Avis Moorehead
Affirming therapy for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions
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About
Avis Moorehead, LCSW, is a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania with 11 years of experience helping people navigate difficult emotions and major life stressors. She focuses on building an affirming, compassionate space where clients can explore what is weighing on them and begin moving toward steadier ground.
Her work often supports individuals coping with social anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and questions related to personal identity. Avis is committed to culturally responsive care that respects each person’s background and lived experience, and she is especially attentive to the needs of LGBTQ+ communities and first responders. She also works with concerns such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and post-traumatic stress.
With a holistic, strengths-based lens, Avis helps clients deepen self-understanding, build resilience, and develop practical strategies that align with their values and goals. She brings empathy, respect, and steady support to the therapeutic process, meeting clients where they are while helping them take meaningful steps forward.
Her work often supports individuals coping with social anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and questions related to personal identity. Avis is committed to culturally responsive care that respects each person’s background and lived experience, and she is especially attentive to the needs of LGBTQ+ communities and first responders. She also works with concerns such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and post-traumatic stress.
With a holistic, strengths-based lens, Avis helps clients deepen self-understanding, build resilience, and develop practical strategies that align with their values and goals. She brings empathy, respect, and steady support to the therapeutic process, meeting clients where they are while helping them take meaningful steps forward.
- Location:
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Years Experience:
- 11
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Isolation / loneliness, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Traumatic brain injury
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: PA LCSW CW015620
- NPI Number: 1972775914
- License: LCSW (Pennsylvania)
Online Therapy Grounded in Practical, Evidence-Based Approaches
Avis Moorehead integrates approaches that help clients respond to stress, anxiety, trauma-related reactions, and life transitions with greater clarity and steadiness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of thinking and behaving, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps guided by personal values, often helping clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or pulled off course by worry or shame. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach often used for trauma and post-traumatic stress, designed to help the brain process distressing experiences so they feel less intrusive in daily life.Finding the right fit is part of the work. Avis collaborates with clients to understand what they want from therapy and to choose strategies that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy can make consistent support easier to access. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging for added flexibility between sessions and around demanding schedules.
How much experience does Avis Moorehead have?
Avis Moorehead has 11 years of experience supporting clients through concerns such as anxiety, trauma, grief, and life changes.
Is Avis Moorehead a licensed therapist?
Yes. Avis Moorehead is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania (PA LCSW CW015620).
In which languages does Avis Moorehead provide therapy?
Avis Moorehead provides therapy in English.
Where is Avis Moorehead located?
Avis Moorehead is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Avis Moorehead as my therapist?
You can work with Avis Moorehead through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what fits your schedule.
Does Avis Moorehead work with international clients?
No. Avis Moorehead does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Avis Moorehead cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.