Transgender Therapists in Strongsville, OH
Claudia Taylor
Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
Currently I have a waitlist. I'm glad you are taking the first step towards change! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor. My areas of specialization include: trauma related disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, women's issues, and relationship distress. I am a sex-positive therapist and strive to create a safe space for all! I typically draw from CBT and DBT modalities for the majority of treatment but will tailor each experience to fit your needs. I am passionate about helping those from diverse populations and will work with you to establish goals that are unique to your experience.
Currently I have a waitlist. I'm glad you are taking the first step towards change! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor. My areas of specialization include: trauma related disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, women's issues, and relationship distress. I am a sex-positive therapist and strive to create a safe space for all! I typically draw from CBT and DBT modalities for the majority of treatment but will tailor each experience to fit your needs. I am passionate about helping those from diverse populations and will work with you to establish goals that are unique to your experience.
Marina Bernard
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44136
Marina Bernard is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Bachelor of Science from John Carroll University and a Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University. Marina strives to help her clients advocate for themselves and break free from barriers that interfere with living their most authentic and fulfilled selves. Marina hopes to work with her clients to pursue their self-direction and prioritize their own values and needs. Together, the client and Marina will work towards healing from the past and embracing the future of possibility.
Marina Bernard is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Bachelor of Science from John Carroll University and a Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University. Marina strives to help her clients advocate for themselves and break free from barriers that interfere with living their most authentic and fulfilled selves. Marina hopes to work with her clients to pursue their self-direction and prioritize their own values and needs. Together, the client and Marina will work towards healing from the past and embracing the future of possibility.
Marie Hagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44136
Marie Hagan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2021. She has a BA from Villanova University and an MA from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Marie believes growth comes from first mastering empathy for yourself. She strives to create an empathetic, non-judgmental, and supportive space for her clients to create a strong foundation for treatment. Marie is passionate about the helping profession and motivates through strength-based, person-centered care.
Marie Hagan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2021. She has a BA from Villanova University and an MA from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Marie believes growth comes from first mastering empathy for yourself. She strives to create an empathetic, non-judgmental, and supportive space for her clients to create a strong foundation for treatment. Marie is passionate about the helping profession and motivates through strength-based, person-centered care.
Carolyn LaValey
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44149
Are you unsure of sure how to change something in your life? With the right support, meaningful change is possible. I hope to offer a welcoming space that provides acceptance, empathy, attuned listening, and supportive feedback. I find deep meaning in supporting others to find personal growth, healing, and acceptance. My counseling style pulls from Gestalt, person-centered, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Are you unsure of sure how to change something in your life? With the right support, meaningful change is possible. I hope to offer a welcoming space that provides acceptance, empathy, attuned listening, and supportive feedback. I find deep meaning in supporting others to find personal growth, healing, and acceptance. My counseling style pulls from Gestalt, person-centered, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Jessica Brady Snow
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44136
Jessica Brady, LPCC Jessica Brady is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio with 11 years of experience. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Baldwin Wallace University and a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from John Carroll University. Jessica believes in a holistic approach to therapy, taking into account the whole person. She feels it is important to put the client first and establish an authentic rapport to help them feel safe and comfortable. Jessica utilizes CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy techniques in her approach to therapy.
Jessica Brady, LPCC Jessica Brady is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio with 11 years of experience. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Baldwin Wallace University and a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from John Carroll University. Jessica believes in a holistic approach to therapy, taking into account the whole person. She feels it is important to put the client first and establish an authentic rapport to help them feel safe and comfortable. Jessica utilizes CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy techniques in her approach to therapy.
Jeanette Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44136
Jeannie Miller has over 20 years experience in multiple settings including residential, community, Outpatient counseling and in the private practice settings. She has advanced training in Trauma Informed Care, Nurturing Parenting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Jeannie achieved a BA in Psychology and a Master's in Social work. She is independently licensed through the Marriage and Family and Social Worker Board.
Jeannie Miller has over 20 years experience in multiple settings including residential, community, Outpatient counseling and in the private practice settings. She has advanced training in Trauma Informed Care, Nurturing Parenting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Jeannie achieved a BA in Psychology and a Master's in Social work. She is independently licensed through the Marriage and Family and Social Worker Board.
Nancy Lowrie & Associates LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-S, DOT-SAP, Mediatr
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44136
We specialize in treating and working with all types of mental and behavioral health concerns. Our team of experienced Ohio-Licensed practitioners all have many years of working experience and are also noted for their specialties. Our clients come with all types of mental or behavioral health challenges, substance abuse concerns, and relationship or family issues - which deserve to be addressed properly, promptly, and with complete confidentiality. Our clients range from children and adolescents, to parents and adults, to seniors - all ages are most welcome. Feel free to contact us via phone or email.
We specialize in treating and working with all types of mental and behavioral health concerns. Our team of experienced Ohio-Licensed practitioners all have many years of working experience and are also noted for their specialties. Our clients come with all types of mental or behavioral health challenges, substance abuse concerns, and relationship or family issues - which deserve to be addressed properly, promptly, and with complete confidentiality. Our clients range from children and adolescents, to parents and adults, to seniors - all ages are most welcome. Feel free to contact us via phone or email.
Mindfully - Strongsville, OH
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, LPCC, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
Mindfully Northeast Ohio, formerly known as Nancy Lowrie and Associates, is dedicated to helping our clients heal, grow, and thrive. We focus on matching clients with providers who specialize in the challenges they are facing. By providing the best fit from the start, we help our clients meet their goals with greater success and our providers find deeper fulfillment in their work.
Mindfully Northeast Ohio, formerly known as Nancy Lowrie and Associates, is dedicated to helping our clients heal, grow, and thrive. We focus on matching clients with providers who specialize in the challenges they are facing. By providing the best fit from the start, we help our clients meet their goals with greater success and our providers find deeper fulfillment in their work.
Deborah Ornowski
Counselor, PCC-S, LICDC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
In spite of your best efforts, life can sometimes overwhelm you. Whether problems are recent or longstanding, I can help. My 20 years in the profession has afforded me knowledge and experience with a broad range of issues. My practice emphasizes the resolution to everyday problems. We will explore obstacles to growth and development and uncover inner strengths that can be applied to personal and professional relationships.
In spite of your best efforts, life can sometimes overwhelm you. Whether problems are recent or longstanding, I can help. My 20 years in the profession has afforded me knowledge and experience with a broad range of issues. My practice emphasizes the resolution to everyday problems. We will explore obstacles to growth and development and uncover inner strengths that can be applied to personal and professional relationships.
Figure & Ground Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
Life's challenges can be difficult, overwhelming or lonely as your life story unfolds and you have lost direction. The first step towards change can feel confusing and even impossible. As the oyster's irritants create the pearl, the lobster must abandon his shell to grow, and the caterpillar must change three times before he becomes a butterfly. In other words: The Struggle You Are In Today Is Developing What You Need To Face Tomorrow .
Life's challenges can be difficult, overwhelming or lonely as your life story unfolds and you have lost direction. The first step towards change can feel confusing and even impossible. As the oyster's irritants create the pearl, the lobster must abandon his shell to grow, and the caterpillar must change three times before he becomes a butterfly. In other words: The Struggle You Are In Today Is Developing What You Need To Face Tomorrow .
Molly Bogner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
We all need support at times. I cater my approach based on the needs of each individual and my goal is to help navigate change or obstacles while fostering growth. I am trauma-informed and my approach to therapy is warm and person-centered. The idea of processing and working through trauma can be overwhelming. You are the expert on yourself, and I aim to provide a space where you can be authentic and feel safe to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
We all need support at times. I cater my approach based on the needs of each individual and my goal is to help navigate change or obstacles while fostering growth. I am trauma-informed and my approach to therapy is warm and person-centered. The idea of processing and working through trauma can be overwhelming. You are the expert on yourself, and I aim to provide a space where you can be authentic and feel safe to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
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Stella Luna Counseling and Wellness Center
Gabrielle Gallet de St. Aurin
Cassandra Petro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Many individuals struggle with overthinking, worrying, restlessness, and tolerating uncertainty. Imagine living a life where you better understood your patterns & emotions, had decreased stress, and accepted uncertainty. I have worked with many individuals from different backgrounds, including adults, adolescents, and children. I have worked with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, codependency, grief, OCD, life adjustments, relationship difficulties, and social anxiety. Anxiety can make us feel stuck, but there is hope.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Many individuals struggle with overthinking, worrying, restlessness, and tolerating uncertainty. Imagine living a life where you better understood your patterns & emotions, had decreased stress, and accepted uncertainty. I have worked with many individuals from different backgrounds, including adults, adolescents, and children. I have worked with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, codependency, grief, OCD, life adjustments, relationship difficulties, and social anxiety. Anxiety can make us feel stuck, but there is hope.
Stella Luna Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44149
Waitlist for new clients
As the founder of Stella Luna Counseling and Wellness Center (SL), I honor your desire to begin or continue along your therapeutic journey. I understand that aligning with your therapist is essential in establishing a deep connection with your work, and will motivate you to come to therapy more regularly to authentically explore the challenges that are coming up for you. I create a space where clients are encouraged to become the observer of their life experience, safely process their feelings and vulnerabilities, and tap into their truth. At SL, we specialize in trauma, and offer psychedelic assisted psychotherapy.
As the founder of Stella Luna Counseling and Wellness Center (SL), I honor your desire to begin or continue along your therapeutic journey. I understand that aligning with your therapist is essential in establishing a deep connection with your work, and will motivate you to come to therapy more regularly to authentically explore the challenges that are coming up for you. I create a space where clients are encouraged to become the observer of their life experience, safely process their feelings and vulnerabilities, and tap into their truth. At SL, we specialize in trauma, and offer psychedelic assisted psychotherapy.
Lisa R Palmison
Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44149
Virtual daytime openings! It is exciting to see clients achieving their wellness goals, improving relationships, work satisfaction, and increasing self-awareness and coping skills. If you have considered therapy as a way to improve your life, I would be happy to work with you! I am an EMDR therapist, and have experience working with clients who experience anxiety, panic disorder, depression, college transition, trauma, grief, and ADHD/executive function concerns. I enjoy exploring coping skills, resilience, career, parenting and work-life balance issues with my clients. I often use creative modalities and mindfulness in my practice.
Virtual daytime openings! It is exciting to see clients achieving their wellness goals, improving relationships, work satisfaction, and increasing self-awareness and coping skills. If you have considered therapy as a way to improve your life, I would be happy to work with you! I am an EMDR therapist, and have experience working with clients who experience anxiety, panic disorder, depression, college transition, trauma, grief, and ADHD/executive function concerns. I enjoy exploring coping skills, resilience, career, parenting and work-life balance issues with my clients. I often use creative modalities and mindfulness in my practice.
Rocco Capra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44136
I strive to create a safe, professional environment for my clients and work alongside them to assess their emotional, mental, physical, social, and relational health, integrating therapeutic interventions according to their specific and unique needs and desires. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, relational issues, and any number of mental and emotional difficulties, we will work together to enhance your skills with strategies focused on your resilience, self-awareness, self-esteem, mindfulness, emotional regulation, problem-solving, stress tolerance, and other factors.
I strive to create a safe, professional environment for my clients and work alongside them to assess their emotional, mental, physical, social, and relational health, integrating therapeutic interventions according to their specific and unique needs and desires. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, relational issues, and any number of mental and emotional difficulties, we will work together to enhance your skills with strategies focused on your resilience, self-awareness, self-esteem, mindfulness, emotional regulation, problem-solving, stress tolerance, and other factors.
Bloom Mental Health Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44149
Waitlist for new clients
You've done it alone long enough, and you're in right place for the collaboration you've been looking for. Maybe you're in the throngs of anxiety and depression, and feel sick of the way they've been limiting you. Maybe you're ready to make connections to the past and and increase self-awareness in the 'now'. Maybe you're ready for a proactive approach to set goals and optimize your life. Potentially you're looking to switch paths (career or otherwise), and are in desperate need of direction. It's time. It's time you choose to invest in yourself and create the life you have always wanted. I am here to guide you to that.
You've done it alone long enough, and you're in right place for the collaboration you've been looking for. Maybe you're in the throngs of anxiety and depression, and feel sick of the way they've been limiting you. Maybe you're ready to make connections to the past and and increase self-awareness in the 'now'. Maybe you're ready for a proactive approach to set goals and optimize your life. Potentially you're looking to switch paths (career or otherwise), and are in desperate need of direction. It's time. It's time you choose to invest in yourself and create the life you have always wanted. I am here to guide you to that.
Bridget Elizabeth Tovey
Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44149
Waitlist for new clients
I view counseling as a collaborative process between the client and the therapist, with the client being the expert on their own lives. My ultimate goal at a therapist is to support my clients in achieving the goals they set for themselves. My background includes working with adolescents in a residential treatment and hospital setting, working as a school-based mental health provider, providing counseling services in a university counseling center to undergraduate students, and working with clients ages 5 through 75 in an outpatient setting.
I view counseling as a collaborative process between the client and the therapist, with the client being the expert on their own lives. My ultimate goal at a therapist is to support my clients in achieving the goals they set for themselves. My background includes working with adolescents in a residential treatment and hospital setting, working as a school-based mental health provider, providing counseling services in a university counseling center to undergraduate students, and working with clients ages 5 through 75 in an outpatient setting.
Meghan Giblin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136
Waitlist for new clients
Life can quickly become stressful and overwhelming, especially when we are giving so much of ourselves to others. You feel tired of the way things are, or overwhelmed by the reality of what's on your plate. Is it time for you to offer yourself some of the time and attention you so graciously give to others? Maybe you have specific goals in mind, or perhaps you don't quite know what it is, but you know you want to feel differently. I offer a safe and reliable space to share and heal from past and current stressors in life and to grow into the version of yourself you'd most like to be.
Life can quickly become stressful and overwhelming, especially when we are giving so much of ourselves to others. You feel tired of the way things are, or overwhelmed by the reality of what's on your plate. Is it time for you to offer yourself some of the time and attention you so graciously give to others? Maybe you have specific goals in mind, or perhaps you don't quite know what it is, but you know you want to feel differently. I offer a safe and reliable space to share and heal from past and current stressors in life and to grow into the version of yourself you'd most like to be.
Gabrielle Gallet de St. Aurin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT
Verified Verified
Strongsville, OH 44149
When we live in spaces of meeting other people’s expectations, how can we ever discover who we authentically are? My role as a therapist is to create a space where you are able to be authentically yourself. We are not simple and isolated beings. We are influenced and impacted by various different relationships and experiences throughout our lives. There is no road map on how to be. So, let’s create it together. I specialize in working with families of all shapes, sizes and experiences, and specifically those that identify within the LGBTQIA+ community.
When we live in spaces of meeting other people’s expectations, how can we ever discover who we authentically are? My role as a therapist is to create a space where you are able to be authentically yourself. We are not simple and isolated beings. We are influenced and impacted by various different relationships and experiences throughout our lives. There is no road map on how to be. So, let’s create it together. I specialize in working with families of all shapes, sizes and experiences, and specifically those that identify within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Erik Ribera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strongsville, OH 44136 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As an out FTM transman and member of the LGBTQ+ community, I support trans adults in the Cleveland area, facilitating groups as well as speaking on educational panel forums regarding the transgender experience.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing at Grow Well Cleveland, LLC under the supervision of Holly Hengartner, LPCC-S. I am a graduate of Cleveland State University, and earned my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I believe therapeutic counseling offers space for those seeking to make intentional changes in their life. Committed to providing specific care for each individual's unique needs, I connect and meet my clients where they are, supporting the vulnerable moments that the process can create. My work with clients has an eclectic, strengths based, "here and now" theoretical framework.
As an out FTM transman and member of the LGBTQ+ community, I support trans adults in the Cleveland area, facilitating groups as well as speaking on educational panel forums regarding the transgender experience.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing at Grow Well Cleveland, LLC under the supervision of Holly Hengartner, LPCC-S. I am a graduate of Cleveland State University, and earned my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I believe therapeutic counseling offers space for those seeking to make intentional changes in their life. Committed to providing specific care for each individual's unique needs, I connect and meet my clients where they are, supporting the vulnerable moments that the process can create. My work with clients has an eclectic, strengths based, "here and now" theoretical framework.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.