Female Therapists in Chagrin Falls, OH
Welcome. It's a new year and often it prompts people to move forward to make changes for themselves. I’m here to guide you through your personal challenges. I work with adults and couples seeking support and positive change. My goal is for you to feel “truly seen” and supported by me your therapist as you share, discover and face fears to get yourself to a better place. I work with mood disorders, anxiety, stress, divorce, trauma, neglect, domestic violence, life confusion, medical conditions and grief.
Welcome. It's a new year and often it prompts people to move forward to make changes for themselves. I’m here to guide you through your personal challenges. I work with adults and couples seeking support and positive change. My goal is for you to feel “truly seen” and supported by me your therapist as you share, discover and face fears to get yourself to a better place. I work with mood disorders, anxiety, stress, divorce, trauma, neglect, domestic violence, life confusion, medical conditions and grief.
Lauren Kustec is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Akron and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Lauren has experience working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and of all ages. Lauren has provided treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, and other mental health issues that impact daily living.
Lauren Kustec is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Akron and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Lauren has experience working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and of all ages. Lauren has provided treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, and other mental health issues that impact daily living.
Are you struggling with a DIFFICULT MARRIAGE including feeling unloved, disrespected, unheard or emotionally unsupported? Are you having FINANCIAL or PARENTING PROBLEMS? Do you suffer from PANIC ATTACKS: feel ANXIOUS,OVER-WHELMED or STRESSED? You are NOT alone. Together we can find practical, workable solutions to help you work through your situation with confidence and courage so you can look forward to your future with hope and excitement. You will feel free to be yourself in a safe, stress-free environment without fear of judgment or criticism. Only YOU can take the first steps to CHANGE YOUR LIFE!
Are you struggling with a DIFFICULT MARRIAGE including feeling unloved, disrespected, unheard or emotionally unsupported? Are you having FINANCIAL or PARENTING PROBLEMS? Do you suffer from PANIC ATTACKS: feel ANXIOUS,OVER-WHELMED or STRESSED? You are NOT alone. Together we can find practical, workable solutions to help you work through your situation with confidence and courage so you can look forward to your future with hope and excitement. You will feel free to be yourself in a safe, stress-free environment without fear of judgment or criticism. Only YOU can take the first steps to CHANGE YOUR LIFE!
Are you experiencing communication challenges and feeling stuck with your spouse, significant other or family? Is anxiety, depression, a major life transition leaving you, tired, stressed & unsure how to adjust? Hi, I’m Cindy, a compassionate licensed therapist in Ohio, Florida, and Vermont with 17 years of experience. Working together with individuals and couples, I use evidence-based approaches to uncover what’s driving emotional and relational challenges, all within a warm, supportive, judgment-free, empathic space to gain clarity, understanding, feel heard and get practical strategies to create the life & relationships you want.
Are you experiencing communication challenges and feeling stuck with your spouse, significant other or family? Is anxiety, depression, a major life transition leaving you, tired, stressed & unsure how to adjust? Hi, I’m Cindy, a compassionate licensed therapist in Ohio, Florida, and Vermont with 17 years of experience. Working together with individuals and couples, I use evidence-based approaches to uncover what’s driving emotional and relational challenges, all within a warm, supportive, judgment-free, empathic space to gain clarity, understanding, feel heard and get practical strategies to create the life & relationships you want.
Ruth Sudilovsky-Pecha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, SEP, EMDR, MSSA
4 Endorsed
Online Only
People seek therapy because they simply want to feel better. But what does “feeling better” really mean? Talk‑therapy can give us insight, yet insight alone doesn’t always bring relief. Somatic therapy bridges that gap by uniting mind and body. Rather than asking “what happened?” or “how does that make you feel?” I might explore, “When you notice joy, what sensations arise in your body?” Moving the conversation from the head to the felt experience opens new pathways for change and healing.
People seek therapy because they simply want to feel better. But what does “feeling better” really mean? Talk‑therapy can give us insight, yet insight alone doesn’t always bring relief. Somatic therapy bridges that gap by uniting mind and body. Rather than asking “what happened?” or “how does that make you feel?” I might explore, “When you notice joy, what sensations arise in your body?” Moving the conversation from the head to the felt experience opens new pathways for change and healing.
My mission is to help you reach your emotional, spiritual and physical goals. Life is a journey, not a destination. If you're feeling anxious, confused, experiencing loss or depressed, reaching out for help is a powerful, courageous first step in your journey to emotional well being. If your life feels difficult, counseling can help you. If you are seeking change, working together with a counselor can help you be the person you know you can be.
My mission is to help you reach your emotional, spiritual and physical goals. Life is a journey, not a destination. If you're feeling anxious, confused, experiencing loss or depressed, reaching out for help is a powerful, courageous first step in your journey to emotional well being. If your life feels difficult, counseling can help you. If you are seeking change, working together with a counselor can help you be the person you know you can be.
With over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults, I specialize in helping clients with challenges related to ADHD, Executive Functioning, Anxiety, Depression, School Refusal, Life Transitions, Parenting and Relationships. As a former Teacher, Dean of Students, and Mental Health Assessment Therapist for a large school district, I bring a wealth of understanding of where most kids and teens spend their days: at school! I am uniquely skilled in helping clients put what they learn in therapy into practice. Specialties include graduate students (medicine, law and business) as well as student athletes.
With over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults, I specialize in helping clients with challenges related to ADHD, Executive Functioning, Anxiety, Depression, School Refusal, Life Transitions, Parenting and Relationships. As a former Teacher, Dean of Students, and Mental Health Assessment Therapist for a large school district, I bring a wealth of understanding of where most kids and teens spend their days: at school! I am uniquely skilled in helping clients put what they learn in therapy into practice. Specialties include graduate students (medicine, law and business) as well as student athletes.
Feeling lost & overwhelmed? Are you ready to conquer anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? If you crave a safe space to unlock personal growth & live a more fulfilling life, we offer a supportive space for personal growth and change. Combined with a variety of skilled clinicians and a personalized approach to mental health, our clients thrive and attain long-term goals.
Feeling lost & overwhelmed? Are you ready to conquer anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? If you crave a safe space to unlock personal growth & live a more fulfilling life, we offer a supportive space for personal growth and change. Combined with a variety of skilled clinicians and a personalized approach to mental health, our clients thrive and attain long-term goals.
I was a professional airplane and helicopter pilot (civilian) before transitioning to a career as a therapist. I flew and worked with many veterans and learned about their struggles after deployment and separating from the military. Some of these challenges were reuniting with family, feelings of isolation, loss of purpose and meaning and moral injury. I also learned about veterans’ resilience as they faced these challenges. Working as a team, I can help navigate your transition to civilian life by improving your ability to cope with difficult emotions and thoughts using various types of therapy tailored for you and your goals.
I was a professional airplane and helicopter pilot (civilian) before transitioning to a career as a therapist. I flew and worked with many veterans and learned about their struggles after deployment and separating from the military. Some of these challenges were reuniting with family, feelings of isolation, loss of purpose and meaning and moral injury. I also learned about veterans’ resilience as they faced these challenges. Working as a team, I can help navigate your transition to civilian life by improving your ability to cope with difficult emotions and thoughts using various types of therapy tailored for you and your goals.
Dr. Sheena Balolong Publico received her PhD in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Health Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology - Los Angeles at Alliant International University. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and completed specialty training in Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology. She provides individual and group psychotherapy and conducts cognitive assessments, presurgical evaluations, and capacity evaluations with adults with complex medical and psychiatric histories.
Dr. Sheena Balolong Publico received her PhD in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Health Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology - Los Angeles at Alliant International University. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and completed specialty training in Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology. She provides individual and group psychotherapy and conducts cognitive assessments, presurgical evaluations, and capacity evaluations with adults with complex medical and psychiatric histories.
I have been working with teens, children, families and adults since 1988. I believe in warmly supporting my clients through the struggles and traumas of life. I use a variety of theoretical approaches, as therapy is not a one size fits all medium. I have worked in In-Patient settings as well as Out-Patient settings. My goal for my clients is that I am able to provide them with a safe and supportive environment where together we can explore their hopes, needs, and possibilities so they are able to move forward towards a better, kinder and gentler path in life.
I have been working with teens, children, families and adults since 1988. I believe in warmly supporting my clients through the struggles and traumas of life. I use a variety of theoretical approaches, as therapy is not a one size fits all medium. I have worked in In-Patient settings as well as Out-Patient settings. My goal for my clients is that I am able to provide them with a safe and supportive environment where together we can explore their hopes, needs, and possibilities so they are able to move forward towards a better, kinder and gentler path in life.
Feeling frozen or overwhelmed and it’s getting more difficult to ‘push through’ every day? Have you been feeling less connected to others in your life? I’ve worked with many people who are looking to make change, find motivation and explore ways to reconnect with who they are. I have helped people suffering from anxiety, depression and trauma who believe they aren’t enough, or have been putting their energy into helping others for so long they aren’t sure of who they are now. And I have worked with those looking to discover their full sense of self, understand who they are and discover what’s valuable and meaningful in their lives.
Feeling frozen or overwhelmed and it’s getting more difficult to ‘push through’ every day? Have you been feeling less connected to others in your life? I’ve worked with many people who are looking to make change, find motivation and explore ways to reconnect with who they are. I have helped people suffering from anxiety, depression and trauma who believe they aren’t enough, or have been putting their energy into helping others for so long they aren’t sure of who they are now. And I have worked with those looking to discover their full sense of self, understand who they are and discover what’s valuable and meaningful in their lives.
“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts” Marcus Aurelius How we think affects how we feel and therefore how we tend to behave. It is my belief that the counseling experience is all about self exploration, growth and gaining new perspective and ways of thinking. I truly enjoy providing and sharing safe and comfortable spaces with individuals, couples, families and groups. I welcome any and all individuals age 14 and older no matter what challenges you are facing.
“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts” Marcus Aurelius How we think affects how we feel and therefore how we tend to behave. It is my belief that the counseling experience is all about self exploration, growth and gaining new perspective and ways of thinking. I truly enjoy providing and sharing safe and comfortable spaces with individuals, couples, families and groups. I welcome any and all individuals age 14 and older no matter what challenges you are facing.
I have a master's degree from Case Western Reserve University and I am a supervising licensed independent social worker with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings including hospitals, schools, childcare centers, juvenile detention centers, adolescent residential treatment facilities, and outpatient community mental health centers. I especially love working with children and their families, assisting those as young as three years of age.
I have a master's degree from Case Western Reserve University and I am a supervising licensed independent social worker with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings including hospitals, schools, childcare centers, juvenile detention centers, adolescent residential treatment facilities, and outpatient community mental health centers. I especially love working with children and their families, assisting those as young as three years of age.
Dr. Lynn Luna Jones earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Temple University in 2004 and is a licensed psychologist. She has 20 years of experience in the field of psychology and has worked with children, adolescents, and adults, providing individual, family, couples, and group counseling services. She specializes in diagnostic assessment and is skilled in administering intellectual, achievement, personality, vocational, adaptive functioning, and other specialized tests.
Dr. Lynn Luna Jones earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Temple University in 2004 and is a licensed psychologist. She has 20 years of experience in the field of psychology and has worked with children, adolescents, and adults, providing individual, family, couples, and group counseling services. She specializes in diagnostic assessment and is skilled in administering intellectual, achievement, personality, vocational, adaptive functioning, and other specialized tests.
Marissa earned her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s degree in Social Work at Cleveland State University. She is currently licensed as an Independent Social Worker in the State of Ohio and has been practicing for 15 + years working with adolescents, adults and families. Marissa has several years working in the psychiatric hospital setting addressing the needs of adults who are in an immediate crisis, and those who are seeking outpatient services. She has done therapeutic programming in high schools regarding self esteem and depression. Marissa also has experience working with couples to promote healthier relationships.
Marissa earned her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s degree in Social Work at Cleveland State University. She is currently licensed as an Independent Social Worker in the State of Ohio and has been practicing for 15 + years working with adolescents, adults and families. Marissa has several years working in the psychiatric hospital setting addressing the needs of adults who are in an immediate crisis, and those who are seeking outpatient services. She has done therapeutic programming in high schools regarding self esteem and depression. Marissa also has experience working with couples to promote healthier relationships.
Hello! I’m Stephanie Heck and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 20 years experience. I was trained in marriage and family therapy and art therapy in LA California, and currently reside in Ohio. There are two parts to my practice- therapy services and Lyme Disease support. Along the lines of therapy, I work with teens, individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues. On the Lyme Disease support side, I use the knowledge I acquired from my own healing from Lyme disease to help people navigate the emotional and scary journey of their own healing.
Hello! I’m Stephanie Heck and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 20 years experience. I was trained in marriage and family therapy and art therapy in LA California, and currently reside in Ohio. There are two parts to my practice- therapy services and Lyme Disease support. Along the lines of therapy, I work with teens, individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues. On the Lyme Disease support side, I use the knowledge I acquired from my own healing from Lyme disease to help people navigate the emotional and scary journey of their own healing.
Rachael Rose is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who earned her Master of Social Work degree from Cleveland State University in 2021. Rachael has worked in private practice and community mental health agency settings. She provides individual therapy to adults presenting with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationships, communication, self-esteem, substance use, and life transitions. Rachael utilizes several modalities in her practice, including trauma-focused cognitive cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, and strengths-based therapy.
Rachael Rose is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who earned her Master of Social Work degree from Cleveland State University in 2021. Rachael has worked in private practice and community mental health agency settings. She provides individual therapy to adults presenting with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationships, communication, self-esteem, substance use, and life transitions. Rachael utilizes several modalities in her practice, including trauma-focused cognitive cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, and strengths-based therapy.
You don't feel like you are enough. In fact, sometimes you think if you were just a different person, things would be better. Confidence is fleeting. You feel uncomfortable in your own skin, feel stuck, lonely and often hopeless. Your thoughts are often plagued by what others think of you and you are riddled with guilt for what feels like just about everything. You feel like that relationship you have been longing for is elusive. Everyone else seems to have what you've been longing for. There must surely be something wrong with you.
You don't feel like you are enough. In fact, sometimes you think if you were just a different person, things would be better. Confidence is fleeting. You feel uncomfortable in your own skin, feel stuck, lonely and often hopeless. Your thoughts are often plagued by what others think of you and you are riddled with guilt for what feels like just about everything. You feel like that relationship you have been longing for is elusive. Everyone else seems to have what you've been longing for. There must surely be something wrong with you.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, eating disorders/disordered eating, and body dysmorphia. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. Whenever you are ready, I’m here to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment to help you reach your goals.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, eating disorders/disordered eating, and body dysmorphia. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. Whenever you are ready, I’m here to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment to help you reach your goals.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.