Dr. Joshua Gregson, PhD

(he/him/his)

EMDR Certified Therapist

About Me

I have been working as a psychologist for 13 years and I'm trained in many approaches to therapy, including psychodynamic therapy and EMDR. I strive to help in any way I can, so I use a mix of approaches. I help you understand what is happening to you, and how to change and heal. I share my thoughts in an ongoing and collaborative way. When relevant, I share my own experiences. I'm an LGBTQ+ ally, & I love working with and knowing diverse peoples and ways of life. I help you learn to tolerate and overcome fear, flashbacks, nightmares, and panic with trauma-informed care. I help you grow a solid internal awareness that centers you amid overwhelming feelings. You will learn to cultivate healthy and compassionate parts of yourself, and push back against harsh internal criticism and self-destructive tendencies. I am a trauma survivor. I have been helped by many healers and mentors. I find great meaning and satisfaction in sharing what I have learned. I love exploration and discovery. I am always learning, especially in history, mathematics, philosophy, physics, and psychology. I continue to pursue greater understanding and connection, especially through my work.

Education & Experience

BS, Mathematics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1996 BS, Physics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1996 MA, History & Philosophy of Science, University of Pittsburgh, 2000 MS, Physics, University of Pittsburgh, 2002 MA, Clinical Psychology, Duquesne University, 2004 PhD, Clinical Psychology, Duquesne University, 2009 Postdoctoral Project Coordinator, Child Depression Research Project, 2009-2011 Licensed Psychologist, Pennsylvania, 2011-present EMDR Trained, 2018 EMDR Certified, 2024

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Greater Pittsburgh Psychological Association, Board Member & President, 2011-2014 Pennsylvania Psychological Association, Member, 2011-present (with hiatus in the middle) EMDRIA, Member, 2024-present

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • Expats
  • First Responders
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors
  • Underserved
  • Veterans/Military

Insurance

  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Highmark

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