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The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor

The Counseling Center

Licensed Professional Counselor

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1425 Forbes Avenue, Second Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Let's Connect (412) 312-4047 x4
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center at Family Resources provides compassionate and professional outpatient counseling to any individual, couple, or family seeking support for life's many challenges. Our team of licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, and marriage and family therapists are ready to help you work through issues such as trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, family/partner conflict, anger, and grief. We serve clients of nearly all ages and backgrounds.
We have a diverse group of licensed clinicians who possess experience in a wide array of treatment modalities and professional backgrounds. Treatment can be provided in-person, via telehealth, or via a hybrid option. We serve individuals as well as couples and families.
Allow us to support you on your journey towards healing and improving your mental health and wellness. We don't ask "What's wrong?" but rather "What happened? And how can we help?" Come to the Counseling Center to experience professional care in a confidential, non-judgmental, and supportive setting.
Take the first step to help. Call or The Counseling Center now - (412) 312-4047 x4

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Counseling Center at Family Resources

1425 Forbes Avenue

Second Floor

Pittsburgh, PA 15219 map

(412) 312-4047 x4
We provide sessions in-person or via telehealth. We currently have therapist openings for clients with UPMC, Highmark, Optum, and Medicaid.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (412) 312-4047 x4
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Counseling Center at Family Resources

1425 Forbes Avenue

Second Floor

Pittsburgh, PA 15219 map

(412) 312-4047 x4
We provide sessions in-person or via telehealth. We currently have therapist openings for clients with UPMC, Highmark, Optum, and Medicaid.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Insurance

  • Funding Assistance Available
  • Highmark
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (412) 312-4047 x4
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (412) 312-4047 x4

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Brian Tessmer

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC013087 Brian Tessmer
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (412) 312-4047 x4
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (412) 312-4047 x4

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Do these issues align with your needs? or (412) 312-4047 x4
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Do these issues align with your needs? or (412) 312-4047 x4

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (412) 312-4047 x4
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (412) 312-4047 x4

Location

Primary Location

The Counseling Center at Family Resources

1425 Forbes Avenue

Second Floor

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

(412) 312-4047 x4

Nearby Areas

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We provide sessions in-person or via telehealth. We currently have therapist openings for clients with UPMC, Highmark, Optum, and Medicaid.
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 312-4047 x4
"
We provide sessions in-person or via telehealth. We currently have therapist openings for clients with UPMC, Highmark, Optum, and Medicaid.
Photo of Brian Tessmer - The Counseling Center, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 312-4047 x4