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Top family therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Strengthen family bonds in Pittsburgh with evidence-based therapy from 919 licensed providers. Our therapists offer attachment repair, couples counseling, and parent-teen support through flexible virtual or in-person sessions. Headway accepts insurance nationwide, helping families access care with average savings of 75% per session.

Kesha Jackson

Kesha Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • East McKeesport, PA


“I have 24 years experience in assisting individual clients dealing with a range of emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, stress management, confidence building, gender identity, and couples issues.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Smigiel

Dr. Stephanie Smigiel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


I’m Dr. Stephanie Smigiel, PhD, LPC, the founder of Smigiel Counseling, and I’ve worked in the behavioral health field since 2013 supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is grounded in a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, shaped by both professional training and lived experience. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and trauma across the lifespan, from early childhood through adulthood, and tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, goals, and strengths.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Robert Wilson

Dr. Robert Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


I am open to new ideas and problem solving, through listening and exploring options. I welcome in depth conversations and always learn from my clients. Creating an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect is a primary goal. Setting attainable realistic goals for life. I have experience in business, schools (k-12 and higher education) and the Family Court System

My experiences include extensive training for diverse populations: Community Oriented Police, School Police officers, First Responders and Hospital security.

I have also taught coparenting classes and work with hundreds of couples in creating and implementing parenting plans. I have instructed and supervised counselors in training at both the University level and have been a hands on field instructor.

In the area of leadership, I have been president of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association, president od the board of both Circle Group Homes and the William Gladden Foundation. I have served on many community boards and current chair the scholarship committee for The Greater Allegheny Education Foundation.

Family issues, Anger management, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tracy Baton

Tracy Baton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I have lived experience in several of the areas I work in — which means I'm not just theoretically informed, I know something about what it actually costs to do this work on yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Unsa Memon

Unsa Memon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Monroeville, PA


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and the owner of Diverse Minds Psychotherapy in Monroeville, PA. My primary focus areas include Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Family Therapy. I take a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach to support individuals, couples, and families in achieving their therapy goals. I believe in meeting each person where they are and tailoring treatment to fit their unique needs and aspirations. I am committed to creating an affirming, inclusive environment, especially for neurodivergent individuals. My aim is to equip you with the tools, strategies, and understanding necessary to foster lasting change and overall well-being.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Schamp

Christina Schamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Canonsburg, PA


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to uncover your strengths, understand your challenges, and achieve your personal goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Samantha Armes

Samantha Armes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Cranberry Township, PA


“I am a naturally inquisitive person who is here to build a warm and safe space for clients to be authentically themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristin Massie-Sunday

Kristin Massie-Sunday

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Delmont, PA


“I believe each person holds the potential for deep growth and healing, and that therapy works best as a respectful, authentic, and empathetic partnership.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelly Lear

Dr. Shelly Lear

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Washington, PA


I’m a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience with adolescents, adults, and families. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology with a specialty in family therapy, and have worked in residential substance abuse, college counseling, and private practice settings since 1980, as a general practitioner and from an integrative culturally-sensitive orientation.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Sangster

Julie Sangster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Beaver Falls, PA


“I believe in building skills and supporting you so you are empowered to make the changes you want to make to have the life you want to have!”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
MacKenzie Haladyna

MacKenzie Haladyna

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am committed to advancing client well-being through the provision of ethical, professional, and effective counseling services, with the overarching goal of fostering resilience, recovery, and improved quality of life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Valerie Ashley

Valerie Ashley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Trauma shapes far more than our emotional world—it influences how we engage, communicate, and function in the workplace.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Eric Gutgarts

Dr. Eric Gutgarts

Therapist

Virtual • Newtown Square, PA


I am the Founder of EQ Therapy (eqtherapy.co), a private practice designed for high-performing clients. I also teach at NYU in their graduate mental health counseling program. My dissertation at Johns Hopkins focused on the mental health experience of intercollegiate student-athletes. I supervise therapists at EQ Therapy who are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. If you're a couple, college student, industry leader, entrepreneur, or athlete, schedule a session with with me today!

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brandy Swoyer

Brandy Swoyer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am here to help you determine ways that you can build upon your strengths and move beyond situations of trauma by focusing on healing...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tibor Baukal

Tibor Baukal

Therapist

Virtual • Coopersburg, PA


I am a highly experienced therapist who has worked in every setting and level of care, from highly restrictive environments, such as hospitals and residential settings, to community-based and outpatient settings. I have worked with children and families, with adolescents and adults, men and women, cisgendered and transgendered, with those struggling with substance abuse, trauma, loss, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. My education and training have led me to understand that those who seek professional help are situated in a relational context, one born out of their experiences growing up, as well as their current interpersonal dynamics. In my experience, people often come into therapy when they are stuck between repeating behaviors that are unhelpful or even dangerous, and not knowing what to do differently, or even how to make a change in their lives, despite knowing that they don't want to keep doing what they are doing. That is when someone like myself meets someone like yourself, and we work together to find a new path forward.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eileen Quinones

Eileen Quinones

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My purpose is to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable in areas you keep most personal.”
Family issues, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisa Wiggins

Alisa Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My favorite part of being a therapist is developing therapeutic relationships. We'll work together to tackle the storms and find hope.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheri Robinson

Sheri Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My main goal is to provide a safe non-judgmental space to allow clients to be open, comfortable, and motivated to identify their challenges, issues, and need for change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Mercadante

Katie Mercadante

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My focus is on utilizing integrative, holistic, evidence-based treatment modalities matching the needs of each client and empowering them toward achieving their individual goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chantal Farmer

Chantal Farmer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is person-centered and strength-based, blending Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavioral strategies, and trauma-sensitive care.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria DeJesus

Maria DeJesus

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and culturally sensitive space where you feel seen, valued, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Klover Johnson

Klover Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive behavioral therapy, Trauma-Informed -Care, Solution focused therapy...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Clyde King

Clyde King

Therapist

Virtual • Marcus Hook, PA


Hello I am Clyde who wants to ensure you receive the best treatment you can, offering treatment in a safe space, nonjudgmental, honest, confidential, timely warm, kind, considerate, professional, ethical, skillful, relevant, current way. Look forward to getting to know you.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristin Paulson

Kristin Paulson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


For more than 30 years, I have been helping children, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges, heal from difficult experiences, and build stronger, healthier relationships. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma, significant life stressors, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions.

I believe healing happens when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, discover their strengths, and develop a greater sense of peace, resilience, and self-confidence.

I earned my Master of Social Work from Temple University and my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Catawba College. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to meeting each client where they are and helping them create meaningful, lasting change.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Blanca Estrada

Blanca Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to help my clients find a path to growth and healing. I focus on interventions that guide clients to feel calm, safe and internally connected, which can help them tolerate the unbearable emotions they have been carrying inside and...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evelin King

Evelin King

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life's challenges...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shirley Spence

Shirley Spence

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and the owner of Transformative Journey Counseling, LLC. I hold a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Springfield College and a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Saint Joseph’s University. I also earned my Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from The Pennsylvania State University.

I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, and adjustment-related challenges. My work focuses on empowering clients to gain insight, build resilience, and find healthy ways to cope and grow through life’s transitions.

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Reiff

Nicole Reiff

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strive to make all my clients feel comfortable in their healing journey. It is Very important to me that none of my clients feel judged or shame.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Desiree Mullen

Desiree Mullen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“You are the expert of your own experience, and I endeavor to provide a supportive space where you can develop a stronger sense of ownership over your life and personal relationships.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jen Van Eeden

Jen Van Eeden

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“We will collaborate to identify goals that feel meaningful to you, and create a treatment plan that supports you in reaching them.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Willoughby Taylor

Andrea Willoughby Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Altoona, PA


“My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered. I believe in using mindfulness-based coping strategies...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My counseling style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cassie Surplus

Cassie Surplus

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My therapy style is creative with a focus on you and what you want to work on emotionally, no matter what the problem.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Parth Gandhi

Parth Gandhi

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is structured, practical, and focused on helping you create real, meaningful change—not just insight, but progress you can actually feel in your day-to-day life.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Lukowski

Jennifer Lukowski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is always the same: help you build confidence, develop coping skills that actually hold, and create change that lasts.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joanna Bienko-Czerniski

Joanna Bienko-Czerniski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, honest, and collaborative. I specialize in helping people heal from emotional wounds like self-doubt, anxiety, burnout, and relationship patterns that leave them feeling stuck or unseen.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Andrea Lapinski

Andrea Lapinski

Therapist

Virtual • Abington, PA


I have over 30 years of clinical, counseling and administrative experience working with individuals and couples, addressing the unique issues related to their unique life experiences. I have extensive professional and personal experience with military families and veterans. I understand first-hand the struggles of grief and medical conditions that impact all aspects of life. I have supported chronically and terminally ill patients, individuals living with cancer or chronic medical diagnoses, as well as parents experiencing infertility, peripartum, and postpartum depression. Whether dealing with life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, or divorce, or simply seeking to express yourself and feel more confident, I am here to walk with you, provide insights, and support you toward lasting change.

Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dagmawi Dagnew

Dr. Dagmawi Dagnew

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling heard, supported, and equipped with practical tools to handle life's challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Tierney

Robert Tierney

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Most couples aren't failing because they don't love each other. They're failing because they're stuck in a pattern they can't see...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avram Altman

Avram Altman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in creating a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our family therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Number of therapists serving Pittsburgh, PA
There are over 907 therapists in Pittsburgh, PA accepting new patients.
907+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
  • 86%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 83%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • 71%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%Italian
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Couples therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Pittsburgh, PA

Finding family therapists in Pittsburgh starts with naming what your family wants support with. Family therapy may focus on parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, communication across generations, or relationship strain between partners and parents. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with family systems, parent-teen support, couples counseling for parents, or other concerns that match your situation.

In a mid-sized city like Pittsburgh, you may find family counselors in Pittsburgh, PA with offices near your neighborhood, along with therapists who offer virtual appointments across Pennsylvania. In-person sessions may fit families who prefer a shared office setting, while virtual care can make it easier for family members in different locations or with different schedules to attend. Session structure can also vary — some sessions may include the full family, while others may include parents, siblings, couples, or one family member. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you understand their approach, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Family counseling in Pittsburgh, PA can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs and make ongoing care more affordable. Headway helps you search for therapists who focus on family issues, review estimated costs before booking, and see who is accepting new patients. You can compare bios, filter by insurance and appointment type, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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