Family Therapy in Chillicothe, OH
Your life feels heavy, hopeless, chaotic and out of control. Your mind is racing, you're exhausted from people-pleasing and your self-confidence is at an all-time low. Anxiety, depression, and stress are ruling your life, and it feels as if you may never feel peace again. You struggle with guilt, comparison, and nothing ever feels like it is enough. You have thoughts that you could never say out loud to friends and family, all the while desperate for support. You need to find yourself. Maybe you know God, maybe you are in question about who God is, or maybe it hurts to even think about God. There's so much you need to sort out.
Your life feels heavy, hopeless, chaotic and out of control. Your mind is racing, you're exhausted from people-pleasing and your self-confidence is at an all-time low. Anxiety, depression, and stress are ruling your life, and it feels as if you may never feel peace again. You struggle with guilt, comparison, and nothing ever feels like it is enough. You have thoughts that you could never say out loud to friends and family, all the while desperate for support. You need to find yourself. Maybe you know God, maybe you are in question about who God is, or maybe it hurts to even think about God. There's so much you need to sort out.
Erich J Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Chillicothe, OH 45601 (Online Only)
As a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about helping couples, individuals and families navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding. My practice is a safe space where you can explore relationship dynamics, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with your loved ones. Whether you're facing communication issues, family conflicts, or the complexities of blended families, I am here to provide the support and guidance you need to create lasting, positive change in your relationships.
As a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about helping couples, individuals and families navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding. My practice is a safe space where you can explore relationship dynamics, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with your loved ones. Whether you're facing communication issues, family conflicts, or the complexities of blended families, I am here to provide the support and guidance you need to create lasting, positive change in your relationships.
Lesha Malone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDCIII, CCTP, CEDS
Verified Verified
Chillicothe, OH 45601
I enjoy observing relief at the first visit through attentive listening to clients, encouragement, empowerment and goal setting. I have collected a diverse set of treatment skills working with a diversified clientele. I believe that clients are the experts on themselves. Sometimes clients simply want to be listened to, encouraged and even taught things about how to handle their thoughts, experiences and struggles.
I enjoy observing relief at the first visit through attentive listening to clients, encouragement, empowerment and goal setting. I have collected a diverse set of treatment skills working with a diversified clientele. I believe that clients are the experts on themselves. Sometimes clients simply want to be listened to, encouraged and even taught things about how to handle their thoughts, experiences and struggles.
Kelsi Amerine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LISW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Waitlist for new clients
Your own survival tools and grit have carried you to this exact moment. It is time for you to validate your own experience and start the process of unlearning and reparenting yourself. Anxiety, depression, complex trauma, chronic stress, and lack of self worth, are a few examples of impactful conditions that I will hold space for you in order to foster your own healing. You are capable of vulnerability, getting your needs met, and making sustainable change. My ideal client is one that is focused on curiosity and accountability. Let's begin working together to harness your power, develop new skills, and regain control over YOUR life.
Your own survival tools and grit have carried you to this exact moment. It is time for you to validate your own experience and start the process of unlearning and reparenting yourself. Anxiety, depression, complex trauma, chronic stress, and lack of self worth, are a few examples of impactful conditions that I will hold space for you in order to foster your own healing. You are capable of vulnerability, getting your needs met, and making sustainable change. My ideal client is one that is focused on curiosity and accountability. Let's begin working together to harness your power, develop new skills, and regain control over YOUR life.
Dirty South Therapeutics LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Chillicothe, OH 45601
At Dirty South Therapeutics LLC we provide Mental Health and Addiction Therapies for all, no matter their life experience or background. We strive to make therapy as accessible and affordable as possible by accepting most commercial and medicaid plans. In person and teletherapy sessions are available. Our therapists are licensed professionals with diverse backgrounds, and a cumulative total of over 40 years of experience. Follow the link to request an appointment. www.therapyportal.com/p/dirtysouth
At Dirty South Therapeutics LLC we provide Mental Health and Addiction Therapies for all, no matter their life experience or background. We strive to make therapy as accessible and affordable as possible by accepting most commercial and medicaid plans. In person and teletherapy sessions are available. Our therapists are licensed professionals with diverse backgrounds, and a cumulative total of over 40 years of experience. Follow the link to request an appointment. www.therapyportal.com/p/dirtysouth
Whether past or present, we have all faced difficulties or storms in our lives that seem bigger than we can handle alone. It takes a great deal of courage to ask for help, to begin a journey of healing whether your storm has passed and you are left with the aftermath or the storm is presently raging. These storms take on many names: depression, anxiety, stress, impulsivity, mood swings, anger, codependency, relationship difficulties, parenting/co-parenting/single parenting struggles, identity issues, life transitions, divorce, grief/loss, technology/social media overload, addiction/substance use. They affect people of all ages.
Whether past or present, we have all faced difficulties or storms in our lives that seem bigger than we can handle alone. It takes a great deal of courage to ask for help, to begin a journey of healing whether your storm has passed and you are left with the aftermath or the storm is presently raging. These storms take on many names: depression, anxiety, stress, impulsivity, mood swings, anger, codependency, relationship difficulties, parenting/co-parenting/single parenting struggles, identity issues, life transitions, divorce, grief/loss, technology/social media overload, addiction/substance use. They affect people of all ages.
Beverly Ondera
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Are you struggling with depression or anxiety or have you experienced trauma in your past? My desire is to connect with you on a deep level through therapy to help you learn how to overcome difficult emotions. Sometimes experiencing a deeply disappointing or devastating life event might make you feel stuck and unable to move past your reactions to those painful circumstances. Being able to walk alongside you on a path towards inner healing is an honor for me as a therapist. Together we can find the peace of mind we all long for. If you are ready to start your journey towards healing, call for a free consultation.
Are you struggling with depression or anxiety or have you experienced trauma in your past? My desire is to connect with you on a deep level through therapy to help you learn how to overcome difficult emotions. Sometimes experiencing a deeply disappointing or devastating life event might make you feel stuck and unable to move past your reactions to those painful circumstances. Being able to walk alongside you on a path towards inner healing is an honor for me as a therapist. Together we can find the peace of mind we all long for. If you are ready to start your journey towards healing, call for a free consultation.
Finding a therapist/counselor is not something we should look down upon. Life can get out of control at times and going to therapy to gain back some control is important. Your goals, visions, and dreams are important and will be taken seriously in therapy. Whether you are struggling with anxiety. depression, divorce, thinking about getting married, substance abuse, parenting, etc... getting in touch with the correct therapist will do wonders for you.
Finding a therapist/counselor is not something we should look down upon. Life can get out of control at times and going to therapy to gain back some control is important. Your goals, visions, and dreams are important and will be taken seriously in therapy. Whether you are struggling with anxiety. depression, divorce, thinking about getting married, substance abuse, parenting, etc... getting in touch with the correct therapist will do wonders for you.
I have been working in the counseling field since 1986. One of the great joys of my work is witnessing healthy change in individuals, couples, and families. I work closely with people in establishing goals and treatment plans to increase possibilities for successful outcomes. I am a primary referral source for Physicians, Pastors, and other professionals in Central Ohio and surrounding areas. It has been a privilege to work with the medical and faith community to meet the mental health needs of those who are hurting.
I have been working in the counseling field since 1986. One of the great joys of my work is witnessing healthy change in individuals, couples, and families. I work closely with people in establishing goals and treatment plans to increase possibilities for successful outcomes. I am a primary referral source for Physicians, Pastors, and other professionals in Central Ohio and surrounding areas. It has been a privilege to work with the medical and faith community to meet the mental health needs of those who are hurting.
Life can bring its share of challenges for children, teens, and adults. We are human and sometimes need help working through the constant demands of life. Children experiencing anxiety or behavioral issues? Teens struggling with depression, peer pressure, and every day stressors? Needing help with your past traumas or every day burn out? I am here to help! I am passionate about helping others through their darkest or most anxiety ridden places and coming out of therapy with a new mind set and personal growth. You or your child will build skills to better manage the toughest seasons of life.
Life can bring its share of challenges for children, teens, and adults. We are human and sometimes need help working through the constant demands of life. Children experiencing anxiety or behavioral issues? Teens struggling with depression, peer pressure, and every day stressors? Needing help with your past traumas or every day burn out? I am here to help! I am passionate about helping others through their darkest or most anxiety ridden places and coming out of therapy with a new mind set and personal growth. You or your child will build skills to better manage the toughest seasons of life.
Matthew David Coy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chillicothe, OH 45601 (Online Only)
It's been a while since you have felt like yourself. Every day is a struggle and you often wonder when things will be normal again. You find your mind racing, while fear robs you of a hopeful tomorrow. You feel like you have tried everything to bring peace and comfort to your situation, but the problems seem to be growing day by day. You ask yourself how things have progressed to this point? Depression and anxiety seem to rule your next step and have zapped you of any hope you have for tomorrow. The journey has been long and difficult and you’re tired and want to see changes happen.
It's been a while since you have felt like yourself. Every day is a struggle and you often wonder when things will be normal again. You find your mind racing, while fear robs you of a hopeful tomorrow. You feel like you have tried everything to bring peace and comfort to your situation, but the problems seem to be growing day by day. You ask yourself how things have progressed to this point? Depression and anxiety seem to rule your next step and have zapped you of any hope you have for tomorrow. The journey has been long and difficult and you’re tired and want to see changes happen.
Life can be challenging, and I want to recognize the courageous steps you are taking to seeking counseling. Often, we can feel overwhelmed when dealing with difficult situations and emotions. We may develop patterns of coping that lead us to feel stuck or isolated, particularly when we struggle with symptoms of anxiety and depression. If you hope to explore and process these feelings, patterns, and situations and find more adaptive ways to cope, I would be honored to support you along the way. I believe that each client is on a unique journey and that, together, we can find a positive, therapeutic path.
Life can be challenging, and I want to recognize the courageous steps you are taking to seeking counseling. Often, we can feel overwhelmed when dealing with difficult situations and emotions. We may develop patterns of coping that lead us to feel stuck or isolated, particularly when we struggle with symptoms of anxiety and depression. If you hope to explore and process these feelings, patterns, and situations and find more adaptive ways to cope, I would be honored to support you along the way. I believe that each client is on a unique journey and that, together, we can find a positive, therapeutic path.
Taking the first steps to personal growth can be difficult. Trying to take those steps alone can be very challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. I would be humbled to hear your story and provide a safe space for you to take those first steps. I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents overcome obstacles, develop mental strength, and become the best version of themselves. I am committed to listen to you in a non-judgmental manner. I want to use your strengths and empower you to believe in yourself.
Taking the first steps to personal growth can be difficult. Trying to take those steps alone can be very challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. I would be humbled to hear your story and provide a safe space for you to take those first steps. I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents overcome obstacles, develop mental strength, and become the best version of themselves. I am committed to listen to you in a non-judgmental manner. I want to use your strengths and empower you to believe in yourself.
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Tomiah Faith Conley
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, NCC, LICDC, PRSS
Verified Verified
Frankfort, OH 45628 (Online Only)
I currently hold a dual Masters in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling from Ohio University and am completing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, all achieved while being a single mother of four daughters. I am living proof that recovery, overcoming, and finding the right people can take you from brokenness to wholeness! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Ohio, I have been actively working in my community since 2014.
I currently hold a dual Masters in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling from Ohio University and am completing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, all achieved while being a single mother of four daughters. I am living proof that recovery, overcoming, and finding the right people can take you from brokenness to wholeness! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Ohio, I have been actively working in my community since 2014.
Online Therapists
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I have been trained to look at the relationships from your past and help you explore how they may be positively or negatively affecting how you show up in your current relationships.
Have you been struggling in your relationship with your significant other lately? Maybe they don't seem to have time for you, don't seem to be listening, don't seem to care? Perhaps you feel disconnected and aren't sure if the relationship is right for you anymore. If you and your partner are up to exploring what is going wrong in your relationship and willing to put in the work to grow together into valued connection, couples therapy can help.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I have been trained to look at the relationships from your past and help you explore how they may be positively or negatively affecting how you show up in your current relationships.
Have you been struggling in your relationship with your significant other lately? Maybe they don't seem to have time for you, don't seem to be listening, don't seem to care? Perhaps you feel disconnected and aren't sure if the relationship is right for you anymore. If you and your partner are up to exploring what is going wrong in your relationship and willing to put in the work to grow together into valued connection, couples therapy can help.
Sarah Case
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, OH 45242
I help my clients work through: Creating a healthy work/life balance, Managing stress and anxiety, Navigating changing family dynamics and other life transitions, Coping with feelings of grief, building distress tolerance, Finding direction and creating personal goals, Feelings of isolation and sadness.
Have you recently lost a loved one, job or had a relationship end? My area of expertise is providing hope and emotional healing to adult clients who have experienced a loss. All losses create a personal void that take time to heal. The effects of loss on a person’s psychological functioning can go unnoticed for some time. I am dedicated, and passionate about helping my clients navigate through their loss and find their sense of identity again. I help them get back onto the path of living a life with purpose. I provide a safe place to explore your pain, your joys, while guiding and assisting you in moving forward in your growth.
I help my clients work through: Creating a healthy work/life balance, Managing stress and anxiety, Navigating changing family dynamics and other life transitions, Coping with feelings of grief, building distress tolerance, Finding direction and creating personal goals, Feelings of isolation and sadness.
Have you recently lost a loved one, job or had a relationship end? My area of expertise is providing hope and emotional healing to adult clients who have experienced a loss. All losses create a personal void that take time to heal. The effects of loss on a person’s psychological functioning can go unnoticed for some time. I am dedicated, and passionate about helping my clients navigate through their loss and find their sense of identity again. I help them get back onto the path of living a life with purpose. I provide a safe place to explore your pain, your joys, while guiding and assisting you in moving forward in your growth.
As someone who is both non-binary and gay, I understand the unique pressures fellow LGBTQIA+ individuals endure in social, emotional, and occupational domains of functioning.With a lack of adequate social support, navigating sex, relationships, and intimacy as a queer individual can be much more challenging, especially while considering past traumas, internalized homophobia, and other impediments. Whether it is coming to terms with your newfound gender and/or sexual identity, coming out to your family, friends, or the workplace, or coping with dysphoria.
As someone who is both non-binary and gay, I understand the unique pressures fellow LGBTQIA+ individuals endure in social, emotional, and occupational domains of functioning.With a lack of adequate social support, navigating sex, relationships, and intimacy as a queer individual can be much more challenging, especially while considering past traumas, internalized homophobia, and other impediments. Whether it is coming to terms with your newfound gender and/or sexual identity, coming out to your family, friends, or the workplace, or coping with dysphoria.
Larry is able to help individuals who are specifically seeking Christian Counseling as well as specialty training in Therapy for Addictions and Marriage and Family Therapy .
Dr. Larry Stephens is a professional counselor working in private practice in Dayton, Ohio. He specializes in clinical mental health and substance abuse counseling. With over 29 years of combined counseling and clinical/administrative supervisory experience in the Behavioral Healthcare field, and he is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of adult clients. Among his areas of expertise are substance abuse/dependence, spiritual issues, depression/anxiety, marriage/other relationship issues, social skills development, anger management, sexual compulsivity, grief and loss, stage of life transition/adjustment issues. .
Larry is able to help individuals who are specifically seeking Christian Counseling as well as specialty training in Therapy for Addictions and Marriage and Family Therapy .
Dr. Larry Stephens is a professional counselor working in private practice in Dayton, Ohio. He specializes in clinical mental health and substance abuse counseling. With over 29 years of combined counseling and clinical/administrative supervisory experience in the Behavioral Healthcare field, and he is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of adult clients. Among his areas of expertise are substance abuse/dependence, spiritual issues, depression/anxiety, marriage/other relationship issues, social skills development, anger management, sexual compulsivity, grief and loss, stage of life transition/adjustment issues. .
Brad Unruh
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43220 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I am trained to target emotional experiences to activate internal healing and external connection. I assist couples by facilitating an environment that safely moves folks towards security in self and towards one another in vulnerability so that bonding can replace the need for self-preservation. With individuals, I welcome all parts of each person as one establishes security in and expansion of self which helps parts of self recognize: "parts cope, self heals." I view people as "stuck" and not "sick," and therefore I believe just as there is a healer in me, there is a healer in you.
I have advanced training in Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I am trained to target emotional experiences to activate internal healing and external connection. I assist couples by facilitating an environment that safely moves folks towards security in self and towards one another in vulnerability so that bonding can replace the need for self-preservation. With individuals, I welcome all parts of each person as one establishes security in and expansion of self which helps parts of self recognize: "parts cope, self heals." I view people as "stuck" and not "sick," and therefore I believe just as there is a healer in me, there is a healer in you.
AudrieAna Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45236
These principles inform the way I help individuals and couples deepen self-understanding, improve self-compassion, experience inner healing, and strengthen relationships and family systems.
Do you want to break free from struggles and striving that is weighing you down? I am on the same path. Do you want a positive and collaborative approach to therapy and coaching? I work with with you to gain an understanding of your past and present experiences in order to customize an approach based on what aligns with your goals. I believe in the power of relationships and want to help you strengthen yours where needed. I have witnessed and personally experienced that the insights and breakthroughs gained in therapy or coaching can change one's life trajectory. I am honored to join you in your personal or professional journey.
These principles inform the way I help individuals and couples deepen self-understanding, improve self-compassion, experience inner healing, and strengthen relationships and family systems.
Do you want to break free from struggles and striving that is weighing you down? I am on the same path. Do you want a positive and collaborative approach to therapy and coaching? I work with with you to gain an understanding of your past and present experiences in order to customize an approach based on what aligns with your goals. I believe in the power of relationships and want to help you strengthen yours where needed. I have witnessed and personally experienced that the insights and breakthroughs gained in therapy or coaching can change one's life trajectory. I am honored to join you in your personal or professional journey.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.