Trauma Focused Therapists in Columbus, OH
Queer-affirming therapist in Ohio, Illinois, and DC. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to fit each person I encounter. In general, I favor a relational approach that emphasizes attachment. I understand how our earliest experiences and relationships can shape us, and I am deeply interested in what your early experiences and relationships taught you about the world. I also draw from third wave CBT modalities in order to assist you in unlearning those early lessons when needed. In this way, you can feel free to reshape living strategies which helped you to survive your past, but which are no longer serving you.
Queer-affirming therapist in Ohio, Illinois, and DC. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to fit each person I encounter. In general, I favor a relational approach that emphasizes attachment. I understand how our earliest experiences and relationships can shape us, and I am deeply interested in what your early experiences and relationships taught you about the world. I also draw from third wave CBT modalities in order to assist you in unlearning those early lessons when needed. In this way, you can feel free to reshape living strategies which helped you to survive your past, but which are no longer serving you.
I’m a queer, sex‑positive therapist who centers LGBTQIA+ folks, women, nonbinary and trans people in individual and relationship therapy. I’m a good fit if you’re unpacking sexual shame, navigating pelvic pain or chronic illness and sex, exploring your desire or orientation, or trying to make polyamory feel less chaotic and more secure. Together we’ll notice how culture, trauma, and power have shaped your story and build more self‑compassion, choice, and pleasure in how you relate to your body and the people you love. My goal is to offer a brave, playful space where you can be fully yourself and practice new ways of relating.
I’m a queer, sex‑positive therapist who centers LGBTQIA+ folks, women, nonbinary and trans people in individual and relationship therapy. I’m a good fit if you’re unpacking sexual shame, navigating pelvic pain or chronic illness and sex, exploring your desire or orientation, or trying to make polyamory feel less chaotic and more secure. Together we’ll notice how culture, trauma, and power have shaped your story and build more self‑compassion, choice, and pleasure in how you relate to your body and the people you love. My goal is to offer a brave, playful space where you can be fully yourself and practice new ways of relating.
I like how Buddhist monks talk about sorrow and suffering. They say we can't avoid sorrow. Others will hurt us, we will hurt others, and we will hurt ourselves. Thinking about sorrow helps me when I can't understand why life is so hard.
Suffering, on the other hand, is optional. It can be reduced. We can improve our relationships in the world. We can improve our self-esteem. We can accept the sorrow in life. Thinking about suffering helps when I need to find the beauty in things. It helps me find courage.
I like how Buddhist monks talk about sorrow and suffering. They say we can't avoid sorrow. Others will hurt us, we will hurt others, and we will hurt ourselves. Thinking about sorrow helps me when I can't understand why life is so hard.
Suffering, on the other hand, is optional. It can be reduced. We can improve our relationships in the world. We can improve our self-esteem. We can accept the sorrow in life. Thinking about suffering helps when I need to find the beauty in things. It helps me find courage.
I am a licensed independent social worker, LISW. I have been practicing in the social work field for 20 years. I have worked with many populations including, children, adults and older adults. I specialize working with children, teens, adults, older adults and individuals who have been diagnosed with anxiety, phobias, depression, personality disorders, PTSD and bipolar disorders.
I am a licensed independent social worker, LISW. I have been practicing in the social work field for 20 years. I have worked with many populations including, children, adults and older adults. I specialize working with children, teens, adults, older adults and individuals who have been diagnosed with anxiety, phobias, depression, personality disorders, PTSD and bipolar disorders.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, and hopeless? You are not alone and don’t have to navigate these challenges by yourself. We all need help at some point in our lives. I believe that you have within you the capacity to heal, grow, and find peace within your life. My role is to walk alongside you, in a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to help you uncover this capacity and who you truly are underneath the pain. Individuals see me for a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and stress management.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, and hopeless? You are not alone and don’t have to navigate these challenges by yourself. We all need help at some point in our lives. I believe that you have within you the capacity to heal, grow, and find peace within your life. My role is to walk alongside you, in a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to help you uncover this capacity and who you truly are underneath the pain. Individuals see me for a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and stress management.
Regardless of where you might find yourself in life today, you deserve a chance to pursue a path to growth, peace, and transformation. I consider it an honor to accompany my clients as they explore where they are, where they have come from, and where they would like to go. As a counselor, I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you to come as you are. Through compassionate care and attention, I will help you identify strengths you can draw on to author, or re-author, your story.
Regardless of where you might find yourself in life today, you deserve a chance to pursue a path to growth, peace, and transformation. I consider it an honor to accompany my clients as they explore where they are, where they have come from, and where they would like to go. As a counselor, I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you to come as you are. Through compassionate care and attention, I will help you identify strengths you can draw on to author, or re-author, your story.
I believe that as people we are motivated by connection and relationships. Therapy can be a great way to explore what a healthy and collaborative relationship can be like, which can then be translated to behaviors in your daily life. I also invite discussions of identity, culture, and oppression, and how each may impact your lived experience. My aspiration is to walk alongside you in your counseling journey, tailoring sessions and interventions to help you meet your goals.
I believe that as people we are motivated by connection and relationships. Therapy can be a great way to explore what a healthy and collaborative relationship can be like, which can then be translated to behaviors in your daily life. I also invite discussions of identity, culture, and oppression, and how each may impact your lived experience. My aspiration is to walk alongside you in your counseling journey, tailoring sessions and interventions to help you meet your goals.
I completed my undergraduate studies at Ohio Wesleyan University and graduate studies at the University of Dayton, both of which gave me the education to offer an open-minded, LGBTQIA+ friendly experience in counseling that also recognizes the client’s cultural background(s) and oppressions. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing concerns around sexual/gender identity, a diagnosis with a chronic illness, life stage changes, interpersonal relationships, and the shame/guilt that can be associated with religious trauma.
I completed my undergraduate studies at Ohio Wesleyan University and graduate studies at the University of Dayton, both of which gave me the education to offer an open-minded, LGBTQIA+ friendly experience in counseling that also recognizes the client’s cultural background(s) and oppressions. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing concerns around sexual/gender identity, a diagnosis with a chronic illness, life stage changes, interpersonal relationships, and the shame/guilt that can be associated with religious trauma.
Therapy isn't just about managing symptoms, its about fostering growth—the process where healing leads to a deeper sense of resilience, self-compassion, and personal meaning. My work focuses on Stabilization: Building a "toolbox" of grounding techniques to help you feel safe in your body and manage intense emotions in the present moment. Safety, revisiting and making sense of difficult experiences so they no longer hold the same power over your daily life, and Integration: Moving forward with a reclaimed sense of self, where your history is a part of your story but no longer the script for your future.
Therapy isn't just about managing symptoms, its about fostering growth—the process where healing leads to a deeper sense of resilience, self-compassion, and personal meaning. My work focuses on Stabilization: Building a "toolbox" of grounding techniques to help you feel safe in your body and manage intense emotions in the present moment. Safety, revisiting and making sense of difficult experiences so they no longer hold the same power over your daily life, and Integration: Moving forward with a reclaimed sense of self, where your history is a part of your story but no longer the script for your future.
I have immediate availability for Couples/Relationship Therapy and Family Therapy only!
I am a queer, Indigenous, neurodivergent therapist with an actively engaged, honest, and collaborative approach rooted in Relational Life Therapy. You can expect direct feedback, real tools that work, and a co-created path to help you communicate better, repair what’s broken, and reconnect in meaningful, lasting ways. If you’re ready for lasting change we can get there, together.
Finding the right therapist matters. Let’s connect for a free 15-minute virtual consult to see if my approach fits what you need. I do my best to reply quickly!
I have immediate availability for Couples/Relationship Therapy and Family Therapy only!
I am a queer, Indigenous, neurodivergent therapist with an actively engaged, honest, and collaborative approach rooted in Relational Life Therapy. You can expect direct feedback, real tools that work, and a co-created path to help you communicate better, repair what’s broken, and reconnect in meaningful, lasting ways. If you’re ready for lasting change we can get there, together.
Finding the right therapist matters. Let’s connect for a free 15-minute virtual consult to see if my approach fits what you need. I do my best to reply quickly!
Amy Hauer - ADHD, Autistic, AuDHD, Gifted Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Online Only
You've tried therapy and something essential kept getting missed — because the approach was built for a different kind of brain. Maybe you were never diagnosed. Maybe you were, but weren't given the right strategies for your ADHD, Autistic, or AuDHD self. Maybe no clinician has ever accounted for the intensity and complexity of life as a gifted adult, the gap between how capable you appear and how much everything actually costs. I'm an ADHD therapist with nearly 20 years working with neurodivergent adults. Managing isn't the same as living. You know that — and some part of you has never stopped looking for something better.
You've tried therapy and something essential kept getting missed — because the approach was built for a different kind of brain. Maybe you were never diagnosed. Maybe you were, but weren't given the right strategies for your ADHD, Autistic, or AuDHD self. Maybe no clinician has ever accounted for the intensity and complexity of life as a gifted adult, the gap between how capable you appear and how much everything actually costs. I'm an ADHD therapist with nearly 20 years working with neurodivergent adults. Managing isn't the same as living. You know that — and some part of you has never stopped looking for something better.
Navigating life's constant challenges can be overwhelming - after all, we were never given a playbook for these things. We were never taught a step by step guide for how to manage all of the stressors our world throws at us. Yet, we often expect ourselves to have life figured out, and that just isn't fair. I am passionate about helping my clients learn the tools to navigate the most confusing, difficult, and possibly traumatic times of their life and I believe everyone deserves to feel as though they are the expert in their own mental health journey.
Navigating life's constant challenges can be overwhelming - after all, we were never given a playbook for these things. We were never taught a step by step guide for how to manage all of the stressors our world throws at us. Yet, we often expect ourselves to have life figured out, and that just isn't fair. I am passionate about helping my clients learn the tools to navigate the most confusing, difficult, and possibly traumatic times of their life and I believe everyone deserves to feel as though they are the expert in their own mental health journey.
Hello, my name is Celisa, I am a LISSS based in the great state of Ohio (Go Bucks!) and I have been a practicing therapist for approximately nine years. I graduated with my masters in social work from The Ohio State University and my focus was co-occurring disorders. Currently I work mostly with adolescents and specialize in anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma, self-esteem, psychosis, and kids who are on the Autism spectrum.
Hello, my name is Celisa, I am a LISSS based in the great state of Ohio (Go Bucks!) and I have been a practicing therapist for approximately nine years. I graduated with my masters in social work from The Ohio State University and my focus was co-occurring disorders. Currently I work mostly with adolescents and specialize in anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma, self-esteem, psychosis, and kids who are on the Autism spectrum.
You're a woman who holds it all together—but inside, you're overwhelmed, anxious, and stuck in survival mode. You're tired of feeling confused about money, guilty about resting, and unsure how to break free from perpetual cycles that you can't seem to break away from; You want peace, clarity and support that sees all of you. You’re ready to heal your relationship with money, stop overthinking, and finally feel in control—emotionally and financially. It's time to shift the chaos into confidence. You can do it and we are here to help.
You're a woman who holds it all together—but inside, you're overwhelmed, anxious, and stuck in survival mode. You're tired of feeling confused about money, guilty about resting, and unsure how to break free from perpetual cycles that you can't seem to break away from; You want peace, clarity and support that sees all of you. You’re ready to heal your relationship with money, stop overthinking, and finally feel in control—emotionally and financially. It's time to shift the chaos into confidence. You can do it and we are here to help.
I'm licensed in OH and have a certificate working with Early Childhood Mental Health and Trauma Focused therapy.
You deserve to feel heard, seen, and deeply understood. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most vital catalyst for lasting healing. Together, we’ll build a foundation of felt safety, allowing your authentic self to emerge and find strength to process life’s heaviest moments. Whether navigating trauma or breaking impulsive habits, it is my joy to help you reclaim your power. As your non-judgmental guide, I am here for the times it feels like too much. I’ve got you—we can do this together. Most clients begin to feel a meaningful shift within two months of our work.
I'm licensed in OH and have a certificate working with Early Childhood Mental Health and Trauma Focused therapy.
You deserve to feel heard, seen, and deeply understood. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most vital catalyst for lasting healing. Together, we’ll build a foundation of felt safety, allowing your authentic self to emerge and find strength to process life’s heaviest moments. Whether navigating trauma or breaking impulsive habits, it is my joy to help you reclaim your power. As your non-judgmental guide, I am here for the times it feels like too much. I’ve got you—we can do this together. Most clients begin to feel a meaningful shift within two months of our work.
Hello! I'm Dr. Emily, Sarasota Out Awards Favorite Therapist of 2024. I'm a queer psychologist passionate about making therapy a space to reflect and learn. I have firsthand experience supporting a neurodivergent partner and being part of a multiracial family. I believe therapy should equip you with tools to handle life’s ups and downs. You’re the expert on your life, child, or family—and I work collaboratively to create individualized treatment plans that fit your unique needs and goals.
Hello! I'm Dr. Emily, Sarasota Out Awards Favorite Therapist of 2024. I'm a queer psychologist passionate about making therapy a space to reflect and learn. I have firsthand experience supporting a neurodivergent partner and being part of a multiracial family. I believe therapy should equip you with tools to handle life’s ups and downs. You’re the expert on your life, child, or family—and I work collaboratively to create individualized treatment plans that fit your unique needs and goals.
Dr. Robert Langlois
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, LICDC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) in the State of Ohio. With over a decade of experience, I’m passionate about supporting individuals who are navigating addiction and mental health challenges. I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology with a focus on Behavioral Health Leadership from Liberty University, a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary, and a Master of Science in Data Science from Indiana University.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory designation (LPCC-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) in the State of Ohio. With over a decade of experience, I’m passionate about supporting individuals who are navigating addiction and mental health challenges. I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology with a focus on Behavioral Health Leadership from Liberty University, a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary, and a Master of Science in Data Science from Indiana University.
My background includes working with clients on a broad spectrum of therapeutic goals — including anxiety, depression, LGBTQ issues, anger management and more. My counseling philosophy is based on the understanding that no matter what we have experienced, there is an aspect of us all that is whole and complete just as it is. By continually orienting to this ground of wholeness, I believe we can fundamentally alter our relationship to our problems — shifting them from something that defines us to something that simply needs to be met, understood, and resolved.
My background includes working with clients on a broad spectrum of therapeutic goals — including anxiety, depression, LGBTQ issues, anger management and more. My counseling philosophy is based on the understanding that no matter what we have experienced, there is an aspect of us all that is whole and complete just as it is. By continually orienting to this ground of wholeness, I believe we can fundamentally alter our relationship to our problems — shifting them from something that defines us to something that simply needs to be met, understood, and resolved.
Many of my clients are caregivers, healthcare professionals, or adults navigating significant life changes who want both emotional support and practical tools to manage stress, grief, and uncertainty.
Many of my clients are caregivers, healthcare professionals, or adults navigating significant life changes who want both emotional support and practical tools to manage stress, grief, and uncertainty.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression, navigating conflict, boundary-setting, or managing stress/perfectionism? Do you have obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors? Are you going through a difficult life transition? Have you endured trauma? These issues can leave you feeling unable to fully enjoy the life you envisioned for yourself. You might feel stuck and unmotivated, or perhaps you simply don't know where to start making changes. With support, you can learn to build upon your strengths, understand your barriers, identify goals to improve your well-being, and master the skills to reach them!
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression, navigating conflict, boundary-setting, or managing stress/perfectionism? Do you have obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors? Are you going through a difficult life transition? Have you endured trauma? These issues can leave you feeling unable to fully enjoy the life you envisioned for yourself. You might feel stuck and unmotivated, or perhaps you simply don't know where to start making changes. With support, you can learn to build upon your strengths, understand your barriers, identify goals to improve your well-being, and master the skills to reach them!
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