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Areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent concerns, <a href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/library/depression\" class=\"article-inline-link\" data-context-link=\"360\">depression</a>, and self-esteem.</p><p>She works with children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and behavioral issues. Hankinson holds a Master's of Science in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University.</p><p>With nearly a decade of diverse experience, she has worked in various settings, gaining extensive knowledge in addressing the needs of diverse populations. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, Hankinson provides a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.</p><dl class=\"person-facts\"><div><dt>Inclusive care</dt><dd>LGBTQ+ Allied</dd></div><div><dt>Practitioner gender</dt><dd>Female</dd></div><div><dt>Professional types</dt><dd>Therapist</dd></div><div><dt>Session types</dt><dd>Individual</dd></div><div><dt>Licensed states</dt><dd>Pennsylvania</dd></div></dl><section class=\"person-regional-communities\" aria-labelledby=\"local-communities\"><h2 id=\"local-communities\">Local Communities</h2><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/local/pittsburgh-pa\">Pittsburgh, PA</a></li></ul></section><section class=\"person-related-communities\" id=\"topic-communities\" aria-labelledby=\"topic-communities-heading\"><h2 id=\"topic-communities-heading\">Topic Communities</h2><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/community/anxiety\">Anxiety</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/community/depression\">Depression</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/community/post-traumatic-stress-disorder\">Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/community/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder\">Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder</a></li></ul></section></section><section aria-labelledby=\"tab-contributions\" class=\"person-panel person-view\" id=\"contributions\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-empty\"><p>No contributions are linked to this profile yet.</p></div></section><section aria-labelledby=\"tab-care\" class=\"person-panel person-view\" id=\"care\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-care-layout\"><nav aria-label=\"Care details\" aria-orientation=\"horizontal\" class=\"person-care-nav\" role=\"tablist\"><a aria-controls=\"specialties\" aria-selected=\"true\" href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/people/kirsten-hankinson#specialties\" id=\"care-tab-specialties\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">Specialties</a><a aria-controls=\"qualifications\" aria-selected=\"false\" href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/people/kirsten-hankinson#qualifications\" id=\"care-tab-qualifications\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\">Qualifications</a><a aria-controls=\"locations\" aria-selected=\"false\" href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/people/kirsten-hankinson#locations\" id=\"care-tab-locations\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\">Location</a><a aria-controls=\"connect\" aria-selected=\"false\" href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/people/kirsten-hankinson#connect\" id=\"care-tab-connect\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\">Contact</a></nav><div class=\"person-care-content\"><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-specialties\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"specialties\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><h2>Specialties</h2><ul><li>ADHD</li><li>Anxiety</li><li>Behavioral Issues</li><li>Child or Adolescent</li><li>Depression</li><li>Self Esteem</li><li>Trauma</li></ul><h3>Inclusive care</h3><ul><li>LGBTQ+ Allied</li></ul><h3>Session types</h3><ul><li>Individual</li></ul></section><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-qualifications\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"qualifications\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-credential-details\"><div><h3>Degrees</h3><p>M.S.C.P.</p></div><div><h3>Professional licenses and registrations</h3><p>LPC</p></div><div><h3>Certifications</h3><p>NCC</p></div></div><div class=\"provider-qualifications\"><div><h3>Professional title</h3><p>Licensed Professional Counselor</p></div><div><h3>Licensed states</h3><ul><li>Pennsylvania</li></ul></div></div></section><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-locations\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"locations\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-office\"><h3>Pittsburgh, PA</h3><address>9401 McKnight Rd<br>STE 105<br>Pittsburgh, PA 15237</address></div></section><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-connect\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"connect\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-contact\"><p>Ask about availability, fees, and whether the approach is right for you.</p><div class=\"person-contact-actions\"><div><p>Pittsburgh, PA</p><a class=\"provider-call\" href=\"tel:4123670575\">(412) 367-0575</a></div></div></div></section></div></div></section></div></div></div><div class=\"provider-owner person-claim\"><p>Are you Kirsten Hankinson?</p><a data-claim-listing=\"/people/kirsten-hankinson\" href=\"https://www.mentalhealth.com/people/claim\">Claim this listing</a></div></div>","text":"Home People Kirsten Hankinson Kirsten Hankinson, M.S.C.P. Licensed Professional Counselor M.S.C.P., LPC, NCC Pittsburgh, PA AboutContributionsCare Kirsten Hankinson is a licensed professional counselor in Pittsburgh, PA. Areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent concerns, depression, and self-esteem. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and behavioral issues. Hankinson holds a Master's of Science in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University. With nearly a decade of diverse experience, she has worked in various settings, gaining extensive knowledge in addressing the needs of diverse populations. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, Hankinson provides a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. 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Areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent concerns, <a href=\"/library/depression\" class=\"article-inline-link\" data-context-link=\"360\">depression</a>, and self-esteem.</p><p>She works with children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and behavioral issues. Hankinson holds a Master's of Science in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University.</p><p>With nearly a decade of diverse experience, she has worked in various settings, gaining extensive knowledge in addressing the needs of diverse populations. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, Hankinson provides a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.</p><dl class=\"person-facts\"><div><dt>Inclusive care</dt><dd>LGBTQ+ Allied</dd></div><div><dt>Practitioner gender</dt><dd>Female</dd></div><div><dt>Professional types</dt><dd>Therapist</dd></div><div><dt>Session types</dt><dd>Individual</dd></div><div><dt>Licensed states</dt><dd>Pennsylvania</dd></div></dl><section class=\"person-regional-communities\" aria-labelledby=\"local-communities\"><h2 id=\"local-communities\">Local Communities</h2><ul><li><a href=\"/local/pittsburgh-pa\">Pittsburgh, PA</a></li></ul></section><section class=\"person-related-communities\" id=\"topic-communities\" aria-labelledby=\"topic-communities-heading\"><h2 id=\"topic-communities-heading\">Topic Communities</h2><ul><li><a href=\"/community/anxiety\">Anxiety</a></li><li><a href=\"/community/depression\">Depression</a></li><li><a href=\"/community/post-traumatic-stress-disorder\">Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder</a></li><li><a href=\"/community/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder\">Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder</a></li></ul></section></section><section aria-labelledby=\"tab-contributions\" class=\"person-panel person-view\" id=\"contributions\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-empty\"><p>No contributions are linked to this profile yet.</p></div></section><section aria-labelledby=\"tab-care\" class=\"person-panel person-view\" id=\"care\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-care-layout\"><nav aria-label=\"Care details\" aria-orientation=\"horizontal\" class=\"person-care-nav\" role=\"tablist\"><a aria-controls=\"specialties\" aria-selected=\"true\" href=\"#specialties\" id=\"care-tab-specialties\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">Specialties</a><a aria-controls=\"qualifications\" aria-selected=\"false\" href=\"#qualifications\" id=\"care-tab-qualifications\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\">Qualifications</a><a aria-controls=\"locations\" aria-selected=\"false\" href=\"#locations\" id=\"care-tab-locations\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\">Location</a><a aria-controls=\"connect\" aria-selected=\"false\" href=\"#connect\" id=\"care-tab-connect\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\">Contact</a></nav><div class=\"person-care-content\"><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-specialties\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"specialties\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><h2>Specialties</h2><ul><li>ADHD</li><li>Anxiety</li><li>Behavioral Issues</li><li>Child or Adolescent</li><li>Depression</li><li>Self Esteem</li><li>Trauma</li></ul><h3>Inclusive care</h3><ul><li>LGBTQ+ Allied</li></ul><h3>Session types</h3><ul><li>Individual</li></ul></section><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-qualifications\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"qualifications\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-credential-details\"><div><h3>Degrees</h3><p>M.S.C.P.</p></div><div><h3>Professional licenses and registrations</h3><p>LPC</p></div><div><h3>Certifications</h3><p>NCC</p></div></div><div class=\"provider-qualifications\"><div><h3>Professional title</h3><p>Licensed Professional Counselor</p></div><div><h3>Licensed states</h3><ul><li>Pennsylvania</li></ul></div></div></section><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-locations\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"locations\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-office\"><h3>Pittsburgh, PA</h3><address>9401 McKnight Rd<br>STE 105<br>Pittsburgh, PA 15237</address></div></section><section aria-labelledby=\"care-tab-connect\" class=\"person-care-panel\" id=\"connect\" role=\"tabpanel\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"person-contact\"><p>Ask about availability, fees, and whether the approach is right for you.</p><div class=\"person-contact-actions\"><div><p>Pittsburgh, PA</p><a class=\"provider-call\" href=\"tel:4123670575\">(412) 367-0575</a></div></div></div></section></div></div></section></div></div></div><div class=\"provider-owner person-claim\"><p>Are you Kirsten Hankinson?</p><a data-claim-listing=\"/people/kirsten-hankinson\" href=\"/people/claim\">Claim this listing</a></div></div>"}}