Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in South Park, PA

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Luke A Watson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
South Park, PA 15129
I use mindfulness based interventions, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and help children develop coping skills.
Is your child or teen or young adult struggling with anger, anxiety, trauma or depression? Are you losing hope and unsure where to turn to help them? I have worked with children, teens, and adults for the past 20 years working to empower young people with coping skills and practical strategies to manage strong emotions. I use a variety of evidence based strategies including mindfulness and cognitve-behavioral therapy to help young people find a sense of inner calm. Happiness and peace are possible for your child and for you. I see school aged children ages 8 and up as well as adults for individual counseling.
I use mindfulness based interventions, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and help children develop coping skills.
Is your child or teen or young adult struggling with anger, anxiety, trauma or depression? Are you losing hope and unsure where to turn to help them? I have worked with children, teens, and adults for the past 20 years working to empower young people with coping skills and practical strategies to manage strong emotions. I use a variety of evidence based strategies including mindfulness and cognitve-behavioral therapy to help young people find a sense of inner calm. Happiness and peace are possible for your child and for you. I see school aged children ages 8 and up as well as adults for individual counseling.
(412) 312-4225 View (412) 312-4225
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Rosemary Cunningham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
South Park, PA 15129  (Online Only)
My focus as a therapist is to assist my clients in recognizing their strengths and using them to become the best person they can be. I specialize in working with the LGBT community on a variety of issues and am a sex-positive therapist. I use a trauma-informed approach with all of my clients and have been helping those who have been through various traumas in their lives throughout my years of practice.
My focus as a therapist is to assist my clients in recognizing their strengths and using them to become the best person they can be. I specialize in working with the LGBT community on a variety of issues and am a sex-positive therapist. I use a trauma-informed approach with all of my clients and have been helping those who have been through various traumas in their lives throughout my years of practice.
(878) 218-9610 View (878) 218-9610
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Dr. Dawn Marie Friend & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Park, PA 15129
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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Tasha Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Park, PA 15129
I enjoy meeting with individuals, couples and families. I encourage coming into therapy for any variety of reasons including relationship difficulties, life changes, trauma, stress, loss etc. I can help address concerns related to symptoms or just simply talk to you about your life in a way a friend or family member cannot.
I enjoy meeting with individuals, couples and families. I encourage coming into therapy for any variety of reasons including relationship difficulties, life changes, trauma, stress, loss etc. I can help address concerns related to symptoms or just simply talk to you about your life in a way a friend or family member cannot.
(878) 216-7479 View (878) 216-7479
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Zandier Counseling
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South Park, PA 15129
More Than Just Talk....... If you haven't been in psychotherapy before, you may not realize that the traditional approach to treatment is to educate the client about their conditions and teach them how to change their own feelings and behaviors. Although this approach can be very helpful, it is usually a long process that depends a great deal on the individual's courageous persistence. Moreover, a change in behavior and belief does not necessarily resolve the history of negative experiences fueling such things as depression and anxiety. These are some of the reasons I offer "More Than Just Talk".
More Than Just Talk....... If you haven't been in psychotherapy before, you may not realize that the traditional approach to treatment is to educate the client about their conditions and teach them how to change their own feelings and behaviors. Although this approach can be very helpful, it is usually a long process that depends a great deal on the individual's courageous persistence. Moreover, a change in behavior and belief does not necessarily resolve the history of negative experiences fueling such things as depression and anxiety. These are some of the reasons I offer "More Than Just Talk".
(412) 253-6192 View (412) 253-6192
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Madison Dobas
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Park, PA 15129
I am a pre-licensed, Master’s level therapist who works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, addiction, and substance use. My goal is to help clients navigate their feelings and offer a path forward to healing.
I am a pre-licensed, Master’s level therapist who works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, addiction, and substance use. My goal is to help clients navigate their feelings and offer a path forward to healing.
(412) 912-4796 View (412) 912-4796
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Alyssa Sullinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
South Park, PA 15129  (Online Only)
Are you a millennial or Gen Z Christian woman struggling with anxiety in your relationships? You're not alone. My name is Alyssa, and I specialize in helping young women like you navigate the complexities of anxiety, attachment, and codependency through a unique blend of psychological principles and Christian faith. I also specialize in helping those suffering from religious trauma or who are looking to reconnect with their faith.
Are you a millennial or Gen Z Christian woman struggling with anxiety in your relationships? You're not alone. My name is Alyssa, and I specialize in helping young women like you navigate the complexities of anxiety, attachment, and codependency through a unique blend of psychological principles and Christian faith. I also specialize in helping those suffering from religious trauma or who are looking to reconnect with their faith.
(412) 900-9326 View (412) 900-9326

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Linda Jean Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA, CGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethel Park, PA 15102  (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Gestalt therapy, Mindfulness and EMDR.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Trauma Specialist and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. I work with clients experiencing a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and grief. I am a client centered therapist which means I use a variety of counseling styles that suit my individual client. I am interested in assisting clients experiencing grief, depression, trauma, anxiety, family issues, and everyday life issues. We all experience loss but each type of loss is different and needs to be addressed individually.
I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Gestalt therapy, Mindfulness and EMDR.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Trauma Specialist and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. I work with clients experiencing a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and grief. I am a client centered therapist which means I use a variety of counseling styles that suit my individual client. I am interested in assisting clients experiencing grief, depression, trauma, anxiety, family issues, and everyday life issues. We all experience loss but each type of loss is different and needs to be addressed individually.
(412) 515-8371 View (412) 515-8371
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Clarissa M Bridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Trainings include Trauma, EMDR, Hypnosis, Mindfulness and many others.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that we are human and spiritual beings unfolding into our truest selves. As a skilled and gentle companion I support and encourage the balance of this wholeness and agree to walk this journey with you. It is in this therapeutic relationship that strength and courage are the center and source of healing.
Trainings include Trauma, EMDR, Hypnosis, Mindfulness and many others.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that we are human and spiritual beings unfolding into our truest selves. As a skilled and gentle companion I support and encourage the balance of this wholeness and agree to walk this journey with you. It is in this therapeutic relationship that strength and courage are the center and source of healing.
(412) 231-9934 View (412) 231-9934
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Elyse Milliron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Waitlist for new clients
I'm an EMDR-HAP trained EMDR therapist who utilizes a variety of techniques ( mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, EFT tapping, breath work) to help you, starting exactly where you are today, in achieving your goals.
Clients who work best with me tend to yearn awakening and change. I welcome the challenge to help clients connect with higher versions of themselves. Trauma, difficult emotions, relationships and the stress of life often lead to feeling stuck, feeling out of control of yourself, your emotions and reactions. My goal is to show you that there is a better way. A way to live with intention and purpose, guided by the best version of you! (Please note I do not have evening or weekend availability and my office is located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh- I will ask you to complete a brief phone consult to ensure I am a good fit)
I'm an EMDR-HAP trained EMDR therapist who utilizes a variety of techniques ( mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, EFT tapping, breath work) to help you, starting exactly where you are today, in achieving your goals.
Clients who work best with me tend to yearn awakening and change. I welcome the challenge to help clients connect with higher versions of themselves. Trauma, difficult emotions, relationships and the stress of life often lead to feeling stuck, feeling out of control of yourself, your emotions and reactions. My goal is to show you that there is a better way. A way to live with intention and purpose, guided by the best version of you! (Please note I do not have evening or weekend availability and my office is located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh- I will ask you to complete a brief phone consult to ensure I am a good fit)
(412) 838-3534 View (412) 838-3534
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Samantha Lalama
Associate Professional Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethel Park, PA 15102
My integrative approach includes Gestalt and solution-focused therapy with a foundation of mindfulness.
Have you found it difficult to live your life authentically? Have you ever felt out of place or different? You are not alone. I value an integrative approach to therapy which allows me to tailor my treatment methods to work best with each individual as no two people are the same. Focusing on a holistic point of view, I encourage self-discovery through the mind, body, relationships, spirituality, thoughts, and emotions. A large part of my work includes mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy which aids in connecting thoughts and emotions to promote healthy behavior.
My integrative approach includes Gestalt and solution-focused therapy with a foundation of mindfulness.
Have you found it difficult to live your life authentically? Have you ever felt out of place or different? You are not alone. I value an integrative approach to therapy which allows me to tailor my treatment methods to work best with each individual as no two people are the same. Focusing on a holistic point of view, I encourage self-discovery through the mind, body, relationships, spirituality, thoughts, and emotions. A large part of my work includes mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy which aids in connecting thoughts and emotions to promote healthy behavior.
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Sophie Hans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
I use CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused work, using mindfulness, breathing techniques, visualization, and goal setting to help clients reach their short and long-term goals.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerne as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
I use CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused work, using mindfulness, breathing techniques, visualization, and goal setting to help clients reach their short and long-term goals.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerne as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
(724) 688-2859 View (724) 688-2859
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Brenda Cappy Gruhn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102  (Online Only)
I also provide mindfulness education and meditation sessions.
Are you struggling with life's challenges in some way? Perhaps, a personal loss, a life change, your mood or self-esteem, or maybe you're struggling with processing and coping with past relationships, experiences or traumas. I offer my clients a safe space to explore and process past events and relationships which are impacting their present, and in turn make positive changes to their current and future selves and relationships. We will work together to help you recognize and resolve your internal and relational conflicts, and create and accomplish your personal goals for therapy, counseling and overall wellness.
I also provide mindfulness education and meditation sessions.
Are you struggling with life's challenges in some way? Perhaps, a personal loss, a life change, your mood or self-esteem, or maybe you're struggling with processing and coping with past relationships, experiences or traumas. I offer my clients a safe space to explore and process past events and relationships which are impacting their present, and in turn make positive changes to their current and future selves and relationships. We will work together to help you recognize and resolve your internal and relational conflicts, and create and accomplish your personal goals for therapy, counseling and overall wellness.
(412) 207-3526 View (412) 207-3526
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Thomas Workman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate research-based treatments such as CBT, ACT, and IPT with mindfulness-based practices.
Hello! I provide a non-judgmental space where you have the freedom to discuss your thoughts, emotions, and other important aspects of life that cause suffering and leave you feeling disconnected and distant. My experience is that therapy, while sometimes uncomfortable, is an enjoyable experience where we focus on growth and not spend all our time spinning in circles while experiencing more pain and suffering. I believe that truly effective and holistic counseling should not only focus on reducing symptoms, but it should also help you experience more joy while living with a sense of lightness and freedom.
I integrate research-based treatments such as CBT, ACT, and IPT with mindfulness-based practices.
Hello! I provide a non-judgmental space where you have the freedom to discuss your thoughts, emotions, and other important aspects of life that cause suffering and leave you feeling disconnected and distant. My experience is that therapy, while sometimes uncomfortable, is an enjoyable experience where we focus on growth and not spend all our time spinning in circles while experiencing more pain and suffering. I believe that truly effective and holistic counseling should not only focus on reducing symptoms, but it should also help you experience more joy while living with a sense of lightness and freedom.
(724) 598-9893 View (724) 598-9893
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James Yackuboskey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethel Park, PA 15102
My counseling style is rooted in person-centered compassion, along with a strength-based and mindfulness emphasis.
Many times, our lives encounter challenges along the way. I believe clients are the experts on their experiences, and I hope to serve as a guide to help them navigate through those struggles and reach their personal goals.
My counseling style is rooted in person-centered compassion, along with a strength-based and mindfulness emphasis.
Many times, our lives encounter challenges along the way. I believe clients are the experts on their experiences, and I hope to serve as a guide to help them navigate through those struggles and reach their personal goals.
(724) 260-6117 View (724) 260-6117
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Josie Albrecht
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
I also use mindfulness techniques, parts work, and a person-centered, strength-based approach.
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
I also use mindfulness techniques, parts work, and a person-centered, strength-based approach.
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
(724) 862-6180 View (724) 862-6180
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Evan Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
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.
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.
(878) 206-0275 View (878) 206-0275
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Dr. Terra Mauro
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CRC
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I have 20 + years experience combined in psychotherapy and rehabilitation counseling. Our busy world demands many tools for coping, problem-solving, and stress management. Personal wellness, positive thinking patterns, and effective self-talk make a difference. Learning to manage life's stressors provides an important base for happiness. Making good choices for yourself improves your quality of life, mental health, and personal wellness.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I have 20 + years experience combined in psychotherapy and rehabilitation counseling. Our busy world demands many tools for coping, problem-solving, and stress management. Personal wellness, positive thinking patterns, and effective self-talk make a difference. Learning to manage life's stressors provides an important base for happiness. Making good choices for yourself improves your quality of life, mental health, and personal wellness.
(724) 259-7149 View (724) 259-7149
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Christine Cremonni
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
My ideal candidate is struggling with intrusive thoughts and anxiety; they need both a safe space to share their thoughts and emotions, as well as guidance; their goals are to develop a healthier relationship with themself, as well as develop coping skills and tools to manage their mental health concerns better.
My ideal candidate is struggling with intrusive thoughts and anxiety; they need both a safe space to share their thoughts and emotions, as well as guidance; their goals are to develop a healthier relationship with themself, as well as develop coping skills and tools to manage their mental health concerns better.
(724) 414-3338 View (724) 414-3338
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Kari Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Bethel Park, PA 15102
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
(267) 532-1310 View (267) 532-1310

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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.