Katie Alvayero
(she/her)
About me
I am both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Behavior Specialist in the State of Pennsylvania. I am a therapist with over 15 years of field experience working with clients, couples, and families with a wide range of identities, ages, needs, and settings. I have a passion for helping my clients increase self-awareness, gain insight and new perspectives, connect to their inner voice, learn build the protective factors in their life, leverage their strengths to overcome challenges, and to find a sense of belonging in the world. The foundation of my approach is rooted in my education in Psychology and Sociology undergraduate degree from U Pitt, and my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine. Having courses, fieldwork, and research experience that blends behavioral, biological, social factors on both a micro and macro level has been crucial to developing my approach to treat mental health care - as healthcare, to treat clients holistically, incorporating and collaborating with other supportive therapies and providers.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Starting therapy, especially with a new therapist or for the first time, can indeed be daunting. However, I believe that new experiences are not only transformative but also represent a strength in seeking help. Taking ownership of your journey and making strides toward the life you envision is truly commendable. In our first session, my goal is for you to feel that I embody everything in this profile. I aim to create a warm, collaborative environment that eases any fears you may have, allowing you to freely express your thoughts and feelings in a space of unconditional positive regard and safety.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strength as a clinician lies in collaboration, transparency, and conducting thorough assessments throughout the therapeutic journey. These strengths are vital for clients to build trust, fully engage in the process, feel anchored in their long-term goals, and gain a sense of empowerment through increased understanding. Together, we can piece together every aspect, one step at a time, until the complete picture emerges.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am ideal choice for teens, young adults, adults, couples, and families who are experiencing chronic or acute stress, feeling stuck, struggling to cope with life transitions - new parents, marriage or divorce, blending families, new diagnosis, seeking clarification of diagnosis, adding or losing family members, becoming a parent, struggling to find balance in their lives, feel overwhelmed by work or personal conflicts, or striving to improve social skills in complex and demanding environments such as school and work.
Specialties
Top specialties
ADHD
Life Transitions
Parenting
Other specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Autism
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Depression
Peer Relationships
Postpartum
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
Identifies as
White
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
Pennsylvania
Accepts
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $160 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Geisinger - Commercial
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Amerihealth
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
UPMC Health Plan
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Eclectic
My approach is individualized to my client's needs, challenges, strengths and developmental level. I utilize my field experience and trainings in various evidence-based treatment approaches (such as: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Behavior Modification and Strength-Based Counseling) to ensure I am always informed and incorporating tried and true interventions for structure and progress monitoring.
3 ratings with written reviews
September 23, 2025
Katie’s been phenomenal. Not only is she authentic, but she challenges me and has the ability to put me at ease. Her style is calm, direct, and warm. Her ability to think on her feet and provide resources or solutions at a moments notice is invaluable. Highly recommend Katie!
Verified client, age 25-34
May 12, 2025
Kind, a good listener as well as a good "interpreter!" Gives judgment free guidance. Makes you feel safe and comfortable.
Verified client, age 55-64
February 17, 2025
Katie is easy to chat with and felt comfortable opening up about what I’d like help with