Tiayra Villafane, LAPC
(she/they)
Take a Chance at You.
Affirming & Collaborative Therapy for Teens 16+, Adults & Couples
You don't have to walk through this alone. Tiayra offers a warm, accepting space where you can feel understood, explore what you're experiencing, and work together toward meaningful change—at a pace that feels right for you.
💻 Throughout Pennsylvania & Florida — Online therapy
Who I Work With
Tiayra work with teens 16+, adults, and couples navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges. Tiayra strives to create an affirming, nonjudgmental space where you can bring your whole self to therapy—without having to fit into someone else's expectations.
You May Be Looking for Support With
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Anxiety & Depression
When worry, low mood, or emotional overwhelm starts making everyday life harder.
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Trauma & Difficult Experiences
When experiences from the past continue to affect how you feel, think, relate, or respond in the present.
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Grief & Loss
When you're coping with loss and trying to find your way through the emotions and changes that follow.
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Relationships & Connection
When you're experiencing relationship challenges, communication difficulties, or feeling disconnected from others.
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Life Transitions
When you're navigating change, uncertainty, identity, or a season of life that feels unfamiliar.
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Identity & Self-Understanding
When you're exploring who you are, how your experiences have shaped you, or how to feel more comfortable being yourself.
A Space Where You Can Be Yourself
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🌻 LGBTQIA+ Individuals & Couples
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🌻 BIPOC Clients
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🌻 Monogamous & Consensually Non-Monogamous Relationships
A Space to Explore, Heal & Grow
Tiayra creates space to explore what you're experiencing with openness, curiosity, and without judgment. Together, you'll make sense of what matters to you and discover ways of moving forward that feel meaningful and manageable.
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Person-Centered & Collaborative
You are the expert on your own life. Tiayra works alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and respect.
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Trauma-Informed & Mindful
Your experiences matter. Tiayra helps you develop greater awareness, understanding, and self-compassion while honoring your pace and what feels manageable.
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Practical & Personalized
Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all. Tiayra may draw from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques based on what best supports your goals.
Credentials & Specialized Training
✓ Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC #APC000984) in Pennsylvania
✓ Out-of-State Registered Telehealth Provider (#TPIH170) in Florida
✓ Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist from Arizona Trauma Institute
✓ Trauma Informed Care in Practice from University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work
Insurance & Fees
Tiayra is in-network with a variety of insurance plans. Because insurance participation varies by therapist, you can view the plans Tiayra currently accepts below.
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Aetna
Allied Trades Assistance Program (ATAP)
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
BCBS Federal Employee Plan
Capital BlueCross
Cigna
Empire BCBS
Excellus BCBS
Florida Blue
Geisinger (GHP)
HealthAdvocate
Highmark
Horizon BCBS
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross (IBX)
Keystone Health Plan East
LifeSolutions EAP
Mental Health Consultants (MHC)
Meritain Health
Premera BCBS
Regence BCBS
Regional Care
UPMC
Self-pay and reduced-fee options may also be available. Learn more about therapy costs and available options on our Insurance & Fees page.
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Step 1: Connect With Us
Take the first step by contacting us. We're here to answer your questions and help you get started.
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Step 2: We'll Guide You
Together, we'll help you find the therapist who is the best fit for your needs, goals, and preferences.
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Step 3: Begin Healing Together
Meet your therapist, build a trusting relationship, and begin working toward meaningful growth and lasting change.