Therapists in New Holland, OH

We have a team ready to serve you. I look forward to connecting you to the best therapist to cultivate hope through genuine connection. I lead a team of therapists that journey with their clients to help them in obtaining their hope of experiencing more positivity in their lives, improving their relationships, or achieving personal goals. We will work to clarify your goals and utilize your strengths to overcome your hurdles and barriers to achieving those goals. You can go to our website frontporchcounseling.com for list of cousnelors.

I have experience working with all types of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and complex trauma. My secondary specialties include severe chronic mental illness, relationship problems, recovery from previous domestic violence, LTGBQ+ concerns, self-harm, and developmental or attachment wounds from childhood. I continue to take continuing education classes to improve my knowledge and skills in these areas. I especially enjoy working with clients motivated to improve their lives and willing to take responsibility for their success rather than expecting others to do their work.

I’m passionate about helping teens and adults navigate through boundaries and values distinctive to them. At the same time, I also like helping people understand why and what they are feeling. Adverse life experiences and shame can impact the way we interact with the world around us. This can lead to further depression, anxiety and risky situations. By us walking together through the complexity and unique intricate workings of the human experience, my hope is by the end of our time you have grown in an understanding of yourself and the relationships you hold.

Sometimes in life we can encounter difficult life challenges, transitions or mental health struggles. When life feels overwhelming it can help to have someone to confide in and work through these obstacles. I believe in building on one’s current strengths as well as learning new skills that fit one’s own needs and goals. I provide support to others as they navigate difficult life experiences and emotions while working through them.

Building a trusting, collaborative relationship is at the forefront of my work, though I’m aware this looks differently with each of my clients. I see the process of change as occurring in the context of relationships and through exploration of patterns that may be preventing one from living a fulfilling life. Through the discovery of these patterns, we can begin to understand how to live life more genuinely. I am a relational and psychodynamic therapist who incorporates various therapeutic approaches and interventions, including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques.

I believe that knowing the truth about ourselves, others, and the world can free us to live fully and be our healthiest selves. Through an open and trusting relationship with a therapist, people can feel safe to be real, be known, and be understood. From that place of understanding we can work together to help you align the truth with your life to reach your goals. I approach clients with intentionality and empathy and view us as a team, and I believe that together we can make progress towards any goal.

Welcome to a safe space where healing continues with more compassion and acceptance. I specialize in supporting adults and couples in overcoming and managing symptoms of trauma and exposure to violence. Whether you've experienced abuse, neglect, or are dealing with family conflict, depression, anxiety, grief, or relationship issues, I am here to guide you on a journey towards resilience and well-being. I believe in the transformative power of understanding your nervous system and approaching yourself with compassion.

My ideal therapy situation is working with a client who is hoping to explore options to resolve circumstances that are causing them pain and discomfort. This will undoubtedly involve personal change, so a willingness to look at self and the courage to take steps to move forward are necessary. Recognizing how difficult this can be, therapy requires a safe and brave space allowing the client to practice vulnerability which leads to openness to change. My person-centered approach places the client in the “driver’s seat”, allowing them to set the pace but with guidance and support to push forward.

I am passionate about helping others work through their challenges and discover their strengths. I believe we already possess what we need but sometimes require others to help us see it more clearly. My approach is to get a full picture of your life and to highlight practical opportunities for growth. Through validation and encouragement, I want to make sure you do not feel alone in your struggles. Instead, I want you to feel supported, capable and confident!

I have experience working with all types of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and complex trauma. My secondary specialties include severe chronic mental illness, relationship problems, recovery from previous domestic violence, LTGBQ+ concerns, self-harm, and developmental or attachment wounds from childhood. I continue to take continuing education classes to improve my knowledge and skills in these areas. I especially enjoy working with clients motivated to improve their lives and willing to take responsibility for their success rather than expecting others to do their work.

I truly believe that we all have personal strengths that help us work through life’s difficulties. We sometimes just need others to help us identify those strengths as well as ways to utilize them to cope and find solutions. I find it a privilege to walk along side clients as they discover their strengths, heal from trauma, and work to repair relationships with self and others.

I have experience working with all types of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and complex trauma. My secondary specialties include severe chronic mental illness, relationship problems, recovery from previous domestic violence, LTGBQ+ concerns, self-harm, and developmental or attachment wounds from childhood. I continue to take continuing education classes to improve my knowledge and skills in these areas. I especially enjoy working with clients motivated to improve their lives and willing to take responsibility for their success rather than expecting others to do their work.

People can heal from trauma. But you don't have to do this alone. People pleasing, relationship stress, anger, chronic pain, addictions, shame, insecurity; just a few ways trauma tends to show itself in your life. When people decide to get curious about how the wounding moments in life have impacted their self-worth and worldview, then healing can occur. You deserve to heal. And you deserve support through this process. I help people let go of shame, rediscover who they are, and find reasons to smile again. I would be honored to help discover what healing looks like for you, should you choose to no longer travel that path alone.

The Counseling Center of Southwest Ohio is proud to serve a wide range of areas across our great state, including the Greater Cincinnati Area. We specialize in providing timely and effective help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma. We are dedicated to helping you reach your goals, whatever they may be. We believe the key to personal transformation resides in understanding your personal journey so far and identifying the experiences that have shaped you. Our empathetic professionals will offer a listening ear, compassionate support, and targeted strategies to help you craft a new path forward.

Together we create a judgement-free zone where the focus is on your life, dreams & happiness. Feeling stuck, stalled or struggling? Many of my clients are just like you. Maybe you have hit a rough patch at work or your relationship isn't what you want it to be...perhaps you need someone to lean on while you work through a life transition.... or you are attempting to gather your courage to try something outside of your comfort zone like opening a business, exploring opportunities or seeking a new relationship. The possibilities are endless & I would love to help you along the way.

I have over 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples to address issues related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, child abuse/neglect/trauma, behavioral issues, and grief/loss. I also have experience working with the court system and with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Thank you for seeking out help. It takes bravery and courage to take this step. Sarah Machamer is a clinical social worker who earned a master's degree from Ohio University. Sarah has experience in trauma focused care, crisis work, counseling, and evaluation. She is EMDR Therapy trained, and is skilled at meeting clients where they are through a trauma focused perspective. With a strength based and integrative approach, Sarah is passionate about moving clients into a place of change, and healing.

Do you find yourself constantly thinking about the future or the past, procrastinating issues in the present, and often feel like you're unable to live in the moment? Trauma, anxiety, and depression can be a great burden on our mental and physical well being. Through training and experience, I’ve learned that our brain and body have an innate ability to heal and recover. It is possible to find peace and feel more confident in who you are. I look at therapy as an opportunity for transformation. To improve your understanding and relationship with yourself and others.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by big feelings like depression or anxiety? Is there a seemingly insurmountable distance between you and your loved one(s)? Are you dissatisfied with relationships with parents, children, or significant others? Does it ever feel like nobody could possibly understand what you're going through? Whether you struggle with family or relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, or other life stressors, therapy can be a major step toward healing.