In-Person in Pittsburgh, PA 15219
In-Person in Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Online in New Jersey, Pennsylvania
I’m Stephanie, a licensed professional counselor who believes you deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported as your authentic self. I work with children, teens, adults, and families, with a special focus on neurodivergence, anxiety, and trauma.
My approach is warm, collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed. Together, we’ll explore what matters to you, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies that fit your life. Online therapy offers the convenience of meeting from your own home, where direct coaching can help you practice skills in the environment where you use them.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a change, or looking to better understand yourself or your child, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Reach out so we can explore what support could look like for you. If no one told you today, I believe in you.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: Engligh
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
Approach Description: My approach is collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed. I take time to understand your experiences, strengths, and goals so we can tailor therapy to what works for you. Together, we’ll build understanding, practice skills, and find strategies that fit your everyday life. Through online sessions, I offer support and direct coaching in the comfort of your own home, helping you apply what we work on in your familiar environment.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 100
- Accepts Insurance
- blue cross blue shield, highmark, cigna, atena, horizon blue cross, captial blue
Education & Credentials
Stephanie Smigiel, LPC PhD, LPC
- Female
- License # PC009792
- Licensed in pa
- Practicing Since 2013
Education: I earned my PhD in Instructional Leadership and Management from Robert Morris University, my master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Waynesburg University, and my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. My education informs my collaborative approach to therapy an
Stephanie Smigiel, LPC Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Pittsburgh, PA 15219 and Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- Available Online for residents of New Jersey, Pennsylvania
- Online Therapy Details: Secure telehealth platform
I'm currently virtual, I can meet you from the comfort of your own space as long as you are physical in the state of PA or NJ