Hello, I’m Cathy Laus. I have been a therapist for 32 years and earned my education at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work. My experience includes working at Western Psychiatric Hospital and with Turtle Creek Valley Community Services in a partial hospitalization program. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of diagnoses and concerns.
I believe every client has the capacity to identify meaningful goals and take steps toward success. My approach is relaxed, positive, and encouraging. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and person-centered therapy to help clients better understand their challenges, recognize their strengths, and develop practical solutions that fit their lives.
Building genuine, trusting relationships is central to my work. I take time to understand each client’s concerns and collaborate with them to identify what they hope to achieve in therapy. I encourage clients to discover their own ability to create positive change and feel better, while offering support and guidance along the way.
Before becoming a therapist, I sang with a band and traveled throughout the United States. Meeting people from many different backgrounds and learning from their experiences deepened my appreciation for each person’s unique story. I bring that openness, curiosity, and respect into my work with every client, and I look forward to meeting you through Headway.
