Natalie Vrana, LCSW — Therapist in Pennsylvania

Hi there, I'm Natalie!

Does your teenager need a therapist who can see how their unique experiences, values, interests, and goals have shaped who they are? Are you looking for someone to help you understand your child or teenager to improve your relationship with them? I work with teens and families navigating difficult times.

My focus

I work with children, teenagers, and families to improve communication and relationships. I help with trauma, anxiety, gifted students, anger management, behavioral disorders, ADHD, peer relationships, and social skills. I also support cyber school students navigating online learning challenges.

My approach

I use a strength-based and client-led approach. I incorporate trauma-informed interventions, CBT, and DBT, including reframing, coping skills, mindfulness, and assertiveness training. My goal is to help you build on your strengths while developing tools that work for your life.

My communication style

If you are looking for a playful and creative approach to therapy, you have found the right person. I use a sense of humor and creative activities suited to your needs. I use nonjudgmental, positive, and assertive communication to help you feel comfortable talking about anything you want to approach in sessions.

My journey to mental healthcare

I believe everyone has the capacity to begin again, no matter how difficult the past. I'm passionate about helping teens and families discover their strengths and build healthier relationships through understanding and connection.

My goals for you

I understand that starting with a new therapist can feel overwhelming, especially for adolescents and teenagers. My approach is to let you determine the goals you want to work on so you feel comfortable while we work together to reach them.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll talk about what brought you to therapy, past therapy experiences, and what you're looking for. I encourage you to schedule a session so you can interview me to be sure I'm the best fit for you.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Expressive Arts

Mindfulness-Based

Play Therapy

+ 4 more

Focus populations

Educators

Gay

Lesbian

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Single Mother

+ 8 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

+ 35 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Arts (MA) in Educational Psychology from Eastern Michigan University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Natalie Vrana