Therapists in Ohio
My virus/covid precautions include my family and I masking inside except in houses of friends that we see often.
I believe that we all deserve a space that feels nurturing, empowering, creative, affirming and accepting of all parts of us, especially when exploring life challenges and learning about ourselves. Through a relational therapeutic approach, I feel this emerges when we collaboratively create a relationship together; through experiencing relationships that reflect safety and the exploration of relationships, learning and insights naturally unfold. My intention is to emphasize your strengths and resources, offer flexible interventions, and to bring in humor, delight and play whenever possible.
My virus/covid precautions include my family and I masking inside except in houses of friends that we see often.
I believe that we all deserve a space that feels nurturing, empowering, creative, affirming and accepting of all parts of us, especially when exploring life challenges and learning about ourselves. Through a relational therapeutic approach, I feel this emerges when we collaboratively create a relationship together; through experiencing relationships that reflect safety and the exploration of relationships, learning and insights naturally unfold. My intention is to emphasize your strengths and resources, offer flexible interventions, and to bring in humor, delight and play whenever possible.
I love to learn, color, walk in nature, and spend time with my family.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Ohio with decades of experience supporting individuals and families through difficult transitions, complex interpersonal & family disputes, and the devastating impact of trauma. I work with teens & young adults struggling to see their path forward, as well as the families striving to support them. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals of any age who want to live their best life.
I love to learn, color, walk in nature, and spend time with my family.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Ohio with decades of experience supporting individuals and families through difficult transitions, complex interpersonal & family disputes, and the devastating impact of trauma. I work with teens & young adults struggling to see their path forward, as well as the families striving to support them. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals of any age who want to live their best life.
Depression, Anger, and Frustration can creep up on us without warning. No matter what the challenge, our licensed clinicians can help you gain an understanding of what is happening and implement coping skills to help you feel back in control. Our clients come to us with challenges, including Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Work difficulties, Family Concerns, and Substance Abuse Difficulties. We desire to see each person's goals achieved in a way that helps foster both growth and self-confidence.
Depression, Anger, and Frustration can creep up on us without warning. No matter what the challenge, our licensed clinicians can help you gain an understanding of what is happening and implement coping skills to help you feel back in control. Our clients come to us with challenges, including Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Work difficulties, Family Concerns, and Substance Abuse Difficulties. We desire to see each person's goals achieved in a way that helps foster both growth and self-confidence.
Dr. Mark G Sampson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Waitlist for new clients
My professional interests include Gay/Bi Men's issues, male body image issues, adjustment/life transitions, LGBTQ issues, anxiety management, grief, family concerns, relationship counseling, sexual identity and gender identity issues.
You possess a unique and personal journey that influences how you navigate the world. By exploring your journey together, we can access your resilience and develop tools to overcome life's challenges. We will work to identify the strengths and coping skills that life has taught you along the way and identify new skills to improve your ability to thrive. The ultimate goal is to help you heal, grow, and re-engage in a productive and fulfilling life. We will work to understand how your experiences, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and other factors have influenced your journey.
My professional interests include Gay/Bi Men's issues, male body image issues, adjustment/life transitions, LGBTQ issues, anxiety management, grief, family concerns, relationship counseling, sexual identity and gender identity issues.
You possess a unique and personal journey that influences how you navigate the world. By exploring your journey together, we can access your resilience and develop tools to overcome life's challenges. We will work to identify the strengths and coping skills that life has taught you along the way and identify new skills to improve your ability to thrive. The ultimate goal is to help you heal, grow, and re-engage in a productive and fulfilling life. We will work to understand how your experiences, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and other factors have influenced your journey.
Currently accepting new clients via in-person and Telehealth! Cleveland Therapy Group provides EMDR therapy, marriage and family counseling, couples counseling and therapy for adults and children. Cleveland Therapy Group offers in-person sessions for clients in the greater Cleveland area including Westlake, Rocky River, Fairview Park, Lakewood, etc. We offer Telehealth session for all clients in the state of Ohio. Find a therapist near you!
Currently accepting new clients via in-person and Telehealth! Cleveland Therapy Group provides EMDR therapy, marriage and family counseling, couples counseling and therapy for adults and children. Cleveland Therapy Group offers in-person sessions for clients in the greater Cleveland area including Westlake, Rocky River, Fairview Park, Lakewood, etc. We offer Telehealth session for all clients in the state of Ohio. Find a therapist near you!
Queer Owned & Staffed - Affirming Pathways
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, LPCC, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Our clinicians specialize in individuals, family, youth, relational, and multicultural therapy with a queer intersectional approach.
Immediate availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we pride ourselves on working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, ethical non-monogamy, BDSM, and Kink). We offer FREE 15min consults with any clinician for you to ask any personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your chosen therapist meets YOUR needs and preferences. Our priority is a therapeutic space where everyone feels safe, respected, and understood. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!
Our clinicians specialize in individuals, family, youth, relational, and multicultural therapy with a queer intersectional approach.
Immediate availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we pride ourselves on working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, ethical non-monogamy, BDSM, and Kink). We offer FREE 15min consults with any clinician for you to ask any personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your chosen therapist meets YOUR needs and preferences. Our priority is a therapeutic space where everyone feels safe, respected, and understood. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!
Matt is currently a Counselor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Matt is an experienced professional coach and counselor working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. If you're experiencing situations that are keeping you from being the person you want to be, and need some help with talk therapy, coping mechanisms, and other solutions, Matt can help. Through collaboration, hard work, and a calm, caring atmosphere, you will have the tools you need to move ahead.
Matt is currently a Counselor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Matt is an experienced professional coach and counselor working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. If you're experiencing situations that are keeping you from being the person you want to be, and need some help with talk therapy, coping mechanisms, and other solutions, Matt can help. Through collaboration, hard work, and a calm, caring atmosphere, you will have the tools you need to move ahead.
Hello! I am Dr. Emily Deming. I am a queer psychologist who is passionate about making therapy a space to not only reflect but also to learn. I have first hand experience with supporting a neurodivergent partner and integrating into a multiracial family. I believe that therapy is a learning process and I strive to make sure that my clients leave our sessions with a toolkit they can handle life’s ups and downs with. As the expert on your life, your child, or your family, my clients are an essential part of developing individualized treatment plans focused on their needs and goals.
Hello! I am Dr. Emily Deming. I am a queer psychologist who is passionate about making therapy a space to not only reflect but also to learn. I have first hand experience with supporting a neurodivergent partner and integrating into a multiracial family. I believe that therapy is a learning process and I strive to make sure that my clients leave our sessions with a toolkit they can handle life’s ups and downs with. As the expert on your life, your child, or your family, my clients are an essential part of developing individualized treatment plans focused on their needs and goals.
Paul Courtland Soper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, CST, CCTP
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45202
I use attachment and systems theory to help clients understand the impact of life experiences and family-of-origin, with the goals of healing trauma and living their best, SoPerfect Life!.
I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.
I use attachment and systems theory to help clients understand the impact of life experiences and family-of-origin, with the goals of healing trauma and living their best, SoPerfect Life!.
I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.
Jeffrey Hlad
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
I utilize a holistic approach, connecting mind, body, and spirit, with an emphasis on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Ecotherapy (nature-based practices).
It can be scary making that first step to talk to someone. I appreciate the courage it takes to ask for help. If you are feel overwhelmed by life and are looking for relief, therapy may be the right next step. Often, our bodies signal to us when something is wrong. I help you tune in to those signals to better understand what they're communicating. Through processing, you may even begin to feel relief from physical ailments.
I utilize a holistic approach, connecting mind, body, and spirit, with an emphasis on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Ecotherapy (nature-based practices).
It can be scary making that first step to talk to someone. I appreciate the courage it takes to ask for help. If you are feel overwhelmed by life and are looking for relief, therapy may be the right next step. Often, our bodies signal to us when something is wrong. I help you tune in to those signals to better understand what they're communicating. Through processing, you may even begin to feel relief from physical ailments.
Brian Krum
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barberton, OH 44203
I'm glad you're here! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in the Barberton and Akron area whose priority is to help you navigate hardships and challenges in a compassionate space. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help improve your quality of life. I am passionate about couples counseling and family counseling to help find what makes my clients' lives work. My personal goal as your therapist is to help you process feelings and thoughts comfortably in a safe space and leave our session feeling accomplished. As a neurodivergent counselor, I enjoy working with clients in navigating a unique and challenging world.
I'm glad you're here! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in the Barberton and Akron area whose priority is to help you navigate hardships and challenges in a compassionate space. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help improve your quality of life. I am passionate about couples counseling and family counseling to help find what makes my clients' lives work. My personal goal as your therapist is to help you process feelings and thoughts comfortably in a safe space and leave our session feeling accomplished. As a neurodivergent counselor, I enjoy working with clients in navigating a unique and challenging world.
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I have 22+ years of experience and enjoy doing individual, group, family and couples therapy with adults, children and adolescents with a variety of diagnoses.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervision endorsement, Board Certified Art Therapist, and graduate of clinical training program at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. I provide a safe, supportive space in which healing can begin and utilize a holistic, person centered approach. I focus on each individual's strengths and provide support to enhance coping skills. I use holistic, expressive therapies to increase self-esteem, self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts, and promote personal growth.
I have 22+ years of experience and enjoy doing individual, group, family and couples therapy with adults, children and adolescents with a variety of diagnoses.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervision endorsement, Board Certified Art Therapist, and graduate of clinical training program at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. I provide a safe, supportive space in which healing can begin and utilize a holistic, person centered approach. I focus on each individual's strengths and provide support to enhance coping skills. I use holistic, expressive therapies to increase self-esteem, self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts, and promote personal growth.
Danielle Nicole Norris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43214 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Danielle Norris, a passionate and empathetic Clinical Social Worker based in Columbus, Ohio. I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from The Catholic University of America, and since then, I've been committed to making a difference in the lives of those I work with. My journey began with several years as a case manager for children, adolescents, and families in the vibrant community of Washington, D.C. During this time, I honed my skills in navigating complex family dynamics and providing the support necessary for growth and resilience.
Hello, I'm Danielle Norris, a passionate and empathetic Clinical Social Worker based in Columbus, Ohio. I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from The Catholic University of America, and since then, I've been committed to making a difference in the lives of those I work with. My journey began with several years as a case manager for children, adolescents, and families in the vibrant community of Washington, D.C. During this time, I honed my skills in navigating complex family dynamics and providing the support necessary for growth and resilience.
Dr. David D Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, IMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43240
As a Marriage & Family therapist, I'm attuned to clients’ interconnected webs of relationships even when working 1-on-1. My experience & training with families & couples enables me to walk with clients through (re)discovering their connectedness to those they love. I’m most passionate about exploring clients’ stories & listening for places where personal narratives might differ from others’. This often provides spaces for clients to explore new or neglected understandings of themselves & their relationships leading to preferred, more fulfilling future stories. I enjoy working with clients across cultural, sexual& gender identities.
As a Marriage & Family therapist, I'm attuned to clients’ interconnected webs of relationships even when working 1-on-1. My experience & training with families & couples enables me to walk with clients through (re)discovering their connectedness to those they love. I’m most passionate about exploring clients’ stories & listening for places where personal narratives might differ from others’. This often provides spaces for clients to explore new or neglected understandings of themselves & their relationships leading to preferred, more fulfilling future stories. I enjoy working with clients across cultural, sexual& gender identities.
Cleveland Health and Wellness Center
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
Families are welcome to participate in sessions with their children to address emotional and behavioral issues, and to strengthen family relationships.
Meet with a licensed therapist or psychiatrist in-person or virtually. Our team of over 20 clinical therapists provides compassionate and holistic mental health care for adults, adolescents, and children. Our approach recognizes the whole person, mind and body. We specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief, stress, addiction, and relationship issues. We provide individual psychotherapy, psychiatry, couples therapy, and family therapy.
Families are welcome to participate in sessions with their children to address emotional and behavioral issues, and to strengthen family relationships.
Meet with a licensed therapist or psychiatrist in-person or virtually. Our team of over 20 clinical therapists provides compassionate and holistic mental health care for adults, adolescents, and children. Our approach recognizes the whole person, mind and body. We specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief, stress, addiction, and relationship issues. We provide individual psychotherapy, psychiatry, couples therapy, and family therapy.
Amber Raffeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, SEP, NARM L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Whether you are navigating anxiety, challenges in relationships, accumulated stress, past trauma, communication, and attuning to needs of yourself and others, I would be honored to participate in you feeling a greater connection to your experiences, yourself, and with others in relationship. I provide specializations in Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Relational Model, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink positive, accumulated stress, and trauma. I enjoy providing individual, couple, consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family mental health services.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, challenges in relationships, accumulated stress, past trauma, communication, and attuning to needs of yourself and others, I would be honored to participate in you feeling a greater connection to your experiences, yourself, and with others in relationship. I provide specializations in Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Relational Model, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink positive, accumulated stress, and trauma. I enjoy providing individual, couple, consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family mental health services.
Scott A. Soeder
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EdS, LPCC
Verified Verified
University Heights, OH 44118
I have worked with clients dealing with family conflict, career struggles, gender identity and sexual orientation issues, couples wanting better communication skills, college students adjusting to their new environment, trauma, life transitions and much more! No matter who you are, your race, background, gender or sexual orientation, you are welcome here.
If you are struggling with feeling anxious or depressed or are experiencing life transitions that are leaving you unsettled, my philosophy of counseling is to collaboratively work with you, in a supportive and affirming environment, to achieve your best self as guided by your goals and hopes for your life. I strive to make you feel supported, heard and welcomed in every session as we work toward making meaningful changes.
I have worked with clients dealing with family conflict, career struggles, gender identity and sexual orientation issues, couples wanting better communication skills, college students adjusting to their new environment, trauma, life transitions and much more! No matter who you are, your race, background, gender or sexual orientation, you are welcome here.
If you are struggling with feeling anxious or depressed or are experiencing life transitions that are leaving you unsettled, my philosophy of counseling is to collaboratively work with you, in a supportive and affirming environment, to achieve your best self as guided by your goals and hopes for your life. I strive to make you feel supported, heard and welcomed in every session as we work toward making meaningful changes.
Jack Wheeler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Granville, OH 43023
Through personal reflection and increased self awareness, my clients maximize their potential to meet the demands of challenging work-life and family environments.
I especially enjoy working with young adults (ages 15-23), LGBTQ+ clients, and those struggling with social anxiety, academic performance issues, and/or family conflict. Many of my clients come from high achieving environments where they do not feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings with friends, family, or colleagues. I offer an open-minded and confidential space for you to raise awareness of your guiding values, understand how you show up in the world, and achieve balance in order to thrive in challenging life situations.
Through personal reflection and increased self awareness, my clients maximize their potential to meet the demands of challenging work-life and family environments.
I especially enjoy working with young adults (ages 15-23), LGBTQ+ clients, and those struggling with social anxiety, academic performance issues, and/or family conflict. Many of my clients come from high achieving environments where they do not feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings with friends, family, or colleagues. I offer an open-minded and confidential space for you to raise awareness of your guiding values, understand how you show up in the world, and achieve balance in order to thrive in challenging life situations.
Cleveland Sex & Intimacy Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44113
Looking to have more fulfilling relationships with other people? Needing to unpack unhelpful narratives from childhood that are confining you from individual and relational growth? Many people have deeply challenging and hurtful experiences in past relationships, be it family members, friendships, or even at a societal level. These messages can alter the way we view ourselves and the relationships we cultivate. CSIC works with all individuals, partners, and relationships to build and create better relationships with yourself and important others within your life. We seek to empower and support couples who are LGBTQ+, kink, & poly.
Looking to have more fulfilling relationships with other people? Needing to unpack unhelpful narratives from childhood that are confining you from individual and relational growth? Many people have deeply challenging and hurtful experiences in past relationships, be it family members, friendships, or even at a societal level. These messages can alter the way we view ourselves and the relationships we cultivate. CSIC works with all individuals, partners, and relationships to build and create better relationships with yourself and important others within your life. We seek to empower and support couples who are LGBTQ+, kink, & poly.
Est. in 2018, LGBTQ+ owned and operated, and here to provide affordable care for you. Our team of licensed clinicians is 100% on your team. Our eclectic group of licensed professional clinical counselors (LPC/LPCC), licensed social workers (LSW/LISW), and marriage and family therapists (MFT) are trained to treat both adults and youth for individual counseling, family counseling and all types of relationships including monogamous, non-monogamous and polyamorous. In addition to traditional talk therapy our clinicians offer art therapy, music therapy, and EMDR to treat a wide range of issues that are unique to each person.
Est. in 2018, LGBTQ+ owned and operated, and here to provide affordable care for you. Our team of licensed clinicians is 100% on your team. Our eclectic group of licensed professional clinical counselors (LPC/LPCC), licensed social workers (LSW/LISW), and marriage and family therapists (MFT) are trained to treat both adults and youth for individual counseling, family counseling and all types of relationships including monogamous, non-monogamous and polyamorous. In addition to traditional talk therapy our clinicians offer art therapy, music therapy, and EMDR to treat a wide range of issues that are unique to each person.
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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.