Hoarding Therapists in Columbus, OH

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Karen Kruzan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, CPO-CD
Serves Area
I work to embody the Twin Brooks tagline “No Judgment. Just Relief.” I specialize in hoarding, AD/HD, anxiety, & depression. Adults typically find my gentle and practical methods comforting and productive. I use my training and experiences in both the behavioral health and organizing fields to help people overcome barriers to having the lives they envision.
I work to embody the Twin Brooks tagline “No Judgment. Just Relief.” I specialize in hoarding, AD/HD, anxiety, & depression. Adults typically find my gentle and practical methods comforting and productive. I use my training and experiences in both the behavioral health and organizing fields to help people overcome barriers to having the lives they envision.
(740) 301-0007 View (740) 301-0007
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Caitlyn T Smith Elkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also work with hoarding disorder.
Do you wish more people understood the difference between PTSD and CPTSD? Does your nervous system (fight or flight) need a reset? Does it take trust for you to open up to people? Have people told you that you "overthink things?" Then I may be the right fit for you.
I also work with hoarding disorder.
Do you wish more people understood the difference between PTSD and CPTSD? Does your nervous system (fight or flight) need a reset? Does it take trust for you to open up to people? Have people told you that you "overthink things?" Then I may be the right fit for you.
(740) 675-8514 View (740) 675-8514
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Melissa Deters - NOCD
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Online Only
It makes me so happy to help a person become a better version of themselves. We don't get taught how to handle emotions, feelings, obsessions, and compulsions in school. Providing that for people gives me purpose. I love seeing the light-bulb moments when the member shows so much growth.
It makes me so happy to help a person become a better version of themselves. We don't get taught how to handle emotions, feelings, obsessions, and compulsions in school. Providing that for people gives me purpose. I love seeing the light-bulb moments when the member shows so much growth.
(614) 739-9860 View (614) 739-9860
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Makayla Gerhardt - NOCD
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Online Only
As a therapist, my first priority is to build trust. I understand that your thoughts might be distressing, and you can tell me anything without fear of judgment. I will meet you where you are, treating you as the unique individual you are. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD. Our deep understanding of its nuances enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. We have received training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, based on your preferences.
As a therapist, my first priority is to build trust. I understand that your thoughts might be distressing, and you can tell me anything without fear of judgment. I will meet you where you are, treating you as the unique individual you are. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD. Our deep understanding of its nuances enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. We have received training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy (ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD. When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues, based on your preferences.
(929) 415-8543 View (929) 415-8543
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Dulce Hershberger LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
(380) 207-0352 View (380) 207-0352
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Forward Path Counseling of Ohio
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LAC, LISAC, LICDC
Online Only
Accepting NEW Patients in OH, AZ, and MT. We believe you DO NOT need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. Its more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness. Call for a FREE consultation Today!
Accepting NEW Patients in OH, AZ, and MT. We believe you DO NOT need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. Its more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness. Call for a FREE consultation Today!
(614) 300-0275 View (614) 300-0275
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Stephen Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
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.
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.
(216) 350-7358 View (216) 350-7358
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Deborah Devlin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Hello, I am Deborah J. Devlin. I have worked in outpatient settings, in hospitals, on disaster teams, in home-based programs, and overseas for military members and their families. Deborah’s client-centered perspective utilizes tools of motivational interviewing, systems theory, developmental theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy. I hold a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Akron and obtained my master’s degree in community counseling from Malone University.
Hello, I am Deborah J. Devlin. I have worked in outpatient settings, in hospitals, on disaster teams, in home-based programs, and overseas for military members and their families. Deborah’s client-centered perspective utilizes tools of motivational interviewing, systems theory, developmental theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy. I hold a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Akron and obtained my master’s degree in community counseling from Malone University.
(440) 496-7875 View (440) 496-7875
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Sherryl Lindsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, I am Sherryl Lindsey. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I practice in both Colorado and Ohio. I specialize in relationship issues. I am a very passionate therapist who loves to help people overcome their obstacles and challenges in life. My approach consists of a variety of strategies tailored to the issues that you present to me.
Hello, I am Sherryl Lindsey. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I practice in both Colorado and Ohio. I specialize in relationship issues. I am a very passionate therapist who loves to help people overcome their obstacles and challenges in life. My approach consists of a variety of strategies tailored to the issues that you present to me.
(440) 597-5199 View (440) 597-5199
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Tiffany Alexander
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Columbus, OH 43219
Tiffany Alexander earned her master’s degree in counseling from Franciscan University. She is a professional clinical counselor with a supervision designation. She has more than 19 years of experience working with numerous populations including adults, adolescents, and couples in outpatient, inpatient, residential, schools, home-based, and correctional settings. Her areas of expertise include mood, behavior, and anxiety disorders, relationship discord, trauma, and ADHD screenings for youth and adults. She provides individual and couples counseling to adults ages 21-65+.
Tiffany Alexander earned her master’s degree in counseling from Franciscan University. She is a professional clinical counselor with a supervision designation. She has more than 19 years of experience working with numerous populations including adults, adolescents, and couples in outpatient, inpatient, residential, schools, home-based, and correctional settings. Her areas of expertise include mood, behavior, and anxiety disorders, relationship discord, trauma, and ADHD screenings for youth and adults. She provides individual and couples counseling to adults ages 21-65+.
(740) 306-0677 View (740) 306-0677
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Francine Elaine Weil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you struggling in your relationships with others, not getting what you want from them, feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, and powerless to feeling better? I have the tools you need to resolve your problems. Though the thought of therapy can feel scary, I will work with you in a non-judgmental, all accepting, and non-assuming approach. We will work together in a collaborative partnership that clearly identifies what you need and how to get those needs met.
Are you struggling in your relationships with others, not getting what you want from them, feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, and powerless to feeling better? I have the tools you need to resolve your problems. Though the thought of therapy can feel scary, I will work with you in a non-judgmental, all accepting, and non-assuming approach. We will work together in a collaborative partnership that clearly identifies what you need and how to get those needs met.
(513) 902-3451 View (513) 902-3451
LifeStance Health
Counselor, LPCC
Columbus, OH 43219
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(740) 913-3701 View (740) 913-3701
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Barbara Doll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am a licensed independent social worker with a supervisory credential and a LICDC license—Licensed Independent Chemical and Dependency Counselor. My therapy practice is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Choice Theory/ Reality Therapy.
I am a licensed independent social worker with a supervisory credential and a LICDC license—Licensed Independent Chemical and Dependency Counselor. My therapy practice is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Choice Theory/ Reality Therapy.
(440) 636-4702 View (440) 636-4702
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Rachel Roher
Pre-Licensed Professional
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Your experiences deserve an attentive, compassionate witness. My goal in therapy is to sit alongside you in every moment and emotion. We will work together to compile a narrative of your life, attuning to the moments you may have been missed or misunderstood. Along the way, our intention will be to unburden you from the elements of your story that keep you stuck or hold you back from being your most authentic self. We will lean into your strengths, and use them to propel you forward into a brighter, more hopeful future.
Your experiences deserve an attentive, compassionate witness. My goal in therapy is to sit alongside you in every moment and emotion. We will work together to compile a narrative of your life, attuning to the moments you may have been missed or misunderstood. Along the way, our intention will be to unburden you from the elements of your story that keep you stuck or hold you back from being your most authentic self. We will lean into your strengths, and use them to propel you forward into a brighter, more hopeful future.
(380) 600-9675 View (380) 600-9675
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Kim Roschie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Online Only
Hi, I'm Kim, and I want to meet you exactly where you are at. One of my most important jobs as a therapist is to listen to you so I can really understand how you are feeling and what you need to be better than the day before. Life can be lovely and exciting, and hard and sometimes unbearable. We get one chance to journey through life, and I will support you to help you meet your goals.
Hi, I'm Kim, and I want to meet you exactly where you are at. One of my most important jobs as a therapist is to listen to you so I can really understand how you are feeling and what you need to be better than the day before. Life can be lovely and exciting, and hard and sometimes unbearable. We get one chance to journey through life, and I will support you to help you meet your goals.
(614) 423-5302 View (614) 423-5302
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Dixie Hu
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you’re reading this, I congratulate you on your courage and determination to seek help. Authenticity, self-alliance, and curious exploration are the core themes of my therapy. I view well-being holistically from a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens, i.e. your early life upbringing, biology, social relationships, stressful life events, demographics (e.g. culture), conscious and subconscious thought patterns, emotional skills, and society all influence your mental health. In practice, I blend empirically supported treatments with energy / spiritual work and social justice informed by 10 years of training and practice.
If you’re reading this, I congratulate you on your courage and determination to seek help. Authenticity, self-alliance, and curious exploration are the core themes of my therapy. I view well-being holistically from a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens, i.e. your early life upbringing, biology, social relationships, stressful life events, demographics (e.g. culture), conscious and subconscious thought patterns, emotional skills, and society all influence your mental health. In practice, I blend empirically supported treatments with energy / spiritual work and social justice informed by 10 years of training and practice.
(614) 683-3035 View (614) 683-3035
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LifeStance Health
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Columbus, OH 43213
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(380) 268-1008 View (380) 268-1008
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Jennifer A. Smith
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, LCMHC, Coach, CIMHP
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Stressed, anxious, or wondering if hormones are turning your world upside down? It’s tough, but you don’t have to face it on your own. I specialize in helping high-achieving women—including professionals, caregivers, and students—manage anxiety, depression, and burnout during some of life’s most challenging transitions such as menopause. From career stress to midlife changes, I offer a space to slow down, reconnect, and regain clarity. Many of my clients come to me feeling exhausted, irritable, or stuck—especially when hormones start to shift. I suffered for years with burnout and fatigue, I don't want anyone to feel the same.
Stressed, anxious, or wondering if hormones are turning your world upside down? It’s tough, but you don’t have to face it on your own. I specialize in helping high-achieving women—including professionals, caregivers, and students—manage anxiety, depression, and burnout during some of life’s most challenging transitions such as menopause. From career stress to midlife changes, I offer a space to slow down, reconnect, and regain clarity. Many of my clients come to me feeling exhausted, irritable, or stuck—especially when hormones start to shift. I suffered for years with burnout and fatigue, I don't want anyone to feel the same.
(614) 802-5636 View (614) 802-5636
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Holistic Consultation, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
At Holistic Consultation, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, personalized mental health care. Our team of nearly 30 experienced therapists provides innovative support in a safe, welcoming, and collaborative environment. We specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
At Holistic Consultation, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, personalized mental health care. Our team of nearly 30 experienced therapists provides innovative support in a safe, welcoming, and collaborative environment. We specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
(740) 853-4921 View (740) 853-4921
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Peak Performance Hypnosis
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43213
Have you ever known what you needed to do, but didn't do it? You know what you want, and you might even know how to get it, but you just can't seem to make yourself start taking action? I help solve that problem.
Have you ever known what you needed to do, but didn't do it? You know what you want, and you might even know how to get it, but you just can't seem to make yourself start taking action? I help solve that problem.
(614) 918-4515 View (614) 918-4515

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Hoarding Therapists

What is the most effective treatment for hoarding?

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) has been well-studied in the treatment of hoarding. This type of therapy includes changing beliefs surrounding possessions, as well as learning how to discard items and reduce acquisitions. The hoarder may also gain much-needed organizational skills. Another useful therapy may be compassion-focused therapy, which can address emotion regulation and negative self-perception.

How long does therapy for hoarding take?

Although treatment can vary, most people demonstrate improvement after 23 sessions, with some showing improvement after just a few sessions. Researchers have developed a 26-session cognitive behavioral program. People who hoard may need “maintenance” sessions over the years if the problem arises repeatedly.

Are there medications for hoarding?

The more commonly-prescribed medications for hoarding are including antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). This can include drugs such as venlafaxine and paroxetine. And because hoarding disorder is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, medications for OCD, such as clomipramine, may be effective for hoarding as well.

Can hoarding come back after treatment?

Hoarding is a chronic disorder and it can last throughout an individual’s lifetime. Regularly checking in with a psychotherapist can help manage symptoms long-term. A good therapist will help the person learn needed skills including decision-making, organization, and stress reduction. The patient will gain a better perspective and the need to cling to useless items will lessen.