ONLINE COUNSELING INTENSIVES IN PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA, OHIO, AND ILLINOIS

Break free from burnout. Rebuild with therapy intensives

Therapy intensives for women and couples who want more.

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💡 You Don’t Need Another Coping Strategy. You Need a Turning Point.

You're not here for band-aids. You're here because something deeper is asking to shift.

Maybe it’s the mental spiral that keeps you awake at night.
The emotional weight of carrying your marriage, your family, your schedule—alone.
Or that quiet voice saying, “I miss who I used to be.”

Whether you’re a high-achieving mom running on empty, or part of a couple that loves each other but feels miles apart…

You don’t need to keep powering through.
You need a safe space to pause, go deep, and get clear—before burnout turns into breakdown.

That’s what this intensive is for. One day. A powerful reset. A whole new level of clarity and direction.

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Therapy intensives change everything.

Hi, I’m Emily. 

I understand exactly what you’re going through because I’ve seen it countless times in my practice. I’m a Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist (PMH‑C). I’m a wife and mom to three wonderful daughters, two of them identical twins, and I understand firsthand how overwhelming and unpredictable life can feel.

As much as I love my family, I’ve also learned how vital it is to find balance, navigate the chaos, and take care of myself along the way. Life isn’t perfect, but it’s incredibly rewarding when we create a path that’s right for us.

I built these intensives because I got tired of watching women suffer in silence. Tired of couples wasting time in shallow therapy when they needed depth and movement.

So I created something different.
Something that honors your time, your intelligence, and your longing for real connection. This is the kind of work I wish every high-functioning woman and couple could experience.

Imagine a life where..

  • You stop feeling so anxious, guilty, and overwhelmed.

  • You can manage the mental load and delegate without feeling like everything will fall apart.

  • You can communicate better with your partner and feel seen in your marriage.

  • You can break cycles of perfectionism and people-pleasing.

  • You’ll actually enjoy your kids again — with less guilt and more connection.

Therapy Intensives can help you..

✨ Develop Inner peace and trust - You want to feel grounded and follow your intuition, making decisions from a place of confidence, not second-guessing.

💖 Feel loved for who you are, not just what you do - You crave emotional connection and want to feel valued, not just needed.

🧘‍♀️ Reclaim your identity beyond being a mom, wife, or caretaker - You don’t want to lose yourself n the roles you play; you want to feel like yourself again.

🌱 Break generational patterns - You want to heal their own wounds so they don’t pass down anxiety, perfectionism, or emotional disconnection to your children.

💡 Feel like you’re enough - You are tired of striving, proving, and hustling for worthiness. You want to rest in knowing you are worthy just as you are.

Intensives

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Couples Intensive

You love each other, but somewhere along the way, life took over—and now, it feels like you're just coexisting instead of truly connecting.

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Individual Intensive

For high-achieving moms who feel overwhelmed but crave real change. Let’s reset, reconnect, and bring you back to you—with compassion and clarity.

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Premarital Intensive

For engaged and deeply committed couples ready to build a strong foundation—through intention, practical tools, and meaningful connection.

💡 How It Works

Get lasting emotional clarity in one day - without months of therapy or surface-level strategies.
This intensive is designed to fast-track insight, connection, and healing for high-functioning women and couples who are ready to stop spiraling and start living in alignment.
Available to residents of Pennsylvania, Ohio, or Illinois
✨ Limited spots available each month to protect the depth of this work

  • 1: Apply

    Get expert-level support - without wasting time on mismatched therapy.
    Apply to reserve your spot. I accept a limited number of clients each month so I can give each story the depth it deserves. If we’re aligned, I’ll reach out personally to schedule your intensive.

  • 2: Intake +Assessment

    Get to the root of your overwhelm—without rehashing your life story for weeks.
    Before your session, you’ll complete a detailed intake so we can skip the surface and dive straight into what’s keeping you stuck.

  • 3: Your Personalized Intensive

    Get 6+ months of therapy results in one day—without emotional whiplash or weekly appointments.
    We’ll meet virtually for either a full-day or two half-day sessions. This is focused, therapist-guided time to finally clear the fog and make real movement.

  • 4: Post-Intensive Support

    Get accountability and refinement—without feeling like you’re on your own again.
    Four weeks later, we’ll meet for a 50-minute check-in to see what’s shifted, what’s sticking, and where we can adjust to support your long-term growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I have chosen not to accept insurance because this gives me more freedom to tailor a treatment plan to fit your unique needs. However, most insurance companies will reimburse you for your therapy sessions as an out-of-network provider.

  • I am licensed to counsel clients in the states of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois. 
    I welcome clients in the Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and greater Pennsylvania area; the Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and greater Ohio area; as well as in Chicago and the greater Illinois area.

  • "From the moment I started sessions with Emily, it felt like I was talking to a trusted friend who genuinely cared about my well-being. Emily strikes the perfect balance between professionalism and approachability, making every session comfortable and productive. It truly feels like Emily is in your corner, advocating for your best interests every step of the way. She doesn't just help you identify problems; she empowers you to explore solutions that lead to genuine happiness and calm anxiety. What sets Emily apart is her willingness to workshop conversations with you, ensuring you feel confident and equipped to navigate stressful situations with grace and resilience. Thanks to Emily, I've gained invaluable insights and tools that have transformed not just how I approach challenges, but how I live my life. I'm extremely grateful for her support and guidance."

    GC

  • "I came to Emily for help with my relationship with my parents while I was pregnant. She was really good at identifying the harmful beliefs I held about myself and my relationship with them. I learned how to better advocate for myself, and my parents learned how to better support me. We communicate so much better than before!"

    TG

  • "Emily provided our family with outstanding support and guidance through a very important and difficult time. She is a great listener, very knowledgeable and skilled while supporting all sides of our conversations. She is sympathetic and gracious with everyone. She was able to help us get to a very good place. We recommend Emily highly."

    VD

  • "What truly sets Emily apart is the safe and judgment-free environment she creates for her clients. Opening up about personal struggles and vulnerabilities can be daunting, but she really fosters an atmosphere of trust and acceptance that allows me to be completely open and honest. I never feel judged or criticized; instead, I feel supported and understood every step of the way. At the end of every session, she always reminds me that therapy is hard work, and to be kind to myself. It is just the thing to help me carry on with my day, even after the heaviest of conversations. Emily demonstrates a remarkable ability to listen actively and offer insightful perspectives. Her guidance has been instrumental in helping me gain new insights into myself and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I always leave our sessions feeling empowered and motivated to work towards positive change. I cannot recommend Emily Zeller highly enough and I’ve seen so many positive changes in my life since working with her. If you're seeking support on your mental health journey, she is truly a gem and I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with her."

    —ME

  • "From the moment I started sessions with Emily, it felt like I was talking to a trusted friend who genuinely cared about my well-being. Emily strikes the perfect balance between professionalism and approachability, making every session comfortable and productive. It truly feels like Emily is in your corner, advocating for your best interests every step of the way. She doesn't just help you identify problems; she empowers you to explore solutions that lead to genuine happiness and calm anxiety. What sets Emily apart is her willingness to workshop conversations with you, ensuring you feel confident and equipped to navigate stressful situations with grace and resilience. Thanks to Emily, I've gained invaluable insights and tools that have transformed not just how I approach challenges, but how I live my life. I'm extremely grateful for her support and guidance"

    GC

Online therapy throughout Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ohio & Illinois

Online therapy throughout Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ohio & Illinois

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