Anxiety Therapists in Columbus, OH
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Kacie M Pedon
Counselor, LPCCS
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic approach is person centered, supportive, positive and challenging to the point of helping you develop self-compassion, self-love and overall confidence. We all struggle from time to time and deserve a non-judgmental support person. If you are wanting to improve any aspect of your life, or to cope with trauma, grief, depression,
anxiety
, I am here to assist you as you work toward your goals. If you do not want to utilize insurance to cover sessions cost, my self-pay rate is $120 per session for individuals. I am in compliance with the No Surprise Act and will provide you with a Good Faith Estimate.
Andie Loiseau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as
anxiety
and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
Sarah E Altman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I focus on treatment for those with eating, weight and body image concerns, and also treat related and co-occurring depression,
anxiety
, and other emotional struggles.
Extremes in our emotional and psychological states can lead to imbalance, avoidance and mindlessness, and can be related to extremes in other areas of our health, such as eating, activity, and sleep. Eating too much or not fueling our bodies enough, stress or emotional eating-these are ways we cope with or respond to extremes in our thoughts and emotions, and distracts and disonnects us from our life values and goals. I am here to help you reestablish your values and goals by focusing on a more balanced perspective and awareness of your mind, body and behaviors.
Darcel Elliott
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in beautiful Washington state. My education and training is primarily in Cognitive Behavioral therapy. This is an evidenced based practice that can help you manage your emotions in a more healthful way. It is an effective therapy technique for those who struggle with
anxiety
, depression, trauma, healthy relationships, and more. You do not have to struggle alone! I look forward to the opportunity to work together.
Sherry Harris Barbour
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT, BC-TMH, CCTS-I
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When deciding to seek counseling, finding just the right person to take on the personal journey is important. Whether seeking help with communicating with a spouse, young children, teenagers, adult children, or extended family members, understanding how to cope with the loss of a loved one, dealing with past or present trauma, substance abuse, pre-marital, or marriage counseling, depression, or
anxiety
; choosing a therapist who has committed her life to helping you realize your goals makes the journey one of personal satisfaction and accomplishment. A committed and dedicated therapist helps you to see your unrealized strengths.
Tara Woltz
LPCC-S
Verified
Verified
Hi! My name is Tara and I am the owner of Peace of Mind Counseling Service. I am a licensed professional counselor in Ohio with 7 years of clinical experience. Positive mental health is fundamental to living a healthy well-balanced life. Although the general perception of mental health has improved in recent times, people can still be fearful of the negative stigma that is attached to mental health illnesses. This can add to the
anxiety
and fear of seeking mental health treatment. I can provide treatment and coping skills to manage life stressors while showing clients respect and support in a therapeutically safe environment.
Elizabeth Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Elizabeth has experience working with teens, college students, and adults of all ages struggling with depression,
anxiety
, self-esteem, life stress, and life changes.
Elizabeth is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Dayton. Elizabeth’s experience includes school, community agency and private practice settings. She approaches counseling in a client-centered way in order to guide and support clients to help them reach their goals. Elizabeth helps teens and adults of all ages to navigate the challenges that come with depression,
anxiety
, self-esteem, relationship issues and life changes. She uses a multi-modal approach in session in order to help clients to heal, build coping skills, and gain back control over their lives.
Dr. Dorian Kondas
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified
Verified
Healing happens! You DO have the ability to work through your despair, loss,
anxiety
, shame, trauma, compulsions, sexual concerns, and relationship conflicts. I offer a safe online space for individual adults and a gentle, relationship-oriented process of holistic healing. I bring to you a broad doctoral background for almost any life concern you may be facing yet with specialized training and skills. Therapy groups also offered currently for gay men and for religious abuse or cult survivors (see below).
Nikki Stacey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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 look for ways to help with coping, as well as work to understand why and where these issues originate from. If this resonates with you, I would love to help!
Zion Counseling and Wellness Enrichment Center
Counselor, LPCC, MS, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 17 years of experience including education that offers a solid foundation of Mental Health Counseling and Human Development and Family studies that allows me to understand the needs of individuals over a wide range of ages and life span challenges. I will support and advocate with you as you learn to function better in every area of life. Do you need help with depression, reducing
anxiety
, improving decision making budgeting, or communication skills, stress management, strengthening your social life, or managing lifestyle changes like break ups job changes parenting concerns?
Sarah E Klein
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
It is my passion to reach clients who have given up hope that they can change. If you are someone who has unsuccessfully sought counseling (or has never tried counseling) for
anxiety
, depression, low self-esteem, bad relationships, or trauma/PTSD, I would love to have the opportunity to work with you! I promise you a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can process through your pain and can come out the other side being changed in ways you never thought possible. It would be a privilege to walk on that journey with you!
Steve Cartell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
As a strengths and solution focused therapist, I believe we each have the power to process our issues and find the key to unlock often untapped potential; taking care of one’s mental health is vital to living a peaceful and fulfilling life. I work with
anxiety
, depression, trauma, addiction, and men’s issues. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I understand the struggles many encounter and work to create a safe and welcoming space for all!
Allison Deatherage
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide diagnostic assessment and treatment for adult populations with a broad range of mental health disorders, specializing in the treatment of
anxiety
and trauma-related disorders. My goals for all patients are two-fold: 1) to help mitigate symptoms in the immediate using cognitive-behavioral strategies and 2) to help patients identify and overcome unhelpful behavioral and relational patterns for long-term symptom reduction and life enhancement.
Tenisha Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified
Verified
I am an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker. I specialize in working with people dealing with the challenges of
anxiety
, depression, relationships, self-esteem, goal setting, and assertiveness. Arcadia Counseling Solutions, LLC emphasizes a strength-based approach to therapy, while implementing cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused skill building. Whether you're having challenges with a significant other, family, friends, or co-workers, I can assist you in identifying ways to develop happy, healthy, positive relationships, with others, but most importantly, with yourself.
Columbus Therapy and Hypnosis
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, CCHt, MAMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As hypnotherapists we specialize in
anxiety
, test
anxiety
, PTSD, success principles, and removing passive aggression.
COUPLE COUNSELING SPECIALIST Are you ready to make a difference in your relationship? Are you ready for change and want to see forward motion quickly? I practice proven methods of relationship therapy that will help you go from argument to compromise and move from conflict to cooperation. If you want to have a trusting, caring, intimate relationship, let's talk!
Faith Lynn Kappeler-McCafferty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified
Verified
My specialty is stabilizing mood disorders, particularly depression and
anxiety
.
I listen carefully to your concerns in a warm, gentle and supportive environment. I will work with you to enhance your self-knowledge, self-esteem, life skills and confidence. After hearing your unique story, I work with you to set goals to help you get what you need and want. I share tools that can help stabilize your mood and change behaviors and thoughts that sabotage you. I can help enhance your relationships and make you feel comfortable in your skin and in the world. I have worked with many types of people and I enjoy meeting new clients and working together in the manner most comfortable to each person.
Julianne Peters
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Verified
With specialized training from Postpartum Support International (PSI), I help pregnant people and parents overcome symptoms of
anxiety
and depression so they can enjoy parenthood.
Everyone struggles from time to time and I believe no one should go through their struggles alone. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental environment to explore and overcome your challenges. Whether you are experiencing a recent life change or a chronic issue, everyone has the ability to adapt and grow. Therapy does not have to be complicated and I am here to help you achieve your goals by “starting where you are, using what you have, doing what you can” – Arthur Ashe.
Megan Donelan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Currently accepting new clients in Ohio. I support individuals who want to make changes in their mental health, by helping them build resiliency against the inevitable stressors of life. I believe each individual has the ability to heal from their painful experiences and improve their lives, and aim to give them the tools and support for that journey. I want to promote a greater sense of balance and wholeness that stays with clients well after our work together is over. I specialize in trauma (specifically developmental trauma), attachment,
anxiety
, and concerns related to eating/body image.
Jessica Starr
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Together we will help you connect with your own inner wisdom to experience wellness NOW! Areas of passion and expertise include mindfulness and self-compassion meditation, spiritual awakening, trauma, somatic symptoms, women's issues, relationship issues, depression,
anxiety
, parenting, grief and loss.
Times of chaos, confusion, and challenge are opportunities for a shift in perspective and meaningful, long-lasting change. We don't often have a choice about challenging circumstances but we do get to choose how we respond and whether or not we grow stronger from the experience! Using a blend of traditional "talk therapy" and alternative therapies (such as mindfulness, somatic awareness, and creative expression) we collaborate for my clients' restoration of their natural wellness in mind, body, and spirit. I can help you become your best self!
Amy Pazarentzos (Steinberg)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified
Verified
Using a strengths-based approach, I provide therapy to children, adults and families struggling with depression,
anxiety
, grief, trauma, behavior concerns and adjustment related issues.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Miami University and a Master's degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University. I previously worked at Nationwide Children's Hospital providing outpatient therapy to children, adolescents and their families.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.