Compassion Focused Therapists in 44145

I specialize in working with those who struggle with or love someone who struggles with understanding/regulating their feelings and anyone who has ever been confused about why they acted the way they did in that moment. Thoughts, feelings, and actions are complicated concepts and understanding why we do what we do in certain situations can be confusing. Working toward better understanding these concepts and learning tools to slow down our response times is invaluable to reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and feelings of being out of control.

Jamiee has worked with domestic violence, substance abuse, at risk children, and trauma survivors. Jamiee has a passion for providing compassionate and empathetic support to the individuals in which she serves. Jamiee has expertise in working with domestic violence survivors, personality disorders, trauma related disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders, and individuals who are experiencing grief and/or loss.

Co-founder of Cleveland Therapy Group. I have earned a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University in 2015 and is also an independent licensed social worker (LISW). I have experience working with adults and adolescents in an individual therapy setting, mentoring programs, group therapy services, community outreach and social service agencies.

Hello! I'm happy you're reading my profile since there are many profiles on this website. You might ask, "How am I different from other therapists?" Well, for starters, I am a man (I can't believe how many female therapists there are on Cleveland's west side!). My chief strength is helping adults, adolescents, and children who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have been told by my clients they feel comfortable talking with me. Some of them have described me as calm and serene (My friends would laugh at this. Outside of therapy, I can be intense and anything but serene.)

My motto in life and in counseling is to meet people where they are at and walk alongside them on the journey through a path of healing. I am grateful and honored to work in this field and strive to provide the best possible therapy to each and every client.

We often hear songs and watch movies about radical self-love and confidence but how do we actually achieve these things? When that critical voice inside of our heads becomes overwhelming, how can we learn to befriend ourselves? Learning to treat yourself with compassion and falling in love with yourself is a journey. We can never predict the future and life often throws some curveballs our way. From relationship problems to life transitions, I am here to help you navigate this journey with some laughs along the way. “Everything you want to be, you already are. You’re simply on the path towards discovering it” -Alicia Keys

It takes strength to acknowledge when something is wrong. Through looking for a counselor, you have displayed this. I can imagine by now you might be feeling overwhelmed or distressed by what's recently occurred or what's built up over time. You may be looking to build on your coping skills or enhance your way of thinking about life. Or, maybe you just want someone to talk to about your everyday obstacles. For whatever life brings you, I am here to offer you support and guidance. Some of my clinical areas of focus include, but are not limited to: depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders.

I believe in a holistic approach with an emphasis on getting to know each individual for who they as a person. I work to build a complete picture of each person's emotional, mental, and physical health and behaviors to better gain more understanding. My goal is to work together in creating more self-awareness as well as personal growth to facilitate positive changes in your life and overcome the obstacles you may be facing. I enjoy working with adolescents through adult in both individual, couples, and family work. As a mom myself, I am passionate about working with perinatal/postpartum mood disorders and women's issues.

Sometimes, things fall apart seemingly all at once. A relationship ends, a job is lost. You are diagnosed with a health problem or sustain a debilitating injury. Other times, things gradually build to feel like you are being slowly buried alive. You have trouble falling asleep because you dread waking up the next day. You are no longer enjoying life, seeing it as a series of obstacles to “get through”. Detached, hollowed out, energetically drained, and wondering how many more days you can live like this. If you are feeling stuck, ready for a change and greater clarity, I will dedicate myself to your cause.

This work is hard, so let's work with ourselves instead of against ourselves for a change, shall we? My intention is to show up for you as you grow in your capacity to show up for yourself and others. Practice makes permanent, not perfect. I am an LGBTQ+ affirmative clinical counselor who engages in mutually empathic, growth-fostering, and compassion-centric relationships that empower diverse folks to meet their mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. Both through our work together and as a result of it, we will foster a renewed zest for life, self-worth, clarity, creativity, and a desire for meaningful connection.

You want to feel at peace...joyful and grounded. I help you explore the possibilities of change in an open minded, compassionate, supportive and unconditionally accepting environment. We'll work through the stories you have believed and get to know the real you! Throughout the therapeutic process, you will have an opportunity to access inner strengths, explore past experiences, confront fears, gain insight with a sense of mindfulness and curiosity. No matter where you are in your journey, whether it is to optimize emotional and/or physical wellbeing or maintain it, I can help you get there though a holistic, YOU centered approach.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. It takes a lot of courage and painful life experiences to finally decide to embark on a journey of learning about yourself and why you make the choices you make. You deserve a life of childlike enthusiasm and wonder that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. While delving into your psyche can be intimidating, the rewards are worth it! Consider taking a deep breath and reaching out to me to explore how I can best help you achieve a fully satisfying life.

Mackenzie’s goal as a therapist is to provide a space for clients to feel safe, appreciated, seen, heard and honored for the unique individual they are! Additionally, Mackenzie works to incorporate art and creative means into sessions, as art can truly be therapeutic and can further facilitate expression and conversation. She encourages creativity with the hopes of fostering healing, growth, and self discovery.

Processing and coping with life changes, in all phases of life, can be difficult when navigating them on our own. Reaching out for help can seem just as difficult, even more so at times. My goal is to make that process as easy as possible. Through my experience working with survivors of sexual violence, I can revive the support to ensure you know you are not alone. As your counselor, I want to be a safe place for you to share any life experiences; the good through the bad, the celebrations, and the traumas.

Whether you are looking for help with goal setting or would like an informed perspective because you are feeling stuck,I can help. ​ Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, relationship issues, anger, addictions, and self-esteem issues? Positive change and happiness are possible!  I am accepting Ohio patients. I am currently accepting Anthem or Medicaid, as well as self-pay.

The impact of society as well as the cultural expectation to discover on our sense of self can be disheartening. This process may lead to feeling fear, anxiety, doubt, or shame, which can leave you feeling stuck and unfulfilled. You deserve support that honors all aspects of your lived experience. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming, body positive, trauma informed, socially conscious, and anti-racist/anti-oppressive oriented therapist. My areas of focus are individual work, especially with women 18-40 as they grow into their power as women. I also work with families and couples wanting to increase communication and reduce negativity.

At some point in our lives, we all need a helping hand, but are not always sure where to turn to. I believe that everyone deserves and has the right to mental health care, no matter who they are. I strive to make my practice as inclusive as possible and I am committed to creating an affirming, safe, and judgement free environment for all of my clients. All while creating a partnership that helps them feel heard, validated, and is committed to helping them reach their goals. I encourage my clients to be their authentic selves during the healing process, utilizing our sessions to express themselves openly without fear of judgement.

My philosophy as a counselor is to provide unconditional support and a willingness to enter into your personal experience alongside you. I create a judgement free and confidential space for you to express yourself and your emotional needs. I work with a variety of mental health issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues as well as mood disorders. I believe that counseling is a way towards growth and healing.

Waitlist for new clients - Offering telehealth and in-person counseling. Accepting new clients. Life is challenging, stressful, messy, scary, and imperfect. We can be burdened by so many different things in so many different ways. We may even feel like a burden to others sometimes. Other times, our own minds give us the biggest trouble. We should never have to navigate these struggles alone. I am set on helping individuals unburden their hearts and souls so they can live free. Life is hard but it doesn't always have to be. Let's get out of our own way.