Therapists in Brunswick, OH

Sometimes, in life, we are used to being invalidated by the people closest to us. This can cause us to question what we value, feel, think, & believe in. Learning how to identify & self validate your feelings, thoughts, values, takes time. I believe this is achievable through learning self compassion, living by your values & by building a therapeutic relationship where you are not only seen & heard, but also where you are unconditionally accepted, supported & provided an environment for healing. I understand the amount of work and effort that is not the easiest but necessary to overcome your past, to persevere & define yourself.

Are you feeling depressed, anxious, stressed? Do you worry about "going crazy"? Do you have problems in your relationships with family and friends? Do you wonder why you or someone you love can't stop drinking, using, eating, spending? We can help! We are a team of experienced counselors who are here to help you feel more empowered, improve communication/conflict, feel less depressed/anxious, recover from trauma, and parent more confidently. We have also helped many get/stay clean & sober and increase their understanding of the disease of addiction.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervision endorsement. I am also a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with a Clinical Supervision endorsement. I provide mental health and substance abuse counseling to individuals, couples and families who are struggling to deal with these issues in life. It is my hope that I will be able to assist clients in the direction that they need to go in order to lessen their problems and lead a happier life. I would describe myself as being genuine, supportive, open minded and non judgmental. As a result, most clients feel very comfortable opening up to me.

Working with athletes is my passion. As a former lacrosse player and collegiate level coach I have experienced and seen student-athletes struggling with confidence, fear of failure, coping with mistakes, etc. As athletes, we find it natural to work on the physical side but do not always prioritize the mental side of our performance. Taking time to process your struggles is beneficial and I want to create a comfortable space to do so.

Are you an athlete who is struggling with confidence, trusting your skills, perfectionism, coping with mistakes, fear of failure, etc? As a former volleyball high school state champion and Division I collegiate athlete, being able to manage your expectations and continue to push yourself despite internal and external pressures can be overwhelming. As athletes, we find it natural to work on the physical side but do not always prioritize the mental side. Taking time to process your struggles is beneficial and I want to create a comfortable space to do so.

As a clinician, I value genuineness and authenticity. This forms the foundation from which I work with clients. I want to work with you to manage your chronic mental health issues, develop coping skills, work through trauma, and empower your authentic self. I do this in a variety of ways by enlisting your expertise on yourself combined with multiple treatment modalities tailored to your unique needs.

If you have any of these issues, I can help: a) Couples; b) Mental Health; c) Substance Use; d) Trauma; E) Kids ages 5-18.

Do you sometimes feel like life is too much? Do your feelings get so big that you feel like you might explode? Do you want life to be different but don't know where to start?

I have over 40 years of clinical practice in a wide variety of settings, working with adults who are struggling with substance use and emotional distress. My philosophy of treatment is person-centered, meaning the relationship we build is the core of our work together to successfully meet your goals. I have many therapeutic techniques in my "toolbox" and will utilize those that best meet the unique difficulties encountered in therapy. The goal of treatment is to address issues, past and present, and help you design a new way of thinking, feeling, and acting that resolves those issues.

"Just because your path is different, doesn't mean you're lost" I have 15 years experience in helping children with dual diagnoses (developmental delays with comorbid mental health diagnoses) in a wide variety of settings. I believe in a collaborative approach to treatment and integrative models of care to help maximize an individual's potential. I join children and their families on their journey to healing and recovery in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

If you suffer from issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and relationship issues, I can help. I prefer to work with clients ages preteen to adult. I can assist you with setting goals for yourself and creating a plan to meet them.

I have over 35 years clinical experience, training in gestalt and pyschoanalytic psychotherapy, mindfulness based stress reduction. My goal is to increase your awareness of who you are, why you respond and/or make the choices that you do and look for alternatives. I find that life is a journey that never ends, I hope people find internal contentment, tranquility, and learn to care about themselves. All we do is talk about events of your past and how you were effected. I take what I do seriously, but due to the intensity of what we do, try to have fun in the process.

We specialize in treating and working with all types of mental and behavioral health concerns. Our team of experienced Ohio-Licensed practitioners all have many years of working experience and are also noted for their specialties. Our clients come with all types of mental or behavioral health challenges, substance abuse concerns, and relationship or family issues - which deserve to be addressed properly, promptly, and with complete confidentiality. Our clients range from children and adolescents, to parents and adults, to seniors - all ages are most welcome. Feel free to contact us via phone or email.

The choice to engage in counseling may be difficult, but the benefits can be life-changing. Loyal to the belief that a "journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". I seek to join you on this journey, value each individual's story, and while understanding the need for a strong therapeutic relationship. Whether you are negotiating life losses, feelings of anxiety and depression or adjustment to life challenges, I see my role as compassionate listener and guide.

Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying integrative therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

We believe that counseling is an opportunity to talk with someone you can connect with in a safe environment without fear of judgment. There are a variety of issues that people face on a daily basis. Sometimes those life issues can become too burdensome to deal with on your own. This is where we come in. We work with clients who are dealing with: Depression, Anxiety, Child issues, Mood Disorders, Marriage/Family, Pre-Marital Counseling, Self-Esteem, Trauma, Divorce, Grief, Job and School Stressors. I find it a privilege to be able to walk alongside those who are seeking out assistance in their journey.

As a therapist, I take a collaborative stance when working with my clients to promote positive change and interpersonal growth. The approaches implemented center around the individual needs of my clients and their presenting concerns. I recognize that building a strong therapeutic relationship between client and clinician is essential for change to occur. Therefore, unconditional acceptance, empathy, support, and trust are maintained throughout every session. I strive to promote a safe environment to face life's most difficult challenges, working to encourage and empower each individual along the way!

My role as your counselor is key in guiding your expectations of counseling, establishing healthy communication, & building a positive relationship with you. I feel that relationships are important to the quality of our lives, & one of the strongest indicators of the degree of the quality of our relationships with others is the quality of our relationship with ourselves. My goal is in helping individuals enjoy their authentic self and enjoy people, environments, & experiences. By employing an integrated method approach, I aim to help my clients develop more healthy coping tools to manage life stressors & create positive outcomes.

If I had a type of client, it would be someone that wants help. If I need to work harder than the person coming for the therapy session, they may not be ready to address some of the deeper-rooted issues that led them to seek help. I try to remain more attuned and aware that the readiness to change is key to the success of therapy for a client. I want to work in tandem with the person to reach the goals they have set for themselves. Because it’s only through their willingness to commit to change and do the work necessary that they will see the results within themselves.