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    • About Us

      Discover how New Directions provides easy-to-access, individualized mental health care to clients across southwestern Pennsylvania communities.

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      Explore meaningful careers as a therapist, APP, psychiatrist, or administrative team member.

      Our Blog

      Discover mental health insights and care-related resources.

      FAQs

      Get answers about appointments, insurance, and starting care.

      CAREERS

      Make an Impact in Mental Health Care

      Build a meaningful career with a collaborative team supporting clients and communities.

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  • Our Team
  • Locations
      • Bloomfield – Pittsburgh, PA
      • Fox Chapel, PA
      • Greensburg, PA
      • McCandless, PA
      • McMurray, PA
      • Meadowlands, PA
      • Monongahela, PA
      • Monroeville, PA
      • Robinson, PA
      • Shadyside – Pittsburgh, PA
      • South Hills, PA
      • South Side Flats – Pittsburgh
      • Washington, PA
      • Stonewood – Wexford, PA
      • VIP Drive – Wexford, PA
      • Bloomfield – Pittsburgh, PA
      • Fox Chapel, PA
      • Greensburg, PA
      • McCandless, PA
      • McMurray, PA
      • Meadowlands, PA
      • Monongahela, PA
      • Monroeville, PA
      • Robinson, PA
      • Shadyside – Pittsburgh, PA
      • South Hills, PA
      • South Side Flats – Pittsburgh
      • Washington, PA
      • Stonewood – Wexford, PA
      • VIP Drive – Wexford, PA
  • Care We Provide
    • Services

      Explore outpatient therapy, psychiatry, and interventional services that support your mental health needs.

      Conditions We Treat

      Learn about the mental health conditions we support through personalized, client-centered care. 

      NEW CLIENTS

      Your Mental Health Support Starts Here

      Whether you are starting care for the first time or returning to treatment, our team is here to help you find support that feels right for you.

      If you’re an existing client who needs to reschedule an appointment, request medication refills, or contact your provider, please visit our locations page to reach your clinic directly. 

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      Therapy

      Personalized individual, couples, and group therapy.

      Psychiatry and Medication

      Medication support from psychiatric providers who work with your individual needs.

      TMS Therapy

      A non-medication treatment option for depression and OCD.

      Spravato Treatment

      An FDA-approved treatment option for adults living with difficult-to-treat depression.

      Telehealth

      Virtual therapy and psychiatric care through secure, convenient appointments.

      Children & Adolescents

      Mental health care tailored to children and adolescents.

      Men's Mental Health

      Mental health care tailored to the needs and experiences of men.

      Women's Mental Health

      Personalized mental health care focused on women’s unique experiences.

      Anxiety

      Support for managing anxiety, worry, and everyday stress.

      Depression

      Care options to help with depression and ongoing mood challenges.

      Autism Spectrum Disorder

      Therapy and psychiatric medication management tailored to individuals on the autism spectrum.

      Eating Disorders

      Supportive mental health care addressing emotional and psychological concerns.

      ADHD Treatment

      Therapy and psychiatric care to support focus and daily functioning.

      Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

      Support for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.

      PTSD Treatment

      Care for trauma-related symptoms and emotional distress.

      Schizophrenia and Psychotic Disorders

      Psychiatric care supporting symptom management and daily stability.

      Sleep Disturbances

      Mental health support when sleep challenges affect emotional well-being.

      Bipolar Disorder

      Support for mood stabilization and managing manic and depressive episodes.

  • Payment and Insurance
    • Payment and Insurance 

      Learn about insurance coverage, payment options, and what to expect when beginning mental health care with New Directions Mental Health.

      Insurance

      Review insurance coverage and accepted plans.

      Payment Policies

      Review our billing and payment policies.

      What to Expect

      Learn how our billing and insurance process works.

      INSURANCE

      We accept most insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare

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      Are you an existing client and need to reschedule your appointment, request a prescription refill, or have a general question for your provider? We can help. Visit your location page to reach your clinic directly.

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      Current Clients

      Find helpful tools and resources to support your ongoing care with New Directions Mental Health. 

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      Access appointments, messages, and important information in one secure place.

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      View billing details and manage payments securely.

      Telehealth

      Join scheduled virtual appointments with your provider.

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  • About Us
    • About Us

      Careers

      Our Blog

      FAQs

      Make an Impact in Mental Health Care

      Build a meaningful career with a collaborative team supporting clients and communities.

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  • Our Team
  • Locations
      • Bloomfield – Pittsburgh, PA
      • Fox Chapel, PA
      • Greensburg, PA
      • McCandless, PA
      • McMurray, PA
      • Meadowlands, PA
      • Monongahela, PA
      • Monroeville, PA
      • Robinson, PA
      • Shadyside – Pittsburgh, PA
      • South Hills, PA
      • South Side Flats – Pittsburgh
      • Washington, PA
      • Stonewood – Wexford, PA
      • VIP Drive – Wexford, PA
      • Bloomfield – Pittsburgh, PA
      • Fox Chapel, PA
      • Greensburg, PA
      • McCandless, PA
      • McMurray, PA
      • Meadowlands, PA
      • Monongahela, PA
      • Monroeville, PA
      • Robinson, PA
      • Shadyside – Pittsburgh, PA
      • South Hills, PA
      • South Side Flats – Pittsburgh
      • Washington, PA
      • Stonewood – Wexford, PA
      • VIP Drive – Wexford, PA
  • Care We Provide
    • Services

      Psychiatry

      Spravato

      TMS Therapy

      Therapy

      Telehealth

      Men's Mental Health

      Women's Mental Health

      Adolescents

      Conditions

      Anxiety

      Depression

      Autism

      Eating Disorders

      ADHD Treatment

      OCD

      PTSD

      Schizophrenia

      Sleep Disturbance

      Bipolar Disorder

      Your Mental Health Support Starts Here

      Whether you are starting care for the first time or returning to treatment, our team is here to help you find support that feels right for you.

      If you’re an existing client who needs to reschedule an appointment, request medication refills, or contact your provider, please visit our locations page to reach your clinic directly. 

      Schedule Your Appointment
  • Payment and Insurance
    • Payment and Insurance 

      Insurance

      Payment Policies

      What to Expect

      We accept most insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare

      Accepted Plans

      View and Manage Your Payments

      Pay Your Bill
  • Current Clients
    • We’re Here When You Need Us

      Are you an existing client and need to reschedule your appointment, request a prescription refill, or have a general question for your provider? We can help. Visit your location page to reach your clinic directly.

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    Effects of Trauma on the Brain

    New Direction Mental Health May 5, 2025 Trauma

    Trauma can affect more than just emotions—it can physically change the brain. Whether someone has lived through a single event or ongoing stress, the brain…

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    Understanding the Different Types of Trauma

    New Direction Mental Health February 19, 2025 Trauma

    Trauma can affect everyone differently, but one thing is clear—it can have a profound impact on mental health. Whether it’s a single event or a…

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    Can Trauma Lead to Depression Disorders?

    New Direction Mental Health November 11, 2024 Depression

    November 11th is Veterans Day, a day to honor and thank those who have served in the military. While we celebrate their bravery and sacrifices,…

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    What Is a Fawn Response?

    New Direction Mental Health November 6, 2024 Trauma

    Fawning is a type of response where a person seeks to please others to avoid conflict or gain protection. It’s important to know that when…

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    Trauma and Relationships: The Importance of Healing

    New Direction Mental Health October 16, 2024 Trauma

    Relationships can be challenging, even under the best of circumstances. However, when one or both partners have experienced trauma, the challenges can feel insurmountable. Trauma…

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    What Is Learned Helplessness?

    New Direction Mental Health August 20, 2024 Trauma

    Learned helplessness is a psychological condition where an individual feels unable to control or change a distressing situation, often resulting from repeated exposure to stressful…

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    How Trauma Therapy Can Help You Heal

    New Direction Mental Health August 1, 2024 Trauma

    Trauma encompasses a wide range of experiences that can profoundly impact a person’s mental and emotional well-being. Often resulting from events such as accidents, abuse,…

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    What Does Processing Trauma Mean?

    New Direction Mental Health July 16, 2024 Trauma

    Processing trauma and traumatic experiences can be a challenging and overwhelming journey. It involves acknowledging, understanding, and working through the emotional, mental, and physical impacts…

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    Common Signs of PTSD

    New Direction Mental Health June 14, 2024 PTSD Treatment

    Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition that can happen after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It can profoundly impact a person’s life,…

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    Understanding Common Trauma Responses

    New Direction Mental Health April 22, 2024 Trauma

    Trauma can deeply affect individuals, leaving an indelible mark on their mental, emotional, and sometimes even physical well-being. It arises from overwhelmingly stressful experiences, leaving…

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    • Bloomfield – Pittsburgh, PA
    • Fox Chapel, PA
    • Greensburg, PA
    • McCandless, PA
    • McMurray, PA
    • Meadowlands, PA
    • Monongahela, PA
    • Monroeville, PA
    • Robinson, PA
    • Shadyside – Pittsburgh, PA
    • South Hills, PA
    • South Side Flats – Pittsburgh
    • Washington, PA
    • Stonewood – Wexford, PA
    • VIP Drive – Wexford, PA

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    New Directions Mental Health has convenient clinics located throughout southwestern Pennsylvania.

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    What We Treat

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    • Conditions We Treat
    • ADHD Treatment
    • Anger Management
    • Anxiety Treatment
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    • Bipolar Disorder Treatment
    • Depression Treatment
    • OCD Treatment
    • PTSD Treatment
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