Ursula Teuter, PHD

When life presents us with obstacles and pain, it is helpful to find a therapist who can listen deeply and without preconceived notions, facilitate a gentler and more meaningful passage through the turbulence, and assist in forging new ways of dealing with life’s adversities and surprises.

I grew up in Germany, but have lived most of my life in Pittsburgh. Since receiving my Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh, I have been in practice for over 40 years. Throughout my career, I’ve spent time working in many different settings and treated clients from diverse backgrounds. However, I am currently not accepting individual clients, only couples.

Training & Methods

My early training was in Jungian Therapy, and I continue to be guided by Jung’s visionary view of Psyche and Self and the resulting awareness of our innate desire for Wholeness, Individuation, and Transformation.

Over the years, one of the fundamentals I’ve grown to rely on is the unity of body, mind, and spirit. I believe it is paramount to address them as a whole.

My approach to couples counseling focuses on empathic communication and is informed by Dr. Sue Johnson’s “Emotionally Focused Couples Counseling” and Dr. Bernard Guerney’s “Relationship Enhancement Therapy”. I received training from both Dr. Bernard Guerney and Dr. Sue Johnson. The two approaches combined aim to install a process and communication method that makes home the safe harbor we wish for. Its goal is to enable the couple to address differences of opinion and disagreements in a climate of increasing empathic understanding, collaboration, and mutual respect.

Integrating Mind & Body

As additional tools, I offer a variety of mind/body approaches in my practice. They include EFT-related techniques, stress-reduction practices, and a multitude of Donna Eden techniques designed for better coping with anxiety and trauma. My interest in mind/body healing led me to become certified as a Donna Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner.

Additional Languages Spoken: German, French

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