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Laura Mackner

Psychologist, PhD

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Available both in-person and online
20 Third Street New Albany, OH 43054
Is tinnitus disrupting your life? Are other health problems making it difficult for you or your child to enjoy the things you want to do? Managing health conditions can be tough, and depression and anxiety can come along too. Let’s work together and ease your symptoms. Let’s get your life back. I help children, teens and adults find strategies that work for them, using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, equine-assisted psychotherapy, and other research-supported treatments.
In my private practice, we can calm your tinnitus (ringing in your ears) with CBT combined with ACT and mindfulness, customized for your unique tinnitus journey. There is hope for long lasting peace. You can find more information at www.MacknerPsychology. com.
At PBJ Connections, I focus on other health conditions, depression, anxiety, and emotion regulation at farms in Pataskala and Galena (equine-assisted therapy), and in office settings in Galena and New Albany. In all that I do, my goal is to provide kind and understanding support as we navigate physical, mental and behavioral health together.
Laura Mackner now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

PBJ Connections New Albany

20 Third Street

New Albany, OH 43054 map

Mackner Psychology

1115 Bethel Road

Columbus, OH 43220 map

My website
CBT for tinnitus is in person in Columbus, OH or online. Therapy sessions with PBJ Connections are at a farm, in an office, or online.
I specialize in Tinnitus, Chronic Illness and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Connect with Laura Mackner
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

PBJ Connections New Albany

20 Third Street

New Albany, OH 43054 map

Mackner Psychology

1115 Bethel Road

Columbus, OH 43220 map

My website
CBT for tinnitus is in person in Columbus, OH or online. Therapy sessions with PBJ Connections are at a farm, in an office, or online.
I specialize in Tinnitus, Chronic Illness and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • CareSource
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Mutual
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • OSU/Luminare
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Fees, payment methods, and insurance plans accepted are different for my private practice and for PBJ Connections. Please see www.MacknerPsychology. com and www.PBJConnections. org for more information.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Fees, payment methods, and insurance plans accepted are different for my private practice and for PBJ Connections. Please see www.MacknerPsychology. com and www.PBJConnections. org for more information.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Ohio / P.5812 Laura Mackner
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 25 years
  • Attended University of Maryland Baltimore County, PhD, Graduated 1999
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Eagala Fundamentals (equine-assisted psychotherapy) 2025
  • Certificate from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Psychology 2001
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For over 20 years I was in a tenured faculty position in the College of Medicine at Ohio State where I helped patients with health conditions, led NIH-funded research, taught medical trainees, and served on national-level committees for health-related research and policies.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
For over 20 years I was in a tenured faculty position in the College of Medicine at Ohio State where I helped patients with health conditions, led NIH-funded research, taught medical trainees, and served on national-level committees for health-related research and policies.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Tinnitus
  • Chronic Illness
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • School Issues
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in chronic health conditions as well as anxiety and depression which often travel along with health problems. I developed a particular interest in tinnitus when I worked at the OSU Speech and Hearing Clinic and saw the challenges that people with ringing in their ears encounter. I've worked with children, teens and their caregivers for my entire career.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I specialize in chronic health conditions as well as anxiety and depression which often travel along with health problems. I developed a particular interest in tinnitus when I worked at the OSU Speech and Hearing Clinic and saw the challenges that people with ringing in their ears encounter. I've worked with children, teens and their caregivers for my entire career.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.


Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Equine-assisted psychotherapy
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use CBT, ACT and mindfulness to build on your strengths and help you develop tools to calm your tinnitus and reclaim your life.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use CBT, ACT and mindfulness to build on your strengths and help you develop tools to calm your tinnitus and reclaim your life.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

PBJ Connections New Albany

20 Third Street

New Albany, OH 43054

Additional Location

Mackner Psychology

1115 Bethel Road

Columbus, OH 43220

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CBT for tinnitus is in person in Columbus, OH or online. Therapy sessions with PBJ Connections are at a farm, in an office, or online.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD
"
CBT for tinnitus is in person in Columbus, OH or online. Therapy sessions with PBJ Connections are at a farm, in an office, or online.
Photo of Laura Mackner, Psychologist, PhD
Laura Mackner
Psychologist, PhD