Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Hilliard, OH
Brady practices a blend of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy with a sensitivity to trauma, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergence. He takes a holistic approach, believing that the more one knows about how the brain, body, spirit, and physical and social environments interact, the more one can do to create effective change. His main areas of focus include Trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and relationship conflict, across late adolescence and adulthood.
In his spare time, Brady enjoys video games, brewing, creating, and psychoanalyzing tv personalities with his wife.
Brady practices a blend of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy with a sensitivity to trauma, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergence. He takes a holistic approach, believing that the more one knows about how the brain, body, spirit, and physical and social environments interact, the more one can do to create effective change. His main areas of focus include Trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and relationship conflict, across late adolescence and adulthood.
In his spare time, Brady enjoys video games, brewing, creating, and psychoanalyzing tv personalities with his wife.
The ideal client is someone who recognizes a need for change. Struggling with insecurity, loneliness, unshakable sadness, anxiety, stress, emotion identification and expression, self harm, trauma, gender/sexual identity issues, interconnectedness, and honest communication is commonplace in our current society. There is strength in reaching out to build connections and skills with a trusted professional. My goal is to help you do better in all aspects of life as I work alongside you to accomplish the same.
The ideal client is someone who recognizes a need for change. Struggling with insecurity, loneliness, unshakable sadness, anxiety, stress, emotion identification and expression, self harm, trauma, gender/sexual identity issues, interconnectedness, and honest communication is commonplace in our current society. There is strength in reaching out to build connections and skills with a trusted professional. My goal is to help you do better in all aspects of life as I work alongside you to accomplish the same.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and counseling and coaching have been passions of mine for quite some time. My ideal client is anyone who is looking for direction and guidance. Do you have questions about your career, relationship, parenting skills, OR anything having to do with the direction of your life? We will design an individualized plan that suits you. My specialties range in all age groups, but mostly in adults 16 years of age and older and couples.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and counseling and coaching have been passions of mine for quite some time. My ideal client is anyone who is looking for direction and guidance. Do you have questions about your career, relationship, parenting skills, OR anything having to do with the direction of your life? We will design an individualized plan that suits you. My specialties range in all age groups, but mostly in adults 16 years of age and older and couples.
Jordin works with teens and young adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, as well as individuals coping with trauma-related concerns. She takes a thoughtful, collaborative approach that helps clients understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, while developing tools they can use in everyday life. Her work often supports clients facing school avoidance, mood instability, or life transitions, helping them improve emotional regulation and overall functioning.
Jordin works with teens and young adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, as well as individuals coping with trauma-related concerns. She takes a thoughtful, collaborative approach that helps clients understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, while developing tools they can use in everyday life. Her work often supports clients facing school avoidance, mood instability, or life transitions, helping them improve emotional regulation and overall functioning.
My work is primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, teaching coping strategies and using meditation and mindfulness, though I incorporate play therapy, art therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into my work.
Do you feel that one of the most important aspects of counseling is relationship building and establishing trust? I like to meet my clients where they are and help them to grow from there. Counseling is a safe place to be vulnerable, express feelings of fear or sadness, and a place to plant seeds of hope and develop self-efficacy and peace. Counseling can involve a great deal of self-reflection and I also like to work from a goal and solution focused approach. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor with a master’s degree from Case Western Reserve University.
My work is primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, teaching coping strategies and using meditation and mindfulness, though I incorporate play therapy, art therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into my work.
Do you feel that one of the most important aspects of counseling is relationship building and establishing trust? I like to meet my clients where they are and help them to grow from there. Counseling is a safe place to be vulnerable, express feelings of fear or sadness, and a place to plant seeds of hope and develop self-efficacy and peace. Counseling can involve a great deal of self-reflection and I also like to work from a goal and solution focused approach. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor with a master’s degree from Case Western Reserve University.
As a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 11 years of experience in the mental health field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my practice. Since 2019, I have been dedicated to supporting clients as a licensed social worker. My background includes working as a therapist in group settings for 2 years, followed by nearly three years of individual psychotherapy practice. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults, utilizing trauma-informed care to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
As a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 11 years of experience in the mental health field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my practice. Since 2019, I have been dedicated to supporting clients as a licensed social worker. My background includes working as a therapist in group settings for 2 years, followed by nearly three years of individual psychotherapy practice. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults, utilizing trauma-informed care to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Justin Richards is a Licensed Counselor Trainee through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapy Board. Justin received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from The Ohio State University and is pursuing a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Justin’s goal is to provide a warm and stimulating environment where individuals feel actively involved in growth. Justin has a deep interest in working with individuals using a variety of methods including Existentialism, CBT, Narrative therapy, and Positive psychology using a strengths-based approach.
Justin Richards is a Licensed Counselor Trainee through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapy Board. Justin received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from The Ohio State University and is pursuing a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Justin’s goal is to provide a warm and stimulating environment where individuals feel actively involved in growth. Justin has a deep interest in working with individuals using a variety of methods including Existentialism, CBT, Narrative therapy, and Positive psychology using a strengths-based approach.
Diane Petersen, LISW-S is a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Ohio with 34 years of experience. She has a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Dayton and a Masters of Social Work from The Ohio State University. Diane believes in creating a collaborative therapeutic environment built on trust and connection and utilizes such interventions as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices. She is passionate about helping individuals build more meaning and positive change into their lives, enabling them to live happier, healthier lives.
Diane Petersen, LISW-S is a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Ohio with 34 years of experience. She has a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Dayton and a Masters of Social Work from The Ohio State University. Diane believes in creating a collaborative therapeutic environment built on trust and connection and utilizes such interventions as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices. She is passionate about helping individuals build more meaning and positive change into their lives, enabling them to live happier, healthier lives.
Samar is passionate about working with individuals and families to support and empower them to achieve their goals. Samar uses compassion, kindness, and education in her practice to help individuals and families develop lifelong skills and the confidence to build the life that they want. Being a woman of color and a daughter of immigrants to the United States, Samar tries to incorporate cultural competence, humility and a non-judgmental approach when interacting with her clients.
When she’s not at work, Samar loves spending time with her family, friends and her pet parakeets.
Samar is passionate about working with individuals and families to support and empower them to achieve their goals. Samar uses compassion, kindness, and education in her practice to help individuals and families develop lifelong skills and the confidence to build the life that they want. Being a woman of color and a daughter of immigrants to the United States, Samar tries to incorporate cultural competence, humility and a non-judgmental approach when interacting with her clients.
When she’s not at work, Samar loves spending time with her family, friends and her pet parakeets.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Valarie McKnight is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2009. Valarie believes her ability to meet clients where they are, providing unconditional acceptance sets her apart. In her free time, Valarie enjoys reading, walking, spending quality time with family and loved ones, and always learning new things.
Valarie McKnight is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2009. Valarie believes her ability to meet clients where they are, providing unconditional acceptance sets her apart. In her free time, Valarie enjoys reading, walking, spending quality time with family and loved ones, and always learning new things.
Emma Compton is a dependently licensed therapist under the supervision of Jasmine Janis, MSW, LISW-S. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana, and her Master Social Work from The Ohio State University. Prior to joining LifeStance, she worked as an intensive home-based clinician for children ages 5-18 and their families. Throughout her experience as a clinician, Emma has experience with a variety of practice areas including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues in both individual and family settings.Emma Compton is a dependently licensed therapist under the supervision of Ja
Emma Compton is a dependently licensed therapist under the supervision of Jasmine Janis, MSW, LISW-S. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana, and her Master Social Work from The Ohio State University. Prior to joining LifeStance, she worked as an intensive home-based clinician for children ages 5-18 and their families. Throughout her experience as a clinician, Emma has experience with a variety of practice areas including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues in both individual and family settings.Emma Compton is a dependently licensed therapist under the supervision of Ja
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Acceptance, compassion, empathy, and understanding are the foundations of my practice.
I have been a licensed psychologist for 19 years. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, couples, families and adults. My experience includes depression, anxiety, identity issues, relationship problems, fertility stress, blended families, boundary related issues, grief and loss, chronic illness, and life transitional stress.
Acceptance, compassion, empathy, and understanding are the foundations of my practice.
I have been a licensed psychologist for 19 years. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, couples, families and adults. My experience includes depression, anxiety, identity issues, relationship problems, fertility stress, blended families, boundary related issues, grief and loss, chronic illness, and life transitional stress.
In my practice, I provide EMDR therapy while also drawing upon Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you’re looking at my profile, then you’ve already taken the first - and likely hardest - step towards becoming the best version of yourself. While the path forward may appear frightening and downright impossible, I can assure you that you already have the strength within yourself to overcome it. Our work together will help you to identify the best way to tackle this path – the one that is right for you and you only. This is your journey, and you deserve to have one full of growth and optimism
In my practice, I provide EMDR therapy while also drawing upon Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you’re looking at my profile, then you’ve already taken the first - and likely hardest - step towards becoming the best version of yourself. While the path forward may appear frightening and downright impossible, I can assure you that you already have the strength within yourself to overcome it. Our work together will help you to identify the best way to tackle this path – the one that is right for you and you only. This is your journey, and you deserve to have one full of growth and optimism
I am in compliance with the No Surprise Act and will provide you with a Good Faith Estimate.
I specialize in counseling other counselors and therapists, narcissist abuse, AD/HD, chronic illness, women's issues, life transition, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. I am trauma informed and mindful of the ways that trauma influences life experience and therapeutic practice.
I am in compliance with the No Surprise Act and will provide you with a Good Faith Estimate.
I specialize in counseling other counselors and therapists, narcissist abuse, AD/HD, chronic illness, women's issues, life transition, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. I am trauma informed and mindful of the ways that trauma influences life experience and therapeutic practice.
She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and EMDR to help individuals process difficult experiences, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and build healthier coping strategies.
Gina works with a range of individuals, including those on the autism spectrum and first responders, and she is committed to providing inclusive, thoughtful care that recognizes the complexity of each client’s experiences.
She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and EMDR to help individuals process difficult experiences, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and build healthier coping strategies.
Gina works with a range of individuals, including those on the autism spectrum and first responders, and she is committed to providing inclusive, thoughtful care that recognizes the complexity of each client’s experiences.
While Sarah uses knowledge of many practices to influence her work, she believes in a multidisciplinary and biopsychosocial approach to treatment. Sarah hopes to foster a supportive, authentic, and collaborative environment where clients can be vulnerable and supported as they work towards their individual goals.
While Sarah uses knowledge of many practices to influence her work, she believes in a multidisciplinary and biopsychosocial approach to treatment. Sarah hopes to foster a supportive, authentic, and collaborative environment where clients can be vulnerable and supported as they work towards their individual goals.
By using evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness, Alison helps clients build resilience, develop healthier thought patterns, and move forward with greater clarity and self-understanding.
In addition to her core specialties, Alison also supports individuals managing OCD, PTSD, and women's mental health issues. She is committed to serving diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, and takes a person-centered approach to ensure that every client receives care that respects their unique identity and experiences.
By using evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness, Alison helps clients build resilience, develop healthier thought patterns, and move forward with greater clarity and self-understanding.
In addition to her core specialties, Alison also supports individuals managing OCD, PTSD, and women's mental health issues. She is committed to serving diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, and takes a person-centered approach to ensure that every client receives care that respects their unique identity and experiences.
Antoinette Freter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Hilliard, OH 43026
Waitlist for new clients
The world feels like a dumpster fire right now—if you're feeling untethered, disconnected, or just plain exhausted, you're not alone. Maybe you’re thinking: “I need a change but don’t know where to start,” or “I’m so tired, I just don’t know what to do.” Whether you're questioning your identity, your relationships, or the point of it all, it’s okay to not have answers yet. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families to help make sense of that “off” feeling—and find your way forward.
Tip of the Week: When you’re overwhelmed, start small. Pick one thing today that feels doable—and let that be enough.
The world feels like a dumpster fire right now—if you're feeling untethered, disconnected, or just plain exhausted, you're not alone. Maybe you’re thinking: “I need a change but don’t know where to start,” or “I’m so tired, I just don’t know what to do.” Whether you're questioning your identity, your relationships, or the point of it all, it’s okay to not have answers yet. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families to help make sense of that “off” feeling—and find your way forward.
Tip of the Week: When you’re overwhelmed, start small. Pick one thing today that feels doable—and let that be enough.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.