Marybeth Kennedy, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in outpatient psychotherapy with children, teens, and college-age young adults. She has practiced in the field of mental health since 1984 in a variety of settings, including foster care, schools, group homes, and in the pediatric hospital setting. Her areas of expertise include working with patients with adjustment problems, mood disorders, ADHD, and chronic medical illnesses. She focuses particularly on children and t...
Rachel Porterfield is a licensed clinical social worker who provides psychotherapeutic care to adults of all ages. She has years of experience working with individuals who struggle with a variety of challenges, including anxiety/panic attacks, depression, grief and loss, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and relationship concerns. Rachel helps others to share their intimate thoughts and feelings while guiding them to learn new skills that will encourage them to develop healthy life changes o...
Todd Pungratz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh, and over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s most complex and meaningful challenges. His career has taken him through hospital settings, primary care clinics, and community mental health, where he’s worked with people facing trauma, grief, mood and thought disorders, substance use, and neurodivergence. He draws from a range of evidence-based approaches – i...
Navigating early adulthood can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when challenges like anxiety, ADHD, depression, or relationships begin to feel unmanageable. Transitions are hard! I specialize in working with adults who are learning to balance it all: health, school, work, family and relationships. I am also personally and professionally passionate about helping those struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating. I have specialized training and years of experience work...
I have worked collaboratively and effectively with those individuals addressing their difficulties such as anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, self-esteem, life transitions and trauma. While working together in a safe space, we will strive to reduce/eliminate negative thoughts and feelings. To achieve this outcome, I utilize a client-centered approach along with a CBT framework. Strengths are emphasized in therapy as an important asset to treatment success. Although individuals going thro...
Many people come to counseling when life gets overwhelming, unhealthy patterns feel hard to change, or emotions become too heavy to carry alone. It’s no wonder then, that therapy can sometimes feel like a lot of work! But having a strong therapeutic relationship and safe environment to process feelings can make all the difference. I approach therapy with a supportive, down-to-earth style in order to give clients the space necessary to pause, reflect, and start taking concrete steps towards build...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Florida with over 12 years of experience supporting clients across outpatient, inpatient, school, rehab, and correctional/prison settings. I work with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as trauma, addiction, family conflict, life transitions, mood disorders and relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I draw from a variety of...
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...
There are so many moments in life where we feel stuck, overwhelmed by our circumstances or feel like our fears and anxieties have too tight a hold on us. Sometimes we need a little extra support to work through these feelings and experiences to move us towards healing. As a therapist, I believe that true healing begins with understanding. My practice stems from a trauma-informed and social justice lens using principles of empathy, active listening, and genuine curiosity to help you better unders...
Reaching out for help is a courageous choice. I am honored to provide a safe space for students to pause, reflect, process, learn, and grow. My goal is to empower clients to live fully and embrace a lifestyle that sustains a sense of well-being. I am licensed in NY, PA, and NH, which allows me to support students year-round who may live in one state and go to school in another, or who plan to move to another state following graduation. Transitions are often a time of increased stress so find...
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Patrick is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Pennsylvania and a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) in the state of Minnesota under the supervision of Kurt W. Oster, LICSW-S, LCSW, QS, BCD, RPT™. He received his Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Pennsylvania with a specialization in LGBTQ+ Policy and Practice. As a psychotherapist, Patrick utilizes concepts from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, narrative therapy...
You’re doing a lot for everyone, and at the same time you’re trying to hold on to who you are. Maybe you’re figuring out adulthood, balancing school or work, managing relationships, or trying to feel like “yourself” while also being there for other people. Big changes — starting college, career shifts, breakups, becoming a parent, identity changes — can feel overwhelming, lonely, or like a loss. You don’t have to sort it out alone. This is a space to say what’s really going on, without having to...
With 18 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practcie, I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to college students and individuals who identify queer, questioning, or exploring their identities. My practice is grounded in research-supported techniques, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to help clients build resilience, navigate life transitions, and ...
I employ a holistic approach enabling the client to heal in their own time within a safe, understanding and caring environment. The world of academia presents it's own stressors in many arenas; performance, time management, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, stress and relationships. Through the utilization of various techniques, these issues can become manageable. In relationship therapy, I assist couples in doing the work needed to heal their relationship and move forward, with healthier...
I offer telehealth sessions for convenience when transportation is complicated to coordinate or scheduling is difficult. I work with clients on relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. More specifically, social anxiety, family struggles, and impacts of ADHD and OCD. I am also trained in AEDP and work with students who have big T and little T trauma histories....
Therapy is a journey where you learn more about yourself, your internal experience, and your loved ones in order to change your life based on your own goals and values. I can help you and/or other members of your family gain flexibility in your thoughts and actions through experiential skill development. At times, therapy can involve vulnerability and emotional expression; while at other times, it can be playful and enlightening. My goal is to create a warm and safe environment where emotions, t...
Hi, I'm Sandy, Licensed Professional Counselor at Bridge to Well-Being Counseling Center here in Pittsburgh. My ideal clients are adolescents and young adults who are seeking a positive change in their lives. My specialties include anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions/challenges. I am also experienced in substance use counseling and utilize EMDR to manage trauma symptoms. I consider myself a guest on your journey to strength and wellness, and I look forward to working togeth...
As a therapist, I'm like a cup of coffee: Warm, comforting, and wakes you up! I want to work with you to break free from the confines of unhelpful narratives and patterns. My clients feel more empowered in their actions and relationships instead of letting their emotions run the show or being overrun by unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It’s always a good session when my clients feel challenged and motivated to be more accepting of what they can't change while moving toward their values, even if...
Ellie Mental Health is not your average provider. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. We have an incredible group of therapists who are encouraged to be unique and creative while offering customized care....