Therapists in Cleveland Heights, OH

By utilizing techniques in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), I combine logic, intuition, creativity, and empathy to reflect my unique approach, based in humanism, holism, and existentialism, and assist with achievement of therapeutic goals. I help with challenges such as developing behavioral and emotional self-awareness, learning and implementing adaptive responses to stressors, building effective interpersonal skills, establishing healthy expectations and boundaries, and instilling a sense of empowerment and resilience.

So many of us have had to disconnect from ourselves to survive in some way, often due difficult experiences that overwhelmed our capacity to cope. As a result, you may be finding that the way you relate to yourself is negatively impacting how you show up in your life and relationships. Perhaps you find yourself engaging in patterns that are harming you despite efforts to stop—leaving you feeling stuck, alone, or even broken. I'm here to help you find new ways of relating to yourself and equip you with tools for coping more effectively. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, we will work together to find healing.

I became a therapist because I find true joy in connecting with others. I believe that therapy can be impactful and enriching while still feeling down-to-earth and accessible. As a social worker I value collaboration, cultural humility, and seeing you as the expert of your own experience. My style is warm and relaxed, but I will also work diligently with you to develop the tools you need to meet your self-defined goals.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and I provide teletherapy to adults of all genders who live in the state of Ohio. Therapy can feel uncomfortable at times because change is difficult, so my hope is to create an environment where you can be authentic and share your thoughts and feelings. My approach to therapy is warm and person-centered with a trauma-informed perspective to learn about how your past experiences have impacted you. I offer therapy that is LGBTQ+ affirming.

As a transpersonal, body and gestalt psychotherapist, EMDR and Comprehensive Energy Psychology practitioner, meditation teacher and hypnotherapist, I offer an embodied and integrated approach to therapy, coaching, consultation, and teaching. Our problems and difficulties are opportunities for growth and wisdom, our innate intelligence always knows exactly what we need to transform or heal. Often, we need to undergo a process of compassionately encountering what it is that we find unacceptable, terrifying, or seemingly impossible for us to bear or let go. Paradoxically, these are the things that can lead us into deeper relationship with our true self.

Life can be overwhelming and tough. Sometimes, we need more than our normal support systems. Sometimes, we need help moving forward and healing. Color, sexuality, gender, societal stereotypes, labels and trauma can add to ones struggle to navigate through life. Whatever brings you to counseling, it is my honor and goal to be with you through your journey in healing

The gift of therapy is an opportunity to feel different. Maybe to gain a felt sense of joy, peace and contentment. What does that mean? Many may have tried “talk therapy” alone. Although “talking” through life experiences can be helpful, it is often discovered that there is a felt sense to the issues that words cannot get through alone. Often resulting in not feeling better. The basis of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is that along with talk therapy it incorporates identifying where the feeling is physically located and more importantly, somatically felt. How the body is responding to the actual memory.

You know there's something wrong but aren't certain how to fix it. Or you know you "should be" doing certain things but can't quite seem to manage to do them. You've tried a lot of different things, some of them helped a bit and some of them didn't seem to help much at all, or made it even worse. I help individuals who want to feel satisfied with their lives but instead feel overwhelmed, out of control, and stuck in the same place no matter what they do.

I imagine you are tired of handling things on your own. You feel stuck within your life trying to manage rejection, conflict, or failure. Relationships feel uncertain. You give and give and receive little to nothing in return. While you think about making changes, you can become overwhelmed. As a result, you feel like giving up. But you haven’t. You have courage. And I admire you for it. So, take a deep breath and let’s talk.

There is a time to carry on, but there is a time to find a different way. You are tired of simply going through the motions of life. You find it hard to shake those feelings of worry and sadness. You feel overwhelmed by change and all the decisions in front of you. Your relationships feel hard and complicated. You provide so much for others at work and home that you don’t have anything left for yourself. I am a compassionate therapist who offers a warm and supportive space. I believe that personal growth is possible for everyone and that therapy is an effective strategy in that process.

Megan is experienced in working with adults experiencing severe mental health concerns, mood disorders, personality disorders, and trauma. She has extensive knowledge on trauma, trauma responses and the neurobiology of trauma, and has facilitated both individual and group counseling for individuals with these concerns. As a queer practitioner, Megan has experience leading both individual and group counseling for LGBTQIA+ populations who may be experiencing concerns related to identity. Megan is aligned and open to working with non-monogamous and alternative relationship styles and orientations.

Let's talk about grief, and loss! Have you had a major loss, a love one died, a relationship ended, loss a job/career, loss of trust, or good health? Have you experienced a traumatic event either for yourself or witnessed trauma to someone else? The Grief Recovery Method is an educational intervention that provides both group and one-on-one support to address losses of all kinds and especially includes the death of a loved one. The Grief Recovery Method can be offered as a one-on-one service or a group experience. EMDR is another supportive technique/therapy used to address traumatic life experiences and life anxieties and stresses.

Have you had struggles with maintaining healthy relationships? Do you have a hard time implementing boundaries? Have you noticed you have been feeling more irritable? Life can be challenging and filled with barriers that may at times feel overwhelming and impossible to manage. Do you feel stuck and desiring to find or redefine your purpose? Is your teen struggling with identity issues? If this is you, Dreams2life Counseling services is here to be a guide. If you are seeking healing from past traumas on a journey of self empowerment and self-love lets connect. I want to empower you to show up for yourself!

At Wild Hope Therapy, we believe that therapy can be impactful and enriching while still feeling down-to-earth and accessible. We value collaboration, cultural humility, and seeing you as the expert of your own experience. Our style is warm and relaxed, but we will always be working diligently with you to develop the tools you need to meet your self-defined goals. We intend to create a space where you feel like you can be yourself, and trust us to hold you to whatever values and objectives we uncover.

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.

Here to provide guidance and hold space as you shift the paradigm and awaken the healer within. Calling out the oppressive systems which cause dis-ease (including an oppressive mental health system) in order to build a community of folks invested in a personal and collective healing.

When life gets dark, it is hard to see the light. All it takes is one step to begin to find your way again. At the core of my practice is support, trust, and the inherent worthiness of each individual. I walk beside you offering my encouragement, support and knowledge on your path to healing, connection and wellness. Though I work with many of life’s difficulties my focus is generally in working with adults who have trouble with stress, anxiety, fear, rejection, the feeling of "not enough", depression, sadness, life transitions, self-esteem, understanding and being understood.