Pittsburgh, PA Motivational Interviewing Therapists

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Alyssa Hunter
Do you feel like you're stuck in a constant battle with your self-image and self-worth. Perhaps emotional eating is your coping me... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW
Female
Do you feel like you're stuck in a constant battle with your self-image and self-worth. Perhaps emotional eating is your coping mechanism for stress, sadness and boredom. Mayb... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
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Birches Health
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care progr... More
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Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care program combines individual, family and couples te... More
Who might be a good fit for Birches Health?
Clients working through behavioral addictions such as gambling or sex addiction and looking for virtual therapy support might engage well with Birches Health’s approach. Their personalized treatment plans incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and peer-support groups, offering accessible care that can fit into a variety of lifestyles. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
Sherifat Forcey
Sherifat Forcey, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with more than a decade of experience... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Sherifat Forcey, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with more than a decade of experience in mental health care. She began her nursing... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
Brian Ring
Brian Ring is a highly skilled clinician with more than ten years of experience in the field of mental health. Over the past seven... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Male
Brian Ring is a highly skilled clinician with more than ten years of experience in the field of mental health. Over the past seven years he was employed by the United States D... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
SUZY GOLD
Hello, thank you for checking out my information. I am a competent and compassionate Catholic Christian psychotherapist who hold... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
Hello, thank you for checking out my information. I am a competent and compassionate Catholic Christian psychotherapist who holds ATR-BC (Board Certified Registered Art Ther... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
EMILY BROWN
I partner with clients to uncover their strengths and increase their daily functioning. My education and experience have focused o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW
Female
I partner with clients to uncover their strengths and increase their daily functioning. My education and experience have focused on supporting teens, college students, couples... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
Jennifer Burbella
Jennifer Burbella, PMHNP, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with experience working across inpatie... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Jennifer Burbella, PMHNP, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with experience working across inpatient and outpatient settings. She specializes i... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
EILEEN MCHUGH
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Masters from Marywood University and have been practicing for 15 year... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LICSW|LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Masters from Marywood University and have been practicing for 15 years. I guide clients through evidence-based app... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
Susan Brown
Susan O’Connor Brown, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in organizational and clinical ps... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Susan O’Connor Brown, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in organizational and clinical psychology. She has been thoroughly trained in ... More
Who might be a good fit for Susan?
Susan Brown offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on improving interpersonal and family relationships. Her work emphasizes building new skills and fostering self-awareness to help clients better understand personal patterns that affect their overall satisfaction and happiness. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
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
Motivational Interviewing
Sheria Francis
Sheria Francis, MSW, LCSW, CAADC, C-SWHC, is a licensed clinical social worker with expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, suic... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Sheria Francis, MSW, LCSW, CAADC, C-SWHC, is a licensed clinical social worker with expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and substance use disorders. S... More
Who might be a good fit for Sheria?
Sheria Francis may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, depression, or substance use challenges. She integrates trauma-informed care with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to foster resilience and support clients in building lasting wellness. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
Jarrod Balmer
Jarrod Balmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Male
Jarrod Balmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, racial identity, and ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jarrod?
Jarrod Balmer offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on healing from trauma and managing anxiety. His trauma-informed care, combined with culturally sensitive collaboration, supports those exploring their identity or facing challenges related to chronic illness, neurodiversity, or mental health within diverse communities. View Profile
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
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
Motivational Interviewing
ALLISON DWYER
Hello! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in PA, and I’m currently accepting new virtual clients. I earned my M... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LPC
Female
Hello! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in PA, and I’m currently accepting new virtual clients. I earned my Master's in Mental Health Counseling and Addic... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
ASHLEY HARLAN
Hello! My name is Ashley Harlan and I am a licensed professional counselor and certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor who s... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LMHC|LPC
Female
Hello! My name is Ashley Harlan and I am a licensed professional counselor and certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor who specializes in working with adolescents and yo... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
ELIZABETH GARAMBONE
Elizabeth Garambone is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, depre... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Elizabeth Garambone is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and life ... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
Nancy Distefano
Nancy DiStefano is a masters prepared independent social worker. She is here to help you with whatever challenges come your way. S... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Female
Nancy DiStefano is a masters prepared independent social worker. She is here to help you with whatever challenges come your way. She ahs over 30 years experience in the mental... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
KRYSTLE KILCREASE
I’m a licensed clinical social worker who believes therapy should feel like a real conversation—not a test, not a lecture, and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW
Female
I’m a licensed clinical social worker who believes therapy should feel like a real conversation—not a test, not a lecture, and definitely not something you have to “perf... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
JASMINA ANANDPARA
Jasmina works eclectically to suit the needs of the individual. Under the model of therapeutic techniques; modalities used in trea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
LCSW|LICSW
Female
Jasmina works eclectically to suit the needs of the individual. Under the model of therapeutic techniques; modalities used in treatment may include CBT, psychodynamic therapy,... More
Pittsburgh, PA
Motivational Interviewing
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
Motivational Interviewing

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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