Family Therapy in Licking County, OH
Audra Catherine Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Heath, OH 43056 (Online Only)
Acquiring assertive communication skills helps clients improve relationships with family, friends and co-workers.
I am dedicated to assisting adults and families navigate life changes to achieve improved ways of coping and communicating. Through my trauma training, I can help clients of all ages explore how trauma – past or current – has shaped their perspectives, moods and behavior and then collaborate with the client to achieve a more satisfactory and rewarding life. I have also worked extensively in schools and can help families that are struggling in managing their child’s school behaviors, especially if the child is struggling to manage their ADHD.
Acquiring assertive communication skills helps clients improve relationships with family, friends and co-workers.
I am dedicated to assisting adults and families navigate life changes to achieve improved ways of coping and communicating. Through my trauma training, I can help clients of all ages explore how trauma – past or current – has shaped their perspectives, moods and behavior and then collaborate with the client to achieve a more satisfactory and rewarding life. I have also worked extensively in schools and can help families that are struggling in managing their child’s school behaviors, especially if the child is struggling to manage their ADHD.
LaVesea Clardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Newark, OH 43055
LaVesea is passionate about youth; youth who have difficulties with parents and/or family dynamics, anxiety and depression who look forward and are ready to navigate healing. LaVesea works with BIPOC clients who continue to navigate systemic oppression and are prepared to work through how it has effect relationships with others as well as how they view the world. She is also passionate about working with assisting BIPOC navigate and work through depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self- harm.
LaVesea is passionate about youth; youth who have difficulties with parents and/or family dynamics, anxiety and depression who look forward and are ready to navigate healing. LaVesea works with BIPOC clients who continue to navigate systemic oppression and are prepared to work through how it has effect relationships with others as well as how they view the world. She is also passionate about working with assisting BIPOC navigate and work through depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self- harm.
Darlene Compton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Granville, OH 43023
Welcome! My goal for any client is to help them feel safe in our work and confident in their progress. My 35 years of experience have provided me with the breadth of exposure to handle the most common to the most complex situations with people from all walks of life. That experience allows me to support you in any circumstance with a depth of wisdom to pull from and the most inclusive and affirming space. Whether our work together is for you, your child or your family, you can trust that I am committed to creating a safe experience that supports you on your journey from where you are now to where you want to be.
Welcome! My goal for any client is to help them feel safe in our work and confident in their progress. My 35 years of experience have provided me with the breadth of exposure to handle the most common to the most complex situations with people from all walks of life. That experience allows me to support you in any circumstance with a depth of wisdom to pull from and the most inclusive and affirming space. Whether our work together is for you, your child or your family, you can trust that I am committed to creating a safe experience that supports you on your journey from where you are now to where you want to be.
Horizons Counseling & Recovery Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
I rely upon my training and experience in behavioral health, addictions, trauma resolution, gestalt psychology and family systems to guide the strategies useful to people in creating solutions that work.
People seek counseling when situations either exceed their resources and/or when they're unsure of how to proceed. This is stressful and counseling is a safe place to talk about challenges and create solutions. It is a time to examine patterns of thinking or behavior connected to the discomfort or depression. The impact of traumatic experiences can not be underestimated, from the view of "It's not what's wrong with you, it's what happened to you.". My goal is to be that professional consultant who provides guidance and hope when people find themselves in times of discomfort.
I rely upon my training and experience in behavioral health, addictions, trauma resolution, gestalt psychology and family systems to guide the strategies useful to people in creating solutions that work.
People seek counseling when situations either exceed their resources and/or when they're unsure of how to proceed. This is stressful and counseling is a safe place to talk about challenges and create solutions. It is a time to examine patterns of thinking or behavior connected to the discomfort or depression. The impact of traumatic experiences can not be underestimated, from the view of "It's not what's wrong with you, it's what happened to you.". My goal is to be that professional consultant who provides guidance and hope when people find themselves in times of discomfort.
Freedom Counseling, Coaching, and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, OH 43055
I specialize in anxiety and trauma, particularly as it pertains to family issues.
I have been working with individuals and families in non-profit settings for 18 years. I have masters degrees in both education and clinical mental health counseling and years of experience in non-profit management, such as teaching, training, grant writing, policy writing, and research. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families identify and achieve their goals by overcoming those issues that cause distress and anxiety.
I specialize in anxiety and trauma, particularly as it pertains to family issues.
I have been working with individuals and families in non-profit settings for 18 years. I have masters degrees in both education and clinical mental health counseling and years of experience in non-profit management, such as teaching, training, grant writing, policy writing, and research. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families identify and achieve their goals by overcoming those issues that cause distress and anxiety.
Adam Hawk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Newark, OH 43055
My ideal client is open about their issues and needs and motivated to work through them. My client's goal will be to build a foundation of good mental health that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives and use to improve their own lives as well as their family and friends. My ideal client comes to therapy because they want to be there and value what they can learn from their therapist and themselves.
My ideal client is open about their issues and needs and motivated to work through them. My client's goal will be to build a foundation of good mental health that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives and use to improve their own lives as well as their family and friends. My ideal client comes to therapy because they want to be there and value what they can learn from their therapist and themselves.
Jennifer Vick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, OH 43055 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients age 13 and up, especially those who need help navigating the stage of life they are in. I also come from a military family and have in-depth training and experience treating the unique needs of veterans and their families.
I enjoy working with clients age 13 and up, especially those who need help navigating the stage of life they are in. I also come from a military family and have in-depth training and experience treating the unique needs of veterans and their families.
Sarah Newcomer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, IMFT, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newark, OH 43055 (Online Only)
4/17/24 I am taking new clients! I'm licensed in the states of Ohio, Florida, and New Jersey. Go to my website to get a consult and learn more: Feeling lost in love and intimacy? Tired of arguments and bedroom boredom? I understand the ache of longing for connection amidst blocks. Let's rekindle that spark! As one of only five Ohio-based Marriage and Family therapists who are certified in sex therapy, I'm uniquely equipped to help you break free from stagnation and reignite passion.
4/17/24 I am taking new clients! I'm licensed in the states of Ohio, Florida, and New Jersey. Go to my website to get a consult and learn more: Feeling lost in love and intimacy? Tired of arguments and bedroom boredom? I understand the ache of longing for connection amidst blocks. Let's rekindle that spark! As one of only five Ohio-based Marriage and Family therapists who are certified in sex therapy, I'm uniquely equipped to help you break free from stagnation and reignite passion.
Brandy Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Johnstown, OH 43031 (Online Only)
Hey there, I'm Brandy! I am a clinical social worker licensed in Ohio with 10 years of therapy experience. I have worked with a wide range of diverse clients who desire to make changes in their lives. I have collaborated with clients to center change around anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, family concerns, grief, self-esteem and effects of trauma and sexual assault. If you desire to understand your past experiences or areas you are currently concerned with better and then want to learn strategies to better manage or navigate through them, then we would be a great fit!
Hey there, I'm Brandy! I am a clinical social worker licensed in Ohio with 10 years of therapy experience. I have worked with a wide range of diverse clients who desire to make changes in their lives. I have collaborated with clients to center change around anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, family concerns, grief, self-esteem and effects of trauma and sexual assault. If you desire to understand your past experiences or areas you are currently concerned with better and then want to learn strategies to better manage or navigate through them, then we would be a great fit!
New Heights Counseling Services
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Johnstown, OH 43031
I focus on the treatment of trauma, ADHD, mood disorders (including depression and anxiety), social anxiety, marriage and family issues, parenting, and grief/loss.
I know when looking for counseling the process can seem daunting. You have to worry about specializations, openings, the time it will take to get to and from the appointment, not to mention the appointment itself. At New Heights we focus on making the process as easy as possible, from helping connect you to the best clinician within the practice to providing the most advanced treatment options we can. You matter and we want to help you achieve not just your mental health goals but making joy a part of your life.
I focus on the treatment of trauma, ADHD, mood disorders (including depression and anxiety), social anxiety, marriage and family issues, parenting, and grief/loss.
I know when looking for counseling the process can seem daunting. You have to worry about specializations, openings, the time it will take to get to and from the appointment, not to mention the appointment itself. At New Heights we focus on making the process as easy as possible, from helping connect you to the best clinician within the practice to providing the most advanced treatment options we can. You matter and we want to help you achieve not just your mental health goals but making joy a part of your life.
Katelyn Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Granville, OH 43023 (Online Only)
I've worked with family/couple issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, criminal justice involvement, and everything in between.
I’m so glad you’re here! Starting anything to help yourself feel better and think healthier can be hard but so courageous, so congratulations for making this step. I love working with young adults (18-30) but I have experience and sincerely enjoy working with people of all ages and walks of life.
I've worked with family/couple issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, criminal justice involvement, and everything in between.
I’m so glad you’re here! Starting anything to help yourself feel better and think healthier can be hard but so courageous, so congratulations for making this step. I love working with young adults (18-30) but I have experience and sincerely enjoy working with people of all ages and walks of life.
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Robert Oaks
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Johnstown, OH 43031
I provide services for AoD assessments; court ordered assessment and individual, family and group counseling.
I work with you to help break through the shells that are impacting your life by assisting you in securing new roots and growing in strength and stability. If you are struggling with addiction and need support to help replacing the old thoughts and behaviors with positive skills, including communication, relationships and self-esteem I can help. If you are wanting help in developing coping skills for issues, such as depression, anxiety, anger management I can assist you.
I provide services for AoD assessments; court ordered assessment and individual, family and group counseling.
I work with you to help break through the shells that are impacting your life by assisting you in securing new roots and growing in strength and stability. If you are struggling with addiction and need support to help replacing the old thoughts and behaviors with positive skills, including communication, relationships and self-esteem I can help. If you are wanting help in developing coping skills for issues, such as depression, anxiety, anger management I can assist you.
Luke Sargent
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Newark, OH 43055
I provide individual, marriage, and family counseling and operate from a Cognitive Behavioral approach.
New Source Counseling is a unique ministry that provides quality professional counseling founded on Biblical theology and sound psychological principles. I am passionate about providing professional care for others by walking with them through the pain, brokenness, and struggles that life unexpectedly brings. Through the supervised treatment of a variety of presenting problems, I am confident that providing new perspectives in a safe, confidential environment will help you find that life's struggles provide and unexpected path to finding overall joy and healing.
I provide individual, marriage, and family counseling and operate from a Cognitive Behavioral approach.
New Source Counseling is a unique ministry that provides quality professional counseling founded on Biblical theology and sound psychological principles. I am passionate about providing professional care for others by walking with them through the pain, brokenness, and struggles that life unexpectedly brings. Through the supervised treatment of a variety of presenting problems, I am confident that providing new perspectives in a safe, confidential environment will help you find that life's struggles provide and unexpected path to finding overall joy and healing.
Tasha Boyer
Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Johnstown, OH 43031
As an eating disorders specialist, I see clients on an outpatient basis, but also provide treatment level assessments, consultations to family members, and coordination of care with other health care and community professionals.
I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating. I also specialize in the issues that often co-exist with eating disorders including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, autism spectrum disorders, relationship concerns, and adjustment disorders. I use a holistic approach to therapy while also utilizing evidence-based treatments.
As an eating disorders specialist, I see clients on an outpatient basis, but also provide treatment level assessments, consultations to family members, and coordination of care with other health care and community professionals.
I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating. I also specialize in the issues that often co-exist with eating disorders including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, autism spectrum disorders, relationship concerns, and adjustment disorders. I use a holistic approach to therapy while also utilizing evidence-based treatments.
Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
LaVesea Clardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
LaVesea is passionate about youth; youth who have difficulties with parents and/or family dynamics, anxiety and depression who look forward and are ready to navigate healing. LaVesea works with BIPOC clients who continue to navigate systemic oppression and are prepared to work through how it has effect relationships with others as well as how they view the world. She is also passionate about working with assisting BIPOC navigate and work through depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self- harm.
LaVesea is passionate about youth; youth who have difficulties with parents and/or family dynamics, anxiety and depression who look forward and are ready to navigate healing. LaVesea works with BIPOC clients who continue to navigate systemic oppression and are prepared to work through how it has effect relationships with others as well as how they view the world. She is also passionate about working with assisting BIPOC navigate and work through depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self- harm.
Terrance Tufts
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc. My ideal client is motivated to roll up their sleeves and engage in the therapeutic process. They have an open mind and can practice effective coping skills to improve their overall functioning and quality of life. They can challenge themselves to be vulnerable and practice accountability while processing their problematic thinking patterns and behaviors in a safe and non-judgmental environment. They wish to engage in therapy because they realize that they need to make a change and are willing to take a leap of faith to make it happen.
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc. My ideal client is motivated to roll up their sleeves and engage in the therapeutic process. They have an open mind and can practice effective coping skills to improve their overall functioning and quality of life. They can challenge themselves to be vulnerable and practice accountability while processing their problematic thinking patterns and behaviors in a safe and non-judgmental environment. They wish to engage in therapy because they realize that they need to make a change and are willing to take a leap of faith to make it happen.
Adam Hawk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
My ideal client is open about their issues and needs and motivated to work through them. My client's goal will be to build a foundation of good mental health that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives and use to improve their own lives as well as their family and friends. My ideal client comes to therapy because they want to be there and value what they can learn from their therapist and themselves.
My ideal client is open about their issues and needs and motivated to work through them. My client's goal will be to build a foundation of good mental health that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives and use to improve their own lives as well as their family and friends. My ideal client comes to therapy because they want to be there and value what they can learn from their therapist and themselves.
Stephen Walters
Counselor, MSEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Granville, OH 43023
Anxiety and Depression can become overwhelming, challenging an individual’s ability to flourish in their relationships or their personal development. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Gestalt therapy. I believe in the human capacity for change and that each person has an active role in pursuing their unique journey to finding meaning and purpose. This is why I feel the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of successful therapy. I believe my role is to serve as an agent of change in the process, empowering the client to glean insight through their struggles towards awareness and self-discovery.
Anxiety and Depression can become overwhelming, challenging an individual’s ability to flourish in their relationships or their personal development. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Gestalt therapy. I believe in the human capacity for change and that each person has an active role in pursuing their unique journey to finding meaning and purpose. This is why I feel the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of successful therapy. I believe my role is to serve as an agent of change in the process, empowering the client to glean insight through their struggles towards awareness and self-discovery.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.