Business Details
19 Years
experience
Compassionate Mental Health Therapy in Canonsburg, PA
At Psychotherapy Associates, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and collaborative care for individuals seeking mental health support. Our team of licensed professionals employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches to address a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction recovery. With over three decades of combined experience, we prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships to help clients identify their strengths and develop effective coping strategies. Our practice integrates diverse modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to tailor treatment plans to individual needs.We serve clients across Canonsburg and Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, offering flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments. Our commitment to personalized care extends to family and couples therapy, ensuring comprehensive support for all stages of life. We accept multiple insurance plans to enhance accessibility, and our team remains dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where clients can achieve their full potential for recovery.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Addiction Recovery
Child/Adolescent Therapy
Grief Counseling
Motivational Interviewing
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with decades of combined experience.
- Flexible scheduling available with evening and weekend appointments.
- We accept major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medicare.
- Specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and modify negative thought patterns and behaviors. Our therapists use CBT to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders through structured, goal-oriented sessions. This evidence-based approach equips clients with practical coping strategies for long-term mental health improvement.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) focuses on emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. We provide DBT skills training for clients struggling with borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, and chronic emotional dysregulation. Our program includes individual therapy and group sessions to build mindfulness, distress tolerance, and relationship skills.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) treats trauma and PTSD by processing distressing memories. Our certified therapists use bilateral stimulation techniques to help clients reframe traumatic experiences. This modality accelerates healing while maintaining client safety and emotional stability during sessions.
Family Systems Therapy
Family Systems Therapy addresses relational dynamics and communication patterns within families. We help clients resolve conflicts, improve boundaries, and strengthen connections through systemic interventions. This approach benefits families navigating addiction recovery, grief, or behavioral challenges in children and adolescents.
Addiction Recovery
Our addiction recovery program treats substance use disorders and behavioral addictions through individual and group counseling. We address co-occurring mental health conditions using motivational interviewing and relapse prevention strategies. Clients receive personalized treatment plans to support sustainable recovery and emotional wellness.
People
Emily Heim
Owner
With over 30 years of experience, Emily Heim specializes in eating disorders and child/adolescent therapy. She holds dual master's degrees in Clinical Psychology and Social Work, and founded Psychotherapy Associates in 2007.
Devyn Nestor
Therapist
Devyn Nestor focuses on co-occurring disorders and criminal justice populations. She brings expertise in mental health and addiction treatment from correctional facility experience, using client-centered approaches for adults and adolescents.
Jenn Kita
Therapist
Jenn Kita provides client-centered therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. With experience in child welfare and community mental health, she emphasizes strengths-based approaches and supervises LPC license candidates.
Mary Regets Workman
Therapist
Mary Workman treats trauma, personality disorders, and addiction using DBT, EMDR, and EFT. She holds certifications in multiple therapeutic modalities and tailors interventions to individual client needs across all age groups.
Christina Monroe
Therapist
Christina Monroe specializes in child and adolescent therapy, with experience addressing behavioral issues in school settings. She utilizes diverse therapeutic approaches to treat mental health diagnoses across developmental stages.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, family, and group therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and co-occurring disorders using evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept major plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, UPMC, and Highmark. Insurance credentialing varies by provider, so contact us for specific verification.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments at both our Canonsburg and Bridgeville locations to accommodate client needs.
What qualifications do your therapists have?
Our team includes licensed professionals with master's degrees in psychology and social work, plus specialized certifications in DBT, EMDR, and trauma-focused therapies.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via phone at 724-884-0466 or email [emailprotected] to schedule an initial consultation. We'll match you with the appropriate therapist for your needs.
