"Do you or a loved one, struggle with low self-esteem, confidence, or self-worth? Are you going through a difficult time in your life and need guidance or encouragement? Have you suffered a great loss in your life? Do you have a child with emotional or behavioral problems? Life can be difficult at times, and perhaps you need someone to come alongside you for additional support. I will listen and together we will formulate a plan to help you better deal with your situation(s). Invest in me and I will strive to help you reach your goals!"

"Clients come because they are in pain. They seek relief. I have 20 years of experience empowering clients to reach their goals. I partner with clients to get unstuck with tools and education."

"Are you frustrated with changing something? Do you find it hard to lose that weight, quit smoking or deal with your constant anxiety? If so, you've found the right place to help you. There's a very good reason that willpower never works to affect change. Willpower is a product of our conscious minds. Hypnotherapy works to address the TRUE source of your behavior - the subconscious mind. This is precisely why some people spend YEARS in traditional therapy and never get anywhere. Because you're merely treating the symptom, not the actual problem."

"My passion is to help those that are feeling troubled. If you allow me, I will come along side of you and give you the tools to take control of your circumstances and empower you to live a happy and satisfying life. I am a professional psychotherapist, licensed by the state of Ohio to provide individual, family and couples' counseling, in the areas of marital, pre-marital and re-marital. I address areas of depression, anxiety, grief/loss, sexual abuse, anger, and stress management. I also treat individuals who have difficulty coping with life's struggles in general."

"Monica is often described as very “real” and genuine as she uses candor & humor to help clients feel comfortable and engage in the therapeutic process. Using a direct yet compassionate approach, she empowers others to identify their strengths, needs, and goals to improve their quality of life. Monica has nearly 15 years of experience providing mental health services for individuals, groups, and families in a variety of settings. She works with clients coping with relationship problems, difficult life transitions, traumatic events, as well as mood and anxiety disorders including Depression, Bipolar, PTSD and Personality Disorders. "

"There is a difference between temporarily feeling better and actually getting better. This statement serves as the foundation of my work with clients and families. In my experience, collaborative and compassion-focused care combined with research-supported interventions leads to lasting positive outcomes in therapy. I am a clinical psychologist with extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I am 1 of 2 known psychologists in Ohio certified to provide Maudsley Family Based Treatment by the Training Institute for Child & Adolescent Eating Disorders. "

"Many of the answers we need for healing come from within ourselves. I will work collaboratively with you to identify and remove obstacles that currently hinder you from accessing your inner wisdom and ability to heal.Because no two people are exactly alike there is no one therapy method that can address the needs of every person. To honor your individuality I utilize an integrative approach with emphasis from client-centered, strength based, mindfulness based and somatic methods. I am a level 2 graduate of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy."

"Many of us struggle with family conflict, marriage and relationship issues. Perhaps you are single parenting, and your job, responsibilities at home, and conflict with your children seem overwhelming; maybe pain from your past prevents you from moving into your future. I assist families in working-through the circumstances in which we often find ourselves. My specialty is family relationship-building. I work with adults, families and children. An often asked question: "How can I help my family when it's such a struggle to address my own concerns?" I'd like to assist with the important emotional decisions and changes in your life."

"I believe that the most powerful part of the therapeutic relationship is in the human connection. It is in this connection that the creative and dynamic process of change begins. I value each client's individual narrative and offer a peaceful environment to address aspects of life that may prevent you from recognizing your capacity for healing. Whether you are negotiating life losses, feelings of anxiety and depression or adjustment to life challenges, I see my role as compassionate listener and guide. I will quietly challenge you to move beyond negative patterns of thought. My approach while directive is holistic, and supportive."

"Therapy is a process that allows for healing and awareness. I practice heart-centered hypnotherapy along with other holistic practices. These experiential practices provide a gateway to release stuck traumas, which ultimately create the habitual patterns that may not be serving your higher self. You can rediscover your personal power and learn how to internally resource, seeing all the choices available to you when challenges in your life are happening. In committing to this process, you can step into your own energy and reclaim your authentic self. "

"I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who obtained my Master's of Arts in Counseling from John Carroll University in 2002. I have practiced in agency,forensic and private practice settings in Cleveland over the course of the past ten years. I offer therapy sessions for adolescents, adults, couples and families using Cognitive Behavioral Techniques to help clients make desired and meaningful changes in their lives by helping them identify and reach their therapeutic goals."

"You are the most important person in the room! You will experience client-centered therapies that are strengths-based to help you implement changes, at your pace. My job: to guide you through therapeutic processes designed to produce positive outcomes, increase self-awareness,and be empowered by learning new skills. The insights gained will help you make healthy choices. A variety of state-of-the-art evidence-based interventions are used to help you gain confidence,increased understanding & insights designed to help you increase self-aware and make informed life choices."

"I believe people come to therapy for many reasons but their overall goal is to improve upon themselves and their lives. I know this can be achieved by gaining a certain level of self-understanding. I enjoy supporting my client's journey through this process of self discovery."

"I work with my clients to provide relief from emotional pain and to address their struggles in life. The goal is to increase self-awareness, insight and to provide tools for better coping and functioning. I believe that every individual has the capacity to heal and to increase their sense of balance and well-being. I find that people who choose to engage in the process of psychotherapy can achieve a richer, more meaningful and more productive life. I work with people who struggle with different life challenges including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, life transitions, loss and bereavement, trauma, parenting and relationship difficulties."

"I work relationally with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families treating issues including anxiety, depression, couple/family conflict, eating disorders, body image, college readiness, school, and behavioral issues. I balance acceptance, compassion and empathy with a results-oriented approach. In therapy I will support you to increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, build skills, and make life changes. I draw from my experience and training in these modalities: Gestalt Couple, Family, Individual and Group Therapy, Maudsley Family Based Treatment, CBT, and SPACE for children with anxiety."

"You may be struggling with anxiety and panic, sadness, or depression and are looking for help to feel better. Perhaps you have no idea where this is coming from or maybe you know exactly what the reason is but don’t know who to talk to or how to start to heal. You may be questioning if you have an addiction or maybe you just want answers about self defeating behavior or relationships. Or maybe you just want someone to be a sounding board to help you make some decisions in your life. "

"We have distinct personalities and communication styles. We love and parent differently. And we also struggle with our emotions in unique ways. As a therapist with over 25 years of experience, I will work collaboratively with you to understand your problems and find effective ways to resolve them. Years of experience in community and private settings have broadened my clinical perspective. I treat mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress. I also have extensive experience working with victims of intimate partner violence."

"For over 20 years, the Anxiety Treatment Center has specialized in state-of-the-art treatment for people of all ages with anxiety disorders and stress-related problems. Phobias, worry, panic attacks, hoarding, obsessions, and compulsions have been shown by extensive research to be effectively treated by Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. The Director, Barbara Fleming, Ph.D., is a Diplomate and Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and trained with Aaron T. Beck, M.D., the originator of Cognitive Therapy. She co-authored the books "Clinical Applications of Cognitive Therapy" and "Cognitive Therapy of Personality Disorders.""

"I am an experienced clinician with expertise in helping adolescents, young adults, and families. I work best with clients who appreciate adept clinical insight in managing the complexity of known problems, poorly understood problems, and developmental challenges. I will help you clarify issues, focus on relevant factors that facilitate good choices and enhance your emotional well-being. I am committed to providing skillful diagnosis, treatment planning, and execution of a plan that improves your functioning. By 'improved functioning', evidence of significant reduction in frequency and intensity of the problems you sought help for, a durable solution, and a brighter future."