Anxiety Therapists in Miamiville, OH

Bonnie Runions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Serves Area
I have helped individuals process and overcome struggles related to depression, anxiety, substance use, domestic violence and trauma
I graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Addiction Counselor. I have worked in a variety of public and private treatment facility offering both mental health and addiction therapy. I use a combination of therapeutic approaches including: Client Centered, Solution Focused, Trauma-Based, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy, as well as others when indicated.I graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker a
I have helped individuals process and overcome struggles related to depression, anxiety, substance use, domestic violence and trauma
I graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Addiction Counselor. I have worked in a variety of public and private treatment facility offering both mental health and addiction therapy. I use a combination of therapeutic approaches including: Client Centered, Solution Focused, Trauma-Based, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy, as well as others when indicated.I graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker a
(513) 822-4668 View (513) 822-4668
Patrick Ortiz
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Serves Area
At LifeStance Health, he provides individual and couples therapy for those navigating anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
He uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and couples/marital counseling to support emotional regulation, communication, and personal growth.
At LifeStance Health, he provides individual and couples therapy for those navigating anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
He uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and couples/marital counseling to support emotional regulation, communication, and personal growth.
(513) 449-2758 View (513) 449-2758
Dr. Sean Spille
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
Sean is especially passionate about health psychology, men’s mental health, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. He has particular clinical interest in sleep disorders and insomnia, weight management, readiness for bariatric surgery, and sexual health and wellness concerns, including male sexual dysfunctions and concerns related to pornography use. Sean also works with patients exploring identity, masculinity, and personal growth, helping them better understand the connections between mental, emotional, and physical well-being. His approach emphasizes culturally informed care that honors each patient’s unique experiences, values, and goals.
Sean is especially passionate about health psychology, men’s mental health, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. He has particular clinical interest in sleep disorders and insomnia, weight management, readiness for bariatric surgery, and sexual health and wellness concerns, including male sexual dysfunctions and concerns related to pornography use. Sean also works with patients exploring identity, masculinity, and personal growth, helping them better understand the connections between mental, emotional, and physical well-being. His approach emphasizes culturally informed care that honors each patient’s unique experiences, values, and goals.
(513) 472-2902 View (513) 472-2902
John Mallery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Online Only
His areas of interest and experience include, anxiety, depression, adjustment, ADHD, grief, mood disorders, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders and LGBTQI
John Mallery is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received his master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Kentucky and his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Thomas More University. He has advanced training and experience in mental health first response. He has over 30 years working in all levels of behavioral health care, including outpatient, inpatient and residential settings. He provides individual counseling for adolescents and adults ages 16 to 65+.John Mallery is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received his master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Kentucky and his ba
His areas of interest and experience include, anxiety, depression, adjustment, ADHD, grief, mood disorders, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders and LGBTQI
John Mallery is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received his master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Kentucky and his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Thomas More University. He has advanced training and experience in mental health first response. He has over 30 years working in all levels of behavioral health care, including outpatient, inpatient and residential settings. He provides individual counseling for adolescents and adults ages 16 to 65+.John Mallery is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received his master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Kentucky and his ba
(513) 717-6846 View (513) 717-6846
Maryellen Smolenski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Serves Area
She has extensive experience helping individuals, families, and couples who have difficulty dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief and loss, PTSD, and complex trauma.
Maryellen Smolenski holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Kentucky, a master’s degree in expressive therapy from the University of Louisville and a bachelor’s degree in art and psychology from Southern Connecticut State University. She has 40 years of clinical experience working in residential, in-patient and private practice with groups and individuals. She was an adjunct faculty member serving on thesis review committees, conducting graduate seminars and teaching classes in therapy practice with several local universities.
She has extensive experience helping individuals, families, and couples who have difficulty dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief and loss, PTSD, and complex trauma.
Maryellen Smolenski holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Kentucky, a master’s degree in expressive therapy from the University of Louisville and a bachelor’s degree in art and psychology from Southern Connecticut State University. She has 40 years of clinical experience working in residential, in-patient and private practice with groups and individuals. She was an adjunct faculty member serving on thesis review committees, conducting graduate seminars and teaching classes in therapy practice with several local universities.
(513) 436-6754 View (513) 436-6754
Jessica Gilliland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Serves Area
Jessica’s clinical focus centers on treating ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma—conditions that often disrupt daily life and relationships but are highly responsive to thoughtful, individualized care.
A dedicated advocate for neurodivergent individuals and underserved populations, Jessica has a particular passion for working with clients from the adoption and foster care community, as well as those on the Autism spectrum. She values creating inclusive, affirming environments where every person feels understood and empowered.
Jessica’s clinical focus centers on treating ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma—conditions that often disrupt daily life and relationships but are highly responsive to thoughtful, individualized care.
A dedicated advocate for neurodivergent individuals and underserved populations, Jessica has a particular passion for working with clients from the adoption and foster care community, as well as those on the Autism spectrum. She values creating inclusive, affirming environments where every person feels understood and empowered.
(513) 951-6421 View (513) 951-6421
Michele Fischer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Serves Area
Michele specializes in TF-CBT, and Psychotherapy for Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Posttraumatic Stress DO.
She can help you express and understand their emotions, while also assisting you to identify your values. Together you and Michele can lay everything out, organize what really matters according to your values, and then plan for behavioral and thought changes that will help you to experience healing, growth, and fuller happiness in your life.
Michele specializes in TF-CBT, and Psychotherapy for Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Posttraumatic Stress DO.
She can help you express and understand their emotions, while also assisting you to identify your values. Together you and Michele can lay everything out, organize what really matters according to your values, and then plan for behavioral and thought changes that will help you to experience healing, growth, and fuller happiness in your life.
(513) 654-1537 View (513) 654-1537
Mary Colby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Serves Area
In her practice, Mary frequently works with adults facing anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma.
She also provides support for individuals managing bipolar disorder, grief, postpartum depression and anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Her therapeutic approach draws from evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques.
In her practice, Mary frequently works with adults facing anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma.
She also provides support for individuals managing bipolar disorder, grief, postpartum depression and anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Her therapeutic approach draws from evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques.
(513) 613-3870 View (513) 613-3870
Andrew Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Serves Area
His areas of interest and experience include working with adults experiencing: Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD, Late Life Transitions, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Psychosis.
He sees clients ages 18 and up.
His areas of interest and experience include working with adults experiencing: Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD, Late Life Transitions, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Psychosis.
He sees clients ages 18 and up.
(513) 540-4713 View (513) 540-4713
Heather Thornberry
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
She also offers additional therapeutic approaches to support a wide range of mental health needs, including anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and relationship concerns.
Heather is especially passionate about working with individuals who have recently been discharged from a psychiatric hospital or who are participating in court-ordered treatment. She understands that these transitions can feel overwhelming and focuses on helping clients rebuild confidence, develop healthy coping strategies, and maintain stability during critical periods of recovery. Her goal is to provide structured, supportive care that empowers clients to move forward with clarity and resilience.
She also offers additional therapeutic approaches to support a wide range of mental health needs, including anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and relationship concerns.
Heather is especially passionate about working with individuals who have recently been discharged from a psychiatric hospital or who are participating in court-ordered treatment. She understands that these transitions can feel overwhelming and focuses on helping clients rebuild confidence, develop healthy coping strategies, and maintain stability during critical periods of recovery. Her goal is to provide structured, supportive care that empowers clients to move forward with clarity and resilience.
(513) 995-7781 View (513) 995-7781
Freedom Bound Health Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Online Only
Welcome! I look forward to meeting you online and working together to help you regain balance in life. I bring over 35 years of experience with children, families, and individuals—30 years as a Youth Minister and 15 years in community mental health. In our sessions, I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore how thoughts impact emotions and behaviors. I also enjoy incorporating mindfulness and spirituality to help you discover your purpose and create a more meaningful, balanced life.
Welcome! I look forward to meeting you online and working together to help you regain balance in life. I bring over 35 years of experience with children, families, and individuals—30 years as a Youth Minister and 15 years in community mental health. In our sessions, I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore how thoughts impact emotions and behaviors. I also enjoy incorporating mindfulness and spirituality to help you discover your purpose and create a more meaningful, balanced life.
(513) 436-6928 View (513) 436-6928
Raymond Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Serves Area
(513) 216-2125 View (513) 216-2125

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Keena Grimes
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Online Only
I work with clients who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, difficulty managing relationships and self-esteem.
I offer individual therapy for teens and adults. My theoretical orientation has a trauma-informed, strength-based approach, that supports building upon the strengths of the individual or family. I like to meet people where they are.
I work with clients who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, difficulty managing relationships and self-esteem.
I offer individual therapy for teens and adults. My theoretical orientation has a trauma-informed, strength-based approach, that supports building upon the strengths of the individual or family. I like to meet people where they are.
(513) 796-7082 View (513) 796-7082
Tammy Pacheco
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CCATP, CCTP, CSAM
3 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45249
I specialize in helping women who are struggling with anxiety, codependency, and/or trauma to overcome past painful learning experiences, so they can flourish without fear or regret.
Seeing each client as an individual with different needs and circumstances, I develop specific individual treatment plans, based on current cutting edge modalities, for each client. I am certified in anxiety and trauma treatment modalities. I have found that by working together, you can make lasting changes and build the life you desire.
I specialize in helping women who are struggling with anxiety, codependency, and/or trauma to overcome past painful learning experiences, so they can flourish without fear or regret.
Seeing each client as an individual with different needs and circumstances, I develop specific individual treatment plans, based on current cutting edge modalities, for each client. I am certified in anxiety and trauma treatment modalities. I have found that by working together, you can make lasting changes and build the life you desire.
(513) 486-2129 View (513) 486-2129
Rachel Sparn
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Virtual only, but PSYPACT licensed, thus can see clients in several states! Let's chat and see if we're a good fit. An unresolved past can creep its way into present life. Feeling stuck in current relationships, struggling to deal with stress and problems, feeling down on yourself, unsure where to turn next, and thinking your past experiences may play a role but its unclear how and to what extent. Feel familiar?
Virtual only, but PSYPACT licensed, thus can see clients in several states! Let's chat and see if we're a good fit. An unresolved past can creep its way into present life. Feeling stuck in current relationships, struggling to deal with stress and problems, feeling down on yourself, unsure where to turn next, and thinking your past experiences may play a role but its unclear how and to what extent. Feel familiar?
(513) 370-2603 View (513) 370-2603
Cassie Kingan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , BA, MS, LPCC-S
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I love being a therapist and assisting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, chronic illness/pain, career/education/life transitions, specific LGBTQIA+ needs, neurodiversity, divorce/separation, peri/post-partum, peri/menopause, parenting, relationships, spirituality, sexuality.
In session, we may also explore the impact of the client’s social system that includes, race, culture, socio-economic status, ability, religion, gender dynamics, sexuality & family history. I invite clients to explore their histories, emotions, and sensations in the mind and body...maybe for the first time!
I love being a therapist and assisting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, chronic illness/pain, career/education/life transitions, specific LGBTQIA+ needs, neurodiversity, divorce/separation, peri/post-partum, peri/menopause, parenting, relationships, spirituality, sexuality.
In session, we may also explore the impact of the client’s social system that includes, race, culture, socio-economic status, ability, religion, gender dynamics, sexuality & family history. I invite clients to explore their histories, emotions, and sensations in the mind and body...maybe for the first time!
(440) 379-8807 View (440) 379-8807
Deidre Brooke
Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Only
I attended The Ohio State University in Columbus majoring in psychology. I obtained my bachelors degree in 2004. I attended Ashland Theological Seminary for a masters degree in Clinical & Pastoral Counseling. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, residential programs, crisis intervention in local emergency rooms and in the community. I am comfortable working with clients in crisis. I enjoy working with clients struggling with substance use. I approach clients as partners in your treatment and strive to be non-judgemental.
I attended The Ohio State University in Columbus majoring in psychology. I obtained my bachelors degree in 2004. I attended Ashland Theological Seminary for a masters degree in Clinical & Pastoral Counseling. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, residential programs, crisis intervention in local emergency rooms and in the community. I am comfortable working with clients in crisis. I enjoy working with clients struggling with substance use. I approach clients as partners in your treatment and strive to be non-judgemental.
(513) 949-4023 View (513) 949-4023
Christina Mayhaus
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, NCC
3 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45212
Christina Mayhaus is an independently licensed clinical counselor. Christina received her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati and her Master of Arts in Counseling from Xavier University. Christina has grown up in Cincinnati. She has been working with children, teens, young adults, and adults in the mental health field for over 15 years.
Christina Mayhaus is an independently licensed clinical counselor. Christina received her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati and her Master of Arts in Counseling from Xavier University. Christina has grown up in Cincinnati. She has been working with children, teens, young adults, and adults in the mental health field for over 15 years.
(513) 399-7803 View (513) 399-7803
Keva Rice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Online Only
Are you feeling anxious, angry, or irritable AF or just DGAF anymore?
I possess both a Master’s degree in Psychology and in Social Work and have extensive experience working with Veterans, women, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I primarily work with clients who are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, race-based stress, self-esteem concerns, significant life transitions and other interpersonal challenges.
Are you feeling anxious, angry, or irritable AF or just DGAF anymore?
I possess both a Master’s degree in Psychology and in Social Work and have extensive experience working with Veterans, women, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I primarily work with clients who are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, race-based stress, self-esteem concerns, significant life transitions and other interpersonal challenges.
(216) 284-8717 View (216) 284-8717
Alexis Aghotte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I work with adults managing a variety of life issues, including anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma histories.
Many of us develop adaptations and coping mechanisms to navigate a world that can be overwhelming, confusing, or even scary. These adaptations may serve us temporarily, but they can hinder us as we move through life. My goal is to help you understand and build compassion toward yourself while making intentional choices as you grow.
I work with adults managing a variety of life issues, including anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma histories.
Many of us develop adaptations and coping mechanisms to navigate a world that can be overwhelming, confusing, or even scary. These adaptations may serve us temporarily, but they can hinder us as we move through life. My goal is to help you understand and build compassion toward yourself while making intentional choices as you grow.
(513) 434-3441 View (513) 434-3441

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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.