Female Therapists in Finleyville, PA

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Melody Dascanio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, C-PD, CCTP-II, LPC
Verified Verified
Finleyville, PA 15332  (Online Only)
Will I ever be good enough?....Maybe I AM the crazy one?... Have you had these thoughts? Are you anxious, depressed, a chronic people pleaser? Have your "loved ones" blamed you for "everything that is wrong"? Do you hate the way they act around you, but then a few memories of when they were nice make you feel guilty for having those thoughts (cognitive dissonance)? This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse or emotionally immature parents. This is where I come in. Healing is a real possibility. You deserve it and I'm dedicated to helping you move from surviving to thriving!
Will I ever be good enough?....Maybe I AM the crazy one?... Have you had these thoughts? Are you anxious, depressed, a chronic people pleaser? Have your "loved ones" blamed you for "everything that is wrong"? Do you hate the way they act around you, but then a few memories of when they were nice make you feel guilty for having those thoughts (cognitive dissonance)? This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse or emotionally immature parents. This is where I come in. Healing is a real possibility. You deserve it and I'm dedicated to helping you move from surviving to thriving!
(484) 380-9979 View (484) 380-9979
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Dr. Dawn Marie Friend & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Finleyville, PA 15332
I have been helping clients of all ages, races, and backgrounds live more fulfilling, rewarding, hopeful lives for as long as I can remember. It was natural for me to become a psychologist and make my mark on the world by doing exactly what I loved to do. Although my clients continually tell me how much they are helped by therapy, I can honestly say that I am the one who is truly changed by helping others. No matter what your difficulties are, I can assure you that you will be changed in some way by entering therapy. There is no difficulty too great or too small to work on in therapy. The only constant in life is change.
I have been helping clients of all ages, races, and backgrounds live more fulfilling, rewarding, hopeful lives for as long as I can remember. It was natural for me to become a psychologist and make my mark on the world by doing exactly what I loved to do. Although my clients continually tell me how much they are helped by therapy, I can honestly say that I am the one who is truly changed by helping others. No matter what your difficulties are, I can assure you that you will be changed in some way by entering therapy. There is no difficulty too great or too small to work on in therapy. The only constant in life is change.
(412) 924-8276 View (412) 924-8276
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Suzanne Elia-Hoyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Finleyville, PA 15332  (Online Only)
My name is Suzanne Elia-Hoyes. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Over the last 24 years, I have worked as a professional school counselor, a licensed professional counselor in a school setting and in private practice, and a BCBA. These roles have allowed me to respond to the needs of diverse individuals, including those considered “at-risk” and those with special needs, through the primary interventions of individual and small-group counseling.
My name is Suzanne Elia-Hoyes. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Over the last 24 years, I have worked as a professional school counselor, a licensed professional counselor in a school setting and in private practice, and a BCBA. These roles have allowed me to respond to the needs of diverse individuals, including those considered “at-risk” and those with special needs, through the primary interventions of individual and small-group counseling.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Stacy Dubina
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Finleyville, PA 15332
I recognize that if you are seeking therapy, you are trusting me with either you or your loved ones mental health. It is important for me to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to help facilitate insight, change and growth. I am committed to using my training and experience to help each of my clients to the best of my ability. I value your time and your story and will work with you or your loved one to help meet your treatment goals.
I recognize that if you are seeking therapy, you are trusting me with either you or your loved ones mental health. It is important for me to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to help facilitate insight, change and growth. I am committed to using my training and experience to help each of my clients to the best of my ability. I value your time and your story and will work with you or your loved one to help meet your treatment goals.
(724) 558-6601 View (724) 558-6601
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Kayla Lea Smith-Giannuzzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LBS
Verified Verified
Finleyville, PA 15332
Not accepting new clients
Aetna/Optum & United clients can book with me on Headway.com and Highmark clients can book with me on grow therapy!
Aetna/Optum & United clients can book with me on Headway.com and Highmark clients can book with me on grow therapy!
(412) 851-6471 View (412) 851-6471

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Bria Boyd
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canonsburg, PA 15317  (Online Only)
I have always had a strong drive to help people. My experience as a teacher, paired with life experience has led me to becoming a therapist. I truly enjoy watching people create a better understanding of themselves and ways that they can utilize their strengths in their everyday relationships and interactions. I strive to provide a calm, validating, yet challenging environment that helps to facilitate positive relationships in my client's lives.
I have always had a strong drive to help people. My experience as a teacher, paired with life experience has led me to becoming a therapist. I truly enjoy watching people create a better understanding of themselves and ways that they can utilize their strengths in their everyday relationships and interactions. I strive to provide a calm, validating, yet challenging environment that helps to facilitate positive relationships in my client's lives.
(724) 617-5124 View (724) 617-5124
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Laura Nirella
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McMurray, PA 15317
I'm excited about the opportunity to build a caring, honest, and collaborative relationship with you. I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where you can find healing and growth. I am very passionate about helping parents find healing and hope, as well as helping couples nurture and grow their relationships. Whether you are an individual, couple, or part of family, I'm here to support you at any stage of your journey.
I'm excited about the opportunity to build a caring, honest, and collaborative relationship with you. I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where you can find healing and growth. I am very passionate about helping parents find healing and hope, as well as helping couples nurture and grow their relationships. Whether you are an individual, couple, or part of family, I'm here to support you at any stage of your journey.
(412) 850-4279 View (412) 850-4279
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Jasmine Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Monessen, PA 15062  (Online Only)
Email, text or call for scheduling options! You don’t need to face the challenges of life alone. My goal is to help you embrace your unique strengths and find a balance in all facets of your life. As a licensed professional counselor, I have helped individuals work through a variety of experiences (grief, trauma, life transitions, improved emotional regulation and coping, and more). I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe place to help them become the best version of themselves.
Email, text or call for scheduling options! You don’t need to face the challenges of life alone. My goal is to help you embrace your unique strengths and find a balance in all facets of your life. As a licensed professional counselor, I have helped individuals work through a variety of experiences (grief, trauma, life transitions, improved emotional regulation and coping, and more). I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe place to help them become the best version of themselves.
(724) 558-8515 View (724) 558-8515
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Julie Mariner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Upper Saint Clair, PA 15241
I work with individuals using a holistic approach to mind, body and soul by allowing clients to attain balance and overcome everyday obstacles while meeting the individuals needs. I utilize different approaches to psychotherapy by incorporating various mind-body interventions including: mindfulness skills, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused brief therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. I believe that each and every individual can benefit from increasing self-awareness, focusing on one’s strengths, and the development of effective communication skills.
I work with individuals using a holistic approach to mind, body and soul by allowing clients to attain balance and overcome everyday obstacles while meeting the individuals needs. I utilize different approaches to psychotherapy by incorporating various mind-body interventions including: mindfulness skills, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused brief therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. I believe that each and every individual can benefit from increasing self-awareness, focusing on one’s strengths, and the development of effective communication skills.
(724) 200-8256 View (724) 200-8256
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LeeAnna Petrone
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canonsburg, PA 15317  (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples navigating a range of reproductive mental health issues, including but not limited to: infertility, abortion, challenges across pregnancy, early parenting support, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, reproductive grief and loss, and reproductive trauma. I also offer general life transition, anxiety, grief, trauma, neurodivergent support, and LGBTQIA+ support to teens and adults.
I work with individuals and couples navigating a range of reproductive mental health issues, including but not limited to: infertility, abortion, challenges across pregnancy, early parenting support, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, reproductive grief and loss, and reproductive trauma. I also offer general life transition, anxiety, grief, trauma, neurodivergent support, and LGBTQIA+ support to teens and adults.
(724) 932-6185 View (724) 932-6185
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Jenny McClarren
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Canonsburg, PA 15317
Accepting new patients as of 01/2024! Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsatisfied? Perhaps you are ready to make changes in your life, seeking a new direction, or are ready to embark on a new journey. Whether you are grieving a loss, experiencing the effects of traumatic events, or have been exposed to conflicts in your relationships, I want to hear your story. I welcome you to bring your grief, infidelity, and questions or concerns surrounding sex and relationships into our space. Together we can build a collaborative relationship that will inspire you to take control of your story and empower you to narrate your future.
Accepting new patients as of 01/2024! Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsatisfied? Perhaps you are ready to make changes in your life, seeking a new direction, or are ready to embark on a new journey. Whether you are grieving a loss, experiencing the effects of traumatic events, or have been exposed to conflicts in your relationships, I want to hear your story. I welcome you to bring your grief, infidelity, and questions or concerns surrounding sex and relationships into our space. Together we can build a collaborative relationship that will inspire you to take control of your story and empower you to narrate your future.
(724) 202-0617 View (724) 202-0617
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Angela Failor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, EEM-CLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canonsburg, PA 15317  (Online Only)
My motto is best reflected in the Medicine Woman’s Prayer: “I will not rescue you, for you are not powerless.
Hello! My name is Angela. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Clinical Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner, Owner of Shine Your Light! LLC, and Board Member of OMA Center for Mind, Body, and Spirit. I have a passion for helping people heal from the chronic effects of trauma on the mind, body, and spirit. I have a therapeutic background in domestic violence, sexual assault, and drug and alcohol counseling. I have a clinical certificate in an energy healing modality called The Eden Method. In my energy healing business, I specialize in soul and somatic healing for trauma survivors.
My motto is best reflected in the Medicine Woman’s Prayer: “I will not rescue you, for you are not powerless.
Hello! My name is Angela. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Clinical Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner, Owner of Shine Your Light! LLC, and Board Member of OMA Center for Mind, Body, and Spirit. I have a passion for helping people heal from the chronic effects of trauma on the mind, body, and spirit. I have a therapeutic background in domestic violence, sexual assault, and drug and alcohol counseling. I have a clinical certificate in an energy healing modality called The Eden Method. In my energy healing business, I specialize in soul and somatic healing for trauma survivors.
(412) 538-6128 View (412) 538-6128
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MacKenzie Haladyna
Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15122  (Online Only)
Are you trying to heal from past trauma's? Are you going through a life transition? Feeling drained or exhausted? Are you looking for general support? Looking to improve your quality of life? Wherever you are, Journey to Healing Counseling Associates, promises to meet you where you're at. Seeking help isn't easy, so I commend you for taking the first step. I believe therapy is so important as life can be beautiful, it can also pose challenges you shouldn't have to face alone. I believe in providing unconditional acceptance and positive regard. My counseling style is warm, gentle, and non-judgmental. Be heard. Be seen. Be valued.
Are you trying to heal from past trauma's? Are you going through a life transition? Feeling drained or exhausted? Are you looking for general support? Looking to improve your quality of life? Wherever you are, Journey to Healing Counseling Associates, promises to meet you where you're at. Seeking help isn't easy, so I commend you for taking the first step. I believe therapy is so important as life can be beautiful, it can also pose challenges you shouldn't have to face alone. I believe in providing unconditional acceptance and positive regard. My counseling style is warm, gentle, and non-judgmental. Be heard. Be seen. Be valued.
(724) 402-5799 View (724) 402-5799
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Ashley Spahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
McMurray, PA 15317
Hello, I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey to self-discovery and healing. As a therapist, my core mission is to help you unlock and reach your full potential. My approach to therapy is grounded in warmth and empathy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a partnership, one where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together in a safe and supportive environment. The goal is not just to navigate through your struggles but also to celebrate and build upon your inherent strengths and resilience.
Hello, I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey to self-discovery and healing. As a therapist, my core mission is to help you unlock and reach your full potential. My approach to therapy is grounded in warmth and empathy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a partnership, one where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together in a safe and supportive environment. The goal is not just to navigate through your struggles but also to celebrate and build upon your inherent strengths and resilience.
(724) 801-3743 View (724) 801-3743
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Beth Phillips
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA AT, LPC
Verified Verified
Venetia, PA 15367
Beth has fifteen years of experience with primary specialty in anxiety management, pregnancy & postpartum adjustment, work decompression, and relationship skill building. She offers person centered care that taps into her clinical expertise while meeting each client's individual needs. Instinctually yet intentionally, she greets each client with unconditional positive regard which she believes is foundational for true therapeutic change. Beth's clients commonly describe her as calming and her voice as resonant.
Beth has fifteen years of experience with primary specialty in anxiety management, pregnancy & postpartum adjustment, work decompression, and relationship skill building. She offers person centered care that taps into her clinical expertise while meeting each client's individual needs. Instinctually yet intentionally, she greets each client with unconditional positive regard which she believes is foundational for true therapeutic change. Beth's clients commonly describe her as calming and her voice as resonant.
(412) 566-8565 View (412) 566-8565
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Laura Laughlin
MA
Verified Verified
Charleroi, PA 15022  (Online Only)
Life can be difficult for everyone at some point in life but we don't always have the support or coping skills needed to get through those times. I am confident and excited to get started working together. Schedule your first session with me today.
Life can be difficult for everyone at some point in life but we don't always have the support or coping skills needed to get through those times. I am confident and excited to get started working together. Schedule your first session with me today.
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Maria Martin, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15241  (Online Only)
I work with women who struggle with blended high/low self esteem. To the outside world, we are successful and have our shit together. Except we are masters at hiding pain. Inside, we have a black hole filled with guilt, shame, and feeling unworthy. We feel stress managing family, life, career, relationships, and don't feel good enough. We carry trauma in our bodies and it shows up in our daily life. From a young age, we learned self betrayal was pivotal to be worthy of love and to feel good enough. We didn't have a voice. My focus is repairing the damage due to past experiences and how it’s created a critical view to our own self.
I work with women who struggle with blended high/low self esteem. To the outside world, we are successful and have our shit together. Except we are masters at hiding pain. Inside, we have a black hole filled with guilt, shame, and feeling unworthy. We feel stress managing family, life, career, relationships, and don't feel good enough. We carry trauma in our bodies and it shows up in our daily life. From a young age, we learned self betrayal was pivotal to be worthy of love and to feel good enough. We didn't have a voice. My focus is repairing the damage due to past experiences and how it’s created a critical view to our own self.
(412) 716-3149 View (412) 716-3149
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Elizabeth Kozlowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Park, PA 15129
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals from age 6 through adulthood. I work with clients struggling with a number of issues including mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing to help clients through their difficulties.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals from age 6 through adulthood. I work with clients struggling with a number of issues including mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing to help clients through their difficulties.
(878) 205-0434 View (878) 205-0434
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Elizabeth Skibinski-Bortman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Canonsburg, PA 15317
I often help women who are struggling with hormonal issues, such as Postpartum Depression, PMS, miscarriage, Perimenopause and Menopause.
Are you confused and overwhelmed? Are you irritable, “cranky“ and prone to losing your temper? Are you having trouble concentrating or are you more forgetful than usual? Are you suffering from sleep problems or food cravings? Is stress affecting your daily functioning? I assure you that you can feel better. I teach my clients daily that there is a better way to live your life. If you’re willing to do the work, you can feel better and live better. Please call me so I can help you.
I often help women who are struggling with hormonal issues, such as Postpartum Depression, PMS, miscarriage, Perimenopause and Menopause.
Are you confused and overwhelmed? Are you irritable, “cranky“ and prone to losing your temper? Are you having trouble concentrating or are you more forgetful than usual? Are you suffering from sleep problems or food cravings? Is stress affecting your daily functioning? I assure you that you can feel better. I teach my clients daily that there is a better way to live your life. If you’re willing to do the work, you can feel better and live better. Please call me so I can help you.
(724) 765-0856 View (724) 765-0856
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Dr. Alicia Rozycki Serving Career Women-Military-Spouses-Vets
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Venetia, PA 15367  (Online Only)
As an experienced psychologist, I believe high-achieving professional women can get off the merry-go-round and find balance by setting boundaries.
My passion is helping women who do too much and love too much. If you’re a woman who is feeling worn out, worried, and needing to regroup, I want to work with you. Together we’ll focus on helping you get quality sleep, clear your head of negative self-talk, and figure out who told you you don’t measure up; learn where this huge need to be everything to everyone came from so we can pull it out by its roots. And then the fun part begins–learning to do nice things for yourself, finding your joy, shaking resentments, learning to enjoy saying “no,” and living the life you want for yourself. It's time to get started with a clear plan.
As an experienced psychologist, I believe high-achieving professional women can get off the merry-go-round and find balance by setting boundaries.
My passion is helping women who do too much and love too much. If you’re a woman who is feeling worn out, worried, and needing to regroup, I want to work with you. Together we’ll focus on helping you get quality sleep, clear your head of negative self-talk, and figure out who told you you don’t measure up; learn where this huge need to be everything to everyone came from so we can pull it out by its roots. And then the fun part begins–learning to do nice things for yourself, finding your joy, shaking resentments, learning to enjoy saying “no,” and living the life you want for yourself. It's time to get started with a clear plan.
(301) 778-2728 View (301) 778-2728

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.