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Avis Moorehead, LCSW

Affirming support for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions
  • Culturally responsive care
  • Trauma informed support
  • LGBTQ plus affirming

About Avis Moorehead

Avis Moorehead, LCSW, is a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania with 11 years of experience supporting people through difficult emotions and major life stressors. Her work is grounded in creating an affirming, compassionate environment where clients can feel heard while navigating concerns such as social anxiety, trauma recovery, grief, and exploration of personal identity.

She offers culturally responsive care that respects each person’s background and lived experience, with particular attentiveness to LGBTQ+ communities and first responders. Avis also supports individuals coping with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and post-traumatic stress, helping clients make sense of what they are carrying and develop steadier ways to move forward.

Her approach emphasizes whole-person healing and practical growth, focusing on building resilience, strengthening self-understanding, and identifying meaningful strategies that fit day-to-day life. With empathy and respect, she partners with clients as they work through life’s most challenging moments and create a path toward the changes they want to make.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

First responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Avis Moorehead have?

Avis Moorehead has 11 years of experience providing therapy and support.

Is Avis Moorehead a licensed therapist?

Yes. Avis Moorehead is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania. License: PA LCSW CW015620.

In which languages does Avis Moorehead provide therapy?

Avis Moorehead provides therapy in English.

Where is Avis Moorehead located?

Avis Moorehead is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Avis Moorehead as my therapist?

You can work with Avis Moorehead through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Avis Moorehead work with international clients?

No. Avis Moorehead does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Avis Moorehead cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well Online

Avis Moorehead integrates evidence-based approaches that can work well in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new responses, which can be especially useful for concerns like anxiety, social anxiety, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, offering structured tools that clients can practice between sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult feelings while moving toward values-based actions, supporting resilience during grief, trauma recovery, and major life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Avis collaborates with clients to understand what they are experiencing and what they want from therapy, then tailors the work to fit their goals, preferences, and pace. The focus stays practical and supportive, with room to adjust as needs evolve.

Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect with a licensed professional. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to keep care consistent around demanding schedules, commuting limits, or changing energy levels.

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