Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Columbus, OH
Are you getting hooked and pulled around by thoughts and feelings? Are you struggling to contact the present moment? Do you want to engage with life and relationships in a way that feels aligned with your values? In today's fast paced (to put it lightly) world, it can be difficult to slow down and listen in for what you really need. Whether you're navigating life transitions, examining the impact of depression and anxiety, or looking to alleviate the influence of post-traumatic stress, therapy is an opportunity to explore your story and it's impact on your life.
Are you getting hooked and pulled around by thoughts and feelings? Are you struggling to contact the present moment? Do you want to engage with life and relationships in a way that feels aligned with your values? In today's fast paced (to put it lightly) world, it can be difficult to slow down and listen in for what you really need. Whether you're navigating life transitions, examining the impact of depression and anxiety, or looking to alleviate the influence of post-traumatic stress, therapy is an opportunity to explore your story and it's impact on your life.
Trauma Therapy Company
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
You’re doing the best you can, and it still feels like somethings missing. You don’t know what that something is but you know when it was taken from you. I know because I’ve been there and I wanna help you. Starting with a new counselor is extremely difficult. I always tell clients that counseling is like a pair of jeans. If they don’t fit right, it will be uncomfortable. I use audio and video based treatment to reduce the impact of adverse life experience to help busy survivors let go of the past and trive in the future. Schedule at free 15 min consultation at traumatherapycompany.com
You’re doing the best you can, and it still feels like somethings missing. You don’t know what that something is but you know when it was taken from you. I know because I’ve been there and I wanna help you. Starting with a new counselor is extremely difficult. I always tell clients that counseling is like a pair of jeans. If they don’t fit right, it will be uncomfortable. I use audio and video based treatment to reduce the impact of adverse life experience to help busy survivors let go of the past and trive in the future. Schedule at free 15 min consultation at traumatherapycompany.com
Rachael Gardner Purdy
Counselor, LCPC, LICDC, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about my work and helping individuals gain insight and understanding in their own challenges, strengths, limits, and abilities. As a proponent of holistic healing, I am working toward the use of yoga, yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching in my practice. My specialties include behavioral and mental health, substance use/abuse/dependence, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma with training in EMDR for difficult cases. From experience, I know, regardless of the difficulties in life, there is always a solution/change which can happen to help you find a positive to every situation -even if is not what you thought.
I am passionate about my work and helping individuals gain insight and understanding in their own challenges, strengths, limits, and abilities. As a proponent of holistic healing, I am working toward the use of yoga, yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching in my practice. My specialties include behavioral and mental health, substance use/abuse/dependence, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma with training in EMDR for difficult cases. From experience, I know, regardless of the difficulties in life, there is always a solution/change which can happen to help you find a positive to every situation -even if is not what you thought.
I am an experienced clinician, with 20 years in private practice. My work is an essential way for me to experience meaning and connection. I am honored to do it. My mode of practice is psychodynamic with eclectic influences including integrating eastern and western thought, mindfulness, compassion, and meaning. My personal style is warm, clear, and straightforward. I consider therapy to be a partnership with the client. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to gain insight, to create mindfulness and calm in you life, to build coping skills, and to make practical, manageable changes as needed.
I am an experienced clinician, with 20 years in private practice. My work is an essential way for me to experience meaning and connection. I am honored to do it. My mode of practice is psychodynamic with eclectic influences including integrating eastern and western thought, mindfulness, compassion, and meaning. My personal style is warm, clear, and straightforward. I consider therapy to be a partnership with the client. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to gain insight, to create mindfulness and calm in you life, to build coping skills, and to make practical, manageable changes as needed.
Sometimes life feels unmanageable. We try to reach our goals; however, encounter numerous obstacles. I believe we all have the power to progress, change, and grow. Sometimes talking with a professional helps to clarify the next step in that journey. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I will work with you to explore your feelings, identify challenges to your ongoing success, clearly define your goals, and develop a plan to move forward. My approach is holistic, open, honest, and direct. Clients will be welcomed with an empathetic and respectful environment where you will receive support and encouragement.
Sometimes life feels unmanageable. We try to reach our goals; however, encounter numerous obstacles. I believe we all have the power to progress, change, and grow. Sometimes talking with a professional helps to clarify the next step in that journey. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I will work with you to explore your feelings, identify challenges to your ongoing success, clearly define your goals, and develop a plan to move forward. My approach is holistic, open, honest, and direct. Clients will be welcomed with an empathetic and respectful environment where you will receive support and encouragement.
My name is Stacy and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in sexual issues and sexuality, sexual health concerns, sexual pain, and alternative family structures. I have advanced training in sex therapy from The University of Michigan's Sexual Health Certificate Program in Sex Therapy. My true passion is to assist couples and individuals in improving issues related to intimacy, sexuality, pleasure, communication, and self-esteem. I believe that a good sex life can occur within a loving and intimate relationship and these are important factors to living a satisfying life.
My name is Stacy and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in sexual issues and sexuality, sexual health concerns, sexual pain, and alternative family structures. I have advanced training in sex therapy from The University of Michigan's Sexual Health Certificate Program in Sex Therapy. My true passion is to assist couples and individuals in improving issues related to intimacy, sexuality, pleasure, communication, and self-esteem. I believe that a good sex life can occur within a loving and intimate relationship and these are important factors to living a satisfying life.
Marissa Patsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43202 (Online Only)
Supporting growth in self-awareness helps us lean into who we are, accept ourselves, and look at growth edges that may be painful or scary. As a therapist, I encourage my clients to achieve better ways of engaging with problems of living and improve personal well-being by expanding self-awareness and developing interpersonal communication skills. I practice from a clinical, Gestalt-oriented, developmental lens with evidence-based approaches, to support clients where they are and as they engage in the therapeutic process.
Supporting growth in self-awareness helps us lean into who we are, accept ourselves, and look at growth edges that may be painful or scary. As a therapist, I encourage my clients to achieve better ways of engaging with problems of living and improve personal well-being by expanding self-awareness and developing interpersonal communication skills. I practice from a clinical, Gestalt-oriented, developmental lens with evidence-based approaches, to support clients where they are and as they engage in the therapeutic process.
Miguel Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43201 (Online Only)
Something is not feeling right or going the way you would like it to in your life. Maybe its depression or anxiety, a relationship that has gone sour, maybe you feel stuck or confused, lost or just plain not content with how things are going. You would like a change, a goal to be reached, or to better understand yourself. I believe I can help with these types of challenges and more. Being a therapist is not just a job to me. The relationship of client and therapist gives me a feeling of profound awe and respect. I love my job and I love that maybe, just maybe, I can help you embody the change you are seeking.
Something is not feeling right or going the way you would like it to in your life. Maybe its depression or anxiety, a relationship that has gone sour, maybe you feel stuck or confused, lost or just plain not content with how things are going. You would like a change, a goal to be reached, or to better understand yourself. I believe I can help with these types of challenges and more. Being a therapist is not just a job to me. The relationship of client and therapist gives me a feeling of profound awe and respect. I love my job and I love that maybe, just maybe, I can help you embody the change you are seeking.
I am a transfeminine, queer, and neurodivergent therapist. I specialize in helping people navigate neurodivergent, transgender, and queer identities, as well as the barriers that come with these identities. If you hold one of these identities or you are questioning, you're likely experiencing feelings of doubt, shame, loneliness, or fear. You might feel stuck and unable see the path forward. You may feel that a more authentic version of yourself is out of reach. If so, you and I will likely be a good fit to explore steps forward. Steps towards self-exploration, self-confidence, and even self-love.
I am a transfeminine, queer, and neurodivergent therapist. I specialize in helping people navigate neurodivergent, transgender, and queer identities, as well as the barriers that come with these identities. If you hold one of these identities or you are questioning, you're likely experiencing feelings of doubt, shame, loneliness, or fear. You might feel stuck and unable see the path forward. You may feel that a more authentic version of yourself is out of reach. If so, you and I will likely be a good fit to explore steps forward. Steps towards self-exploration, self-confidence, and even self-love.
My mission as a therapist is to help anyone who feels discouraged, uncertain, unheard, isolated, or even overwhelmed work through these difficult life experiences. Far too often, we feel the crushing weight of insecurity and disempowerment often brought on by depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and relationship issues. To offer ourselves healing in this life, we are called upon to mend the wounds that are both challenging and scary to confront. As you begin your path of empowerment, allow me to walk alongside you to work together to bring change, acceptance, and light into your life.
My mission as a therapist is to help anyone who feels discouraged, uncertain, unheard, isolated, or even overwhelmed work through these difficult life experiences. Far too often, we feel the crushing weight of insecurity and disempowerment often brought on by depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and relationship issues. To offer ourselves healing in this life, we are called upon to mend the wounds that are both challenging and scary to confront. As you begin your path of empowerment, allow me to walk alongside you to work together to bring change, acceptance, and light into your life.
Do you ever feel stuck? Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, self-doubt, or identity? I approach counseling from a perspective of collaboration, and believe in meeting people where they are. I seek to create an inclusive, nonjudgmental space that facilitates change. My experience working with diverse populations across different backgrounds has equipped me with cultural humility and open-mindedness. I am also proud to be an Asian American in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Do you ever feel stuck? Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, self-doubt, or identity? I approach counseling from a perspective of collaboration, and believe in meeting people where they are. I seek to create an inclusive, nonjudgmental space that facilitates change. My experience working with diverse populations across different backgrounds has equipped me with cultural humility and open-mindedness. I am also proud to be an Asian American in the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43212
Waitlist for new clients
Reaching out for counseling can be scary or intimidating. It can also be challenging to find the right "fit" with a therapist. I hope to offer a place where clients can feel seen, heard, and appreciated. Seeking counseling can help you make sense of your past, present, and your future. If you are feeling down, anxious, lost, or just off and your current coping skills aren't working, starting therapy might be a good next step.
Reaching out for counseling can be scary or intimidating. It can also be challenging to find the right "fit" with a therapist. I hope to offer a place where clients can feel seen, heard, and appreciated. Seeking counseling can help you make sense of your past, present, and your future. If you are feeling down, anxious, lost, or just off and your current coping skills aren't working, starting therapy might be a good next step.
Stefani Goerlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW-C, LCSW, LISW, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43085
It’s hard to tell someone else your deepest secrets. The truth about your inner voice, your desires, your struggling relationship. You’re left feeling alienated and unsure if you will ever find the kind of true connection that you crave. You know deep inside that relationships and intimacy are meant to be wonderful…but something is holding you back: Fear of rejection. Fear of judgement. Fear of not being enough. Fear of not knowing what to do. Fear of being alone. I'm here to help with this sense of disconnection and despair. I believe we all deserve to love and be loved- and especially, to love ourselves.
It’s hard to tell someone else your deepest secrets. The truth about your inner voice, your desires, your struggling relationship. You’re left feeling alienated and unsure if you will ever find the kind of true connection that you crave. You know deep inside that relationships and intimacy are meant to be wonderful…but something is holding you back: Fear of rejection. Fear of judgement. Fear of not being enough. Fear of not knowing what to do. Fear of being alone. I'm here to help with this sense of disconnection and despair. I believe we all deserve to love and be loved- and especially, to love ourselves.
Jared Fuson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
I am a master’s level therapist who is independently licensed in two states: Ohio (LPCC) & Tennessee (LPC-MHSP). I have 12 years of counseling experience in many different facets of behavioral health. I tailor your treatment plans to your current needs. Utilization of tele-therapy sessions with frequency discussed throughout the process: weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly options available. I understands that this process can be difficult and wants to make things as easy and comfortable for the client as possible. Accepts private pay options as well as insurance through SonderMind and HeadWay.
I am a master’s level therapist who is independently licensed in two states: Ohio (LPCC) & Tennessee (LPC-MHSP). I have 12 years of counseling experience in many different facets of behavioral health. I tailor your treatment plans to your current needs. Utilization of tele-therapy sessions with frequency discussed throughout the process: weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly options available. I understands that this process can be difficult and wants to make things as easy and comfortable for the client as possible. Accepts private pay options as well as insurance through SonderMind and HeadWay.
I am now accepting LPC supervisees, as well as new clients. I am passionate about helping others find unique and creative solutions to problems. I believe in the ability to utilize art and craft as a way of both coping with and processing these challenges and traumas, along side traditional talk therapy. I am supportive of lifestyles outside of the "normative" culture, and see the beauty in these differences. Understanding the way our personal core values interact with the values of the world around us gives us the opportunity to feel safe and secure in our decisions and actions.
I am now accepting LPC supervisees, as well as new clients. I am passionate about helping others find unique and creative solutions to problems. I believe in the ability to utilize art and craft as a way of both coping with and processing these challenges and traumas, along side traditional talk therapy. I am supportive of lifestyles outside of the "normative" culture, and see the beauty in these differences. Understanding the way our personal core values interact with the values of the world around us gives us the opportunity to feel safe and secure in our decisions and actions.
Rachael is passionate about empowering individuals to learn the tools to build healthier relationships with themselves and others, as well as teaching strong coping and mood management skills.
Rachael is passionate about empowering individuals to learn the tools to build healthier relationships with themselves and others, as well as teaching strong coping and mood management skills.
Sarah A. Lawn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43221
I am passionate about providing trauma informed services to individuals, especially those who work in a helping professions/caretaker role and/or are neurodivergent. I can assist with managing burnout, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue. I strive to provide neurodiversity affirming services. My therapeutic style is warm and encouraging of each clients’ strengths. My aim is always for clients to feel empowered, confident, and organized. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, neurodiversity, and life transitions.
I am passionate about providing trauma informed services to individuals, especially those who work in a helping professions/caretaker role and/or are neurodivergent. I can assist with managing burnout, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue. I strive to provide neurodiversity affirming services. My therapeutic style is warm and encouraging of each clients’ strengths. My aim is always for clients to feel empowered, confident, and organized. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, neurodiversity, and life transitions.
I offer in-person and telehealth sessions. I am here to help others reach their personal goals while providing a warm and judgement free environment. My eclectic approach is flexible and meets the person where there at, while matching the symptoms and disorders to the treatment approach. I help individuals identify specific struggles in their life. My experience has helped clients regulate emotions, and work through issues and struggles while providing tools to facilitate healing. I value a client counselor relationship.
I offer in-person and telehealth sessions. I am here to help others reach their personal goals while providing a warm and judgement free environment. My eclectic approach is flexible and meets the person where there at, while matching the symptoms and disorders to the treatment approach. I help individuals identify specific struggles in their life. My experience has helped clients regulate emotions, and work through issues and struggles while providing tools to facilitate healing. I value a client counselor relationship.
Asia Place
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, CDCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
While I am the trained and skilled professional of mental health treatment, I believe that my clients are the experts of themselves. Therefore, I trust that we need to bring our expertise together to collaborate on how we are going to help you to move closer to your own goals and values. I provide a non-judgmental and safe environment where I teach a lot of skills/coping tools and provide a lot of education. I am looking forward to meeting you and helping you transform and thrive! Taking NEW clients January 2025 for day-time!
While I am the trained and skilled professional of mental health treatment, I believe that my clients are the experts of themselves. Therefore, I trust that we need to bring our expertise together to collaborate on how we are going to help you to move closer to your own goals and values. I provide a non-judgmental and safe environment where I teach a lot of skills/coping tools and provide a lot of education. I am looking forward to meeting you and helping you transform and thrive! Taking NEW clients January 2025 for day-time!
Katie Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43201 (Online Only)
As an inclusive gender affirming therapist in Ohio, I help clients who are experiencing gender dysphoria, anxiety, self-criticism and shame, who are wanting to challenge their inner critic, deconstruct shame, and show compassion toward every part of themselves. I've witnessed the pain that shame causes, as well as the healing power of strengthening self-compassion and developing shame resilience. There are many different reasons we experience shame, but it leads to feelings of worthlessness, low self-esteem, fear of vulnerability, anxiety, and countless other difficult emotions. If any of these resonated with you, you are not alone.
As an inclusive gender affirming therapist in Ohio, I help clients who are experiencing gender dysphoria, anxiety, self-criticism and shame, who are wanting to challenge their inner critic, deconstruct shame, and show compassion toward every part of themselves. I've witnessed the pain that shame causes, as well as the healing power of strengthening self-compassion and developing shame resilience. There are many different reasons we experience shame, but it leads to feelings of worthlessness, low self-esteem, fear of vulnerability, anxiety, and countless other difficult emotions. If any of these resonated with you, you are not alone.
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