I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) located in Southwestern Pennsylvania. I hold a master’s degree in professional counseling from Carlow University. My counseling approach is integrative with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) combined with acceptance and commitment (ACT) therapeutic methods and techniques. We work together to identify values underlying therapy goals and develop actions to achieve those goals. Life situations and our response consists of thoughts, emotions and behaviors which lead to an outcome. In the therapeutic relationship, we develop customized methods and techniques in talk therapy that can offer an alternative perspective toward an improved outcome and overall wellness and personal well-being unique to your circumstances and life situation.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

The first session is primarily dedicated to reviewing intake information and filling in any details or experiences that may prove helpful in understanding a client's counseling concerns.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My overall life experience as well as having worked as a counselor for the past 10 years, I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I work with adolescents, adult individuals, sex positive relationship counseling and older adults. Clients who are insightful about their counseling concerns and those who are engaged in the counseling process will get the most benefit in a relatively short period of time.

About Kathleen Hays