Parenting Therapists in Sycamore Hills, Columbus, OH

As a former Ohio State wrestler, one of my greatest passions is in Sports Counseling - helping athletes and families reach their potential where anger, negative self talk and fear can often times speak so loudly. I help others realize they can silence those voices and take ownership of their actions and emotions so sports, relationships and life can be fun!

Many of us go through life pushing aside or losing touch with our feelings and needs. Over time, strategies we use to avoid uncomfortable emotions become unsustainable and exhausting. This is when we need to reach out for help and support. My clients often struggle with unresolved childhood pain and trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, or just feeling stuck. I will help you learn new strategies for living so that you can move forward in the direction of healing, growth, and deeper self-compassion.

There are issues in your life, and you feel stuck. You want a better life. Better based on what? RE-define, Re-Think, Re-Phrase, and Re-Define your Better!

Ms. Griffith is a Board Licensed School Psychologist conducting private practice in the Columbus, Ohio area with over 15 years of experience in public schools. Ms. Griffith provides thorough and skilled independent psychoeducational evaluations for children (ages 3 and up) and adults with learning differences. Assessments include IQ testing, achievement, adaptive behavior, social-emotional status, ADHD, executive function, and autism to find the source of your or your dependent's challenges. We offer assistance with special education in PreK-12 schools, 504s, and accommodations for College Board exams and college courses.

I am a licensed psychologist who has been in private practice for more than three decades. I believe in carefully listening and then being interactive. I share ideas and possible things to do to challenge old behaviors and erroneous beliefs about oneself. I am a big believer in when one has a bigger picture of one’s self and their back story then real change can occur.

How many times in the last three months have you said, " I really need to go talk to someone?" Are you managing the lives of all of your family members and just can't get a grasp on your own shit? Have you recently gone through a major life transition and can't make heads or tails of what life looks like now? Perhaps you are just wanting to feel better and know there are things from your past that are holding you back. Thank you for reading my profile as finding "the right" the therapist can be overwhelming.

Have you reached a point in your life where continuing down the same path seems impossible but you aren’t sure which direction you want to go? Or perhaps you know the direction you would like to move in but just aren’t quite sure how to get there? Maybe you get confused or overwhelmed by your emotions. You find yourself withdrawing, panicking, drinking, or using other coping strategies that served you in the past but no longer provide the relief you seek. These are common reasons clients choose to engage in therapy with me.

It’s amazing how different life can look when we shift our focus. A fresh perspective and a change of perception can go a long way for old habits and patterns of thinking. Renewing our minds is transformative! Whether this a tough season for you or you feel like you’ve been in the wilderness all of your life, change can happen. Truth be told, counseling is hard work. Showing up for yourself is hard and confronting areas you need to change is hard. Staying the same is hard…to all of that, we do our best to "choose our hard"! You don't have to do this alone! Relationship concerns? Anxiety? Depression? Divorce, etc? All of the above?

You are already whole. For a variety of reasons, we humans can get stuck in problematic patterns of thoughts and behaviors. Together, we can work with these stuck places and reconnect to your natural wholeness. We will start wherever you are. Our work often includes both gaining insight into the causes and conditions of your current challenge, as well as cultivating practices that are aligned with your deepest heart felt desires.

I enjoy working with adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds. I have a background in school counseling with years of experience working with older children and adolescents. I currently work with clients of any age who are looking for help to improve their mental and emotional wellness. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment.

I am well versed in treating anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, trauma, attachment issues, ADHD, personality quirks, and much more. I approach each client in a unique manner, meeting them where they are at and taking time to build a therapeutic relationship. I use evidenced based treatment strategies inclusive of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused, Choice Theory, and more including trauma informed methods. I attempt to incorporate the client’s hobbies and interests into treatment and offer a hopeful, optimistic, client centered approach.

I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have practiced in various settings, including private practice, community settings, Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs, as well as psychiatric inpatient hospitals. My therapeutic approach is centered around the needs of my clients and is based on evidence-based modalities such as solution-focused therapy (SFBT), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), & trauma-informed therapy (TF-CBT, Narrative, & EMDR).

I love my work. I have really enjoyed getting to know my clients over the past 35 years. Although I consult with adults, adolescents & children, I also see many couples and families. My clients are never the problem, they have problems and need solutions and strategies to get "unstuck" or make changes in their lives. I have also found personal, business and career coaching helpful to many clients. I am the owner of a large practice with psychologists, psychiatrists & counselors. If my hours or approach does not fit your needs I will find someone who can assist you.

Choosing the right therapist to hear your story and support your healing process is a very personal and important decision. I provide therapy that is affirming, holistic, and collaborative, and I create an environment where honest self-exploration and healing can occur. Individuals see me for a range of concerns including anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, and gender and sexuality concerns.

I believe everyone is the master of their life so that I believe my job, as a counselor, is to explore and guide my client to recognize and use their strengths then accompany them navigating out of the struggling period in life. I appreciate to have the privilege being the witness of their journey. I am an immigrant from Taiwan which made me understand the possible barriers from the cultural perspectives. I am fluent in Mandarin and Taiwanese beside English.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor and provide services to children, adults and families. I recently completed a Doctorate in Community Care and Counseling specializing in Marriage and Family therapy and address behavioral issues including anxiety, depression, trauma & abuse, stress management, grief & bereavement, and behavioral issues. I have received training in Gottman Relational Counseling Level I &II and Emotion- Focused Therapy; EMDR to help those with unresolved trauma and CBT; and also Play and Sandplay therapy. I like to have a lot of fun with my clients and their families and enjoy what I do!

My specialty areas include trauma, relationship concerns (with partners, family, friends, coworkers, etc.), identity exploration and development (LGBTQ2S+, disabilities, etc.), and neurodivergence (ADHD/ASD). I most enjoy working with clients who are unlearning people-pleasing, who want to get unstuck frustrating cycles, and would like to escape the pitfalls of building healthy relationships.