Couples Therapists in Paulding County, OH
Couples Counseling is always available at my practice.
Holistic Healing: I believe in treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. My approach to counseling goes beyond traditional methods to encompass all aspects of your life, ensuring a balanced and lasting change. Person-Centered Care: You are unique, and so are your experiences and challenges. I provide a safe and empathetic space for you to use.
Couples Counseling is always available at my practice.
Holistic Healing: I believe in treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. My approach to counseling goes beyond traditional methods to encompass all aspects of your life, ensuring a balanced and lasting change. Person-Centered Care: You are unique, and so are your experiences and challenges. I provide a safe and empathetic space for you to use.
I also want to help you improve any areas of your life that you want to focus on - relationships, work stress, home life, communication, healthy coping skills, etc.
I offer services to people of all ages (children and adults). I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy and have developed a core focus of treating trauma, including single incident trauma and complex trauma. However, I use a variety of other treatment modalities to meet my clients' needs.
I also want to help you improve any areas of your life that you want to focus on - relationships, work stress, home life, communication, healthy coping skills, etc.
I offer services to people of all ages (children and adults). I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy and have developed a core focus of treating trauma, including single incident trauma and complex trauma. However, I use a variety of other treatment modalities to meet my clients' needs.
We can explore your communication, expectations, and boundaries for a healthy relationship with yourself and others.
I have experience and training in trauma therapy, Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT, and short-term solution-focused. Together, we work through previous and current life events to stop the patterns and adjust to the growth you need now.
We can explore your communication, expectations, and boundaries for a healthy relationship with yourself and others.
I have experience and training in trauma therapy, Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT, and short-term solution-focused. Together, we work through previous and current life events to stop the patterns and adjust to the growth you need now.
I treat children/teens with special needs, divorced/separated parents, school/family issues, as well as working with adults/ couples experiencing life changes.
I feel it is important to offer expert quality care that is compassionate, and tailored to each person's uniqueness as an individual. I have 38 years of clinical experience working with children, teens, families, and adults facing various life challenges. Time passes quickly. We often spend our days unhappy, and stressed. Sometimes it can be difficult to see beyond the hardships, and realize what matters most to us. If you can't change a situation, change your perspective.
I treat children/teens with special needs, divorced/separated parents, school/family issues, as well as working with adults/ couples experiencing life changes.
I feel it is important to offer expert quality care that is compassionate, and tailored to each person's uniqueness as an individual. I have 38 years of clinical experience working with children, teens, families, and adults facing various life challenges. Time passes quickly. We often spend our days unhappy, and stressed. Sometimes it can be difficult to see beyond the hardships, and realize what matters most to us. If you can't change a situation, change your perspective.
Online Therapists
Feeling overwhelmed by relationship pain, past trauma, or the emotional weight of stress that just doesn’t seem to lift?
With 14 years of counseling experience I can help you feel grounded, empowered, and more connected—both internally and relationally.
My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, relational, and collaborative. I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships, and therapy should be a space where you feel respected and supported without judgment.
Feeling overwhelmed by relationship pain, past trauma, or the emotional weight of stress that just doesn’t seem to lift?
With 14 years of counseling experience I can help you feel grounded, empowered, and more connected—both internally and relationally.
My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, relational, and collaborative. I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships, and therapy should be a space where you feel respected and supported without judgment.
I primarily work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety, mild forms of depression and Borderline Personality Disorder, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I have experience of helping people with a broad range of concerns. My specialty is working with those who have sustained trauma at some point in their life. I also work extensively with couples, families, and teens struggling socially, academically and/or personally.
I primarily work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety, mild forms of depression and Borderline Personality Disorder, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I have experience of helping people with a broad range of concerns. My specialty is working with those who have sustained trauma at some point in their life. I also work extensively with couples, families, and teens struggling socially, academically and/or personally.
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.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together.
I provide trauma-informed therapy for individuals, couples, and families grounded in the brain-body connection. Integrating relational, neurobiological, and somatic approaches—including Brainspotting—I help clients move from dysregulation toward lasting regulation, resilience, and meaningful change through an attuned therapeutic relationship.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together.
I provide trauma-informed therapy for individuals, couples, and families grounded in the brain-body connection. Integrating relational, neurobiological, and somatic approaches—including Brainspotting—I help clients move from dysregulation toward lasting regulation, resilience, and meaningful change through an attuned therapeutic relationship.
Cornerstone Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, CCFP, CCTP, CDBT, EMDR-T
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Research also highlights its role in improving coping skills, emotional regulation, relationships, and overall quality of life!
Hope starts here. Are you feeling sad or stressed? Do you experience mood swings but don't really know why? Maybe you've been withdrawing from family, friends, or activities that used to breathe light into your life. If you have been feeling depressed, have found yourself more angry or hostile than normal, or suffer from low energy or problems sleeping, you may have an untreated mental health issue. Mental health impacts your way of thinking, relating to others, and overall quality of life. Many issues have been identified and defined including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), etc. You don't have to suffer anymore.
Research also highlights its role in improving coping skills, emotional regulation, relationships, and overall quality of life!
Hope starts here. Are you feeling sad or stressed? Do you experience mood swings but don't really know why? Maybe you've been withdrawing from family, friends, or activities that used to breathe light into your life. If you have been feeling depressed, have found yourself more angry or hostile than normal, or suffer from low energy or problems sleeping, you may have an untreated mental health issue. Mental health impacts your way of thinking, relating to others, and overall quality of life. Many issues have been identified and defined including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), etc. You don't have to suffer anymore.
If your tired of being sick and tired let's work together to gain a balance in your relationships, work and personal growth.
Services we Offer: Adult and Adolescent Drug & Alcohol Assessments, Random Drug Screening. Groups Offered: Intensive Out-Patient (IOP) Out-Patient (OP) and Addiction Awareness. Classes Offered:Gambling, Domestic Violence Theft, Crisis Intervention and Anger Management.
If your tired of being sick and tired let's work together to gain a balance in your relationships, work and personal growth.
Services we Offer: Adult and Adolescent Drug & Alcohol Assessments, Random Drug Screening. Groups Offered: Intensive Out-Patient (IOP) Out-Patient (OP) and Addiction Awareness. Classes Offered:Gambling, Domestic Violence Theft, Crisis Intervention and Anger Management.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, and I work with multiple populations using an eclectic approach to therapy including CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and multiple others.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, and I work with multiple populations using an eclectic approach to therapy including CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and multiple others.
Alexis M Reed Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC-S, MA
1 Endorsed
Dayton, OH 45419
Alexis enjoys supporting teens and young adults who are exploring life transitions, adults and older adults from a variety of backgrounds with differing needs, as well as couples and families.
Clients: adolescents (12yo and up), teens, adults, older adults, couples, families. Areas of Focus: major life transitions, anxiety (including OCD,) depression, histories of trauma, familial conflicts, disordered eating, self-esteem, general life stressors, and other mental health concerns.
Alexis enjoys supporting teens and young adults who are exploring life transitions, adults and older adults from a variety of backgrounds with differing needs, as well as couples and families.
Clients: adolescents (12yo and up), teens, adults, older adults, couples, families. Areas of Focus: major life transitions, anxiety (including OCD,) depression, histories of trauma, familial conflicts, disordered eating, self-esteem, general life stressors, and other mental health concerns.
Ashley Layrisson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCCS, LICDCCS, GAMB
5 Endorsed
Toledo, OH 43606
I have worked alongside adolescents, families, couples and individuals for recovery with substances, behaviors and mental health distress to achieve personalized outcomes.
The decision to share your thoughts and feelings is a personal one, I honor and respect this first step. Working together we can break what feels so BIG into something manageable. Let's plant some seeds for the future.
I have worked alongside adolescents, families, couples and individuals for recovery with substances, behaviors and mental health distress to achieve personalized outcomes.
The decision to share your thoughts and feelings is a personal one, I honor and respect this first step. Working together we can break what feels so BIG into something manageable. Let's plant some seeds for the future.
Hi there, I'm Christy. I’m glad our paths have crossed as you search for a therapist. Maybe you’re seeking a space filled with warmth, empathy, and acceptance—a place to be heard without judgment, to process your experiences, and to explore what it truly means to thrive. Perhaps you want to grow in deeper self-awareness, cultivate greater self-compassion, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways to cope with stress. Life can be painful and challenging at times—and you don’t have to face it alone.
Hi there, I'm Christy. I’m glad our paths have crossed as you search for a therapist. Maybe you’re seeking a space filled with warmth, empathy, and acceptance—a place to be heard without judgment, to process your experiences, and to explore what it truly means to thrive. Perhaps you want to grow in deeper self-awareness, cultivate greater self-compassion, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways to cope with stress. Life can be painful and challenging at times—and you don’t have to face it alone.
We often use EMDR, CBT, and solution focused therapy and feel that the relationship with our clients is very important to our clients making progress in therapy.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
We often use EMDR, CBT, and solution focused therapy and feel that the relationship with our clients is very important to our clients making progress in therapy.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
My heart is to walk with people into the places they've never felt safe to speak about—where shame, guilt, and old stories still echo. I believe healing begins in honest surrender, in walking with the Holy Spirit and letting Jesus meet us in our weakness—not to fix us, but to transform us. True freedom comes not from striving, but from grace. This work isn’t just about symptom relief; it’s about stepping into the deeper story of redemption and discovering that even your most hidden pain can be a doorway to new life.
My heart is to walk with people into the places they've never felt safe to speak about—where shame, guilt, and old stories still echo. I believe healing begins in honest surrender, in walking with the Holy Spirit and letting Jesus meet us in our weakness—not to fix us, but to transform us. True freedom comes not from striving, but from grace. This work isn’t just about symptom relief; it’s about stepping into the deeper story of redemption and discovering that even your most hidden pain can be a doorway to new life.
Hello, I'm Rylie. Navigating life's various stressors, challenges, and transitions can be difficult at times. Together, we can identify and explore your thoughts, emotions, communication styles, and coping skills to facilitate positive change and improve your quality of life.
I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Master of Social Work (MSW) in 1998. With fifteen years of experience providing individual
Hello, I'm Rylie. Navigating life's various stressors, challenges, and transitions can be difficult at times. Together, we can identify and explore your thoughts, emotions, communication styles, and coping skills to facilitate positive change and improve your quality of life.
I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Master of Social Work (MSW) in 1998. With fifteen years of experience providing individual
I am passionate about creating a safe, compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where I can build an authentic and strong relationship with my clients.
I have specialized training in Betrayal Trauma, specifically for partners of individuals struggling with sexual addiction, through APSATS.org. Additionally, I’ve completed Levels 1 and 2 of the Gottman Institute’s research-based approach to relationships. I’m also certified as a Psychological Autopsy Investigator.
I am passionate about creating a safe, compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where I can build an authentic and strong relationship with my clients.
I have specialized training in Betrayal Trauma, specifically for partners of individuals struggling with sexual addiction, through APSATS.org. Additionally, I’ve completed Levels 1 and 2 of the Gottman Institute’s research-based approach to relationships. I’m also certified as a Psychological Autopsy Investigator.
Additionally, our counselors have extensive training related to population specific concerns including intimate partner violence treatment, trauma survivors, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ.
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 .
Additionally, our counselors have extensive training related to population specific concerns including intimate partner violence treatment, trauma survivors, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ.
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 .
Many of my clients come to me feeling disconnected or discontent in their relationship, stuck in painful cycles with their partner, or overwhelmed by past trauma.
My therapeutic orientation includes Internal Family Systems and somatic interventions. I utilize an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to address the roots of pain and dysfunction. Using these evidence-based models allows me to bring focus to the wounds underneath protective coping strategies inhibiting growth, connection, and whole-hearted living.
Many of my clients come to me feeling disconnected or discontent in their relationship, stuck in painful cycles with their partner, or overwhelmed by past trauma.
My therapeutic orientation includes Internal Family Systems and somatic interventions. I utilize an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to address the roots of pain and dysfunction. Using these evidence-based models allows me to bring focus to the wounds underneath protective coping strategies inhibiting growth, connection, and whole-hearted living.
FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.