Christy Eshbaugh is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with adolescents and adults, particularly those going through life transitions. Her therapeutic approach incorporates CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and strength-based techniques. Christy helps clients develop healthier boundaries, improve communication, break unhelpful patterns, gain new perspectives, and cultivate self-compassion.

With a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Penn West University, Clarion, Christy brings 7 years of experience in the mental health field. She has extensive experience working with diverse populations across different levels of care. She also supports clients dealing with anxiety, personality disorders, and OCD.

Christy creates a space where clients can explore their needs and wants while gaining the confidence to get those needs and wants met. She isn't afraid to challenge clients to challenge themselves, offering different perspectives and helping them process hard and intense emotions. Her approach to conflict resolution and her comfort sitting with difficult feelings creates an environment where real growth can happen.

Outside the therapy room, Christy enjoys being a homebody and spending time with family. When she does venture outside, it's either to a golf course or somewhere much warmer than Pittsburgh.

• Christy brings strong expertise in conflict resolution and lethality assessment, providing clients with both emotional support and practical skills for navigating interpersonal challenges and crisis situations.

• She is comfortable sitting with and processing hard, intense emotions, creating a therapeutic space where clients don't have to minimize their struggles or rush through difficult feelings.

• Christy offers different perspectives and isn't afraid to challenge clients to challenge themselves, fostering growth through gentle confrontation and encouraging clients to step outside their comfort zones.