Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in Miamisburg, OH
There is a waitlist for clients under 18 years of age.
My name is Tiffany M. B. Chouteau and my ideal client is someone who is ready to work towards the change they want to see in their lives. I enjoy helping others to empower themselves towards the changes they want to make in their lives. My primary goal is work collaboratively with clients in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
There is a waitlist for clients under 18 years of age.
My name is Tiffany M. B. Chouteau and my ideal client is someone who is ready to work towards the change they want to see in their lives. I enjoy helping others to empower themselves towards the changes they want to make in their lives. My primary goal is work collaboratively with clients in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
I connect best with individuals who feel and think deeply but struggle to understand or communicate their emotional world to others. You may feel misunderstood, “too much,” or alone in your experiences. You might long for close relationships but find yourself caught in painful or repeating patterns.
Many of my clients have experienced attachment wounds, childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, or symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder. You may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or fear abandonment and rejection. At your core, you want to feel secure, understood, and accepted — both by others and within yourself.
I connect best with individuals who feel and think deeply but struggle to understand or communicate their emotional world to others. You may feel misunderstood, “too much,” or alone in your experiences. You might long for close relationships but find yourself caught in painful or repeating patterns.
Many of my clients have experienced attachment wounds, childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, or symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder. You may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or fear abandonment and rejection. At your core, you want to feel secure, understood, and accepted — both by others and within yourself.
Healing results from addressing the whole person so I approach therapy from a strengths-based perspective, awakening your resilience and ability to heal. I value a strong creative, collaborative relationship and maintain a flexible schedule so that I may provide you with support between visits.
Healing results from addressing the whole person so I approach therapy from a strengths-based perspective, awakening your resilience and ability to heal. I value a strong creative, collaborative relationship and maintain a flexible schedule so that I may provide you with support between visits.
I take a lot of pride in the work I get to do with clients. I genuinely consider it an honor for folks to let me into their lives and trust that I can support them through the tough times. The world is chaotic and our more immediate worlds can get jostled around by it all. I don't claim to be able to help everyone I work with, because I don't know if that always feels realistic to the struggles at hand. However, I can promise to offer acceptance, support, empathy, and care so that you don't feel as alone or untethered. I understand that many people want to make changes, and we can work towards that with kindness and compassion.
I take a lot of pride in the work I get to do with clients. I genuinely consider it an honor for folks to let me into their lives and trust that I can support them through the tough times. The world is chaotic and our more immediate worlds can get jostled around by it all. I don't claim to be able to help everyone I work with, because I don't know if that always feels realistic to the struggles at hand. However, I can promise to offer acceptance, support, empathy, and care so that you don't feel as alone or untethered. I understand that many people want to make changes, and we can work towards that with kindness and compassion.
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As a queer, non-binary therapist, my work emphasizes creating a space for other voices and individuals on the gender and sexuality spectrums. I work with all mental health concerns, however my specialty is supporting clients navigating chronic illness and/or neurodivergence. I have lived experience with these conditions and want every person to feel heard, seen, and believed.
As a queer, non-binary therapist, my work emphasizes creating a space for other voices and individuals on the gender and sexuality spectrums. I work with all mental health concerns, however my specialty is supporting clients navigating chronic illness and/or neurodivergence. I have lived experience with these conditions and want every person to feel heard, seen, and believed.
Hello! My name is Cheryl Cox, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana. I have treated individuals seeking therapy for over 15 years, in-home, in-person within medical clinics and private practice and via online therapy for approximately 5 years.
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Hello! My name is Cheryl Cox, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana. I have treated individuals seeking therapy for over 15 years, in-home, in-person within medical clinics and private practice and via online therapy for approximately 5 years.
It is super easy to sign up. Just click on the link on the right and enter your information. I'll reach back out quickly and we'll get started!
A belief I carry into my work is "We are not robots! We are imperfect, complicated human beings." For you, this may look like fears of failure, struggling to get through daily tasks, lacking joy, feeling hopeless, or comparing yourself to others. Maybe you have tried SO HARD to create the life you want, but feel stuck or at your wits' end. Maybe you find yourself expecting too much, or not even knowing what you want! There is no simple switch to flip (because you aren't made of metal), but I am here to help you catch a break with your ADHD, anxiety, depression (or life) and create clarity, calm, and acceptance.
A belief I carry into my work is "We are not robots! We are imperfect, complicated human beings." For you, this may look like fears of failure, struggling to get through daily tasks, lacking joy, feeling hopeless, or comparing yourself to others. Maybe you have tried SO HARD to create the life you want, but feel stuck or at your wits' end. Maybe you find yourself expecting too much, or not even knowing what you want! There is no simple switch to flip (because you aren't made of metal), but I am here to help you catch a break with your ADHD, anxiety, depression (or life) and create clarity, calm, and acceptance.
You may be holding it all together on the outside, but your mind rarely stops. Conversations replay in your head, every decision is filled with doubt, and your body is tense even when nothing's wrong. Perfectionism, self-criticism, and constant pressure make work, relationships, or parenting feel heavier than they should. Anxiety can show up as anger, irritability, or paralysis. Sometimes there's not even a real trigger, which is confusing and frustrating. If you're looking for relief, insight, and strategies to feel calmer and more confident, therapy can help you function without getting in your own way.
You may be holding it all together on the outside, but your mind rarely stops. Conversations replay in your head, every decision is filled with doubt, and your body is tense even when nothing's wrong. Perfectionism, self-criticism, and constant pressure make work, relationships, or parenting feel heavier than they should. Anxiety can show up as anger, irritability, or paralysis. Sometimes there's not even a real trigger, which is confusing and frustrating. If you're looking for relief, insight, and strategies to feel calmer and more confident, therapy can help you function without getting in your own way.
Welcome. I’m honored you’re here. I see distress as a meaningful signal—an invitation to relate to ourselves in new and more sustainable ways. Many of us were taught to minimize distress, push through pain, or carry shame in silence. Psychotherapy takes a different approach. Whether you’re returning to therapy or this is your first time, my goal is to create a safe and empowering space conducive to healing and growth.
Welcome. I’m honored you’re here. I see distress as a meaningful signal—an invitation to relate to ourselves in new and more sustainable ways. Many of us were taught to minimize distress, push through pain, or carry shame in silence. Psychotherapy takes a different approach. Whether you’re returning to therapy or this is your first time, my goal is to create a safe and empowering space conducive to healing and growth.
Our relationships define our humanity, bringing richness and joy into our lives while sometimes causing pain. They act as mirrors, reflecting our inner selves and fulfilling our innate need for connection. When we are connected to others, we feel more in tune with ourselves and our world. However, mental health challenges can both contribute to and result from relationship discord, creating a distressing cycle. Feelings of isolation lead to further disconnection, distancing us from our values and deepening our sense of loneliness and loss. Through therapy, we can carve a different path: one of vulnerability, intimacy, and joy.
Our relationships define our humanity, bringing richness and joy into our lives while sometimes causing pain. They act as mirrors, reflecting our inner selves and fulfilling our innate need for connection. When we are connected to others, we feel more in tune with ourselves and our world. However, mental health challenges can both contribute to and result from relationship discord, creating a distressing cycle. Feelings of isolation lead to further disconnection, distancing us from our values and deepening our sense of loneliness and loss. Through therapy, we can carve a different path: one of vulnerability, intimacy, and joy.
While I have experience working with a wide variety of clients and issues, particular emphasis areas include: young adults, navigating life changes, managing academic and/or work stress, improving relationships, identity development and integration, queer and gender diverse experiences, impact of
While I have experience working with a wide variety of clients and issues, particular emphasis areas include: young adults, navigating life changes, managing academic and/or work stress, improving relationships, identity development and integration, queer and gender diverse experiences, impact of
Christina Veness, MS, LPCC- Lumos Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Online Only
“We’ve never had to worry about you”, “You’ve always been so strong/reliable”. Sound familiar? That public mask of having it altogether gets heavy and eventually leads to feeling like you’re looking at a stranger in the mirror. If this is you, I might just be the support you’re looking for. I specialize working with high achievers who check all the boxes and look fine on paper but deep down are falling apart and feeling that their suffering is invisible. I will guide you toward acknowledgement of your buried pain, get to the root of where it came from, and provide you with practical skills to show up as your true, authentic self.
“We’ve never had to worry about you”, “You’ve always been so strong/reliable”. Sound familiar? That public mask of having it altogether gets heavy and eventually leads to feeling like you’re looking at a stranger in the mirror. If this is you, I might just be the support you’re looking for. I specialize working with high achievers who check all the boxes and look fine on paper but deep down are falling apart and feeling that their suffering is invisible. I will guide you toward acknowledgement of your buried pain, get to the root of where it came from, and provide you with practical skills to show up as your true, authentic self.
Our brains really are wired for connection. It’s a beautiful thing, and it can also make disconnection feel so painful, confusing, and hard. Whether you feel disconnected from yourself or a partner because of trauma, betrayal, anxiety, or other struggles, I start my work with clients from the same foundation – the idea that all behavior makes sense in context. Simply put, you are doing the best you can with what you know, even if it’s not the way you want to show up. Starting from that perspective can help unravel the shame associated with patterns you find yourself stuck in with your partner or with yourself.
Our brains really are wired for connection. It’s a beautiful thing, and it can also make disconnection feel so painful, confusing, and hard. Whether you feel disconnected from yourself or a partner because of trauma, betrayal, anxiety, or other struggles, I start my work with clients from the same foundation – the idea that all behavior makes sense in context. Simply put, you are doing the best you can with what you know, even if it’s not the way you want to show up. Starting from that perspective can help unravel the shame associated with patterns you find yourself stuck in with your partner or with yourself.
Hi there! My name is Shea, it's nice to meet you. Over the past decade as a trauma counselor, I've developed a specialty in supporting neurodivergent adults and adults living with disability or chronic illness. My approach as a therapist is rooted in creating a safer, more accessible therapy space for people of all backgrounds, including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, immigrants, and other vulnerable populations.
Hi there! My name is Shea, it's nice to meet you. Over the past decade as a trauma counselor, I've developed a specialty in supporting neurodivergent adults and adults living with disability or chronic illness. My approach as a therapist is rooted in creating a safer, more accessible therapy space for people of all backgrounds, including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, immigrants, and other vulnerable populations.
Hi, I'm Cortney and I'm here to help. I believe the foundation for success in therapy is rooted in the therapeutic alliance between therapist and client. In this partnership, I bring authenticity, empathetic understanding and compassion. My approach is intentional, eclectic, and strengths based to best suit your needs as we move through this journey together. It is my genuine belief that everyone is the expert on their own life, but often times we need a little bit of help to unlock our greatness. I hope to be that help for you.
Hi, I'm Cortney and I'm here to help. I believe the foundation for success in therapy is rooted in the therapeutic alliance between therapist and client. In this partnership, I bring authenticity, empathetic understanding and compassion. My approach is intentional, eclectic, and strengths based to best suit your needs as we move through this journey together. It is my genuine belief that everyone is the expert on their own life, but often times we need a little bit of help to unlock our greatness. I hope to be that help for you.
Hello and welcome! I'm Melissa, a trauma therapist with more than 20 years of experience in mental health care. I specialize in helping clients navigate symptoms associated with trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and substance use disorders. I believe therapy works best when clients don't have to hide parts of who they are, and strive to provide a safe, judgment-free space that is sex-positive, body-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and welcoming of folks in poly/ENM relationships. As a clinician with late-diagnosed neurodivergence, I bring both lived experience and respect for the many ways people navigate their worlds.
Hello and welcome! I'm Melissa, a trauma therapist with more than 20 years of experience in mental health care. I specialize in helping clients navigate symptoms associated with trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and substance use disorders. I believe therapy works best when clients don't have to hide parts of who they are, and strive to provide a safe, judgment-free space that is sex-positive, body-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and welcoming of folks in poly/ENM relationships. As a clinician with late-diagnosed neurodivergence, I bring both lived experience and respect for the many ways people navigate their worlds.
Born and raised in Italy and trained and licensed in the US, I bring an outside perspective to American mental health culture. I am not invested in self improvement and optimization culture. Therapy is not just about feeling better. It's about getting better. It should lead to happier minds by reducing fear based patterns and clarifying values and meaning.
Many people I work with feel constrained by fear, rigid expectations, or cultural pressures around productivity and self worth, and are looking for therapy that takes their experience seriously without reducing it to labels.
Born and raised in Italy and trained and licensed in the US, I bring an outside perspective to American mental health culture. I am not invested in self improvement and optimization culture. Therapy is not just about feeling better. It's about getting better. It should lead to happier minds by reducing fear based patterns and clarifying values and meaning.
Many people I work with feel constrained by fear, rigid expectations, or cultural pressures around productivity and self worth, and are looking for therapy that takes their experience seriously without reducing it to labels.
My ideal client is an individual 16 + or couples 18+ ,who regardless of their problems, can identify that they are not living up to their fullest potential, and want to figure out how to do so. They may be struggling with a behavior, infidelity, substance use/abuse, mental health concerns or trauma, and have some insight about what the problems may be, but have struggled to find the time or motivation to address them. The reason they want to address these issues may be due to internal insight, ongoing relationship issues or because of a negative impact to work , school or home life functioning.As noted couples are welcome as well!
My ideal client is an individual 16 + or couples 18+ ,who regardless of their problems, can identify that they are not living up to their fullest potential, and want to figure out how to do so. They may be struggling with a behavior, infidelity, substance use/abuse, mental health concerns or trauma, and have some insight about what the problems may be, but have struggled to find the time or motivation to address them. The reason they want to address these issues may be due to internal insight, ongoing relationship issues or because of a negative impact to work , school or home life functioning.As noted couples are welcome as well!
I approach care with the belief that mental health deserves the same attention, empathy, and expertise as any other medical condition. With training in family medicine and deep experience treating complex behavioral health concerns, I meet people where they are and walk with them toward sustainable healing. You’ll find a judgment-free space built on trust, where goals are realistic, progress is honored, and setbacks are never viewed as failure—just part of the journey.
I approach care with the belief that mental health deserves the same attention, empathy, and expertise as any other medical condition. With training in family medicine and deep experience treating complex behavioral health concerns, I meet people where they are and walk with them toward sustainable healing. You’ll find a judgment-free space built on trust, where goals are realistic, progress is honored, and setbacks are never viewed as failure—just part of the journey.
I work with children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Many come to me seeking support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, substance use, or major life transitions. I help clients understand what’s getting in the way, build practical tools for daily life, and reconnect with their strengths. Together, we create a safe, supportive space where meaningful change becomes possible.
I work with children, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Many come to me seeking support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, substance use, or major life transitions. I help clients understand what’s getting in the way, build practical tools for daily life, and reconnect with their strengths. Together, we create a safe, supportive space where meaningful change becomes possible.
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Secular and Non-Religious Therapists
What is a secular and non religious approach in therapy?
Secular or non-religious therapy is a theoretical orientation used by many therapists and describes a therapeutic approach that does not rely on any specific religious or faith-based beliefs in the therapeutic process. Secular counselors will often approach therapy with an emphasis on evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients, instead of relying on religious practices, such as prayer or belief in God.
Is secular therapy primarily for non-religious people?
Both religious and non-religious individuals can benefit from secular therapy. People exploring their religious or spiritual beliefs may find it especially useful to work with a secular therapist who is unbiased toward any specific religion. While religious individuals might value the connection and familiarity of seeing a counselor who shares their beliefs, secular counseling can offer them the chance to develop coping skills independent of their religious practice, which can be beneficial in various aspects of their lives.
Can a secular approach to therapy help with religious trauma?
One major reason clients may seek a secular therapist is to process previous religious experiences, including religious trauma. Secular therapists can help clients manage symptoms of the trauma through practices such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). They can also encourage clients through talk therapy or psychodynamic approaches to explore the roots of their religious trauma. Since secular therapists do not have any predetermined religious beliefs, they can be particularly helpful for clients looking to explore their own religious beliefs following a history of religious trauma.
What does non religious marriage and premarital counseling involve?
Marriage and premarital counseling typically involves a couple meeting with a therapist to discuss topics such as planning for marriage, navigating a new marriage, addressing relationship challenges, and developing better communication and conflict resolution skills. Non-religious therapists assist couples in achieving these goals without adhering to specific religious beliefs or frameworks, often emphasizing inclusivity and non-judgment, especially for "nontraditional" couples. However, seeking couples therapy from a non-religious counselor does not mean religious topics are off-limits. In fact, non-religious couples from different religious backgrounds may benefit from a secular therapist who remains neutral toward the beliefs of each partner.