Multicultural Therapists in Columbus, OH

I have worked in outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, and college counseling. I have experience working with adults, children, and adolescents in individual, family, and group-based therapy. I also have experience conducting comprehensive psychological assessments for a wide range of behavioral and psychological issues. My clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment and relationship difficulties, stress and anger management, behavioral pain management, employee-assistance programs (EAPs), psychological assessment, and working with individuals of diverse multicultural backgrounds.

I recognize that I cannot know a person better than they know themselves, so it is my responsibility to empathize and understand the issues they bring in within the scope of their experiences. I strive to work from a multicultural and anti-oppressive frame of practice rooted in person-centered theory, which to me means understanding the intersecting identities that clients hold and how the systems surrounding them impact their distress and their access to opportunities and resources.

For those looking for a partner in resolving the emotional, relational, and behavioral issues that interfere with fulfilling one’s life goals, I draw from your strengths and meet you where you are without judgement. My clients describe me as friendly, open-minded, positive, and genuine. While I'm a LPC and CWC (Certified Wellness Counselor), I am also clinical researcher, a former educator (32yrs), have a PhD in STEM, and have 50+ years of life-experiences. This can be a useful combination to support your journey. I have my own private practice, Red Apple Counseling and Consultation, giving flexibility to work around your schedule.

As a therapist who lives with ADHD and a mood disorder, I believe it's my duty to walk alongside others as they work to manage the roller coaster of life. Believe me...it's possible. My work with clients centers around the belief that we all possess the strengths necessary to navigate life’s struggles. I believe it is vital to provide an atmosphere of unconditional positive regard, empathic understanding, and authenticity for each person that I am fortunate to work with here. Whether you are longing for change, a new path forward, or to begin your journey toward inner peace, you are welcome here.

I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental space that nurtures personal growth and helps clients to navigate the various challenges that come up in life. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for successful outcomes. My integrative approach to therapy incorporates client’s strengths and utilizes evidence-based interventions to meet the clients goals. I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety and depression, trauma, low self-esteem, dissatisfaction in relationships and multicultural issues. I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your journey.

Each day we strive to know better and do better. Each day we can reflect on how things went and adapt for the next day. We get to celebrate successes and, with or without success, we get to celebrate growth. Growth can be uncomfortable and yet continuous lifelong growth is necessary to live a life of fulfillment. Sometimes we all need someone with us on our life journey of making meaning of our experiences and finding purpose and reaching goals.

As a bicultural & multilingual licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California & Ohio, I provide individual (celebrity & adult), children, & couples therapy in private practice & in outpatient settings. I received my Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology/Alliant International University. I have completed an APA-accredited doctoral internship at UCSF, Child & Adolescent Services Multicultural Training Program at San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center. I have a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in marriage & family therapy from USF.

Thank you for visiting my site. I strive to provide quality mental health services in both English and Spanish. My experience includes working with a diverse and multicultural clientele in all stages and transitions within life. Allow me the opportunity to work and collaborate with you as you begin your journey towards a better and healthier YOU.

I provide individual and group counseling services as well as educational programs across the life span. I operate from an existential, humanistic, person-centered philosophy that emphasizes meaning in one's life, self-actualization, responsibility, and relationships. I view counseling from a tripartite approach where I assist my clients with self-awareness, gaining knowledge, and developing strategies to manage effectively and successfully the various transitions they are experiencing in their lives. I employ my diverse training and integrate a multiplicity of therapeutic interventions that yield optimum results for the individual.

I offer in-person and telehealth sessions. I am here to help others reach their personal goals while providing a warm and judgement free environment. My eclectic approach is flexible and meets the person where there at, while matching the symptoms and disorders to the treatment approach. I help individuals identify specific struggles in their life. My experience has helped clients regulate emotions, and work through issues and struggles while providing tools to facilitate healing. I value a client counselor relationship.

Finding a therapist who is both the right fit and accessible is hard! You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disoriented, or skeptical about the counseling process. I am passionate about incorporating multicultural values and demystifying the therapeutic process so that you can direct your own healing process. I use person-centered therapy and draw from cognitive-behavioral and postmodern approaches.

I work with my clients to empower them through awareness into the underlying influences of their clinical distress and life difficulties, which may include personal and social history, relationships, culture, and society. I am an empathic listener and support clients in identifying their own needs, challenges, and what is working or no longer working for them. I believe in meeting clients where they are at and to work together to build a safe, trusting, and meaningful therapeutic relationship.

Despite your best efforts to convince yourself that you have it all together, you’re struggling with that relationship, you're tired, and you're left wondering, "is it me?" Feeling unsure of how to navigate it all, you’ve pushed down the pain and traumatic memories. Sometimes, you do feel fine; but the feeling is fleeting. Truthfully, the things you've been doing to cope just aren't helping as much as you'd hoped. We both know that simply "focusing on yourself" overlooks the complexity of navigating through unwritten relationship rules, cultural expectations, and your values. Together, let's find new ways to navigate the challenges.

We have Immediate Availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we specialize in working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, ethical non-monogamy, BDSM, and Kink). We offer FREE 15-minute consults for you to ask any personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your chosen therapist meets your needs and preferences. Our priority is creating a therapeutic space where everyone feels safe, respected, and truly understood. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!

The space of therapy is for you to connect with a sense of curiosity, calm, compassion, presence, creativity - your truest Self. We all love, parent, and experience emotions differently. We exist at the intersection of gender, race, culture, age, sexual orientation and other layers that make us unique as individuals. I enjoy working within this diversity to explore parts of you that are struggling and guide you to find creative solutions. Over 25 years of experience in community and private practice settings, both in the US and in Latin America, helped me cultivate a multicultural perspective.

Hi, my name is Hao. Are you struggling with worries or negative thoughts that just won't go away? Do you find it difficult to stay positive and treat yourself with compassion? Whether you're dealing with overwhelming feelings, cycles of anxiety and depression, or relationship issues. I'm here to help.

Do you need a safe space to address the deeper issues that are holding you back? I can help you on that journey towards healing and transformation, so that you can get back to engaging in life with confidence and clarity. I enjoy working with people who want understand themselves better and see things from a different perspective. My goal is to help you discover your inner wisdom that already lies within you so that you can become your own source of healing and growth. If you are ready to develop a new relationship with yourself, then we might be a good fit for each other!

Do you feel alone, scared, or distressed about how gambling, gaming, pornography, sex or going online makes you feel? Does it feel like you've lost some or all control and are feeling depression, anxiety, isolation, or despair? As a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - III with years of experience providing behavioral and substance use addiction treatment as well as mental health care I am dedicated to offering compassionate and warm support to individuals looking for support. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome their struggles and achieve lasting recovery through a personalized and holistic approach.

“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.”