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania. With 10 years of direct care and supervisory experience, I have worked to promote social justice for individuals and care systems. I have extensive training and experience working with teens, adults, and seniors affected by chronic health conditions, sleep disorders, mood disorders, dysfunctional relationships, and coping challenges. I approach my work with an open mind, non-judgmental attitude, and compassion, and I will help you identify your goals from our very first session.
I am Darby Testa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania. With 10 years of direct care and supervisory experience, I have worked to promote social justice for individuals and care systems. I have extensive training and experience working with teens, adults, and seniors affected by chronic health conditions, sleep disorders, mood disorders, dysfunctional relationships, and coping challenges. I approach my work with an open mind, non-judgmental attitude, and compassion, and I will help you identify your goals from our very first session.
It can be hard to ask for help. My focus is always on you, what you want and determining and meeting your goals. My orientation is open-minded, experienced, respectful and non-judgmental. I have been in the Behavioral Health field for 25 years and have a reputation of authenticity, unconditional, positive regard for clients and strong, reliable abilities and skills in dealing with life's challenges. I primarily practice CBT, Gestalt and Mindfulness therapies.
It can be hard to ask for help. My focus is always on you, what you want and determining and meeting your goals. My orientation is open-minded, experienced, respectful and non-judgmental. I have been in the Behavioral Health field for 25 years and have a reputation of authenticity, unconditional, positive regard for clients and strong, reliable abilities and skills in dealing with life's challenges. I primarily practice CBT, Gestalt and Mindfulness therapies.
My approach is personalized for individuals committed to personal growth and open to new experiences. Join me in a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing as I provide compassionate guidance through life's ups and downs. I specialize in assisting primary children (ages 8-12) adolescents (ages 13+), adults, and couples who are seeking guidance in navigating life's complexities. I focus on addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, co-dependency, anger management, self-esteem, trauma, peer issues, school issues, divorce, and relationship challenges.
My approach is personalized for individuals committed to personal growth and open to new experiences. Join me in a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing as I provide compassionate guidance through life's ups and downs. I specialize in assisting primary children (ages 8-12) adolescents (ages 13+), adults, and couples who are seeking guidance in navigating life's complexities. I focus on addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, co-dependency, anger management, self-esteem, trauma, peer issues, school issues, divorce, and relationship challenges.
I help women develop self-compassion and find a better path forward as they navigate the many changes in life. My specialties include reproductive mental health - pregnancy and postpartum support, infertility, reproductive grief and loss, surrogacy, OCD, TFMR, early parenting support, and reproductive trauma. I am currently working toward my certification to treat Perinatal Mood Disorders through Postpartum Support International (PMH-C).
I also work with women on other issues not related to the perinatal period such as depression and anxiety, adjustment stress, and perimenopause/menopause.
I help women develop self-compassion and find a better path forward as they navigate the many changes in life. My specialties include reproductive mental health - pregnancy and postpartum support, infertility, reproductive grief and loss, surrogacy, OCD, TFMR, early parenting support, and reproductive trauma. I am currently working toward my certification to treat Perinatal Mood Disorders through Postpartum Support International (PMH-C).
I also work with women on other issues not related to the perinatal period such as depression and anxiety, adjustment stress, and perimenopause/menopause.
Hi! I’m Allison, and I’m here to help you manage the stress that can come with life’s biggest challenges. From job stress and parenting hurdles to navigating transitions or healing from past trauma, I specialize in walking alongside those who feel overwhelmed. In our work together, I focus on creating a secure, judgment-free environment. I truly believe that feeling heard and understood within a safe relationship is where real healing begins.
Hi! I’m Allison, and I’m here to help you manage the stress that can come with life’s biggest challenges. From job stress and parenting hurdles to navigating transitions or healing from past trauma, I specialize in walking alongside those who feel overwhelmed. In our work together, I focus on creating a secure, judgment-free environment. I truly believe that feeling heard and understood within a safe relationship is where real healing begins.
You may look like you have it all together yet inside you feel anxious, exhausted, or like you’re never “enough.” The need to be “perfect”, frequent memories of past traumatic experiences, or challenges navigating unfulfilling relationships may have left you feeling disconnected from yourself and who you believe you truly are. You want to feel present, more confident, and at peace with yourself - to stop just “surviving” and start healing.
You may look like you have it all together yet inside you feel anxious, exhausted, or like you’re never “enough.” The need to be “perfect”, frequent memories of past traumatic experiences, or challenges navigating unfulfilling relationships may have left you feeling disconnected from yourself and who you believe you truly are. You want to feel present, more confident, and at peace with yourself - to stop just “surviving” and start healing.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.