she/her
Bobie-Jo BalzanoLCSW
Location
Virtual, Pennsylvania
Insurance Accepted
Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Independence Blue Cross
Communication Style
Action-oriented, Mindful, Empowering, Direct
Focus areas
ADHD, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Women's Issues
Experienced with
Black community, Parents, Veterans
Years of Experience
26+
I believe that everyone has untapped strengths to overcome any challenges they may experience.
License number
#CW019529
Therapy style
I have over 25 years of experience in crisis management, trauma, and harm reduction.Have you found yourself feeling lost or alone? I am here to let you know you are not alone and you are stronger than you know. I will help you challenge your negative thoughts with new skills and positive thoughts or steps to overcome your barriers. I am passionate about treating each individual through a Strength-based holistic approach that incorporates the body, mind, and soul. I believe that everyone has untapped strengths to overcome any challenges they may experience. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Languages Spoken
English
Education
MSW - Social Work, The University of Pittsburgh
Interests
I love being outdoors, spending time with my kids, my dogs, riding ATVs, gardening and thrifting. I have been an 4-H leader for many years and enjoy watching students grow and learn with their 4-H projects.