Therapy for Business Owner Dads in Pennsylvania
The Balancing Act
You are used to being the decision maker. You manage the P&L, the team, and the Q4 goals. But the drive that helps you scale your business is often the same drive that creates distance at home. You arrive at the front door and you are still in CEO mode. Your brain is running a loop of emails, payroll, and strategy while your kids are trying to show you a drawing or tell you about their day. You are physically present, but mentally, you are miles away.
The Business Owner Dad Reality
You feel like you are failing the audit. At work, you have clear KPIs. At home, the success metrics are blurry. You worry that you are trading your relationship with your kids for the bottom line. You feel tired, reactive, and short tempered. You keep thinking that if you could just get over the next hurdle in the business, things would settle down, but the finish line keeps moving. You are exhausted by the effort of keeping the facade up while feeling like the internal strategy for your life is broken.
You Do Not Need to Have It All Figured Out
I work with a lot of founders and owners who feel like they are building the plane while flying it. You do not need to walk in here with a polished deck or a five year plan for your personal life. It is okay if your business is messy, if your growth is stalled, or if you just feel stuck. You do not need the answers to walk through the door. We work with the uncertainty you are facing to help you find the clarity you need to move forward.
The Strategic Shift
At Steamtown Therapies, I help you shift gears. I help you de-escalate the grind so you can show up for your family with the same intentionality you use for your clients. You gain the ability to close the laptop, leave the work stress in the office, and be fully engaged at the dinner table. We build the mental infrastructure to protect your capacity so you can win at work and win at home.
I offer tailored therapeutic guidance for Pennsylvania business leaders striving to build a lasting legacy, ensuring your drive for success translates into the meaningful, supportive relationships you value most with your family.
About Peter Fornetti, MA, LPC
Dad | Husband | Business Owner
Pennsylvania License # PC017348
You’ve mastered the climb at work. Now, let’s apply that same intentionality to the hill that matters most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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It will likely improve it. By lowering your background anxiety and resolving the internal conflict between your roles, you will gain sharper focus and improved emotional intelligence. You aren't just becoming a better dad; you are becoming a more grounded, effective leader.
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You don't have to choose between success and presence; you need a system to transition between them. We focus on creating intentional "transition rituals" that allow you to fully switch off from CEO mode before you walk through your front door. You will learn to be more present at home, not by working less, but by being more intentional with the time you have.
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My goal is to equip you with the tools you need so that you aren't in therapy indefinitely. While the timeline depends on your specific goals, we focus on measurable progress and actionable skill-building from our very first session. We work together for as long as you continue to gain strategic value from our partnership.
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My rate is $200 per 50-minute session. This reflects the specialized, private, and results-oriented approach I provide to help business owner dads successfully balance the demands of executive leadership with their responsibilities at home.
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I do not accept insurance, which allows me to prioritize your privacy by keeping your clinical records free from third-party oversight and mandatory diagnoses. However, I can provide you with a monthly "superbill" that you may submit to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Looking for a different kind of support? Therapy is personal, and your needs may span across different areas of your life. I provide specialized support for:
High-Functioning Anxiety: Breaking the cycle of the "anxious hustle" to find clarity, balance, and sustainable success without sacrificing your drive.
High-Performing Professionals: Optimizing your mental clarity and performance in high-stakes environments.
Couples Therapy: Navigating life’s pressure points to build a more connected, resilient partnership.