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Meru Health
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital menta... More
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Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital mental health program designed to help people feel... More
Who might be a good fit for Meru Health?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or sleep difficulties may find Meru Health’s approach to be well-aligned. Its blend of evidence-based therapies combined with wearable biofeedback and flexible, around-the-clock digital access offers support that fits into varied lifestyles and promotes holistic mental well-being. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Kirsten Burks
Kirsten Burks, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Kirsten Burks, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship chal... More
Who might be a good fit for Kirsten?
People experiencing anxiety or depression and looking for a therapist with experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy might consider Kirsten Burks’ style of care. Her approach combines evidence-based techniques with person-centered support, offering practical tools and compassionate guidance to help clients foster self-awareness and meaningful growth. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
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
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
KAMARIA TAYLORMCCUNE
My practice assists Black clients across North America who are impacted by a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, and depr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
My practice assists Black clients across North America who are impacted by a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, and depression through a racially-sensitive treatment... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
VANESSA RICHARDSON
I’m a Doctorally-prepared Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a graduate of Wilkes University. I offer statewide te... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
PMHNP
Female
I’m a Doctorally-prepared Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a graduate of Wilkes University. I offer statewide telehealth services in Delaware and Pennsylvan... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Teri Sarnowski
Teri has years of psychiatric experience and works with all age groups.... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Teri has years of psychiatric experience and works with all age groups.... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Lissa Goldstein
"Lissa is fantastic. She is a wonderful listener and asks great questions. She is very knowledgeable and caring as well. " -Lori R... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
"Lissa is fantastic. She is a wonderful listener and asks great questions. She is very knowledgeable and caring as well. " -Lori R. from FL... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Samuel Choura
Samuel Choura, LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor specializing in substance use disorders, co-occurring conditions... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Male
Samuel Choura, LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor specializing in substance use disorders, co-occurring conditions, anxiety, and depression. He provides therap... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
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
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Simone Totoro
Simone Totoro, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor and addiction specialist with over 20 years of clinical experience suppor... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Simone Totoro, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor and addiction specialist with over 20 years of clinical experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, OCD,... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
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
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
IRIS PARKINSON
Hello, I am Dr. Iris Parkinson, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and rediscover their streng... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
Hello, I am Dr. Iris Parkinson, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and rediscover their strength. I specialize in supporting adults and fam... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Alyne Hall
Alyne Hall, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through trauma, depressi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Alyne Hall, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. She specia... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Brittany Cook
Brittany Cook, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with experience across a wide variety of mental health settings. She spe... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Brittany Cook, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with experience across a wide variety of mental health settings. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety and pani... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Melanie Gerald
Melanie Grace Gerald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working in healthcare. Settings ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Melanie Grace Gerald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working in healthcare. Settings include psychiatric hospitals, addiction trea... More
Who might be a good fit for Melanie?
Melanie Gerald may be well-suited to individuals who value a strengths-based, culturally sensitive approach in managing trauma, addiction, depression, or anxiety. She offers a supportive space that integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, particularly welcoming those from marginalized communities such as Black and Brown, first-generation, and LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Dominique Rasso
Dominique has been working in counseling since 2010. She enjoys being able to help others find their solutions and positives when ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Dominique has been working in counseling since 2010. She enjoys being able to help others find their solutions and positives when struggling. This shows through her supportive... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Jennifer Miller
Jennifer Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counsel... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Jennifer Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.... More
Who might be a good fit for Jennifer?
Those managing concerns related to addiction, anxiety, or trauma may appreciate the methods Jennifer Miller incorporates into her practice. Her trauma-focused approach and use of evidence-based therapies like TF-CBT and DBT offer support tailored to adults and adolescents seeking healing within diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ and veterans. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Amy Flowers
Amy Flowers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adul... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Amy Flowers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through a wide range of mental health chal... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
Leah Tanui
Leah Tanui is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of healthcare experience and more ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Leah Tanui is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of healthcare experience and more than two years practicing in psychiatry. She ... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Compassion Focused
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
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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