Self-Harming Therapists in Columbus, OH

I am a socially responsible practitioner, who respects and celebrates human diversity and difference. Trained as a generalist, I provide psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in working with emerging adults, ages 15-25, and individuals coping with various life transitions, self-harming behaviors, anxiety symptoms, disordered eating habits, self-esteem concerns, and women's issues. Additionally, areas of interest include grief/trauma counseling, depression, LGBTQ related topics, and eliminating self-defeating behaviors.

“In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” -Coco Chanel We all have different life experiences, beliefs, values, strengths, challenges, obstacles, levels of support, etc. I utilize an integrative approach that allows me to work with you to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs. Therapeutic techniques can be integrated from Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, Culturally Sensitive, Cognitive Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment, Psychodynamic, Eye Movement Desensitization and Restructuring (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology.

Do you often feel misunderstood and isolated, navigating through constant states of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn? Perhaps you struggle with regulating emotions, find yourself overwhelmed, and resort to self-harming behaviors or other ways to numb intense emotional pain. Chronic suicidal ideation may also be part of your experience. Do you deeply care about others, sometimes to your own detriment, and yearn for the ability to set and maintain boundaries? Building healthy relationships might be a challenge, leaving you feeling like an outsider. Relentless shame and guilt may be weighing heavily on you.

I work with adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to treat a wide range of eating-related concerns, as well as anxiety, depression, and associated conditions. I also provide Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for adults seeking trauma therapy, and I provide couples therapy using Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT).

I work with individuals experiencing significant psychological distress due to marital difficulties and other personal challenges. Many of my clients have resorted to addictive behaviors as a means of coping, while some engage in self-harming behaviors, which can also be considered addictive in nature. Within the confines of my office, couples can find a secure and supportive environment to address their issues and cultivate more resilient and fulfilling relationships.

I am a psychotherapist with two decades of experience helping my clients transform their lives and relationships. The therapy I provide is experiential, evidence based, directive and collaborative. I approach my clients with warmth, compassion and curiosity. I am skilled at helping my clients heal from the past, recognize internal narratives that aren't serving them anymore, create new stories, find meaning, and learn to establish real connection with themselves and others.

I love providing my clients with a safe and nonjudgmental space for them to be themselves. My biggest goal is for my clients to know that they have someone there for them, someone who can help them with their struggles and provide them support. I want to help people find balance in their lives, and aid people in finding their true selves. I know taking the step to get counseling is not an easy for one for all, and I hope to make your experience as comfortable as possible!

Amanda McKinney is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who obtained her Masters of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University in 2015. Throughout her career, Amanda has always had a true passion for working with individuals from all walks of life to ensure they meet their self-identified goals for treatment. She believes in utilizing an individualized strengths-based holistic approach for each client and is a strong advocate for her client's right to self-determination.

Her specialty is empowering clients through therapy providing a nurturing and safe environment to explore difficult feelings, promote growth, facilitate behavior changes, and improve relationships. Christina has experience providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) groups, mental health assessments, and individual therapy in the Cincinnati area. Her passion is working with children and young adults in which she pulls from her experience working with youth in foster care and school-based day treatment.

Hello! My name is Stephanie Edwards. I’m a licensed professional clinical counselor with supervision designation. I have more than 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Akron. I specialize in complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), diversity issues, depression, anxiety, and issues stemming from abuse. I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and am a Level 1 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).

We are a professional counseling firm with experienced counselors in Sexual Abuse, Relationship/Marital Counseling, Family counseling, Codependency Counseling, Gender Identity, Incarceration/Probation Counseling, and specialize in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling for adults and teens, as well as Trauma and PTSD.

I offer individual and couple's therapy to address a wide range of needs. My focus at the start is building a therapeutic alliance so that we can collaboratively work towards your identified goals. My goal is always to empower clients to build skills, gain tools, and find ways to apply them in specific ways initially, with working towards generalizability along the way.

Are you in emotional pain? Have you been through difficult or traumatic life experiences? Learning to deal with life's challenges and finding your way out of deep emotional pain can be overwhelming. The decision to attend counseling is not always easy and choosing the right therapist to partner with you is important. If you are ready to work to find hope and healing, I am ready to help you. My practice is effective because I work with all parts of the self-- helping you move through the difficult experiences you have encountered and help bring meaning back to life!

Cheer up? Relax? Put the past in the past? If it's easier said than done, you don't have to do it alone. I welcome people whose emotions sometimes seem stronger than they are. With over twenty-five years of experience in private practice and community mental health, I've helped people face the hardest life has to offer.

TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC is a professional organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and the community by providing comprehensive and effective behavioral health services through a caring, responsive partnership. We provide counseling and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to helping others by utilizing the method and manner which best fits the client to ensure they receive the best care possible. We approach our work and our world with professionalism, a variety of treatment approaches, flexibility and collaboration.

I am a licensed independent social worker with an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work, both from The Ohio State University. I have previous experience in community-based social services and crisis mental health settings. I have a special interest in treating the effects of Religious Trauma Syndrome for those affected by spiritual abuse. I take a trauma-informed approach to treatment to create a safe and validating environment for clients.

Everyone feels stuck at times and unsure what to do. I believe that with the right help you can make the changes you need so that a new path can be discovered. My passion is to work along side individuals, families, adolescents, children, and parents to help create this new path. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy and Art Therapy. I work with those dealing with past or current trauma, family issues, youth, emotional hardships, life transitions, divorce, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, addiction, adoption, and behavior issues just to name a few.

I have a heart for helping people develop their inner strength, build deeper relationships with the people around them, and rediscover their joy... In addition, I enjoy getting to learn from clients each day and the personal growth that comes with accompanying you on the journey toward healing.

I present to therapy in the same way I present to all relationships in my life: a focus on authentic connection and a strong belief in the innate goodness of people. I believe that the therapeutic relationship plays an integral role in the process of navigating acceptance versus change with my clients. This means that I commit to bringing my true, authentic self to the room, when I am asking the same vulnerability of my clients. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel both validated and challenged to find balance and joy in their complex, overwhelming lives. I hold strongly that my clients already have the capabilities they need.