Addiction Therapists in Squirrel Hill, PA
Leigh Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety and with the effects of addiction.
You do not need to struggle through these issues on your own. Together we will work on resiliency through exploring coping skills, relationship issues, stress and anger management, to increase overall life satisfaction.
I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, anxiety and with the effects of addiction.
You do not need to struggle through these issues on your own. Together we will work on resiliency through exploring coping skills, relationship issues, stress and anger management, to increase overall life satisfaction.
In 2019 I achieved sobriety from alcohol use disorder, and in 2020 I made a career change from being a professionally-trained orchestral musician and private music instructor to becoming a therapist.
As a non-directive and Gestalt-influenced therapist, I embrace the client-therapist dynamic as well as the power of personal agency in all of its manifestations. While the bulk of my therapeutic experience lies in working with addiction, I am fluent in treating the most common psychiatric disorders including anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
In 2019 I achieved sobriety from alcohol use disorder, and in 2020 I made a career change from being a professionally-trained orchestral musician and private music instructor to becoming a therapist.
As a non-directive and Gestalt-influenced therapist, I embrace the client-therapist dynamic as well as the power of personal agency in all of its manifestations. While the bulk of my therapeutic experience lies in working with addiction, I am fluent in treating the most common psychiatric disorders including anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
Whether you’re struggling with substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, or the complicated mix of all of it, I want you to know there is a way forward—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
My approach is rooted in a person-centered, positive psychology framework, while thoughtfully integrating interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapies to support deeper insight and lasting transformation.
Whether you’re struggling with substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, or the complicated mix of all of it, I want you to know there is a way forward—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
My approach is rooted in a person-centered, positive psychology framework, while thoughtfully integrating interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapies to support deeper insight and lasting transformation.
My ideal clients have issues with anxiety, depression, addiction and grief.
My specialties include certifications in Dual Diagnosis ( addiction and anxiety/depression), Trauma and PTSD and Grief. The most important part of what I have to offer is that I have gone through most of these issues myself and continue to do the work necessary to remain healthy and emotionally well. Experientially I can say, me too.
My ideal clients have issues with anxiety, depression, addiction and grief.
My specialties include certifications in Dual Diagnosis ( addiction and anxiety/depression), Trauma and PTSD and Grief. The most important part of what I have to offer is that I have gone through most of these issues myself and continue to do the work necessary to remain healthy and emotionally well. Experientially I can say, me too.
I work with individuals and couples dealing with a wide variety a challenges, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, identity issues, difficult transitions, self-esteem, relationship issues, self-harm and substance abuse.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy, focusing on the important ways your past experience impacts your current emotions and behaviors. There are good reasons why you feel stuck in unhelpful patterns. Usually, these behaviors developed as a way to cope through difficult situations in your past. I want to help you change these patterns.
I work with individuals and couples dealing with a wide variety a challenges, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, identity issues, difficult transitions, self-esteem, relationship issues, self-harm and substance abuse.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy, focusing on the important ways your past experience impacts your current emotions and behaviors. There are good reasons why you feel stuck in unhelpful patterns. Usually, these behaviors developed as a way to cope through difficult situations in your past. I want to help you change these patterns.
As a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, I am uniquely suited to provide holistic care. A psychoanalytic therapy approach offers a highly effective form of treatment through a comprehensive and nuanced framework for working with and addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, low self-esteem, a lostness around a sense of self, struggles in your connections to other people, and feelings of meaninglessness. If advisable, I can also provide careful expert medication management. Together, we will embark on a collaborative exploration, delving into your unique background and personal influences as we work towards healing.
As a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, I am uniquely suited to provide holistic care. A psychoanalytic therapy approach offers a highly effective form of treatment through a comprehensive and nuanced framework for working with and addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, low self-esteem, a lostness around a sense of self, struggles in your connections to other people, and feelings of meaninglessness. If advisable, I can also provide careful expert medication management. Together, we will embark on a collaborative exploration, delving into your unique background and personal influences as we work towards healing.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, anger, addiction, stress and relationship concerns.
My approach to therapy is tailored to the unique needs of each client, and some of my favorite techniques include Mindfulness, ERP, CBT, and DBT. I invite potential clients to ask about these approaches and how they might work for your specific needs. I work with adults and adolescents, and enjoy helping folks from all backgrounds and walks of life.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, anger, addiction, stress and relationship concerns.
My approach to therapy is tailored to the unique needs of each client, and some of my favorite techniques include Mindfulness, ERP, CBT, and DBT. I invite potential clients to ask about these approaches and how they might work for your specific needs. I work with adults and adolescents, and enjoy helping folks from all backgrounds and walks of life.
I work with children, adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, learning problems, and substance abuse.
I have many areas of specialty, which include work with children and adolescents, college students, psycho-educational assessment, substance abuse, and forensic consultation and assessment. My work balances efficiency with a comprehensive approach that seeks to help clients solve their problems and understand the causal factors for challenges.
I work with children, adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, learning problems, and substance abuse.
I have many areas of specialty, which include work with children and adolescents, college students, psycho-educational assessment, substance abuse, and forensic consultation and assessment. My work balances efficiency with a comprehensive approach that seeks to help clients solve their problems and understand the causal factors for challenges.
Using my professional experiences, I work with each client to address issues related to: Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance Use, relationship/boundary issues, and life transitions.
I am accepting new clients, (teens and adults) in-person and virtually and look forward to meeting for our first session together. As a therapist with a humanistic approach, I strive to support my clients in their position as the center of their treatment. I strongly believe in a client-centered approach that is focused on individual’s strengths and their capacity for growth and healing. During our first session, clients and I discuss why they are entering treatment, their relevant history, and the issues they would like to address in therapy. Together we identify the approaches that are most likely to meet their needs.
Using my professional experiences, I work with each client to address issues related to: Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance Use, relationship/boundary issues, and life transitions.
I am accepting new clients, (teens and adults) in-person and virtually and look forward to meeting for our first session together. As a therapist with a humanistic approach, I strive to support my clients in their position as the center of their treatment. I strongly believe in a client-centered approach that is focused on individual’s strengths and their capacity for growth and healing. During our first session, clients and I discuss why they are entering treatment, their relevant history, and the issues they would like to address in therapy. Together we identify the approaches that are most likely to meet their needs.
Hey there, I am about real relationships and journeying together, taking the road of strengthening and change. With new found insights of ourselves and others, this new angle will allow change, one interaction at time, to take root into your relationships. I am here to travel this transformational road. Relationships are messy-it is how we deal with and manage the mess that makes all the difference. I am a licensed therapist as well as a nurse and paramedic. This gives me an unique advantage, understand and perspective into real relationships.
Hey there, I am about real relationships and journeying together, taking the road of strengthening and change. With new found insights of ourselves and others, this new angle will allow change, one interaction at time, to take root into your relationships. I am here to travel this transformational road. Relationships are messy-it is how we deal with and manage the mess that makes all the difference. I am a licensed therapist as well as a nurse and paramedic. This gives me an unique advantage, understand and perspective into real relationships.
Hello, I’m glad you’re here. I work well with adults who are self-aware and ready to look honestly at the patterns keeping them stuck. You may feel anxious, low, reactive, disconnected, or caught in relationship dynamics you want to understand more clearly. Often, you have insight yet still find yourself repeating familiar responses under stress. Therapy is a place to look at these patterns safely and directly. I believe patterns make sense when we slow down to understand them, not to judge, but to see clearly and begin shifting them. This work can lead to a stronger, more grounded sense of self and greater choice in how you respond
Hello, I’m glad you’re here. I work well with adults who are self-aware and ready to look honestly at the patterns keeping them stuck. You may feel anxious, low, reactive, disconnected, or caught in relationship dynamics you want to understand more clearly. Often, you have insight yet still find yourself repeating familiar responses under stress. Therapy is a place to look at these patterns safely and directly. I believe patterns make sense when we slow down to understand them, not to judge, but to see clearly and begin shifting them. This work can lead to a stronger, more grounded sense of self and greater choice in how you respond
If you abandon the present moment, you cannot live the moments of your daily life deeply -Thich Nhat Hahn. It can be important to understand ourselves to be able to navigate this world. We often struggle with our own experiences and internal worlds. I can offer you space and understanding to work through those difficult questions and experiences you are having with a non-judgmental voice. I understand that our lives don't fit that traditional model and they don't have to which includes helping people through sex therapy. I have experience helping people work through their issues to find their authentic self, their voice and heali
If you abandon the present moment, you cannot live the moments of your daily life deeply -Thich Nhat Hahn. It can be important to understand ourselves to be able to navigate this world. We often struggle with our own experiences and internal worlds. I can offer you space and understanding to work through those difficult questions and experiences you are having with a non-judgmental voice. I understand that our lives don't fit that traditional model and they don't have to which includes helping people through sex therapy. I have experience helping people work through their issues to find their authentic self, their voice and heali
I hold CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor) and NCC (Nationally Certified Counselor) credentials.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming — stress, anxiety, depression or relationship challenges can leave you feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward. Therapy can help you understand why you feel this way and explore new paths toward change. Often, what seems like the “problem” on the surface is connected to something deeper. Together, we’ll work to uncover and understand these underlying patterns so that meaningful change can happen. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences and help you create more satisfying relationships and a life that feels aligned with your goals.
I hold CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor) and NCC (Nationally Certified Counselor) credentials.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming — stress, anxiety, depression or relationship challenges can leave you feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward. Therapy can help you understand why you feel this way and explore new paths toward change. Often, what seems like the “problem” on the surface is connected to something deeper. Together, we’ll work to uncover and understand these underlying patterns so that meaningful change can happen. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences and help you create more satisfying relationships and a life that feels aligned with your goals.
Nicholas Demaio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Whether facing depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, trauma or struggling with life transitions or addiction, the healing process begins just the same: right where we are.
Contemplative psychotherapy approaches the therapeutic process through mindfulness and loving-kindness practices to uncover our genuine goodness, natural dignity and innate wisdom - our "brilliant sanity." The results are clarity, openness, compassion, a better integration of body, mind and energy.
Whether facing depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, trauma or struggling with life transitions or addiction, the healing process begins just the same: right where we are.
Contemplative psychotherapy approaches the therapeutic process through mindfulness and loving-kindness practices to uncover our genuine goodness, natural dignity and innate wisdom - our "brilliant sanity." The results are clarity, openness, compassion, a better integration of body, mind and energy.
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Much of my experience and expertise is based in addiction treatment, both substance use and behavioral.
If persistent, repeating struggles are wearing you down, feeding into feelings of hopelessness, frustration, self-doubt and or anxiety, you're certainly not alone. No matter who we are, at various points in life we feel stuck and as if life is just on repeat. I help individuals to get unstuck and find relief by building a trusting, compassionate relationship with them. With this relationship as the foundation, we can work through all things, using your strengths and helping you build self-awareness and motivation, all of which leads to effective action that moves you towards your desired change.
Much of my experience and expertise is based in addiction treatment, both substance use and behavioral.
If persistent, repeating struggles are wearing you down, feeding into feelings of hopelessness, frustration, self-doubt and or anxiety, you're certainly not alone. No matter who we are, at various points in life we feel stuck and as if life is just on repeat. I help individuals to get unstuck and find relief by building a trusting, compassionate relationship with them. With this relationship as the foundation, we can work through all things, using your strengths and helping you build self-awareness and motivation, all of which leads to effective action that moves you towards your desired change.
I have successfully treated people struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma/PTSD, loss of a loved one, sexual difficulties, and relationship distress.
When working with couples, I teach partners to better empathize with each other. It is often in the context of this improved empathy and compassion that change and healing can occur. I also work with couples to improve their communication skills, conflict management skills, and problem solving skills.
I have successfully treated people struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma/PTSD, loss of a loved one, sexual difficulties, and relationship distress.
When working with couples, I teach partners to better empathize with each other. It is often in the context of this improved empathy and compassion that change and healing can occur. I also work with couples to improve their communication skills, conflict management skills, and problem solving skills.
Do you feel like you have been stuck in a rut and can't find a way out? Are you struggling to see the good around you? Are you fearful of making changes in your life but also nervous about continuing what you are doing now? Maybe you need some clarity in your relationship? You are not alone. Your feelings are valid. My goal is to help you figure out how to take control of your life by reducing symptoms that have been holding you back and empowering you to be the best version of yourself.
Do you feel like you have been stuck in a rut and can't find a way out? Are you struggling to see the good around you? Are you fearful of making changes in your life but also nervous about continuing what you are doing now? Maybe you need some clarity in your relationship? You are not alone. Your feelings are valid. My goal is to help you figure out how to take control of your life by reducing symptoms that have been holding you back and empowering you to be the best version of yourself.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship conflicts, grief and loss, and many other traumas, losses and stressors.
I believe therapy can help people overcome great obstacles in life. I have witnessed the amazing healing that can come from a strong trusting relationship between an individual and their therapist. In my twenty years as a therapist, I have been able to help others find ways to heal from trauma, loss, anxiety, and depression.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship conflicts, grief and loss, and many other traumas, losses and stressors.
I believe therapy can help people overcome great obstacles in life. I have witnessed the amazing healing that can come from a strong trusting relationship between an individual and their therapist. In my twenty years as a therapist, I have been able to help others find ways to heal from trauma, loss, anxiety, and depression.
Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment.
We specialize in the treatment and therapy of substance abuse. We work to uncover the causes that lead people to abuse drugs and/or alcohol. We provide an atmosphere that is calm and encouraging. We truly seek to understand our patients and have a drive to help. We will walk with you, step-by-step, to achieve your greatest potential of recovery.
Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment.
We specialize in the treatment and therapy of substance abuse. We work to uncover the causes that lead people to abuse drugs and/or alcohol. We provide an atmosphere that is calm and encouraging. We truly seek to understand our patients and have a drive to help. We will walk with you, step-by-step, to achieve your greatest potential of recovery.
Living Unleashed Counseling &
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-S, EMDR
2 Endorsed
Beaver, PA 15009
I walk alongside individuals, couples, and families as they pursue healing, restoration, and growth. Many of the barriers my clients face include codependency, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, conflict challenges, and ineffective coping strategies.
Together, we identify strengths, build practical skills, and develop healthier patterns of relating. My goal is to equip clients with the tools and insight they need to engage people and life circumstances in ways that support lasting healing and meaningful growth.
I walk alongside individuals, couples, and families as they pursue healing, restoration, and growth. Many of the barriers my clients face include codependency, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, conflict challenges, and ineffective coping strategies.
Together, we identify strengths, build practical skills, and develop healthier patterns of relating. My goal is to equip clients with the tools and insight they need to engage people and life circumstances in ways that support lasting healing and meaningful growth.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.