Teletherapy for Ohio

Your story matters. Do you feel like you're stuck dealing with life stress, maybe crippling effects from a trauma that is making daily life harder to cope with? It can feel scary to reach out for help but finding the right therapist can make that journey feel less scary. At Free Spirit Counseling we work to make clients feel comfortable and connected during therapy which helps them to make the most progress. We have therapists who specialize in many areas of mental health and can meet any needs that you have.

Everyone struggles sometimes, but when you find yourself struggling most of the time, it may be a sign it is time to seek out the help you need to move through your difficulties. Taking the first step toward counseling is challenging for many people, but coming this far in your search shows you are ready to move forward.

Welcome adults, teens, LGBTQ, couples, and families who are in need of a therapist with a sense of humor, engaging personality, perceptive mind, and caring attitude. As a client, you will experience a safe, non-judgmental place in which to process and explore feelings related to mood disorders, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, and trauma. It is my goal to provide my clients with the tools necessary to take charge of their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to reduce stress and enjoy life.

Counseling is a big decision and I am glad you are searching for the right counseling. I value my clients stories and help to show empathy, compassion, and care while giving hope to all who come into my office. I can help by listening intently to what you are saying & matching knowledge with compassion. I specialize in helping clients who are interested in telemental health and can provide HIPAA secured videoconferencing to meet your needs. Appointments available as soon as you need/want them.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

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.

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?

Do you feel 'stuck' in life's transitions? Have you disqualified yourself due to life experiences? Interpersonal relationships, empty nest, work changes, and other issues bring things to the surface we didn't expect to experience. We may not like ourselves. It doesn't have to stay that way! Maybe the work world has exposed areas of interpersonal growth needed to advance in your field, or you're ready to finally chase your dream. It's never too late to discover a new skill, career, identity, purpose, and direction. You have an opportunity within your current challenges to use it as as springboard to see your dreams become reality.

We all need support at different times in life. Many clients seek help when their current way of dealing with life's challenges no longer works. With a caring, non-judgmental & solution-focused approach, we will explore your issues, concerns and challenges in a safe environment. The most effective way to create change is to uncover root causes & start the healing from the deepest emotional level. Somatics and energy work offer a holistic solution encompassing body, mind, spirit, will & emotions. We combine the Core Energetics evolutionary process with Reiki energy treatments and coaching to help create a balance for clients.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

I am a counselor, EMDR Therapist, Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator, and a proud graduate of Regent University where I earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. My focus includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD and I conduct Immigration Evaluations using an integrative approach to therapy that includes various treatment modalities based on your therapeutic and personal needs. Because of my service in ministry, I am uniquely positioned to offer spiritual counseling from a Christian perspective at your request.

Update: Practice is full. Not accepting new clients . Waitlist available. When other clients transition out of therapy or to fewer sessions you will be contacted. I know finding a great therapist is challenging. I am here to help you find a way to improve and heal. Taking the first step towards getting better might be intimidating, but you will be grateful about seeking support once you realize how smooth and easy the therapy experience is, and how much reward there is for you.

You or your adolescent may be experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional sensitivity, relationship issues or difficulty focusing. I have extensive experience as a doctoral-level cognitive behavioral therapist and I believe helping individuals understand how their thoughts and behaviors contribute to intense emotions is key to mental health. Challenging unhealthy thinking and learning how to think differently can be very effective. I teach specific and diverse skills and coach people on using them in real-life situations. I often share behavioral management techniques to help clients gain control over repetitive or compulsive actions and reduce anxiety in feared situations.

I specialize in children, adolescents, and adults with mental health struggles, life changes, trauma, and relational issues.

My ideal client is the client that is willing to do the mental and emotional work that a therapeutic relationship requires, regardless of the issue they are bringing. These clients are desirous of change and growth and have some degree of motivation to make achieve them. They want to understand themselves better in order to develop and maintain healthy relationships with themselves and others. They commit their time and energy to themselves and the process and are respectful of my time.

Do you and your partner have different ideas of how often you should have sex or about the quality of it? Are you experiencing shame or pain when trying to engage with a partner sexually? Are you interested in pursuing a non-traditional relationship or in a consensual non-monogamous relationship but having trouble navigating those waters? Do you worry that you might be addicted to porn or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate and feel like all you do anymore is argue? I'm here to help you address those issues and more in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive counselor for individual or couples counseling? Ann Rippel is a mental health therapist and owner of Inner Harmony Health & Wellness in Gahanna, Ohio. Ann has 12 years of experience as a therapist and specializes in treatment for individuals and couples for depression, anxiety, PTSD, past traumatic events, self-esteem, behavioral problems, grief, relationship issues, and helping you to stop unhealthy habits. Ann uses a trauma informed approach and she enjoys helping both individuals and couples for your own unique wellness goals.

You feel misunderstood, unnoticed, and underappreciated. You are questioning yourself and your abilities to handle life. You are thinking the same things over and over, with no real resolution. You haven’t quite found your “people” and it’s been weighing you down lately. I enjoy working with young adults who are learning who they are and what they want to offer the world, but struggle with motivation and self-esteem to accomplish their goals. I am here to help and support you.

Dr. Jeffery Baker is a clinical & forensic psychologist. He offers many different clinical and forensic services. If you wish to schedule an appointment with Dr. Baker it is quick and easy. Go to his website: drjefferybaker.com and on the home page hit the "Book Now" button to log in and find a day and time which works for you.