Anxiety Therapists in Xenia, OH

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Ashley Brickles Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, SAP
Xenia, OH 45385
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of depression, or struggling to connect in your relationships?
I provide personalized counseling that helps you uncover your inner strengths and develop practical tools to move forward with confidence and hope. Together, we’ll explore your story and create a path toward healing that fits your life. Online sessions offer you the flexibility to connect from wherever you feel most comfortable.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of depression, or struggling to connect in your relationships?
I provide personalized counseling that helps you uncover your inner strengths and develop practical tools to move forward with confidence and hope. Together, we’ll explore your story and create a path toward healing that fits your life. Online sessions offer you the flexibility to connect from wherever you feel most comfortable.
(937) 777-3947 View (937) 777-3947
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Lorey Ann Simons
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , MS, LPCC-S
Xenia, OH 45385
"I have worked, successfully, with individuals who are dealing with trauma and the anxiety that so often accompanies such trauma.
" I am a non-judgmental, open-minded therapist who believes that each client is an individual who deserves respect and unconditional regard for their life experiences. I engage in utilization of client centered therapy that allows the client to direct and feel more involved in the therapeutic process. This allows me to connect with the client and, together, develop a treatment plan that will help them to foster the skills that they feel they need to achieve the goals that they have set forth."
"I have worked, successfully, with individuals who are dealing with trauma and the anxiety that so often accompanies such trauma.
" I am a non-judgmental, open-minded therapist who believes that each client is an individual who deserves respect and unconditional regard for their life experiences. I engage in utilization of client centered therapy that allows the client to direct and feel more involved in the therapeutic process. This allows me to connect with the client and, together, develop a treatment plan that will help them to foster the skills that they feel they need to achieve the goals that they have set forth."
(937) 523-0444 View (937) 523-0444
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Mindy Finch
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Xenia, OH 45385
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it's anxiety, depression, or trauma you're attempting to cope with, reaching out for help is the first step.
I offer a therapeutic approach that is warm, non-judgmental, and often injected with humor. I believe that trauma is frequently at the core of substance abuse as well as other mental health symptoms and so work from a trauma-informed perspective.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, or trauma you're attempting to cope with, reaching out for help is the first step.
I offer a therapeutic approach that is warm, non-judgmental, and often injected with humor. I believe that trauma is frequently at the core of substance abuse as well as other mental health symptoms and so work from a trauma-informed perspective.
(937) 915-5212 View (937) 915-5212
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Amanda Matthias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Office hours: Tuesday- Friday Since 1997 I have provided psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults facing a variety of emotional challenges, as well as couples and families experiencing relationship and communication struggles. We are presented with many challenges across our life span, which provide opportunities for insight and personal growth. I am dedicated to helping my clients face life's obstacles with the strength and motivation to master them and move forward becoming more fulfilled and balanced individuals in the process.
Office hours: Tuesday- Friday Since 1997 I have provided psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults facing a variety of emotional challenges, as well as couples and families experiencing relationship and communication struggles. We are presented with many challenges across our life span, which provide opportunities for insight and personal growth. I am dedicated to helping my clients face life's obstacles with the strength and motivation to master them and move forward becoming more fulfilled and balanced individuals in the process.
(937) 817-3911 View (937) 817-3911
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Brenda Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Serves Area
Want a marriage with less conflict, know how to control worries, be able to cope & manage emotions, want children to be on green at school?
Clients who see me often struggle with feeling hopeless, alone, trouble getting out of bed. Or some are in relationships and having trouble communicating. Some have children with issues at school and not sure how to help them. They are tried of feeling the way they do and want help. This is not how they envisioned life to be like. They want so much more out of their marriage, for their kids, for themselves. They want to be done fighting and carrying everything on their shoulders alone. They want help with the worrisome thoughts and controlling emotions. They would like to know they are not alone dealing with life struggles.
Want a marriage with less conflict, know how to control worries, be able to cope & manage emotions, want children to be on green at school?
Clients who see me often struggle with feeling hopeless, alone, trouble getting out of bed. Or some are in relationships and having trouble communicating. Some have children with issues at school and not sure how to help them. They are tried of feeling the way they do and want help. This is not how they envisioned life to be like. They want so much more out of their marriage, for their kids, for themselves. They want to be done fighting and carrying everything on their shoulders alone. They want help with the worrisome thoughts and controlling emotions. They would like to know they are not alone dealing with life struggles.
(937) 502-3858 View (937) 502-3858
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Becky Davis-Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Online Only
A major focus of my work has been anxiety management, helping individuals identify and implement healthy coping skills, reduce stress, and improve self-care.
Hello, I'm Becky Thomas, a Licensed Independent Social Worker. Do you find yourself awake at night, feeling stressed, or worrying over things? I'm here to help you find the solutions that work best for you. I work with individuals, teens, and couples to navigate life's challenges and discover different solutions together. The journey of life can be challenging, and sometimes it helps to talk with someone who can offer new perspectives and strategies. I have worked in various settings, including community clinics, hospitals, and other non-profit organizations.
A major focus of my work has been anxiety management, helping individuals identify and implement healthy coping skills, reduce stress, and improve self-care.
Hello, I'm Becky Thomas, a Licensed Independent Social Worker. Do you find yourself awake at night, feeling stressed, or worrying over things? I'm here to help you find the solutions that work best for you. I work with individuals, teens, and couples to navigate life's challenges and discover different solutions together. The journey of life can be challenging, and sometimes it helps to talk with someone who can offer new perspectives and strategies. I have worked in various settings, including community clinics, hospitals, and other non-profit organizations.
(216) 868-7779 View (216) 868-7779
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Carole Bower
Counselor, LPCC-S
Serves Area
Whether you struggle with anxiety, parenting challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, or maintaining good relationships, I will listen and give you feedback to guide your thinking and responses.
I serve to guide you, the client, in developing solutions to problems and implementing them. I primarily utilize a Cognitive-behavioral/Rational-Emotive Therapy approach, which helps in developing insight into your own thinking and behavior. You are then able to change how you feel and respond, giving you a greater sense of control over your life.
Whether you struggle with anxiety, parenting challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, or maintaining good relationships, I will listen and give you feedback to guide your thinking and responses.
I serve to guide you, the client, in developing solutions to problems and implementing them. I primarily utilize a Cognitive-behavioral/Rational-Emotive Therapy approach, which helps in developing insight into your own thinking and behavior. You are then able to change how you feel and respond, giving you a greater sense of control over your life.
(440) 683-6850 View (440) 683-6850
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Dr. Krista Dawn Rannells
Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have over 20 years of experience helping diverse individuals recover from trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, and overall life stressors.
My therapeutic model emphasizes trust and transparency. Beginning counseling is a vulnerable time, and the persons ability to feel comfortable is the first step. My strength-based therapy revolves around emotional needs, which includes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and survivor-centered approaches.
I have over 20 years of experience helping diverse individuals recover from trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, and overall life stressors.
My therapeutic model emphasizes trust and transparency. Beginning counseling is a vulnerable time, and the persons ability to feel comfortable is the first step. My strength-based therapy revolves around emotional needs, which includes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and survivor-centered approaches.
(937) 887-4993 View (937) 887-4993
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Taylor C Shear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I specialize in a wide range of areas, including adolescent and teen mental/behavioral health, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, children's mental/behavioral health, depression, family relationships, intimate/romantic relationships, LGBTQIA+ support, life transitions, military/veteran support, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
Hello! My name is Taylor, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with over 10 years of professional experience. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping individuals navigate through trauma and abuse, and I am deeply committed to treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My therapeutic philosophy is centered around the belief that every person deserves to be heard and understood. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, ensuring that our work together is both meaningful and effective.
I specialize in a wide range of areas, including adolescent and teen mental/behavioral health, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, children's mental/behavioral health, depression, family relationships, intimate/romantic relationships, LGBTQIA+ support, life transitions, military/veteran support, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
Hello! My name is Taylor, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with over 10 years of professional experience. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping individuals navigate through trauma and abuse, and I am deeply committed to treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My therapeutic philosophy is centered around the belief that every person deserves to be heard and understood. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, ensuring that our work together is both meaningful and effective.
(216) 238-5728 View (216) 238-5728
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Jeffrey Smart
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LICDC
Online Only
These include substance abuse and dependency, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as major life events that happen to us all.
Person centered counseling is not a platform on which one seeks advice or fears being judged, as if “under the microscope”. Rather it is a collaborative conversation based on unconditional positive regard, in which counselor and client journey together towards the client’s realization of meaning and goals.
These include substance abuse and dependency, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as major life events that happen to us all.
Person centered counseling is not a platform on which one seeks advice or fears being judged, as if “under the microscope”. Rather it is a collaborative conversation based on unconditional positive regard, in which counselor and client journey together towards the client’s realization of meaning and goals.
(937) 400-1790 View (937) 400-1790
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Muffy Stewart
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Online Only
Reflect for a moment and think about the emotions you are experiencing. Now I want you to feel the emotions and sensations inside your body. My passion is to help you heal your intense emotions and thoughts both in a cognitive way, or your mind, and also in a somatic, or body awareness way. Alot of times we try to heal by just talking about our thoughts. It is important for us to know that our body has experienced the emotional or physical pain as well. It is important to listen to, understand, and heal both mind and body.
Reflect for a moment and think about the emotions you are experiencing. Now I want you to feel the emotions and sensations inside your body. My passion is to help you heal your intense emotions and thoughts both in a cognitive way, or your mind, and also in a somatic, or body awareness way. Alot of times we try to heal by just talking about our thoughts. It is important for us to know that our body has experienced the emotional or physical pain as well. It is important to listen to, understand, and heal both mind and body.
(216) 480-3648 View (216) 480-3648
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Claudia Noriega
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
I also work extensively with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and adjustment related problems.
My ability to connect with and empathize with English and Spanish speaking clients are my strong points.
I also work extensively with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and adjustment related problems.
My ability to connect with and empathize with English and Spanish speaking clients are my strong points.
(614) 756-3786 View (614) 756-3786
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Denton James Gingrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, and major life changes.
I help clients consider how their life experience or current situation influences the thought-processes, emotions, and behaviors that are contributing to their difficult symptoms. I then teach the client how they can build new skills for understanding how to form healthier habits of thought and a stronger sense of confidence to accomplish their life goals.
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, and major life changes.
I help clients consider how their life experience or current situation influences the thought-processes, emotions, and behaviors that are contributing to their difficult symptoms. I then teach the client how they can build new skills for understanding how to form healthier habits of thought and a stronger sense of confidence to accomplish their life goals.
(937) 729-3040 View (937) 729-3040
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Erica Stump
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Online Only
You may look like you’re holding it all together while internally feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted.
My goal is to help you cope, but more importantly, to help you experience greater freedom, confidence, and connection. Together, we will gain a better understanding of your experiences, develop healthier patterns, and move toward lasting growth.
You may look like you’re holding it all together while internally feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted.
My goal is to help you cope, but more importantly, to help you experience greater freedom, confidence, and connection. Together, we will gain a better understanding of your experiences, develop healthier patterns, and move toward lasting growth.
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Amanda Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LICDC, CSOTP
1 Endorsed
Xenia, OH 45385
I work with people who may be feeling ashamed, overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by past experiences and current challenges. Many of the clients I support are navigating trauma, grief, relationship struggles, anger issues, substance use concerns, or court-ordered and specialty treatment needs, and they often come to therapy looking for clarity, stability, accountability, and change. I meet people where they are, take time to understand their goals, and work at a pace that feels manageable and respectful so they can begin moving forward with greater confidence and support.
I work with people who may be feeling ashamed, overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by past experiences and current challenges. Many of the clients I support are navigating trauma, grief, relationship struggles, anger issues, substance use concerns, or court-ordered and specialty treatment needs, and they often come to therapy looking for clarity, stability, accountability, and change. I meet people where they are, take time to understand their goals, and work at a pace that feels manageable and respectful so they can begin moving forward with greater confidence and support.
(937) 882-5155 View (937) 882-5155
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Laurie Walker Hoff
Counselor, MS, PCC
Serves Area
I also work with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Disruptive Behaviors, Bipolar and Aspergers.
I have counseled children and their families in private practice for over 19 years. I am committed to helping children with emotional and behavioral problems, even the ones others often give up on. I incorporate play and creative hands-on activities to help children learn new skills. Every child is capable of growth and change. I work to help the entire family move past the hurts and toward more loving relationships.
I also work with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Disruptive Behaviors, Bipolar and Aspergers.
I have counseled children and their families in private practice for over 19 years. I am committed to helping children with emotional and behavioral problems, even the ones others often give up on. I incorporate play and creative hands-on activities to help children learn new skills. Every child is capable of growth and change. I work to help the entire family move past the hurts and toward more loving relationships.
(937) 550-3273 View (937) 550-3273
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Carrie Beaver-Evans Counseling Services
Counselor, MRC, LPCC-S, LICDC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
The entire world has been changed, seemingly overnight. Please reach out if you need to talk to someone. Ever wake up in the morning and said to yourself, "I cannot keep doing this", only to find yourself doing the very thing you swore off only four hours ago? If you have said this to yourself, you have probably been surfing the internet for a cure for addictions, or how to quit drinking so much, or how to make it through detox. Addictions are insufferable. I have been working in the field for 13 years with mental health and addiction issues.
The entire world has been changed, seemingly overnight. Please reach out if you need to talk to someone. Ever wake up in the morning and said to yourself, "I cannot keep doing this", only to find yourself doing the very thing you swore off only four hours ago? If you have said this to yourself, you have probably been surfing the internet for a cure for addictions, or how to quit drinking so much, or how to make it through detox. Addictions are insufferable. I have been working in the field for 13 years with mental health and addiction issues.
(513) 334-4137 View (513) 334-4137
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Brave Life Pastoral Counseling, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, MA, BCCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(937) 858-1946 View (937) 858-1946
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Kristen Rife
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Online Only
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or just need someone to talk to, I'm here to listen and support you every step
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages and concerns including: mental/behavioral health, anxiety, children's mental/behavioral health, depression, family relationships, intimate/romantic relationships, stress, suicidal ideation and/or self-harming, and trauma. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or just need someone to talk to, I'm here to listen and support you every step
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages and concerns including: mental/behavioral health, anxiety, children's mental/behavioral health, depression, family relationships, intimate/romantic relationships, stress, suicidal ideation and/or self-harming, and trauma. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(216) 294-2833 View (216) 294-2833
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Rachel K Brooks
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT-S, LICDC, LMFT
Online Only
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma?
I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach to create personalized treatment for each individual. I have a special interest in helping adults from dysfunctional family systems heal from the lasting impact of childhood experiences, build healthier relationships, and develop greater resilience.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma?
I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach to create personalized treatment for each individual. I have a special interest in helping adults from dysfunctional family systems heal from the lasting impact of childhood experiences, build healthier relationships, and develop greater resilience.
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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.