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Karen Kernberg Bardenstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
My specialties include childhood problems with toileting, sleep, emotional and behavioral adjustment and divorce. I work individually with adults and couples, particularly with relationship issues and divorce. I provide mediation/parenting coordination for high conflict parents. The impact of divorce and death on the family is particularly painful for children and for parents who are trying to navigate their own survival.
My specialties include childhood problems with toileting, sleep, emotional and behavioral adjustment and divorce. I work individually with adults and couples, particularly with relationship issues and divorce. I provide mediation/parenting coordination for high conflict parents. The impact of divorce and death on the family is particularly painful for children and for parents who are trying to navigate their own survival.
(216) 365-8658 View (216) 365-8658
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John K Lodge
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43221
I have worked in outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, and college counseling. I have experience working with adults, children, and adolescents in individual, family, and group-based therapy. I also have experience conducting comprehensive psychological assessments for a wide range of behavioral and psychological issues. My clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment and relationship difficulties, stress and anger management, behavioral pain management, employee-assistance programs (EAPs), psychological assessment, and working with individuals of diverse multicultural backgrounds.
I have worked in outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, and college counseling. I have experience working with adults, children, and adolescents in individual, family, and group-based therapy. I also have experience conducting comprehensive psychological assessments for a wide range of behavioral and psychological issues. My clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment and relationship difficulties, stress and anger management, behavioral pain management, employee-assistance programs (EAPs), psychological assessment, and working with individuals of diverse multicultural backgrounds.
(937) 528-1061 View (937) 528-1061
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Cleveland Couples Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT-S
Verified Verified
Cleveland Couples Therapy LLC specializes in providing couples counseling in the greater Cleveland area. Molly Simkins Sluk is a Couples and Family Therapist with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy EFT who specializes in helping couples build greater intimacy and successfully navigate conflicts. She helps couples understand and resolve the underlying needs and emotions that drive the conflict in their relationships. Molly also provides parenting support and Emotionally Focused Family Therapy for parents seeking to strengthen relationships with children and collaboratively face various family and life stressors.
Cleveland Couples Therapy LLC specializes in providing couples counseling in the greater Cleveland area. Molly Simkins Sluk is a Couples and Family Therapist with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy EFT who specializes in helping couples build greater intimacy and successfully navigate conflicts. She helps couples understand and resolve the underlying needs and emotions that drive the conflict in their relationships. Molly also provides parenting support and Emotionally Focused Family Therapy for parents seeking to strengthen relationships with children and collaboratively face various family and life stressors.
(216) 242-1262 View (216) 242-1262
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Pamela k Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, CHT, SAP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Resolving family issues allowing you to become the person that you are meant to be and to achieve personal peace.
I graduated with an MSW from St Louis University and am certified in Advanced Hypnotherapy. I also work in energy therapy and Chakra work to provide my consumers with a variety of practices that may work best for them. Currently I teach and train hypnotist and hypnotherapist allowing them to offer their clients with an expanded therapy area. My clients come first and I am willing to work with you in the therapy that best meets your needs. I am certified to do tele mental health and can bill most insurances and Medicare.
Resolving family issues allowing you to become the person that you are meant to be and to achieve personal peace.
I graduated with an MSW from St Louis University and am certified in Advanced Hypnotherapy. I also work in energy therapy and Chakra work to provide my consumers with a variety of practices that may work best for them. Currently I teach and train hypnotist and hypnotherapist allowing them to offer their clients with an expanded therapy area. My clients come first and I am willing to work with you in the therapy that best meets your needs. I am certified to do tele mental health and can bill most insurances and Medicare.
(419) 987-4052 View (419) 987-4052
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Renee McCallion
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43222  (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems), as well as other interventions including CBT.
Welcome! Choosing a therapist is a thoughtful experience, and I hope to offer you comfort in sharing a bit about my background. I have been practicing for 11 years and have owned my own therapy practice since 2020 - Coral Canopy Counseling. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Outside of my clinical work, I am passionate about advocacy and creating change systemically-including social injustices involving racial & economic inequality, and the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Being a therapist is understanding that no one exists in a vacuum and that environment impacts mental health.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems), as well as other interventions including CBT.
Welcome! Choosing a therapist is a thoughtful experience, and I hope to offer you comfort in sharing a bit about my background. I have been practicing for 11 years and have owned my own therapy practice since 2020 - Coral Canopy Counseling. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Outside of my clinical work, I am passionate about advocacy and creating change systemically-including social injustices involving racial & economic inequality, and the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Being a therapist is understanding that no one exists in a vacuum and that environment impacts mental health.
(614) 702-2573 View (614) 702-2573
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Wellness Coaching & Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worthington, OH 43085
My other clinical interests are depression, trauma, work challenges, family of origin concerns, attachment, stress management, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, parenting, relationships, life transitions, attention issues, and overall wellness.
It’s fine. I'm fine. Everything is FINE! How many times have we said that to ourselves or others and deep down we know it isn't true? Sometimes it’s just easier to tell ourselves that rather than get to the root of the problem. Are you a highly functioning person who feels more anxious, unsettled, alone, frustrated, or empty than you’d like? Ongoing optimism, a growth-mindset, acceptance, and a nonjudgmental space help my clients move forward. I have previously worked with a diverse range of clients at Ohio Wesleyan University, in various public and private education roles, and in several corporate positions.
My other clinical interests are depression, trauma, work challenges, family of origin concerns, attachment, stress management, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, parenting, relationships, life transitions, attention issues, and overall wellness.
It’s fine. I'm fine. Everything is FINE! How many times have we said that to ourselves or others and deep down we know it isn't true? Sometimes it’s just easier to tell ourselves that rather than get to the root of the problem. Are you a highly functioning person who feels more anxious, unsettled, alone, frustrated, or empty than you’d like? Ongoing optimism, a growth-mindset, acceptance, and a nonjudgmental space help my clients move forward. I have previously worked with a diverse range of clients at Ohio Wesleyan University, in various public and private education roles, and in several corporate positions.
(614) 810-8637 View (614) 810-8637
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Pathways of Ohio Counseling Services, LLC
LISW-S, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Poland, OH 44514  (Online Only)
Pathways of Ohio Counseling is a virtual behavioral health telehealth provider offering both video and telephone psychotherapy to adults who are residents of Ohio. Our virtual services offer you the privacy you need, protects your health and allows us to offer you the flexible scheduling to manage your busy life AND focus on self-care. We understand how life stressors can become overwhelming and we can help you find ways to manage problems with your partner, family, friends and your work life. Unaddressed, these issues can lead to high levels of anxiety, depression, isolation and feeling overwhelmed.
Pathways of Ohio Counseling is a virtual behavioral health telehealth provider offering both video and telephone psychotherapy to adults who are residents of Ohio. Our virtual services offer you the privacy you need, protects your health and allows us to offer you the flexible scheduling to manage your busy life AND focus on self-care. We understand how life stressors can become overwhelming and we can help you find ways to manage problems with your partner, family, friends and your work life. Unaddressed, these issues can lead to high levels of anxiety, depression, isolation and feeling overwhelmed.
(234) 218-4314 View (234) 218-4314
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Isabel A Sanchez-Cummings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSSA, MPA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chesterland, OH 44026
It is my pleasure and privilege to engage clients one-to-one to explore patterns and identify desired changes. Typical areas of concern are emotional well-being, managing stress, relationship or family issues, and making desired changes in behavior. My goals are to assist individuals in the areas of 1) Decision-making, 2) Developing and implementing coping skills, 3) Identifying and using internal and external resources, and 4) Self-Empowerment and Acceptance.
It is my pleasure and privilege to engage clients one-to-one to explore patterns and identify desired changes. Typical areas of concern are emotional well-being, managing stress, relationship or family issues, and making desired changes in behavior. My goals are to assist individuals in the areas of 1) Decision-making, 2) Developing and implementing coping skills, 3) Identifying and using internal and external resources, and 4) Self-Empowerment and Acceptance.
(440) 276-3665 View (440) 276-3665
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Shana I Byrd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43220
My areas of focus are relationship counseling, infidelity, family conflict, parenting concerns, perinatal bonding and attachment, anxiety, and depression.
I truly believe that we all have personal strengths that help us work through life’s difficulties. We sometimes just need others to help us identify those strengths as well as ways to utilize them to cope and find solutions. I find it a privilege to walk along side clients as they discover their strengths, heal from trauma, and work to repair relationships with self and others.
My areas of focus are relationship counseling, infidelity, family conflict, parenting concerns, perinatal bonding and attachment, anxiety, and depression.
I truly believe that we all have personal strengths that help us work through life’s difficulties. We sometimes just need others to help us identify those strengths as well as ways to utilize them to cope and find solutions. I find it a privilege to walk along side clients as they discover their strengths, heal from trauma, and work to repair relationships with self and others.
(740) 276-3052 View (740) 276-3052
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Dr. James A. Fidelibus
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43229
I am passionate about relationships. Maybe it's my Italian genes, or maybe it's my sense of family values. For whatever reason, I care about helping relationships survive and thrive. My training includes Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy. What you can expect is a structured approach in which we specify goals and work to build strong emotional alliances. I facilitate your interaction as a couple to lead you into a deeper understanding of each other first, and then move on to problem-solving and practical decision-making.
I am passionate about relationships. Maybe it's my Italian genes, or maybe it's my sense of family values. For whatever reason, I care about helping relationships survive and thrive. My training includes Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy. What you can expect is a structured approach in which we specify goals and work to build strong emotional alliances. I facilitate your interaction as a couple to lead you into a deeper understanding of each other first, and then move on to problem-solving and practical decision-making.
(614) 383-9828 View (614) 383-9828
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North Canton Therapy Works, LLC
Counselor, PCC-S, LICDC, LISW, PhD
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Individual, family, and couples counseling.
We have several experienced therapists in our office with decades of experience. We are happy to help you find the therapist that is the best fit for your individual or family needs. Our mission is to provide a non-judgmental and caring therapeutic environment that fosters personal growth and treatment success. It is our goal to empower each of our clients to achieve their goals and to improve their overall quality of life.
Individual, family, and couples counseling.
We have several experienced therapists in our office with decades of experience. We are happy to help you find the therapist that is the best fit for your individual or family needs. Our mission is to provide a non-judgmental and caring therapeutic environment that fosters personal growth and treatment success. It is our goal to empower each of our clients to achieve their goals and to improve their overall quality of life.
(330) 556-6346 View (330) 556-6346
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Beth A Reichert
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Perrysburg, OH 43551  (Online Only)
I work with different counseling theories that are best suited to you as an individual client that include Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Emotion Centered Therapy.
I love working with clients who are working through the challenges of life, especially during times of transition. I work with teenagers, adults as individuals, couples, and families. I am here to help you better understand yourself, your reactions to life and transitions, and the challenges you are having in order to help you navigate through your difficulties. I primarily work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and relationship challenges. Whether you want to navigate difficulties in your life, repair relationships, or build a strong foundation for your mental and emotional wellness - I am here to help!
I work with different counseling theories that are best suited to you as an individual client that include Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Emotion Centered Therapy.
I love working with clients who are working through the challenges of life, especially during times of transition. I work with teenagers, adults as individuals, couples, and families. I am here to help you better understand yourself, your reactions to life and transitions, and the challenges you are having in order to help you navigate through your difficulties. I primarily work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and relationship challenges. Whether you want to navigate difficulties in your life, repair relationships, or build a strong foundation for your mental and emotional wellness - I am here to help!
(419) 863-3019 View (419) 863-3019
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Chris Jon Conte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Dublin, OH 43017
Hi! My name is Chris Conte, and I am a licensed social worker practicing in Dublin, Ohio. I regularly talk with both children and adults who are struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, and family concerns. Many times, we feel depressed and anxious because of negative thoughts about self, overwhelming circumstances, and challenging relational dynamics. These concerns are extremely common and are causing many people to have difficulty experiencing life with joy and satisfaction and functioning to their full potential.
Hi! My name is Chris Conte, and I am a licensed social worker practicing in Dublin, Ohio. I regularly talk with both children and adults who are struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, and family concerns. Many times, we feel depressed and anxious because of negative thoughts about self, overwhelming circumstances, and challenging relational dynamics. These concerns are extremely common and are causing many people to have difficulty experiencing life with joy and satisfaction and functioning to their full potential.
(380) 212-3330 x509 View (380) 212-3330 x509
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Alisa Farkas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISWS
Verified Verified
Grandview, OH 43212
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical strengths include working with children, adolescents and adults with mental, emotional and behavioral health (particularly those with PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, ADHD, and family stress).
Immediate openings via Telehealth I believe in people and encourage a mindfulness approach to life. It takes one phone call to change the rest of your life. I believe that people can triumph and feel better and I want to help someone on their journey to do just that.
My clinical strengths include working with children, adolescents and adults with mental, emotional and behavioral health (particularly those with PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, ADHD, and family stress).
Immediate openings via Telehealth I believe in people and encourage a mindfulness approach to life. It takes one phone call to change the rest of your life. I believe that people can triumph and feel better and I want to help someone on their journey to do just that.
(614) 524-5306 View (614) 524-5306
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Gabrielle Gallet de St. Aurin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT
Verified Verified
I am a couple and family therapist and certified in Systemic Multicultural Counseling, which allows me to hold space and acknowledge the multitude of different factors that influence a person, family or couple.
When we live in spaces of meeting other people’s expectations, how can we ever discover who we authentically are? My role as a therapist is to create a space where you are able to be authentically yourself. We are not simple and isolated beings. We are influenced and impacted by various different relationships and experiences throughout our lives. There is no road map on how to be. So, let’s create it together. I specialize in working with families of all shapes, sizes and experiences, and specifically those that identify within the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a couple and family therapist and certified in Systemic Multicultural Counseling, which allows me to hold space and acknowledge the multitude of different factors that influence a person, family or couple.
When we live in spaces of meeting other people’s expectations, how can we ever discover who we authentically are? My role as a therapist is to create a space where you are able to be authentically yourself. We are not simple and isolated beings. We are influenced and impacted by various different relationships and experiences throughout our lives. There is no road map on how to be. So, let’s create it together. I specialize in working with families of all shapes, sizes and experiences, and specifically those that identify within the LGBTQIA+ community.
(440) 644-2499 View (440) 644-2499
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Melissa Mary Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Youngstown, OH 44503
Melissa works with all populations but enjoys counseling women who are walking through seasons of depression, anxiety, loss, anger, abuse, marriage and family problems, infertility, pregnancy loss, and career counseling.
My favorite question to ask a new client is: 'What will life look like one day when you come into my office and say, 'life is smooth, I'm succeeding, and I don't need counseling any longer?’ We will begin working with this goal in mind. The idea isn't to be in counseling forever, but to learn some skills for your life's toolbox to help you handle the journey you are on and setting the stage for wholeness that lasts a lifetime. I'm honored to be included in your journey and story and I’m ready to work alongside of you during your current season in life.
Melissa works with all populations but enjoys counseling women who are walking through seasons of depression, anxiety, loss, anger, abuse, marriage and family problems, infertility, pregnancy loss, and career counseling.
My favorite question to ask a new client is: 'What will life look like one day when you come into my office and say, 'life is smooth, I'm succeeding, and I don't need counseling any longer?’ We will begin working with this goal in mind. The idea isn't to be in counseling forever, but to learn some skills for your life's toolbox to help you handle the journey you are on and setting the stage for wholeness that lasts a lifetime. I'm honored to be included in your journey and story and I’m ready to work alongside of you during your current season in life.
(234) 259-6375 View (234) 259-6375
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Jeremy D Kaufman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43206  (Online Only)
If you’re like us, you may be busy with family, friends, work, and leisure.
We want patients who are interested in well-researched treatment and who are open to telepsychology or video based therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. You'll save time and gas money.
If you’re like us, you may be busy with family, friends, work, and leisure.
We want patients who are interested in well-researched treatment and who are open to telepsychology or video based therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. You'll save time and gas money.
(740) 224-5690 View (740) 224-5690
Kimberly Ann Ford
Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDC-S, SAP, CFRC
Verified Verified
Salem, OH 44460
I believe in personal growth and better family relationships. Because relationships give meaning to life, they need to be protected and nurtured. Learning effective communication skills is crucial to maintaining healthy relationships.
I believe in personal growth and better family relationships. Because relationships give meaning to life, they need to be protected and nurtured. Learning effective communication skills is crucial to maintaining healthy relationships.
(330) 227-6949 View (330) 227-6949
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Jennifer C. Anderson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Beachwood, OH 44122
My first goal is to make your family feel comfortable.
My practice is dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults live satisfying lives, maximizing their successful functioning at home, school, and in their relationships. I diagnose and treat a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. I also have specialized expertise in the treatment of adjustment and coping challenges that can accompany medical illness and in evaluation of learning challenges, attention problems, and giftedness. I offer a full range of services, including consultation/evaluation, treatment, and educational/psychological assessment. My face-to-face testing feedback and comprehensive reports provide specific recommendations tailored to the needs of the student.
My first goal is to make your family feel comfortable.
My practice is dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults live satisfying lives, maximizing their successful functioning at home, school, and in their relationships. I diagnose and treat a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. I also have specialized expertise in the treatment of adjustment and coping challenges that can accompany medical illness and in evaluation of learning challenges, attention problems, and giftedness. I offer a full range of services, including consultation/evaluation, treatment, and educational/psychological assessment. My face-to-face testing feedback and comprehensive reports provide specific recommendations tailored to the needs of the student.
(216) 342-3606 View (216) 342-3606
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Trish Mairet - Insight Therapy Works
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA MFTT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45504  (Online Only)
My focus is to help those with Anxiety to move beyond overwhelming patterns of negative thinking that can lead to Depression. If you have trauma and deal with conflict with family, coworkers or others, we will explore ways to help to reduce the symptoms that cause discomfort and emotional pain and allow for more balance. I have experience working at Community Counseling Centers, Hospital Medical Social Work, County Mental Health Crisis and In-Patient psychiatric hospitals. From these positions I chose to return to private practice therapy in order to focus and work in-depth with adults, families, couples, seniors and groups.
My focus is to help those with Anxiety to move beyond overwhelming patterns of negative thinking that can lead to Depression. If you have trauma and deal with conflict with family, coworkers or others, we will explore ways to help to reduce the symptoms that cause discomfort and emotional pain and allow for more balance. I have experience working at Community Counseling Centers, Hospital Medical Social Work, County Mental Health Crisis and In-Patient psychiatric hospitals. From these positions I chose to return to private practice therapy in order to focus and work in-depth with adults, families, couples, seniors and groups.
(937) 446-6106 View (937) 446-6106

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.