In Person Therapists in Columbus, OH

For over 20 years, I have tried to create a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental atmosphere in which to address mood disorders, couples' issues, self-esteem, and work and life stress issues. I use a problem solving approach that focuses on strengths.

I provide individual counseling services to children and adolescents dealing with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, peer relationships, behavioral problems, and trauma. I am passionate about helping my clients reach their ideal level of functioning and providing them with meaningful feedback and interventions.

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.

Have you reached a point in your life where continuing down the same path seems impossible but you aren’t sure which direction you want to go? Or perhaps you know the direction you would like to move in but just aren’t quite sure how to get there? Maybe you get confused or overwhelmed by your emotions. You find yourself withdrawing, panicking, drinking, or using other coping strategies that served you in the past but no longer provide the relief you seek. These are common reasons clients choose to engage in therapy with me.

Since 1992 I have assisted adolescents and adults in the individual, family and couple settings, including the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders; and supervision of social workers. My experience includes mood and behavior concerns, family conflict, marriage/parenting challenges, and spiritual concerns. I accept clients who I believe have the capacity to resolve their issues with my assistance. Some only need a few sessions, others may require longer term therapy which could last months and in some cases years, with an average of six to nine months.

Are you experiencing crippling anxiety, stress, or discouragement in day to day life? Are you burned out from a job or role that used to give you fulfillment? Are you feeling like your emotions control you and hurt those closest to you? Do you struggle to keep up with the needs of those who rely on you at work or in your spiritual community? Are you a teen experiencing overwhelming pressure and painful emotions, struggling to find a solid sense of identity?

“I love what I do. I love being able to help those in either need or those seeking help to better their lives. I believe each individual is unique and created with a purpose. I see my goal as helping each individual discover his or her purpose while embracing his or her individuality. I have learned to utilize my experiences as an African-American, husband, father, social worker, soccer coach and friend in assisting each individual I work with to become all their meant to be.”

People try to make sense of their world as they perceive it. This is why people struggle with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation and expression, addiction, etc. Overall, I believe people want to understand what makes them who they are. Through understanding their struggles and being able to choose different ways of thinking, acting, and feeling, people can learn to be the best version of themselves.

Katie specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of eating disorders (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and disordered eating), anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and related issues. Other areas of clinical interest for Katie include: embodiment; shame and vulnerability; autoimmune issues and eating disorders; giftedness and eating disorders; sexual anorexia/bulimia; and eating disorders and spirituality. Katie is an EMDR trained therapist, and she strives to be client-centered, trauma-informed, and justice-informed in her practice.

Alexis Witte is a licensed independent social worker. She received her master's degree from The Ohio State University and her bachelor's degree from University of Dayton. She has previously worked providing therapy to school-age children, adults, and couples in both home and office settings. She has also served as an administrator for behavioral health services in the juvenile justice system and as an executive director of a substance use disorder and mental health agency.

I help clients learn to effectively manage life challenges and build emotional resilience through improved coping, communication and relationship skills. I am also a certified food and eating wellness coach, and can help clients address some of the nutritional underpinnings of mood issues, including anger, anxiety and depression. I work with clients who experience anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, behavioral addiction, and disordered eating, as well those who have experienced grief, co-dependency, low self-esteem, physical/ emotional abuse and family of origin dysfunction.

Infertility, miscarriages, sexual difficulties, postpartum anxiety and depression can be very hard for you and your partner to deal with and cause a strain in your relationships. These experiences may bring feelings of shame, disappointment, anger, and grief that could be overwhelming and difficult to understand for the people around us.

Healing happens! You DO have the ability to work through your despair, loss, anxiety, shame, trauma, compulsions, sexual concerns, and relationship conflicts. I offer a safe online space for individual adults and a gentle, relationship-oriented process of holistic healing. I bring to you a broad doctoral background for almost any life concern you may be facing yet with specialized training and skills. Therapy groups also offered currently for gay men and for religious abuse or cult survivors (see below).

I received my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Bowling Green State University and Masters of Social Work degree from The Ohio State University. I have experience working in community mental health, acute care and foster care settings while treating a wide variety of diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Postpartum Depression. I also have experience working with clients who maybe struggling with stress, trauma, career issues, life transitions and self-esteem issues.

I consider it a supreme privilege to accompany my clients into the work of healing, growth, and self-discovery. Entering into these vulnerable and deeply personal spaces with my clients is sacred to me, and I work hard to provide the kind of safety, compassion, and attention that allows deep change. I work with a huge variety of issues but find that my strengths lie primarily in the area of trauma recovery, identity formation, spiritual direction, self-esteem, anxiety, nervous system coaching and relational strengthening. I take a holistic approach to therapy choosing to address the whole person - body, mind, and spirit.

Do you want to improve your anxiety and relationships in order to improve your overall functioning? My ideal client would be someone who is ready to make changes and begin therapy. I would enjoy working with someone with goals but may need some help clarifying them and creating a plan to work toward them.

We know it's hard to find a good therapist. That's why we found them for you. CPPS welcomes all individuals and families to our practice because respect and acceptance for each individual’s attributes and beliefs is a core value for our team. Each therapist brings their individual personality, professional experiences, and treatment methodologies to their relationships with clients. Our organization works to engage different therapists so our clients can work with the therapist that is the best fit for them. We all need to feel that we have a comfortable and productive relationship with our therapist.

LaVesea is passionate about youth; youth who have difficulties with parents and/or family dynamics, anxiety and depression who look forward and are ready to navigate healing. LaVesea works with BIPOC clients who continue to navigate systemic oppression and are prepared to work through how it has effect relationships with others as well as how they view the world. She is also passionate about working with assisting BIPOC navigate and work through depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self- harm.

My name is Stephen Brown, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Northeast Ohio and seeing clients throughout the state via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients find positive solutions to start feeling better. I have found that my approach is effective for teens and adults struggling with the challenges and stressors of life, which take the forms of depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma.