Trauma Focused Therapists in Columbus, OH

Life can have a variety of challenges that can make us feel stuck. Whether it is current stressors or past events, sometimes we need help. I work with many concerns including depression, anxiety, dissociation, trauma and difficulty in relationships. I believe my role is to offer exploration through tools, curiosity and support to move towards healing. I held trauma focused positions, including supporting survivors of sexual assault and adult survivors of childhood trauma. I have a passion for working with queer folks, nonbinary folks, and trans individuals.

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.

I have provided clinical counseling, advocacy, and case management services, with a specialization in trauma. I also have experience working with individuals and families, providing parenting strategies and support, as well as exploring healthy relationship skills. I utilize Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (for children and adolescents), and EMDR. I focus on the existing strengths of my clients and encourage the use of those strengths to work toward identified goals. Empathy, compassion, integrity, and service drive my interactions with clients.

Currently accepting new clients (evenings and weekends). I know that finding the right therapist could be overwhelming, but allow me to help you in this process that is very important for you. I believe that the connection and collaboration with your therapist is one important piece in a good therapeutic alliance. It is important for me that you feel heard and that you can work toward your personal goals. I am a Bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist offering teletherapy for teens and adults. I work with people that are experiencing relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, life transitions, low self esteem and grief.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Miami University and a Master's degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University. I previously worked at Nationwide Children's Hospital providing outpatient therapy to children, adolescents and their families.

Stephanie K. Starks, LISW-S, is a therapist and owner of Starks Counseling & Consultation Services, LLC . She 20 years of experience providing trauma-focused therapy. The goal at Starks Counseling is to provide “hope and healing” in a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. She and her staff do this by empowering their clients with the knowledge, skills and confidence to be active participants in their own healing, as they believe that they are all simply vessels in which to help facilitate the healing process.

Greetings, my name is Barbara Thomas. I received my Social Work undergraduate degree from Cleveland State University and my graduate degree from The Ohio State University in Social Work, with a Business Administration focus. I have worked in a variety of community settings including Home Base Services, hospitals, residential and virtual locations. I have serviced children, teens, adults, and older adults also known as the Geriatric population experiencing homelessness, alcohol and drug addiction, COVID-19, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, depression, and more. I have provided therapeutic services with the following treatment modalities:

Are you tired, stressed, filled with anxiety or wanting to move forward from past experiences? My job is to help individuals gain a better understanding of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I believe that every distressing or wounding experience deserves time, space and a safe place to heal. I provide evidence-base treatment using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help you move forward from past experiences, manage emotions and reduce your overall mental health symptoms. My services are for students struggling with PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, rela

If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual, physical or emotional abuse, anger management, marital and family conflict, job related stress, I am confident that in a strong therapeutic collaboration with me, your treatment goals will be met. I use a client centered approach with the understanding that for successful therapy the client needs to have active participation in developing treatment goals. I conduct a thorough bio-psycho social assessment and make every effort to understand my clients' issues from their perspectives. I am certified in EMDR for treating trauma, depresson and OCD. I am also certified in TF-CBT.

My goal as your therapist is to provide the best service I can through a personally tailored approach. I’ve had the privilege of working with people navigating various stages of life to improve their overall mental health. Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better outcomes.   Thriving instead of just surviving. I am a strong believer in meeting those I serve where they are.  Whether you are experiencing loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, a life transition, parent-child challenges, family conflict, stress or need a sounding board, I am here to be a support.