Therapists in Columbus, OH
I have over 20 years of diverse therapy experience. I am an expert in relaxation therapy, meditation, and hypnosis, and I work in individual, couples, and family therapy settings. I believe in free will choice and your right to self determine your pathways in therapy and in life. I skillfully blend relaxation therapy with eye movement therapy for comfort and clearing the inner barriers from trauma.
I have over 20 years of diverse therapy experience. I am an expert in relaxation therapy, meditation, and hypnosis, and I work in individual, couples, and family therapy settings. I believe in free will choice and your right to self determine your pathways in therapy and in life. I skillfully blend relaxation therapy with eye movement therapy for comfort and clearing the inner barriers from trauma.
It is my passion to reach clients who have given up hope that they can change. If you are someone who has unsuccessfully sought counseling (or has never tried counseling) for anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bad relationships, or trauma/PTSD, I would love to have the opportunity to work with you! I promise you a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can process through your pain and can come out the other side being changed in ways you never thought possible. It would be a privilege to walk on that journey with you!
It is my passion to reach clients who have given up hope that they can change. If you are someone who has unsuccessfully sought counseling (or has never tried counseling) for anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bad relationships, or trauma/PTSD, I would love to have the opportunity to work with you! I promise you a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can process through your pain and can come out the other side being changed in ways you never thought possible. It would be a privilege to walk on that journey with you!
Do you feel alone, scared, or distressed about how gambling, gaming, pornography, sex or going online makes you feel? Does it feel like you've lost some or all control and are feeling depression, anxiety, isolation, or despair? As a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - III with years of experience providing behavioral and substance use addiction treatment as well as mental health care I am dedicated to offering compassionate and warm support to individuals looking for support. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome their struggles and achieve lasting recovery through a personalized and holistic approach.
Do you feel alone, scared, or distressed about how gambling, gaming, pornography, sex or going online makes you feel? Does it feel like you've lost some or all control and are feeling depression, anxiety, isolation, or despair? As a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - III with years of experience providing behavioral and substance use addiction treatment as well as mental health care I am dedicated to offering compassionate and warm support to individuals looking for support. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome their struggles and achieve lasting recovery through a personalized and holistic approach.
Hello, I am Doug Hickey and I am honored to be able to walk with you on this part of your life's journey. I have a long successful history of working with Teens. I also work well with couples, and any individual who is interested and willing to put in the work required for change and growth. I can work with older or younger patients and people from various cultures and backgrounds. I offer a warm and caring environment where clients can feel safe to explore the world of possibilities that exist for them.
Hello, I am Doug Hickey and I am honored to be able to walk with you on this part of your life's journey. I have a long successful history of working with Teens. I also work well with couples, and any individual who is interested and willing to put in the work required for change and growth. I can work with older or younger patients and people from various cultures and backgrounds. I offer a warm and caring environment where clients can feel safe to explore the world of possibilities that exist for them.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adults of all ages who are navigating anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship troubles, and life transitions. Whether you’re overthinking, navigating transitions, people-pleasing, or feeling stuck - I provide a steady, supportive space focused on connection, safety, and growth.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adults of all ages who are navigating anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship troubles, and life transitions. Whether you’re overthinking, navigating transitions, people-pleasing, or feeling stuck - I provide a steady, supportive space focused on connection, safety, and growth.
Hello, I'm Amanda. I've been dedicated to the mental health field since 2013, and before that, I worked in special education. My journey in mental health has taken me through various areas, including employment counseling, child and family counseling, criminal justice counseling, and crisis therapy. I primarily work with individuals experiencing substance use struggles, relationship issues, anxiety disorders (such as PTSD, generalized anxiety, and panic disorder), depression, severe mental illness, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and personality disorders.
Hello, I'm Amanda. I've been dedicated to the mental health field since 2013, and before that, I worked in special education. My journey in mental health has taken me through various areas, including employment counseling, child and family counseling, criminal justice counseling, and crisis therapy. I primarily work with individuals experiencing substance use struggles, relationship issues, anxiety disorders (such as PTSD, generalized anxiety, and panic disorder), depression, severe mental illness, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and personality disorders.
I see every person (client) as unique and possessing special personal qualities. I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My counseling style is warm and interactive, and I am an excellent listener. My person-centered approach combines solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and trauma-focused strategies. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to set goals to meet your unique and specific needs.
I see every person (client) as unique and possessing special personal qualities. I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My counseling style is warm and interactive, and I am an excellent listener. My person-centered approach combines solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and trauma-focused strategies. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to set goals to meet your unique and specific needs.
Each and every one of us has a unique story that shapes who we are as individuals. This story can be a mixture of positive and negative experiences, joyful and painful, the good and the bad. How we experience this story, how we share it with others, and how it impacts us are all pieces to an intricate puzzle of who we are and how we live our lives. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a non-judgmental environment filled with acceptance and compassion in the hopes that, by doing so, clients will feel comfortable sharing their stories, learn to embrace their authentic selves, and grow into the person they wish to be.
Each and every one of us has a unique story that shapes who we are as individuals. This story can be a mixture of positive and negative experiences, joyful and painful, the good and the bad. How we experience this story, how we share it with others, and how it impacts us are all pieces to an intricate puzzle of who we are and how we live our lives. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a non-judgmental environment filled with acceptance and compassion in the hopes that, by doing so, clients will feel comfortable sharing their stories, learn to embrace their authentic selves, and grow into the person they wish to be.
You may be here because you are tired of figuring life out on your own. Maybe the advice of friends, sisters, parents or significant others are falling short and perhaps they are tired of hearing you voice your hurts. You need a fresh set of eyes and ears on your situation. I help my clients gain insight into their struggles and short comings in a non judgmental and safe space. I am genuine and realistic and truly care about the needs of the people I work with.
You may be here because you are tired of figuring life out on your own. Maybe the advice of friends, sisters, parents or significant others are falling short and perhaps they are tired of hearing you voice your hurts. You need a fresh set of eyes and ears on your situation. I help my clients gain insight into their struggles and short comings in a non judgmental and safe space. I am genuine and realistic and truly care about the needs of the people I work with.
I have been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 15 years, and 12 years as a BCBA. I have a passion for helping families and individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other intellectual disabilities. My therapy is behavior-analytic, but I strive towards client-centered and individualized treatment for families and individuals.
I have been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 15 years, and 12 years as a BCBA. I have a passion for helping families and individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other intellectual disabilities. My therapy is behavior-analytic, but I strive towards client-centered and individualized treatment for families and individuals.
I am committed to helping children and adults overcome stress and anxiety and live their best lives. This includes coping with fear and panic, social anxiety, chronic worries, obsessive thinking, and compulsive habits. We all experience stress and distressing thoughts. It is easy to feel stuck and not know how to move forward. Therapy can help you express your feelings, give you strategies to cope with intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce the hold anxiety has over you. I would love to walk through this process with you and/or your child.
I am committed to helping children and adults overcome stress and anxiety and live their best lives. This includes coping with fear and panic, social anxiety, chronic worries, obsessive thinking, and compulsive habits. We all experience stress and distressing thoughts. It is easy to feel stuck and not know how to move forward. Therapy can help you express your feelings, give you strategies to cope with intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce the hold anxiety has over you. I would love to walk through this process with you and/or your child.
Is your life shrinking because of intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, or avoidance? Are you a parent, needing support for your child or teen with their own debilitating anxiety? Are you a parent or partner in a peripartum season needing extra support with all the internal and external transitions and stressors? I am dedicated to helping clients learn more about their brain, hold space for their experiences, and find wellness skills that are within their values. I prioritize holistic care; welcoming all adults, children, and teens, regardless of cultural background, faith, or identity.
Is your life shrinking because of intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, or avoidance? Are you a parent, needing support for your child or teen with their own debilitating anxiety? Are you a parent or partner in a peripartum season needing extra support with all the internal and external transitions and stressors? I am dedicated to helping clients learn more about their brain, hold space for their experiences, and find wellness skills that are within their values. I prioritize holistic care; welcoming all adults, children, and teens, regardless of cultural background, faith, or identity.
Your courage is admirable. Seeking support can feel like staring up the face of a mountain. I respect the delicate nature of inner work and consider it an earned privilege to be invited into spaces where healing and growth can happen. Everyone is welcome. I especially enjoy collaborating with individuals and couples who • Hope to discover new and more authentic parts of themselves • Desire to strengthen their capacity for connection • Are curious about neurodivergent qualities • Identify as LGBTQ+ • Are exploring areas of complex trauma, religious trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.
Your courage is admirable. Seeking support can feel like staring up the face of a mountain. I respect the delicate nature of inner work and consider it an earned privilege to be invited into spaces where healing and growth can happen. Everyone is welcome. I especially enjoy collaborating with individuals and couples who • Hope to discover new and more authentic parts of themselves • Desire to strengthen their capacity for connection • Are curious about neurodivergent qualities • Identify as LGBTQ+ • Are exploring areas of complex trauma, religious trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.
I am passionate about helping women on the reproductive spectrum who are seeking support, understanding, and strategies as they journey through life's transitions. Women who are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with life stressors, interpersonal & relationship issues, loss and grief, fertility struggles, traumatic birth, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, the stressors of motherhood/parenting, managing work-life balance, handling the back-to-work adjustment, perimenopause, menopause and beyond.
I am passionate about helping women on the reproductive spectrum who are seeking support, understanding, and strategies as they journey through life's transitions. Women who are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with life stressors, interpersonal & relationship issues, loss and grief, fertility struggles, traumatic birth, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, the stressors of motherhood/parenting, managing work-life balance, handling the back-to-work adjustment, perimenopause, menopause and beyond.
Hey! My name is Diarra, like a princess' Tiara (but with a D). I enjoy working with older teens, college students, and young adults going through different transitions in life. I use both my education and Christian faith to help clients navigate and understand their life experiences. I aim to create a safe and encouraging environment where you feel heard, respected, and not judged. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, grief and loss, and trauma. As your therapist, I will do what it takes to best serve and guide you in the direction you want go.
Hey! My name is Diarra, like a princess' Tiara (but with a D). I enjoy working with older teens, college students, and young adults going through different transitions in life. I use both my education and Christian faith to help clients navigate and understand their life experiences. I aim to create a safe and encouraging environment where you feel heard, respected, and not judged. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, grief and loss, and trauma. As your therapist, I will do what it takes to best serve and guide you in the direction you want go.
At Mighty Acorn Counseling, we understand the challenges of accessing quality mental health and addiction treatment, which is why we've embraced telehealth to bring comprehensive care directly to you. When people are stuck in addiction and mental health issues, they're like an acorn stuck in its shell. We provide the tools to break out of that shell so that you can grow and eventually become a mighty oak tree. At Mighty Acorn Counseling, you receive top-tier treatment and counseling from the comfort of your home, supported by our experienced team many who bring years of personal recovery experience to help you grow and mature.
At Mighty Acorn Counseling, we understand the challenges of accessing quality mental health and addiction treatment, which is why we've embraced telehealth to bring comprehensive care directly to you. When people are stuck in addiction and mental health issues, they're like an acorn stuck in its shell. We provide the tools to break out of that shell so that you can grow and eventually become a mighty oak tree. At Mighty Acorn Counseling, you receive top-tier treatment and counseling from the comfort of your home, supported by our experienced team many who bring years of personal recovery experience to help you grow and mature.
As we cope with the challenges in life, we might get stuck sometimes, and asking for help is a huge positive step! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I take pride in my ability to work with clients to cope with life's stressors to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. I utilize client-centered interpersonal relationship in which both my clients and I collaborate to develop strategies and potential solutions to cope and overcome obstacles and personal challenges. I am committed to providing a safe and conducive environment free of judgements to help my clients explore and process their issues.
As we cope with the challenges in life, we might get stuck sometimes, and asking for help is a huge positive step! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I take pride in my ability to work with clients to cope with life's stressors to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. I utilize client-centered interpersonal relationship in which both my clients and I collaborate to develop strategies and potential solutions to cope and overcome obstacles and personal challenges. I am committed to providing a safe and conducive environment free of judgements to help my clients explore and process their issues.
Life can be overwhelming—whether you’re navigating a major life transition, feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or struggling to manage intense emotions, you don’t have to do it alone. I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and trauma informed. I believe meaningful change begins when we stop asking, “What’s wrong with me?” and start asking, “What happened to me?"
Life can be overwhelming—whether you’re navigating a major life transition, feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or struggling to manage intense emotions, you don’t have to do it alone. I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and trauma informed. I believe meaningful change begins when we stop asking, “What’s wrong with me?” and start asking, “What happened to me?"
Are you in emotional pain? Have you been through difficult or traumatic life experiences? Learning to deal with life's challenges and finding your way out of deep emotional pain can be overwhelming. The decision to attend counseling is not always easy and choosing the right therapist to partner with you is important. If you are ready to work to find hope and healing, I am ready to help you. My practice is effective because I work with all parts of the self-- helping you move through the difficult experiences you have encountered and help bring meaning back to life!
Are you in emotional pain? Have you been through difficult or traumatic life experiences? Learning to deal with life's challenges and finding your way out of deep emotional pain can be overwhelming. The decision to attend counseling is not always easy and choosing the right therapist to partner with you is important. If you are ready to work to find hope and healing, I am ready to help you. My practice is effective because I work with all parts of the self-- helping you move through the difficult experiences you have encountered and help bring meaning back to life!
Kel Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a proud queer and transgender therapist who has dedicated my practice to providing inclusive and culturally humble services to all. My passion is in providing care to LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples & families. Additionally, I run therapy & support groups for LGBTQIA+ youth and plan to create more group spaces for people to connect to their community and peers. I have also had the privilege of providing training and education to professionals, clients and families on providing a safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth.
I am a proud queer and transgender therapist who has dedicated my practice to providing inclusive and culturally humble services to all. My passion is in providing care to LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples & families. Additionally, I run therapy & support groups for LGBTQIA+ youth and plan to create more group spaces for people to connect to their community and peers. I have also had the privilege of providing training and education to professionals, clients and families on providing a safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth.
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Number of Therapists in Columbus, OH
2,000+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in Columbus, OH who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Self Esteem |
| 65% | Stress |
| 63% | Relationship Issues |
| 58% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 90% | Aetna |
| 73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 63% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Columbus, OH see their clients
| 53% | In Person and Online | |
| 47% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |