Anastasia Pluish, LAPC

My approach celebrates diversity & agency, centering inner work through formative, relational & systemic awareness. I welcome all identities & lived experiences, supporting LGBTQIA+ (asexual & aromantic inclusive), polyamorous & nontraditional communities, & those navigating neurodivergence, cultural identity, chronic illness & other marginalized experiences. I welcome secular & spiritual existential exploration of meaning, agency & belonging, including processing around religious trauma. I also value working with helping professionals, where shared insight fosters unique layers of reflection. Whether you have specific goals in mind, or simply sensing the need for change, therapy can help. This journey often includes self-exploration, emotional processing, cognitive patterns, trauma work, interpersonal needs, life transitions, & values-based living. Couples therapy often centers on communication, ruptures, attachment, relational needs, & building intentional connection across diverse relationship structures. My approach is individualized & responsive. Sessions may unfold organically through conversation, or include more structured elements like workbooks, reflective exercises, or creative projects, depending on your preferences. We'll draw primarily from Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Schema, Solution-Focused, Attachment, Relational, Existential, Feminist, Mindfulness, Multicultural, & Trauma-Informed modalities. WHERE TO BEGIN You are welcome to use the contact form (up top), email anastasia@craftystentialpeace.com text (864) MY PEACE, or schedule a free consult directly through this website. I offer an optional free 30-minute consultation, as well as the option to schedule your first session. Coaching is also available as an alternative to therapy for support around specific life goals, transitions, identity exploration, & similar, & is not limited to Pennsylvania residents. AFFORTABILITY I joined Open Path Collective's mission of accessible therapy. If you qualify & become a member, you will gain access to significantly reduced rates: https://openpathcollective.org/clinicians/anastasia-pluish FINANCES I currently accept self-payment for therapy clients residing within Pennsylvania state (superbill provided for out of network insurance reimbursement), & self-payment for coaching clients residing within the United States. I also see a number of Medicaid clients, please inquire about current availability or wait-list for Medicaid recipients.