Self-Harming Therapists in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Do you feel stressed? Overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? I pride myself on my listening skills and like to build relationships with my clients. I can help you feel heard, and together, we can help find balance in your life. I have broad experience with clients in inpatient, outpatient, and school settings. My training has provided me the education to treat individuals of all ages and most mental health disorders. If I am not the best fit for you, I'll help you find someone who is.

We are a small private practice, established to grow a brand based on transparency in therapy, clinicians who are passionate about their jobs and ongoing interpersonal and professional growth. Our clinicians are trained to treat all mental health diagnoses. Contact us for help selecting which therapist may meet your personal needs including scheduling, insurance coverage, and unique styles.

I have a soft spot for working with adolescents and young adults, especially young women and individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. We collaboratively work together to identify goals and to create a plan to move toward them. In counseling, we work on enhancing self-esteem, self-worth, and independence by targeting negative beliefs. Clients and I have worked through a host of concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, adjusting through life transitions, breakups, and identity issues.

We all need someone who will listen and walk alongside us. Someone that will provide support, healing, and encouragement during our difficult times in life." I strive to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment to assist individuals, couples and/or children during every season of life.

Life is a journey full of joys and challenges. Some seasons can be harder than others and make everyday tasks feel impossible and overwhelming. Whether it is the search for identity, understanding your personal history, navigating shifting moods, or facing big life changes, there is always hope and healing to be found. Together we can work towards the life you want by understanding who you are and breaking down movement towards growth into small achievable steps. However you may feel right now, you are in the right place.

Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, or have daily life challenges, I am here to help you learn how to be your best self! Life presents many challenges and never be afraid to ask for help. Many children and adults have struggled due to social isolation, due to COVID. Many of my current clients have struggled with addiction, depression, and anxiety because of past trauma. It may be sexual abuse as a child, witnessing violence, being involved in an accident, struggling just to get out of bed for the day. Don't give up on yourself, you deserve to live your best life. Just remember today is the day!

2023 is here...Does that sound exciting or completely overwhelming? Does it feel like your life is less manageable? Are you struggling to express your wants and needs? If you need guidance finding your way through a challenging period in your life, we would like to help. Our time together can be short and solution-focused or much longer, depending on the nature of your concerns and your progress in therapy. We use several approaches to therapy which include modalities such as trauma informed, DBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. Our staff are accepting new Medicaid clients as early as next week!

Finding a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist is the first step to improve your quality of life and help you achieve outcomes that meet both present and future goals! I am an experienced Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Social Worker & Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor - with advanced professional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Recovery & Addictions - providing specialized psycho-social assessment, substance abuse assessments & effective treatments: addictions (heroin, opioid, rx drugs, alcohol, DUI, smoking, gambling, compulsive disorders), mental health, bi-polar, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, family/couples/divorce, personality, emotional & adjustment problems. Free phone consultation!

Accepting new clients Monday-Friday, in person and telehealth for all Ohio residents. Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, identity issues, or relationship issues? Do you feel exhausted, confused, or lost just trying to get through the day when it seems so easy for everyone else? Do you hope that your life could be better? Now more than ever, many people are feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and depression about trauma, grief, or simply finding their identity which makes them feel fulfilled.

I am an experienced therapist who is dedicated to working with adolescents through adults who are dealing with trauma, eating disorders, self-injury, mood disorders, and more. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Supervisor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling. I have been working in this field since 2012 (as an intern), 2014 licensed. I am located at a private practice, currently seeing clients in office and telehealth. I have a dog named Nova that is with me every day. He's very loving and learning to read emotions on his journey to being a therapy dog.

Everyone is deserving of quality mental health care and support. I trust that you are the expert in your own life, you know what ails and aides yourself, and my role is to provide unconditional positive regard, empathy, and support as we collaboratively work together to identify goals and to create a plan to move toward them. I have worked with clients from ages 4 to 64 who have presented with a plethora of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, adjusting through life transitions, breakups, academic concerns, and identity issues.

When I first started my Masters Degree Program I found the following and remind myself and my clients of this... "I am here to listen, Not to work miracles, To help you discover what you feel, Not to make the feelings go away, To discuss steps with you, Not to rescue you and leave you still vulnerable, To help you learn to choose, Not to make it unnecessary for you to make difficult choices, To provide support for change." I am here to walk with you and provide guidance, empathy and encouragement along your journey.

I find great reward in working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I have experience with and welcome LGBTQ clients. As a practice we are LGBTQ+ affirming- you are safe here. I am sensitive to the therapeutic needs of neurodivergent clients and skilled in supporting those with ADHD. I enjoy supporting individuals and couples/families in working through conflict, managing symptoms related to depression, anxiety, and trauma. I use evidence-based treatment interventions and tailor our work to you. We offer reasonable self-pay options in addition to accepting most major insurance plans.

I am a licensed professional clinical counselor available for individual as well as marital and family counseling. My background covers a diverse career scope which includes extensive experience in healing the wounded soul. I have been married for 31 years and have 2 children. My counseling orientation ranges from assisting you in exploring issues through Narrative Therapy or educational training through Cognitive Behavioral Techniques. Or for those who desire to explore deep emotional issues, I have been thoroughly trained in "Inner healing" techniques to aid in processing events to as deep a level as you desire to journey.

Catholic Charities Family and Community Outreach Center serves families, couples, and individuals of all ages with mental health, relationship, and substance use issues. We take a holistic and person centered approach to meet the needs of each person and family we serve. We collaborate extensively with other community agencies, hospitals, and residential programs to provide the most complete services possible. We strive to give each individual, couple, and family the health and happiness they seek!

I believe you are the expert of your life, but sometimes even an expert needs help. I am here to help you through the uncertainties, the questions, and the growing process. I utilize various styles and treatment modalities because everyone is different. I have experience providing therapy to adults and use an eclectic approach to fit your needs. It is my belief we can work together to uncover your strengths, bring peace to whatever your struggles are, and to develop skills to move forward on your own terms.

My professional journey has been shaped by a commitment to providing compassionate support and understanding to individuals on their path to mental well-being. Within the realm of counseling, I specialize in various areas, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), LGBTQIA+ affirmative counseling, ADHD, substance abuse, personality disorders, grief, chronic illness, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum care, sleep/insomnia management, trauma, and PTSD.

I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.

Lisa Lutz is a licensed counselor with over 15 years of experience. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Dayton. For her, the best part of counseling is hearing people’s stories and helping them work toward their individual goals.