Our Practice
Spiegel Freedman Psychological Associates provide outpatient psychotherapeutic care to the people of the greater Pittsburgh area. We are committed to excellence and strive to provide our community with the highest quality of psychological services.
We provide psychological care for people with problems including:
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Chronic Illness
- Dementia
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Gender Identity Issues
- Grief and Loss
- Marital Issues
- OCD
- Parenting Concerns
- PTSD
- Sleep Disturbance
- Women’s Issues
Call 412-367-9800 ext. 1 to speak with an intake clinician
- Jeffrey D. Freedman, Ph.D.
- Jon Spiegel, Ph.D.
- Brent N. Henderson, Ph.D.
- Hannah Spiegel Krohner, L.C.S.W.
- Andrea Croom, Ph.D.
- Susan Stollings, Ph.D.
- Jean Brannan, L.C.S.W.
- Libba Spiegel, M.S., A.T.R.
- Marybeth Kennedy, L.C.S.W.
- Holly Kepins, LPC
- Matt Bartko, LCSW, CAADC
- Dan Hetherington, Ph.D.
- Karen L. Katunich, Ph.D
- Rachel Porterfield, L.C.S.W
Our Clinicians
Jeffrey D. Freedman, Ph.D.
Jeffrey D. Freedman, Ph.D. is a clinical neuropsychologist who has been evaluating and providing treatment to adolescents, adults, and elders in our community since 1990. Dr. Freedman was trained in Toronto, Canada, Baltimore, Maryland, and here in Pittsburgh in the assessment and treatment of psychiatric and neurological illnesses. He works collaboratively with his patients, families, and other healthcare clinicians. Dr. Freedman has been the co-owner and clinical director of this group practice since 2003. He is an associate professor at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, where he supervises psychiatrists in training, and is on the board of directors for Jewish Family and Community Services. He regularly lectures and provides staff training for a number of geriatric care facilities in the Pittsburgh area and has taught psychology courses at Duquesne University. Dr. Freedman earned his doctorate from Duquesne University and is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Pennsylvania Psychological Association, and the Greater Pittsburgh Psychological Association. Additionally, he is a member of the National Ski Patrol at Seven Springs, where he patrols and is an instructor/evaluator for potential Ski and Snowboard Patrollers.
Jon Spiegel, Ph.D.
Jon Spiegel, Ph.D., has been a licensed psychologist in private practice since 1976. Since 1980, Dr. Spiegel has been teaching and supervising psychologists, social workers, and psychiatrists. He is the co-founder of this clinical outpatient group practice. His Master’s Degree is in cognitive behavioral psychotherapy, and his Doctorate is in psychodynamic psychotherapy. His postdoctoral work is in mythology and comparative religion. His specialty areas include anxiety disorders, couples therapy, cognitive approaches to depression, life transitions, and spiritual and faith concerns. Dr. Spiegel is also the cofounder of the Spirituality & Psychology program at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, NIH Clinical Consultant for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Dr. Spiegel has studied in Asia with Jain, Sikh, Hindu, Taoist, and Buddhist teachers since 1967. In the United States, he studied with the late mythologist Joseph Campbell for five years. Dr. Spiegel studied with Reb. Zalman Schacter-Shalomi for 30 years.
Brent N. Henderson, Ph.D.
Brent N. Henderson, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Originally from California, Dr. Henderson received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He came to Pittsburgh in 1998 to complete a postdoctoral fellowship in Health Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Henderson has taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels, conducted research in the area of mind-body influences on physical and mental health, and authored several articles and book chapters in the areas of Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine. In his clinical work, Dr. Henderson follows a cognitive-behavioral approach and specializes in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, provides strategies to minimize the impact of stress on mental and physical health, helps patients adjust to medical illness and other major life challenges, and offers education and support toward positive health and lifestyle changes.
Hannah Spiegel Krohner, LCSW
Hannah Spiegel Krohner, is a licensed clinical social worker who works with adults. She has a particular interest in supporting women through pregnancy, fertility treatments, perinatal loss, and the postpartum period. Ms. Krohner has provided mental health services at the UPMC Center for Eating Disorders at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. She has also been on staff at Magee Women’s Hospital providing psychiatric services. Ms. Krohner was trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Dialectical Behavior Therapy at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. Additionally, she completed two years of continuing training through the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center, with a driving interest in psychodynamic work. She has expertise in the treatment of people with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, women’s health, relationship issues, and substance abuse. Ms. Krohner received her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh and is a National Association of Social Workers member. (she/her/hers)
Andrea Croom, Ph.D.
Dr. Andrea Croom received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX. She completed pre-doctoral clinical training and an APA-accredited clinical internship in medical and psychiatric settings, including working with the consult liaison service, psychiatric emergency room, and palliative care service at Parkland Memorial Hospital, working with the oncology service at Baylor University Medical Center, and providing neuropsychological testing and individual/family therapy on the psychiatric unit at Zale Lipshy Hospital. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Health Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh with the Palliative Care and Oncology departments. She has been a licensed psychologist since 2013 and has worked providing direct clinical care to adult clients and their caregivers at UPMC in the inpatient and ambulatory settings. She has expertise in working with complex medical conditions, including cancer, heart disease, cystic fibrosis and other lung conditions, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and other chronic and life-limiting conditions. Dr. Croom has taught at the graduate level, lectured to medical professionals and conducted research on shared decision making and how families and couples cope with chronic/life-limiting illnesses. Dr. Croom specializes in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment to medical illness or other major life changes, grief and loss, fertility and parental mental health, and relationship concerns. Her approach is rooted in humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness therapies.
Susan Stollings, Ph.D.
Susan Stollings, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist who has been in practice for over 20 years. She has particular expertise working with individuals with cancer and other major medical illnesses. Dr. Stollings received her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, where she assisted in researching the coping resources of people with cancer. She has taught at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and has provided training and supervision to graduate-level psychology and medical interns, residents, and fellows. Dr. Stollings specializes in individual treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, coping with illness, behavior change, stress management, bereavement, and struggles unique to the LGBT community. Dr. Stollings uses cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness based approach. (she/her/hers)
Jean Brannan, LCSW
Jean Brannan is a licensed clinical social worker with a background in child development and family systems theory. She obtained her MSW at the University of Pittsburgh and did her postgraduate study in Bowen Family Systems Theory. Ms. Brannan was a unit manager and supervisor at Mercy Behavioral Health for over 30 years. She has over 40 years of therapy and supervisory experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. In clinical practice, she seeks to understand her clients in the context of their relationships within their families and other close contacts. She works with individuals, couples, and families. Ms. Brannan helps her clients to effectively manage their stressors while further developing their strengths. She works with people of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and relationship issues. Ms. Brannan is on the faculty of the Western Pennsylvania Family Center.
Libba Spiegel, M.S., A.T.R.
Libba Spiegel, M.S., A.T.R. is a licensed psychologist and child development specialist who has been in clinical practice since 1972. She works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Ms. Spiegel is a Play Therapist and Registered Art Therapist. She uses these modalities for individuals who cannot easily express their concerns in words. Her specialties include school and behavior problems, teenage depression, divorce, child bereavement, and women’s life transitions. Ms. Spiegel has been a consultant to WQED-TV for their Wonderworks project, and Fred Rogers’ Family Communications for their book on adoption. Ms. Spiegel has been on the Board of Directors of the Pittsburgh Association for Arts and Education, the Advisory Board for the Pittsburgh Playhouse Jr. and has been the Psychology Consultant for the Forbes Hospice, Pittsburgh Child Bereavement Program. Ms. Spiegel is deeply interested in the curative power of the creative process. (she/her/hers)
Marybeth Kennedy, LCSW
Marybeth Kennedy, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in outpatient psychotherapy with children, teens, and college-age young adults. She has practiced in the field of mental health since 1984 in a variety of settings, including foster care, schools, group homes, and in the pediatric hospital setting. Her areas of expertise include working with patients with adjustment problems, mood disorders, ADHD, and chronic medical illnesses. She focuses particularly on children and teens with anxiety. Ms. Kennedy incorporates cognitive behavior therapy, anger management training, relaxation training, mindfulness interventions, and individualized psychotherapy in her outpatient practice.
Ms. Kennedy has provided consultation to schools that specialize in serving students with behavior disorders by advising teachers and administrators in best practice behavioral interventions in the school setting and in the development and implementation of school-wide behavior management systems. She has been an adjunct faculty at several colleges in the Pittsburgh area, teaching courses in psychology. She has also been a guest lecturer in the special education department at the University of Pittsburgh, addressing behavioral interventions for classroom management. Ms. Kennedy earned her master’s degrees in psychology and social work. She is an alum of West Virginia University and the University of Pittsburgh. She holds a Home-School Visitor certification from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Holly Kepins, LPC
Holly Kepins LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She has a passion for assisting her clients in reaching their highest potential. Holly puts an emphasis on her clients’ strengths in the therapeutic process. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy in her psychotherapeutic work. She has particular expertise in working with individuals with eating disorders. Since 2015, Holly has worked at UPMC’s Center for Eating Disorders’s partial and intensive outpatient programs. She is also experienced in working with; anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress management, and interpersonal concerns. Before becoming a psychotherapist, Holly had a successful career in modern dance and ballet. Additionally, she has been a popular fitness instructor. As a result, she is attuned to the particular needs of people in the expressive arts and competitive sports. Holly believes in the close connection between a person’s physical and mental health.
Matt Bartko, LCSW, CAADC
Matthew is a licensed clinical social worker experienced in providing mental health services to young adults, adults, and elders. Matthew embraces an approach to psychotherapy that is collaborative, personalized, and centered on helping clients use their unique strengths to achieve greater balance, improved boundaries, and personal growth. A graduate of The University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, Matthew has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and gerontological social work. He is also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He has experience in a variety of practice settings, including acute care, residential substance abuse, community case management, and houseless services. Currently, Matthew works full-time in an outpatient rehabilitation program serving veterans who have severe and persistent mental health concerns. His psychotherapeutic work focuses on helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship issues, codependency, life transitions, grief and loss, and stress management.
Dan Hetherington, Ph.D.
Dr. Dan Hetherington is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been providing psychotherapy in the Pittsburgh area for over 35 years. Dr. Hetherington is collaborative and client-centered and focuses on the strengths that each client brings to the treatment process. Throughout his career, he has brought his strong interest in Eastern thinking to Western psychology from which he offers a mindful and compassionate space in his evidenced based psychotherapeutic care of his clients. Dr. Hetherington’s areas of clinical focus include trauma, depression and anxiety. He works with adults, families and couples.
Karen Katunich, Ph.D.
Karen L. Katunich, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist who works both in our group practice and as a Senior Clinician in WPIC’s Adult Mood Disorders Clinic. She has over 25 years of experience with diverse populations in multiple public and private clinical settings. Dr. Katunich provides psychological care for adolescents, adults, and seniors and specializes in the treatment of mood disorders, borderline personality disorders, trauma, and geriatric/end-of-life issues. As a former Air Force Officer, she first began extensive teaching experience at the US Air Force Academy and has since taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels at local colleges and universities. Dr. Katunich has combined her leadership, teaching, organizational and clinical skills in her work as Program Coordinator of Western Center (a 400-bed facility for adults with mental retardation) and Director of Operations for a regional behavioral care company providing services to Long Term Care populations.
Dr. Katunich received her doctorate at Virginia Commonwealth University and her internship training at the Pittsburgh Consortium-VAMC. She is presently Director of Psychotherapy Training at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. (she/her/hers)
Rachel Porterfield, LCSW
Rachel Porterfield is a licensed clinical social worker who provides psychotherapeutic care to adults of all ages. She has years of experience working with individuals who struggle with a variety of challenges, including anxiety/panic attacks, depression, grief and loss, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and relationship concerns. Rachel helps others to share their intimate thoughts and feelings while guiding them to learn new skills that will encourage them to develop healthy life changes openly and collaboratively.
Rachel has been extensively trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches/models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and psychodynamic therapy. Rachel has worked in outpatient dual diagnosed programs, hospitals, and primary care offices.
Rachel received her master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh with a certification in mental health. (She, her, hers)
Support and Resources
If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Use these resources to find help for you, a friend, or a family member.
Get immediate help in a crisis
Call 911 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or go to the nearest emergency room.
For psychiatric emergencies
Resolve Crisis Center at 412-624-1000 or 1-888-796-8226
Support and videos about suicidal thoughts
We have had suicidal thoughts and emotions and problems that felt unsolvable. Here are our stories, including research-based ways for managing the most painful moments of life. We teach Mindfulness, Mindfulness of Current Emotion, Opposite Action and Paced-breathing. These skills are part of Dialectical Behavior Therapy or DBT, proven to be helpful for people considering suicide. These tools are not considered a replacement for one-to-one counseling. You do not have to have suicidal thoughts or mental health problems to use these tools – they are useful for most people and many problems.
Support for Veterans
Veterans crisis line: 1-800-273-8255 or text 838255 or chat online at veteranscrisisline.net
If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, the Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that connects you to a real person specially trained to support Veterans.
Support for pregnant and postpartum women
Postpartum Pittsburgh Mental health resources for pregnant and postpartum women. postpartumpgh.com
Postpartum Support International (PSI) It is the vision of PSI that every woman and family worldwide will have access to information, social support, and informed professional care to deal with mental health issues related to childbearing. PSI promotes this vision through advocacy and collaboration, and by educating and training the professional community and the public. www.postpartum.net
Support for children and families
Parent-Child Interactive Therapy
You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards self-improvement and a better relationship with your child and a family that thrives.
At Pittsburgh PCIT and Counseling, our experience enables us to offer effective Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and individual or family counseling for children, teens, adolescents, and adults. We are able to address a number of behavioral and mental health concerns including, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, trauma, behavior problems, personal adjustments, LGBTQ+ issues, and other life stressors.
Support for young children with developmental delays
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Serves eligible children in Allegheny County, ages 3-5, who are experiencing developmental delays or disabilities.
Support for people with cancer and their loved ones
Cancer Bridges supports those impacted by cancer through a variety of free programs and services. cancerbridges.org
Cancer Bridges provides a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who has been impacted by cancer. This includes those with a cancer diagnosis, those who have a loved one with cancer, or have experienced the loss of a loved one due to cancer. The diagnosed, family, friends, and caregivers who support them are welcome to join Cancer Bridges and receive the social, emotional, and informational tools they need.
Support for children who have suffered a loss of a loved one
Highmark Caring Place: a center for grieving children, adolescents, and their families
The death of a loved one is devastating to a child. The impact can be overwhelming and the children and family often need support. The Highmark Caring Place can provide that support through its various programs. Caring Place began in Pittsburgh in 1996. Facilities are also located in Erie, Harrisburg, and Warrendale, Pennsylvania. Thousands of community members are helped by the Caring Place each year at no cost through our peer support programs, and our education, consultation, and referral services.
Support for elders
Area Agency on Aging
The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) assists Allegheny County residents, 60 years of age and older, to live safe, healthy, and, when possible, independent lives. AAA is the front door to find services for yourself, a spouse, a relative, or a friend.
www.alleghenycounty.us/Human-Services/about/offices/area-agency-on-aging.aspx
Office Location: Birmingham Towers
2100 Wharton Street, Second Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Business Office 412-350-4234
Support for behavioral diagnostics and treatment
Associates in Behavioral Diagnostics and Treatment specialty services include Psychological Testing, Autism Spectrum Services, Behavioral Medicine, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Tourette’s Disorder/Tic Services, Parent Training Services, Women’s Mental Health, Family Therapy Services
(412) 329-7778
Support for personality disorder
Out of the Fog: Support for people who need assistance managing relationships with a loved one who has a diagnosis or features of a personality disorder. Personality Disorders are serious mental health conditions that affect millions of people. They are often misunderstood and undiagnosed.
Book resources for binge eating
“Overcoming Binge Eating Ed 2,” Christopher Fairburn, PhD
LGBT Resources
Transgender Suicide Hotline: Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Central Outreach Wellness Center: 412-322-4151 www.centraloutreach.com
AHN Transgender Health Care: 412-359-4649. Includes medical-surgical, behavioral health, and “positive health” clinics.
UPMC transgender customer service line: 1-844-202-0126
We are conveniently located in two areas:
NORTH HILLS
105 Braunlich Drive, Suite #210
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
In the North Hills, on corner of McKnight Road and Braunlich Drive in McKnight Plaza on the forested hill overlooking McKnight Road.
SHADYSIDE
401 Shady Avenue, Suite 104C
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
In Shadyside, on the corner of Shady Avenue and Walnut Street in the Kenmawr Building.
For more information or appointments
call: 412-367-9800
email: mailsfpa@gmail.com