I have supported young adults as undergrads and graduate students in balancing stress, anxiety, depression, work, relationships and family conflicts for over 20 years. Many students and graduates come to me during and after college in transition periods when they are dealing with academic, workplace, relationship and even conflicts with parents and siblings. While I often provide individual therapy, I have specialties in relationships (couples counseling) and adult family therapy (adult children...
In my view, mental health struggles are not just random blips of brain chemistry, but connect to our histories, personalities, desires, and fears. I work primarily from a relational and psychodynamic perspective, an approach that is slower than some other methods, but often more transformative and long-lasting. My work takes place at the level of the innermost self, parts that may be unknown or consciously rejected. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy: we build this practice togeth...
I have experience working with emerging adults (18-21 years old), providing individual counseling surrounding life transitions and identity development. I earned my bachelor’s degree at University of North Carolina- Asheville in 2010. Before moving to Pittsburgh, I worked in a whole person centered recovery program helping people with substance use and mental health challenges. I draw from therapeutic frameworks such as existential-humanistic, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally Foc...
Kristen is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor working her way toward independent licensure. She enjoys working with individuals ages 6 to 60 across an array of mental health diagnoses and areas of concern, whether in individual or family contexts. She adopts an integrated approach to her therapeutic style, pulling from several evidenced-based models of counseling, largely utilizing elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and its derivatives as well as Psychodynamic and Humanistic th...
With over 15 years in the mental health field, I'm thrilled to begin the next chapter of my career as a therapist and clinical supervisor at Congruent Relationships. I earned my master's degree in Couples and Family Therapy with a specialization in Art Therapy from Antioch University Seattle in 2014. After returning to Pittsburgh, I spent several years in community mental health, gaining a broad range of experience working with individuals and families of all ages in various settings. For ...
I’m Grace! In the therapy room, I show up authentically. We’re both human, and I believe that connecting on a human level rather than just a professional level fosters a deeper connection and the potential for stronger trust and safety to be built. I spend more time than many on building a strong foundation of rapport with clients through getting to know the stories that built them. I feel strongly that every individual is an expert on themself, and I am a learner in the first stage of therapy. ...
I provide specialized therapy that is individually tailored to help you solve your problems and realize your potential. Clients regularly describe my approach as effective and enjoyable since it combines practical skills with a deeper understanding of the self. Clients also appreciate that I bring authenticity, determination, and humor into the healing journey. I have extensive experience helping people from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and I regularly work with clients i...
Most of the clients I work with feel things deeply. They might worry a lot, get overwhelmed easily, or feel stuck when friendships or school start to feel hard. Some feel misunderstood at home or unsure how to explain what’s going on inside. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. I help clients slow things down, talk through what’s weighing on them, and find ways to feel more confident and steady again....
If you’re someone who looks like they have it together but feels overwhelmed on the inside, you’re probably a good fit here. Many of the people I work best with are students or young adults navigating big changes like college, new jobs, relationships, or figuring out who they are outside of family expectations. You might struggle with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling unsure of yourself, especially when it comes to setting boundaries or making decisions. If you’re tired of second-guessing yourse...
Most of the people I work best with feel like life is moving fast and they are struggling to keep up. They might be anxious, overwhelmed, or carrying a lot of feelings they do not quite know how to explain. Some are students feeling pressure from school or friendships. Some are young adults trying to figure out their next step. Others are kids who feel big emotions and need help understanding what is going on inside. If you tend to overthink, feel stressed easily, or feel like your emotions s...
Jessica is a Professional Counselor in Delaware and Pennsylvania. Jessica is a compassionate and dedicated trauma counselor, specializing in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of trauma and emotional distress. She uses evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy to guide clients toward healing and empowerment. She has experience working with all ages facilitating understanding of how trauma impacts their emotional well-being, physical heal...
Societal expectations can show up in academia in ways that can cause enormous stress. In a world that too often values productivity and individuality over community, co-creation, and support, the experience of being in the academic environment can feel isolating, overwhelming, or even like constantly having to prove yourself. I invite and support my clients to challenge the very constructs that have caused them to feel small. As a therapist, I utilize a relational approach to help you feel suppo...
Our Medication Management Services integrate seamlessly with therapy to support your full healing journey. Whether you’re exploring medication for the first time or continuing ongoing treatment, our goal is to help you feel grounded, supported, and empowered every step of the way....
I’m a good fit for students who get trapped in their head—overthinking everything, replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, or feeling like they can’t relax unless everything is “handled.” You might be high-achieving, but constantly stressed, exhausted, or scared of messing up. Sometimes that turns into procrastination, avoidance, or feeling numb. In therapy, we’ll focus on helping you calm the mental noise, handle stress more effectively, and build confidence in your choices—so sc...
With 18 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practcie, I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to college students and individuals who identify queer, questioning, or exploring their identities. My practice is grounded in research-supported techniques, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to help clients build resilience, navigate life transitions, and ...
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialize in diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, with a primary focus on depression and anxiety. Working from a human science perspective, I draw on multiple clinically and empirically validated theoretical orientations including: phenomenology, existentialism, psychoanalysis, feminism, and post modernism, as well as cognitive and developmental psychology. In my practice, I address a wide range of concerns, including: * Stress, ...
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I employ a holistic approach enabling the client to heal in their own time within a safe, understanding and caring environment. The world of academia presents it's own stressors in many arenas; performance, time management, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, stress and relationships. Through the utilization of various techniques, these issues can become manageable. In relationship therapy, I assist couples in doing the work needed to heal their relationship and move forward, with healthier...
I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy with older adolescents, young adults and adults. Psychodynamic psychotherapy fosters self-understanding and facilitates meaningfulness, satisfaction and efficacy in relationships and work. Psychodynamic psychotherapy can help you: deepen understanding of yourself and others; improve communication and self-confidence; become more productive at work or school; change self-defeating patterns of thinking and behaving; effectively manage stress and anxiety; e...
I am Mark Shoaf and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Coach in Fox Chapel. Counseling is my second career. I previously spent 20 years working in higher education - first at IUP and then at Penn State. My goal is to create a warm safe place and a relaxed place for you to explore, to discuss and to learn. The ultimate goal is for you to feel empowered in your life and to have HOPE. Changing or healing often require learning new skills so my approach is as much about coaching as ...