Existential Therapists in Ohio
Katie Rapson-Stecula
Licensed Professional Clinical, LPCC, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219
I am independently licensed as an LPCC in the state of Ohio and an LPC and LAC in the state of Colorado. I am happy to work with individuals 12 years of age and up, including couples and caregivers, on a multitude of issues related to mental health and addiction. My professional orientation is eclectic and I draw heavily from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential orientations for both conceptualizing client concerns as well as for effective interventions.
I am independently licensed as an LPCC in the state of Ohio and an LPC and LAC in the state of Colorado. I am happy to work with individuals 12 years of age and up, including couples and caregivers, on a multitude of issues related to mental health and addiction. My professional orientation is eclectic and I draw heavily from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential orientations for both conceptualizing client concerns as well as for effective interventions.
Through an existential lens, I employ a diverse range of techniques aimed at assisting clients in embracing their life journey as it unfolds, all while actively engaging in the process of self-improvement.
I invite individuals who seek personal growth and self-improvement. With my experience working with clients across various age groups, I am deeply committed to providing a professional environment where clients feel genuinely heard and understood, enabling them to explore and gain insights into their lived experiences
Through an existential lens, I employ a diverse range of techniques aimed at assisting clients in embracing their life journey as it unfolds, all while actively engaging in the process of self-improvement.
I invite individuals who seek personal growth and self-improvement. With my experience working with clients across various age groups, I am deeply committed to providing a professional environment where clients feel genuinely heard and understood, enabling them to explore and gain insights into their lived experiences
Hello! Are you ready to move towards health, growth, and wellness? Whether you are stuck in discontent or uncertainty, struggling with life's big existential questions, feeling dis-empowered by the weight of oppressive institutions, or working through specific mental health concerns, I want to work together with you to find solutions that will improve your day-to-day life. There is a way to feel better, whatever that might mean for you. And I believe that you deserve to feel better.
Hello! Are you ready to move towards health, growth, and wellness? Whether you are stuck in discontent or uncertainty, struggling with life's big existential questions, feeling dis-empowered by the weight of oppressive institutions, or working through specific mental health concerns, I want to work together with you to find solutions that will improve your day-to-day life. There is a way to feel better, whatever that might mean for you. And I believe that you deserve to feel better.
Taylor Falardeau
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Toledo, OH 43623
Waitlist for new clients
This may take us into spaces where we dive into the existential, or where we are validating the many aspects of your lived experiences.
Choosing therapy can be difficult. Be it out of fear, stigma, or unfamiliarity, you might be questioning whether it's for you. The beautiful thing about therapy is it can be for anyone, at any age, and from any walk of life. My goal is to support you in finding what has been getting in the way of your wellness. For some, this is a seemingly endless and painful loop that you have been trying to get out of on your own. It is my intention to help my clients see they are not alone and that, if they choose to, they can use a therapeutic environment to heal.
This may take us into spaces where we dive into the existential, or where we are validating the many aspects of your lived experiences.
Choosing therapy can be difficult. Be it out of fear, stigma, or unfamiliarity, you might be questioning whether it's for you. The beautiful thing about therapy is it can be for anyone, at any age, and from any walk of life. My goal is to support you in finding what has been getting in the way of your wellness. For some, this is a seemingly endless and painful loop that you have been trying to get out of on your own. It is my intention to help my clients see they are not alone and that, if they choose to, they can use a therapeutic environment to heal.
Heidi blends humanistic, existential, and cognitive therapeutic styles keeping clients honest with themselves by staying in the moment with feelings and thoughts.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION * GIFTED CHILDREN & ADULTS * EATING DISORDERS * GRIEF & LOSS * RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT * NARCISSISM IN FAMILY SYSTEM * FERTILITY CONCERNS * TRANSITION & ADJUSTMENT * Heidi Sommer McAlister believes in finding, developing, and utilizing the unique, inherent, and valuable qualities in each of us. The Sommer Group's philosophical stance is that we hold within ourselves the capacity for change and growth. Sometimes events occur in our lives that leave such a significant impact on us that we become confused and unsure about ourselves, our relationships, and the direction we want our lives to go in. Professional help can be critical during this time.
Heidi blends humanistic, existential, and cognitive therapeutic styles keeping clients honest with themselves by staying in the moment with feelings and thoughts.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION * GIFTED CHILDREN & ADULTS * EATING DISORDERS * GRIEF & LOSS * RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT * NARCISSISM IN FAMILY SYSTEM * FERTILITY CONCERNS * TRANSITION & ADJUSTMENT * Heidi Sommer McAlister believes in finding, developing, and utilizing the unique, inherent, and valuable qualities in each of us. The Sommer Group's philosophical stance is that we hold within ourselves the capacity for change and growth. Sometimes events occur in our lives that leave such a significant impact on us that we become confused and unsure about ourselves, our relationships, and the direction we want our lives to go in. Professional help can be critical during this time.
Jeffrey Smart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215 (Online Only)
My approach to counseling is person centered / existential and is concerned primarily with a person’s goals, aspirations, and realization of meaning.
Hi my name is Jeffrey Smart, I hope that you will find a safe and comfortable environment where you are able to be open, face your fears, and achieve your personal goals with support towards better health and wellness.
My approach to counseling is person centered / existential and is concerned primarily with a person’s goals, aspirations, and realization of meaning.
Hi my name is Jeffrey Smart, I hope that you will find a safe and comfortable environment where you are able to be open, face your fears, and achieve your personal goals with support towards better health and wellness.
Therapy should be challenging and something worth looking forward to. Think about approaching treatment with evidence based traditional practices while coloring outside of the lines to develop your true self. Mindfulness techniques help guide the process while you learn adaptive skills and complete a journey to self-awareness. Trauma informed strategies such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Standard Protocol EMDR; Therapeutic approaches also include Psychodynamic, Existential, Experiential and intuitive discussion interventions.
Therapy should be challenging and something worth looking forward to. Think about approaching treatment with evidence based traditional practices while coloring outside of the lines to develop your true self. Mindfulness techniques help guide the process while you learn adaptive skills and complete a journey to self-awareness. Trauma informed strategies such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Standard Protocol EMDR; Therapeutic approaches also include Psychodynamic, Existential, Experiential and intuitive discussion interventions.
Derek Stegner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Toledo, OH 43615 (Online Only)
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 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.
Wendy Weil
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
My approach is to mix CBT, psychodynamic modalities, mindfulness and existential theory.
Welcome. I’m here to guide you through your personal challenges. I work with adults and couples seeking support and positive change. My goal is for you to feel “truly seen” and supported by me your therapist as you share, discover and face fears to get yourself to a better place. I work with mood disorders, anxiety, stress, divorce, trauma, neglect, domestic violence, life confusion, medical conditions and grief.
My approach is to mix CBT, psychodynamic modalities, mindfulness and existential theory.
Welcome. I’m here to guide you through your personal challenges. I work with adults and couples seeking support and positive change. My goal is for you to feel “truly seen” and supported by me your therapist as you share, discover and face fears to get yourself to a better place. I work with mood disorders, anxiety, stress, divorce, trauma, neglect, domestic violence, life confusion, medical conditions and grief.
Utilizing evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), as well as person-centered and existential therapies, I help my clients dig deep and make notable change.
Sometimes we spend so much time inside of our own heads that we don't know what needs to shift in order to feel more like ourselves. We are overloaded, overstimulated, and overwhelmed. Significant life changes or realizations can complicate this so much more. Good therapy is a supportive and productive next step to untangle the mess, gain some perspective, and build the confidence you deserve to reclaim yourself (and your life). My clients come from all walks of life, and I take very seriously being able to provide a safe space for LGBTQIA folks and trauma survivors.
Utilizing evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), as well as person-centered and existential therapies, I help my clients dig deep and make notable change.
Sometimes we spend so much time inside of our own heads that we don't know what needs to shift in order to feel more like ourselves. We are overloaded, overstimulated, and overwhelmed. Significant life changes or realizations can complicate this so much more. Good therapy is a supportive and productive next step to untangle the mess, gain some perspective, and build the confidence you deserve to reclaim yourself (and your life). My clients come from all walks of life, and I take very seriously being able to provide a safe space for LGBTQIA folks and trauma survivors.
Sean Lynch
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LICDC, CFMHE
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
I use an integrated approach to therapy that draws from several theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Humanistic & Existential approaches.
Are you struggling with worry and fear? Feeling depressed? Having trouble sleeping through the night? Struggling to find your identity? Wondering if you should cut back on alcohol or drugs? These are just some of the reasons my clients have decided to start therapy. You are unique, and your therapy should be tailored specifically to you and your needs. You deserve to live a life full of joy, purpose, meaning, and hope. I offer my clients a safe space that is affirming, supportive, and non-judgmental.
I use an integrated approach to therapy that draws from several theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Humanistic & Existential approaches.
Are you struggling with worry and fear? Feeling depressed? Having trouble sleeping through the night? Struggling to find your identity? Wondering if you should cut back on alcohol or drugs? These are just some of the reasons my clients have decided to start therapy. You are unique, and your therapy should be tailored specifically to you and your needs. You deserve to live a life full of joy, purpose, meaning, and hope. I offer my clients a safe space that is affirming, supportive, and non-judgmental.
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44113
Utilizing CBT, Exposure (ERP), and Existential therapies, clients can explore their awareness of themselves in the present, their emotional experiences, their discomfort, how they choose to be themselves, and how to take responsibility for their lives in ways that help them feel empowered and free.
The weight of being alive, alone, hopeless, or stuck can feel unbearable or suffocating. Often we may feel that we know where we'd like to be in life, but don't know how to get there, or maybe we don't see a future at all. How does one overcome this sense of dread, or make sense from meaninglessness? It is my hope through authentic connections with others, we can discover what it means for each of us to live fully, thoroughly, and well. Conversations begin in an environment in which clients can feel safe, heard, and free to be themselves.
Utilizing CBT, Exposure (ERP), and Existential therapies, clients can explore their awareness of themselves in the present, their emotional experiences, their discomfort, how they choose to be themselves, and how to take responsibility for their lives in ways that help them feel empowered and free.
The weight of being alive, alone, hopeless, or stuck can feel unbearable or suffocating. Often we may feel that we know where we'd like to be in life, but don't know how to get there, or maybe we don't see a future at all. How does one overcome this sense of dread, or make sense from meaninglessness? It is my hope through authentic connections with others, we can discover what it means for each of us to live fully, thoroughly, and well. Conversations begin in an environment in which clients can feel safe, heard, and free to be themselves.
I utilize CBT, REBT, Mindfulness, Existential, Narrative, & EMDR.
I specialize in treating generalized anxiety, OCD, depression, complex trauma and PTSD, substance and alcohol use, couples & marital issues, grief, major life transitions, vocational/career discernment, and a variety of everyday and lifelong existential questions and realities we all face. Are you depressed and anxious about many things, with sleepless nights and moments of quiet desperation, helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness? Are you searching for answers to questions both known and unknown, looking to share with someone who can validate the reality of suffering in your life & help you find ways to navigate?
I utilize CBT, REBT, Mindfulness, Existential, Narrative, & EMDR.
I specialize in treating generalized anxiety, OCD, depression, complex trauma and PTSD, substance and alcohol use, couples & marital issues, grief, major life transitions, vocational/career discernment, and a variety of everyday and lifelong existential questions and realities we all face. Are you depressed and anxious about many things, with sleepless nights and moments of quiet desperation, helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness? Are you searching for answers to questions both known and unknown, looking to share with someone who can validate the reality of suffering in your life & help you find ways to navigate?
I work from a CBT, interpersonal, and existential perspective.
My approach to therapy is both focused on finding solutions and gaining understanding. First, I believe it is important to incorporate effective coping skills to mitigate the effects of any mental health concern. It is then often necessary to build insight as to the causes of these concerns in order to change problematic patterns in how we relate to ourselves and others. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship matters - I attempt to foster self-compassion and understanding in order to lighten the burden of difficult life situations.
I work from a CBT, interpersonal, and existential perspective.
My approach to therapy is both focused on finding solutions and gaining understanding. First, I believe it is important to incorporate effective coping skills to mitigate the effects of any mental health concern. It is then often necessary to build insight as to the causes of these concerns in order to change problematic patterns in how we relate to ourselves and others. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship matters - I attempt to foster self-compassion and understanding in order to lighten the burden of difficult life situations.
I utilize Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Mindfulness, with an Existential & Person-Centered Approach.
No matter where you are in life, sometimes we all need help adjusting to our “new normal.” I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and over-control as a means to cope with life. Perhaps you are entering or completing college, graduate school, becoming a new parent, contemplating a career change, experiencing loss, or adjusting to new circumstances in your life. Do you try to plan or perfect each aspect of life, in order to keep your anxiety in check? Welcome.
I utilize Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Mindfulness, with an Existential & Person-Centered Approach.
No matter where you are in life, sometimes we all need help adjusting to our “new normal.” I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and over-control as a means to cope with life. Perhaps you are entering or completing college, graduate school, becoming a new parent, contemplating a career change, experiencing loss, or adjusting to new circumstances in your life. Do you try to plan or perfect each aspect of life, in order to keep your anxiety in check? Welcome.
The modalities used to assist individuals in improving insight, gaining coping skills, being fully present and building empowerment and self-esteem are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy.
With over a decade of experience, I strive to provide a safe and secure place for individuals to address emotional and psychological problems that often result in personal suffering and struggling relationships. I place great emphasis on empathy and believe that we all encounter deep dark places that are best worked through when we have a safe and compassionate person to walk alongside us through the journey. Helping others find a way forward in order to experience a fully present and more joyful life is very important to me.
The modalities used to assist individuals in improving insight, gaining coping skills, being fully present and building empowerment and self-esteem are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy.
With over a decade of experience, I strive to provide a safe and secure place for individuals to address emotional and psychological problems that often result in personal suffering and struggling relationships. I place great emphasis on empathy and believe that we all encounter deep dark places that are best worked through when we have a safe and compassionate person to walk alongside us through the journey. Helping others find a way forward in order to experience a fully present and more joyful life is very important to me.
Emily C Martineau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dayton, OH 45459
Existential, Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered and other theoretical approaches inform my work with clients.
I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. I use an integrative approach and have experience working with anxiety, stress and trauma, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, impulse-control disorders, and personality disorders.
Existential, Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered and other theoretical approaches inform my work with clients.
I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. I use an integrative approach and have experience working with anxiety, stress and trauma, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, impulse-control disorders, and personality disorders.
Katherine Cordier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
Kat's counseling style is integrative, and the modalities she most frequently uses are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Existential Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I'm currently under supervision until 2026. I enjoy making multidimensional connections within the world, building relationships, and guiding individuals through their personal and interpersonal challenges. My clients have commonly describe me as an optimistic, realistic, and eclectic counselor.
Kat's counseling style is integrative, and the modalities she most frequently uses are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Existential Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I'm currently under supervision until 2026. I enjoy making multidimensional connections within the world, building relationships, and guiding individuals through their personal and interpersonal challenges. My clients have commonly describe me as an optimistic, realistic, and eclectic counselor.
***Immediate openings*** With 30 years of experience, I bring a lot of breadth and depth to my clinical work with clients presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns. I approach my work with clients from a Client-Centered perspective integrating cognitive-behavioral, brief-solution focused, and Interpersonal processing perspectives and techniques. I also like to engage my clients in existential thought to explore what provides meaning and purpose in their lives as unique individuals and integrate Logotherapy and other meaning and purpose based philosophies into my practice.
***Immediate openings*** With 30 years of experience, I bring a lot of breadth and depth to my clinical work with clients presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns. I approach my work with clients from a Client-Centered perspective integrating cognitive-behavioral, brief-solution focused, and Interpersonal processing perspectives and techniques. I also like to engage my clients in existential thought to explore what provides meaning and purpose in their lives as unique individuals and integrate Logotherapy and other meaning and purpose based philosophies into my practice.
Hamilton Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
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.
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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.