Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Plum, PA
While my theoretical orientation is primarily integrative, much of my work is based off of utilizing practices and principles from CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) and Mindfulness.
Welcome!! My goal is to help support you in living a fulfilling life and build on your inherit strengths. My experience includes working with those who suffer from substance use issues, personal growth and development, and career counseling. I specialize in helping those suffering from anxiety & depression, grief, self-esteem issues, vocational concerns, and marital and relational conflict. I can help you to confront things that have remained unprocessed or new experiences which have brought forth stress or pain. Whether you are struggling from an acute crisis or recent stress, I can help you to better navigate the waters.
While my theoretical orientation is primarily integrative, much of my work is based off of utilizing practices and principles from CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) and Mindfulness.
Welcome!! My goal is to help support you in living a fulfilling life and build on your inherit strengths. My experience includes working with those who suffer from substance use issues, personal growth and development, and career counseling. I specialize in helping those suffering from anxiety & depression, grief, self-esteem issues, vocational concerns, and marital and relational conflict. I can help you to confront things that have remained unprocessed or new experiences which have brought forth stress or pain. Whether you are struggling from an acute crisis or recent stress, I can help you to better navigate the waters.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, work or relationship issues? We are a group psychology practice in Monroeville of 20 licensed, experienced psychologists and therapists who will help you to effectively navigate through your problem. Our specialization areas include anxiety, work-related stress, couples counseling, divorce, grief and loss, transitional and career issues, trauma, depression and post-partum depression/anxiety. We work with adults, children, adolescents and couples. We specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy and EMDR - all gold standard treatments for effective outcomes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, work or relationship issues? We are a group psychology practice in Monroeville of 20 licensed, experienced psychologists and therapists who will help you to effectively navigate through your problem. Our specialization areas include anxiety, work-related stress, couples counseling, divorce, grief and loss, transitional and career issues, trauma, depression and post-partum depression/anxiety. We work with adults, children, adolescents and couples. We specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy and EMDR - all gold standard treatments for effective outcomes.
The decision to seek help from a mental health professional is not an easy one. If you've never been in therapy before, you likely have no idea what to expect, and you may worry that you'll be judged, criticized, or labeled as "crazy." If you have been to therapy before, the thought of "starting all over" with someone new can also be overwhelming, especially if your previous experiences haven't been very helpful. Whether you're a therapy veteran or a newbie, I believe I can help.
The decision to seek help from a mental health professional is not an easy one. If you've never been in therapy before, you likely have no idea what to expect, and you may worry that you'll be judged, criticized, or labeled as "crazy." If you have been to therapy before, the thought of "starting all over" with someone new can also be overwhelming, especially if your previous experiences haven't been very helpful. Whether you're a therapy veteran or a newbie, I believe I can help.
Zack Byam
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plum, PA 15239 (Online Only)
Are you “stuck”—either on something that’s changed in your life, in the world around us, or just in general? Maybe something just feels strange or unsettling. Change is intimidating, even when we take it one step at a time, and often we can’t see the full picture without stepping away from the lens for a wider view. Sometimes, you just need another perspective - one that's neutral and doesn't "take sides." Your situation, just like you, is unique, and I can help you through it. I’m here to honor your struggle and help you build on the skills you have. I can help you respect or heal past decisions and help you to define new ones.
Are you “stuck”—either on something that’s changed in your life, in the world around us, or just in general? Maybe something just feels strange or unsettling. Change is intimidating, even when we take it one step at a time, and often we can’t see the full picture without stepping away from the lens for a wider view. Sometimes, you just need another perspective - one that's neutral and doesn't "take sides." Your situation, just like you, is unique, and I can help you through it. I’m here to honor your struggle and help you build on the skills you have. I can help you respect or heal past decisions and help you to define new ones.
Blooming Expressions Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, AT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plum, PA 15239
At Blooming Expressions, we honor that each person has their own unique set of experiences and needs. We firmly believe in the power of fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Our therapists are committed to listening without judgment, providing guidance and support as individuals navigate through life's challenges. If you are seeking a therapy experience that values your unique identity and experiences, where equity, acceptance, and social justice are at the forefront, Blooming Expressions Therapy is here to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
At Blooming Expressions, we honor that each person has their own unique set of experiences and needs. We firmly believe in the power of fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Our therapists are committed to listening without judgment, providing guidance and support as individuals navigate through life's challenges. If you are seeking a therapy experience that values your unique identity and experiences, where equity, acceptance, and social justice are at the forefront, Blooming Expressions Therapy is here to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
It's wonderful you are taking the time to poke around and find a therapist that will be a fit for you. Honestly this may be one of the most important pieces in the whole process of therapy - that you and the therapist 'click' and are able to co-create a trusting, collaborative relationship. My hope is that our work together brings more groundedness and balance into your life. And this journey looks different for each of us. It’s an active process, discovering unhelpful patterns of physical sensation-emotion-thought reactivity and then co-creating mindful, body-based practices that draw on your inner strengths and facilitate healing
It's wonderful you are taking the time to poke around and find a therapist that will be a fit for you. Honestly this may be one of the most important pieces in the whole process of therapy - that you and the therapist 'click' and are able to co-create a trusting, collaborative relationship. My hope is that our work together brings more groundedness and balance into your life. And this journey looks different for each of us. It’s an active process, discovering unhelpful patterns of physical sensation-emotion-thought reactivity and then co-creating mindful, body-based practices that draw on your inner strengths and facilitate healing
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I will focus on teaching tools of mindfulness, increasing awareness, and distancing from negative thoughts that cause anxiety and depression.
Do you experience anxiety or depression that impacts your life? It can be scary creating the life you want while facing daily trials and challenges. I will help you develop effective coping mechanisms to manage your emotions, establish healthy relationships in your personal life, and create balance to become your best self.
I will focus on teaching tools of mindfulness, increasing awareness, and distancing from negative thoughts that cause anxiety and depression.
Do you experience anxiety or depression that impacts your life? It can be scary creating the life you want while facing daily trials and challenges. I will help you develop effective coping mechanisms to manage your emotions, establish healthy relationships in your personal life, and create balance to become your best self.
Cynthia T Paulding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15218 (Online Only)
With a Masters Degree in Social Work, I use components from different perspectives such as Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practice, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, to assist clients in overcoming obstacles.
It isn't always easy to manage the many parts of our lives. Sometimes situations, fears, beliefs, and unmet needs make the goals of being content and happy seem hard to reach. While we do the best we can, that doesn't always seem to be enough. Could how you do "the best you can" use a little adjusting? When things need to change, it can help to talk with a trained professional to sort things out. In most cases, there are options that have been overlooked. I can support you on your journey to a healthier and happier you.
With a Masters Degree in Social Work, I use components from different perspectives such as Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practice, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, to assist clients in overcoming obstacles.
It isn't always easy to manage the many parts of our lives. Sometimes situations, fears, beliefs, and unmet needs make the goals of being content and happy seem hard to reach. While we do the best we can, that doesn't always seem to be enough. Could how you do "the best you can" use a little adjusting? When things need to change, it can help to talk with a trained professional to sort things out. In most cases, there are options that have been overlooked. I can support you on your journey to a healthier and happier you.
I guide you through a transformative journey by using active listening, powerful questions, mindfulness, and building a safe space.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I focus on the systems around and inside of you. My philosophy is, you must honestly know yourself in relationships to identify yourself as an individual. There are no individuals in the world, only fragments of families trying to express themselves. I work with those that are curious about the world around them. I support breaking generational curses and patterns, to help find your true self. I support disenfranchised groups through the time we all living in. I focus on Social Justice through an experiential lens, that challenges our way of existing.
I guide you through a transformative journey by using active listening, powerful questions, mindfulness, and building a safe space.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I focus on the systems around and inside of you. My philosophy is, you must honestly know yourself in relationships to identify yourself as an individual. There are no individuals in the world, only fragments of families trying to express themselves. I work with those that are curious about the world around them. I support breaking generational curses and patterns, to help find your true self. I support disenfranchised groups through the time we all living in. I focus on Social Justice through an experiential lens, that challenges our way of existing.
Jess Levick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 10 years of specialized experience, generally blending warmth, mindfulness, behavioral and phenomenological approaches in my work with individuals with mood, anxiety and trauma-related difficulties.
We are wired for growth, for healing, and for connection. All of us have an in-built, innate capacity to weather changes, recover from/with pain and loss, and find balance and meaning in our worlds amidst difficulty and change. And still, we can encounter real barriers to living in connection with our strengths. Sometimes habitual thoughts, painful emotions, ineffective patterns of behavior, or stressors, losses and traumas that we meet without the support or stability needed to move through - such challenges can leave us depleted and distrustful of our own capacity for well-being and connection.
I have over 10 years of specialized experience, generally blending warmth, mindfulness, behavioral and phenomenological approaches in my work with individuals with mood, anxiety and trauma-related difficulties.
We are wired for growth, for healing, and for connection. All of us have an in-built, innate capacity to weather changes, recover from/with pain and loss, and find balance and meaning in our worlds amidst difficulty and change. And still, we can encounter real barriers to living in connection with our strengths. Sometimes habitual thoughts, painful emotions, ineffective patterns of behavior, or stressors, losses and traumas that we meet without the support or stability needed to move through - such challenges can leave us depleted and distrustful of our own capacity for well-being and connection.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples facing a wide range of issues. My approach to individual therapy integrates mindfulness- and acceptance-based techniques to guide people toward a healthier relationship with emotional distress and problematic behavior. Cultivation of psychological insight and awareness is used as a springboard for growth, empowerment, and the pursuit of balance and value-driven action.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples facing a wide range of issues. My approach to individual therapy integrates mindfulness- and acceptance-based techniques to guide people toward a healthier relationship with emotional distress and problematic behavior. Cultivation of psychological insight and awareness is used as a springboard for growth, empowerment, and the pursuit of balance and value-driven action.
Highly experienced and skilled in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness & Experiential approaches, I collaborate with couples, families, & individuals-- of all ages-- to identify, appreciate, and utilize their strengths, in ways they have not yet realized.
Because I believe initiating therapy is a courageous and admirable movement toward improving a person's life and relationships, I strive to provide an atmosphere of respect, security, acceptance-- and above all... hope! I am committed to creating an experience in which clients feel empowered through coaching, modeling, and multi-media education that makes learning new concepts understandable and easily incorporated into everyday life. (Please scroll down to view accepted insurance plans.)
Highly experienced and skilled in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness & Experiential approaches, I collaborate with couples, families, & individuals-- of all ages-- to identify, appreciate, and utilize their strengths, in ways they have not yet realized.
Because I believe initiating therapy is a courageous and admirable movement toward improving a person's life and relationships, I strive to provide an atmosphere of respect, security, acceptance-- and above all... hope! I am committed to creating an experience in which clients feel empowered through coaching, modeling, and multi-media education that makes learning new concepts understandable and easily incorporated into everyday life. (Please scroll down to view accepted insurance plans.)
I work with people who feel as if things are outside of their control and are looking to find better balance. Whether it’s a recent experience influencing your distress, or perhaps something that’s been present for much longer, I aim to help people better understand their situation and develop the skills needed to manage the thoughts and feelings that may be contributing to the struggle. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and general difficulty managing emotions are all areas with which I have experience. I also focus on areas such as impulse control/difficulty focusing, managing technology/internet use, and mindfulness practices.
I work with people who feel as if things are outside of their control and are looking to find better balance. Whether it’s a recent experience influencing your distress, or perhaps something that’s been present for much longer, I aim to help people better understand their situation and develop the skills needed to manage the thoughts and feelings that may be contributing to the struggle. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and general difficulty managing emotions are all areas with which I have experience. I also focus on areas such as impulse control/difficulty focusing, managing technology/internet use, and mindfulness practices.
Pamela Hoopes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Blawnox, PA 15238 (Online Only)
I work with adults 18-70's . I welcome college/grad students who arr transitioning to a new chapter in their lives and adults navigating the many changes/challenges we all can face. I help clients explore their emotions, life events & goals in a supportive and collaborative environment. I use a CBT, , narrative, solution focused and Mindfulness practice specializing in treating depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and life transitions. I enjoy sharing/educating about how mindfulness/intuition can be integrated into every day life, how Food/Nutrition can affect our Mood and Empath Survival Skills. Small steps lead to lasting change.
I work with adults 18-70's . I welcome college/grad students who arr transitioning to a new chapter in their lives and adults navigating the many changes/challenges we all can face. I help clients explore their emotions, life events & goals in a supportive and collaborative environment. I use a CBT, , narrative, solution focused and Mindfulness practice specializing in treating depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and life transitions. I enjoy sharing/educating about how mindfulness/intuition can be integrated into every day life, how Food/Nutrition can affect our Mood and Empath Survival Skills. Small steps lead to lasting change.
I welcome working with anyone interested in the therapy process regardless of their issues or goals. There are many options for coping skills such as from EMDR/IFS (emdria certified); Gestalt, Existential, DBT, CBT and Mindfulness. Past/ current clients have worked through generational trauma, disordered eating, sexual assault, family and/ or marital concerns, trauma, depression and anxiety, attention deficit, career and direction of life concerns. It is common to struggle with the first step of reaching out to a provider.. typically people feel relief once they start talking to and then selecting a provider.
I welcome working with anyone interested in the therapy process regardless of their issues or goals. There are many options for coping skills such as from EMDR/IFS (emdria certified); Gestalt, Existential, DBT, CBT and Mindfulness. Past/ current clients have worked through generational trauma, disordered eating, sexual assault, family and/ or marital concerns, trauma, depression and anxiety, attention deficit, career and direction of life concerns. It is common to struggle with the first step of reaching out to a provider.. typically people feel relief once they start talking to and then selecting a provider.
Jannette Travali
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, MPH, MS, NCC/LPC, RDN/LDN, CEDS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
I am a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist & Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, I provide Individualized, Integrative Care: Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs, I use an Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, Narrative, EMDR, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Nutrition Therapy –Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
I am a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist & Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, I provide Individualized, Integrative Care: Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs, I use an Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, Narrative, EMDR, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Nutrition Therapy –Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
Lisa Ann Buettner
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
East Pittsburgh, PA 15112 (Online Only)
I specialize in post-traumatic growth, family issues, mindfulness-based therapy, and art therapy.
Hi! I'm a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I have been practicing for 4 years. I offer support to teens and adults in building awareness around how experiences have shaped them and how to unlearn some of the habits that are no longer serving them. I use art therapy and mindfulness to support clients in exploring their authentic selves and building resilience. I help clients work towards finding peace in the present moment and confidence in being true to themselves.
I specialize in post-traumatic growth, family issues, mindfulness-based therapy, and art therapy.
Hi! I'm a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I have been practicing for 4 years. I offer support to teens and adults in building awareness around how experiences have shaped them and how to unlearn some of the habits that are no longer serving them. I use art therapy and mindfulness to support clients in exploring their authentic selves and building resilience. I help clients work towards finding peace in the present moment and confidence in being true to themselves.
I enjoy working with individuals who are interested in promoting well-being in themselves and in relation to others. Mindfulness instruction is available as a key component of my therapy should this focus be desired. Studies have shown that a regular practice of mindfulness supports an enriched experience of life, feelings of well being, better ability to cope with stress and pain, reduced panic, anxiety, and fear and better concentration. I currently only offer tele-health, accessible from the comfort of your own home or office.
I enjoy working with individuals who are interested in promoting well-being in themselves and in relation to others. Mindfulness instruction is available as a key component of my therapy should this focus be desired. Studies have shown that a regular practice of mindfulness supports an enriched experience of life, feelings of well being, better ability to cope with stress and pain, reduced panic, anxiety, and fear and better concentration. I currently only offer tele-health, accessible from the comfort of your own home or office.
Counseling With Confidence, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
Kesha is a culturally competent licensed mental health therapist in Western PA and understands the mental health processes of clients from different economic backgrounds. During her counseling/coaching sessions she begins by building trust and rapport with her clients because it is important for the client to believe that they have a voice in maintaining their health. Kesha works intensely with clients utilizing mindfulness techniques to enhance inner strengths and abilities to increase their levels of self - esteem.
Kesha is a culturally competent licensed mental health therapist in Western PA and understands the mental health processes of clients from different economic backgrounds. During her counseling/coaching sessions she begins by building trust and rapport with her clients because it is important for the client to believe that they have a voice in maintaining their health. Kesha works intensely with clients utilizing mindfulness techniques to enhance inner strengths and abilities to increase their levels of self - esteem.
Michelle Landau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
In addition to the clinical insights that I offer, I have extensive personal experience in yoga and draw from mindfulness skills which I have cultivated through my yoga practice, such as the use of awareness and acceptance to increase insight into one's difficulties and to inspire growth.
I help clients learn to listen to and hear themselves; my interest is in helping you to develop the confidence to recognize and honor your own wisdom and thereby make more effective choices in your life. My clinical experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, including but not limited to those with major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bi-polar disorder, and grief. If you are interested in gaining insight into your problems and concerns in order to make changes in your life, then our work together will be rewarding for you.
In addition to the clinical insights that I offer, I have extensive personal experience in yoga and draw from mindfulness skills which I have cultivated through my yoga practice, such as the use of awareness and acceptance to increase insight into one's difficulties and to inspire growth.
I help clients learn to listen to and hear themselves; my interest is in helping you to develop the confidence to recognize and honor your own wisdom and thereby make more effective choices in your life. My clinical experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, including but not limited to those with major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bi-polar disorder, and grief. If you are interested in gaining insight into your problems and concerns in order to make changes in your life, then our work together will be rewarding for you.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.