EMDR Therapists in Trafford, PA
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Now accepting new clients with most major insurance plans. We have daytime available at our office as well as openings with our school based programs with Norwin & Greensburg Salem. We do have a waitlist for evening clients as well as medicaid insurance clients. We treat a number of mental health concerns, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. We will create a tailored treatment plan to best meet your needs and goals. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Now accepting new clients with most major insurance plans. We have daytime available at our office as well as openings with our school based programs with Norwin & Greensburg Salem. We do have a waitlist for evening clients as well as medicaid insurance clients. We treat a number of mental health concerns, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. We will create a tailored treatment plan to best meet your needs and goals. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
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I specialize in trauma recovery and addiction counseling, drawing on training in EMDR and the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model.
We all can feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected at times—especially when trauma, addiction, or life transitions make it hard to see a way forward. You may be struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, or lingering pain from the past. You're likely seeking relief, clarity, and a greater sense of emotional balance. You want to feel more like yourself again and live with purpose, confidence, and connection.
I specialize in trauma recovery and addiction counseling, drawing on training in EMDR and the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model.
We all can feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected at times—especially when trauma, addiction, or life transitions make it hard to see a way forward. You may be struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, or lingering pain from the past. You're likely seeking relief, clarity, and a greater sense of emotional balance. You want to feel more like yourself again and live with purpose, confidence, and connection.
Scanlon Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdD
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
EMDR trained, working with individuals & couples navigating life adjustment stress & crisis-related challenges.
I often think of those I work with as fellow travelers—a term borrowed from Dr. Irvin Yalom that reflects my belief in shared humanity. It dissolves the divide between “them” (the afflicted) and “us” (the healers), reminding us that no one is immune to life’s inherent challenges. In my practice, I strive to create a space where meaningful self-discovery and personal growth can unfold. My individualized approach allows me to honor each person’s unique story, and my own lived experiences deeply inform my commitment to this work. It’s a privilege to do this work, and I do it with intention, mindfulness, and authenticity.
EMDR trained, working with individuals & couples navigating life adjustment stress & crisis-related challenges.
I often think of those I work with as fellow travelers—a term borrowed from Dr. Irvin Yalom that reflects my belief in shared humanity. It dissolves the divide between “them” (the afflicted) and “us” (the healers), reminding us that no one is immune to life’s inherent challenges. In my practice, I strive to create a space where meaningful self-discovery and personal growth can unfold. My individualized approach allows me to honor each person’s unique story, and my own lived experiences deeply inform my commitment to this work. It’s a privilege to do this work, and I do it with intention, mindfulness, and authenticity.
JM Counseling & Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
1 Endorsed
Bethel Park, PA 15102
I tailor therapy to fit you, using approaches like CBT, EMDR, and solution focused work.
Navigating divorce, custody issues, or coparenting stress can feel overwhelming-especially when emotions, communication, and legal pressures collide. You may feel anxious, stuck in overthinking, or unsure how to move forward.
I help motivated, high-functioning women gain clarity, set boundaries, and feel more in control of their lives. Together, we focus on practical strategies to reduce stress, improve communication, and rebuild confidence.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and university professor, I bring both clinical expertise and real-world understanding. My goal is to help you move forward feeling empowered.
I tailor therapy to fit you, using approaches like CBT, EMDR, and solution focused work.
Navigating divorce, custody issues, or coparenting stress can feel overwhelming-especially when emotions, communication, and legal pressures collide. You may feel anxious, stuck in overthinking, or unsure how to move forward.
I help motivated, high-functioning women gain clarity, set boundaries, and feel more in control of their lives. Together, we focus on practical strategies to reduce stress, improve communication, and rebuild confidence.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and university professor, I bring both clinical expertise and real-world understanding. My goal is to help you move forward feeling empowered.
I am also a trained EMDR therapist.
“Fall in love with the process of becoming the very best version of yourself” Life can bring beautiful moments but also hardship and difficult experiences, through every experience is the opportunity for growth. If you are feeling overwhelmed with the difficult emotions that life can bring, I would love to help you feel heard and help you work towards change. I am trained in an array of different modalities that can be tailored to fit your needs. I believe in providing a neutral safe space that allows comfort and also growth through the therapeutic process. I would love to be a part of your journey to a better emotional well-being.
I am also a trained EMDR therapist.
“Fall in love with the process of becoming the very best version of yourself” Life can bring beautiful moments but also hardship and difficult experiences, through every experience is the opportunity for growth. If you are feeling overwhelmed with the difficult emotions that life can bring, I would love to help you feel heard and help you work towards change. I am trained in an array of different modalities that can be tailored to fit your needs. I believe in providing a neutral safe space that allows comfort and also growth through the therapeutic process. I would love to be a part of your journey to a better emotional well-being.
I have training in EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT and DBT.
I enjoy working with various populations including, but not limited to, those struggling with day-to-day stressors, depressive/anxiety related symptoms, interpersonal stressors and trauma. Clients can vary from adolescents to adults in various settings including both individual and family sessions.
I have training in EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT and DBT.
I enjoy working with various populations including, but not limited to, those struggling with day-to-day stressors, depressive/anxiety related symptoms, interpersonal stressors and trauma. Clients can vary from adolescents to adults in various settings including both individual and family sessions.
When you decide to work with me, my commitment is to bring the skills and passion for your journey of healing, and over 20+ years experience to help you reach your goals. If you are looking for an experienced therapist who is going to treat you with compassion, warmth and non-judgement... then we will be a great fit. Working with me, you can expect an approach that is individualized to you. You can expect to begin to feel relief from suffering and symptoms quickly as we focus on solutions and strategies for your personal growth. You can expect to be an active participant and have a say in your treatment goals.
When you decide to work with me, my commitment is to bring the skills and passion for your journey of healing, and over 20+ years experience to help you reach your goals. If you are looking for an experienced therapist who is going to treat you with compassion, warmth and non-judgement... then we will be a great fit. Working with me, you can expect an approach that is individualized to you. You can expect to begin to feel relief from suffering and symptoms quickly as we focus on solutions and strategies for your personal growth. You can expect to be an active participant and have a say in your treatment goals.
Brandi L. Gurcak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Waitlist for new clients
Specific treatment intervention may include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy, Ego State Therapy, and/or EMDR.
As a therapist with eleven years of experience I believe therapy provides a safe space through which client and therapist work collaboratively to explore and integrate meaning from one's life experiences. Through increased awareness of one's own narrative, clients gain greater freedom to make choices around how they live in the world. This insight allows individuals a greater sense of well-being, a more defined sense of purpose, and increased internal resources for responding to life's challenges. Incorporating canine animal-assisted therapy allows for clients to have additional support as they work to achieve their goals.
Specific treatment intervention may include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy, Ego State Therapy, and/or EMDR.
As a therapist with eleven years of experience I believe therapy provides a safe space through which client and therapist work collaboratively to explore and integrate meaning from one's life experiences. Through increased awareness of one's own narrative, clients gain greater freedom to make choices around how they live in the world. This insight allows individuals a greater sense of well-being, a more defined sense of purpose, and increased internal resources for responding to life's challenges. Incorporating canine animal-assisted therapy allows for clients to have additional support as they work to achieve their goals.
I’m trained in EMDR and draw from attachment-based and humanistic approaches.
You’ve spent so much time holding it all together, but inside, it feels like something’s stuck. You might be processing trauma, living with anxiety, or carrying shame about parts of yourself you’ve learned to hide. You’re tired of surviving your way through life and ready for space to breathe, feel, and make sense of it all. You want therapy that feels safe, collaborative, and real: a space where you can show up fully as yourself.
I’m trained in EMDR and draw from attachment-based and humanistic approaches.
You’ve spent so much time holding it all together, but inside, it feels like something’s stuck. You might be processing trauma, living with anxiety, or carrying shame about parts of yourself you’ve learned to hide. You’re tired of surviving your way through life and ready for space to breathe, feel, and make sense of it all. You want therapy that feels safe, collaborative, and real: a space where you can show up fully as yourself.
I offer person-centered care using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Training, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) treatment.
I am specialized at working with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger issues, relationship problems, and major life transitions. I work well with clients who are motivated to change and who are curious about their potential. I wish that through our work together, my clients are able to be more understanding of who they are, develop the capacity to reflect on their current life in accordance with what is important to them, and implement changes in the way they relate to themselves, others, and the world.
I offer person-centered care using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Training, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) treatment.
I am specialized at working with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger issues, relationship problems, and major life transitions. I work well with clients who are motivated to change and who are curious about their potential. I wish that through our work together, my clients are able to be more understanding of who they are, develop the capacity to reflect on their current life in accordance with what is important to them, and implement changes in the way they relate to themselves, others, and the world.
I use evidence-based interventions like EMDR, DBT, I-CBT, and ACT to help clients tap into their strengths, and identify and reprocess limiting beliefs, fears, and emotionally charged memories that can get in the way of growth and change.
You aren’t feeling like yourself. Maybe anxiety or recent life changes feel overwhelming, or self-worth has been a long-standing struggle. Perhaps you’re feeling “blah,” finding it hard to feel joy or meaning, or stuck in thought patterns that leave you drained and exhausted. Old wounds may still be showing up in ways that are hard to understand. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about where to begin the healing process. You’re not just looking to get through the day, you want to heal, understand yourself more deeply, and learn how to quiet the mental noise so you can build a life that feels meaningful. I’m here to help.
I use evidence-based interventions like EMDR, DBT, I-CBT, and ACT to help clients tap into their strengths, and identify and reprocess limiting beliefs, fears, and emotionally charged memories that can get in the way of growth and change.
You aren’t feeling like yourself. Maybe anxiety or recent life changes feel overwhelming, or self-worth has been a long-standing struggle. Perhaps you’re feeling “blah,” finding it hard to feel joy or meaning, or stuck in thought patterns that leave you drained and exhausted. Old wounds may still be showing up in ways that are hard to understand. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about where to begin the healing process. You’re not just looking to get through the day, you want to heal, understand yourself more deeply, and learn how to quiet the mental noise so you can build a life that feels meaningful. I’m here to help.
Sara Makin | Makin Wellness Online Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
We’re now accepting new clients and can schedule your first session within 24 hours or less. If constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression are affecting your work, relationships, and health, we’re here to help you find peace and healing.
We’re now accepting new clients and can schedule your first session within 24 hours or less. If constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression are affecting your work, relationships, and health, we’re here to help you find peace and healing.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at Christiancounselingwpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at Christiancounselingwpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Hello and welcome to my practice! I am a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Master's from California University of Pennsylvania and have been in the mental health field for over 30 years. I worked as a family therapist for approximately 12 years and have been providing individual therapy for the past 4 years. I help adults struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, and depression to become the best versions of themselves.
Hello and welcome to my practice! I am a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Master's from California University of Pennsylvania and have been in the mental health field for over 30 years. I worked as a family therapist for approximately 12 years and have been providing individual therapy for the past 4 years. I help adults struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, and depression to become the best versions of themselves.
My prefered method of trauma therapy is EMDR, I see so many clients have a lot of success with this type of therapy.
In our first session together we are going to identify what you want or need out of therapy, identify your goals and desires, and make a plan for how we can reach those goals together! We are also going to look at symptoms and history to help guide us.
My prefered method of trauma therapy is EMDR, I see so many clients have a lot of success with this type of therapy.
In our first session together we are going to identify what you want or need out of therapy, identify your goals and desires, and make a plan for how we can reach those goals together! We are also going to look at symptoms and history to help guide us.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who have experienced trauma as well as concerns related to depression, loss and grief, and anxiety. As a clinician, I hold safety as a non-negotiable imperative for the therapy space to be productive. I also encourage my clients to use the safe therapy space to lean into the discomfort required to make the changes that they wish to see in their lives.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who have experienced trauma as well as concerns related to depression, loss and grief, and anxiety. As a clinician, I hold safety as a non-negotiable imperative for the therapy space to be productive. I also encourage my clients to use the safe therapy space to lean into the discomfort required to make the changes that they wish to see in their lives.
Life happens and sometimes it results in unhealthy behaviors or relationships. I have assisted adults, children, and families to navigate through life's challenges. Maintaining good boundaries and relationships are important to having a healthy life. I can assist you through your journey of change. I have a new office location in Jeannette. I look forward to meeting you!
Life happens and sometimes it results in unhealthy behaviors or relationships. I have assisted adults, children, and families to navigate through life's challenges. Maintaining good boundaries and relationships are important to having a healthy life. I can assist you through your journey of change. I have a new office location in Jeannette. I look forward to meeting you!
I support growth through CBT, mindfulness, and EMDR when appropriate, using a neurodiversity-affirming approach to build communication, confidence, and empowerment.
Salutations! I’m Colleen, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping adults navigate cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges. I have built my career on the belief that healing occurs within the context of both trusting and safe relationships.
I support growth through CBT, mindfulness, and EMDR when appropriate, using a neurodiversity-affirming approach to build communication, confidence, and empowerment.
Salutations! I’m Colleen, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping adults navigate cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges. I have built my career on the belief that healing occurs within the context of both trusting and safe relationships.
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EMDR Therapists
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.