Emotionally Focused Therapists in Columbus, OH
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Brad Unruh
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
The primary model I am trained in is
Emotionally Focused
Therapy (EFT) for couples having completed the externship and all core skills.
I am trained in evidence based models that target emotional experiences to restructure relationships and activate healing. I assist couples by creating an environment that safely moves people towards one another allowing for new and life changing bonding experiences. With individuals, I welcome all parts of each person as they learn to befriend, understand, embrace, and lead themselves. Because I view people as "stuck" and not "sick," it is my hope to be a part of your journey in getting unstuck. Please click the button under my picture to go to my website and find out more!
Sarah Newcomer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, IMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I also have advanced training in Sex Therapy,
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy, Affair recovery, and Gottman Method.
Let's face it, intimacy and relationships are complicated. When you and your partner are arguing in circles, sleeping on opposite sides of the bed, and feel like roommates and not lovers it can be tough to know how to find the right help. You need someone who can understand your relationship, really see your patterns that make you feel so stuck, and can help you feel close again. As a relationship specialist I am here to untangle it and help you feel connected again. Visit my website to schedule a FREE 15min consult!
Jill Clemans Niswonger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My training in Marriage and Family Systems and
Emotionally Focused
Therapy will help to understand and repair your relationships.
You want to feel better and you don't know where to start. You feel afraid, angry, overwhelmed, lost, and, depressed most of the time. Maybe your marriage is unfulfilling, your teenagers and kids drive you crazy, or you can't even name what it is that feels so awful. You don't know how to show up, or how to fix things, and you are tired yet, the idea of contacting a therapist might be terrifying. I understand that it can be hard to seek help, but it might change your life.
Annie Alesandrini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, IMFT-S, LMFT
Verified
Verified
We may be a good fit if you struggle with relationship challenges, family of origin, people pleasing, a biting inner critic, self-worth, anxiety, life transitions, or mood management. I work with individuals and couples, most of whom are women and/or LGBTQIA+ folx. (Note: I am unable to schedule new couples at this time.) My therapy style is informed by attachment theory, parts work,
emotionally focused
therapy, family systems theory, and best practices in trauma treatment. Through gentle curiosity and candor, I help untangle patterns that don't serve you well, and strengthen habits based on your values.
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Krista Rush Sisterhen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified
Verified
It takes a lot of courage to seek help when things aren’t going well. I understand. You want to talk with someone who can help you work through a challenging time with compassion, skill and respect - someone you can trust.
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Emily Conboy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My unique combination of attachment-focused, trauma-informed, somatic work,
Emotionally Focused
Therapy and Internal Family Systems therapy techniques have amazing, transformative results.
Such a major step you’re taking right now, seeking out support to work towards healing when so much of life is uncertain. Maybe you’re beginning to recognize your history or your trauma and need to process it all. You may be ready to connect with a trauma-focused therapist, you’d prefer a better therapeutic fit for you, or you want to schedule directly with me. Maybe you're a therapist seeking your own therapist! We’ll collaborate to help you recognize, understand, and master your emotions, motivations, experiences, and behaviors - you can have a happier, healthier life. YOU are the most valuable investment you'll ever make!
Brittany Buescher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, MFT, CCATP
Verified
Verified
As a Relationship Trauma Expert, I am trained in
Emotionally Focused
Couples Therapy and specialize in trauma processing using BrainSpotting.
Struggling in a relationship? Grieving a loss or breakup? Feeling anxious, sad, or angry about family issues or the future? In a rapidly changing and tumultuous world, people often feel comforted by the presence of a therapist who can provide a safe space to understand themselves, explore options, resolve conflicts, and work through unfulfilling relational patterns. I will listen with an intuitive and compassionate heart, give you tools to navigate through stressful times with greater resiliency and develop skills to effectively cope with life's issues so you are fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Jennifer G Smith
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am the sole clinician at my new private practice, Dr Jennifer G Smith LLC. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides individual and group psychotherapy and have over 10 years of clinical experience providing mental health service to adults. I see myself as client-centered and relational in my clinical work and take an integrative approach to treatment. One of the most important aspects of counseling to me is making sure my client feels safe and heard. I view it as a privilege to be invited into someone's world and asked for help, so I meet the client where they are and we make a plan together.
Alessandra Bryant
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life can be overwhelming. We all need some dedicated time to nurture and heal. I am passionate about creating a comforting, non-judgmental space for my clients to connect with themselves and others. I use empathy and compassion to model fairness and acknowledgement for use in personal relationships and relationships clients have with their inner selves. Each of us are deserving of love, kindness, and consideration from others—and from ourselves. I provide a listening ear to explore your feelings, already existing strengths, and strive to help you feel empowered to create the life you want for yourself.
Waitlist for new clients
Jade Flowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, ATR
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Everyone feels stuck at times and unsure what to do. I believe that with the right help you can make the changes you need so that a new path can be discovered. My passion is to work along side individuals, families, adolescents, children, and parents to help create this new path. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy and Art Therapy. I work with those dealing with past or current trauma, family issues, youth, emotional hardships, life transitions, divorce, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, addiction, adoption, and behavior issues just to name a few.
Stephanie Rotuno
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT-S
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in supporting people in healing from trauma and finding health and well-being in their lives and relationships. I realize that my clients come to my office to talk about some of their deepest pains and experiences. Sometimes they carry shame, fear, and anxiety or depression due to these events. I'll welcome you with an open, warm, and deeply present therapeutic experience. Therapy is designed to provide an emotionally safe and supportive space where we do very sensitive work.
Columbus, OH 43206
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John K Lodge
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have worked in outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, and college counseling. I have experience working with adults, children, and adolescents in individual, family, and group-based therapy. I also have experience conducting comprehensive psychological assessments for a wide range of behavioral and psychological issues. My clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment and relationship difficulties, stress and anger management, behavioral pain management, employee-assistance programs (EAPs), psychological assessment, and working with individuals of diverse multicultural backgrounds.
Shannon K McGinty
Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical counselor with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from Miami University and a Master’s degree from the University of Dayton. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in a variety of mental health settings and levels of care. Generally, my clients have been working on behavioral and mental challenges related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, complex trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal relationship concerns, and difficulty with functioning in everyday life.
Christine D Railsback
Counselor, M,Ed, LPCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you having a hard time coping with life? Are you overwhelmed? Do you want to have inner peace? I can help you. I come into session as your equal who's only goal is helping you become your best self. I begin by establishing a trusting, honest, sincere and genuine therapeutic relationship. I will destruct the issues that you are experiencing by using integrative theoretical techniques that are personalized for your individual needs. I am constantly analyzing your puzzle pieces so that connections can be made to establish awareness that will ultimately lead to healing. I will help you recognize that you are worth the fight!
Shilah Campbell
Pre-Licensed Professional, BASW, LSW
Verified
Verified
Representation matters! Offering culturally competent services focusing on the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) community breaking the stigma of mental health. Low self-esteem, fear, and feelings of hopelessness can be debilitating. Empower and uplift the voices of our community who are feeling lost by providing support via telehealth in a non-judgmental environment. Inspiring and motivating positive change to thrive beyond adversity.
Kira Hayes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
The Affirming Pathways Team is Accepting New Clients! I am Native and a queer identifying therapist and owner of Affirming Pathways. I understand personally and professionally, how important knowledgeable and affirming care is for all. That is why an essential part of my practice is creating a space where you feel welcome, seen, and respected. My goal is to work alongside you in a meaningful therapeutic relationship where you'll feel safe to fully explore areas of difficulty, pain, connection, and growth -without- the strain of not knowing if your therapist acknowledges their privilege or that you'll need to educate on your time.
Stacie Stormer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You are already whole. For a variety of reasons, we humans can get stuck in problematic patterns of thoughts and behaviors. Together, we can work with these stuck places and reconnect to your natural wholeness. We will start wherever you are. Our work often includes both gaining insight into the causes and conditions of your current challenge, as well as cultivating practices that are aligned with your deepest heart felt desires.
Tom Danis
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MEd
Verified
Verified
Creating successful relationships and lives as an adolescent, adult or couple is one of the central challenges we all face. I am a Gestalt based psychotherapist who works to help clients discover their potential and explore the blocks that may be getting in their way. My work starts with the premise that each of us has within us what we need to live grounded and fulfilling lives. My goal with clients is to help them build awareness to what is occurring in the moment as a springboard for potential change. Through process oriented therapy, I believe we all can get through challenges that emerge in life.
Shira Alt
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Relationships can be the source of our deepest joy or most profound pain. It is my passion to accompany couples and support them in the life-changing work of growing their relationship. Perhaps your life has gotten so busy that you’ve grown distant and feel like roommates? Maybe things have happened that have eroded your trust? Does your relationship lack the spark and intimacy you want? You don’t need to continue living with loneliness, frustration, and disconnection. I can help you learn new ways to communicate, understand, and bond with your partner to discover a new version of your relationship.
Mandy Reber
Counselor, LPCC, LICDC , NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi and welcome, I offer support towards individuals involving several presenting concerns, including, anxiety, trauma, depression/mood, intrusive thoughts, marital issues, self-care, relaxation, stress, healthy coping skills, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief/loss, relationship and communication conflict. Some interventions I assist with include EMDR trained, CBT, DBT, holistic, eclectic, client-centered therapy, solution focused, and trauma informed care. I focus in collaboration with an individual based on their stage of change, goals/values, security, and trust as establishing a strong therapeutic alliance.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is an approach to therapy that helps clients identify their emotions, learn to explore and experience them, to understand them and then to manage them. Emotionally Focused Therapy embraces the idea that emotions can be changed, first by arriving at or 'living' the maladaptive emotion (e.g. loss, fear or shame) in session, and then learning to transform it. Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples seeks to break the negative emotion cycles within relationships, emphasizing the importance of the attachment bond between couples, and how nurturing of the attachment bonds and an empathetic understanding of each others emotions can break the cycles.