Couples Counseling Therapists in Hiram, OH

Christopher D. Kline, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who has had the pleasure of working with adults and adolescents for over 20 years in a number of different settings, from university counseling centers, community-based outreach programs, and private psychology practice, to working with corporate executives and teams. Dr. Kline received his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Akron, a Masters of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of Akron, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the College of Wooster.

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.

Welcome! I provide mental health, addiction, and marriage counseling to adults, teens, and couples for a variety of issues. I believe that the connection between client and counselor is very important so I work to create a comfortable, supporting, and warm environment for you. I use my personality to "feel" what's been going on and to try to better understand how it's been impacting you. My approach is very empowering which helps you to take back control of your life. Bad experiences may prevent us from reaching out, but sometimes it just takes the right person at the right time. I look forward to achieving success with you!

Deanna Morphy is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She completed her master's degree at Geneva College. She has experience working with adults who struggle with alcoholism or addiction, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Deanna has provided both individual and group therapy to those clients, as well as individuals coping with depression and anxiety. She also has experience working with physicians and their clients who are taking a maintenance medication such as Suboxone, Naltrexone, and Methadone. She has also provided couples and family counseling.

Heather Koontz has been practicing in the mental health field for 24 years and holds a Master’s Degree from the College of Social Work at The Ohio State University. She is a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor and is Pupil Licensed through the Ohio Department of Education. She is an Independently Licensed in Social Worker with a Supervisory Designation. She specializes in mood disorders, relationships of all kinds, adolescents, young adults, life changes, and pre-marital or marriage counseling. Heather’s therapy approach is inclusive and affirming with a strong focus on solution-based interventions.

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.

Allison E Bruce, LPCC-S is trauma informed, Clinical Counselor, who provides counseling services to individuals, couples and groups/organizations. Allison is an EMDR trained therapist and educator who focuses on creating a safe space to empower clients to embrace their strengths, embody personal growth, and promote healing. Allison offers intensive therapy retreats for clients who are seeking rapid relief and change faster than can be achieved in weekly therapy. Learn more at www.allisonebruce.com.

Bridgett Holzheimer earned her master’s degree in community counseling at John Carroll University in 2006. She has worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor for about 18 years in different environments that include agency, hospital, private practice, and telehealth platforms. Bridgett embraces the multisystemic approach to therapy with the idea there are many solutions to living a better and healthier life. She enjoys using modalities that connect with her clients. Some examples of those modalities are cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, grounding, empathetic, and c

Juliane has a master’s degree from University of Kentucky and is a supervising licensed independent social worker with 25 years of experience. She has experience working with individuals, families and couples ranging from age 5 to 99 in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools, homes, residential treatment facilities, outpatient community mental health and adolescent detention centers. Most recently Juliane has worked with people coping with major illness (particularly cancer).

If you have a relationship challenge, you have come to the right place. Whether you are struggling with your marriage, an adolescent child, a parent, sibling or even a friend or work colleague; you can sort it out with me. I can support a family that is divorcing to have the most healthy transition. I work with individual issues that effect relationships such as anxiety disorders, current and past abuse, along with the full range of adolescent struggles.

Dr. Wood earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Ursuline College, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. She is a licensed psychologist and has provided a variety of psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults. Those services include individual and group psychotherapy, psychological assessments, and psychological testing.

I am a Christian Counselor seeing clients for marital, emotional, and family issues. I like to work with serious and deep issues in a safe and laid-back atmosphere. I've been doing this for eight years and enjoy it immensely. I use primarily Cognitive-Behavioral and Biblical approaches to get to the root of your issues so they can be dealt with convincingly. It is hard to believe, but the things you have carried around for YEARS can be minimized and often resolved. Some work is required, but results are a lot more possible than they presently feel.

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.

There are times in our life when we can feel "stuck" and unable to move forward to live the life that we desire and deserve. It takes strength and courage to reach out for help, but the rewards of therapy are life-changing. I assist clients in identifying what may be holding them back. I empower clients to gain insight into underlying issues, heal deep wounds, and create the life they desire and deserve. I am passionate about my therapeutic work and enjoy forming strong alliances with my clients, partnering with you throughout your personal journey of growth and discovery.

I have worked with clients of all ages and with different circumstances, including those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, sexual identity issues, and personality disorders, among other challenges.