Sexual Addiction Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Are you having difficulty making decisions, expressing your emotions, or struggling to improve your personal relationship(s)? Admitting we have a problem and working to change our behaviors can be a challenge. I use cognitive behavioral, humanist, and mindfulness-based approaches to help clients focus in the here and now while gaining insight into themselves. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who offers therapy designed to help you learn healthy coping skills and improve your well being. I do not offer evening or weekend hours.

Have you been feeling stressed, anxious or unbalanced? I provide therapy to individuals ages 18 and older. I provide individual and couple's therapy. I am committed to providing a non-judgmental space to services clients. I provide services for individuals dealing with grief, relationship issues, adjustment issues, life changes, divorce and separation, nontraditional relationships, marital therapy, sexual identity, women's sexual health, general anxiety and depression.

Are you feeling like you can't manage your life? Do you want to learn how to reduce risky behaviors? Do you feel out of control of your emotions, thinking, and /or behavior? Do you want to regain your confidence in yourself, at home, and at work? If you are a man or woman in Recovery from substance Abuse, Sex Addiction, or Compulsive Gambling, or you think you may need to get into Recovery, I think I can help. Right now, I'm prioritizing male Recovery clients as my schedule is nearly full.

Do you feel invisible? Has life lost it's zest? Do you feel like you and your spouse can't communicate? Are you talking about the same things over and over again and not getting anywhere? It is never too late to look at areas of your life that create significant stress and make a change; or take a troubled relationship and turn it into a healthy, loving, supportive union. I have had great success helping individuals & couples identify and resolve persistent issues helping them live the life they want. My passion is to motivate you to realize your full potential and achieve your dreams.

Should I stay or should I go? A huge question that's weighed on you. It keeps you up at night, stressing you out. Life would be so much easier if your relationship wasn't so hard. You wish you could communicate better; feel understood. But, damn, your shit and their shit get in the way. Not to mention the pressures of career, aging parents, or demanding children. It all gets thrown in the mix, leaving you exhausted, distracted, and disenchanted by the status quo. You want things to change (better sex, intimacy, connection); you're finally ready to take charge of your life in a new and meaningful way. You've come to the right place!

John Impavido is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. he received his Master's Degree from the University of Pittsburgh in Counselor Education. his Bachelor's Degree is from Toccoa Falls College, where he majored in Bible and Theology, with minors in Pastoral Ministries and Christian Education. Mr. Impavido has been a pioneer in the treatment of SEXUAL and PORNOGRAPHY ADDICTION since 1985. he has been very influential in establishing the Sexaholics Anonymous and Every Man's Battle meetings in the Greater Pittsburgh area.

Therapists do many things, including helping people develop awareness and insight into challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I can help with stress management, relationship difficulties, the effects of living with a mental health symptoms. Knowing what therapists do can help you learn how to choose the right therapist for you. I can assist you to do many things, including helping you develop awareness and insight into bothersome thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

You're ready to confront the problems that are holding you back from happiness, unsatisfying relationships, or professional growth. Perhaps you hit rock bottom or have mild issues that need fine-tuning of emotional skills. We'll first clarify your life goals, identify the barriers to achieving them, and learn how deep you need to dig to get what you want. I've developed a scientific method that lets you" take your mental temperature" to see if you are in a normal or dysfunctional state of mind and to pinpoint areas that need improvement. Whatever, the problems, they are a springboard to transformation and growth.

I have successfully treated people struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma/PTSD, loss of a loved one, sexual difficulties, and relationship distress. I work with individuals, couples, and families, with the goal of helping people become more aware of and more comfortable with themselves and others. Life is complex, and I enjoy the challenges of assisting people through their unpredictable journeys. I create a supportive therapeutic environment where my clients feel safe to explore themselves, their relationships, and the world around them.

Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and together come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.

Compulsive behaviors impact all aspects of one’s life, including thoughts, feelings, and actions. They can lead to various addictions, including substance use, sex, social media, relationships, gambling, and more. People with compulsive behaviors often struggle to align their actions with personal goals. For more than twenty years, I have supported individuals struggling with compulsive behaviors. I built my practice upon the idea that anyone can recover if given the right tools and environment, and I aim to provide a safe space where clients gain insight into their emotions, experiences, and behavioral patterns.

Rather than subscribing to the traditional adage of counseling, “meet clients where they’re at”, Kosta embraces the viewpoint, “meet clients where they dream!” (Steve Andrew). NIKA Therapy is a private practice that utilizes the finest professional tools & evidence-based practices. Kosta is an experienced professional therapist that leads you to explore & navigate the challenges you face. With many years in helping individuals, couples and parents, he is skilled, intentional and compassionate, as he guides you to proactively address a broad scope of concerns.

Nobody gets through life without difficult experiences. Some experiences, like living through childhood neglect, abuse, or family dysfunction, make everyday stressors even more difficult. Difficult childhood experiences don’t just “go away” once we become adults. They can impact every aspect of adult life.

You may be suffering from anxiety, depression, or compulsive behavior, having trouble making a relationship work, or perhaps had therapy or medication that has not helped enough. I listen with empathy and compassion and bring to bear my clinical training and experience so that you heal and grow in ways that are transformative and lasting. For religious people I am comfortable integrating your spiritual beliefs into our work.

Relationships are my expertise, especially issues of broken trust, poor communication, intimacy and addiction. There is no "perfect partner", but intimate partnerships should be a source of joy, safety and support. Whether you are dating or engaged, married or contemplating divorce, "straight" or LGBTQIA, monogamous or poly, kinky or vanilla, Millenial or retired, you CAN feel understood by one another with deep, joyful connection! With over 40 years of experience, my clinical toolbox is full of skills and concepts that will move you forward together. (Telehealth only. Sorry, no insurance accepted but receipts provided OON.)

Open Space CCW is a LGBTQIA+ competent, relationship minority affirming, and social justice-oriented practice. Our goal is to eliminate fear of judgement as a barrier to personal growth and wellness. We help people move from merely surviving their lives—to truly thriving. FINALLY. We want people to walk in and feel—in their gut—genuinely welcomed with open arms and open minds. We want people to finally LET GO of the things that have been weighing them down—unabashedly and without hesitation. Our clinicians show up authentically, so that you feel like you can, too. NOTHING is off limits around here. We are holding this space for you.

My ideal client is introspective, honest, and engaged in doing the work necessary for personal growth. I am passionate about helping others heal from trauma, especially attachment trauma from childhood, and I believe that looking into your past can help you explore how you became the person you are today and grow into the person you want to be.

**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** **Now an out of state licensed registered telehealth professional in the state of Florida.** Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or pandemic related stress? Have you been meaning to make an appointment with a therapist for a while, but just haven't done it yet? I understand.... let's talk about it.

Step by Step support offers both group and individual therapy so individuals may work out the underlying causes of their addiction problems in a comfortable and constructive environment. Individual therapy works to identify thoughts and behaviors that lead to substance abuse. Group therapy allows clients to work together on common experiences they share through their recovery and feedback with peer-to-peer input. Therapy includes: Family, Anger Management, and Interventions. We can also provide help with interventions, links to other resources in the recovery community, DUI assessments, and forensic assessments.