In-Person in Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Online in Pennsylvania
At Confluence Mind and Motion, we help clients reconnect with the parts of themselves that feel distant, overwhelmed, or forgotten. We believe meaningful change happens when people feel emotionally safe and supported—both within their relationships and within themselves. Our work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy and attachment science, guiding clients as they rebuild confidence, heal from disconnection, and rediscover their internal sources of strength. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, trauma, identity challenges, or the pressures of athletic performance, we offer a steady and collaborative space to explore what’s getting in the way and what’s possible next. Many people come to us feeling stuck, frustrated, or unsure how to return to the version of themselves they know they can be. Together, we work to uncover clarity, resilience, and renewed direction—so you can move forward with purpose and self-trust.
Client Focus
Session Format: Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
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.
- 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.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
Approach Description: Our approach begins with a simple truth: symptoms don’t tell a whole story. Anxiety, depression, focus issues, or performance struggles are often signals of deeper emotional disconnection—moments when inner safety, confidence, or belonging have been disrupted. At Confluence Mind and Motion, we look beyond diagnosis to understand the human experience beneath it: the hurt, the pressure, the silence, the longing, and the parts of you that are trying to be heard.
Rooted in attachment science and guided by person-centered values, our work focuses on restoring connection—both within yourself and with the people who matter most. We slow down emotional patterns, explore what feels missing or overwhelming, and help clients find the secure ground that makes growth possible. Instead of fixing “what’s wrong,” we help uncover the relational and internal forces that once made you feel safe, steady, and capable.
Many clients come to us in a season of storms—navigating stress, identity shifts, injury, transition, or the weight of expectations. In those moments, your inner landscape can feel cloudy, confusing, or unfamiliar. Together, we help you rediscover the stars in your sky: the values, relationships, and strengths that guide you back to yourself. Our goal is to create a therapeutic space that feels grounded, collaborative, and emotionally attuned so healing can take root and resilience can grow from the inside out.
Education & Credentials
Confluence Mind and Motion
- Female, Male
- License # CW021275
- Licensed in PA
- Practicing Since 2017
Finances
Fees
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Confluence Mind and Motion offers a limited number of sliding-scale openings for clients who need reduced-fee care. These rates are determined on a case-by-case basis and are most often available with our pre-licensed clinicians, whose standard cash rates are intentionally lower to increase accessibility. Session length and frequency are not restricted and remain at the discretion of each clinician to ensure treatment is clinically appropriate and supportive. Sliding-scale availability may vary by location and clinician, and we encourage clients to ask about current openings during consultation.
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna; Blue Cross Blue Shield; Cigna; Highmark; UPMC; United Healthcare; Optum
Confluence Mind and Motion Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Pittsburgh, PA 15235
- Available Online for residents of Pennsylvania
- Online Therapy Details: Confluence Mind and Motion uses HIPAA compliant software called TherapyNotes