Business Details
14 Years
experience
Mental Health Counseling & Therapy in Pittsburgh, PA
Solutions West was founded in 2012 by Carole McKelvey with a vision to provide accessible mental health support in a respectful, caring environment. Our practice emphasizes flexibility, offering evening hours to accommodate working clients. We prioritize diverse therapeutic backgrounds to ensure personalized care, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach. In 2021, Nicole Korach became owner, expanding our trauma-focused services to meet growing community needs. Our clinicians specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges through evidence-based modalities like EMDR and CBT.We maintain a warm, serene office environment to enhance the healing process. Our mission centers on empowering individuals to build resilience, restore hope, and reclaim their lives through compassionate care. We adhere to strict confidentiality standards and maintain partnerships with major insurance providers. With over a decade of combined experience, our team delivers tailored mental health solutions for adolescents and adults. We remain committed to evolving our services to address emerging mental health demands in the Greater Pittsburgh area.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Trauma/PTSD
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Grief/Loss Support
Anger Management
CBT Therapy
Mindfulness Practices
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-focused therapy with EMDR specialists.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with diverse expertise.
- Flexible evening hours available for working clients.
- Founded in 2012, serving the Greater Pittsburgh area.
- Warm, welcoming environment designed for healing.
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR Therapy at Solutions West treats trauma symptoms through bilateral stimulation techniques. Our clinicians use eye movements, pulsars, or headphones to help clients reprocess traumatic memories. This evidence-based method is effective for PTSD, anxiety, and depression, with recognition from major mental health organizations.
Individual Counseling
Individual Counseling sessions address emotional challenges like grief, anger, and mood disorders. Our licensed therapists provide personalized treatment plans using modalities such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness practices. Sessions focus on building resilience and restoring emotional balance for adolescents and adults.
Trauma/PTSD
Trauma/PTSD treatment combines EMDR with trauma-informed care to address symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance. Our specialists help clients reprocess traumatic memories and develop coping strategies. Treatment is tailored to individual needs, including survivors of abuse, accidents, or combat.
Anxiety Management
Anxiety Management programs use CBT and mindfulness techniques to reduce symptoms of panic disorders and generalized anxiety. Our therapists teach clients practical tools for managing stress and interrupting negative thought patterns. Treatment includes both individual sessions and skill-building exercises.
Depression Treatment
Depression Treatment at Solutions West combines talk therapy with evidence-based interventions like motivational interviewing. Our clinicians address symptoms of persistent sadness, low energy, and loss of interest. Treatment plans incorporate lifestyle adjustments and cognitive restructuring to improve emotional well-being.
People
Carole McKelvey
Founder
Carole McKelvey founded Solutions West in 2012 to provide accessible mental health care. She established the practice's commitment to flexible hours and diverse therapeutic approaches, creating a welcoming environment for clients seeking emotional healing and growth.
Nicole Korach
Owner
Nicole Korach became owner of Solutions West in 2021 after serving as a clinician since 2013. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, she expanded the practice's trauma-focused services while maintaining its original mission of compassionate, client-centered mental health care.
Questions
What mental health services does Solutions West offer?
Solutions West provides individual counseling, couples therapy, and trauma-focused treatments like EMDR. We specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and mood disorders using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
Yes, we accept major insurance providers including Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Highmark, UPMC, and United Healthcare. Please verify your mental health coverage with your insurance company before your first appointment.
What are your office hours for counseling sessions?
Our therapists are available Monday-Thursday from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate working professionals and students.
How much do therapy sessions cost?
Licensed therapist sessions cost $130, while pre-licensed clinicians charge $100. Initial assessments are $140 (licensed) or $115 (pre-licensed). We accept cash, credit cards, and health benefits cards.
What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) treats trauma by using bilateral stimulation to help reprocess distressing memories. Our certified therapists guide clients through this evidence-based technique, which is particularly effective for PTSD and anxiety disorders.
