South Hills Counseling, LLC

08/19/2025

Meet Tristyn Tabb, LPC – a therapist who brings heart, humor, and healing to every session. With specialized training in life transitions and identity development, Tristyn helps adults navigate change and rediscover their personal power.
Tristyn’s therapeutic approach draws from DBT, polyvagal theory, and motivational interviewing, empowering clients to understand their emotions, take back their power, and embrace meaningful change.

08/19/2025

Career transitions are among life's most significant stressors, yet we often focus solely on the practical aspects, updating resumes, networking, and learning new skills, while neglecting the profound emotional impact these changes can have. Whether you're facing a voluntary career pivot, dealing with unexpected job loss, or navigating retirement, professional changes can trigger a complex mix of emotions that affect every area of your life.

Struggling with career transition stress? Discover practical strategies to manage the emotional challenges of professional change and when to seek support.

08/15/2025

As parents, watching our children struggle with school-related stress can feel overwhelming and heartbreaking. The pressure to succeed academically has intensified in recent years, with anxiety disorders affecting approximately 25-30% of children and adolescents, with academic concerns being one of the primary triggers.

Is your child struggling with school anxiety? Learn practical strategies to help them manage academic stress and when professional support might be needed.

08/14/2025

Career changes—whether chosen or unexpected—can shake our sense of identity and stability. But you don’t have to navigate them alone. Our therapists help clients process change, build confidence, and chart a new path forward.

08/07/2025

Meet Jessica Speer, LCSW, a therapist who helps clients of all ages manage stress, build confidence, and heal from life’s challenges.

Jessica supports clients of all ages (elementary school and up) with a warm, solution-focused approach.

She blends CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR, and other evidence-based tools to help people manage anxiety, heal from trauma, and build meaningful relationships.

"It is my hope that individuals that I work with will recognize their value and grow in their confidence and abilities to navigate life's challenges."

07/29/2025

Art therapy isn’t about skill—it’s about expression. Creating something with your hands gives your feelings a safe space to land. What will you create today?

07/24/2025

Say hello to Charles Melton, LPC, who helps clients build resilience and confidence as they navigate anxiety, depression, and identity.
Charles creates a welcoming space for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, and life transitions.
His integrative approach blends Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy,

"I am deeply committed to creating a space where clients feel empowered to explore their unique challenges and cultivate the tools they need to live authentically and thrive."

07/17/2025

How does it work? EMDR uses guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess distressing memories, reducing their emotional charge.
Why it helps: EMDR allows clients to move past painful experiences without needing to relive them over and over
Your brain knows how to heal—it sometimes just needs a little guidance. Curious if EMDR is right for you? Let’s talk.

06/30/2025

We're excited to highlight Jennifer Reed, LPC!

Jennifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with children ages 5-18 and young adults. Her areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety, relationship issues, adjustment challenges, life changes, grief and loss, ODD, and depression.

Ready to work with Jennifer? Contact our office to schedule at our Upper St. Clair location!

06/26/2025

At South Hills Counseling, our therapists bring expertise in numerous therapeutic modalities, allowing us to match the right approach to your unique needs. Whatever challenges you're facing, we have specialists ready to support your journey toward wellness.

06/20/2025

When was the last time you heard a man in your life openly discuss his struggles with anxiety, depression, or overwhelming stress without feeling like he had to minimize his experience or quickly change the subject? If you can't readily recall such a conversation, you're witnessing the impact of deeply ingrained societal expectations that continue to prevent men from accessing the mental health support they need and deserve.

Learn why men's mental health matters and how to overcome barriers to seeking help. Expert guidance on supporting men's emotional wellness.