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AMY DUFFEY
Welcome! My name is Amy and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I have over 10 ye... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW
Female
Welcome! My name is Amy and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals an... More
Who might be a good fit for Amy?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, or perinatal mental health may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Amy Duffey, where applicable. Her person-centered, humanistic approach offers a warm and supportive space to help clients identify and work through barriers toward greater fulfillment and well-being. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Kathryn Murdaugh
Kathryn “Kate” Murdaugh, MS, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with 10 years of experience supporting adults through l... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Kathryn “Kate” Murdaugh, MS, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with 10 years of experience supporting adults through life’s challenges. She specializes in women�... More
Pittsburgh, PA
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Keri Walker
Keri Walker is a skilled, down-to-earth, licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She has s... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Keri Walker is a skilled, down-to-earth, licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She has served in many arenas, including community and... More
Who might be a good fit for Keri?
People experiencing depression or anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy might consider Keri Walker’s style of care. She takes a personalized approach that emphasizes active collaboration and empowerment, supporting clients through a variety of challenges including communication struggles and addictive behaviors. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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CARLA STORRS
I am a License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Masters from Case Western Reserve and have been ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW
Female
I am a License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Masters from Case Western Reserve and have been practicing for 8 years. I am committed to em... More
Who might be a good fit for Carla?
Clients facing concerns such as career stress and burnout may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Carla Storrs. Her warm, collaborative style integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care to support young adults in reshaping habits and beliefs toward personal growth. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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BRITTANIE WOOTEN
Ever feel like life or motherhood reshaped you so deeply that you’re still figuring out who you are now… beyond the diapers, t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
Ever feel like life or motherhood reshaped you so deeply that you’re still figuring out who you are now… beyond the diapers, the schedules, and the expectations? I suppor... More
Pittsburgh, PA
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Maricelina Caro
I ask alot of questions. Your wellbeing will be attended to through shared decision making that includes your creativity, kno... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
I ask alot of questions. Your wellbeing will be attended to through shared decision making that includes your creativity, knowledge, and perspective. It is the necessity... More
Who might be a good fit for Maricelina?
Clients in need of guidance around managing mental health concerns may benefit from Maricelina Caro’s approach. She emphasizes collaborative care through thoughtful dialogue, inviting clients to share their insights and experiences as part of a personalized treatment process. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Brittany Cook
Brittany Cook, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with experience across outpatient therapy, crisis services, intensive ou... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Brittany Cook, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with experience across outpatient therapy, crisis services, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalizatio... More
Who might be a good fit for Brittany?
Clients in need of guidance around emotional challenges and relationship stress could benefit from Brittany Cook’s approach. She combines a strong CBT foundation with trauma-informed and mindfulness-based techniques to support adults working through anxiety, mood disorders, and self-worth concerns. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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RASHELL HUPFER
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania and I have been working as a therapist for 18 years now. I wor... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania and I have been working as a therapist for 18 years now. I work with all ages, but primarily adolescents an... More
Who might be a good fit for Rashell?
Individuals navigating challenges like addiction or struggles with self-esteem may find support through the approach used by Rashell Hupfer. She integrates strength-based and gender-affirming therapies to help clients, especially adolescents and young adults, develop healthy coping skills while embracing their whole selves. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Kathryn Nesbitt
Kathryn (Kate) Nesbitt, APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC is an ANCC board certified psychiatric -mental health nurse practitioner treating the ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Kathryn (Kate) Nesbitt, APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC is an ANCC board certified psychiatric -mental health nurse practitioner treating the lifespan. Kate has over nine years of experie... More
Who might be a good fit for Kathryn?
Kathryn Nesbitt may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing mental health symptoms and medication coordination. Her patient-centered, holistic approach emphasizes empathetic listening and shared decision-making, which can be especially supportive for adults seeking personalized psychiatric care across a range of life stages. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Angela Hester
Angela Hester, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Angela Hester, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of me... More
Who might be a good fit for Angela?
Angela Hester may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma-related challenges. Her patient-centered, collaborative approach emphasizes integrating each person’s unique experiences and cultural values, creating a compassionate space where clients can explore treatment options and work toward meaningful recovery. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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SIERRA THOMPSON
Hi, my name is Sierra Thompson and welcome to Bee Self-Full Counseling Services. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
Hi, my name is Sierra Thompson and welcome to Bee Self-Full Counseling Services. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling, spe... More
Who might be a good fit for Sierra?
Sierra Thompson may be well-suited to individuals who value a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach in managing mood disorders, anxiety, or life transitions. Her flexible use of evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness supports clients aiming to build practical coping skills while fostering personal growth and resilience. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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NICOLE KUNEMAN
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Pennsylvania, with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Edinboro Univer... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW
Female
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Pennsylvania, with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Edinboro University (2017). Since then, I’ve dedicated my ... More
Who might be a good fit for Nicole?
Nicole Kuneman offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on building resilience and gaining clarity during life transitions or while managing anxiety and depression. Her compassionate, client-centered style integrates strength-based and evidence-informed methods like DBT and EMDR, creating a collaborative space for healing and personal growth. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Daniel Lowenstein
Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Male
Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He was drawn to the practice of mental health b... More
Who might be a good fit for Daniel?
Daniel Lowenstein may be a good match for people navigating depression or anxiety who prefer a comprehensive and integrative psychiatric approach. His focus on medication management combined with psychodynamic therapy offers a balanced framework to support adults through their mental health journey. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Elisha Baker
Elisha Baker has several years of experience working primarily with mood and affective issues, including depression, anxiety, and ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Elisha Baker has several years of experience working primarily with mood and affective issues, including depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder. She also has... More
Who might be a good fit for Elisha?
Those coping with mood-related challenges or pursuing personal growth in managing anxiety and relationships may find Elisha Baker’s approach to be well-aligned. She emphasizes tailored strategies through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to support clients in finding practical solutions that fit their unique life circumstances. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Victoria Sewell
Dr. Victoria Sewell, DNP, PMHNP is a board-certified psychiatric provider. She is licensed to practice in multiple states. She tre... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Dr. Victoria Sewell, DNP, PMHNP is a board-certified psychiatric provider. She is licensed to practice in multiple states. She treats general psychiatric disorders, conducts p... More
Who might be a good fit for Victoria?
Those managing concerns related to psychiatric disorders may appreciate the methods Victoria Sewell incorporates into her practice. She offers individualized, holistic care that combines compassionate support with careful medication management to help clients work toward greater well-being. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Emily Myers
Emily Myers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience supporting clients facing substance use disorders and eatin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Emily Myers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience supporting clients facing substance use disorders and eating disorders. She has worked in inpatient and ... More
Who might be a good fit for Emily?
Emily Myers may be well-suited to individuals who value a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic environment in managing substance use and eating disorder challenges. She integrates evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to support clients in building healthier habits and increasing self-awareness. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Brandie Smalley
Brandie Smalley is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric medication ma... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Brandie Smalley is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric medication management services to adult patients with depr... More
Who might be a good fit for Brandie?
Clients facing concerns such as depression or anxiety may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Brandie Smalley. With over a decade of experience in psychiatric medication management, she works with adults across various life stages to support their mental health journey with thoughtful, individualized care. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Colette Sanner
Colette Sanner (she/her/hers) is a LPC and ALPS who has been providing an Existential Humanistic Approach to therapy with dual dia... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Colette Sanner (she/her/hers) is a LPC and ALPS who has been providing an Existential Humanistic Approach to therapy with dual diagnosis clients, and also has worked as a holi... More
Who might be a good fit for Colette?
Clients seeking structured support for managing anxiety, depression, or challenges related to dual diagnosis might consider working with Colette Sanner. She integrates an Existential Humanistic approach with practical tools like CBT and DBT, focusing on meaning, personal responsibility, and building resilience through mind-body awareness. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Oscar Castillo
Oscar is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). He prides himself in providing quality, compas... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Male
Oscar is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). He prides himself in providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health serv... More
Who might be a good fit for Oscar?
Clients in need of guidance around managing mental health concerns could benefit from Oscar Castillo’s approach. His combination of evidence-based practice and compassionate care, along with fluency in both English and Spanish, may support individuals seeking thoughtful medication management and collaborative treatment. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Leydi Fonseca
Leydi is licensed in New Jersey and New York with a decade of professional work experience. Her experience lies within the area of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Leydi is licensed in New Jersey and New York with a decade of professional work experience. Her experience lies within the area of depression, stress and anxiety, family confl... More
Who might be a good fit for Leydi?
Leydi Fonseca may support individuals who want to explore personal strengths and resilience through a collaborative, client-centered lens. She works bilingually in English and Spanish, fostering a warm space for those facing depression, anxiety, or family conflicts to identify and build on their inner resources. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
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Mental Health Services in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Home to over 300,000 residents, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a city steeped in culture. Known for its sports-loving community, vibrant arts scene, and rich history, the city is also home to numerous universities and the iconic Carnegie Museums.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Pittsburgh Residents

Notable mental health conditions among Pittsburgh residents include depression, anxiety disorders, and substance use disorders. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, these are among the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions in the state.

Access to Care & Providers in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh offers a mix of public and private mental health services, crisis lines, and community organizations. Local initiatives such as the Allegheny County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities program are helping to enhance access to care.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Pittsburgh.
  • For those dealing with traumatic experiences, many providers offer EMDR or other trauma-focused care.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy options, bilingual care, and dedicated support for veterans.

Local Policies & Stressors

While Pittsburgh offers a vibrant lifestyle, residents may face stressors such as high cost of living, academic pressures from the several universities, and the demands of a changing job market.

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