Alcohol Use Therapists in Columbus, OH

I believe that each individual is both the text and the author, and work with clients to make meaning and find fulfillment in a world that is often unpredictable. I consider reflection and revision of earlier chapters, as well as intentional focus on the present moment to be key components in the process of taking ownership of one’s experience. Some of my areas of professional interests include identity (particularly surrounding issues of gender), guilt and shame, drug and alcohol use . I am also interested in healthy relationships, trauma and the social determinants of mental health.

If I were to say if I had a type of client, it would someone that wants help. If there is a need for me to work harder than the person coming for the therapy session, then maybe they just might not yet be ready to address some of the deeper-rooted issues that led them to step out and ask for help. I know 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.

What is the benefit of not engaging in your recovery? What is it costing you not to engage in your recovery? What is the costs or difficulties to not engaging in your recovery? What are the benefits of engaging in your recovery? I believe in teaching you that identifying, avoiding, and managing the triggering places, people, feelings and things associated with the urges of substance use are key to obtaining your personal wellness and recovery.

I am an independently licensed Profession Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) in the State of Ohio and have been working in the field for over thirty years, helping individuals from a variety of backgrounds with substance use and mental health issues. I have experience working in residential treatment settings, outpatient community mental health programs, and in private practice. While I specialize in treating addictions to drugs or alcohol, gambling, or the internet, I have learned that these issues are often accompanied by depression, anxiety, panic, and grief.

If I were to say if I had a type of client, it would someone that wants help. If there is a need for me to work harder than the person coming for the therapy session, then maybe they just might not yet be ready to address some of the deeper-rooted issues that led them to step out and ask for help. I know 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.

Do you find yourself missing your spark? Do you find that your moods have control over your life? Do you find yourself in this never-ending cycle of shame and trying to escape through unhealthy ways? Many people have found themselves stuck in this story and feeling numb to it all. This can rob you of joy and take away your spark. I think one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your story. Using a strength- based and collaborative approach, I can offer you the space to rewrite your story into one of empowerment and resilience.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S) in the State of Ohio. Over the past ten years, I have worked in community mental health and outpatient clinics in the Cleveland metro area, specializing in working with clients with complex trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders. I also specialize in working with vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, and burnout (often issues for first responders and treatment/medical providers). My holistic, relational approach is rooted in collaboration and focuses on reducing distress, resolving crises, and improving interpersonal functioning.

My clients are suffering from marital issues and other personal issues that cause immense psychological pain. Most of my clients have turned to addictive behaviors to cope. Others practice self-harming behaviors - however, this can be seen as addictive behavior as well. Couples find a safe place in my office to work through their issues and develop stronger and healthier relationships. I use a strength-based and interactive model, as we set short-term goals and develop a healthier social network to help maintain sobriety and healthier living in the long run. I use an integrative approach to treat the whole person.

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My goal is to help those who are seeking a path to recovery from drugs and alcohol. I am here to listen to your story and develop a plan for the next best steps. I am a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor and the Ohio representative for Lakeview Health, a residential JCAHO and CARF accredited substance abuse and mental health treatment facility. My role is to help you find the right level of care and the right facility for you. Whether you end up being a fit for Lakeview or not, I will always help to provide an appropriate referral.

Pain is often the deepest around what matters most to us. Those that work with me often feel caught-like there is never enough time for what matters the most. Amidst busy careers and their commitment to care for others, they struggle to find time to care for themselves. They try to ignore the stress, which often leads them to feel exhausted, but they tell themselves they'll get to it later. Meanwhile, difficulties with worries, rage, sadness, sleep, and stress emerge. Sometimes old hurts that they thought were left behind resurface and they wonder how long it will be before they feel like themselves again. They feel alone.

I desire to help everyone overcome their struggles and reach their true potential. I strive to help people deal with the deep issues of their life, so that they can overcome the obstacles and struggles. I work with people to find a new hope and confidence in themselves and their future. My approach to counseling is one that is person centered and cognitive behavioral.

It takes courage to ask for help. If you're reading this then you’ve already taken the first step toward healing, and I applaud you for that. I am a licensed independent social worker and a licensed independent chemical dependency counselor with over 15 years of experience with individuals, couples, families, and groups from many different backgrounds and settings. I'm interested in long term, sustainable mental and emotional health. There are a lot of therapies out there that claim to be ‘the’ way, but I find that if something is too good to be true, it probably is.

Therapy can be fun, joyful, hopeful – an exciting adventure on the way to making changes toward a more fulfilling life, loving the authentic you, or deeper and more harmonious relationships. I specialize in: (1) Anxiety and Mood Disorders (Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Simple Phobias, Dysthymia, and Major Depression). Through a simple method you can free yourself of the fears and moods that are holding you back from enjoying life to the fullest; (2) Addictions – Substance Abuse – alcohol, drugs, or food; (3) Relationships – Learn communication skills to improve your personal and professional relationships using our “50/50 Solution for Relationships Workbook”.

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.

I feel the most helpful with clients who experience unmanaged symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Addiction, Grief and Trauma. Left unmanaged, these disorders can decrease our sense of self worth. A variety of other issues might develop such as relationship conflicts, loneliness, phobias, panic attacks, and substance abuse. Along with empowering individuals to become mentally strong, I enjoy helping Couples improve their relationship. Whether it's teaching communication skills, conflict resolution skills or endeavoring to heal from specific events and issues, there are gains we can make by working together.

As a Zurich trained JUNGIAN ANALYST & Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I work with you to understand and utilize your own innate wisdom for personal growth and transformation. Psychological suffering such as depression, anxiety, addiction, restlessness, lack of meaning, or spiritual crisis can be an opportunity for growth. Together we strive to find a deeper meaning in these symptoms to allow for healing and a more balanced life. I have work experience as a primary therapist in both an inpatient and outpatient treatment facility, which provided me with a keen understanding of mental health issues and ways to manage symptoms.