Welcome to the place that’s made for you.
Welcome to the place that’s made for you.
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Many specialties. One personalized approach.
We are a group practice serving the Pittsburgh community and located in the heart of Shadyside. Our team is diverse by design, bringing a unique collection of cultural and clinical experiences. Following a shared philosophy, each therapist combines evidence-based practices with holistic and mindful approaches to psychotherapy.
The result is a carefully tailored plan of treatment for each individual. Whether you’re reaching out for yourself, with your partner, or for your family, the Awareness & Wellness Center (AWC) is committed to providing therapy services that support your journey to greater self-awareness and better health.
Take the first step today.
We believe in making a personal connection, so please feel free to call, text, or email our team directly.
We can help to lead the way.
Sometimes getting started can be challenging, and our team is here to guide you. If you need assistance choosing a therapist, we can make the right introductions. Simply complete a short intake form.

We all need someone to talk to.
Our therapists will help you explore any emotional problems you might be experiencing and address the underlying issues. With our support, you can make the necessary changes to improve your well-being and cope with life’s challenges more effectively.

Becoming better, together.
When your closest relationships are no longer providing happiness and satisfaction, couples counseling and therapy can help you improve and salvage your relationship. Awareness and Wellness Center therapists work with you together to help you rebuild your relationship.

Learning how to grow.
Emotional difficulties are often commonplace for children and adolescents. They may feel overwhelmed and confused when trying to understand and cope with stressors in their lives. Our team of therapists can help your child move toward emotional healing. We provide integrated, trauma informed and caring treatment services that are based in evidence-based practices.

Group Therapy and Classes
Making new connections.
A group dynamic can create a supportive environment for examining your concerns, in addition to challenging your preconceptions. In discussions with peers and group facilitators, you will have the opportunity to process shared issues and practice new ways of connecting with yourself and others.

Sex Therapy
Many people encounter issues with sex and intimacy at some point in their lives – you are not alone. For many, psychotherapy can help resolve sexual dysfunction help clear any emotional blocks along your path to healing.

Experience you can trust.
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorders PTSD
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Our Therapists

Carlos Golfetto, Ph.D.
NCC, LPC, ACS
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist
Practice Director
Certified EMDR Therapist
Certified Sex Therapist

NCC
Shadyside Office

Casey Weaverling
M.S.,M.A., NCC
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist

Elizabeth McBride
MSEd.
Shadyside office

Jennifer Rozell-Whitaker
LPC, ATR-BC
Wilkinsburg Office
Clinical Supervisor
Psychotherapist

Stephanie Souza
M.S, M.A.
Shadyside Office
Practice Manager
Psychotherapist

Enyo Ndinyah
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist

Leah Roberts, M.S.
Shadyside Office

Kevin Malley, M.Ed.
LPC, NCC
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist

Amy Montgomery, M.Ed.
NCC
Shadyside Office

Ventura Simmons, M.Ed.
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist

Valerie Stacy, Ph.D.
Shadyside Office

Marty Caplan
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist

Kaleb Snyder, LPC
Shadyside Office

Elizabeth Joan Harris, MT-BC
Shadyside Office
Music Therapist

Monique Mead
Shadyside Office

Sara Rothstein
Shadyside Office
Psychotherapist

Dawn Lehman
MACT/ACC
Shadyside Office
Mindfulness Instruction, Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Restorative Justice

Stephanie Hamilton-El
MA
Wilkinsburg Office
Psychotherapist

Lais Alexander
MA
Wilkinsburg Office
Psychotherapist

Corrin Corbin
MA, ATR,-P, MA-CJ
Wilkinsburg Office
Psychotherapist

Sarah Rizzi
BA
Wilkinsburg Office
Art Therapy and Counseling Intern

Debby Welch
Administrative Assistant
Our team is here for you.
We know big decisions aren’t always easy. Not sure which therapist is right for you? Complete our short intake form, and we can make a recommendation.
Awareness & Wellness Center (AWC) welcomes all sexualities, genders, and relationships.