Parenting Therapists in Columbus, OH

Are you a parent trying to navigate life while dealing with your own unhealed traumas? Are you a single parent trying to navigate the work/life balance of appointments, after school activities, social life and school? Do you have a child who is struggling in school or at home, and trying to navigate the world of mental health, school policies and maintaining a sense of self is becoming overwhelming? Did you came from a dysfunctional family and now your trying to break those generational curses with your own family and it seems to causes more problems than help? Let me tell you I have been there, and help and support is here for you.

Relationships are powerful forces. They can sometimes seem difficult to navigate in our busy lives. When life gets hectic we tend to focus our priorities on everything else; forgetting that those close to us may feel the brunt of strong emotions we project. Would you benefit from leaving the auto pilot of your day to day life and reflecting on your role in the relationships you treasure the most? You may feel that your many roles: parent , partner, co worker, and friend leave you feeling exhausted. Let's navigate those relationships together; creating healthy ways to take care of yourself and better connect to those around you.

Taking care of yourself is the best way to care for others. Thank you for taking the first step in caring for yourself by seeking therapy. I believe in approaching your needs and goals through collaboration, non-judgement and insight. This means being honest and being motivated to change. I strive to help those who find themselves struggling with issues related to anxiety, parenting , depression, relationships and boundaries.

I have over 5 years of experience with individual, family and group therapy.

Women and adolescents work through anxiety, panic disorders, depression, postpartum, overwhelm, relationship concerns, and parenting difficulties, in a comfortable environment with an experienced licensed professional clinical counselor! Calisa Nickelson has been assisting women on "women's issues" for over eighteen years! Stress reduction, feelings of overwhelm, confusion, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and life transitions are specialties in this practice! I provide the clarification and direction women, mothers, and adolescents need for personal acceptance, growth, goal clarification, and family health. I am a certified cognitive behavioral therapist and also embrace holistic techniques of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation training.

I provide empirically-supported psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. My work is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion. My areas of specialization include anxiety spectrum disorders, with particular emphasis on OCD and parenting management, particularly for children with anxiety and behavioral dysregulation.

My clients struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral and parenting issues. They want to create solutions to these issues and find ways to cope in order to enjoy life to their fullest capability.

** Only Sunday availability** My name is Ashley Howard, and I am the owner of Ashley Nicole Counseling Services. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who provides teletherapy services to young adults and adults. I am available for in-person sessions on Sunday's only. Clinically, I am most successful working with individuals who are looking to work on relationship issues (peer, family, romantic, parent -child, work, etc), anxiety, depression, and parenting struggles. I enjoy helping clients identify their goals, develop skills to work toward those goals, and feel more confident in their own abilities.

The journey through life's stages is exciting, though it is inevitably accompanied by some difficult challenges. Therapy can provide insight and support to make tough times more manageable. I specialize in providing therapy to children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise primarily lies in working with issues related to trauma, anxiety, low self esteem, and parenting . I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy. In addition, I provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) services. I offer therapy in English and Spanish. I see traditional and non-traditional clients.

Parenting , especially during this pandemic, can be exhausting, frustrating, and extremely difficult. Sometimes it feels like a thankless job that you cannot quit. Having a child who does not listen to you, screams for hours or acts up at school can be embarrassing and disappointing. Seeing your loving child change into a moody teen who stays in their room and refuses to interact with you can feel like you are living with a stranger.

Are you juggling your needs with your role as a parent or care giver? Maybe your sense of self has been overshadowed by the demands of your role. If you are in a care giving role, it is especially difficult to reach out for help. I have experience and interest in supporting caregivers and family members of persons struggling with life transitions, mental and physical illness. Counseling offers focused support to navigate life's challenges. You can find new ways to reduce stress, explore self care, and maintain healthy boundaries with the people you love.

I am a licensed independent social worker that works with children, teens and families dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, and disruptive behavior/ parenting concerns. I primarily employ the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) model. The CBT model recognizes that your thoughts, feelings and behavior are interconnected and that focused effort to change these three things can ultimately change the way you live your life.

My therapist taught me how to love myself—and by extension, my life partner, my kids, and everyone else! It is possible, no matter where you're starting from, to have less inner conflict, less outer conflict, and more love, peace, calm, and creativity in your life. And if you’re a woman with ADHD, I can help with that too. Your life doesn’t have to feel chaotic, and you don’t have to call yourself names (lazy, careless, stupid) to get things done. Whether I see you one-on-one or with an important other, I will meet you with compassion, hope, and acceptance. Because we all deserve not just to survive, but to thrive.

Are you or a loved one failing to thrive in or out of the classroom? Do you have questions about anxiety, adhd, autism, learning disabilities, or giftedness? Are you seeking answers to the academic, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges you or your loved one face? Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s ability to keep up in class, a teenager attempting to navigate relationships at school, or a college student striving for balance on campus, it’s essential you know change is possible. As a private practice school psychologist, I provide counseling, parent coaching, consultation, and evaluations.

Dr. Salmen's approach to therapy is one that places great value on the therapeutic relationship. When a strong and trusting working relationship is built, clients are able to feel safe to express themselves, share their fears, celebrate their successes, and set important and attainable goals. Dr. Salmen's therapeutic style is a blend of techniques, which can be tailored to fit each client's unique needs. These techniques include psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and interpersonal and relational approaches.

It is my call in life to create a safe place to learn why you think or behave the way you do...To learn tools and skills to deal with your negative thoughts and any destructive behaviors. We can all learn to establish healthy, positive relationships. My goal is to provide a warm, safe, inviting environment where your thoughts, actions and feelings can be explored. Throughout the counseling process there would be an opportunity to be empowered so you can reach your goals and establish a sense of well being.

*I am not taking new clients at this time* Strongly influenced by Jungian Depth Psychology and Eastern spiritual traditions, I strive to create an environment where honest self-exploration can occur. I act as a mirror, held before you so that you can see yourself more clearly. I bear witness to your experience and examine with you how to create balance and meaning in your life. I try to make it easier for you to talk, explore solutions, and make changes. I am able to address diverse issues with clients, including: depression, anxiety, trauma, the midlife transition, parenting , grief/loss, relationships, self-esteem and body image.

I believe that positive relationships are the most powerful agent of healing. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, body image, life transitions, or a history of trauma such as physical or sexual abuse or neglect, we will work together to strengthen your relationship with your therapist, the people around you, and ultimately yourself. I use a warm, person-centered approach to help you feel that I am your partner in reaching your goals.

I'm both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Special Education Intervention Specialist. I've been teaching in the K-12 public system for 18 years, which gives me a unique perspective when addressing a child's emotional/behavioral concerns. While I counsel children individually, the therapeutic process is a family affair. By aligning with your family -- not as a director, but as a partner, collaborator and coach -- we can work as a team, along with school staff, to develop an effective strategy to address issues with disruptive behavior, academics, relationships, identity, and family conflicts.