Existential Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Scott Windham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
I specialize in helping adults who are dealing with issues of Depression and Anxiety. This includes those who engage in cutting themselves and other self destructive behaviors. If you are struggling with feelings of sadness, hopelessness, excessive worry, having panic attacks, or just can't seem to deal with the stress in your life I can help you.
I specialize in helping adults who are dealing with issues of Depression and Anxiety. This includes those who engage in cutting themselves and other self destructive behaviors. If you are struggling with feelings of sadness, hopelessness, excessive worry, having panic attacks, or just can't seem to deal with the stress in your life I can help you.
Anna C Giacoponello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (Online Only)
I typically work with those who have been struggling with any kind of grief or who have suffered a trauma, significant loss, or life change. I pride myself in being able to calmly enter a chaotic situation and diligently work to restore a sense of peace and balance. I know that we all grieve and process emotions in our own unique way no matter what the catalyst, so I am always mindful to take things one step at a time and go at a pace that feels best for you. I am open to adjusting my craft to best fit your needs, in the moment.
I typically work with those who have been struggling with any kind of grief or who have suffered a trauma, significant loss, or life change. I pride myself in being able to calmly enter a chaotic situation and diligently work to restore a sense of peace and balance. I know that we all grieve and process emotions in our own unique way no matter what the catalyst, so I am always mindful to take things one step at a time and go at a pace that feels best for you. I am open to adjusting my craft to best fit your needs, in the moment.
eTalkTherapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or alone? Do relationship problems have you feeling frustrated or stuck? Are you experiencing burnout or fatigue in life or at work? Maybe all the above? Our caring and professional therapists are here to help you starting today. eTalkTherapy provides affordable, private, convenient, and quality counseling from experienced and licensed mental health therapists. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, loss of meaning, relationships or just need to talk, we are here to listen. Schedule a free phone consultation or your first appointment today.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or alone? Do relationship problems have you feeling frustrated or stuck? Are you experiencing burnout or fatigue in life or at work? Maybe all the above? Our caring and professional therapists are here to help you starting today. eTalkTherapy provides affordable, private, convenient, and quality counseling from experienced and licensed mental health therapists. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, loss of meaning, relationships or just need to talk, we are here to listen. Schedule a free phone consultation or your first appointment today.
Eliza Fixler
LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Online Only)
I draw on a range of therapeutic interventions including Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and existential therapies, depending on client needs and preferences.
I am an LSW clinician with experience working with adolescents, teens, and adults with a variety of mental health concerns. Common areas of focus in my sessions include symptoms of OCD, phobias, panic disorder and other anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression, and grief. I am also passionate about working with clients experiencing relationship conflict, communication issues, and destabilizing life transitions. I am allied with the trans and nonbinary communities. I enjoy working with clients to explore social and medical transitions, and can write surgery referral letters for gender affirming surgeries.
I draw on a range of therapeutic interventions including Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and existential therapies, depending on client needs and preferences.
I am an LSW clinician with experience working with adolescents, teens, and adults with a variety of mental health concerns. Common areas of focus in my sessions include symptoms of OCD, phobias, panic disorder and other anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression, and grief. I am also passionate about working with clients experiencing relationship conflict, communication issues, and destabilizing life transitions. I am allied with the trans and nonbinary communities. I enjoy working with clients to explore social and medical transitions, and can write surgery referral letters for gender affirming surgeries.
Camille J Interligi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15201 (Online Only)
My mission is to join with others in pursuit of healing, empowerment, & liberation. Those who work with me are often exploring issues of gender, sexuality, disability, racial identity, complex trauma, and relationships. We often focus on alleviating the anxiety, depression, and disconnection from self & others that can result from our lived experiences. Together, we work towards building self-understanding so you can make decisions about your life & relationships with awareness and intention.
My mission is to join with others in pursuit of healing, empowerment, & liberation. Those who work with me are often exploring issues of gender, sexuality, disability, racial identity, complex trauma, and relationships. We often focus on alleviating the anxiety, depression, and disconnection from self & others that can result from our lived experiences. Together, we work towards building self-understanding so you can make decisions about your life & relationships with awareness and intention.
Arriba T. Walker At Grow Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15239 (Online Only)
Are you ready to get out of the valley, step over those mountains, and press through those situations, obstacles, emotions, behaviors or past experiences that have been a barrier to reaching your success, goals and destiny? My name is Arriba Walker and I am the Founder of Trinity Professional Counseling & Development Services, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I specialize in providing Trauma-Focused treatment to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, loss, dissociation and other symptoms that result from traumatic experiences.
Are you ready to get out of the valley, step over those mountains, and press through those situations, obstacles, emotions, behaviors or past experiences that have been a barrier to reaching your success, goals and destiny? My name is Arriba Walker and I am the Founder of Trinity Professional Counseling & Development Services, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I specialize in providing Trauma-Focused treatment to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, loss, dissociation and other symptoms that result from traumatic experiences.
John R White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Life can be full of surprises, not all of them happy. There may be times when, quite out of the blue, you feel anxious, depressed, or just plain stuck. Even in the midst of personal, financial and professional success, you might still find you are struggling emotionally, interiorly questioning, wondering whether all the energy and time you have put into your life is really paying off. Often, you may not know what exactly is troubling you and yet feel quite certain that something is not quite right inside. When it feels this way, therapy can help.
Life can be full of surprises, not all of them happy. There may be times when, quite out of the blue, you feel anxious, depressed, or just plain stuck. Even in the midst of personal, financial and professional success, you might still find you are struggling emotionally, interiorly questioning, wondering whether all the energy and time you have put into your life is really paying off. Often, you may not know what exactly is troubling you and yet feel quite certain that something is not quite right inside. When it feels this way, therapy can help.
Jannette Travali
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, MPH, MS, NCC/LPC, RDN/LDN, CEDS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
I am a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist & Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, I provide Individualized, Integrative Care: Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs, I use an Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, Narrative, EMDR, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Nutrition Therapy –Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
I am a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist & Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, I provide Individualized, Integrative Care: Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs, I use an Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, Narrative, EMDR, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Nutrition Therapy –Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
Ashley King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, EdM, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Areas of interest & specialty include: Generalized anxiety & depression, spiritual & existential concerns, somatic & body-centered work, women’s issues, couples, creatives, helping professionals, HSPs, life transitions, grief & loss, relationships & sexuality, LGBTQ+ issues.
Three beliefs I hold that influence how I practice are 1) human beings are not problems to be solved 2) therapy is ultimately about relationship 3) the process itself is the solution. We humans are infinitely complex; we're full of opposition and paradox. Our culture pushes quick fixes and immediate answers, but lasting change rarely comes about when we work in this way. I'm interested in helping you come into fuller, richer, more conscious relationship with all of your moving and sometimes disparate parts. Together we will work from the inside out through a deep, relational process.
Areas of interest & specialty include: Generalized anxiety & depression, spiritual & existential concerns, somatic & body-centered work, women’s issues, couples, creatives, helping professionals, HSPs, life transitions, grief & loss, relationships & sexuality, LGBTQ+ issues.
Three beliefs I hold that influence how I practice are 1) human beings are not problems to be solved 2) therapy is ultimately about relationship 3) the process itself is the solution. We humans are infinitely complex; we're full of opposition and paradox. Our culture pushes quick fixes and immediate answers, but lasting change rarely comes about when we work in this way. I'm interested in helping you come into fuller, richer, more conscious relationship with all of your moving and sometimes disparate parts. Together we will work from the inside out through a deep, relational process.
Building Happiness Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Everyone has their capacity for happiness and I want to help you find it. Happiness comes from creating connection to ourselves, our environments, our purpose, and others. I help adults looking for assistance in improving their lives and breaking through old patterns of behaviors. I help those looking for direction, purpose, and answers to questions about their experiences. People ask themselves why they keep having the same things happen over and over in their life, I can help figure out those patterns and help to eliminate them so that you can move forward.
Everyone has their capacity for happiness and I want to help you find it. Happiness comes from creating connection to ourselves, our environments, our purpose, and others. I help adults looking for assistance in improving their lives and breaking through old patterns of behaviors. I help those looking for direction, purpose, and answers to questions about their experiences. People ask themselves why they keep having the same things happen over and over in their life, I can help figure out those patterns and help to eliminate them so that you can move forward.
Barbara Duarte Esgalhado
Psychologist, PhD, MFA
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15221 (Online Only)
I believe that it is really important for a person to feel that someone truly hears and understands them. My approach is to create a space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood. From that place, we work together at helping you explore the life you want to live, including understanding and changing the obstacles that are getting in the way of your sense of self fulfillment and relatedness to others and the world.
I believe that it is really important for a person to feel that someone truly hears and understands them. My approach is to create a space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood. From that place, we work together at helping you explore the life you want to live, including understanding and changing the obstacles that are getting in the way of your sense of self fulfillment and relatedness to others and the world.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Are you feeling overwhelmed or depressed recently? Do you need someone who actually listens to your problems? I am a therapist who specializes in working with young adults who are feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or just want someone to process their thoughts with. I believe therapy is for everyone! I pride myself on being an empathetic and responsive listener in session. If you chose me as your therapist you can expect the vibes to be casual and for you to be the main focus. I help clients feel heard, respected, and valued. I work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or depressed recently? Do you need someone who actually listens to your problems? I am a therapist who specializes in working with young adults who are feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or just want someone to process their thoughts with. I believe therapy is for everyone! I pride myself on being an empathetic and responsive listener in session. If you chose me as your therapist you can expect the vibes to be casual and for you to be the main focus. I help clients feel heard, respected, and valued. I work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals.
Naomi P. Tucker
Counselor, MS, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
Are you facing times of change and loss, searching for personal meaning? I have worked with people with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, codependency, relationship issues, and many other challenges. I believe every experience is an opportunity for growth, and I'm dedicated to helping you find your path forward. Let's navigate this journey together.
Are you facing times of change and loss, searching for personal meaning? I have worked with people with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, codependency, relationship issues, and many other challenges. I believe every experience is an opportunity for growth, and I'm dedicated to helping you find your path forward. Let's navigate this journey together.
Todd Vermileon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
In-person sessions offered at the Johnstown office. I will continue to offer virtual sessions too! Counseling doesn’t always have to involve diving into deep childhood trauma, though sometimes it does. Counseling can be the place to explore existential themes that we encounter throughout the human experience, such as meaninglessness, loneliness, shame, inauthenticity, and more. It can be the place where we find acceptance and validation that encourages us to take steps to achieve our goals for a more fulfilling existence. My approach focuses on helping you uncover your true self so that you can live your best life on YOUR terms.
In-person sessions offered at the Johnstown office. I will continue to offer virtual sessions too! Counseling doesn’t always have to involve diving into deep childhood trauma, though sometimes it does. Counseling can be the place to explore existential themes that we encounter throughout the human experience, such as meaninglessness, loneliness, shame, inauthenticity, and more. It can be the place where we find acceptance and validation that encourages us to take steps to achieve our goals for a more fulfilling existence. My approach focuses on helping you uncover your true self so that you can live your best life on YOUR terms.
Dzana Saynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15212 (Online Only)
I utilize multicultural counseling approach integrated with CBT therapy, Solutions -focused therapy, Person-centered, Motivational Interviewing techniques, Acceptance and Commitment ACT model, and existential therapy approaches.
My name is Dzana Saynes, DM, MS, LPC, therapist with Lithuanian upbringing and accent. My belief that unique approach to life changes, and difficulties can be accomplished through cooperative engagements toward improving or making powerful changes your unique life situations. I specialize in helping clients to improve interpersonal skills, reduce symptoms of mental illness, develop better cognitive and emotional skills, and improve self-esteem.
I utilize multicultural counseling approach integrated with CBT therapy, Solutions -focused therapy, Person-centered, Motivational Interviewing techniques, Acceptance and Commitment ACT model, and existential therapy approaches.
My name is Dzana Saynes, DM, MS, LPC, therapist with Lithuanian upbringing and accent. My belief that unique approach to life changes, and difficulties can be accomplished through cooperative engagements toward improving or making powerful changes your unique life situations. I specialize in helping clients to improve interpersonal skills, reduce symptoms of mental illness, develop better cognitive and emotional skills, and improve self-esteem.
Chris Scott Wilson
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
“Ask for help. Not because you are weak. But because you want to remain strong.” -Les Brown To give you some insight into me, my formal education is a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. My passion stems from wanting to help others. It is my personal belief that everyone has a story and everyone has the capacity for change. Together, we can work on constructing that person’s narrative.
“Ask for help. Not because you are weak. But because you want to remain strong.” -Les Brown To give you some insight into me, my formal education is a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. My passion stems from wanting to help others. It is my personal belief that everyone has a story and everyone has the capacity for change. Together, we can work on constructing that person’s narrative.
Andrea Olson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
I feel the most important aspect of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. If we are able to create a genuine relationship that is grounded in authenticity and trust, we can further your understanding of yourself, your experiences, and how you engage with the world. I aim to help people by cultivating a safe environment where thoughts and emotions can be deeply felt, and where we can discover what steps you can take in your life that better align with your values. Through counseling, we can learn how to acknowledge thoughts, feelings, and past experiences without having them overwhelm or define us.
I feel the most important aspect of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. If we are able to create a genuine relationship that is grounded in authenticity and trust, we can further your understanding of yourself, your experiences, and how you engage with the world. I aim to help people by cultivating a safe environment where thoughts and emotions can be deeply felt, and where we can discover what steps you can take in your life that better align with your values. Through counseling, we can learn how to acknowledge thoughts, feelings, and past experiences without having them overwhelm or define us.
Avia Benzion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Through 20 years of practice I have found that people usually seek therapy because they are experiencing something that is too difficult to bear without additional help and support. Life can seem unjust when bad things happen to good people, or when best efforts are not leading to desired outcomes. These challenges are opportunities for renewal and growth. Especially during a time of crisis or transition, the ability to safely connect and openly share thoughts and feelings, while receiving genuine emotional support, clarifying insights, and effective tools for coping can be truly life changing. This is the gift of therapy.
Through 20 years of practice I have found that people usually seek therapy because they are experiencing something that is too difficult to bear without additional help and support. Life can seem unjust when bad things happen to good people, or when best efforts are not leading to desired outcomes. These challenges are opportunities for renewal and growth. Especially during a time of crisis or transition, the ability to safely connect and openly share thoughts and feelings, while receiving genuine emotional support, clarifying insights, and effective tools for coping can be truly life changing. This is the gift of therapy.
Christopher Moncadaleiden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
The world is often overwhelming leaving a lot of us disconnected from ourselves, others, and any sense of meaning. Therapy can be a helpful process to alleviate this suffering and reconnect. While my role is dependent on your needs, I often find myself highlighting themes of self-compassion, trust, and autonomy. Feel free to reach out to see if we are a good fit.
The world is often overwhelming leaving a lot of us disconnected from ourselves, others, and any sense of meaning. Therapy can be a helpful process to alleviate this suffering and reconnect. While my role is dependent on your needs, I often find myself highlighting themes of self-compassion, trust, and autonomy. Feel free to reach out to see if we are a good fit.
Rachael D Goss
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Not accepting new clients
I do not have openings or a waitlist at this time .....Therapy is about creating the life we want to live – a process of becoming who we know we already are. It is about being in relationship – with ourselves and with others. I provide a non-judgemental and empathetic environment for you to explore your experiences and to create meaningful, long-term change.
I do not have openings or a waitlist at this time .....Therapy is about creating the life we want to live – a process of becoming who we know we already are. It is about being in relationship – with ourselves and with others. I provide a non-judgemental and empathetic environment for you to explore your experiences and to create meaningful, long-term change.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.