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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Pittsburgh, PA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Pittsburgh, PA

Navigate postpartum changes with compassionate providers across Pittsburgh who understand the unique challenges new parents face. Headway's network of 686 providers offers evidence-based support with free consultations available. Sessions can begin as soon as tomorrow, with most appointments within two weeks.

Jessica Peluso

Jessica Peluso

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take an active role in my job as your therapist, providing you with understanding of what is going on as well as tools to make lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Riek

Jennifer Riek

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am also a queer single mom who is very committed to these parts of my identity and also believe they are strengths to my practice that both guide and contribute to the work that I do.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Grisset Lopez

Grisset Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I would like to provide a safe space to help provide a warm, inviting, safe and non-judgmental environment for all my clients.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lori Litovsky

Lori Litovsky

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I tend to be direct in a warm way, and I'll challenge clients when needed while still making sure they feel supported.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
AnnMarie Gray

AnnMarie Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy starts with real human connection. By creating a nonjudgmental and supportive environment, I help clients feel safe enough to be themselves...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yvette Okeke

Yvette Okeke

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I am very passionate about reproductive mental health and have worked with women of all ages to support them through infertility, fetal loss as well as postpartum depression and anxiety.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leah Booze

Leah Booze

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Trained by Dr. Kristin Neff's self-compassion institute, I enjoy supporting new perspectives on kindness/growth and exploring pitfalls of negative self talk.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Janine Oliver

Dr. Janine Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is validating and humanistic. I specialize in CBT and ACT, as well as holistic approaches to overall wellness that include the body, mind and spirit.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Diomarys Nunez

Diomarys Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Welcome to therapy! My name is Diomarys Nuñez, I am a bilingual, Dominican Licensed Professional Counselor. I obtained my Masters in Clinical Counseling in 2020. I have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, in both rural and urban settings, with individuals from ages 3-70. I specialize in maternal/perinatal mental health, women's issues, racial/cultural trauma, along with other mental health challenges.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Foster

Carly Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe empathy, trust, and unconditional positive regard are core strengths that I bring to my therapeutic space.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ariana Wood

Ariana Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I specialize in EMDR, a therapy that helps you move past what's keeping you stuck—not just in your mind, but in your body and nervous system, too.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Zoe Roben

Zoe Roben

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Together, we will make room for the full range of feelings—excitement, grief, rage, fear, sadness, and joy—and reconnect with your inner strength and stability.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Malika Abdullah

Malika Abdullah

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“From the very first time we meet, my goal is to create a safe and welcoming space where clients can overcome challenges while recognizing their strengths.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sylvie Saintus

Sylvie Saintus

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Dr. Sylvie is passionate about being an agent of change in the lives of families, adults and children.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheri Howley

Sheri Howley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wayne, PA


“I believe in careful, evidence-based medication management and prioritize education and shared decision making.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kirsten Stralkowski

Kirsten Stralkowski

Therapist

Virtual • Skippack, PA


“My approach to counseling is collaborative. I meet my clients where they are at in their process and tailor my strategies accordingly.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Matusky

Megan Matusky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ardmore, PA


“I take a validating and supportive approach with all my clients — and also love to challenge them to make change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sergio Perez

Sergio Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that there are no "bad parts," only parts of us that are seeking to be understood, healed, and balanced.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Sims

Marie Sims

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Philadelphia, PA


“I'm the person who listens deeply, holds space without judgment, and stands by those who feel alone.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Calabrese

Katie Calabrese

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My background spans a licensed forensic psychiatric hospital, an ambulatory substance-use treatment program, and private practice.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lee Shadeck

Lee Shadeck

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I will work closely with you to help you solve your own issues as I feel we hold the answers to our own questions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kiara Brown

Kiara Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have found for many individuals, having a therapist to talk through issues can be a gamechanger for their mental health.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Hunsicker

Samantha Hunsicker

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My greatest passion is supporting individuals and families in the perinatal period—whether navigating infertility/trying to conceive, pregnancy, loss, postpartum adjustments, or the everyday challenges of parenting.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Shamima Akhter

Dr. Shamima Akhter

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strongly believe clients are experts on themselves; hence my approach to therapy is empowering and encouraging clients to lean into experiences to meet their goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carly Turner

Carly Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Healing begins when feeling understood, validated & honored. In our work, you'll build boundaries, trust yourself & others, & my easygoing approach uses humor when it fits.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Pamela Kennebrew

Dr. Pamela Kennebrew

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I support individuals navigating life’s transitions—whether that means marriage, divorce, retirement, relocation, empty nesting, menopause, or simply the quiet realization that life is asking for something new.

My practice is rooted in culturally responsive, client-centered care that honors the full complexity of who you are—not just the labels others may place on you. I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, understood, and supported without judgment.

While I work with individuals from all walks of life, I have a special passion for supporting women of color, particularly those 55 and older, who are redefining themselves in powerful new seasons of life.

You do not have to navigate change alone.

Together, we will work toward the life you are seeking—personally, professionally, and spiritually.

Maternal mental health, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria Fallon

Victoria Fallon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is collaborative, compassionate, and practical—I believe therapy works best when it's tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlyn Ibberson

Kaitlyn Ibberson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hello, my name is Katie, and I’m a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. I hold a Master in Nursing degree from York College of Pennsylvania and have 6 years of nursing experience working in mental health. My areas of specialization include child and adolescent psychiatry, anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment and relationship issues. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to create meaningful change in their lives.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Monae Rector

Monae Rector

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I’m deeply committed to providing nonjudgmental, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care. I understand that mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I take the time to listen, learn, and adapt to what works best for you.

I don’t expect perfection — I expect real people, with real experiences, showing up as they are. I bring not only clinical expertise but also lived understanding of how layered and complex healing can be. You’ll never have to shrink or code-switch in my care — your story, identity, and truth are all welcome here.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Glasscott

Erin Glasscott

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I like to create a warm, welcoming and empowering environment in therapy making sure you feel heard and understood at each session.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laura Foley

Laura Foley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and groups. I primarily worked with children and families for the first 10 years of my career then expanded to adults.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jillian Winklevoss

Jillian Winklevoss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, PA


“I am passionate about helping people get their emotions under control so that they can function at a level that they are happy with.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dawn LaRock-Sharrer

Dawn LaRock-Sharrer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is warm, down to earth, person-centered, and solution-focused, with a strong emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassie Surplus

Cassie Surplus

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My therapy style is creative with a focus on you and what you want to work on emotionally, no matter what the problem.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zac Adams

Zac Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work in hospice bereavement programs taught me a passion for end of life issues, caregiver burnout, boundary issues, compassion fatigue, grief & loss, and post-traumatic stress.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Euphemia Onyeonoro

Euphemia Onyeonoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hello, my name is Euphemia Onyeonoro. I am a dual-board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). I am skilled in assessing and treating a variety of mental health disorders, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, ODD, OCD, PTSD, and mood disorders. I treat clients ranging from 6 years to adults and am neurodivergent-friendly

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Lara

Leslie Lara

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to offer clients a non-judgmental space where anyone feels safe to face their struggles and challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aerial Amos

Aerial Amos

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Im a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering virtual therapy to adults, couples, and families in PA, FL, and TX. Im trained in CBT, Somatic Experiencing, and RO-DBT. I specialize in anxiety, obsessive or compulsive tendencies, relationship and childhood trauma, grief, and couple's work. I have a broad background with families, couples, children, and adults up to 75 years old. As a mom of five, I bring empathy and real-life understanding to the work, while helping clients move toward clarity, connection, and meaningful change.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cheri Carter

Dr. Cheri Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I'm Dr. Cheri Carter, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a PhD in Family Studies.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley-Lauren Smith

Ashley-Lauren Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I focus on more than just the singular problem that you come to me with as there could be other influencing factors that are contributing.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Headway helps you find expert-guided support for every stage of motherhood — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in Pittsburgh, PA

Finding postpartum therapists in Pittsburgh starts with looking for care that fits your specific needs after pregnancy or birth. Postpartum concerns can include depression, anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. Some therapists also support people through pregnancy, pregnancy loss, fertility-related stress, or parenting transitions. As you compare options, look for therapists who list postpartum, perinatal mental health, or maternal mental health in their specialties. A PMH-C credential can also signal specialized training in perinatal mental health.

Pittsburgh offers a strong network of mental health professionals, but the right fit may depend on more than location. If you prefer in-person care, you may want an office near your home, workplace, or a route you already take. If your schedule changes often, or infant care and physical recovery make travel harder, virtual therapy can expand your options. Before booking, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can help you understand their experience with postpartum concerns, communication style, and approach to care.

Therapy in Pittsburgh can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and show estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can browse postpartum therapists in Pittsburgh, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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