About Tala Collective
MISSION
At Tala Collective, our mission is to support individuals through life’s transitions with authenticity, self-compassion, and meaningful growth. We strive to create space for honest reflection, helping clients move beyond shame, reconnect with themselves, and build lives that feel aligned and sustainable.
VISION
We envision a world where people navigate change, uncertainty, and personal growth with clarity, confidence, and a deep connection to themselves.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Andi Tolbert, LPC
Growing up across the United States and overseas, I was fortunate to be shaped by diverse cultures and perspectives. Those experiences instilled the values of humility, empathy, and respect, and continue to influence the way I approach counseling today. I believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued, regardless of their background or life experiences.
Before becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders from The Pennsylvania State University and worked as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant for more than five years. That experience deepened my appreciation for the power of communication and strengthened my understanding of child development. I later earned my Master's in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and now have the privilege of serving individuals and families throughout the Pittsburgh area.
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe, understood, and free to be yourself. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions, helping them better understand their emotions, strengthen communication, and navigate life's challenges with confidence.
My approach is holistic and tailored to each client, integrating evidence-based strategies with mindfulness and practical tools that fit your unique needs. Whether you're struggling with people-pleasing, setting boundaries, managing overwhelming thoughts, or simply trying to better understand yourself, we'll work together to create meaningful, lasting change.
If you're tired of always putting others first, saying ”yes” when you want to say ”no,” or feeling uncertain about who you are, you're not alone. Therapy can help you build confidence, develop healthier boundaries, and embrace uncertainty with greater self-compassion. I'm here to walk alongside you with encouragement, validation, and support as you create a life that feels more authentic to you.
Why Tala was Founded
My goal as a therapist is to help guide clients through life’s many obstacles and rediscover or recover their identity to become their most authentic self. Tala in Tagalog (Philippines) means star, in Philippine mythology she is a goddess depicted as a bright light who serves as a guide to travelers lost at night.
Over the years, I felt my calling was to help people find their voice, the shift to counseling happened when I reflected on how I found my own. My path to becoming a therapist is not a typical one, it started with my own journey going through counseling during a dark time in my life. By making small and lasting changes, I was able to take the steps into a new career. The work that I have done over the years has gotten me to be the therapist I am today.
My goal and vision for Tala Collective is to bring parts of wellness together to achieve wholeness. Making choices that align with the life you want to live, and know that you can find your path at any stage in your life.
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