Justine Eicker, LPC (she/her)

The Basics

Title: Clinical Therapist

Availability: Available intakes likely within 1 month

Location: Downtown + Telehealth hybrid

Schedule: Weekdays, evenings

Insurance/payment: UPMC commercial, Highmark BC/BS commercial, Cigna, Aetna, Medical Assistance (Allegheny County Only)

Sliding scale $100-140

My Specialties

• Reproductive Trauma (challenging birth, medical trauma, sexual trauma, intimate partner violence);

• Reproductive mental health issues (infertility; abortion; challenges across pregnancy; postpartum anxiety, OCD, depression, or other challenges; early parenting support);

• Reproductive grief and loss;

• Trauma;

• Grief and loss;

• Adjustment, stress, transitions;

• Family trauma: Emotional Inheritance, Family Dynamics

My Orientation & Approach

Systems (including familial, transgenerational, historically oppressive, intersectional identity frameworks); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Strengths-based; Evidence-based trauma therapies; Expressive therapies; Relational-Cultural.

Some Fun Facts

When not in session or doing schoolwork, I am cross-stitching, doing a paint-by-number, baking, or taking care of my numerous houseplants. I love Halloween and spooky things, Harry Styles, art museums, and reading (Jane Austen is my fav!).

What working with me is like

My approach to counseling is grounded in empathy, compassion, and trust. I want our time together to be a collaborative process built on respect, understanding, non-judgment, and authenticity. My goal is to create a space for safety and empowerment. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the greatest tool for healing. I want to meet you where you are, and I realize that one type of counseling does not fit everyone.

In my practice with clients, I am sure to reflect and practice ethical and inclusive methods, including trauma-informed care, LGBTQIA+ and gender affirmation, neurodivergence affirmation, body acceptance, and anti-racism. It is important for me to validate and understand all the ways my clients identify themselves to create a safe and authentic counseling space.

Quote

“As you ramble through life, whatever be your goal, keep your eye upon the donut and not upon the hole.” – Tutty, my grandfather

“Not all who wander are lost.” – JRR Tolkien

Important about me

I am a born-and-raised Pittsburgher, brought up by a close-knit, loving family who I value and love very much. I received a B.A. in Psychology from Allegheny College and an M.S. in Professional Counseling from Carlow University. I am pursuing my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at Duquesne University. I love my work, as I am continually inspired by the resilience and strength of the individuals and families I have the honor to work with.