Therapists for Teens in Amlin, OH
![Photo of Jordan Rush, PC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4038ca7f-de3c-4cef-9420-e9b824ff99b1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jordan is a member of the counseling honorary society, Chi Sigma Iota, and is a member of the American Counseling Association as well as the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling.
Jordan Rush (she/her/hers) is provisionally licensed as a Counselor Trainee through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She is currently working toward her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Palo Alto University. Jordan received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Otterbein University, with minors in Criminology and Race/Ethnic Studies. Most recently, Jordan has worked with children and families ages birth to 5 on early literacy and kindergarten readiness.
Jordan is a member of the counseling honorary society, Chi Sigma Iota, and is a member of the American Counseling Association as well as the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling.
Jordan Rush (she/her/hers) is provisionally licensed as a Counselor Trainee through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She is currently working toward her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Palo Alto University. Jordan received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Otterbein University, with minors in Criminology and Race/Ethnic Studies. Most recently, Jordan has worked with children and families ages birth to 5 on early literacy and kindergarten readiness.
![Photo of Abby Ruble, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1e4fdb50-08a3-4763-9c80-fa5b3b2b929b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Abby Ruble, LPC Abby Ruble is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Masters from Capital University in Counselor Education-Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Are you feeling shame about your eating habits, your size, weight, or about how much you think about food? Or are you a person of the LGBTQIA community seeking an affirming professional who will show you how to embrace your own story so you can shape it and live with confidence? Abby would love to help.
Abby Ruble, LPC Abby Ruble is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Masters from Capital University in Counselor Education-Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Are you feeling shame about your eating habits, your size, weight, or about how much you think about food? Or are you a person of the LGBTQIA community seeking an affirming professional who will show you how to embrace your own story so you can shape it and live with confidence? Abby would love to help.
![Photo of James Hodgins, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/204cf401-5f13-470b-be27-02a50a3ae213/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jamie Hodgins is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-S) through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Jamie is also a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC-CS) through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board. He received his Bachelor of Science in Education from The Ohio State University. He went on to receive his Master of Science in Education in Community Counseling from The University of Dayton.
Jamie Hodgins is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-S) through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Jamie is also a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC-CS) through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board. He received his Bachelor of Science in Education from The Ohio State University. He went on to receive his Master of Science in Education in Community Counseling from The University of Dayton.
![Photo of Brady Mertens, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/33f299b8-5001-45ef-8db3-36e64f7bd215/1/320x400.jpeg)
Brady Mertens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor, who has been practicing since 2015. He graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health counseling. Brady practices a blend of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy with a sensitivity to trauma, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergence. He takes a holistic approach, believing that the more one knows about how the brain, body, spirit, and physical and social environments interact, the more one can do to create effective change.
Brady Mertens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor, who has been practicing since 2015. He graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health counseling. Brady practices a blend of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy with a sensitivity to trauma, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergence. He takes a holistic approach, believing that the more one knows about how the brain, body, spirit, and physical and social environments interact, the more one can do to create effective change.
![Photo of Kara Freeman, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9736daf3-af51-429f-9f85-ad6b833b0564/2/320x400.png)
Kara Freeman is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English with a multi-cultural certificate from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She then attended The Ohio State University where she received her Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Previously, Kara worked at Directions for Youth and Families as a community-based counselor working with children aged 5-17 and their families.
Kara Freeman is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English with a multi-cultural certificate from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She then attended The Ohio State University where she received her Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Previously, Kara worked at Directions for Youth and Families as a community-based counselor working with children aged 5-17 and their families.
![Photo of Rachel Mertens, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5b729f25-3b7f-4e3b-8258-2576dd1f1d39/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rachel Mertens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 4 years of experience specializing in counseling children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD and more. She also has clinical experience leading group therapy for adolescents and adults. Rachel has experience in Solution Focused Brief Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and engages in traditional therapeutic techniques as well as a variety of creative modalities such as sensory based, mindfulness, music, and creative expression.
Rachel Mertens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 4 years of experience specializing in counseling children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD and more. She also has clinical experience leading group therapy for adolescents and adults. Rachel has experience in Solution Focused Brief Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and engages in traditional therapeutic techniques as well as a variety of creative modalities such as sensory based, mindfulness, music, and creative expression.
![Photo of Jasmine Janis, LISW-S, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7e747456-0cae-4a6a-bb2e-e4c7f4f4b385/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jasmine Janis is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Wittenberg University and a Master of Social Work degree from The Ohio State University. Jasmine has 19 years of experience working as a group therapist, individual and family therapist, and clinical supervisor with children and adolescents in a residential treatment setting. She is trained in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) as well as EMDR Therapy.
Jasmine Janis is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Wittenberg University and a Master of Social Work degree from The Ohio State University. Jasmine has 19 years of experience working as a group therapist, individual and family therapist, and clinical supervisor with children and adolescents in a residential treatment setting. She is trained in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) as well as EMDR Therapy.
![Photo of Catherine Donatelli, LPC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d19783b4-e5dc-43e5-924c-48b038f570c6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Over 10 years of experience in assisting clients who have unique needs, including those who experience barriers to academic success become accomplished learners. Passionate about developing effective educational and career-planning skills, executive function and organizational skills, developing personal plans of study and providing seamless transition to post secondary options for clients.
Over 10 years of experience in assisting clients who have unique needs, including those who experience barriers to academic success become accomplished learners. Passionate about developing effective educational and career-planning skills, executive function and organizational skills, developing personal plans of study and providing seamless transition to post secondary options for clients.
![Photo of Julie Piatt, LSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d3f75090-1825-40fa-bb0e-9a798fa62437/2/320x400.png)
Julie is a Licensed Social Worker through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Social Work from The Ohio State University. Julie has worked in the mental health field for 19 years, primarily with children and families who have experienced trauma. Julie is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Julie serves as the Community-Based Coordinator and provides most of her services in the home and school settings.
Julie is a Licensed Social Worker through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Social Work from The Ohio State University. Julie has worked in the mental health field for 19 years, primarily with children and families who have experienced trauma. Julie is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Julie serves as the Community-Based Coordinator and provides most of her services in the home and school settings.
![Photo of Katelyn McGookey, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2a0a7e3a-fbbc-444c-8eb3-f2a616e0e17f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Katelyn Mcgookey, LPCC-S is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She earned her undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University and completed her master's degree in Counselor Education from Ohio University. Kate considers herself a generalist, with areas of focus including: abuse/domestic violence, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, LGBTQ services, parenting, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress management. She has experience working in school-based settings,youth residential treatment, drug and alcohol treatment, and outpatient counseling.
Katelyn Mcgookey, LPCC-S is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She earned her undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University and completed her master's degree in Counselor Education from Ohio University. Kate considers herself a generalist, with areas of focus including: abuse/domestic violence, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, LGBTQ services, parenting, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress management. She has experience working in school-based settings,youth residential treatment, drug and alcohol treatment, and outpatient counseling.
![Photo of Caroline Benzing, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/924c83e6-3e6b-4003-89a4-c92e5190e5e2/2/320x400.jpeg)
Caroline Benzing is currently a Counselor Trainee through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She is in the process of earning her Master's degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling at the University of Dayton. In her counseling practice, Caroline has adapted an integrative and holistic approach. Drawing from evidence-based practice such as CBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, Positive Psychology, Narrative, and Gestalt, she believes in addressing the person as a whole.
Caroline Benzing is currently a Counselor Trainee through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She is in the process of earning her Master's degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling at the University of Dayton. In her counseling practice, Caroline has adapted an integrative and holistic approach. Drawing from evidence-based practice such as CBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, Positive Psychology, Narrative, and Gestalt, she believes in addressing the person as a whole.
![Photo of Sarah Beadle, LISW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fcd96a3e-4ace-43ee-ac59-ffa98345d750/1/320x400.png)
Sarah Beadle is a Licensed Independent Social Worker through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and her Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. She has worked with students at Ohio State in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio.
Sarah Beadle is a Licensed Independent Social Worker through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and her Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. She has worked with students at Ohio State in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio.
![Photo of Niki Gillette, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2c59016e-7c6f-4a35-8abd-d6934f550f57/1/320x400.jpeg)
Niki Gillette started her journey at LifeStance in February 2023 as a social work trainee. Niki graduated with her Bachelor of Psychology in 2016 and then worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital for five years where she fell in love with this field even more. Niki has always had a passion for helping others reach the best possible versions of themselves which she incorporates in her practice with all age groups and with those who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and many other conditions that affect one's day-to-day living.
Niki Gillette started her journey at LifeStance in February 2023 as a social work trainee. Niki graduated with her Bachelor of Psychology in 2016 and then worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital for five years where she fell in love with this field even more. Niki has always had a passion for helping others reach the best possible versions of themselves which she incorporates in her practice with all age groups and with those who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and many other conditions that affect one's day-to-day living.
![Photo of Samar Khan, LSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac15f524-a645-4c65-84b5-4eac3bd06b7a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Samar Khan is a Licensed Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 2023. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at The Ohio State University. She has obtained a Master of Social Work degree through the Ohio State University as well. Samar is passionate about working with individuals and families to support and empower them to achieve their goals. Samar uses compassion, kindness, and education in her practice to help individuals and families develop lifelong skills and the confidence to build the life that they want.
Samar Khan is a Licensed Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 2023. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at The Ohio State University. She has obtained a Master of Social Work degree through the Ohio State University as well. Samar is passionate about working with individuals and families to support and empower them to achieve their goals. Samar uses compassion, kindness, and education in her practice to help individuals and families develop lifelong skills and the confidence to build the life that they want.
![Photo of Emma Poduska, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7be6744a-e4fd-4cfc-8b29-95c11895f9bb/2/320x400.jpeg)
Emma Poduska is a Licensed Professional Counselor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Emma received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hiram College. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary. While working on her master's degree, Emma served as a counseling intern for a non-profit organization offering bereavement counseling and services to individuals of all ages in the Cleveland area.
Emma Poduska is a Licensed Professional Counselor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Emma received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hiram College. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary. While working on her master's degree, Emma served as a counseling intern for a non-profit organization offering bereavement counseling and services to individuals of all ages in the Cleveland area.
![Photo of Ashley Ormond, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6c464dea-368a-4c88-a7b0-60ba30fdf8b7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Ashley Ormond extends her expertise to families and children in Columbus, Dayton, and surrounding areas of Ohio. With a focus on children’s mental health, Dr. Ormond specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns, offering tailored interventions to support their well-being. Drawing from her own experience as a parent, Dr. Ormond finds fulfillment in working with families and new mothers, empowering parents to navigate challenges with confidence.
Dr. Ashley Ormond extends her expertise to families and children in Columbus, Dayton, and surrounding areas of Ohio. With a focus on children’s mental health, Dr. Ormond specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns, offering tailored interventions to support their well-being. Drawing from her own experience as a parent, Dr. Ormond finds fulfillment in working with families and new mothers, empowering parents to navigate challenges with confidence.
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![Photo of Sarah D Shearer, MA, LPCC-S, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c8fa905d-aee4-4e9e-beaa-af24caa0958d/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have had the privilege of working as a Therapist for over 26 years. I am experienced and enjoy working with adolescent and adult clients in individual sessions as well as in couple and family sessions. During our time together we will explore your issues and patters of behaviors that are no longer working for you. We will do this through a collaborative process in an atmosphere that is safe, supportive and compassionate. Many of our behaviors are unconscious and actually worked for us in our earlier years. Together we will explore these issues and look at the potential for new responses and the potential for better outcomes.
I have had the privilege of working as a Therapist for over 26 years. I am experienced and enjoy working with adolescent and adult clients in individual sessions as well as in couple and family sessions. During our time together we will explore your issues and patters of behaviors that are no longer working for you. We will do this through a collaborative process in an atmosphere that is safe, supportive and compassionate. Many of our behaviors are unconscious and actually worked for us in our earlier years. Together we will explore these issues and look at the potential for new responses and the potential for better outcomes.
![Photo of Jackie A Hatten, MEd, LPCC-S, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/942ca379-c5b2-4f17-bb16-50baf166d63c/2/320x400.png)
Are you a teen or young adult who feels stressed or depressed? I help my clients beat stress and anxiety so they can live their best life! Whether it's dealing with fear, freaking out in social situations, or getting stuck in your head with worries, I can help. Therapy can give you the tools to handle those intense feelings, improve your relationships, and loosen anxiety's grip on you. Let's tackle this together!
Are you a teen or young adult who feels stressed or depressed? I help my clients beat stress and anxiety so they can live their best life! Whether it's dealing with fear, freaking out in social situations, or getting stuck in your head with worries, I can help. Therapy can give you the tools to handle those intense feelings, improve your relationships, and loosen anxiety's grip on you. Let's tackle this together!
![Photo of Sophia Lynne Whitehouse, MA, EdS](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/04257b16-8849-433e-8e6a-9591b8982b4c/1/320x400.jpeg)
My specialties include: counseling with adolescent and young adult women (high school through graduate/professional school), working with cognitively gifted youth and young adults, and diagnosis of mental health problems in gifted individuals.
Mental health issues that affect learning, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, poor social skills, behavioral issues, stress management, poor organization skills, learning disabilities, self-esteem issues, and poor "adulting" skills are the most critical issues I evaluate for and/or treat. My primary services are psychological testing/diagnosis and counseling. I accept clients ages 3+ but specialize in working with ages 12+.
My specialties include: counseling with adolescent and young adult women (high school through graduate/professional school), working with cognitively gifted youth and young adults, and diagnosis of mental health problems in gifted individuals.
Mental health issues that affect learning, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, poor social skills, behavioral issues, stress management, poor organization skills, learning disabilities, self-esteem issues, and poor "adulting" skills are the most critical issues I evaluate for and/or treat. My primary services are psychological testing/diagnosis and counseling. I accept clients ages 3+ but specialize in working with ages 12+.
![Photo of Taylor Matthews - Vineyard Columbus Counseling Center, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/574ae417-ba9c-4d8f-a227-259feb51b388/2/320x400.jpeg)
Vineyard Columbus Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
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Dublin, OH 43016
If you are struggling with adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions, spiritual issues, and grief/loss - I want to help. Children 11+ and adults are welcome! Especially, if you want to gain awareness around emotions/sensations and learn tools to love yourself better! Additionally, I am working towards developing skills in trauma work, child/adolescent therapy, and polyvagal theory.
If you are struggling with adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions, spiritual issues, and grief/loss - I want to help. Children 11+ and adults are welcome! Especially, if you want to gain awareness around emotions/sensations and learn tools to love yourself better! Additionally, I am working towards developing skills in trauma work, child/adolescent therapy, and polyvagal theory.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.