The Better Institute
MT
Est. 2018 1 care level
(833) 567-5838
Free · Confidential · 24/7
About The Better Institute
Located 6 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, The Better Institute offers in-person therapy to adults and teens in Allegheny County and the surrounding area as well as online therapy to residents of PA, CT, FL, OH, and NJ. The Better Institute seeks to make treatment affordable and accepts a variety of private insurance options for both in person and online therapy.
The better institute offers therapy for depression, anxiety, gambling, gaming, substance use, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, and more. Therapists on staff specialize in trauma-informed treatment for first responders, couples therapy using the Gottman Method, gambling addictions, and adolescent gaming concerns. Therapists implement a wide range of evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), internal family systems therapy (IFS), and motivational interviewing (MI).
The better institute offers therapy for depression, anxiety, gambling, gaming, substance use, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, and more. Therapists on staff specialize in trauma-informed treatment for first responders, couples therapy using the Gottman Method, gambling addictions, and adolescent gaming concerns. Therapists implement a wide range of evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), internal family systems therapy (IFS), and motivational interviewing (MI).
Who This Center Serves
Men
Men and Women
Women
Adolescents
LGBTQ+
What to Expect at The Better Institute
1. Initial Assessment
A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.
2. Active Treatment
Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30+ days.
3. Progress & Recovery
Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.
4. Aftercare Planning
Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.
Contact Information
Quick Facts
| Program | 30+ days |
| Focus | At this center, you receive pe... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
Therapies & Methods
Treatment Philosophy
Evidence-Based
Holistic
Individual Treatment
Trauma Informed
One-to-One
Conditions & Substances Treated
Alcohol
Insurance Accepted
The Better Institute works with 24 insurance providers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA