Optum Therapists in Central Business District, Pittsburgh, PA

Therapy is a gift that you give to yourself. You allow yourself the time and space to sort through issues and challenges. You are brave enough to try new things, be honest with yourself, and deepen your understanding of yourself. As your therapist, it is my privilege to travel the path with you, helping you to create it and to guide you as you go. I view people through a healthy strivings lens. This means that I look for the healthy motivations that underlie even the most unhealthy behaviors, and I always find them. We then will work with those healthy strivings to find healthier and happier ways to live.

Are you looking for a safe welcoming place where you can just be? Be heard, be valued, be accepted exactly where you are? I Invite you into my space to experience these thoughts and emotions. As a therapist, I incorporate different approaches which address a variety of mental health issues. I empower you to move forward in life in a way that is dynamic and nurturing. I have an unwavering belief that you can experience change based on your needs and goals. We can walk through challenge and fear together to help you create a fulfilling life.

Now accepting new clients. Life hands each of us all types of challenges. Therapy can help when we feel the need to 'update' our skills in our own 'toolbox' for coping or to make a changes in our behaviors to reduce any negative impact certain situations can have on our mood and on our lives! I have over 25 years experience working as a therapist with mental health and substance issues, coping with trauma, relationship issues, chronic illness, stress reactions, diabetes, breast cancer, codependency, personality disorders, grief and loss, thought disorders and mood disorders.

With compassion and a holistic therapeutic approach we will identify patterns in behaviors and thoughts that may be holding you back from living your best life. Utilizing a solution- focused and cognitive behavioral approach our goal is to help you focus on your desired outcome while building on your strengths. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

I excel at helping those with mood or anxiety disorders learn more effective behaviors. I find I work well with people who are open to learning a variety of skills to make change more of a reality in their life, whether this change is handling stress better, working to improve relationships, being more 'present' in life, or just being able to get out of bed and make it through the day. We're all human, and everyone deserves the support to build their life worth living. It is my joy to help others in that building process.

Are you struggling with carrying the weight of trauma, trying to get through the day, or feeling stuck? Wanting to finally feel seen, learn how to build healthy connections, and develop coping skills to start your healing journey to overcome the "hard stuff"? The human experience is unique and different for every individual person, coming with its own complexities, joys, and challenges. I am passionate about helping people to find and tell their own stories, learning how to come home to themselves in the process. I want to meet you where you are, I am so proud of you for being here!

Hi there! I'm Lauren Sandulli, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Pennsylvania. With over 15 years of experience across diverse clinical environments, I've honed my skills in working with a broad spectrum of people and employ an eclectic approach to therapy. My philosophy revolves around meeting clients at their current stage, rather than imposing arbitrary expectations. When meeting new clients, my aim is to alleviate any feelings of overwhelm about their goals, ensuring they feel empowered to progress at their own pace.

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.

Through times of stress, it is easy to feel isolated, overwhelmed, lost, or stuck. Seeking help is a brave and important step! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship or parenting stressors, identity issues, career or school stress, adjusting to difficult changes, or just need someone to talk to - therapy can help. My approach comes from a strength-based framework where I seek to help you identify and build tools, strengths, and resilience to help you more effectively work on your goals. Therapy can help you build insight into yourself and others with a knowledgeable, compassionate guide.

What if you had someone to process this with, without judgement? Life transitions are often filled with grief and loss, adjustment challenges, and relational changes. If you find yourself going round and round in your head, reach out - I'd love to help. I work primarily with pregnancy/postpartum, pregnancy & infant loss, surrogacy, and infertility, but love all stages of life transition work.

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.

The process of empowerment through self-discovery was one of the greatest gifts I gave myself and is one of my primary goals as a therapist. I assist clients with discovering strength by working through the emotions and negative experiences that have left them feeling lost, unworthy, and/or defeated. I want clients to know they are not alone and that past or present circumstances do not have to define who they are or who they want to be. Change is not easy, yet within conscious effort, introspection, and clarity, exists the power for clients to direct their lives.

We develop strategies early in life to ensure our safety. As adults, we often find these strategies are no longer effective and often harmful. As a survivor of complex trauma and a family history of generational alcohol & substance abuse, I believe individuals can and do recover. My personal journey led me to pursue a career helping others to overcome the baggage of their past.

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.

You feel insecure, lonely, anxious, depressed, irritable. You are being bullied or have been pushed out of your friend group and feel completely alone. You are not happy and know something needs to change but you don’t know where to start. If this sounds like you then I am here to help. I specialize in working with teens and young adults learn to navigate their high school and college years. I know it can feel like you are the only one feeling the way you do right now but I can assure you that you are not alone.

Hi! I'm Jeanine Pearson, a certified professional counselor with extensive experience across various settings including community-based outpatient services, schools, wraparound services, and residential treatment facilities. I wholeheartedly advocate for therapy as an essential form of self-care. In my practice, I adopt a holistic approach to treatment, recognizing the interconnectedness of emotional, mental, and physical well-being, and how they mutually influence one another.

I believe that the most effective way to grow is in relationship to other people, and have faith in the potential for the therapeutic relationship to be a vehicle for deep insight and transformation. I work with adults and adolescents with anxiety disorders, who are processing trauma, who want to improve their relationships, or who simply want to explore their full potential.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, scared or alone? Confused? Anxious? Terrified of what others may or not think of you? Are the walls closing in on you? You are not alone. We have all been there. Change is possible and attainable with the proper support, guidance, hope and most of all, healing. I am a board certified clinical licensed social worker. I earned my bachelor's degree in social work from Stonybrook University in New York State as well as a Master's in Social Work with a clinical emphasis from Adelphi University in New York State. I have been licensed in PA since 2009.

Life can be so hard. It shouldn't be, but it is. Our current culture breeds depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and so much more. We weren't meant to live this way and to confront the constant stream of stressors we face on a daily basis. 40+ hour work weeks, struggling to make ends meet, supporting others while we struggle to support ourselves, unexpected life events, financial instability, always reaching and striving for the next benchmark, promotion, or grade. The list goes on and on and it often feels overwhelming and impossible. Let's get you to a place where you can better navigate all this chaos and be able to breathe!