Culturally Sensitive Therapists in New Concord, OH

“In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” -Coco Chanel We all have different life experiences, beliefs, values, strengths, challenges, obstacles, levels of support, etc. I utilize an integrative approach that allows me to work with you to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs. Therapeutic techniques can be integrated from Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, Culturally Sensitive, Cognitive Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Psychodynamic, Eye Movement Desensitization and Restructuring (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology.

I possess an authentic ability to empathize with others by offering unconditional compassion towards every person, regardless of their walk of life. My goal is to empower my clients in developing the self-acceptance and confidence to make healthy changes, increase quality of life, and move towards healing and balance. My years in the field have been spent working with diverse groups, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, trauma survivors, and those struggling with various mental health issues.

Therapy is an opportunity to promote healing and personal growth in a supportive and judgement free zone. I have worked in the mental health field as a social worker since 2014. I take a relational approach to counseling as trust and connection are very important to the therapeutic relationship. I work with each client to be trauma-informed and culturally sensitive. I am a trained therapist in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) treatment and Flash technique. I enjoy working to build awareness with how our bodies respond under stress and practicing mindfulness techniques.

Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic life experiences, PMDD or the challenges of postpartum, I'm here to support you at your pace, without judgment. Navigating our own mental health can feel lonely, but you're not alone. I understand the courage it takes to seek support. In our sessions, I'll tailor my approach to your unique experiences and strengths in a culturally-sensitive manner.

I am a LISW with a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. My areas of professional interest include anxiety management, ADHD/neurodivergence, life transitions, family/relationship conflict, and stress. I use the following therapeutic approaches: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, and Collaborative Problem Solving.

We all experience difficult challenges and transitions which can cause painful feelings and disrupt our lives. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, collaborative, and professional relationship to help you navigate these challenges. My focus is on helping client’s explore themselves, gain insight, and ultimately make changes that align with their unique goals. Whether you are looking to improve your relationships, manage anxiety/depression, increase academic or career path satisfaction, work on longstanding difficulties or just to understand yourself more fully, I aim to offer a space that promotes growth and positive outcomes.

You're out of spoons by 9 am, if you had any at all today. You're constantly vacillating between feeling overloaded and shut down. Your world is too much, and your comfort zone has become your prison; months or years pass before you feel confident enough to take any kind of risk at all. Maybe your pets have become your sole source of social interaction, or you live a rich virtual life and daydream about belonging to an actual in person community who accepts you for exactly who you are (whoever that is!). You want to be the curious master of your own universe, and your fear of change has you tethered to a 10-mile radius.

We all share human experience of facing challenges, seeking understanding, and desiring emotional well-being. I've lived with the challenges of navigating life between two cultures, enduring the complexities and confusion that often accompany such a unique upbringing. My lived experience ignited me to develop a skill set to effectively support other women, mothers and children of immigrants living in the diaspora. As a MENA therapist, I understand this step can be daunting. I hope you take comfort in me being here to support you on your journey and guide you towards discovering the inherent healing power within yourself.

Accepting new clients. So often, we wear masks for the benefit of those around us while inside, we suffer. I want to normalize that even though you've been through a lot, there's hope that things can improve. If you want a therapist who takes a non-judgmental stand to support you and guide you through your problems, let me help you. I identify with a culturally sensitive approach because vulnerability is difficult for anyone, and having someone who understands you can help.

In my time as a counselor, I have cultivated a knack for working with adolescents and young adults, and a passion for educating others about healthy relationships. I have the skills and experience to help those currently struggling with issues such as depression and anxiety, difficult life transitions, and traumatic experiences, among others. I am EMDR-trained and utilize a culturally sensitive, trauma-focused approach in my sessions. I approach my work with the understanding that you are a person before you are my client. This means I aim to tailor sessions to your individual needs, and firmly believe you are the expert on you.

When we experience loss, stressors, or trauma, it’s common to feel out of control, lost, and disconnected; anxiety, depression, attachment issues, and burnout are often part of the overwhelm and stress that have become today's norm. Along with everything we're going through now, many of us have had events in our past that impact how we act, feel, and respond to loved ones, to work, and especially to ourselves. As we work to help you identify and heal from these experiences, we can take the steps together to help discover You and the path you're meant to grow on, to find lasting change that you dream of and need.

Do you feel alone, scared, or distressed about how gambling, gaming, pornography, sex or going online makes you feel? Does it feel like you've lost some or all control and are feeling depression, anxiety, isolation, or despair? As a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - III with years of experience providing behavioral and substance use addiction treatment as well as mental health care I am dedicated to offering compassionate and warm support to individuals looking for support. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome their struggles and achieve lasting recovery through a personalized and holistic approach.

Maybe you are a time in your life in which you are questioning all that you held to be true. Maybe you are feeling lonely, or are wanting more access to that small voice inside you that knows the way to go, but often gets ignored. Whatever brings you here, it takes courage to take the first step and begin. I believe that much of our sorrow and struggles are rooted in relational harm in our past, and that similarly, there is healing to be found in not remaining alone in your experience and process of past and present pain. I would be honored to join you as you step more fully into the stories that have shaped who you are.

INFJ with a warm congruent approach that focuses directly on your needs with empathy and direct communication and solutions. My experience is working with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I am in my current doctrate program graduating with my Ph.D. in Psychology.

Everyone who comes to therapy has a reason and a story. I would be honored to listen to your story and guide you down the best path to feel whole again. I believe that the best therapeutic outcomes develop out of a trusting relationship with your therapist and I attempt to connect on that level in every intervention. I have worked in the mental health field in some form for 22 years and counting.

Is life becoming too much to handle or overwhelming? Do you feel stuck in a web of anxiety or over thinking every little detail? Is it a struggle to get out of bed and face day to day life? Do you want to learn ways to help you face this chaotic world? I aim to help people gain insight into their struggles and build skills to move forward.

You are the expert on your life; you are the one who knows what goal you want to set up for your happiness. Do not let your stress, anxiety, depression, and self-defeating thoughts hold you back from your goal. People are often diagnosed with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Risk factors for SUD usually include trauma, stress, anxiety, and depression. Acknowledging the symptoms are often difficult, with the therapy you will find your strength, triggers, and patterns and will be able to perceive a positive world to have a successful happy life.

I've been practicing for several years. I specialize in helping people overcome tough experiences like trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as sort through feelings and handle life more smoothly. I've dealt with lots of folks who are juggling multiple issues at once. Our sessions will feel like a friendly conversation aimed at moving you forward! We are open to all, promising a safe and inclusive space! We invite everyone, regardless of their background or abilities, to be their true self. My job is to help you reach your personal healing objectives. We're flexible with schedules and offer both in-person and online sessions.

Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Do you find the conflicts between you have gotten worse and feel as though there is no resolution? Do you want to rekindle the physical and emotional intimacy in your relationship? I am passionate about helping couples in distress find hope and healing, even when they may feel all hope is lost.