Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Divorce, Grief, Military / Veteran, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, ADHD, Sexual Abuse

In Person & Online in Pittsburgh, PA

6 years in practice

Ages served: 18-64

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Rachael accepts 37 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ambetter Health | Commercial

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Carelon | Medicare Advantage

Clover Health Medicare Advantage

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

Geisinger Health Plan

Geisinger Health Plan Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania | Exchange

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania | Medicare Advantage

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania | PPO - HMO

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Martins Point (US Family Health Plans)

Medicare PA

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

UPMC

UPMC for Life Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

Wellcare by Allwell | Pennsylvania Health and Wellness

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$220

first session

$180

subsequent sessions

About Rachael

Rachael Heiser is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 5 years of experience working with families, couples, and clients of all ages to cope with concerns or conditions related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, family conflict, abuse, trauma, grief, loss, mood disorders, adoption-related issues, infidelity, and much more.

She earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. Rachael is an active member of the AAMFT (American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. She also has years of experience working with a number of therapy modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative family therapy (NFT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and structural family therapy (SFT).

In sessions, Rachael provides a safe and empathetic atmosphere for you and your family to have honest (and sometimes difficult) conversations. She approaches each session with an open mind. Rachael believes we all have internal strengths but sometimes just need some help navigating these strengths to achieve our goals.

"As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe in being a compassionate and empathetic listener."

Get to know Rachael

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I believe in hope and I understand that there are points in life where people will feel hopeless and helpless and I want people to understand that they can work through their struggles to have a fulfilling life.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

That they have the strength to work through their struggles and can achieve their goals. They are not broken.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I appreciate the work Thriveworks does and I love the variety of therapy options they offer clients.

What inspires you?

My inspiration comes from being a dreamer and always looking for the good in people and better ways to enjoy life.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

I am a very good listener and do not judge people. I feel everyone is different and those differences are what makes a person genuine.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

I would like clients to feel comfortable in session.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I am very open minded. I want clients to feel comfortable and clients can process their thoughts and feelings at their own speed.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors and spending time with family and friends.

What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I am my own person. I enjoy what I enjoy and don't feel like I need to follow trends.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Divorce, Grief, Military / Veteran, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress

ApproachesPsychoanalytic, Narrative, Relational, Attachment-Based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)