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Shelby O'Brien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
I utilize a variety of different modalities including client centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Hi! My name is Shelby and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked with clients ranging in age from 4-50 in the individual, family, and group settings. I have helped countless clients manage anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal thoughts, and process through various trauma. I have also worked with clients who have bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. I have also helped numerous clients navigate every day stressors related to family, school, work, and life changes. I love animals and am a believer that animals are also great healers and am interested in implementing other alternative forms of healing.
I utilize a variety of different modalities including client centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Hi! My name is Shelby and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked with clients ranging in age from 4-50 in the individual, family, and group settings. I have helped countless clients manage anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal thoughts, and process through various trauma. I have also worked with clients who have bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. I have also helped numerous clients navigate every day stressors related to family, school, work, and life changes. I love animals and am a believer that animals are also great healers and am interested in implementing other alternative forms of healing.
(412) 413-9043 View (412) 413-9043
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Kathy Rubright @the Mindful Oasis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15236  (Online Only)
I utilize strategies such as solution focused, trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, strenth-based, REBT and client-centered.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, scared or alone? Confused? Anxious? Terrified of what others may or not think of you? Are the walls closing in on you? You are not alone. We have all been there. Change is possible and attainable with the proper support, guidance, hope and most of all, healing. I am a board certified clinical licensed social worker. I earned my bachelor's degree in social work from Stonybrook University in New York State as well as a Master's in Social Work with a clinical emphasis from Adelphi University in New York State. I have been licensed in PA since 2009.
I utilize strategies such as solution focused, trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, strenth-based, REBT and client-centered.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, scared or alone? Confused? Anxious? Terrified of what others may or not think of you? Are the walls closing in on you? You are not alone. We have all been there. Change is possible and attainable with the proper support, guidance, hope and most of all, healing. I am a board certified clinical licensed social worker. I earned my bachelor's degree in social work from Stonybrook University in New York State as well as a Master's in Social Work with a clinical emphasis from Adelphi University in New York State. I have been licensed in PA since 2009.
(717) 942-9797 View (717) 942-9797
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Mrigaya Sinha
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228  (Online Only)
People do the best they can for their lives, however, old traumas, wounds and life challenges can create suffering, depression and anxiety. This can be a very lonely place to be 'stuck in' and we all deserve to find our way to health and healing. When people are held with compassion and warmth, there can be tremendous healing and big transformations. I have worked extensively with adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, chronic pain, interpersonal issues, and adjustment problems. No matter at what pace people want to go, this journey of healing and growth should not be a lonely one.
People do the best they can for their lives, however, old traumas, wounds and life challenges can create suffering, depression and anxiety. This can be a very lonely place to be 'stuck in' and we all deserve to find our way to health and healing. When people are held with compassion and warmth, there can be tremendous healing and big transformations. I have worked extensively with adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, chronic pain, interpersonal issues, and adjustment problems. No matter at what pace people want to go, this journey of healing and growth should not be a lonely one.
(412) 460-4148 View (412) 460-4148
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Nicole Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15241  (Online Only)
, Solution Focused Brief Counseling, Reality Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we will collaborate to develop appropriate solutions to your current struggles, allowing you to take back control of your life.
Sometimes, life can be stressful and feel overwhelming. It sometimes doesn't go as we had planned. Sometimes we need guidance. My desire is to have my clients learn to handle life's "curve balls" and motivate them to develop positive coping skills in order to decrease the unraveling that can occur.
, Solution Focused Brief Counseling, Reality Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we will collaborate to develop appropriate solutions to your current struggles, allowing you to take back control of your life.
Sometimes, life can be stressful and feel overwhelming. It sometimes doesn't go as we had planned. Sometimes we need guidance. My desire is to have my clients learn to handle life's "curve balls" and motivate them to develop positive coping skills in order to decrease the unraveling that can occur.
(412) 274-1787 View (412) 274-1787
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Christine Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15232  (Online Only)
Christine Nichols is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years in child welfare and counseling settings. Christine is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Christine's specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem/confidence development, life transitions, career planning and transition, parenting/co-parenting, family conflicts, grief and loss, and end-of-life/hospice care.
Christine Nichols is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years in child welfare and counseling settings. Christine is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Christine's specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem/confidence development, life transitions, career planning and transition, parenting/co-parenting, family conflicts, grief and loss, and end-of-life/hospice care.
(412) 534-5848 View (412) 534-5848
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Heather Hodges
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Heather Hodges is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with kids as young as 4, elderly clients, and everyone in between. She is driven and passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults overcome the hardships that life brings. Heather has a vast amount of experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and much more. She will strive to help you reach your potential and wants to meet you where you are. Heather has a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
Heather Hodges is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with kids as young as 4, elderly clients, and everyone in between. She is driven and passionate about helping kids, adolescents, and adults overcome the hardships that life brings. Heather has a vast amount of experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and much more. She will strive to help you reach your potential and wants to meet you where you are. Heather has a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
(412) 615-3758 View (412) 615-3758
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Melissa Smiley Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
My approach is client centered, strength based, and solution focused.
If you’re looking for a therapist, you're ready for something in your life to change. Are you tired of trying to figure things out on your own? Are you struggling with your important relationships? Do the people you usually turn to for guidance no longer seem to know how to help? Whatever brought you to this point, your regular ways of making yourself feel better are no longer enough to restore your peace of mind. You don’t need to deal with all of that alone.
My approach is client centered, strength based, and solution focused.
If you’re looking for a therapist, you're ready for something in your life to change. Are you tired of trying to figure things out on your own? Are you struggling with your important relationships? Do the people you usually turn to for guidance no longer seem to know how to help? Whatever brought you to this point, your regular ways of making yourself feel better are no longer enough to restore your peace of mind. You don’t need to deal with all of that alone.
(878) 203-1823 View (878) 203-1823
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April D Wrabley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
“The only way out is through.” There are times in our lives when our feelings of limitation and fear prevent us from reaching freedom, true happiness, and love. At some point, all of us will feel the need to make changes in our lives. Change is often difficult to navigate without help. My goal as your counselor is to help increase self-awareness of your thoughts, actions, and reactions, helping you to become the agent of change in your own life. I appreciate a variety of counseling techniques including cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused therapy.
“The only way out is through.” There are times in our lives when our feelings of limitation and fear prevent us from reaching freedom, true happiness, and love. At some point, all of us will feel the need to make changes in our lives. Change is often difficult to navigate without help. My goal as your counselor is to help increase self-awareness of your thoughts, actions, and reactions, helping you to become the agent of change in your own life. I appreciate a variety of counseling techniques including cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused therapy.
(412) 444-7972 View (412) 444-7972
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Brianna Hill
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222  (Online Only)
Brianna Hill is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 6 years of experience in mental health. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology from Duquesne University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Carlow University. Brianna has been working within a private practice framework, providing counseling services to clients coming from all walks of life. Each client has a unique set of goals and expectations during their time in therapy, which is why she uses a personalized and collaborative therapeutic approach to help them meet their goals.
Brianna Hill is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 6 years of experience in mental health. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology from Duquesne University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Carlow University. Brianna has been working within a private practice framework, providing counseling services to clients coming from all walks of life. Each client has a unique set of goals and expectations during their time in therapy, which is why she uses a personalized and collaborative therapeutic approach to help them meet their goals.
(412) 775-3941 View (412) 775-3941
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Brenda Cappy Gruhn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15236  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with life's challenges in some way? Perhaps, a personal loss, a life change, your mood or self-esteem, or maybe you're struggling with processing and coping with past relationships, experiences or traumas. I offer my clients a safe space to explore and process past events and relationships which are impacting their present, and in turn make positive changes to their current and future selves and relationships. We will work together to help you recognize and resolve your internal and relational conflicts, and create and accomplish your personal goals for therapy, counseling and overall wellness.
Are you struggling with life's challenges in some way? Perhaps, a personal loss, a life change, your mood or self-esteem, or maybe you're struggling with processing and coping with past relationships, experiences or traumas. I offer my clients a safe space to explore and process past events and relationships which are impacting their present, and in turn make positive changes to their current and future selves and relationships. We will work together to help you recognize and resolve your internal and relational conflicts, and create and accomplish your personal goals for therapy, counseling and overall wellness.
(412) 207-3526 View (412) 207-3526
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Kayla Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
Kayla Thomas is a Licensed Social Worker who is passionate about healing. She has experience working with adults and youth seeking help with PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, and LGTBQ+ or other sexuality issues. Kayla takes a holistic, solution-focused approach to her clients' needs. She uses compassion, coaching, and a clinical practice best suited for client goals. In addition, therapeutic techniques such as strength-based, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness cater unique treatments to each individual. Kayla is spiritually centered and purpose-driven.
Kayla Thomas is a Licensed Social Worker who is passionate about healing. She has experience working with adults and youth seeking help with PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, and LGTBQ+ or other sexuality issues. Kayla takes a holistic, solution-focused approach to her clients' needs. She uses compassion, coaching, and a clinical practice best suited for client goals. In addition, therapeutic techniques such as strength-based, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness cater unique treatments to each individual. Kayla is spiritually centered and purpose-driven.
(215) 515-8250 View (215) 515-8250
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Mind, Body, & Soulutions LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220  (Online Only)
With compassion and a holistic therapeutic approach we will identify patterns in behaviors and thoughts that may be holding you back from living your best life. Utilizing a solution- focused and cognitive behavioral approach our goal is to help you focus on your desired outcome while building on your strengths. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
With compassion and a holistic therapeutic approach we will identify patterns in behaviors and thoughts that may be holding you back from living your best life. Utilizing a solution- focused and cognitive behavioral approach our goal is to help you focus on your desired outcome while building on your strengths. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(412) 246-9768 View (412) 246-9768
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Calm Pittsburgh
LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Your life is complex and unique. The quality of your relationships, work, family, health, and stresses can affect your most authentic and calm state. Let us be your allies! We'd love to peacefully assist you as you navigate the changes and challenges life can bring. Calm believes in making complex issues accessible while maintaining an affirming environment that recognizes and respects each person's unique experiences. We also proudly offer a comprehensive suite of sexuality counseling, education, supervision, and consulting services designed to provide expert guidance and promote the well-being of individuals and communities.
Your life is complex and unique. The quality of your relationships, work, family, health, and stresses can affect your most authentic and calm state. Let us be your allies! We'd love to peacefully assist you as you navigate the changes and challenges life can bring. Calm believes in making complex issues accessible while maintaining an affirming environment that recognizes and respects each person's unique experiences. We also proudly offer a comprehensive suite of sexuality counseling, education, supervision, and consulting services designed to provide expert guidance and promote the well-being of individuals and communities.
(412) 857-3717 View (412) 857-3717
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Douglas Thomas
Counselor, MEd, MSCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15227  (Online Only)
Each person's therapy needs are unique, and I will try my best to meet your specific needs, whether you're looking for a space to explore and process your thoughts and feelings or something more goal driven and solution focused. And if you're not sure what you're looking for, we'll work together to figure that out. Regardless of how we proceed, using an integrative model of therapy, I'll offer you an inclusive space that is kind, free of judgment, and focused on your personal strengths. I've worked with numerous individuals experiencing mood and anxiety concerns, addiction, trauma, and severe a debilitating mental health issues.
Each person's therapy needs are unique, and I will try my best to meet your specific needs, whether you're looking for a space to explore and process your thoughts and feelings or something more goal driven and solution focused. And if you're not sure what you're looking for, we'll work together to figure that out. Regardless of how we proceed, using an integrative model of therapy, I'll offer you an inclusive space that is kind, free of judgment, and focused on your personal strengths. I've worked with numerous individuals experiencing mood and anxiety concerns, addiction, trauma, and severe a debilitating mental health issues.
(412) 838-4025 View (412) 838-4025
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The Children's Home & Lemieux Family Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
She typically provides solution focused services, supporting clients through a tough period of time or situation.
Are you looking for support in the areas of adoption, foster care, infertility, assisted reproductive technology, donor conception, pregnancy loss, pregnancy decision making, or a related area? You may feel alone, but you are not. We’re here to help. The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh provides specialized counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children. We work with all individuals and family types, without discrimination.
She typically provides solution focused services, supporting clients through a tough period of time or situation.
Are you looking for support in the areas of adoption, foster care, infertility, assisted reproductive technology, donor conception, pregnancy loss, pregnancy decision making, or a related area? You may feel alone, but you are not. We’re here to help. The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh provides specialized counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children. We work with all individuals and family types, without discrimination.
(412) 214-8895 View (412) 214-8895
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Erin Riley
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15212  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be stressful and times are ever-changing! If you're feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed, you're not alone. I believe that every challenging situation or time in life allows us to learn more about ourselves that will improve our overall well-being and adaptability. I am dedicated to providing support that will be personal, set in real life, non-judgmental, and effective. I am committed, reliable, and empathetic to the needs of each unique person. My counseling style is warm, interactive, light, and motivated.
Life can be stressful and times are ever-changing! If you're feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed, you're not alone. I believe that every challenging situation or time in life allows us to learn more about ourselves that will improve our overall well-being and adaptability. I am dedicated to providing support that will be personal, set in real life, non-judgmental, and effective. I am committed, reliable, and empathetic to the needs of each unique person. My counseling style is warm, interactive, light, and motivated.
(631) 528-2382 View (631) 528-2382
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Courtney Elizabeth Fritsch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15122  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Courtney and welcome to Cornerstone Wellness! My counseling style is direct, warm, and solution focused. I work with individuals, couples and young adults who might be struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I strive to create an authentic connection with my clients, so they have a positive and rewarding counseling experience. I make every effort to provide a personalized experience for everyone to explore self-actualization and increase overall internal peace and wellness.
Hi, I'm Courtney and welcome to Cornerstone Wellness! My counseling style is direct, warm, and solution focused. I work with individuals, couples and young adults who might be struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I strive to create an authentic connection with my clients, so they have a positive and rewarding counseling experience. I make every effort to provide a personalized experience for everyone to explore self-actualization and increase overall internal peace and wellness.
(724) 200-8736 View (724) 200-8736
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Casey Watkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
As a counselor, my goal is to create a respectful and affirming environment with my clients. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to the counseling process and hope to encourage empowerment through respect, kindness, and equity. I value authenticity and encourage open and honest communication with my clients. I try to show up authentically each session to show that I am a person, just like you. I don’t pretend to be an expert, because YOU are the expert on your life. My therapeutic environment is based on equality between me and my clients.
As a counselor, my goal is to create a respectful and affirming environment with my clients. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to the counseling process and hope to encourage empowerment through respect, kindness, and equity. I value authenticity and encourage open and honest communication with my clients. I try to show up authentically each session to show that I am a person, just like you. I don’t pretend to be an expert, because YOU are the expert on your life. My therapeutic environment is based on equality between me and my clients.
(412) 561-9266 View (412) 561-9266
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Inner Journey Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Inner Journey Counseling, a Group Therapy Practice, provides therapy, consultation, and other services to individuals, couples, and families in the Pittsburgh Region.
Inner Journey Counseling, a Group Therapy Practice, provides therapy, consultation, and other services to individuals, couples, and families in the Pittsburgh Region.
(412) 850-2746 View (412) 850-2746
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Rachael Heiser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Elizabeth Chatman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about her work in the mental health field. She has experience working with children, teens, and adults, as well as integrating family therapy when it is appropriate. Elizabeth specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, emotional regulation, and behavioral issues.
Elizabeth Chatman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about her work in the mental health field. She has experience working with children, teens, and adults, as well as integrating family therapy when it is appropriate. Elizabeth specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, emotional regulation, and behavioral issues.
(412) 900-1810 View (412) 900-1810

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists

How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.

Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?

Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.

How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?

Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.

Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.