Self Esteem Therapists in Columbus, OH

I strongly believe in the strength, courage, and power of each individual to reach their fullest potential. My ideal client is motivated and open to learning that they do not have to live in their suffering. I love working with individuals who are mired down by anxiety and are seeking a better way to cope. We have many tools that can be utilized including hypnosis, guided imagery, relaxation techniques, CBT and many others. In addition, I have a passion for working with Women and Women's issues of self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety issues/IBS, weight issues, assertiveness skill building, boundary setting and transitions.

Since 2003 I have been working with adults and high school adolescents to help improve their daily quality of life. The majority of my clientele seek support for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, relationship counseling, grief counseling, self-esteem, as well as general life stressors.

Brene Brown wrote, "Every time we choose courage, we make everyone around us a little better & the world a little braver." I'm a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC-S) in Ohio. I obtained my M.Div in 2005 at Western Theological Seminary in Michigan & spent 6 years as an Associate Pastor in Worthington, Ohio. I further obtained my MA in Counseling at Methodist Theological School in Ohio in 2011 & began work in counseling in June 2012 at the Center for Balanced Living in Columbus, Ohio. My therapeutic approach stems from work with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, CBT and Source Therapy. I am also trained in EMDR practice.

My ideal client is prepared to initiate changes in their life to promote wellness. They are prepared to process internal and external contributors to their mood, discuss options for improvement, and practice healthier skills that will assist in achieving their personal goals. My ideal client is internally motivated and desires emotional balance from concerns such as anxiety, depression, impaired self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. They arrive to treatment with goals in mind, and will actively work to experience relief of distressing symptoms.

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.

My ideal client is prepared to initiate changes in their life to promote wellness. They are prepared to process internal and external contributors to their mood, discuss options for improvement, and practice healthier skills that will assist in achieving their personal goals. My ideal client is internally motivated and desires emotional balance from concerns such as anxiety, depression, impaired self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. They arrive to treatment with goals in mind, and will actively work to experience relief of distressing symptoms.

Are you tired of feeling bad about yourself, being your own worst critic, feeling stuck, anxious and/or depressed? I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to begin to change how you see yourself, improve how you feel and move forward in your life. I offer virtual therapy sessions, including virtual EMDR, as well as Life Coaching sessions. I am licensed in Ohio and Kentucky.

Are you stuck, unable to move forward in your life? I believe that we as human beings are resilient, and that, when we find ourselves stuck unable to move forward in our lives, it's important to seek guidance outside our ourselves to unravel and break free from whatever is blocking our inner light. I work with children, teens and adult women age 4-40 struggling to cope with PTSD, anxiety, depression, phase of life adjustments and transitions, self esteem and self confidence issues, self sabotaging behaviors and emotion regulation difficulties.

If you have adult ADHD, you likely know about struggles with distraction, managing your time, overwhelming emotions, and difficulty getting things done. You may even be trying to compensate with perfectionism, overworking, or avoiding stressful things completely. You’re tired of feeling like life is messy, and even more tired of the impact that feeling scattered has on your self-esteem. You long to feel more understood, to build confidence, and to follow through on your commitments. To get a solid grasp on life.

My passion is to help adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties due to past trauma or current life stressors. My aim is to instill hope that change is possible and assist in making that change happen. I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel comfortable talking about their concerns openly and freely.

I am the Executive Director at Associates in Family Care and am a licensed professional clinical counselor with supervisor status. I offer professional counseling to individuals. I see adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, OCD, and bi-polar issues and more. I look forward to supporting you as you work through the problems that life has brought you.

Do you feel worthless, not good enough and insecure? To everyone else you appear happy & have yourself together. If they only knew how much strength it is taking for you to put a smile on your face each day. You look in the mirror & think you don’t deserve happiness, because all you are used to is disappointment & pain. You experience a sharp tightness in your chest & it feels like a ton of bricks weighing you down. Your mind seems cloudy due to your thoughts racing, screaming at you that you’re not good enough. You blame yourself for your past & feel you deserved being hurt. You don't feel beautiful and fear steps in your way.

On our path in life we often find ourselves struggling with certain issues. Sometime these issues have a negative effect on our self-esteem, self-worth and self-image which prevent us from achieving our dreams and goals we. No matter what you may be struggling with there is a solution and together we can work together to achieve it. I provide a very down to earth, honest, strength-based approach that enables you to take the lead in your therapy. I offer support, guidance and the accountability necessary for you to achieve your goals. Together we will create a plan that provides you with the tools and confidence for success.

I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, and adults as they walk through life. I believe in empowering clients through play and traditional talk therapy to enhance their strengths, so that they feel equipped in the midst of their personal and relational challenges. I’m passionate about my work and consider it an honor to come alongside clients in the process of healing. I strive to support the emotional and developmental needs of all clients. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, communication, problem solving, stress management, anger management, and grief/loss.