Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Moraine, OH
Cassie Kooser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Moraine, OH 45439
Human connection is vital to the therapeutic practice and so during therapy, I do my best to provide a safe space to explore emotions and challenges as well as providing a space that is LGBTQIA+ affirming, anti-racist and Disability Justice Oriented. While I work with clients who experience a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, depression, and work stress, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma using cognitive, existential, somatic and polyvagal approaches.
Human connection is vital to the therapeutic practice and so during therapy, I do my best to provide a safe space to explore emotions and challenges as well as providing a space that is LGBTQIA+ affirming, anti-racist and Disability Justice Oriented. While I work with clients who experience a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, depression, and work stress, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma using cognitive, existential, somatic and polyvagal approaches.
Leanna Pittsenbarger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Moraine, OH 45439
Dr. Pittsenbarger specializes in psychological and psychoeducational assessments in children and adults, with the goal of making the testing process as comfortable as possible and administering thorough testing batteries, providing diagnostic clarity, and creating recommendations for what to do next. Dr. Pittsenbarger utilizes a blend of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and feminist therapy in her work with her clients, while incorporating components of mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills.
Dr. Pittsenbarger specializes in psychological and psychoeducational assessments in children and adults, with the goal of making the testing process as comfortable as possible and administering thorough testing batteries, providing diagnostic clarity, and creating recommendations for what to do next. Dr. Pittsenbarger utilizes a blend of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and feminist therapy in her work with her clients, while incorporating components of mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills.
Christopher Courtney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
Moraine, OH 45439
Hi! I'm Chris and if you are struggling with some sort of mental or emotional weight, please consider giving me a call...as a therapist I work and have worked on an individual level with a great deal with adolescents and older, dealing with events and challenges involving depression, trauma, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, as well as obstacles such as low self esteem and types of neurodivergence. I enjoy working with people and helping them learn to advocate for themselves and better thrive in everyday life.
Hi! I'm Chris and if you are struggling with some sort of mental or emotional weight, please consider giving me a call...as a therapist I work and have worked on an individual level with a great deal with adolescents and older, dealing with events and challenges involving depression, trauma, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, as well as obstacles such as low self esteem and types of neurodivergence. I enjoy working with people and helping them learn to advocate for themselves and better thrive in everyday life.
Meredith Lt Montgomery
Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Moraine, OH 45439
Waitlist for new clients
I work predominantly, but not exclusively, with male clients. I have been described as pragmatic (definition: "dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations" & "the study of how context contributes to meaning.") My approach in counseling is well captured in these descriptions. We will approach things sensibly and realistically, seeking understanding, clarity, & truth. We will explore language and context to gain insight, guide decision making, and heal old wounds. We will work as partners to identify growth areas, resolve issues, set goals, & affect change.
I work predominantly, but not exclusively, with male clients. I have been described as pragmatic (definition: "dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations" & "the study of how context contributes to meaning.") My approach in counseling is well captured in these descriptions. We will approach things sensibly and realistically, seeking understanding, clarity, & truth. We will explore language and context to gain insight, guide decision making, and heal old wounds. We will work as partners to identify growth areas, resolve issues, set goals, & affect change.
Macie Hobbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moraine, OH 45439
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I want to empower my clients to be the best version of themselves, while also showing love and compassion for their flaws, because hey, we're all human! I utilize Cognitive-Behavior Therapy approaches, including Person-centered, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, and Strength Based modalities. I like to use creative tools to help aide the treatment process, such as art, music, and writing. I focus on providing individual therapy, therefore I do not offer family or couples counseling.
As a therapist, I want to empower my clients to be the best version of themselves, while also showing love and compassion for their flaws, because hey, we're all human! I utilize Cognitive-Behavior Therapy approaches, including Person-centered, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, and Strength Based modalities. I like to use creative tools to help aide the treatment process, such as art, music, and writing. I focus on providing individual therapy, therefore I do not offer family or couples counseling.
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Smarter Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45409 (Online Only)
I use a range of evidenced-based treatment models, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness interventions, and Interpersonal Therapy approaches.
I use a range of evidenced-based treatment models, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness interventions, and Interpersonal Therapy approaches.
Susan C Wawrose
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, JD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Oakwood, OH 45419
I tend to work from a variety of perspectives including mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), CBT, and body awareness.
My expertise is with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and difficulty adjusting to life changes. Often clients come to me feeling stuck, seeking relief from stress, or feeling disconnected and alone. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental setting where clients feel safe to address these issues. My goal is to help clients gain insight and draw on their strengths to find the best way forward through difficult times.
I tend to work from a variety of perspectives including mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), CBT, and body awareness.
My expertise is with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and difficulty adjusting to life changes. Often clients come to me feeling stuck, seeking relief from stress, or feeling disconnected and alone. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental setting where clients feel safe to address these issues. My goal is to help clients gain insight and draw on their strengths to find the best way forward through difficult times.
Sharon Shaver
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT
Verified Verified
Kettering, OH 45409
To do this work I utilize several different treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Changes in life can be stressful. Whether you’ve recently started a new job, had a new child, entered or exited a relationship, or retired! All major changes in life come with an adjustment period. Unfortunately, the stress and pressure of these changes can often bring with them anxiety, depression, questions of self worth, and shine a light on the shortcomings of our personal relationships.
To do this work I utilize several different treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Changes in life can be stressful. Whether you’ve recently started a new job, had a new child, entered or exited a relationship, or retired! All major changes in life come with an adjustment period. Unfortunately, the stress and pressure of these changes can often bring with them anxiety, depression, questions of self worth, and shine a light on the shortcomings of our personal relationships.
Dr. Bridget Jones
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dayton, OH 45429
I use an integrative approach using CBT, ACT, and DBT.
I'm happy you are here. I work with women and new parents who are struggling with the transition to pregnancy or parenting and want to feel more enjoyment and confidence in their new identity and relationships. I know it can be intimidating to consider therapy. You may be pregnant or newly postpartum, grappling with the physical, emotional, and environmental changes that come with such a transition. You may be a tired or stressed out parent, trying to “have it all” but always falling behind the endless to-dos. I understand the difficulties that come with expanding your family. We can work together to improve your wellbeing.
I use an integrative approach using CBT, ACT, and DBT.
I'm happy you are here. I work with women and new parents who are struggling with the transition to pregnancy or parenting and want to feel more enjoyment and confidence in their new identity and relationships. I know it can be intimidating to consider therapy. You may be pregnant or newly postpartum, grappling with the physical, emotional, and environmental changes that come with such a transition. You may be a tired or stressed out parent, trying to “have it all” but always falling behind the endless to-dos. I understand the difficulties that come with expanding your family. We can work together to improve your wellbeing.
Kelly D. Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45419
Through various modalities including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) , CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other interventions,.
I believe wholeness is the essential nature we are all born with. None of us come into the world feeling unlovable, unworthy or undeserving. Inequities, injustices and trauma pervade our external world. Our individual experiences, environment and the "unknown" may leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed and or struggling to manage our emotions, ultimately impacting our relationships, jobs and more. It is never too late to heal. No matter what has happened to us, healing may allow us to find wholeness, balance and flip the script of our lives.
Through various modalities including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) , CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other interventions,.
I believe wholeness is the essential nature we are all born with. None of us come into the world feeling unlovable, unworthy or undeserving. Inequities, injustices and trauma pervade our external world. Our individual experiences, environment and the "unknown" may leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed and or struggling to manage our emotions, ultimately impacting our relationships, jobs and more. It is never too late to heal. No matter what has happened to us, healing may allow us to find wholeness, balance and flip the script of our lives.
Marquita Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kettering, OH 45409
My objective is to create a secure and welcoming environment for clients, allowing them to freely share their stories while fostering hope, self-acceptance, insight, and confidence.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I adopt a collaborative approach, incorporating evidence-based treatment models tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're an individual, family, teenager, or child aged 7 and above, I'm equipped to address a range of concerns. My areas of expertise encompass family trauma, childhood trauma, the unique challenges faced by grandparents raising grandchildren, and parenting-related issues. Together, we'll embark on a therapeutic journey customized to support your well-being.
My objective is to create a secure and welcoming environment for clients, allowing them to freely share their stories while fostering hope, self-acceptance, insight, and confidence.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I adopt a collaborative approach, incorporating evidence-based treatment models tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're an individual, family, teenager, or child aged 7 and above, I'm equipped to address a range of concerns. My areas of expertise encompass family trauma, childhood trauma, the unique challenges faced by grandparents raising grandchildren, and parenting-related issues. Together, we'll embark on a therapeutic journey customized to support your well-being.
Michael Accardo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45423 (Online Only)
I have crafted a career working with Transgender and Gender Diverse individuals, recognizing their unique challenges, providing specialized care that validates their identities, and receiving specialty training and support through WPATH. Additionally, my expertise extends to working with Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, building an accommodating environment to optimize therapeutic outcomes and enhance a sense of identity. I have a particular focus on addressing Racial Stress and Trauma, ensuring culturally competent care. We all have unique perspectives and strengths that can be cultivated to overcome any challenge.
I have crafted a career working with Transgender and Gender Diverse individuals, recognizing their unique challenges, providing specialized care that validates their identities, and receiving specialty training and support through WPATH. Additionally, my expertise extends to working with Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, building an accommodating environment to optimize therapeutic outcomes and enhance a sense of identity. I have a particular focus on addressing Racial Stress and Trauma, ensuring culturally competent care. We all have unique perspectives and strengths that can be cultivated to overcome any challenge.
Devonna Rogers-Seger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kettering, OH 45429
I work with a variety of clients, all having one thing in common: They are unhappy with the direction their life has taken and seek insight so that their lives can change. Whether they are wanting to process a life event and only want to come one or two sessions, or whether they want to make a long-term connection with a counselor, I tailor my therapy to my clients' needs. My approach is interactive, engaging my clients in conversations that help them process past or present events, so that they can find their own path to healing.
I work with a variety of clients, all having one thing in common: They are unhappy with the direction their life has taken and seek insight so that their lives can change. Whether they are wanting to process a life event and only want to come one or two sessions, or whether they want to make a long-term connection with a counselor, I tailor my therapy to my clients' needs. My approach is interactive, engaging my clients in conversations that help them process past or present events, so that they can find their own path to healing.
Chanel Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45409
I specialize in seeing clients who struggle with over controlled personality types. Do you work too much? Want things to be perfect? Strongly dislike being out of control of situations? Or feel like you have to do things in order for them to be done correctly? If this sounds like you and these symptoms cause you distress, give our office a call!
I specialize in seeing clients who struggle with over controlled personality types. Do you work too much? Want things to be perfect? Strongly dislike being out of control of situations? Or feel like you have to do things in order for them to be done correctly? If this sounds like you and these symptoms cause you distress, give our office a call!
Dayton Therapy and Assessment Practice, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Oakwood, OH 45419
I am Josh Shuman, PsyD, ABPP, a Board Certified clinical psychologist serving the Dayton area. What therapy with me is like: Solution-focused and encouraging. We'll go at the pace that you set. You won’t only hear “How does that make you feel?” in therapy with me. I will also help you learn the skills necessary to survive- even thrive- through your worst times. Collaboratively, we will do this together. How: We'll work together to identify your strengths, your mental and emotional “stuck points,” and where you can benefit from self-care and new ways of thinking and feeling that you may not have considered before.
I am Josh Shuman, PsyD, ABPP, a Board Certified clinical psychologist serving the Dayton area. What therapy with me is like: Solution-focused and encouraging. We'll go at the pace that you set. You won’t only hear “How does that make you feel?” in therapy with me. I will also help you learn the skills necessary to survive- even thrive- through your worst times. Collaboratively, we will do this together. How: We'll work together to identify your strengths, your mental and emotional “stuck points,” and where you can benefit from self-care and new ways of thinking and feeling that you may not have considered before.
John Wheeler
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Kettering, OH 45409
Every person's journey through life is unique and will inevitably bring about challenging situations, particularly when we feel unable to handle the challenges we are facing. As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a trusting and warm environment, to allow you to explore and gain understanding of the challenges you face, as well as the possibilities that may create a positive change. I utilize person-centered and integrated approaches in therapy to address the dynamics of your inner life and commit to supporting your emotional growth, which allows me to create a therapeutic experience that's unique to each client.
Every person's journey through life is unique and will inevitably bring about challenging situations, particularly when we feel unable to handle the challenges we are facing. As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a trusting and warm environment, to allow you to explore and gain understanding of the challenges you face, as well as the possibilities that may create a positive change. I utilize person-centered and integrated approaches in therapy to address the dynamics of your inner life and commit to supporting your emotional growth, which allows me to create a therapeutic experience that's unique to each client.
Brenda Haney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCDC, III
Verified Verified
Kettering, OH 45409 (Online Only)
A warm non-judgemental attitude will insure that every session is as productive as possible.
I rely on evidence-based therapies proven to improve outcomes, get to the heart of the problem and resolve it as quickly as possible.
Confidential therapeutic interventions compliment the client's own strengths to identify and initiate a path to recovery.
A warm non-judgemental attitude will insure that every session is as productive as possible.
I rely on evidence-based therapies proven to improve outcomes, get to the heart of the problem and resolve it as quickly as possible.
Confidential therapeutic interventions compliment the client's own strengths to identify and initiate a path to recovery.
Catherine Otto
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Kettering, OH 45429 (Online Only)
If you are sitting there and wondering to yourself why do I feel this way, why am I not living or producing the life that I desire or maybe you have had some traumatic events in your life that you desire to break through so that you can engage again in life, or that you do not feel comfortable in your own skin. I am here to help with over 21 years of experience in counseling and specializing in psychopathology. I use humor in my sessions to help build rapport and to help clients experience laughter in their day.
If you are sitting there and wondering to yourself why do I feel this way, why am I not living or producing the life that I desire or maybe you have had some traumatic events in your life that you desire to break through so that you can engage again in life, or that you do not feel comfortable in your own skin. I am here to help with over 21 years of experience in counseling and specializing in psychopathology. I use humor in my sessions to help build rapport and to help clients experience laughter in their day.
Dr. Michelle Flaum
Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S, DCMHS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dayton, OH 45419 (Online Only)
I would characterize my approach to working with clients as both holistic and strength-based. I feel that achieving mental and emotional well-being and healthy relationships requires paying attention to all areas of self: the mind, body and spirit. In addition, I try to help my clients achieve mental, emotional and relational health by building on the strengths already present in their lives. I firmly believe that people have the ability to make positive changes in their lives, and I see it as my job to help clients identify and traverse the steps necessary to achieving these changes.
I would characterize my approach to working with clients as both holistic and strength-based. I feel that achieving mental and emotional well-being and healthy relationships requires paying attention to all areas of self: the mind, body and spirit. In addition, I try to help my clients achieve mental, emotional and relational health by building on the strengths already present in their lives. I firmly believe that people have the ability to make positive changes in their lives, and I see it as my job to help clients identify and traverse the steps necessary to achieving these changes.
Hannah Castillo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45435 (Online Only)
Finding balance can sometimes seem impossible. Often anxiety or sadness take over at the worst times and leave you feeling scared and alone. Finding a counselor you connect with can be one step toward reclaiming the life you deserve. Starting counseling can be exciting and undoubtedly a little scary, but I try to make that process as easy as possible.
Finding balance can sometimes seem impossible. Often anxiety or sadness take over at the worst times and leave you feeling scared and alone. Finding a counselor you connect with can be one step toward reclaiming the life you deserve. Starting counseling can be exciting and undoubtedly a little scary, but I try to make that process as easy as possible.
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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.