Depression Therapists in Aurora, OH
I will help you gain control over symptoms of anxiety, OCD, depression, panic, ADHD, low self esteem, anger, mood swings and more.
I believe that each person has the ability to make positive changes by learning and practicing new skills and strategies to apply in whatever areas of their life they want to improve. I enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to find their inner strength and move forward in the process of achieving their goals. I often blend elements from different evidence based approaches and tailor treatment according to your unique needs. I have expertise in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Couples and Family Therapy
I will help you gain control over symptoms of anxiety, OCD, depression, panic, ADHD, low self esteem, anger, mood swings and more.
I believe that each person has the ability to make positive changes by learning and practicing new skills and strategies to apply in whatever areas of their life they want to improve. I enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to find their inner strength and move forward in the process of achieving their goals. I often blend elements from different evidence based approaches and tailor treatment according to your unique needs. I have expertise in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Couples and Family Therapy
Aurora Counseling and Consulting LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, OH 44202
Our licensed clinicians offer therapy for: mental health issues, struggles with addiction, trauma, relationship issues, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, and much more.
There are times in our life when we can feel "stuck" and unable to move forward to live the life we desire and deserve. It takes strength and courage to reach out for help, but the rewards of therapy are life-changing. We at Aurora Counseling assist clients in idenifying what may be holding them back. We empower clients to gain insight into underlying issues, heal deep wounds, and create the life they desire and deserve. We are passionate about our therapeutic work and enjoy forming strong alliances with our clients, partnering with you throughout your personal journey of growth and discovery.
Our licensed clinicians offer therapy for: mental health issues, struggles with addiction, trauma, relationship issues, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, and much more.
There are times in our life when we can feel "stuck" and unable to move forward to live the life we desire and deserve. It takes strength and courage to reach out for help, but the rewards of therapy are life-changing. We at Aurora Counseling assist clients in idenifying what may be holding them back. We empower clients to gain insight into underlying issues, heal deep wounds, and create the life they desire and deserve. We are passionate about our therapeutic work and enjoy forming strong alliances with our clients, partnering with you throughout your personal journey of growth and discovery.
I have worked with clients of all ages and with different circumstances, including those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, sexual identity issues, and personality disorders, among other challenges. In my experience, clients come out of the experience feeling a sense of relief, as though a weight has been lifted off of their shoulders because someone finally sees and understands them! That's what I want for everyone who steps into my office - I want them to be seen, heard, understood, and loved.
I have worked with clients of all ages and with different circumstances, including those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, sexual identity issues, and personality disorders, among other challenges. In my experience, clients come out of the experience feeling a sense of relief, as though a weight has been lifted off of their shoulders because someone finally sees and understands them! That's what I want for everyone who steps into my office - I want them to be seen, heard, understood, and loved.
My background and expertise include helping people with a variety of issues that include stress, illness, grief, anxiety, depression, divorce, various emotional issues and trauma.
I encourage and empower my clients to effectively use their own strengths and skills in order to improve their lives and relationships. I enjoy helping people recognize and utilize their strengths to modify their weaknesses. We all have areas that can use a little improvement, the key is to maximize strengths to compensate for the weaknesses. I access several different approaches to treatment based on what works best for each individual. Creating the therapeutic relationship and establishing trust are the foundation for effective therapy. I believe that clients are the most knowledgeable experts about themselves.
My background and expertise include helping people with a variety of issues that include stress, illness, grief, anxiety, depression, divorce, various emotional issues and trauma.
I encourage and empower my clients to effectively use their own strengths and skills in order to improve their lives and relationships. I enjoy helping people recognize and utilize their strengths to modify their weaknesses. We all have areas that can use a little improvement, the key is to maximize strengths to compensate for the weaknesses. I access several different approaches to treatment based on what works best for each individual. Creating the therapeutic relationship and establishing trust are the foundation for effective therapy. I believe that clients are the most knowledgeable experts about themselves.
Constance (Connie) Barone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd,, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, OH 44202
Many of my clients are adolescents and young adults who are dealing with mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience with this age group and know how to empower them to use their skills to effectively handle life's challenges.
Many of my clients are adolescents and young adults who are dealing with mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience with this age group and know how to empower them to use their skills to effectively handle life's challenges.
I work a lot with anxiety and depression but my special training is in dealing with trauma, particularly sexual abuse.
I enjoy helping clients build skills to succeed in life whether they are dealing with life stresses or serious mental health issues. I believe in using an integrated approach tailored to my client's needs. I work with adults, families, children aged 6 and up and teens. I also enjoy working with groups.
I work a lot with anxiety and depression but my special training is in dealing with trauma, particularly sexual abuse.
I enjoy helping clients build skills to succeed in life whether they are dealing with life stresses or serious mental health issues. I believe in using an integrated approach tailored to my client's needs. I work with adults, families, children aged 6 and up and teens. I also enjoy working with groups.
Deanna Morphy is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She completed her master's degree at Geneva College. She has experience working with adults who struggle with alcoholism or addiction, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Deanna has provided both individual and group therapy to those clients, as well as individuals coping with depression and anxiety. She also has experience working with physicians and their clients who are taking a maintenance medication such as Suboxone, Naltrexone, and Methadone. She has also provided couples and family counseling.
Deanna Morphy is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She completed her master's degree at Geneva College. She has experience working with adults who struggle with alcoholism or addiction, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Deanna has provided both individual and group therapy to those clients, as well as individuals coping with depression and anxiety. She also has experience working with physicians and their clients who are taking a maintenance medication such as Suboxone, Naltrexone, and Methadone. She has also provided couples and family counseling.
Are you unhappy with a relationship in your life? Are you anxious, depressed, or frustrated, knowing that things with someone you care about are not the way you'd like them to be? If so, I can help! I'm a relationship expert at Middle Path Counseling Services LLC. Ten years of helping individuals and couples repair and improve their relationships has taught me that the blame for bad relationships is not people but rather the pattern of their interactions and the lack of effective, loving communication skills. If you're ready to close the gap between the relationship you have and the one you want, you've come to the right place!
Are you unhappy with a relationship in your life? Are you anxious, depressed, or frustrated, knowing that things with someone you care about are not the way you'd like them to be? If so, I can help! I'm a relationship expert at Middle Path Counseling Services LLC. Ten years of helping individuals and couples repair and improve their relationships has taught me that the blame for bad relationships is not people but rather the pattern of their interactions and the lack of effective, loving communication skills. If you're ready to close the gap between the relationship you have and the one you want, you've come to the right place!
I am independently licensed through the state of Ohio to counsel all diagnosis. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Career, Relationships, and Adventure Therapies. All inquiries are kept confidential and comply with HIPAA regulations. You can expect most of your counseling sessions to last about an hour. You'll be involved in your treatment process. We'll combine the knowledge you have of yourself with my knowledge of counseling techniques and psychology to assist you in overcoming obstacles, so you can attain your goals.
I am independently licensed through the state of Ohio to counsel all diagnosis. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Career, Relationships, and Adventure Therapies. All inquiries are kept confidential and comply with HIPAA regulations. You can expect most of your counseling sessions to last about an hour. You'll be involved in your treatment process. We'll combine the knowledge you have of yourself with my knowledge of counseling techniques and psychology to assist you in overcoming obstacles, so you can attain your goals.
Amanda Cheravitch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, OH 44202
Amanda specializes in ADHD assessments, but also focuses on anxiety disorders, as well as depression.
Amanda enjoys working with all ages but particularly likes working with 10 year olds up to young adulthood. She avoids suggesting medication as a solution, until all other options and choices have been explored with clients.
Amanda specializes in ADHD assessments, but also focuses on anxiety disorders, as well as depression.
Amanda enjoys working with all ages but particularly likes working with 10 year olds up to young adulthood. She avoids suggesting medication as a solution, until all other options and choices have been explored with clients.
I focus on concerns relative to grief, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress tolerance, chronic pain management, difficult relationships, self-esteem, parenting challenges, concerns of the aging, military issues, and trauma.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe environment where self-exploration and insight are achieved, to offering the support and empathy necessary for clients to resolve their own problems, and to enabling clients to empower themselves with confidence to reach their own self-defined goals and potentials.
I focus on concerns relative to grief, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress tolerance, chronic pain management, difficult relationships, self-esteem, parenting challenges, concerns of the aging, military issues, and trauma.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe environment where self-exploration and insight are achieved, to offering the support and empathy necessary for clients to resolve their own problems, and to enabling clients to empower themselves with confidence to reach their own self-defined goals and potentials.
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You're tired. Tired of suffering in silence from a history of trauma, a stressful life, crippling anxiety and depression. You're tired of feeling like you can't quite get close to anyone because trusting yourself and others is hard. You're tired of feeling low, stressed, overwhelmed, overstimulated, and like no matter what you do on your own you can't seem to find a way to feel better. Your tried and true coping skills just aren't working for you anymore, and you can't think of new ideas for coping. Any hobbies you used to enjoy, you can't seem to get into anymore because they don't bring your the joy they once have.
You're tired. Tired of suffering in silence from a history of trauma, a stressful life, crippling anxiety and depression. You're tired of feeling like you can't quite get close to anyone because trusting yourself and others is hard. You're tired of feeling low, stressed, overwhelmed, overstimulated, and like no matter what you do on your own you can't seem to find a way to feel better. Your tried and true coping skills just aren't working for you anymore, and you can't think of new ideas for coping. Any hobbies you used to enjoy, you can't seem to get into anymore because they don't bring your the joy they once have.
Lauren Kustec is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Akron and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Lauren has experience working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and of all ages. Lauren has provided treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, and other mental health issues that impact daily living.
Lauren Kustec is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Akron and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Lauren has experience working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and of all ages. Lauren has provided treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, and other mental health issues that impact daily living.
Good therapy is about feeling safe, secure, and at peace in our bodies; the journey to Self-Awareness. It's knowing you are not your symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance abuse etc...but understanding that this is how people learn to protect and how they cope. I am passionate about helping you go inside safely to begin to develop a relationship with yourself. You will learn that you really do have everything it takes inside to heal in a way that is lasting. I would be honored to listen, educate and teach about why you do the things you do without judgement, in a way that can then transform your life forever.
Good therapy is about feeling safe, secure, and at peace in our bodies; the journey to Self-Awareness. It's knowing you are not your symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance abuse etc...but understanding that this is how people learn to protect and how they cope. I am passionate about helping you go inside safely to begin to develop a relationship with yourself. You will learn that you really do have everything it takes inside to heal in a way that is lasting. I would be honored to listen, educate and teach about why you do the things you do without judgement, in a way that can then transform your life forever.
He helps people with transition and change, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and anger.
Christopher D. Kline, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who has had the pleasure of working with adults and adolescents for over 20 years in a number of different settings, from university counseling centers, community-based outreach programs, and private psychology practice, to working with corporate executives and teams. Dr. Kline received his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Akron, a Masters of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of Akron, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the College of Wooster.
He helps people with transition and change, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and anger.
Christopher D. Kline, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who has had the pleasure of working with adults and adolescents for over 20 years in a number of different settings, from university counseling centers, community-based outreach programs, and private psychology practice, to working with corporate executives and teams. Dr. Kline received his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Akron, a Masters of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of Akron, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the College of Wooster.
The Healing Light Therapy LLC - Hina Ansari LPCC
Counselor, LPCC, MEd, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aurora, OH 44202 (Online Only)
Hello, This is Hina Ansari, I am an EMDR Certified therapist who helps clients with a range of mental health concerns such as anxiety, trauma, depression and relational difficulties .When I first started as a new therapist in a busy private practice, I quickly realized that most of my clients had suffered some form of trauma in their lives. I trained to be a counselor, because I truly wanted to help people overcome their past. As I came across more and more clients struggling with adverse trauma symptoms, I started to look around for ways to better prepare myself to help the population served.
Hello, This is Hina Ansari, I am an EMDR Certified therapist who helps clients with a range of mental health concerns such as anxiety, trauma, depression and relational difficulties .When I first started as a new therapist in a busy private practice, I quickly realized that most of my clients had suffered some form of trauma in their lives. I trained to be a counselor, because I truly wanted to help people overcome their past. As I came across more and more clients struggling with adverse trauma symptoms, I started to look around for ways to better prepare myself to help the population served.
Hi, I am Danielle Israeli, but please feel free to call me by my nickname, Deena. I am a passionate Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Cleveland State University (2010). Over the last ten years, I have worked as an educator and Director of Women and Teen Learning, where I mentored people on their journey through depression and anxiety. I also aided teens with managing their time, boundaries, and relationships.
Hi, I am Danielle Israeli, but please feel free to call me by my nickname, Deena. I am a passionate Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Cleveland State University (2010). Over the last ten years, I have worked as an educator and Director of Women and Teen Learning, where I mentored people on their journey through depression and anxiety. I also aided teens with managing their time, boundaries, and relationships.
I assist children with anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, and behavioral problems.
I have a master's degree from Case Western Reserve University and I am a supervising licensed independent social worker with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings including hospitals, schools, childcare centers, juvenile detention centers, adolescent residential treatment facilities, and outpatient community mental health centers. I especially love working with children and their families, assisting those as young as three years of age.
I assist children with anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment issues, and behavioral problems.
I have a master's degree from Case Western Reserve University and I am a supervising licensed independent social worker with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings including hospitals, schools, childcare centers, juvenile detention centers, adolescent residential treatment facilities, and outpatient community mental health centers. I especially love working with children and their families, assisting those as young as three years of age.
Brandy Kushan (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master of Education in Community Agency Counseling from Cleveland State University in 2010. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults. She specializes in working with children and adolescents who have a history of complex trauma, attachment disturbances/disorder, and placement in foster/adoption/kinship care. As a part of this work, Brandy provides ongoing caregiver guidance support. She has experience in addressing concerns related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, and behavioral issues such as conduct disorder and ODD and ADHD.
Brandy Kushan (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master of Education in Community Agency Counseling from Cleveland State University in 2010. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults. She specializes in working with children and adolescents who have a history of complex trauma, attachment disturbances/disorder, and placement in foster/adoption/kinship care. As a part of this work, Brandy provides ongoing caregiver guidance support. She has experience in addressing concerns related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, and behavioral issues such as conduct disorder and ODD and ADHD.
Ella Dixon
Counselor, PhD, MFT, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, OH 44202 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a special interest in working with clients going through life transitions such as a significant loss, relationship distress, work stress/retirement, or unexpected changes that causes you to experience stress, anxiety or depression. Life transitions are challenging because they force you to let go of the familiar. Life transitions can be both negative and positive. You can learn to navigate change in a healthy way, allowing you to not only survive difficult situations, but to eventually thrive. I also enjoy working with clients exploring personal growth and the desire to live a life of purpose, happiness and connection.
I have a special interest in working with clients going through life transitions such as a significant loss, relationship distress, work stress/retirement, or unexpected changes that causes you to experience stress, anxiety or depression. Life transitions are challenging because they force you to let go of the familiar. Life transitions can be both negative and positive. You can learn to navigate change in a healthy way, allowing you to not only survive difficult situations, but to eventually thrive. I also enjoy working with clients exploring personal growth and the desire to live a life of purpose, happiness and connection.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.