Carlos Golfetto, Ph.D., LPC
NCC, ACS

Carlos Golfetto, Ph.D., LPC
NCC, ACS
Psychotherapist
Practice Director
Certified EMDR Therapist
Certified Sex Therapist
Certified Sex Therapist Supervisor
Pronouns: he/him/his
Welcome! I’m the founder and director of the Awareness and Wellness Center (AWC) in Pittsburgh. One of my favorite quotes is from Maya Angelou: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” This philosophy has guided my nearly 20 years in the mental health field.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), a Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, as well as a Certified Sex Therapist (CST) and Certified Sex Therapist Supervisor.
Originally from Brazil, I began my academic journey studying advertising and marketing but ultimately discovered my true passion for mental health. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, and my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Duquesne University.
I began my career working with individuals facing serious mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders. This experience laid the foundation for my trauma-focused work, particularly with survivors of sexual violence. My training includes Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I have had the opportunity to work with survivors from diverse backgrounds, including those from South and Central America. In 2014, I was honored to be selected as a Minority Fellowship Program Fellow by the National Board for Certified Counselors. My work has also led me to provide trauma-informed care workshops internationally, in countries like Haiti and Saudi Arabia.
I specialize in providing sex therapy for couples and throuples in both monogamous and consensual non-monogamous (CNM) relationships. My interest in understating the different structures people choose for their relationships, whether monogamous, polyamorous, or another arrangement that suits them, drove me to pursue a master’s degree focused on marriage and family therapy. I achieved my goal of becoming a certified sex therapist in 2014. Since then, I have been fortunate to help many couples enhance their communication, deepen intimacy on physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual levels, explore their sexuality, and rekindle desire. Being certified through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) has been one of the most rewarding achievements of my career. I’m honored that my clients allow me to be part of their relationship journeys, whether it’s improving or transforming their relationships for the better.
I am dedicated to working with you collaboratively in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. My approach is holistic, grounded in evidence-based treatments, talk therapy, and compassionate dialogue. Together, we will explore your thoughts and behaviors to foster a deeper understanding of your past and present experiences.
Welcome to therapy. I look forward to working with you!
One of my favorite poets and civil rights activist, Maya Angelou, wrote, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Age Groups
Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety/Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Difficulties
- Life Transitions
- Difficulties with Self-Esteem
- College/Graduate School Issues
- Stress Management
- Couples Therapy
- Sex Therapy (Sexual satisfaction, problematic sexual behaviors, among other issues)
- Gender Identity Support
- LGBTQ+ Counseling
Insurances Covered:
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Highmark
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Optum
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UPMC
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Aetna
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Cigna
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