Therapists in Columbus, OH

As we cope with the challenges in life, we might get stuck sometimes, and asking for help is a huge positive step! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I take pride in my ability to work with clients to cope with life's stressors to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. I utilize client-centered interpersonal relationship in which both my clients and I collaborate to develop strategies and potential solutions to cope and overcome obstacles and personal challenges. I am committed to providing a safe and conducive environment free of judgements to help my clients explore and process their issues.

Alexandra Restelli is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) who offers her clients a safe and nurturing space in order to begin the healing and rebuilding process, using her more than 5 years of clinical experience to provide individual counseling, family counseling, crisis assessments, interventions, adolescent therapy, and more. She specializes in treating chronic stress, dysfunctional relationships, co-occurring disorders, and disorders ranging from anxiety, depression, ADHD, to PTSD and panic disorders. Alexandra earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Ohio State University.

Have you considered arts based therapies to enhance or create progress in your life or the life of your loved one? I believe in using the music that people love to strategically heal their bodies and minds. There are life changing possibilities in treatment when you understand the complex relationship between music and the mind. I am a board certified music therapist who can help a variety of people reach their specific goals such as rehabilitate speech skills after a stroke or traumatic brain injury, or spend time playing cognitive skill based music games to preserve cognitive skills in people with Alzheimer’s.

My ideal client is someone open to the process of therapy. Someone who is willing to show up for themselves, and “put in the work”. My client may be someone dealing with anxiety, depression, or challenges of ADHD, such as Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria. My client may be feeling in a rut or “stuck” in personal aspects of their life. My client may be challenged by different phases and stages of life, by not feeling capable or feeling easily overwhelmed. They want to engage in therapy and work on achieving their personal goals in a space where they are seen, heard, validated and encouraged.

DO You Feel Like You Haven't Been Heard! I utilize a solution-focused, and client-centered approach, which includes identifying relationships that may be directly or indirectly impacting your ability to function at your highest level. I believe your relationship with yourself; impacts how you view and interact with the world and those around you. First, we will identify the primary stressors causing you dis-ease, then create a treatment plan that allows you to be the person you desire, and address the barriers impacting you. I treat couples, blended families, relational conflicts, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, etc.

Anxiety and negative beliefs about one's self are areas of focus that I gravitate toward. These can come from many avenues, like relationships, family issues, trauma, and etc. I also hold spirituality and faith-based issues in hand for those in need. I consider working with clients to be a high privilege! I work with college students and adults, and work to provide secure spaces for clients to be vulnerable and allow for deep change. I not only look for ways to help you cope, but to understand why and where these issues originate from. If this resonates with you, I would love to help!

Sometimes our compasses are all over the place. People may experience depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD or other life challenges. I'm here to assist you to balance those challenges and provide you a map to improve in challenging areas of your life. .

If you’re reading this, I congratulate you on your courage to seek help. Your empowerment, relationships, and well-being are my priority. I view well-being holistically: body, behaviors, thoughts, feelings, social support, work, home, upbringing, culture, race, gender, etc. all contribute to wellness. In therapy, I honor your concerns with unconditional acceptance and collaboration. My theoretical orientation blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Hi! I imagine you are here because things are not great. Perhaps, you would like to improve or change something, or maybe you just want to feel better or more comfortable in your skin.. I know it can be scary, but I believe it’s also brave. It takes courage to admit that you would like life to be different. I believe together we can get you to a place where life isn't so hard. During my 16 year career, I have been fortunate to have met wonderful people and together we have grown. I view the therapeutic process through a person centered lens and as something we do together. I believe it is important to celebrate the small successes.

As a Marriage & Family therapist, I'm attuned to clients’ interconnected webs of relationships even when working 1-on-1. My experience & training with families & couples enables me to walk with clients through (re)discovering their connectedness to those they love. I’m most passionate about exploring clients’ stories & listening for places where personal narratives might differ from others’. This often provides spaces for clients to explore new or neglected understandings of themselves & their relationships leading to preferred, more fulfilling future stories. I enjoy working with clients across cultural, sexual& gender identities.

I believe we all have the ability to change. Whether your an individual, couple, or family you deserve to live your best life. Through an open and trusting relationship we will work together to provide you the necessary skills to enhance your personal growth and overall well being. I focus on building strong therapeutic relationships aligned with your personal goals and individual strengths.

I have worked with clients struggling with depression, anxiety and substance abuse for almost 10 years. I like personal center approach because I believe the therapeutic relationship is the basic for every successful treatment. I am an immigrant from Taiwan, so I am fluent in Mandarin and Taiwanese beside English which made me understand the possible barriers from the cultural perspectives.

We are grateful and honored to be a part of your journey. 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. We work from a collaborative and person centered approach, integrating theories and techniques from a variety of therapies. We are interested in providing a safe space where you can tell your story, heal, make positive changes, and feel empowered.

For over 20 years, I have tried to create a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental atmosphere in which to address mood disorders, couples' issues, self-esteem, and work and life stress issues. I use a problem solving approach that focuses on strengths.