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Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor

Kirk Shepard

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Let's Connect (971) 290-2341
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Whether you are seeking relief from anxiety, depression, grief, loss, or striving for emotional regulation and self-concept, we can work together to create growth and transformation. I work with folks who live, love, and think outside the box. My clients often face challenges related to identity and belonging. They may feel misunderstood or marginalized due to their queer, creative, or unconventional lifestyles. Many are grappling with anxiety and stress stemming from a chaotic climate future and uncertain political landscape. They might also experience a sense of existential uncertainty, questioning meaning and purpose in life.
Are you struggling with burnout? Isolation? I see clients in the context of their environment and consider how larger social, political, and economic forces influence their development. With compassion and integrity at the core of my practice, I honor the unique path of everyone I work with, creating a safe place to enhance healing and overall well-being.
I can be direct with feedback, but always maintain rigorous curiosity about your insights, wisdom, and experience. I am super collaborative even if we need to take a deep dive into clinical diagnostics. You can book an appointment with me today by clicking on my website!
Call or Kirk Shepard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (971) 290-2341

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Rootstock Counseling

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

(971) 290-2341

Philadelphia, PA 19103

I offer online video sessions anywhere in Pennsylvania. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
I specialize in Climate Anxiety, LGBTQ+ and Relationship Issues 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Rootstock Counseling

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

(971) 290-2341

Philadelphia, PA 19103

I offer online video sessions anywhere in Pennsylvania. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
I specialize in Climate Anxiety, LGBTQ+ and Relationship Issues 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with various insurance companies in Pennsylvania, but I can also provide a superbill for my out of network clients to help with reimbursements.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 290-2341
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Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF
"
I am in network with various insurance companies in Pennsylvania, but I can also provide a superbill for my out of network clients to help with reimbursements.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 290-2341
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Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC017113 Kirk Shepard
  • License: Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors & Therapists C4136 / 2016
  • Certificate from American Group Psychotherapy Association CGP
  • Attended Lewis & Clark College, Graduated 2013
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (971) 290-2341
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Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (971) 290-2341
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Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Climate Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Political activist distress
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF
Do these issues align with your needs? or (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Eco-therapy
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Interpersonal
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational Cultural Theory (RCT)
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I use Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) specifically when working with traumatic memories. I rely heavily on Relational Cultural Theory (RCT) to build connection and rapport with clients. I often use attachment-based frameworks when exploring interpersonal and relational distress with clients.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF
"
I use Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) specifically when working with traumatic memories. I rely heavily on Relational Cultural Theory (RCT) to build connection and rapport with clients. I often use attachment-based frameworks when exploring interpersonal and relational distress with clients.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF

Location

Primary Location

Rootstock Counseling

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

(971) 290-2341

Additional Location

Philadelphia, PA 19103

(971) 290-2341
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I offer online video sessions anywhere in Pennsylvania. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF
"
I offer online video sessions anywhere in Pennsylvania. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Call for a free consultation now - (971) 290-2341
Photo of Kirk Shepard, LPC, CGP, CDWF, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kirk Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, CDWF