Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Pleasant Hills, PA
Compass Counseling & Wellness empowers individuals, couples, and families to overcome life's challenges through personalized therapeutic approaches. Our team of licensed professionals brings over 15 years of combined experience in mental health treatment across diverse clinical settings. We specialize in creating collaborative partnerships where clients lead their therapeutic journey while receiving expert guidance to build resilience and emotional well-being. Our holistic approach integrates evidence-based practices with wellness-focused strategies, addressing sleep habits, nutrition, and social health alongside traditional therapy. With specialized training in trauma therapy, EMDR, perinatal mood disorders, and family systems, we provide tailored interventions for clients of all ages.Our practice maintains daytime, evening, and weekend availability to accommodate diverse schedules while upholding strict confidentiality standards. We accept major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options to ensure accessible care. Our therapists regularly present at professional conferences and maintain active involvement in mental health advocacy. Through continuous professional development, we stay current with evolving therapeutic methodologies to deliver optimal client outcomes. Our commitment to community wellness extends beyond individual sessions through educational outreach and preventive mental health initiatives.
Services
Adult Counseling
Child Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Therapy
EMDR Treatment
Perinatal Support
Consulting Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical experience across multiple therapeutic settings
- Our therapists maintain active involvement in mental health advocacy and education
- We provide evidence-based trauma therapy with EMDR certification
- We offer flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends
- Our team includes specialists in perinatal mood disorders and family systems
Services
Trauma Therapy
Our trauma specialists use evidence-based approaches to help clients process traumatic experiences and develop coping strategies. We address symptoms like anxiety, flashbacks, and emotional dysregulation through personalized treatment plans. Our therapists create safe environments for clients to rebuild trust and restore emotional well-being through both individual and group therapy sessions.
EMDR Treatment
Certified EMDR therapists help clients reprocess traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation techniques. This specialized treatment addresses PTSD symptoms and related emotional distress through structured eight-phase protocols. Sessions focus on reducing the impact of past experiences while developing present-focused coping mechanisms for improved daily functioning.
Couples Counseling
Experienced therapists guide couples through communication challenges and relationship conflicts using evidence-based modalities. Sessions focus on improving emotional connection, resolving conflicts constructively, and rebuilding trust in both premarital and post-divorce contexts. We address intimacy issues and co-parenting challenges with practical skill-building exercises.
Child Therapy
Specialized therapists work with children and adolescents using age-appropriate techniques to address behavioral issues and emotional challenges. Treatment incorporates play therapy, art therapy, and family involvement to address anxiety, social difficulties, and developmental concerns. Parent guidance sessions support consistent care across home and therapeutic environments.
Perinatal Support
Certified perinatal specialists provide care for women experiencing mood disorders during pregnancy and postpartum. Treatment combines evidence-based therapy with practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges. We offer specialized support for maternal identity development and parent-infant bonding concerns.
People
Amy Schafer
Licensed Professional Counselor
With 15+ years of experience, Amy specializes in trauma therapy and couples counseling. She holds a Master's in Community Counseling from Duquesne University and uses integrative approaches to help clients build emotional resilience.
Heather Abbruzzese
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Heather brings 15+ years of mental health experience with specialized training in perinatal mood disorders. She uses holistic approaches to help clients achieve emotional wellness through life transitions and trauma recovery.
Kristen J Ober
Licensed Professional Counselor
Kristen offers 20 years of behavioral health expertise, combining BCBA certification with counseling to address behavioral challenges. She specializes in working with children and families using motivational and strength-based approaches.
Brent Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor
Brent provides faith-integrated counseling with 15+ years of experience working with diverse populations. He specializes in career counseling and emotional regulation techniques while maintaining Christian values in therapeutic practice.
Rachel Diaz
Art Therapist
Rachel combines art therapy with traditional counseling approaches for clients of all ages. Her training in MI, CBT, and DBT supports clients through anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery using creative expression techniques.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you offer?
We specialize in trauma therapy, EMDR, perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship counseling, and family therapy for all ages.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Highmark, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, UPMC, United Behavioral Health, Optum, Cigna, and Aetna. Self-pay rates available.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Complete our online appointment request form or call (412) 465-5167. We respond within 48 business hours.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Late cancellations or no-shows incur a $50 fee.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide telehealth options for adult clients in addition to in-person appointments.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT, EMDR, motivational interviewing, and family systems approaches.
