Existential Therapists in 44118

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Hamilton Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Through my education I utilizes a mixture of evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness.
Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or overly stressed? Counseling can be a great first step to getting more peace of mind. I have experience in working with Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress, Grief, Chemical Dependency, Mood Disorders, ADHD, OCD, Trauma, Career Counseling, Relationship, and Couple’s issues. Together we can help you learn about your Diagnosis, create a Treatment plan specialized for you, find coping skills, and reduce the symptoms you are struggling with.
Through my education I utilizes a mixture of evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness.
Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or overly stressed? Counseling can be a great first step to getting more peace of mind. I have experience in working with Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress, Grief, Chemical Dependency, Mood Disorders, ADHD, OCD, Trauma, Career Counseling, Relationship, and Couple’s issues. Together we can help you learn about your Diagnosis, create a Treatment plan specialized for you, find coping skills, and reduce the symptoms you are struggling with.
(216) 284-0346 View (216) 284-0346
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Lori L. King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44118  (Online Only)
My primary treatment protocol includes existential depth psychotherapy, a treatment that is based heavily in existential psychology and psychodynamic theory.
As a mental health professional, I’ve worked in the field of psychology for many years. I have experience with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in trauma recovery, grief/bereavement, personality disorders, anxiety related disorders, mood disorders, relationship difficulties and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I’m a life-long learner and I support in a wholistic approach to mental health wellness. I also support that we are all much more than just the sum of our parts. I’m extensively trained in the psychodynamic, existential - humanistic, and cognitive behavioral schools of psychological thought.
My primary treatment protocol includes existential depth psychotherapy, a treatment that is based heavily in existential psychology and psychodynamic theory.
As a mental health professional, I’ve worked in the field of psychology for many years. I have experience with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in trauma recovery, grief/bereavement, personality disorders, anxiety related disorders, mood disorders, relationship difficulties and obsessive-compulsive disorders. I’m a life-long learner and I support in a wholistic approach to mental health wellness. I also support that we are all much more than just the sum of our parts. I’m extensively trained in the psychodynamic, existential - humanistic, and cognitive behavioral schools of psychological thought.
(440) 271-8784 View (440) 271-8784
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Dominique Harwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118  (Online Only)
Have you had struggles with maintaining healthy relationships? Do you have a hard time implementing boundaries? Have you noticed you have been feeling more irritable? Life can be challenging and filled with barriers that may at times feel overwhelming and impossible to manage. Do you feel stuck and desiring to find or redefine your purpose? Is your teen struggling with identity issues? If this is you, Dreams2life Counseling services is here to be a guide. If you are seeking healing from past traumas on a journey of self empowerment and self-love lets connect. I want to empower you to show up for yourself!
Have you had struggles with maintaining healthy relationships? Do you have a hard time implementing boundaries? Have you noticed you have been feeling more irritable? Life can be challenging and filled with barriers that may at times feel overwhelming and impossible to manage. Do you feel stuck and desiring to find or redefine your purpose? Is your teen struggling with identity issues? If this is you, Dreams2life Counseling services is here to be a guide. If you are seeking healing from past traumas on a journey of self empowerment and self-love lets connect. I want to empower you to show up for yourself!
(216) 284-4786 View (216) 284-4786
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Yael Vineburg (Farkas)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe anyone brave enough to seek out therapy is motivated to make a change in how they cope, lead, experience, and take charge of all that life throws at them. As a mental health counselor, I am here to walk with and encourage you as you empower yourself to continue to live a life of meaning and purpose. I will help you identify and work with your strengths, values, and goals, no matter what baggage and background seems to weigh you down.
I believe anyone brave enough to seek out therapy is motivated to make a change in how they cope, lead, experience, and take charge of all that life throws at them. As a mental health counselor, I am here to walk with and encourage you as you empower yourself to continue to live a life of meaning and purpose. I will help you identify and work with your strengths, values, and goals, no matter what baggage and background seems to weigh you down.
(440) 379-8594 View (440) 379-8594
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Jessica C. McDonough
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, AT, CMP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
By utilizing techniques in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), I combine logic, intuition, creativity, and empathy to reflect my unique approach, based in humanism, holism, and existentialism, and assist with achievement of therapeutic goals. I help with challenges such as developing behavioral and emotional self-awareness, learning and implementing adaptive responses to stressors, building effective interpersonal skills, establishing healthy expectations and boundaries, and instilling a sense of empowerment and resilience.
By utilizing techniques in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), I combine logic, intuition, creativity, and empathy to reflect my unique approach, based in humanism, holism, and existentialism, and assist with achievement of therapeutic goals. I help with challenges such as developing behavioral and emotional self-awareness, learning and implementing adaptive responses to stressors, building effective interpersonal skills, establishing healthy expectations and boundaries, and instilling a sense of empowerment and resilience.
(216) 208-8074 View (216) 208-8074
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Ruth DuBois- Earley
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Does it ever feel like you have not been given the privilege to meet, and know, the best version of yourself? I hope to be your partner in self-exploration and empowerment by identifying, challenging, and shifting some of the cycles that are no longer working for you. I work to create a supportive environment that promotes your healing process through continued curiosity. A poem by Gabi Abrão notes, “As long as “why” exists, everything in this life is suspended in a sacred open-endedness.” You have the ability to know yourself fully and create a life that you love by directly engaging with all of the different parts of yourself.
Does it ever feel like you have not been given the privilege to meet, and know, the best version of yourself? I hope to be your partner in self-exploration and empowerment by identifying, challenging, and shifting some of the cycles that are no longer working for you. I work to create a supportive environment that promotes your healing process through continued curiosity. A poem by Gabi Abrão notes, “As long as “why” exists, everything in this life is suspended in a sacred open-endedness.” You have the ability to know yourself fully and create a life that you love by directly engaging with all of the different parts of yourself.
(216) 750-3122 View (216) 750-3122
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Amy L Luzar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
I offer individual, couple, family and group therapy for issues including anxiety, depression, couple/family conflict, body image, college readiness. I balance acceptance, compassion and empathy with a results-oriented approach. Therapy is a partnership in which we will work on increasing self-awareness, strengthening relationships, building skills, and making life changes. I draw from my experience and training in Gestalt Couple, Family, Individual and Group Therapy, Maudsley Family Based Treatment, CBT, DBT, and SPACE for children with anxiety.
I offer individual, couple, family and group therapy for issues including anxiety, depression, couple/family conflict, body image, college readiness. I balance acceptance, compassion and empathy with a results-oriented approach. Therapy is a partnership in which we will work on increasing self-awareness, strengthening relationships, building skills, and making life changes. I draw from my experience and training in Gestalt Couple, Family, Individual and Group Therapy, Maudsley Family Based Treatment, CBT, DBT, and SPACE for children with anxiety.
(216) 672-0468 View (216) 672-0468
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Lawrence J Nichta Jr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
My education and background in philosophy and clinical psychology, and over 30 years in the field, help me assist individuals with a broad range of life difficulties (anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties), taking a rather wholistic approach to the person. I see my goal as helping individuals learn more about themselves (their hidden strengths and weaknesses) so they can build upon their strengths, minimize the effects of their weaknesses, and thus more efficiently and effectively face the concerns that are causing stress. To this end a number of self-report personality measures are administered which help identify strengths and weaknesses.
My education and background in philosophy and clinical psychology, and over 30 years in the field, help me assist individuals with a broad range of life difficulties (anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties), taking a rather wholistic approach to the person. I see my goal as helping individuals learn more about themselves (their hidden strengths and weaknesses) so they can build upon their strengths, minimize the effects of their weaknesses, and thus more efficiently and effectively face the concerns that are causing stress. To this end a number of self-report personality measures are administered which help identify strengths and weaknesses.
(216) 600-0826 View (216) 600-0826
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Renee J Jennings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
As a transpersonal, body and gestalt psychotherapist, EMDR and Comprehensive Energy Psychology practitioner, meditation teacher and hypnotherapist, I offer an embodied and integrated approach to therapy, coaching, consultation, and teaching. Our problems and difficulties are opportunities for growth and wisdom, our innate intelligence always knows exactly what we need to transform or heal. Often, we need to undergo a process of compassionately encountering what it is that we find unacceptable, terrifying, or seemingly impossible for us to bear or let go. Paradoxically, these are the things that can lead us into deeper relationship with our true self.
As a transpersonal, body and gestalt psychotherapist, EMDR and Comprehensive Energy Psychology practitioner, meditation teacher and hypnotherapist, I offer an embodied and integrated approach to therapy, coaching, consultation, and teaching. Our problems and difficulties are opportunities for growth and wisdom, our innate intelligence always knows exactly what we need to transform or heal. Often, we need to undergo a process of compassionately encountering what it is that we find unacceptable, terrifying, or seemingly impossible for us to bear or let go. Paradoxically, these are the things that can lead us into deeper relationship with our true self.
(412) 545-6036 View (412) 545-6036
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Monica Forsberg
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118  (Online Only)
If you're feeling anxious, confused, experiencing loss or depressed, reaching out for help is a powerful, courageous first step in your journey to emotional well being. If you're life feels difficult, counseling can help you. Counseling is a collaborative venture with you wanting to change and me, a counselor whose passion is helping you to make those courageous changes and reaching your goals.
If you're feeling anxious, confused, experiencing loss or depressed, reaching out for help is a powerful, courageous first step in your journey to emotional well being. If you're life feels difficult, counseling can help you. Counseling is a collaborative venture with you wanting to change and me, a counselor whose passion is helping you to make those courageous changes and reaching your goals.
(216) 503-8356 View (216) 503-8356
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Cara Kless
M Ed, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
You know there's something wrong but aren't certain how to fix it. Or you know you "should be" doing certain things but can't quite seem to manage to do them. You've tried a lot of different things, some of them helped a bit and some of them didn't seem to help much at all, or made it even worse. I help individuals who want to feel satisfied with their lives but instead feel overwhelmed, out of control, and stuck in the same place no matter what they do.
You know there's something wrong but aren't certain how to fix it. Or you know you "should be" doing certain things but can't quite seem to manage to do them. You've tried a lot of different things, some of them helped a bit and some of them didn't seem to help much at all, or made it even worse. I help individuals who want to feel satisfied with their lives but instead feel overwhelmed, out of control, and stuck in the same place no matter what they do.
(440) 271-8534 View (440) 271-8534
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David Kelner
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been where you are. Suffering is a right of passage. The idea of sharing your thoughts and feelings with a stranger may seem odd at first, but when the therapeutic relationship is working, fear and pain become manageable and sometimes even fall away. Having problems can feel lonely and alienating, you deserve the opportunity to find an easier way. EXHALE…it will be ok:-) I have a relaxed approach with humor and an easy disposition. Unfortunately seeking help can be a burden in itself. Let’s talk for a session or 2 and see if there’s some resonance. Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families, (thoughtful, high functioning).
I have been where you are. Suffering is a right of passage. The idea of sharing your thoughts and feelings with a stranger may seem odd at first, but when the therapeutic relationship is working, fear and pain become manageable and sometimes even fall away. Having problems can feel lonely and alienating, you deserve the opportunity to find an easier way. EXHALE…it will be ok:-) I have a relaxed approach with humor and an easy disposition. Unfortunately seeking help can be a burden in itself. Let’s talk for a session or 2 and see if there’s some resonance. Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families, (thoughtful, high functioning).
(216) 600-1747 View (216) 600-1747
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Lauren M Morgan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
I am an Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist with special training in the attachment theory-based modality of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I believe in building a relationship with clients where they feel safe and accepted, yet challenged to grow. Through this therapeutic relationship, individuals, couples, and families can heal and develop new perspectives and practices they can use throughout their entire lives. I utilize an array of techniques, including psycho-education, genograms, role plays, art therapy, and communication exercises, but I feel the most important aspect to therapy is developing a unique relationship with each client.
I am an Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist with special training in the attachment theory-based modality of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I believe in building a relationship with clients where they feel safe and accepted, yet challenged to grow. Through this therapeutic relationship, individuals, couples, and families can heal and develop new perspectives and practices they can use throughout their entire lives. I utilize an array of techniques, including psycho-education, genograms, role plays, art therapy, and communication exercises, but I feel the most important aspect to therapy is developing a unique relationship with each client.
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Peter Simkins Sluk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT
Verified Verified
Life is difficult! Relationships are challenging and require a lot of work. Parenting is exhausting and often bewildering. We are all capable of growth and working through our struggles, sometimes that means getting some extra support. I have over 10 years of experience helping with folks from all walks of life navigate the difficulties they face, from situational stressors and life changes to debilitating anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have been able to witness inspiring healing and growth across the life span in so many diverse situations.
Life is difficult! Relationships are challenging and require a lot of work. Parenting is exhausting and often bewildering. We are all capable of growth and working through our struggles, sometimes that means getting some extra support. I have over 10 years of experience helping with folks from all walks of life navigate the difficulties they face, from situational stressors and life changes to debilitating anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have been able to witness inspiring healing and growth across the life span in so many diverse situations.
(216) 867-6067 View (216) 867-6067
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Delilah Grayer
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Euclid, OH 44118
Are you and your partner struggling with effective communication? Has infidelity put a strain in your relationship? Have you experienced bouts of depression that impact your life seasonally or all the time? Are you ready for change? What you focus on expands and eventually manifests in your life. We can work on behaviors surrounding the cycles of depression, relationships, anxiety and grief with the goal of building a less stressful life. Treatments and interventions include working through childhood wounds and other unresolved issues to help you feel less broken.
Are you and your partner struggling with effective communication? Has infidelity put a strain in your relationship? Have you experienced bouts of depression that impact your life seasonally or all the time? Are you ready for change? What you focus on expands and eventually manifests in your life. We can work on behaviors surrounding the cycles of depression, relationships, anxiety and grief with the goal of building a less stressful life. Treatments and interventions include working through childhood wounds and other unresolved issues to help you feel less broken.
(216) 930-2492 View (216) 930-2492
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Paul Markowicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I see adults and couples, providing both short-term and long-term psychotherapy, in order to increase personal insight and decrease unwanted symptoms.
I see adults and couples, providing both short-term and long-term psychotherapy, in order to increase personal insight and decrease unwanted symptoms.
(216) 929-0227 View (216) 929-0227
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Elaine Patrick
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44118  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you're quietly dying on the inside, but nobody notices? Have you lost yourself? Have you given so much to others and feel that you have nothing left to give? Do you feel lonely or stuck in life? Do you feel stressed or depressed? Are you experiencing challenges in your relationships? There is help for you at New Beginnings Christian Counseling & Consulting LLC. As a person and Christian counselor, I am integral, committed, humble, open-minded, empathetic, fair, flexible, knowledgeable, thorough, and sincerely committed to making a positive difference in the lives of people. Equally important, I respect diversity.
Do you feel like you're quietly dying on the inside, but nobody notices? Have you lost yourself? Have you given so much to others and feel that you have nothing left to give? Do you feel lonely or stuck in life? Do you feel stressed or depressed? Are you experiencing challenges in your relationships? There is help for you at New Beginnings Christian Counseling & Consulting LLC. As a person and Christian counselor, I am integral, committed, humble, open-minded, empathetic, fair, flexible, knowledgeable, thorough, and sincerely committed to making a positive difference in the lives of people. Equally important, I respect diversity.
(216) 600-1625 View (216) 600-1625
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SunWalk Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Let's talk about grief, and loss! Have you had a major loss, a love one died, a relationship ended, loss a job/career, loss of trust, or good health? Have you experienced a traumatic event either for yourself or witnessed trauma to someone else? The Grief Recovery Method is an educational intervention that provides both group and one-on-one support to address losses of all kinds and especially includes the death of a loved one. The Grief Recovery Method can be offered as a one-on-one service or a group experience. EMDR is another supportive technique/therapy used to address traumatic life experiences and life anxieties and stresses.
Let's talk about grief, and loss! Have you had a major loss, a love one died, a relationship ended, loss a job/career, loss of trust, or good health? Have you experienced a traumatic event either for yourself or witnessed trauma to someone else? The Grief Recovery Method is an educational intervention that provides both group and one-on-one support to address losses of all kinds and especially includes the death of a loved one. The Grief Recovery Method can be offered as a one-on-one service or a group experience. EMDR is another supportive technique/therapy used to address traumatic life experiences and life anxieties and stresses.
(440) 493-1290 View (440) 493-1290
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Michael A Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Not accepting new clients
You know you want to make changes, yet you’re not sure how. You’re grappling with pain and suffering, indecision and uncertainty. In our work together we will identify what works well for you and uncover leftover habits that were once very functional, even lifesaving, but no longer serve you and are keeping you stuck. We’ll find new ways of being and doing so you can be free of old habits and patterns, so you can step into the rest of your life being the person you were born to be.
You know you want to make changes, yet you’re not sure how. You’re grappling with pain and suffering, indecision and uncertainty. In our work together we will identify what works well for you and uncover leftover habits that were once very functional, even lifesaving, but no longer serve you and are keeping you stuck. We’ll find new ways of being and doing so you can be free of old habits and patterns, so you can step into the rest of your life being the person you were born to be.
(216) 284-3583 View (216) 284-3583
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Jill C Baird
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44118
Not accepting new clients
My approach to therapy is based on the fundamental belief that, even in the most difficult times, there are opportunities for growth. As a humanistic-constructivist therapist, I believe the strength of the therapy relationship is fundamental to the success of therapy. Thus, I attend closely to the quality of the relationship and aim to create a warm, respectful, and validating environment in which the person feels safe enough to talk about difficult and painful issues. At the same time, through gentle challenge, and empathic, genuine feedback, I offer clients the opportunity to explore avenues for healing and change.
My approach to therapy is based on the fundamental belief that, even in the most difficult times, there are opportunities for growth. As a humanistic-constructivist therapist, I believe the strength of the therapy relationship is fundamental to the success of therapy. Thus, I attend closely to the quality of the relationship and aim to create a warm, respectful, and validating environment in which the person feels safe enough to talk about difficult and painful issues. At the same time, through gentle challenge, and empathic, genuine feedback, I offer clients the opportunity to explore avenues for healing and change.
(216) 400-5883 View (216) 400-5883
Existential Therapists

How does existential therapy work?

Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.

Is existential therapy evidence-based?

Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.

How long does existential therapy last?

The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is existential therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.