Pittsburgh Counseling for Teens, High School, College Students, Adults & Parents

Counseling for Teens

Counseling for teens typically focuses on academic problems, sleep difficulties, bullying, anxieties due to separation, issues in the social arena (in-person and on-line) or adjusting to demands. Transition within the family, such as separations and divorces, losses, and behavioral issues, can also be difficult. We help individuals and the family system to develop healthy patterns for the future.

Counseling for High School

High school is a challenging maze of social pressure, awkwardness, post-graduation plans for vocation or higher education, assessing college readiness, and managing numerous other transitions. Counseling can be helpful for teens to manage the increased independence and responsibility obtained at this stage of life.

Teens appreciate that the counselor is a neutral person not related to them who is invested in their interest and wellness.
Parents appreciate that the counselor is another adult who can help their family navigate challenging situations while listening to all members involved.

Wondering if your child is ready for college or to live on a college campus?

Call us today so we can assess independent living skills and transitioning to college. Consultation concerning college accommodations is also available.

Counseling for College Students and Transition Age

Students face many new challenges today that were unknown to previous generations. Some of the biggest stressors are related to relationships, social media, and the financial impact of choosing a major that will provide for a well-paying career post-graduation. The transitions and challenges that come with college life are some of our favorite topics to help you address.

Together we can explore identity development, decision-making, treatment for anxiety and depression, readiness for college and learning challenges. We can help to explore possible accommodations within Higher Education or the work place. We know that college students face the push and pull between where you came from, where you are, and where you want to go in the future.

Counseling for Parents

Parents often seek assistance regarding parenting and how to help their child manage various situations. Developing natural and logical consequences, as well as structure and consistency, can be explored together in counseling. Learning about resources and techniques to feel successful in your parenting style is an important step toward a healthy family. This is especially important as the child ages, and the roles shift and expand into adulthood.

What are the four main reasons my child is acting out?

According to Adlerian Psychology, the four main goals of disruptive behavior are:

Attention Seeking
Power Seeking
Revenge Seeking
Inadequacy or Assumed Disability

There are exceptions to this rule such as grief, Autism or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Sometimes under- or over-stimulation can look like disruptive behavior.

Group Counseling

In groups we learn from others and know that we are not alone in our endeavors for mental wellness. It can be scary at first to participate in a group but you will be in a safe environment with professionals who will lead, guide, and support everyone present.

Groups can be fun! Groups also help to break down stigmas. We are here to shine light and bring discussion to topics that need to be discussed and explored. In groups you can be the student and the teacher at the same time.