CORE PHILOSOPHY
At South Hills Counseling, everything we do is guided by our four core values:
Always Caring
We approach every interaction with empathy and compassion.
Remain Committed
We're dedicated to providing consistent, high-quality care for every client.
Be Inspiring
We encourage growth and positive change in both our clients and our team.
Forever Growing
We continually evolve our practice to better serve our community.
These principles inform not only how we approach therapy, but also how we build our team and our business.
We believe we've struck a unique balance between having a warm, family-oriented feel and the professional structure of a well-run clinic. This allows us to create a comfortable environment for clients while ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
PURPOSE STATEMENT & MISSION
Our mission is grounded in our greater purpose—Navigating Pathways to Wellness through Growth—which guides every aspect of how we serve our clients, support our team, and build a thriving practice.
Our approach focuses on providing a private practice atmosphere without the impersonal aspects sometimes found in larger clinical settings. This creates a warm, welcoming environment where healing can truly take place.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Over the past decade, South Hills Counseling has become deeply woven into the fabric of the South Hills community.
We've established strong ties with local healthcare providers, schools, and organizations, creating a network of support for those in need of mental health services.
We take pride in being a consistent, reliable resource that community members can turn to when they need assistance with their mental health. Our presence across three locations makes quality mental health care more accessible throughout the South Hills area.
PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
We've built strong partnerships with major insurance providers including UPMC, Highmark Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and Optum, among others. These relationships allow us to make quality mental health care financially accessible to a wider range of clients.
Many of our clients come to us through doctor and school referrals, a testament to the trust we've built with healthcare and educational professionals in our area. These referral networks help ensure that individuals in need of support can quickly connect with the right resources.
Our reputation for stability and low staff turnover means clients can count on consistent care over time – a crucial factor in effective mental health treatment.
Service Specialties
We offer a comprehensive range of mental health services, with our clinicians bringing specialized expertise in numerous therapeutic modalities including EMDR, ERP, art therapy, and trauma-focused approaches.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful technique that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences by reducing the emotional intensity of distressing memories.
Art therapy provides a creative outlet for self-expression, offering a safe space to explore emotions, especially for clients who may find verbal communication difficult.
ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) is a highly effective treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder, guiding clients through gradual exposure to fears while resisting compulsions.
Our trauma-focused therapies are designed to support healing from past abuse, neglect, or other traumatic events, helping individuals regain a sense of safety and empowerment.
Our practice addresses a wide spectrum of mental health concerns, including:
✔ Anxiety, which can manifest as constant worry, restlessness, or panic attacks
✔ Depression, often experienced as persistent sadness, fatigue, or a loss of interest in activities.
✔ Substance abuse, helping them navigate the path to recovery and develop healthier coping strategies.
✔ OCD, our evidence-based interventions target the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
✔ Grief whether stemming from loss, life transitions, or ambiguous grief
✔ Anger management, helping clients identify triggers, understand underlying emotions, and develop tools for healthier expression.
This depth and breadth of expertise allow us to offer truly personalized care that meets each client where they are, supporting growth, healing, and meaningful change.
Community Commitment
As we grow, our commitment to the South Hills community only deepens. We're working to strengthen our relationships with local healthcare systems and schools, creating more seamless pathways to care for those in need.
We believe accessible mental health care is essential to community well-being, and we're dedicated to removing barriers to that care whenever possible.
Through both our clinical services and community engagement, we aim to contribute to a healthier, more resilient South Hills region for years to come.
Start Your Journey Today
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, or you're a mental health professional looking to be part of a practice that values both quality care and clinician wellbeing, we invite you to connect with South Hills Counseling.