Christian Therapists in North Ridgeville, OH
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Danielle Santiago
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
I specialize in Mindfulness, EMDR, DBT, CBT, Trauma Focused, Art and Baking Therapy, Walk & Talk therapy, and Christian Counseling.
Life can seem overwhelming and intense, at times it may feel like the chaos and confusion are too much to bear on your own. Conflicts within ourselves, our spouses, family, friends and children arise, uncertainty of when it will end begins to consume us and starts to feel normal. Sometimes life has felt like this since childhood, carrying a weight that is too heavy, creating patterns and a lifestyle that just aren’t working. Children can experience intense and uncertain feelings, not knowing how to regulate their emotions, or seek out validation can lead to confusion that transpires into adulthood.
I specialize in Mindfulness, EMDR, DBT, CBT, Trauma Focused, Art and Baking Therapy, Walk & Talk therapy, and Christian Counseling.
Life can seem overwhelming and intense, at times it may feel like the chaos and confusion are too much to bear on your own. Conflicts within ourselves, our spouses, family, friends and children arise, uncertainty of when it will end begins to consume us and starts to feel normal. Sometimes life has felt like this since childhood, carrying a weight that is too heavy, creating patterns and a lifestyle that just aren’t working. Children can experience intense and uncertain feelings, not knowing how to regulate their emotions, or seek out validation can lead to confusion that transpires into adulthood.
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Amy Hall
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Something is happening in your life that has prompted you to search for help. You’ve already taken the first step to healing just by browsing this site, and I would be honored if you allowed me to help you take the next steps. I believe that life is a journey filled with ups and downs, and twists and turns. Sometimes the journey is difficult to navigate, and other times we just get stuck and don’t know why. None of us needs to walk this journey alone. I am here to walk with you through the painful parts of your past and present that are posing difficulties in your life now.
Something is happening in your life that has prompted you to search for help. You’ve already taken the first step to healing just by browsing this site, and I would be honored if you allowed me to help you take the next steps. I believe that life is a journey filled with ups and downs, and twists and turns. Sometimes the journey is difficult to navigate, and other times we just get stuck and don’t know why. None of us needs to walk this journey alone. I am here to walk with you through the painful parts of your past and present that are posing difficulties in your life now.
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My name is Heidi Booth, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the State of Ohio. My goal is to be able to provide a space where you feel comfortable, accepted, and appreciated. I work with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, coping skills, ADHD, life transitions, identity issues, and more. Everyone needs something different and my focus is to benefit you with making a plan that fits you best! I know this journey can look scary, but you don't have to be alone.
My name is Heidi Booth, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the State of Ohio. My goal is to be able to provide a space where you feel comfortable, accepted, and appreciated. I work with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, coping skills, ADHD, life transitions, identity issues, and more. Everyone needs something different and my focus is to benefit you with making a plan that fits you best! I know this journey can look scary, but you don't have to be alone.
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Susanne Sacco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MEd
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in an individualized approach for every client and working with you to determine the best methodology to get you where you want to be. I will help you tell your life story, and will work with you to find insight and meaning for the future. While on your journey, you will find that I can offer and link you with additional resources to empower you beyond the therapy room. Finally, if a relationship with me as a therapist is not working, I encourage my clients to be open and honest so that we can get them on the correct path to healing.
I believe in an individualized approach for every client and working with you to determine the best methodology to get you where you want to be. I will help you tell your life story, and will work with you to find insight and meaning for the future. While on your journey, you will find that I can offer and link you with additional resources to empower you beyond the therapy room. Finally, if a relationship with me as a therapist is not working, I encourage my clients to be open and honest so that we can get them on the correct path to healing.
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Kayla Hebebrand
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Hello, my name is Kayla Hebebrand and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Ohio under the supervision of Brenda Irwin LPCC-S E.0002208-SUPV. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative process that promotes the well-being of each client. I am passionate about understanding each client's story and processing the difficult memories and emotions tied to those stories. Life can be unpredictable, demanding, and tiresome. I hope to come alongside my clients to help them rewrite their stories as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and various life stressors.
Hello, my name is Kayla Hebebrand and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Ohio under the supervision of Brenda Irwin LPCC-S E.0002208-SUPV. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative process that promotes the well-being of each client. I am passionate about understanding each client's story and processing the difficult memories and emotions tied to those stories. Life can be unpredictable, demanding, and tiresome. I hope to come alongside my clients to help them rewrite their stories as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and various life stressors.
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My name is Kailey Vilyus, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Ohio under the supervision of Chris Roseman PhD, LPCC-S. I have experience working with teens and adults in community and school settings. My primary areas of treatment include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life stressors, and trauma. My passion involves educating clients and families on mental health, incorporating self-awareness of physical symptoms that occur with trauma or mood disorders, using interventions that involve creativity or relaxation, and having a holistic mind-body-spirit approach to healing.
My name is Kailey Vilyus, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Ohio under the supervision of Chris Roseman PhD, LPCC-S. I have experience working with teens and adults in community and school settings. My primary areas of treatment include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life stressors, and trauma. My passion involves educating clients and families on mental health, incorporating self-awareness of physical symptoms that occur with trauma or mood disorders, using interventions that involve creativity or relaxation, and having a holistic mind-body-spirit approach to healing.
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The Phoenix Counseling Center
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
We believe that counseling is an opportunity to talk with someone you can connect with in a safe environment without fear of judgment. There are a variety of issues that people face on a daily basis. Sometimes those life issues can become too burdensome to deal with on your own. This is where we come in. We work with clients who are dealing with: Depression, Anxiety, Child issues, Mood Disorders, Marriage/Family, Pre-Marital Counseling, Self-Esteem, Trauma, Divorce, Grief, Job and School Stressors. I find it a privilege to be able to walk alongside those who are seeking out assistance in their journey.
We believe that counseling is an opportunity to talk with someone you can connect with in a safe environment without fear of judgment. There are a variety of issues that people face on a daily basis. Sometimes those life issues can become too burdensome to deal with on your own. This is where we come in. We work with clients who are dealing with: Depression, Anxiety, Child issues, Mood Disorders, Marriage/Family, Pre-Marital Counseling, Self-Esteem, Trauma, Divorce, Grief, Job and School Stressors. I find it a privilege to be able to walk alongside those who are seeking out assistance in their journey.
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Seth F Nieding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICDC
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Many patients can effectively overcome symptoms without medication. The mission of Nieding Therapy is: (1) to work with you in order for you to obtain the skills necessary to be able to take control over your thoughts, emotions, and behavior, to learn the skills necessary to overcome your life dominating problems, to improve relationships, and (2) to discover your unique gifts/strengths which you can utilize in your daily life. To schedule an initial consultation call Colleen, office manager, direct at 440-748-1207 or email niedingtherapy@gmail.com Day and Saturday appointments.
Many patients can effectively overcome symptoms without medication. The mission of Nieding Therapy is: (1) to work with you in order for you to obtain the skills necessary to be able to take control over your thoughts, emotions, and behavior, to learn the skills necessary to overcome your life dominating problems, to improve relationships, and (2) to discover your unique gifts/strengths which you can utilize in your daily life. To schedule an initial consultation call Colleen, office manager, direct at 440-748-1207 or email niedingtherapy@gmail.com Day and Saturday appointments.
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Candace Clark
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , MEd, LPCCS, AASECT, CST
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039 (Online Only)
I offer support in exploring relationships, communication, sex, and all the things that go under the realm of connection and pleasure. I am a LPCC and Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT, licensed in OH. Many people tell me that I am the first person they have ever talked to about 'this stuff'. I primarily enjoy working with motivated clients who are interested in navigating the complexities of their intimate lives with openness and honesty. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and multi-partner relationships exploring intimacy, sexual functioning, power dynamics, and communication.
I offer support in exploring relationships, communication, sex, and all the things that go under the realm of connection and pleasure. I am a LPCC and Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT, licensed in OH. Many people tell me that I am the first person they have ever talked to about 'this stuff'. I primarily enjoy working with motivated clients who are interested in navigating the complexities of their intimate lives with openness and honesty. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and multi-partner relationships exploring intimacy, sexual functioning, power dynamics, and communication.
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Life can be incredibly difficult and painful sometimes; full of highs and lows, triumphs and failures. It can be difficult to acknowledge when you need to slow down a little bit and get some help. Counseling is safe and judgement free place where you can process what troubles you and begin to understand your thoughts, feelings, and assumptions about yourself, others, and the world around you.
Life can be incredibly difficult and painful sometimes; full of highs and lows, triumphs and failures. It can be difficult to acknowledge when you need to slow down a little bit and get some help. Counseling is safe and judgement free place where you can process what troubles you and begin to understand your thoughts, feelings, and assumptions about yourself, others, and the world around you.
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Tiel M Wilczynski
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPCC
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039 (Online Only)
You deserve wellness and healing. It is time to become the person you are meant to be, rather than person you've become based on the way life has treated you. Since 2009 I have worked in the mental health field and provided therapeutic services to individuals, couples, groups, and families. I am invested in empowering others to overcome hardship, foster perseverance, and build resilience. I have made a positive impact on the people I have served. I have assisted children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in learning and practicing the skills necessary for mental health and wellness.
You deserve wellness and healing. It is time to become the person you are meant to be, rather than person you've become based on the way life has treated you. Since 2009 I have worked in the mental health field and provided therapeutic services to individuals, couples, groups, and families. I am invested in empowering others to overcome hardship, foster perseverance, and build resilience. I have made a positive impact on the people I have served. I have assisted children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in learning and practicing the skills necessary for mental health and wellness.
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The Dreaming Tree Counseling Center
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC, ICADC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Ridgeville, OH 44035
Welcome to "The Dreaming Tree" Counseling Center. My name is Mike Skoda, and the concept came to me from my love of Dave Matthews Band and their lesser known DMB song, "The Dreaming Tree." Fast forward and now we have a family owned and operated and family-friendly practice in beautiful, Broadview Heights, OH. Our mission is to help folks restore their roots and foundations in order to reclaim your dreams and legacies. In short, we help nourish "The Dreaming Tree" of your life, whether it be a relationship, a family, a school, or just some awesome dreams of your own! We help you learn to dream again and live out your wildest dreams!
Welcome to "The Dreaming Tree" Counseling Center. My name is Mike Skoda, and the concept came to me from my love of Dave Matthews Band and their lesser known DMB song, "The Dreaming Tree." Fast forward and now we have a family owned and operated and family-friendly practice in beautiful, Broadview Heights, OH. Our mission is to help folks restore their roots and foundations in order to reclaim your dreams and legacies. In short, we help nourish "The Dreaming Tree" of your life, whether it be a relationship, a family, a school, or just some awesome dreams of your own! We help you learn to dream again and live out your wildest dreams!
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Joseph Alto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Ridgeville, OH 44039 (Online Only)
Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom (Viktor Frankl). Joe is a relatable connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout his time in the field. He passionately believes that relationships are powerful, especially the therapy relationship. Specializing in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, and spiritual crisis, Joe provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Existential Therapies. Possessing a contagious sense of humor, Joe has helped many clients rediscover laughter in life.
Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom (Viktor Frankl). Joe is a relatable connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout his time in the field. He passionately believes that relationships are powerful, especially the therapy relationship. Specializing in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, and spiritual crisis, Joe provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Existential Therapies. Possessing a contagious sense of humor, Joe has helped many clients rediscover laughter in life.
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I believe in a holistic approach with an emphasis on getting to know each individual for who they are as a person. I work to build a complete picture of each person's emotional, mental, and physical health and behaviors to better gain more understanding. My goal is to work in creating more self-awareness and personal growth to facilitate positive changes in your life and overcome the obstacles you may be facing. I enjoy working with adolescents through adults and particularly enjoy emerging adults and life transition issues. As a mom myself, I am passionate about working with perinatal/postpartum mood disorders and women's issues.
I believe in a holistic approach with an emphasis on getting to know each individual for who they are as a person. I work to build a complete picture of each person's emotional, mental, and physical health and behaviors to better gain more understanding. My goal is to work in creating more self-awareness and personal growth to facilitate positive changes in your life and overcome the obstacles you may be facing. I enjoy working with adolescents through adults and particularly enjoy emerging adults and life transition issues. As a mom myself, I am passionate about working with perinatal/postpartum mood disorders and women's issues.
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Individual counseling provides an opportunity for you to talk openly about your thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I work with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, adults, and those within the LGBTQ community. With children and some adolescents, differing modalities of therapy, including art and music, provide an additional outlet for those who cannot always verbalize thoughts and feelings. Family dynamics can often be challenging, whether you have a traditional or non-traditional family, and I can help. Together, we can work through your concerns.
Individual counseling provides an opportunity for you to talk openly about your thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I work with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, adults, and those within the LGBTQ community. With children and some adolescents, differing modalities of therapy, including art and music, provide an additional outlet for those who cannot always verbalize thoughts and feelings. Family dynamics can often be challenging, whether you have a traditional or non-traditional family, and I can help. Together, we can work through your concerns.
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Dr. Noriyo Shoji-Schaffner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief? Are you ready to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to improve your well-being by being open to asking tough questions, tackling big issues, and pursuing outcomes with perseverance? My goal is to provide support in improving relationships, managing stress, overcoming trauma, adopting healthier coping skills, & embracing fulfilling life options. My 15 years of clinical experience as a racial/ethnic minority practitioner has allowed me to cultivate expertise to assist racial/ethnic minority groups.
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief? Are you ready to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to improve your well-being by being open to asking tough questions, tackling big issues, and pursuing outcomes with perseverance? My goal is to provide support in improving relationships, managing stress, overcoming trauma, adopting healthier coping skills, & embracing fulfilling life options. My 15 years of clinical experience as a racial/ethnic minority practitioner has allowed me to cultivate expertise to assist racial/ethnic minority groups.
Matthew Robert Welich
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , LPCC
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035
According to the Person-centered Approach, regardless of the presenting issue, the solution is to provide unconditional positive regard (nonjudgmental acceptance) communicated through empathic understanding to help a client shift from incongruence to congruence - moving away from feeling all over the place, broken, with rigid thought/emotional patterns, toward feeling all in one piece, whole, with flexible thought/emotional patterns. These therapist provided conditions promote the client's self-actualizing tendency, leading the client to discover his/her/their own solutions toward self-improvement and wellness.
According to the Person-centered Approach, regardless of the presenting issue, the solution is to provide unconditional positive regard (nonjudgmental acceptance) communicated through empathic understanding to help a client shift from incongruence to congruence - moving away from feeling all over the place, broken, with rigid thought/emotional patterns, toward feeling all in one piece, whole, with flexible thought/emotional patterns. These therapist provided conditions promote the client's self-actualizing tendency, leading the client to discover his/her/their own solutions toward self-improvement and wellness.
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Latoya Caver-Jackson
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that each of us have been created to live life on purpose, with purpose, and with meaning. Wellness means giving attention to ourselves physically, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally. During the most difficult times in our lives, we can find deficits in our wellness – in any of the above areas. When we are impaired, our functioning is also impaired. As a counselor, my mission is to work with adults, couples, families, and children during the most difficult times in their lives. I am dedicated to empowering you and your loved ones to find “wholeness.”
I believe that each of us have been created to live life on purpose, with purpose, and with meaning. Wellness means giving attention to ourselves physically, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally. During the most difficult times in our lives, we can find deficits in our wellness – in any of the above areas. When we are impaired, our functioning is also impaired. As a counselor, my mission is to work with adults, couples, families, and children during the most difficult times in their lives. I am dedicated to empowering you and your loved ones to find “wholeness.”
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My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
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There is a curious habit that I've noticed, especially when working with teens, that clients will mostly only work on the "issue of the week." This can have numerous benefits and can also delay the client's progress on any underlying concerns or patterns. Ideally, once a client has agreed to their treatment goals, they continue to take attainable steps towards that goal in therapy and in their daily life. When a client feels comfortable with their therapist to share their thoughts, emotions, and vulnerabilities, then deeper work can happen.
There is a curious habit that I've noticed, especially when working with teens, that clients will mostly only work on the "issue of the week." This can have numerous benefits and can also delay the client's progress on any underlying concerns or patterns. Ideally, once a client has agreed to their treatment goals, they continue to take attainable steps towards that goal in therapy and in their daily life. When a client feels comfortable with their therapist to share their thoughts, emotions, and vulnerabilities, then deeper work can happen.
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Christian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.