Therapists in Edinburgh, IN
![Photo of Spencer Elliott Prather, MA, LMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3db0cb01-6891-491a-92c5-59f516948187/1/320x400.jpeg)
I provide clients with a compassionate and goals-driven counseling environment, so that we can find the best way to overcome challenges together. Whether it's anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, experiences of trauma, or otherwise, I hope to offer you both an active, empathetic listening ear, as well as ways to take your power back.
I provide clients with a compassionate and goals-driven counseling environment, so that we can find the best way to overcome challenges together. Whether it's anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, experiences of trauma, or otherwise, I hope to offer you both an active, empathetic listening ear, as well as ways to take your power back.
![Photo of Catanna Roberson, LMFT, MSEd, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2a9f6344-526c-42f9-b4ca-566fa4354bf2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Catanna Roberson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh, IN 46124
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about mental health and am grateful I have worked in this field over the last 14 years. As a Marriage and Family therapist for 5 years, I have found my calling working with professional helpers such as first responders, veterans, and military service members. I have a specific interest and expertise in working with professional helpers who have a hard time accepting or asking for help themselves. I have gotten to know the struggles of the professional helpers and their loved ones that I have had the honor to work with.
I am passionate about mental health and am grateful I have worked in this field over the last 14 years. As a Marriage and Family therapist for 5 years, I have found my calling working with professional helpers such as first responders, veterans, and military service members. I have a specific interest and expertise in working with professional helpers who have a hard time accepting or asking for help themselves. I have gotten to know the struggles of the professional helpers and their loved ones that I have had the honor to work with.
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Melissa Sue Sichting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, IN 46131
Clients come to me looking for someone who “gets” their story. They want relief from daily symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as a never-ending struggle with people pleasing and perfectionism. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe to be your authentic self and supported every step of the way.
Clients come to me looking for someone who “gets” their story. They want relief from daily symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as a never-ending struggle with people pleasing and perfectionism. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe to be your authentic self and supported every step of the way.
![Photo of Scott Nichols, LCSW, LAC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f983100-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have been working with people who are struggling with a variety of mental health concerns for over 20 years. I enjoy working with my clients to identify the best course for them to achieve and maintain day to day success.
I have been working with people who are struggling with a variety of mental health concerns for over 20 years. I enjoy working with my clients to identify the best course for them to achieve and maintain day to day success.
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Christine J Arthur
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-BC, ATCS
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47203
Waitlist for new clients
Integrating art therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and talk therapy, I offer a unique treatment approach for adults, teens, and families. In my 27 years of practice, I have extensive experience working with trauma (PTSD), abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders (including OCD) and interpersonal/relationship difficulties. My approach is supportive, collaborative and strength-based. I find fulfillment in helping individuals experience empowerment, increase resilience and make life changes that are sustainable and rewarding. My office is located downtown Bloomington in the historic Faris Building.
Integrating art therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and talk therapy, I offer a unique treatment approach for adults, teens, and families. In my 27 years of practice, I have extensive experience working with trauma (PTSD), abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders (including OCD) and interpersonal/relationship difficulties. My approach is supportive, collaborative and strength-based. I find fulfillment in helping individuals experience empowerment, increase resilience and make life changes that are sustainable and rewarding. My office is located downtown Bloomington in the historic Faris Building.
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Randi L. Paris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Columbus, IN 47203
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about helping individuals find their inner strength and voice. I started my own practice, Paris Counseling, after realizing my desire for an open-minded, non-judgmental and safe atmosphere where I can bring compassion, honesty, and humor to therapy. If you are looking for an uptight, stuffy therapist, this probably is not your stop. With my own company, I can ensure all my fellow therapists and employees share my vision. I use a solution-focused approach and work collaboratively with my clients, their support systems, and any other means of assistance, to ensure they receive optimum care.
I am passionate about helping individuals find their inner strength and voice. I started my own practice, Paris Counseling, after realizing my desire for an open-minded, non-judgmental and safe atmosphere where I can bring compassion, honesty, and humor to therapy. If you are looking for an uptight, stuffy therapist, this probably is not your stop. With my own company, I can ensure all my fellow therapists and employees share my vision. I use a solution-focused approach and work collaboratively with my clients, their support systems, and any other means of assistance, to ensure they receive optimum care.
![Photo of Melissa Russell-Plunkett, MS, NCC, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c8aebb40-caec-42bc-b891-be7afac507a7/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes life gets crazy--but that doesn't mean you are! You feel different, defeated, and depressed. No one understands you. You're overwhelmed and can't imagine how life will ever get any better, so why try? Yet here you are searching for an escape from the numbness creeping up on you. Maybe you are tired of faking your way through each day and want to experience authentic happiness. Let's embark on a journey to help you become who you want to be instead of merely enduring who you are. You can be confident, courageous, and content in life.
Sometimes life gets crazy--but that doesn't mean you are! You feel different, defeated, and depressed. No one understands you. You're overwhelmed and can't imagine how life will ever get any better, so why try? Yet here you are searching for an escape from the numbness creeping up on you. Maybe you are tired of faking your way through each day and want to experience authentic happiness. Let's embark on a journey to help you become who you want to be instead of merely enduring who you are. You can be confident, courageous, and content in life.
![Photo of Amy Pennington, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/34c66b2b-75d6-4b7e-8810-54234ce28f54/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you struggle with using substances as a way to cope, and is it impacting your life in a negative way? Or is your teenager having trouble managing the anxiety and pressure of school and life? Are their grades lacking due to difficulty focusing, staying organized and on task? I often see adults and teens struggle with regulating emotions, navigating relationships, and managing the stressors of daily life? These struggles can wrecked self-esteem, leave you feeling stuck, and feel so overwhelming to face alone. If this sounds like you or your teen, I am here to help you in find balance, motivation, and change in your life.
Do you struggle with using substances as a way to cope, and is it impacting your life in a negative way? Or is your teenager having trouble managing the anxiety and pressure of school and life? Are their grades lacking due to difficulty focusing, staying organized and on task? I often see adults and teens struggle with regulating emotions, navigating relationships, and managing the stressors of daily life? These struggles can wrecked self-esteem, leave you feeling stuck, and feel so overwhelming to face alone. If this sounds like you or your teen, I am here to help you in find balance, motivation, and change in your life.
![Photo of Jessica P Laymon, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46c69d70-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My focus is to assist individuals, couples, and families with navigating everyday life stressors in order to find renewed pleasure and enjoyment in their relationships. Life can be tough and stressors sometimes interfere in our most meaningful relationships. No matter how overwhelming these stressors can feel, there are healthy coping strategies that can not only restore hope, but can help build stronger relationships. My goal is to meet you where you are and assist you, the expert, in finding meaningful solutions.
My focus is to assist individuals, couples, and families with navigating everyday life stressors in order to find renewed pleasure and enjoyment in their relationships. Life can be tough and stressors sometimes interfere in our most meaningful relationships. No matter how overwhelming these stressors can feel, there are healthy coping strategies that can not only restore hope, but can help build stronger relationships. My goal is to meet you where you are and assist you, the expert, in finding meaningful solutions.
![Photo of Laura Kay DeMougin - New Blooms Wellness, MS, LSW, RTTH, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/739aff75-9f40-4e39-bad8-0e1adfd7fe09/1/320x400.jpeg)
New Blooms Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LSW, RTTH
Verified Verified
Franklin, IN 46131
Hello. My name is Laura DeMougin, MS, LSW, and I am a licensed therapist in the state of Indiana. I have experience in helping individuals reach their maximum potential by treating a variety of issues that affect their mental health. These include anxiety, depression, ADHD coaching for children and adult, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I help patients of ages 6 and above through the most difficult times in their lives. I offer both in-person sessions in my office in Franklin, IN, as well as telehealth services.
Hello. My name is Laura DeMougin, MS, LSW, and I am a licensed therapist in the state of Indiana. I have experience in helping individuals reach their maximum potential by treating a variety of issues that affect their mental health. These include anxiety, depression, ADHD coaching for children and adult, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I help patients of ages 6 and above through the most difficult times in their lives. I offer both in-person sessions in my office in Franklin, IN, as well as telehealth services.
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Dr. Sharen M. Waters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, IN 46131 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Dr. Sharen M. Pierre Waters, LCSW. I'm a Mental Health & EMDR Therapist, having achieved a PhD at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I’ve served clients in South Central Indiana for 20+ years, providing mental health and hospice care. The joy of my work as a therapist is to walk gently beside my clients toward wellness and growth: (1) to inspire hope that change is possible, (2) to guide clients to the truth that we are worth the effort to rise, and (3) to share education - or light - to enable change to happen. My effectiveness is widely respected, as is my warmth and compassion.
Hello, I'm Dr. Sharen M. Pierre Waters, LCSW. I'm a Mental Health & EMDR Therapist, having achieved a PhD at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I’ve served clients in South Central Indiana for 20+ years, providing mental health and hospice care. The joy of my work as a therapist is to walk gently beside my clients toward wellness and growth: (1) to inspire hope that change is possible, (2) to guide clients to the truth that we are worth the effort to rise, and (3) to share education - or light - to enable change to happen. My effectiveness is widely respected, as is my warmth and compassion.
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Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation via my website—it's hassle-free and convenient. Looking forward to chatting with you soon!
Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation via my website—it's hassle-free and convenient. Looking forward to chatting with you soon!
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I work with children ages 4 and up, teens, and adults of all ages. Couples are also welcome. I am a LGBTQI safe therapist.
I work with children ages 4 and up, teens, and adults of all ages. Couples are also welcome. I am a LGBTQI safe therapist.
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Well Heart Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, IN 46131
Imagine someone listening without judging or giving unsolicited advice. Imagine having a place to go where no one asks something of you, where you can let go of stress, anxiousness, or loneliness. Family, friends and society may not understand, or may be unable to carry our burdens. Therapy is intended to enter our lives when support is needed. The therapists at Well Heart Psychotherapy work with individuals, couples and groups to offer support and healing, and approach clients with compassion and nonjudgement, encouraging acceptance and gentleness within.
Imagine someone listening without judging or giving unsolicited advice. Imagine having a place to go where no one asks something of you, where you can let go of stress, anxiousness, or loneliness. Family, friends and society may not understand, or may be unable to carry our burdens. Therapy is intended to enter our lives when support is needed. The therapists at Well Heart Psychotherapy work with individuals, couples and groups to offer support and healing, and approach clients with compassion and nonjudgement, encouraging acceptance and gentleness within.
![Photo of Kelly Mynatt, MA, BCBA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/303ab04e-e4bb-413b-b80e-e022779a22c0/1/320x400.png)
Burned Out as a Mom? Doubting every decision? Feeling alone? Overstimulated? Or maybe you're facing mom rage (yes...let's de-stigmatize how common this is!) It’s tough, but it’s REAL. And it’s okay to talk about it. Let’s Redefine What it Means to Succeed as a Mom: Being a successful mom isn’t about doing ALL the things that society pushes on us so that we can be a Pinterest Perfect mom… It’s about feeling emotionally connected with your children. It’s about confronting and processing your feelings, not burying them. It’s about celebrating and embracing our imperfections and accepting that missteps are part of the journey.
Burned Out as a Mom? Doubting every decision? Feeling alone? Overstimulated? Or maybe you're facing mom rage (yes...let's de-stigmatize how common this is!) It’s tough, but it’s REAL. And it’s okay to talk about it. Let’s Redefine What it Means to Succeed as a Mom: Being a successful mom isn’t about doing ALL the things that society pushes on us so that we can be a Pinterest Perfect mom… It’s about feeling emotionally connected with your children. It’s about confronting and processing your feelings, not burying them. It’s about celebrating and embracing our imperfections and accepting that missteps are part of the journey.
![Photo of Tammy Anthony, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/91163431-b27b-4d65-817b-9c2879b56f64/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes in life things happen that we don't feel we can solve on our own. Things can build up over time and take a toll on us emotionally and physically. Therapy is a place where you can make sense of things and heal. We can develop a plan specific to your individual needs using evidence based therapy techniques like Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reproccessing (EMDR). Both these therapies are extremely effective for treating anxiety, depression, and trauma related symptoms and distress.
Sometimes in life things happen that we don't feel we can solve on our own. Things can build up over time and take a toll on us emotionally and physically. Therapy is a place where you can make sense of things and heal. We can develop a plan specific to your individual needs using evidence based therapy techniques like Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reproccessing (EMDR). Both these therapies are extremely effective for treating anxiety, depression, and trauma related symptoms and distress.
![Photo of Barbara Hardcastle, LCSW, LCAC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/542430c2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Barbara Hardcastle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47201
Not accepting new clients
Image a life that allows you to move forward, experiencing all life has to offer to it's fullest. Change is possible and through the guidance and support of therapy, one can maximize all that life has to offer. Change lies within each of us, and with personal responsibility and direction one can achieve life goals. The potential of any individual is determined not by past struggles but in one's ability to overcome personal struggle and capitalize on one's inherent resilience. With guidance and direction, one can move out of the shadows of the past, into a vibrant, hopeful future.
Image a life that allows you to move forward, experiencing all life has to offer to it's fullest. Change is possible and through the guidance and support of therapy, one can maximize all that life has to offer. Change lies within each of us, and with personal responsibility and direction one can achieve life goals. The potential of any individual is determined not by past struggles but in one's ability to overcome personal struggle and capitalize on one's inherent resilience. With guidance and direction, one can move out of the shadows of the past, into a vibrant, hopeful future.
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Tom & Barbara Schoellkopf Community Counseling Ctr
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47203
The Tom & Barbara Schoellkopf Community Counseling Center provides services to community members and students enrolled at IU Columbus, IvyTech Community College Columbus, and Purdue Polytechnic Columbus. All services are provided by graduate students enrolled in the MA in Mental Health Counseling program at Indiana University Columbus under the direct supervision of faculty who are licensed mental health professionals.
The Tom & Barbara Schoellkopf Community Counseling Center provides services to community members and students enrolled at IU Columbus, IvyTech Community College Columbus, and Purdue Polytechnic Columbus. All services are provided by graduate students enrolled in the MA in Mental Health Counseling program at Indiana University Columbus under the direct supervision of faculty who are licensed mental health professionals.
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My theoretical approach is client-centered in providing a laid back, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. I utilize evidence-based practices to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients. My approach is collaborative in identifying goals and addressing them using strategies that work best for you. Collaboration plays an important role as we work together to increase awareness, communication, personal growth, and healing within yourself and your relationships. I believe it is important to focus on my client’s strengths to assist them in identifying coping strategies to address cognitive distortions and negative behaviors.
My theoretical approach is client-centered in providing a laid back, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. I utilize evidence-based practices to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients. My approach is collaborative in identifying goals and addressing them using strategies that work best for you. Collaboration plays an important role as we work together to increase awareness, communication, personal growth, and healing within yourself and your relationships. I believe it is important to focus on my client’s strengths to assist them in identifying coping strategies to address cognitive distortions and negative behaviors.
![Photo of Amanda Brock, LCSW, LCAC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8bb0d4d8-4a9b-408d-b1ff-8ab1d0b10956/1/320x400.jpeg)
Amanda Brock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47201
Not accepting new clients
Would you believe I started out in film school before becoming a therapist? Giving up a path in entertainment may seem backward but my family had been suddenly impacted by terminal and chronic illness. My own grief journey inspired me to help people so I finished my education in Social Work and I've been a therapist since.
Would you believe I started out in film school before becoming a therapist? Giving up a path in entertainment may seem backward but my family had been suddenly impacted by terminal and chronic illness. My own grief journey inspired me to help people so I finished my education in Social Work and I've been a therapist since.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Edinburgh, IN
< 10
Therapists in Edinburgh, IN who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Domestic Abuse |
100% | Grief |
100% | Spirituality |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
5 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Elevance |
100% | Optum |
50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Edinburgh, IN see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
50% | Female | |
50% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Edinburgh?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.