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Andrea Olson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC (she, her)
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2000 East Carson Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Let's Connect (412) 453-8054
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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 believe that the present is the most important time to be in; however, many things from the past (or even the future) can hold us back from experiencing what is going on around us. When we are able to process our past and our future, we are finally able to connect with the current moment we are living in.
I have worked with people experiencing different challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, interpersonal stress, and identity/self-esteem issues. Ultimately, I am passionate about working with anyone who feels “stuck” and wants to find meaning in their life. Moving forward is possible, no matter how long you have felt stagnant.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Optum
- Private Pay
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- VCAP
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Andrea Olson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Julia Ofrichter (Pennsylvania / CW018868) Andrea Olson
- In Practice for 2 Years
- Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors 1726354 / 2023
- Attended University of Pittsburgh, Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Identity Exploration
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Mindfulness
- Person-Centered
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Fourth River Therapy
2000 East Carson Street
Suite 200
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 453-8054Email me
Additional Location
Erie, PA 16509
(412) 453-8054Nearby Areas
Cities
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Andrea Olson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC