LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Cleveland Heights, OH

I help adults and young adults cope with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and familial stressors. For over thirty years I have practiced mindfulness and meditation and have seen the power of these practices transform pain and discomfort into healing and opportunity. I am a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher through Tibet House US and Dharma Moon. It is my goal to meet my clients where they are to help them feel comfortable in a therapeutic setting.

Here to provide guidance and hold space as you shift the paradigm and awaken the healer within. Calling out the oppressive systems which cause dis-ease (including an oppressive mental health system) in order to build a community of folks invested in a personal and collective healing.

You’re great at pretending things are fine, that you’re managing the workload that comes with being a mom and a partner. But underneath, you feel like you can’t do anything right. You know you deserve time off but this feels like yet another responsibility. You have a pattern of prioritizing others over yourself and while you acknowledge this needs to change, it feels impossible to have your voice be heard. This leaves you feeling on edge and like you could explode in rage or burst into tears the next time you hear your name called. You love your family and you also desperately want things to change.

I am an Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist with special training in the attachment theory-based modality of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I believe in building a relationship with clients where they feel safe and accepted, yet challenged to grow. Through this therapeutic relationship, individuals, couples, and families can heal and develop new perspectives and practices they can use throughout their entire lives. I utilize an array of techniques, including psycho-education, genograms, role plays, art therapy, and communication exercises, but I feel the most important aspect to therapy is developing a unique relationship with each client.

I have 38 years experience as a life change specialist. If you want to feel better today book an appointment now. The experience I have as teacher and research specialist will give you the life you want today. My clients come from all walks of life and have indicated what they most like is my client-centered approach to treatment. If you are ready to do a deep dive into life and and create the life you have been aspiring to by removing blocks to healthy living then call me and set up an appt. I provide video mental health tips also on my YouTube channel which is (use the character (at) tomgigliotti6677.

Now accepting new clients! Email us today. Many of us carry the burden of unnoticed traumas, especially within Black & Brown communities, where trauma is often normalized or downplayed. Throughout our lives, we may have heard phrases like "just move on" or "you'll be fine." These sentiments are commonly expressed by family, colleagues, or even our own inner voices. While well-intentioned, our loved ones may not fully understand the tools needed for processing, coping, and potentially healing from these experiences.

"Being happy is of the utmost importance. Success in anything is through happiness." My treatment approach is holistic, encompassing the mind, body and spirit connection and traditional therapeutic orientation. Recognizing that each person is unique, I utilize a client centered and a humanistic approach. Providing a safe, respectful, compassionate, supportive and confidential environment is vital to the process of healing and empowering the individual. I have expertise in treating Grief and Loss, Death and Dying, Divorce and Separation, Addiction and Recovery, Sexual Abuse, Depression, Anxiety and Parenting.

Have you been struggling with difficulty managing overwhelming feelings? Do you feel alone, lost or frustrated? Understanding our own feelings and experiences can be difficult. Many people struggle with understanding themselves and struggling with anxiety and depression. Leaving these issues unattended can lead to greater long term impacts on overall wellbeing.

The therapeutic relationship creates a unique space for patient and therapist to explore and uncover new possibilities for growth and change in areas that are of importance to the patient. I work collaboratively with patients to dislodge and free up deeply-embedded patterns of behavior and ways of relating to others that can keep us stuck and prevent us from moving forward, from achieving important goals, and from developing satisfying relationships that are nurturing and sustaining. Relationships are central to my work with patients, whether working individually, in couples therapy, or in a group.

Adulting is hard. Whether you are struggling with the demands of parenthood, the stress of work, or the burden of past life experiences, I'm here to help individuals find more balance, joy, and calmness in their lives. As a South Asian American woman, I also understand cultural issues that can impact family and interpersonal relationships that are deeply rooted in years of tradition. I want to help my clients feel validated in their life experience while also leaving each session feeling a little lighter and a little more hopeful about their own capabilities.

You’re here for a reason; perhaps many. Life can present all kinds of adverse experiences. There is no problem too big or small for which to seek therapy. Do you compare yourself to others only to think that your problems are “pale in comparison”? i.e., “I can handle this on my own.” Perhaps you feel overwhelmed; don’t know where or how to begin? I work with women and utilize feminist empowerment. Reaching out is often the hardest part. Areas of expertise include: Women with PTSD/trauma history; anxiety, depression, relationships, transitions, emotional eating, & loss/grief. Relief is near. www.CompassionateCounselingforWomen.com

Did something happen at work, life, or in your relationship that shook things up or shattered you? I'm extremely good at helping ambitious women & MEN who might otherwise NOT want to be in counseling. I specialize in treating fellow doctors, lawyers or high-net worth individuals who require a therapist that can match their intellect and caliber. If you’re here, you may feel like you are surviving instead of living life. It’s disappointing when you have gotten so far in life, and yet, your world starts to resemble something you want to retreat from, not something you relish. It’s not surprising that you don’t feel like yourself.

My hope is for therapy to be a place for you to be your authentic self free of worry about judgment. I believe that clients know the most about themselves and their situations, and should be the leaders of their treatment. Our work together will be collaborative so we can discover ways to help you thrive. Each person has their own set of needs for therapy. I provide individualized care for each of my clients, implementing what they value and how they learn into their healing. I am a trauma-informed therapist, primarily using cognitive, supportive, and attachment-based therapies to guide my practice.

Individual therapy offers a non-judgemental space for you to learn more about yourself and the issues that are troubling to you. Central to my practice is a supportive and trusting relationship in which you can feel valued, respected, and worthy. I will be with you throughout the process, offering my support, encouragement, and candid observations. Facing these issues can be intimidating and seeking help takes courage. Whether you work with me or another professional, I am glad you are beginning this journey.

Have you tried therapy before, but it didn't help? Feeling stuck or unsure of what you need to heal? Using a holistic integrative approach, I can help you find your footing, learn to trust yourself more, and worry less about things outside your control. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults with autism, ADHD, chronic pain/illness, and anxiety disorders learn to work with their brain and body to live their most authentic and joyful lives. I also enjoy helping couples and families of all kinds (poly, blended, foster/adoptive, etc.) learn how to build relationships based on respect, empathy, and curiosity.

Here to assist clients who have difficulty coping, feeling stuck, hopeless, challenged, stressed, struggling with mental illness or just need someone to process with.

Through transparency, compassion and trust, I help individuals work through concerns, such as self-worth, relationships, family, school, and job-related issues. I specialize in providing therapy to adolescents, young adults, and adults who are navigating life's ups and downs. In addition, my 12 years working as a human resources and organizational behavior professional also lend well to my ability to understand how personal concerns impact academic and career attainment and performance.

Hello! I am a clinical social worker specializing in self-compassion, empowerment, and trauma informed practices. I have experience working with survivors of domestic and sexual abuse as well as over 5 years of experience working in reproductive healthcare. My areas of treatment include anxiety; life transitions; OCD; Borderline Personality Disorder; pre and post abortion counseling; domestic and sexual violence; harm reduction; gender identity and sexuality; eating disorders; and body dysmorphia.