Trauma Focused Therapists in Ottawa County, OH

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Patrice Lynn Whetsel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Curtice, OH 43412
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief, anxiety, depression, struggling to manage daily stress, or feeling disconnected in your relationships I can offer a safe, non-judgemental space to understand those feelings and help create actionable tools to move forward. As a licensed therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Theapy(CBT), Mindfullness and person centered therapy I help individulas navigate life's challenges and build reslience to create a balance in life that is meaningful. If you are ready to explore how therapy can support your growth, I invite you to reach out for a consultation.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief, anxiety, depression, struggling to manage daily stress, or feeling disconnected in your relationships I can offer a safe, non-judgemental space to understand those feelings and help create actionable tools to move forward. As a licensed therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Theapy(CBT), Mindfullness and person centered therapy I help individulas navigate life's challenges and build reslience to create a balance in life that is meaningful. If you are ready to explore how therapy can support your growth, I invite you to reach out for a consultation.
(419) 792-3085 View (419) 792-3085
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Emily Gibson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Port Clinton, OH 43452
Waitlist for new clients
Are you noticing the same patterns showing up in your life and relationships—no matter how much you try to change them? At some point, insight alone isn’t enough. You may understand why you do what you do, but still feel stuck repeating it. I work with adults who are ready to go deeper than surface-level coping. Together, we look at how your past experiences, family dynamics, and internal patterns are shaping your current life - often in ways that are hard to see on your own.
Are you noticing the same patterns showing up in your life and relationships—no matter how much you try to change them? At some point, insight alone isn’t enough. You may understand why you do what you do, but still feel stuck repeating it. I work with adults who are ready to go deeper than surface-level coping. Together, we look at how your past experiences, family dynamics, and internal patterns are shaping your current life - often in ways that are hard to see on your own.
(567) 278-9368 View (567) 278-9368
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Sarah R Rinaldo
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Port Clinton, OH 43452
Taking the first steps toward asking for help requires a great deal of self-awareness and courage, so you are already moving in the direction of growth. And, as difficult as the journey of healing and self-discovery can be, you are never alone. Whether you struggle with past trauma, current crises or life stressors, toxic family dynamics, or a pervasive mood disorder like depression or anxiety, I am here for you. I will never judge, condemn, or ridicule you. I am here to provide empathy, support, guidance, and validation throughout the counseling process.
Taking the first steps toward asking for help requires a great deal of self-awareness and courage, so you are already moving in the direction of growth. And, as difficult as the journey of healing and self-discovery can be, you are never alone. Whether you struggle with past trauma, current crises or life stressors, toxic family dynamics, or a pervasive mood disorder like depression or anxiety, I am here for you. I will never judge, condemn, or ridicule you. I am here to provide empathy, support, guidance, and validation throughout the counseling process.
(419) 573-0269 View (419) 573-0269
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Unity Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, LPCC-S
Online Only
Unity Counseling has multiple providers serving Ottawa, Sandusky and surrounding counties for mental health services with a specialty in kids & family. Additionally, we serve Columbus, Ohio specifically via telehealth for batterers intervention programming .
Unity Counseling has multiple providers serving Ottawa, Sandusky and surrounding counties for mental health services with a specialty in kids & family. Additionally, we serve Columbus, Ohio specifically via telehealth for batterers intervention programming .
(419) 871-3850 View (419) 871-3850
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Resiliency Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Port Clinton, OH 43452
At The Resiliency Center Counseling, we help children, families, and individuals find strength, connection, and healing through life’s challenges. We believe therapy is most effective when clients feel truly seen, supported, and understood. Our clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a safe and nurturing environment.
At The Resiliency Center Counseling, we help children, families, and individuals find strength, connection, and healing through life’s challenges. We believe therapy is most effective when clients feel truly seen, supported, and understood. Our clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a safe and nurturing environment.
(937) 210-9736 View (937) 210-9736
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Christina Maria Cavaliere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
With over 20 years working in mental health, I hope to present my clients with a wide range of experience and insight into their presenting problems. Using a foundation open-mindedness, compassionate inquiry and personalized treatment approaches, clients can find a source of support and respectful reflection to solve and manage behavioral and emotional issues. I hope to help clients tap into their inner healing intelligence and promote self-efficacy and empowerment. I have experience working with a wide range of concerns; depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, anger management, trauma, childhood trauma and abuse and many more.
With over 20 years working in mental health, I hope to present my clients with a wide range of experience and insight into their presenting problems. Using a foundation open-mindedness, compassionate inquiry and personalized treatment approaches, clients can find a source of support and respectful reflection to solve and manage behavioral and emotional issues. I hope to help clients tap into their inner healing intelligence and promote self-efficacy and empowerment. I have experience working with a wide range of concerns; depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, anger management, trauma, childhood trauma and abuse and many more.
(567) 406-1419 View (567) 406-1419
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Bridget Schwirzinski
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LSW
Serves Area
“Therapy is too good to be limited to the sick” – Erving Polster. Every individual has a story that needs to be told or listened to. My mindful approach, is to help others write their stories. Then with compassion and assertiveness help those change or continue their story. I have familiarity working with adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, first responders, teenagers with chronic illness, SPMI population, trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, support during life transitions, chronic illnesses, individuals with dual diagnosis (not in active use), relationship upset, emotional dysregulation and stress management.
“Therapy is too good to be limited to the sick” – Erving Polster. Every individual has a story that needs to be told or listened to. My mindful approach, is to help others write their stories. Then with compassion and assertiveness help those change or continue their story. I have familiarity working with adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, first responders, teenagers with chronic illness, SPMI population, trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, support during life transitions, chronic illnesses, individuals with dual diagnosis (not in active use), relationship upset, emotional dysregulation and stress management.
(419) 731-6159 View (419) 731-6159
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Roxanne M King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I am committed to helping clients identify strengths they already possess and empowering them to make the changes needed to reach their mental health, life, and relationship goals. I regard providing therapy as an honor and a privilege, and strive to treat every client with respect and acceptance.
I am committed to helping clients identify strengths they already possess and empowering them to make the changes needed to reach their mental health, life, and relationship goals. I regard providing therapy as an honor and a privilege, and strive to treat every client with respect and acceptance.
(419) 484-4115 View (419) 484-4115
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Mylo Jennings & Associates, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LISWS, LICDC
Serves Area
I provide psychotherapy/counseling and clinical interventions for individuals, adults, adolescents children, families and groups. With more than 35 years of experience in providing assessment, and interventions for mental (behavioral) health and substance use related issues. I have also invested many years developing, applying, and perfecting psychotherapy techniques including but not limited to Existential Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, family systems Therapy.
I provide psychotherapy/counseling and clinical interventions for individuals, adults, adolescents children, families and groups. With more than 35 years of experience in providing assessment, and interventions for mental (behavioral) health and substance use related issues. I have also invested many years developing, applying, and perfecting psychotherapy techniques including but not limited to Existential Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, family systems Therapy.
(567) 234-7884 View (567) 234-7884

Online Therapists

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Amy Lipka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
Hi, I’m Amy, a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Ohio with nearly three decades of experience in mental health. I began my career in New York working in a public agency supporting individuals in crisis. Since 2016, I have provided teletherapy through WellQor, helping clients across Ohio navigate adjustment challenges, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I value the accessibility of online therapy and the opportunity to reach people wherever they are.
Hi, I’m Amy, a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Ohio with nearly three decades of experience in mental health. I began my career in New York working in a public agency supporting individuals in crisis. Since 2016, I have provided teletherapy through WellQor, helping clients across Ohio navigate adjustment challenges, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I value the accessibility of online therapy and the opportunity to reach people wherever they are.
(380) 256-3647 View (380) 256-3647
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Jamie Sheehan
Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW, MSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Currently on a Wait list. I may be a good fit as a therapist if you struggle with anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship conflict, work stress, or grief. I am passionate about helping those who are identifying challenges of disordered eating, body dysmorphia, a major life transition that took a significant toll, end of life care, substance use recovery, family counseling, couples counseling, and overall seeking therapy to gain tools they need to help them in their day-to-day life. We will only work on what you are comfortable discussing in session, and we work at your pace. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist.
Currently on a Wait list. I may be a good fit as a therapist if you struggle with anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship conflict, work stress, or grief. I am passionate about helping those who are identifying challenges of disordered eating, body dysmorphia, a major life transition that took a significant toll, end of life care, substance use recovery, family counseling, couples counseling, and overall seeking therapy to gain tools they need to help them in their day-to-day life. We will only work on what you are comfortable discussing in session, and we work at your pace. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist.
(419) 912-5610 View (419) 912-5610
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Alexis Konecek
Counselor, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
There are times in your life when you may feel helpless, depressed, anxious, or even be experiencing conflict with other people you love. You may also be contemplating or experiencing a major life change. When we are in dark places, it can be difficult to understand that healing and hope are possible. As a counselor, I work with adults who are navigating change, processing trauma, and building skills to improve their wellness. I can help you or your loved ones go from a place of frustration and sadness to healing and growth. My therapeutic process is person-centered. I recognize that we all are individuals with different needs.
There are times in your life when you may feel helpless, depressed, anxious, or even be experiencing conflict with other people you love. You may also be contemplating or experiencing a major life change. When we are in dark places, it can be difficult to understand that healing and hope are possible. As a counselor, I work with adults who are navigating change, processing trauma, and building skills to improve their wellness. I can help you or your loved ones go from a place of frustration and sadness to healing and growth. My therapeutic process is person-centered. I recognize that we all are individuals with different needs.
(440) 529-2917 View (440) 529-2917
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Lora Meyers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Swanton, OH 43558
You've done the reading. You've tried the coping skills. You've held it together for everyone else. And still there's something underneath that hasn't moved. Maybe it's a betrayal you can't stop replaying. A relationship that ended you in ways you haven't been able to name. A version of yourself you gave away so gradually you didn't notice until she was gone. Or a body that carries something your words haven't caught up to yet. My office is the one hour a week where you don't have to manage how you come across. Where we can talk about what actually happened, the shame, the pain, the anger, the parts of yourself you've hidden.
You've done the reading. You've tried the coping skills. You've held it together for everyone else. And still there's something underneath that hasn't moved. Maybe it's a betrayal you can't stop replaying. A relationship that ended you in ways you haven't been able to name. A version of yourself you gave away so gradually you didn't notice until she was gone. Or a body that carries something your words haven't caught up to yet. My office is the one hour a week where you don't have to manage how you come across. Where we can talk about what actually happened, the shame, the pain, the anger, the parts of yourself you've hidden.
(419) 548-4772 View (419) 548-4772
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Valerie Trevino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, CCM
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Valerie. You may look like you’re holding everything together on the outside while privately feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, chronic stress, relationship challenges, chronic illness, and major life transitions. Many clients come to therapy feeling burned out from caring for others while neglecting themselves. I help clients process difficult experiences, develop healthy coping skills, rebuild self-worth, and move toward greater balance, healing, and emotional well-being.
Hi, I’m Valerie. You may look like you’re holding everything together on the outside while privately feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, chronic stress, relationship challenges, chronic illness, and major life transitions. Many clients come to therapy feeling burned out from caring for others while neglecting themselves. I help clients process difficult experiences, develop healthy coping skills, rebuild self-worth, and move toward greater balance, healing, and emotional well-being.
(216) 238-8345 View (216) 238-8345
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Elisa Valentine
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medina, OH 44256
Trauma-focused therapy using EMDR for anxiety, relationship patterns, and feeling stuck.
You’re doing your best—but something keeps getting in the way. Anxiety, relationship patterns, or past experiences may still be shaping how you feel and respond. I specialize in helping adults and couples who feel stuck in cycles that don’t make sense—especially when rooted in unresolved trauma. Using EMDR and practical, evidence-based strategies, we go beyond insight to create real change. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back, process what needs resolution, and build new ways of responding so you can feel more in control, connected, and grounded.
Trauma-focused therapy using EMDR for anxiety, relationship patterns, and feeling stuck.
You’re doing your best—but something keeps getting in the way. Anxiety, relationship patterns, or past experiences may still be shaping how you feel and respond. I specialize in helping adults and couples who feel stuck in cycles that don’t make sense—especially when rooted in unresolved trauma. Using EMDR and practical, evidence-based strategies, we go beyond insight to create real change. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back, process what needs resolution, and build new ways of responding so you can feel more in control, connected, and grounded.
(330) 574-8874 View (330) 574-8874
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Ascension Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-T
3 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
Are you ready to experience freedom? Do you feel it is time to begin to change some things in your life in order to meet your true goals? Are you ready for change? If you are tired of the same problems tripping you up you’ve come to the right place. If you are ready to start your journey towards true freedom – physically, emotionally, and spiritually we are ready to help you. At Ascension Counseling, we really enjoy working with clients to help them reach their full potential and live the life they’ve always imagined for themselves.
Are you ready to experience freedom? Do you feel it is time to begin to change some things in your life in order to meet your true goals? Are you ready for change? If you are tired of the same problems tripping you up you’ve come to the right place. If you are ready to start your journey towards true freedom – physically, emotionally, and spiritually we are ready to help you. At Ascension Counseling, we really enjoy working with clients to help them reach their full potential and live the life they’ve always imagined for themselves.
(216) 859-3835 View (216) 859-3835
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Kimberly L Smallwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
North Lewisburg, OH 43060
Cornerstone Care Counseling Center LLC clients come for counseling for many reasons. If you have suffered the loss of loved ones, divorce, domestic violence, alcohol and substance abuse or dependency, codependency, sexual abuse, trauma, physical or emotional abuse or any other Mental Heath issue, then Cornerstone Care Counseling Center LLC is the place for you. Cornerstone Care also offers depression assessments for spinal stimulator implants and drug and alcohol assessments.
Cornerstone Care Counseling Center LLC clients come for counseling for many reasons. If you have suffered the loss of loved ones, divorce, domestic violence, alcohol and substance abuse or dependency, codependency, sexual abuse, trauma, physical or emotional abuse or any other Mental Heath issue, then Cornerstone Care Counseling Center LLC is the place for you. Cornerstone Care also offers depression assessments for spinal stimulator implants and drug and alcohol assessments.
(937) 669-7273 View (937) 669-7273
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Emma Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Online Only
Are you struggling to live your life around your anxiety and trauma? Imagine a morning where you can wake up at peace with your life. You can have that! With dedicated time and attention, you can learn to handle anxiety and find a sense of peace and safety in your life.
Are you struggling to live your life around your anxiety and trauma? Imagine a morning where you can wake up at peace with your life. You can have that! With dedicated time and attention, you can learn to handle anxiety and find a sense of peace and safety in your life.
(740) 200-8045 View (740) 200-8045
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Premala Tara Jones
Psychologist, PhD
Akron, OH 44313
Do you feel unseen, misunderstood, or unheard? Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or loss? Do you feel alone? If you could relate to any of those questions, I'd like to come along side you and provide a safe place where you can feel seen, understood, and heard. Seeing you for more than just your emotional distress, but also looking to see what may be at the root of the issue is important to helping you walk through such hard times. I will strive to understand what your concerns are and work collaboratively with you towards your personal growth goals.
Do you feel unseen, misunderstood, or unheard? Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or loss? Do you feel alone? If you could relate to any of those questions, I'd like to come along side you and provide a safe place where you can feel seen, understood, and heard. Seeing you for more than just your emotional distress, but also looking to see what may be at the root of the issue is important to helping you walk through such hard times. I will strive to understand what your concerns are and work collaboratively with you towards your personal growth goals.
(330) 859-6607 View (330) 859-6607
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Brittany Buescher
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LIMFT
Online Only
Want to finally be in healthy relationships? Learn skills to achieve it.. Overcome unmanageable anxiety & arguments with your partner? Heal from divorce or unhealthy partners? I teach effective evidence-based skills to achieve healthy relationships & Marriages. Want to finally know how to have the relationships you want? I believe in a world where everyone deserves a place to heal mind, body, spirit & soul! I choose to fully invest in my clients, w/ my wisdom as a complex trauma survivor, my experiences of healing pain, spiritual growth & overcoming any obstacle. Marriages, Couples,& Individuals Relationship Specialist. Call TODAY!
Want to finally be in healthy relationships? Learn skills to achieve it.. Overcome unmanageable anxiety & arguments with your partner? Heal from divorce or unhealthy partners? I teach effective evidence-based skills to achieve healthy relationships & Marriages. Want to finally know how to have the relationships you want? I believe in a world where everyone deserves a place to heal mind, body, spirit & soul! I choose to fully invest in my clients, w/ my wisdom as a complex trauma survivor, my experiences of healing pain, spiritual growth & overcoming any obstacle. Marriages, Couples,& Individuals Relationship Specialist. Call TODAY!
(330) 574-7473 View (330) 574-7473

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