Therapists for college students near Pittsburgh, PA

Hi I'm Polly- I'm so glad you're here! I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents, teens, and young adults as they navigate life’s many challenges. I specialize in supporting clients struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship issues. With a background in social work, I’m deeply committed to social justice, equity, and creating inclusive spaces where all individuals feel seen, valued, and supported. I believe in the power of therapy to help people grow, heal, and build more fulfilling lives. I offer virtual therapy to clients in both Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, and accept Aetna, Optum, Cigna, and private pay.

We are a dedicated mental health group practice made up of licensed therapists who genuinely care about the people we serve. We have therapists who are certified in trauma, anxiety, DBT, grief, and family-based therapy to ensure the most effective and evidence-based approaches. Our approach is warm, professional, and rooted in the belief that connection and trust are at the heart of meaningful growth. Whether you’re navigating stress, relationships, trauma, or personal transitions, we’re here to walk alongside you with compassion and competence. We’re not a big clinic–we’re real people who love what we do and are honored to support others on their path toward healing and self-discovery.

Hi, I'm Kellie and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been in this field for 8 years, and have been licensed for 5 years. I've worked with and helped a variety of individuals in all stages of life deal with difficult life circumstances. Additionally, I am a certified trauma therapist and certified grief therapist. If you’re looking for a therapist who will meet you where you are and begin to create space to help you find your light, I might be the therapist for you.

Adulting sometimes is rough, high school can be difficult, and just going through any life changes can be hard. If you are looking for help with coping skills, processing life's events, or a non-biased listener, I am here to work with you. I specialize in family therapy, certified in trauma, and work with couples, families, and individuals on a range of issues. Whether you are more comfortable meeting in the office or online, I am available Monday through Thursday.

I am empathetic, warm, and personal, and enjoy sitting with clients through whatever problems they present. I enjoy using CBT and DBT when needed and also employ person-centered therapy. I am a Level 2 CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional). Whether it's processing grief, exploring difficulty in relationships, or managing emotions, I believe that the true gift of therapy is having an available and unbiased space to explore your goals. I provide an authentic and understanding atmosphere to help hold space for whatever clients are willing to bring to therapy.

I have supported young adults as undergrads and graduate students in balancing stress, anxiety, depression, work, relationships and family conflicts for over 20 years. Many students and graduates come to me during and after college in transition periods when they are dealing with academic, workplace, relationship and even conflicts with parents and siblings. While I often provide individual therapy, I have specialties in relationships (couples counseling) and adult family therapy (adult children, parents, siblings).

Most of the clients I work with feel things deeply. They might worry a lot, get overwhelmed easily, or feel stuck when friendships or school start to feel hard. Some feel misunderstood at home or unsure how to explain what’s going on inside. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. I help clients slow things down, talk through what’s weighing on them, and find ways to feel more confident and steady again.

If you’re someone who looks like they have it together but feels overwhelmed on the inside, you’re probably a good fit here. Many of the people I work best with are students or young adults navigating big changes like college, new jobs, relationships, or figuring out who they are outside of family expectations. You might struggle with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling unsure of yourself, especially when it comes to setting boundaries or making decisions. If you’re tired of second-guessing yourself and want support that feels real, encouraging, and practical, I’d love to work with you.

Most of the people I work best with feel like life is moving fast and they are struggling to keep up. They might be anxious, overwhelmed, or carrying a lot of feelings they do not quite know how to explain. Some are students feeling pressure from school or friendships. Some are young adults trying to figure out their next step. Others are kids who feel big emotions and need help understanding what is going on inside. If you tend to overthink, feel stressed easily, or feel like your emotions sometimes take over, you are not alone. I work well with clients who want support, understanding, and simple tools that actually help in real life. Therapy with me is a place to slow down, talk honestly, and start feeling more confident handling whatever comes next.

We're a quirky practice specializing in those who suspect they may be neurodivergent, questioning their sexuality or gender identity, and those who are interested in or practicing ENM/open/poly relationships.

Karen is a Jamaican American therapist who specializes in anxiety, immigrant, and relational therapy. Focus areas include generalized anxiety disorder, perinatal anxiety, social anxiety, test anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, betrayal trauma, dating, relational trauma/conflict (for Individual Therapy); first generation American, Caribbean American, adult children of immigrants, cultural adjustments, family expectations, migration-related stress/trauma, immigration evaluations (for Immigration Therapy); and conflict, dating/dating after divorce, premarital, infidelity, divorce/separation, interracial, interfaith, communication, (for Couples Therapy).

J Snyder Therapeutic Services is a group practice offering psychotherapy/counseling, as well as Psychiatry in conjunction with medication management provided by Nurse Practitioners. We have achieved success by upholding our values of integrity, transparency, accessibility, and ensuring that our staff are competently addressing our patients’ concerns to improve their dispositions as soon as possible. JSTS operates out of multiple, physical locations in conjunction with delivering services via Telehealth, in keeping with our goal of creating both in-person and virtual atmospheres where providers can collaborate in an effort to research, practice, and evaluate the efficacy of their treatments. We emphasize supervision, ongoing training, and accountability to further elevate the scope and quality of the services that we provide.

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, formerly Springfield Psychological, provides high quality and affordable behavioral health treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults to enhance overall health and well-being.. Our compassionate and caring team of licensed clinicians offer diverse expertise to support individuals, couples, and families to effectively navigate and manage life’s challenges. Everyone experiences emotional ups and downs. At times, lingering symptoms can create lasting changes in how one thinks, feels, or behaves. With professional treatment, you or your loved one can live a productive and fulfilling life!

You never quite felt like you fit into this world, never checked off the boxes you were forced into, but you still strive to make a difference. Maybe you relate with being a geek, nerd, misfit, or gamer. I love to work with those who want help creating their own life, their own identity. Whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent, or the misfit community, I’d love to help you rewrite your story to make it your own. And feel free to unmask yourself, you’re accepted here. I am a warm and welcoming therapist, but I won’t sugarcoat things for you. I’m blunt and will call you out, but I’ll always remain on your side. I meet you where you’re at, whether that’s discovering your identity or diving into deep trauma work. I use a humanist approach, with touches of somatic and strength-based modalities.

You’re feeling like you’re barely holding your life together, and you’re tired of pretending you’re okay. Maybe you’re a little quirky, a little artistic, but you’ve always felt like something was “off” and you never quite fit in. Yeah, all of that is exhausting. I want you to find real joy in your life, whatever that looks like for you. I love working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, those who might be a little neurospicy, and others who just want to explore their identity more. You won’t have to spend the first 3 sessions worrying if you’re going to be accepted, you already are. My style is eclectic and I’m always willing to meet you where you’re at in your healing. I like to focus on gentle guiding and building tools. I enjoy following where you want to lead, side quests and all! Don’t worry, if I notice we’re avoiding something, I will circle back to it. I’m friendly, accepting, and a little silly (with a dark sense of humor). I love laughing at the absurdity of life! I want to go into the hard, messy, and weird stuff with you. I want you to understand yourself and reframe your narrative. I know admitting you’re not okay feels scary, but I’d love to be with you, looking underneath everything that has been piled on top of you.

Having a space where you feel truly seen, understood, and valued is essential. I warmly invite you into a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore who you are and what your needs are in order to heal and grow. I deeply believe that you are the expert of your own experience, and I use a collaborative approach to support you in exploring, understanding, and shaping your path forward. I work with clients in both an individual and relationship capacity, helping people deepen their understanding of themselves, their connections, and their emotional intimacy with others. My areas of specialization include chronic illness, LGBTQ+ folks, neurodivergence, trauma-related dissociation, and complex trauma. As a queer, trans, and neurodiverse therapist, I know how difficult it can be to take this step. I am here to support you, exactly as you are, with care and understanding. If you're interested in seeing if we are a good fit, reach out via email or phone & we can chat about how I can support you.

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College is a lot. If you are juggling classes, a social life, and a brain that will not cooperate, you do not need a six-month waitlist on top of it. Little Dove Psychology is a fully virtual practice for college students, based in Austin, Texas. Two things we do differently: if you have always wondered whether you have ADHD, we complete comprehensive virtual ADHD evaluations in under a month, with a written report you can use at school. And our individual therapy sessions fit an actual student schedule, with evening and weekend appointments, all from your dorm, apartment, or parked car between classes. We use approaches with real evidence behind them (CBT, ACT, DBT skills) for the things students actually deal with: anxiety, perfectionism, procrastination that is really something deeper, homesickness, relationships, and figuring out who you are. No judgment, no lectures, just practical help from someone who gets it. Your therapy does not have to end when the semester does. Through PSYPACT, we can see you across Texas and the other PSYPACT states, so if you head home for winter break, spend the summer out of state, or study away from campus, your sessions continue without starting over with someone new. Little Dove Psychology is in network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, and Optum (UnitedHealthcare); the plans each clinician accepts are listed below, and we provide superbills for other plans. Every student starts with a free 15-minute consultation, and most start the same week they reach out.

The students I work with are usually managing more than they let on. Classes, work, money, family expectations, a relationship that is complicated, and a growing sense that everyone else got a manual they did not. A lot of them are anxious. Not always in the obvious way. Sometimes it looks like lying awake running through everything you said that day. Sometimes it looks like putting off an email for three weeks because opening it feels impossible. Sometimes it looks like doing fine on paper and feeling hollow about it. A lot of them are also in the middle of a decision. Whether to change majors. Whether to stay. What happens after graduation when the plan you had at eighteen stopped making sense. Those questions belong in therapy just as much as the anxiety does, and in my experience they are usually tangled together. You do not need to be in crisis to talk to someone. Wanting more support than you have right now is enough of a reason. I was the first person in my family to go to college. I did it without anyone who could tell me how it worked, and I figured out fairly late that asking for help earlier would have saved me a lot. That is part of why I do this work.

Hey there! I’m Joyce Atkins, MS, RDN, LDN, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than 18 years of experience supporting children, adults, and families in clinical, community, and telehealth settings. I specialize in type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, heart health, kidney health, and nutrition support for people taking GLP-1 medications. I also have extensive experience with family nutrition and supporting people managing multiple or complex health conditions. My approach is warm, practical, and judgment free. I believe every person has a unique nutrition story, and I take time to understand your health, culture, family traditions, food preferences, resources, daily responsibilities, and relationship with food. I combine evidence-based medical nutrition therapy with realistic strategies that can fit into your everyday life. During our sessions, I’ll help you make sense of confusing nutrition information, recognize your strengths, and find practical ways to support your health without making food feel more complicated than it needs to be. Whether you’re working on blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, heart or kidney health, or navigating nutrition while taking a GLP-1 medication, we’ll create realistic goals that feel manageable and sustainable. As a Filipina American dietitian, I’m passionate about providing culturally responsive care and creating a space where people feel safe, seen, heard, respected, and included in their nutrition care. I welcome people from diverse cultures, identities, families, and life experiences, including women across life stages, LGBTQ+ people, transgender and nonbinary individuals, service members, veterans, and military families. I also understand that access to nutritious food and healthcare can be shaped by financial, insurance, and other barriers, and I strive to make nutrition recommendations practical and accessible. My Ideal Client My ideal client is looking for support navigating a health condition without feeling overwhelmed by nutrition advice. Together, we’ll focus on what matters most to you and create practical strategies that fit your health needs, preferences, culture, and everyday life. My goal is to help you feel more confident and supported as you make changes that can last. More About Me When I’m not working with clients, I love spending time with my young son and large extended family. I enjoy singing, dancing, strength training, creative activities, volunteering, and participating in community events such as local 5Ks and food-bank outreach. What to Expect in Our Sessions Our sessions are designed to be supportive, collaborative, and practical. You’ll have space to ask questions, talk through your concerns, and better understand how nutrition connects to your health. I’ll provide evidence-based education, personalized recommendations, and realistic strategies that take your lifestyle and circumstances into account. My goal is for you to leave each session with greater clarity, confidence, and a few concrete steps you can actually use in your day-to-day life. We’ll focus on progress rather than perfection and take things one sustainable step at a time. I’m looking forward to working with you and helping you feel more confident in your nutrition and health! Ready to start? Book a visit directly at https://diabetesdigital.co/start.