Black and African American Therapists in Columbus, OH

Stephanie K. Starks, LISW-S, is a therapist and owner of Starks Counseling & Consultation Services, LLC . She 20 years of experience providing trauma-focused therapy. The goal at Starks Counseling is to provide “hope and healing” in a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. She and her staff do this by empowering their clients with the knowledge, skills and confidence to be active participants in their own healing, as they believe that they are all simply vessels in which to help facilitate the healing process.

Ms. Sara Bates is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation  trained in Trauma-Informed Care for All, Family Therapy, Perinatal Therapy, Sex-Positive Therapy, Pleasure Education and Intimacy Coaching, Couples Counseling, CBT, DBT, and IFS; treating both adolescents and adult populations.  Her clinical approach is to meet the clients where they are, by building on personal strengths and supporting them through life’s difficult challenges. She provides EAP services as a contractor, for local and federal law enforcement agencies. Reiki Master/Teacher certified, for stress relief practices and coping strategies.

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors?Are you feeling stuck in your relationship? Are you struggling to communicate to your partner or others? Are you experiencing family conflict? Do you need help sorting through emotional distress? Are you having trouble adjusting or transitioning to change or a life event? Have you experienced a traumatic event? Are you experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle to set boundaries? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward in life?Are you seeking to get insight & awareness about yourself or your experiences?

I work with patients that struggle to live their life to the fullest. I help them remove obstacles and barriers that prevent them from reaching their goals. Think of me as a life coach, pastoral counselor, minister, and leader in the community. Life is a gift and I believe I am here to help you figure out how to make your life the best for you. Over the years, I have helped people with their spiritual transformation and challenges, phobias, depression, trauma, addictions, and grief and bereavement.

Life can be unrelenting with a multitude of demands, and it can be hard to manage when you’re feeling out of balance in several areas. You may find yourself reaching for a sense of control through eating, weight, isolation, self-medicating, over-scheduling, perfectionism and more, leading to guilt and shame, creating a never-ending cycle of struggle. Moving toward your values, you will find balance, healing, and growth. I believe therapy can be a safe place to make connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that have been feared and avoided. I will help you to become empowered to shape your story and live authentically.

Greetings, my name is Barbara Thomas. I received my Social Work undergraduate degree from Cleveland State University and my graduate degree from The Ohio State University in Social Work, with a Business Administration focus. I have worked in a variety of community settings including Home Base Services, hospitals, residential and virtual locations. I have serviced children, teens, adults, and older adults also known as the Geriatric population experiencing homelessness, alcohol and drug addiction, COVID-19, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, depression, and more. I have provided therapeutic services with the following treatment modalities:

I truly believe that we all have personal strengths that help us work through life’s difficulties. We sometimes just need others to help us identify those strengths as well as ways to utilize them to cope and find solutions. I find it a privilege to walk along side clients as they discover their strengths, heal from trauma, and work to repair relationships with self and others.

As we cope with the challenges in life, we might get stuck sometimes, and asking for help is a huge positive step! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I take pride in my ability to work with clients to cope with life's stressors to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. I utilize client-centered interpersonal relationship in which both my clients and I collaborate to develop strategies and potential solutions to cope and overcome obstacles and personal challenges. I am committed to providing a safe and conducive environment free of judgements to help my clients explore and process their issues.

I take a holistic and somatic approach to working with clients that is interwoven with Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, and mindfulness based practices. This format allows the many layers of your experience to unfold organically, and creates space for emotions that may arise within session. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in exploring current patterns, processing traumatic experiences, and integrating new ways of being.

Whew! You made it! I know it took a lot for you to get here but I promise you, you have made a brave decision. Reaching out for help is not as easy as some people make it out to be, right?Not feeling quite like yourself, huh? I get it. No, really. Life can throw some harsh blows at you and can make you feel alone. You could be struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief and feel stuck. Or you could need direction for your career, school, or relationship. Whatever it is, allow me to walk along side you on your journey.

Services offered include Individual, Family, and Groups working with Adults, Teens and Childrens. Challenging problems of Depression, Anxiety, Schizoaffective Disorder, Trauma, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar and others. Marilyn has been in the Mental Health field for over 25 yrs. Dr. Morgan has built a new Private Practice , Psychological Consult, LLC located at 447 E. Main ST. Suite 220 D, Col, OH 43215-5661. 614-549-7690 office, Fax:614-564-9089.

Having had experienced many losses in my life, I often wonder what to do next or how to move forward. Sometimes life happens so quickly that it seems like there is not enough time to catch a breath. It's a scary feeling to have to figure out the hustle and bustle of life while still hurting inside. Fearful of being misunderstood, judged or like "it" may not work may be the negative thoughts that have developed during such a devastating loss.

Life can be overwhelming and tough for many reasons: addictions, domestic violence, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, challenges with major life transitions, or parenting issues. Sometimes, we need help moving forward and healing as I did in many of these same areas. Whatever, brings you to counseling, it is my honor to serve you and walk with you through your healing journey. Healing begins acknowledging we need support and a desire to be transformed within… to be happier, more whole, more fulfilled so you experience less suffering and thrive more instead of just surviving.

I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.

Hello! At Gahanna Counseling LLC we provide a variety of therapy services. I believe you will find working with us to be helpful in meeting your goals. We uphold a non-judgmental approach to both assessment and treatment. Confidentiality is of the upmost importance and you can feel comfortable that your sessions will be private. All of the clinicians at Gahanna Counseling have unique skillsets to create a therapeutic approach that is personally tailored for you. We work as a team to provide you the best possible care. We offer therapy for adults, couples, families, children, and adolescents.

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or needing direction with personal or professional relationships? I will help to teach you the necessary tools to healthier relationships, greater mental well-being, becoming more efficient at home and work and finally have a more positive outlook on the future. I have a variety of experience which has only helped my ability of becoming an effective therapist.

Every morning each of us wakes up with a new opportunity to be our best self. A chance to take the best of who we are and utilize those skills and talents to explore, challenge, and grow. In me, you will find a partner willing to collaborate with you to do the necessary work to evoke change in whatever spheres of life you have identified as needing attention. Through introspection, self-awareness, and acceptance we will collectively engage in the therapeutic journey that will help you gain clarity, reach higher heights, and live well.

I help my clients learn to use their personal strengths to eliminate stress and establish new patterns of behavior to make their lives healthier and happier. We work together to address issues of low self-confidence, the fear of public speaking, a lack of supportive relationships or health-related problems. I enjoy seeing the positive changes my clients make as they achieve their goals that lead to a more satisfying life.

Helping adults, couples, adolescents, and families have more fulfilling lives is a joy and passion. It is important to show people you care by treating them with kindness and respect. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and survivors of stress-related trauma including emotional and sexual abuse, and neglect. As a therapist at a mental health hospital, I facilitated psychotherapy groups and counseled patients struggling with severe depression, severe anxiety, substance use disorder, and stress-related and psychotic disorders. I am also passionate about marriage and enjoy helping couples work through challenges in their relationships.