Therapists in Stark County, OH

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Justin Berenyi
Counselor, MAEd, LPCC-S, LICDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Canton, OH 44720
I understand that seeking therapy can be daunting, especially if you're new to the process, mandated to attend, or have had negative experiences in the past. That's why my focus is on providing a supportive environment where individuals from all walks of life feel comfortable and understood. While I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, and stress, I also have extensive experience working with clients who have both drug and alcohol problems and mental health issues. Whether you're struggling with mental health or navigating challenging life circumstances, I'm here to offer guidance and support tailored to your unique needs.
I understand that seeking therapy can be daunting, especially if you're new to the process, mandated to attend, or have had negative experiences in the past. That's why my focus is on providing a supportive environment where individuals from all walks of life feel comfortable and understood. While I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, and stress, I also have extensive experience working with clients who have both drug and alcohol problems and mental health issues. Whether you're struggling with mental health or navigating challenging life circumstances, I'm here to offer guidance and support tailored to your unique needs.
(234) 265-9334 View (234) 265-9334
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Christina Woloch
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Dr. Christina Woloch (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor and independent chemical dependency counselor who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty interests include: anxiety and depression management, trauma or self-esteem related issues, grief/loss/bereavement, addiction (behavior and substance use), co-occurring (mental health and addiction) disorders, career development, and anger management. She also works affirmatively with LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults to address their mental health, wellness, career, and educational needs.
Dr. Christina Woloch (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor and independent chemical dependency counselor who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty interests include: anxiety and depression management, trauma or self-esteem related issues, grief/loss/bereavement, addiction (behavior and substance use), co-occurring (mental health and addiction) disorders, career development, and anger management. She also works affirmatively with LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults to address their mental health, wellness, career, and educational needs.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
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Compass Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCCS, LICDC, LPC
Verified Verified
Uniontown, OH 44685
We welcome those who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, self esteem, relationships and other difficulties that cause a barrier towards your personal growth and wellness.
Accepting new clients! At Compass Counseling Services we believe it is our privilege to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where you feel comfortable to share your life story. Entering into therapy is an important decision, and finding the right therapist is essential to a successful experience. We believe that every person is deserving of compassion and honor, and is capable of living a satisfying life. Our staff has decades of experience to help you on your journey. We offering compassionate counseling to adolescents through elderly via individual, couples, family, and group sessions.
We welcome those who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, self esteem, relationships and other difficulties that cause a barrier towards your personal growth and wellness.
Accepting new clients! At Compass Counseling Services we believe it is our privilege to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where you feel comfortable to share your life story. Entering into therapy is an important decision, and finding the right therapist is essential to a successful experience. We believe that every person is deserving of compassion and honor, and is capable of living a satisfying life. Our staff has decades of experience to help you on your journey. We offering compassionate counseling to adolescents through elderly via individual, couples, family, and group sessions.
(330) 222-8759 View (330) 222-8759
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Jessica Stephens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Jessica Stephens (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with adults. Her specialty interests include working with a wide variety of clients including, but not limited to, young adult life transitions as well as women’s issues. Her interests also include working with self-esteem and body image issues, career counseling and development, social/emotional issues, cognitive and developmental disabilities, grief/loss, depression/anxiety, trauma/trauma related issues, struggles with addiction, intimate partner violence, and relationship/attachment issues.
Jessica Stephens (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with adults. Her specialty interests include working with a wide variety of clients including, but not limited to, young adult life transitions as well as women’s issues. Her interests also include working with self-esteem and body image issues, career counseling and development, social/emotional issues, cognitive and developmental disabilities, grief/loss, depression/anxiety, trauma/trauma related issues, struggles with addiction, intimate partner violence, and relationship/attachment issues.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
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Laura Kidd
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
I have experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, ADHD, Bipolar, OCD, domestic violence, self-esteem and relationship issues .
The first step towards making changes in your life and finding a counselor to help can be overwhelming! I offer my clients a non-judgmental and supportive environment filled with compassion to embark on their journey of change. I tailor the counseling process to fit each individual's needs. I feel it is paramount to create an atmosphere of trust where the client can be free to express their thoughts without judgement.
I have experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, ADHD, Bipolar, OCD, domestic violence, self-esteem and relationship issues .
The first step towards making changes in your life and finding a counselor to help can be overwhelming! I offer my clients a non-judgmental and supportive environment filled with compassion to embark on their journey of change. I tailor the counseling process to fit each individual's needs. I feel it is paramount to create an atmosphere of trust where the client can be free to express their thoughts without judgement.
(330) 521-2917 View (330) 521-2917
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New Life Counseling
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44708
Dr. Dunn is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience and expertise in providing treatment to adults. He was born and raised in Holmes County, Ohio. He served as a U.S. Air Force Psychologist for four years before establishing a private practice in Columbus, and then in 1998 opened New Life Counseling in Dover. In addition to treatment of depression, anxiety, and marital and family problems, he provides more specialized treatment in pain management. He lives with his wife and two children near Dover, and they are active in a local church.
Dr. Dunn is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience and expertise in providing treatment to adults. He was born and raised in Holmes County, Ohio. He served as a U.S. Air Force Psychologist for four years before establishing a private practice in Columbus, and then in 1998 opened New Life Counseling in Dover. In addition to treatment of depression, anxiety, and marital and family problems, he provides more specialized treatment in pain management. He lives with his wife and two children near Dover, and they are active in a local church.
(330) 529-8999 View (330) 529-8999
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Shannon Alyson Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, 1LT
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44708
Hello I'm Shannon Smith, Licensed Independent Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have endured a traumatic/stressful experience/s. It is not uncommon for their lives to unravel in the aftermath of such turmoil. I help my clients discover a positive self-perception and strengthen their relationships so they can feel a sense of peace, wholeness & safety. I have dual roles working as a civilian Therapist & Social Work Officer in the Army. My personal/professional endeavors have provided me with an array of useful skills, that I use to relate with others.
Hello I'm Shannon Smith, Licensed Independent Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have endured a traumatic/stressful experience/s. It is not uncommon for their lives to unravel in the aftermath of such turmoil. I help my clients discover a positive self-perception and strengthen their relationships so they can feel a sense of peace, wholeness & safety. I have dual roles working as a civilian Therapist & Social Work Officer in the Army. My personal/professional endeavors have provided me with an array of useful skills, that I use to relate with others.
(330) 422-6110 View (330) 422-6110
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Matthew Campbell
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Matthew Campbell (pronouns: he/him) is a licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor and chemical dependency counselor assistant, with pending advancement in licensure (as a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC-S) and a national certified counselor NCC). Matthew has experience working with young children, adolescents, adults, and families. His specialty interests include: substance use issues and addiction, play therapy techniques, identity development, crisis intervention, career counseling, and mood improvements.
Matthew Campbell (pronouns: he/him) is a licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor and chemical dependency counselor assistant, with pending advancement in licensure (as a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC-S) and a national certified counselor NCC). Matthew has experience working with young children, adolescents, adults, and families. His specialty interests include: substance use issues and addiction, play therapy techniques, identity development, crisis intervention, career counseling, and mood improvements.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
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Hollie J Bandy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Alliance, OH 44601
At Christian Counseling Alliance, I work to help individuals combat symptoms of poor mental health by identifying Biblical truths, changing thought processes to align with God's Word, and working to modify behavior accordingly. I offer a wholistic approach, examining the bio-psycho-social-spiritual components of my clients because each part is vital to one's wellbeing and quality of life. I look forward to speaking with you, and helping you find hope, healing, and direction.
At Christian Counseling Alliance, I work to help individuals combat symptoms of poor mental health by identifying Biblical truths, changing thought processes to align with God's Word, and working to modify behavior accordingly. I offer a wholistic approach, examining the bio-psycho-social-spiritual components of my clients because each part is vital to one's wellbeing and quality of life. I look forward to speaking with you, and helping you find hope, healing, and direction.
(330) 913-1489 View (330) 913-1489
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Christian Counseling Associates of Eastern Ohio
Counselor
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44706
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(330) 227-2756 View (330) 227-2756
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Stephanie Farrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720  (Online Only)
I'm delighted to have you here! My goal is to provide you with unwavering support as you navigate your path toward finding the perfect fit. While my expertise spans various demographics, most of my clients are adolescents and adults. I deeply empathize with the challenges that life can bring, and I'm dedicated to accompanying you on your journey to tackle stress, anxiety, and mood disorders that are particularly pertinent during this transformative stage of life. Drawing from my experience as a retired combat veteran, I possess a unique understanding of the intricate mental health issues faced by veterans.
I'm delighted to have you here! My goal is to provide you with unwavering support as you navigate your path toward finding the perfect fit. While my expertise spans various demographics, most of my clients are adolescents and adults. I deeply empathize with the challenges that life can bring, and I'm dedicated to accompanying you on your journey to tackle stress, anxiety, and mood disorders that are particularly pertinent during this transformative stage of life. Drawing from my experience as a retired combat veteran, I possess a unique understanding of the intricate mental health issues faced by veterans.
(330) 789-4276 View (330) 789-4276
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Helix Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Louisville, OH 44641
Welcome to Helix Counseling LLC. We offer counseling to children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. We are committed to helping you through your most difficult season or your most exciting adventure. Our services can offer clients healing and hope. We like to focus on holistic wellness- this means we will explore your physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and occupational well-being. We offer in office, telehealth, and in home sessions!
Welcome to Helix Counseling LLC. We offer counseling to children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. We are committed to helping you through your most difficult season or your most exciting adventure. Our services can offer clients healing and hope. We like to focus on holistic wellness- this means we will explore your physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and occupational well-being. We offer in office, telehealth, and in home sessions!
(330) 422-4781 View (330) 422-4781
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Wellness Grove
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, PMH-C, LICDC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Wellness Grove offers the most advanced, professional, and streamlined mental health and wellness services to the community and beyond. We provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions that can be attended in-person or remotely through telehealth. Additionally, we offer various mental health and wellness programs to businesses and organizations, as well as mental health providers. Our services are for everyone.
Wellness Grove offers the most advanced, professional, and streamlined mental health and wellness services to the community and beyond. We provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions that can be attended in-person or remotely through telehealth. Additionally, we offer various mental health and wellness programs to businesses and organizations, as well as mental health providers. Our services are for everyone.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
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Crystal Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LICDC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Crystal Snyder (pronouns: she/her) is a skilled licensed professional counselor and independent chemical dependency counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her specialty interests include: adult executive function deficits, girls’ and women’s issues, disturbances in eating behavior, self-esteem issues, relapse prevention for substance use issues, and boundary setting in families who are impacted by addiction. She utilizes an eclectic approach that places an emphasis on building a trusting client-counselor relationship because she believes each client has unique needs and goals.
Crystal Snyder (pronouns: she/her) is a skilled licensed professional counselor and independent chemical dependency counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her specialty interests include: adult executive function deficits, girls’ and women’s issues, disturbances in eating behavior, self-esteem issues, relapse prevention for substance use issues, and boundary setting in families who are impacted by addiction. She utilizes an eclectic approach that places an emphasis on building a trusting client-counselor relationship because she believes each client has unique needs and goals.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
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Natalie Cross-Ketler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Natalie Cross-Ketler (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with young adults and women. Her specialty interests include: complex trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, religious/spiritual abuse, sexual and physical abuse, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders. She utilizes trauma- informed treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Natalie Cross-Ketler (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with young adults and women. Her specialty interests include: complex trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, religious/spiritual abuse, sexual and physical abuse, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders. She utilizes trauma- informed treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
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Anna Ellenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, OH 44718
Anna Ellenson (pronouns: she/her) is a licensed professional counselor who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty interests include grief and loss counseling, end-of-life counseling, and adulthood and aging. She utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Anna Ellenson (pronouns: she/her) is a licensed professional counselor who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty interests include grief and loss counseling, end-of-life counseling, and adulthood and aging. She utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
(330) 915-2907 View (330) 915-2907
Kimberly Ann Ford
Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDC-S, SAP, CFRC
Verified Verified
Alliance, OH 44601
I believe in personal growth and better family relationships. Because relationships give meaning to life, they need to be protected and nurtured. Learning effective communication skills is crucial to maintaining healthy relationships.
I believe in personal growth and better family relationships. Because relationships give meaning to life, they need to be protected and nurtured. Learning effective communication skills is crucial to maintaining healthy relationships.
(330) 227-6949 View (330) 227-6949

Online Therapists

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Lauren Kustec
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
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.
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.
(440) 754-7967 View (440) 754-7967
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LeeAnn Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Westlake, OH 44145
I work with various concerns, including grief, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and life transitions.
My goal as a therapist is to offer a place where you feel comfortable, confident, validated, and empowered. Therapy is a collaborative effort between client and therapist, and it is essential that you feel you are a part of your treatment. My therapy approach includes using a strengths-based perspective to focus on the whole of an individual and use that to assist them in their therapeutic journey.
I work with various concerns, including grief, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and life transitions.
My goal as a therapist is to offer a place where you feel comfortable, confident, validated, and empowered. Therapy is a collaborative effort between client and therapist, and it is essential that you feel you are a part of your treatment. My therapy approach includes using a strengths-based perspective to focus on the whole of an individual and use that to assist them in their therapeutic journey.
(440) 335-6169 View (440) 335-6169
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Tianyi Bai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairlawn, OH 44333
I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Case Western Reserve University, specializing in mental health therapy and gaining in-depth knowledge of healing from depression and anxiety, anger management, Adolescent therapy, Family Therapy, healing from trauma, and emotional regulation.
I have immediate openings for adolescents, adults, families, & couples who are in need of therapy services. I am a dedicated Licensed Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals from all walks of life overcome their challenges. I firmly believe in the power of building strong and trusting relationships with my clients. I understand that genuine connections are fundamental to facilitating positive and lasting changes in your life. Through empathy and active listening, I create a safe & supportive space where individuals can freely explore their concerns and collaboratively work towards achieving your goals.
I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Case Western Reserve University, specializing in mental health therapy and gaining in-depth knowledge of healing from depression and anxiety, anger management, Adolescent therapy, Family Therapy, healing from trauma, and emotional regulation.
I have immediate openings for adolescents, adults, families, & couples who are in need of therapy services. I am a dedicated Licensed Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals from all walks of life overcome their challenges. I firmly believe in the power of building strong and trusting relationships with my clients. I understand that genuine connections are fundamental to facilitating positive and lasting changes in your life. Through empathy and active listening, I create a safe & supportive space where individuals can freely explore their concerns and collaboratively work towards achieving your goals.
(330) 862-9367 View (330) 862-9367

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Depression Therapists

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.