Therapists for college students near Pittsburgh, PA

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 sometimes take over, you are not alone. I work well with clients who want support, understanding, and simple tools that actually help in real life. Therapy with me is a place to slow down, talk honestly, and start feeling more confident handling whatever comes next.

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 supported, to reveal patterns, and to help you find ways forward. I also acknowledge that the body can speak and reveal things that we, at times, are not able to verbalize, which is why I integrate somatic practices to help process stress and emotions. Together, we will hold space for you to feel seen and heard, and develop coping mechanisms to build resilience as you continue to navigate life. If you'd think we might be a good fit, I welcome you to reach out for a Free 15-minute Video Consultation!

College can be a lot in general. It can especially be when you’re balancing identity, family expectations, and your own hopes for the future. I grew up as a second-generation Chinese American in the Midwest, so I understand what it’s like to move between cultures while trying to figure out who you are. I offer a space where you can slow down, sort through what’s real for you, and make decisions that actually feel aligned. Whether you’re burnt out, overwhelmed, or just trying to make sense of this phase of life, I’m here to support you in a way that feels steady, collaborative, and grounded in your lived experience. Reach out to schedule a Free 15-minute Video or Phone Consultation.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

Welcome to Lifeline Medical Center. We are a national company that has a small home time feel. We care for each of our clients and walk with them through their journeys. You are not a number to us, you are someone very special. Your health and mental wellness are our first priority. We welcome any who want help either with medications through our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners or Counseling. We are here for you. Reach out now to call and schedule. You will be glad you did. You can also schedule an appointment directly through our website.

We're a quirky practice specializing in those who suspect they may be neurodivergent, questioning their sexuality or gender identity, and those who are interested in or practicing ENM/open/poly relationships.

J Snyder Therapeutic Services is a group practice offering psychotherapy/counseling, as well as Psychiatry in conjunction with medication management provided by Nurse Practitioners. We have achieved success by upholding our values of integrity, transparency, accessibility, and ensuring that our staff are competently addressing our patients’ concerns to improve their dispositions as soon as possible. JSTS operates out of multiple, physical locations in conjunction with delivering services via Telehealth, in keeping with our goal of creating both in-person and virtual atmospheres where providers can collaborate in an effort to research, practice, and evaluate the efficacy of their treatments. We emphasize supervision, ongoing training, and accountability to further elevate the scope and quality of the services that we provide.

At Mindful Changes Counseling we understand that pursuing therapy can often feel overwhelming. It is important to find a therapist you feel comfortable with and who will also guide you to the positive life changes you are seeking. At Mindful Changes Counseling we offer a comfortable, relaxed environment. We spend time listening to your concerns, and collaborating with you to help you reach your goals. We are glad you are taking this step toward positive changes in your life.

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, formerly Springfield Psychological, provides high quality and affordable behavioral health treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults to enhance overall health and well-being.. Our compassionate and caring team of licensed clinicians offer diverse expertise to support individuals, couples, and families to effectively navigate and manage life’s challenges. Everyone experiences emotional ups and downs. At times, lingering symptoms can create lasting changes in how one thinks, feels, or behaves. With professional treatment, you or your loved one can live a productive and fulfilling life!

You never quite felt like you fit into this world, never checked off the boxes you were forced into, but you still strive to make a difference. Maybe you relate with being a geek, nerd, misfit, or gamer. I love to work with those who want help creating their own life, their own identity. Whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent, or the misfit community, I’d love to help you rewrite your story to make it your own. And feel free to unmask yourself, you’re accepted here. I am a warm and welcoming therapist, but I won’t sugarcoat things for you. I’m blunt and will call you out, but I’ll always remain on your side. I meet you where you’re at, whether that’s discovering your identity or diving into deep trauma work. I use a humanist approach, with touches of somatic and strength-based modalities.

Hey, Hi, I'm Fig—I'm a witchy, disabled, neurospicy, agender, queerdo who also happens to be a therapist. As an AuDHDer who has spent many years navigating the crushing weight of autism burnout in late stage capitalism, and the "Too Muchness" that seems to get tacked onto neurodivergent identities, I need you to know that I'm not here to "fix" you. I don't view therapy as a place where we show up and magically make everything perfect, and I'm not a therapist who claims to have a solution for every problem, or even most of them. I am here to walk with you as you reconnect with your body, your voice, and your resilience. I work primarily with neurodivergent, disabled LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples from a person-centered, trauma-focused and trauma-informed lens, which means I want our time together to be collaborative. I don't assume I know everything about you or what's going on in your brain, and I show up to sessions ready to do what feels good to you. Don't feel like "getting into it today"? Cool. Let's hang out and color instead. Need to sit on the floor for this or every session? Done. Whether you just need to vent or you need someone to cry with you while you process some really tough stuff—I've got you. I might be a good fit for you if you're interested in processing relationship trauma and abuse, processing sexual trauma, understanding healthy relationship building and communication (in monogamous or ENM/poly/non monogamy relationships), are looking to explore kink dynamics or gender & sexuality, are looking to process grief, understand your neurodiversity better, or just need someone to talk to who might just "get" it. Therapy is hard work. If you're already this far you've already begun your hard work. Pretty cool, huh? I'm proud of you. Keep going.

We are a liberation-focused therapy and consulting practice offering affirming care, regardless of your identity, we’re here to offer our support and ALL are welcome. Our practice emphasizes affirming care for queer, neurodivergent, and marginalized communities because these groups often struggle to find safe providers. At the same time, therapy is for anyone seeking personal growth and support. You don’t have to hold a marginalized identity to benefit from what we offer – we’re here for the full range of human experience. We believe that healing is inseparable from justice. We offer therapy from a perspective that acknowledges systems of power and oppression. We exist to affirm and support the marginalized identities that are most impacted by systemic injustice and harm. We also recognize our shortcomings and lack of power. We can’t change systemic injustice, but we are dedicated to ongoing education and training that equips us to do our very best at offering support for marginalized groups.

I’m dedicated to helping foster emotional well-being and personal growth in the people I work with and strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly. I am versed in working with children, adolescents, young adults and families who are experiencing an intersection of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, and trauma. Helping people recognize and replace maladaptive coping behaviors and negative self talk with healthier, non-judgmental practices is a crucial part of my practice. Additionally, I am specialized in addressing the intersection between identities (race, gender, class, ethnicity) and mental health. I incorporate my studies in psychology and women’s gender and sexuality into my work as a clinical social worker. They allow me not only to see the person sitting in front of me as an individual but as part of a larger set of systems that have a direct impact on their lives and the lives of those they hold dear. I understand what it is like to feel unmoored and anxious in a world that can sometimes seem daunting. But it’s okay – you are stronger than you realize and are not alone. Come in, and we’ll work through it together.

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 communication and expectations. Healing from sexual abuse is a painful journey. I have experience in working with both victims and perpetrators, which gives me a unique perspective and understanding to assist you in your healing journey. My focus is on childhood sexual abuse, PTSD, women's issues, and trauma as well as other issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, and domestic violence. I am trained in EMDR, which is the number one therapy for trauma. I work with people whose lives have been affected by codependency.

I provide highly specialized, action-oriented, individualized psychological treatment based on your goals and challenges. I maintain a small caseload so I can provide the highest quality evidence-based treatment within the framework of a client-centered and recovery-oriented approach. I specialize in treating: depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, psychosis, and serious mental health challenges. I completed my postdoctoral fellowship at the Aaron T. Beck Psychopathology Research Center within the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. I have advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I worked with and received supervision from Dr. Aaron Beck one of the creators of CBT and CT-R. I am also faculty at The Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy.

I’m an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist based in State College, Pennsylvania, offering in-person and virtual therapy for adults across the state. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS)/parts work, attachment therapy, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, somatic awareness, and humanistic–existential approaches for adults 18 and over. I've also worked for 5 years as a Rape Crisis Counselor answering calls for a rape crisis hotline. Whether you're a Penn State student seeking support or a Pennsylvania resident seeking mental health care, I provide a safe, inclusive space to heal and grow. I can work on reduced rates, and I welcome clients seeking affordable therapy. Now accepting new clients—reach out to schedule a free consultation. You don't need to walk your path alone. With the right support, therapeutic tools, and commitment to the deep work, new healing pathways from within you can emerge. Please reach out if you want to chat further about working together, it would be an honor to serve you.

I enjoy working with people who are experiencing difficulty managing their emotions, and feel a loss of control or direction in their lives. If anger, depression, mood swings, anxiety, or past traumas are making life and your relationships with others problematic, I want to help! My approach to therapy is relaxed and down-to-earth. I will collaborate with you, in a respectful, nonjudgemental, and supportive manner. By increasing self-awareness, you will be better able to understand the barriers keeping you from happiness, and our work together will help you to develop your strengths, coping skills, and confidence.