Adoption Therapists in 44236

I have a master's degree from Case Western Reserve University and I am a supervising licensed independent social worker with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings including hospitals, schools, childcare centers, juvenile detention centers, adolescent residential treatment facilities, and outpatient community mental health centers. I especially love working with children and their families, assisting those as young as three years of age.

Brandy Kushan (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master of Education in Community Agency Counseling from Cleveland State University in 2010. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults. She specializes in working with children and adolescents who have a history of complex trauma, attachment disturbances/disorder, and placement in foster/adoption/kinship care. As a part of this work, Brandy provides ongoing caregiver guidance support. She has experience in addressing concerns related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, and behavioral issues such as conduct disorder and ODD and ADHD.

I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.

I'm glad you are considering improving your life by starting psychotherapy. I am an experienced clinical psychologist who listens carefully and compassionately, gives you my best assessment of your situation, and works with you to set goals based on what you most want from therapy. I combine years of research-based knowledge with warmth and acceptance in our work together.

I provide personalized concierge care and work collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families, tailoring my approach to your needs and goals. I believe that the strength and potential for healing and growth lie within each person. The goal is to create a safe and supportive space for exploring experiences and developing healthy coping mechanisms and practical skills, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life. I am virtual only for on-demand access & private pay to eliminate all barriers to treatment and protect your privacy. Please see website for details.

Lisa Lutz is a licensed counselor with over 15 years of experience. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Dayton. For her, the best part of counseling is hearing people’s stories and helping them work toward their individual goals.

Everyone experiences times when they may feel overwhelmed, confused, or anxious. I want to help you with those challenges. My clients tell me that my honesty, openness, enthusiasm and energy are a refreshing difference from therapy of the past where they received very little feedback. In my 24 years of experience as a therapist, I have developed a nurturing, goal oriented approach. I believe in active participation by clients in the counseling process. We will set obtainable goals together and ways to measure progress. I employ different techniques specific to clients' needs.

Lauren Kustec is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Akron and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Lauren has experience working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and of all ages. Lauren has provided treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, and other mental health issues that impact daily living.

My goal as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, comfortable, and friendly environment to work through your individual or family challenges. I aim to help you navigate the complex world that we live in. Whether the challenges you and your family face are related to the current stressors in your life, or past trauma you have experienced, I will work with you to identify the core issue and obtain the skills needed to help you develop a healthy and rewarding life. My primary focus is currently working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, but I also have experience working with adults.

Welcome! I’m glad you’ve decided to reach out for counseling, as I know it can often be a difficult step to take. I look forward to getting to know you as you explore what brought you here. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals of all age ranges. I enjoy working with individuals and couples and utilize a person-centered approach, where I meet each individual where they are at on their journey towards wellness. I believe in the mind-body connection and the importance of using a holistic approach to building resilience and meeting life’s challenges.

Lori Wolfe earned her master's degree from Ohio University in 1994. She has worked in private practice settings, as well as community mental health. Lori's treatment focus is couples, adults, and very young children. She specializes in helping families with parenting concerns and new mothers experiencing postpartum depression. Lori is adept in assisting couples with marital issues and she has a wealth of experience treating adults with anxiety and depression.

My clients describe me as empathetic and someone who creates a safe environment where they can express their feelings and feel heard. Many feel they want someone to help them process their issues and receive the tools to succeed. Some have relationship issues, others have family dynamics, and others are dealing with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, and grief. I am a therapist who provides a safe space to process issues and empower my clients to succeed.