Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Cleveland, OH

Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, or low self esteem? Have you experienced trauma in your life and struggle to move on, or to let go of the past? Do your emotions often override your thoughts making it difficult to think logically? Life can be overwhelming and painful at times, but it is possible to live a happy life even if you have endured pain in the past. I can help you to think more logically and to feel more in control of your emotions. Although you may feel like you are stuck, it is possible to find change! I welcome you to make the first step in building a happier and more fulfilling life.

Hello, just by you being you and reading this information means you're considering therapy. I believe you are making a brave step in your healing journey...congratulations! Going through issues like trauma, depression, or life transitions can feel like navigating a storm alone, with no end in sight. The journey can be challenging and feel isolating. There are steps we can take together to change your life. Whether it's dealing with depression, anxiety, or the tumultuous shifts that come with life transitions, I'm here to walk this path beside you. All while creating an inclusive environment where you feel seen, heard, & supported.

Something is not feeling right or going the way you would like it to in your life. Maybe its depression or anxiety, a relationship that has gone sour, maybe you feel stuck or confused, lost or just plain not content with how things are going. You would like a change, a goal to be reached, or to better understand yourself or someone else. I believe I can help with these types of challenges. Being a therapist is not just a job to me. The relationship of client and therapist gives me a feeling of profound awe and respect, and often love. I love my job and I love that maybe, just maybe, I can help you embody the change you are seeking.

I help adults and young adults cope with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and familial stressors. For over thirty years I have practiced mindfulness and meditation and have seen the power of these practices transform pain and discomfort into healing and opportunity. I am a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher through Tibet House US and Dharma Moon. It is my goal to meet my clients where they are to help them feel comfortable in a therapeutic setting.

Affiliates in Behavioral Health, LLC is an independent, multi-disciplinary and culturally diverse behavioral health care practice providing evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral and psychiatric problems. We firmly believe in providing coordinated care where specially trained therapists and medical doctors work together, within the same office, to help patients feel better as quickly as possible. Our experienced and licensed clinicians provide quality services to children, teens, adults and seniors for a wide variety of problems including relationship and family issues, depression, anxiety, fear, loss/grief, anger, mood swings, eating disorders, chemical dependency, and difficulties in school or at work.

My 30+ year career has found me working with people with anxiety and depression issues, as well as the incredible stresses due to life circumstances. I have been able to help clients who have found themselves with personality or impulse control issues. I tend to favor Cognitive Behavioral approaches in therapy, but am quite capable of adjusting my therapy techniques to best suit the problem.

My goals are to assist clients with processing and coping with cognitive behavioral distortions and discrepancies, with the aim to assist clients in becoming more self-aware at the same time encompassing the entire human experience. I am a passionate, ambitious, ethical professional with communication proficiency and the required experience to successfully work with a diverse clientele base. I believe that my professional background coupled with my personal life experiences make me a very well rounded licensed professional counselor.

My name is Stephen Brown, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Northeast Ohio and seeing clients throughout the state via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients find positive solutions to start feeling better. I have found that my approach is effective for teens and adults struggling with the challenges and stressors of life, which take the forms of depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma.

A native of Cleveland, OH, Keyoni is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. Keyoni has worked with children, teenagers, and adults with a broad range of concerns including grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family distresses, attention and focus difficulties, and crisis intervention. Keyoni walks with her clients to help them learn and practice skills that will empower them to see the world through a healthier and more holistic lens, as well as become their best selves.

Trauma is a catalyst that can either bind us in grief or propel us toward greatness. By accepting what cannot be changed and learning how to properly cope with what is, we can all live a life we envision. In my experience as a therapist, I have noticed the impact grief, loss and trauma can have on an individual's psyche. With that being said, I have also noticed- and have profound appreciation for- the innate resilience evidenced in the healing process. For the past 10 years, I’ve worked tirelessly in community mental health, school based and psychiatric sites where I provided individual, family, and group therapy.

Deciding to seek therapy may coincide with intensely difficult circumstances. A key goal is to help you build a sense of confidence in your ability to both change and heal. Even negative emotions and actions can guide us toward wellness when they are reflected upon in a safe and confidential relationship with a therapist.Together, we will explore how your behaviors, thoughts, and feelings affect you in the here and now and also how they have come to be. I offer a straightforward and thoughtful approach that values and accepts the complex facets of what makes us who we are.

Krystin offers a therapeutic setting that is welcoming, joyful, warm, and restorative by counseling individuals who struggle with establishing or maintaining mental health and wellness. Krystin’s focus areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, crisis, work-life balance, stress management, stages of change, and personal growth and development. As a woman managing multiple roles, Krystin subscribes to a mantra of the legendary Dr. Maya Angelou, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style" and she seeks to support her clients do the same!

I will ensure that our therapeutic space is comfortable and safe. I am an eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapist with a passion for helping indivudyuals navigate hardship and/or trauma. I specialize in practicing attachment-based EMDR and Flash to help my clients heal from trauma and engage in a transformational wellness journey. I have availability in-office as well as telehealth. Outdoor, walk and talk sessions available also!

Courtney Williams is a Licensed Social Worker with 13 years of experience in mental health. She is well-versed in helping adolescents, families, and adults with unique issues to live balanced, mentally-healthy lives. Courtney provides individual and group therapy and specializes in grief recovery, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. She has made a significant impact in the field through her empathetic approach, clinical expertise, and dedication to destigmatizing mental health. Courtney has demonstrated an exceptional ability to connect with clients, creating a safe and nurturing environment.

Hi! My name is Deborah, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, complex trauma, parenting, autism, bipolar disorder, and more. I aim to create a safe environment and build a trusting, nourishing relationship where you can start your journey of healing and growth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, complex trauma, parenting, autism, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, and more.

Ryan Fernandez is both a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with 5 years of experience as a clinician. He is passionate about empowering diverse individuals, couples, and groups to accomplish their mental health goals. Ryan specializes in self-esteem issues, relationship issues, grief, spirituality, substance-related and addictive disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, personality disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. Ryan has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University.

Taking the step to engage in therapy takes courage. It shows that you value yourself and your relationships enough to heal and improve your way of being in the world. Together, we can explore and work toward healing the root cause of what causes you to feel triggered, stuck, anxious or depressed. We can work as slowly or as intensively as you would like. I provide a non-judgemental space and place great emphasis on clients feeling safe within the context of our relationship.

Welcome. Choosing to see a therapist isn’t easy, and finding the right one can be even more difficult. Whether your reason for therapy is to gain support through a life transition, better manage your mental health or to seek more purpose in your life, it is my hope you will find a healing presence on your path to wellness. I am a therapist that meets you where you are at in your journey while providing reflective and supportive feedback.

As a licensed professional counselor and hypnotherapist, I serve adults and adolescents with a diverse spectrum of needs. My intention is to assist clients in discovering their full potential by empowering them to face their challenges with courage and self-compassion. My passion is assisting client's in establishing lasting happiness. With a professional background in residential facilities, community based services, and working with at-risk youth, I can connect with people of all walks of life and allow a high level of comfort and ease.