Parenting Therapists in Columbus, OH
Bluestone Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43220
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in concerns such as anxiety, chronic depression, relationship issues, parenting needs, and complex or unresolved trauma.
Are you noticing patterns in your life that keep preventing you from moving forward? Do you want to address 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 work with people who want to understand themselves better and see things from a different perspective. My goal is to help you discover your inner wisdom that already lies within, 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!
I specialize in concerns such as anxiety, chronic depression, relationship issues, parenting needs, and complex or unresolved trauma.
Are you noticing patterns in your life that keep preventing you from moving forward? Do you want to address 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 work with people who want to understand themselves better and see things from a different perspective. My goal is to help you discover your inner wisdom that already lies within, 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!
She has special expertise in depression, anxiety, child and adolescent issues, the LGBTQ+ community, adoption and foster care, and behavior management or other parenting concerns.
Dr. Salmen's approach to therapy is one that places great value on the therapeutic relationship. When a strong and trusting working relationship is built, clients are able to feel safe to express themselves, share their fears, celebrate their successes, and set important and attainable goals. Dr. Salmen's therapeutic style is a blend of techniques, which can be tailored to fit each client's unique needs. These techniques include psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and interpersonal and relational approaches.
She has special expertise in depression, anxiety, child and adolescent issues, the LGBTQ+ community, adoption and foster care, and behavior management or other parenting concerns.
Dr. Salmen's approach to therapy is one that places great value on the therapeutic relationship. When a strong and trusting working relationship is built, clients are able to feel safe to express themselves, share their fears, celebrate their successes, and set important and attainable goals. Dr. Salmen's therapeutic style is a blend of techniques, which can be tailored to fit each client's unique needs. These techniques include psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and interpersonal and relational approaches.
Wendolyn Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, IMFT-S, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206
I understand and relate to the pressures of work, relationships, parenting, society, finances, and career or athletic performance.
Hello and welcome! I understand you feel tired and overwhelmed with life's demands. Your relationship is not what you expected and no longer feels satisfying or “meant to be.” You're struggling to be a “good” parent or partner, or you’re just plain exhausted by all the pressures on you. If you let it, life will put you on an emotional roller coaster! Even if you’re not experiencing turmoil, how do you stay afloat? How do you protect your mind, heart, family, career, future, or relationship? Let me join you to help transform painful an confusing feelings into a healed and fulfilling life. I see clients in Ohio, Texas, and Michigan.
I understand and relate to the pressures of work, relationships, parenting, society, finances, and career or athletic performance.
Hello and welcome! I understand you feel tired and overwhelmed with life's demands. Your relationship is not what you expected and no longer feels satisfying or “meant to be.” You're struggling to be a “good” parent or partner, or you’re just plain exhausted by all the pressures on you. If you let it, life will put you on an emotional roller coaster! Even if you’re not experiencing turmoil, how do you stay afloat? How do you protect your mind, heart, family, career, future, or relationship? Let me join you to help transform painful an confusing feelings into a healed and fulfilling life. I see clients in Ohio, Texas, and Michigan.
Alison (Roark) Wible
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43209 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio and for the past 11 years worked in private practice with a variety of clients across multiple settings. I focus on anxiety and depression as well as relationships, family conflict, parenting, postpartum and ADHD. I also have extensive experience working with college age students and young adults. I practice from a holistic and integrative perspective which includes looking at all facets of the individual’s life and using appropriate interventions to help clients create positive, permanent change.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio and for the past 11 years worked in private practice with a variety of clients across multiple settings. I focus on anxiety and depression as well as relationships, family conflict, parenting, postpartum and ADHD. I also have extensive experience working with college age students and young adults. I practice from a holistic and integrative perspective which includes looking at all facets of the individual’s life and using appropriate interventions to help clients create positive, permanent change.
Ruby Linhan Booth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43202 (Online Only)
As a queer parent to a gender diverse kid, I’ve just expanded my practice to include a focus on the needs of elementary-aged trans, non-binary, and other gender diverse children and their families. With 15+ years of clinical experience, I also bring deep personal experience to helping folks settle into themselves and build satisfying and extraordinary lives. Using Minecraft-based play therapy, role-playing game therapy, and other creative approaches, my goal is to help you develop the resilience you need to thrive in this sometimes challenging world. I go above and beyond to make sure you parents are getting the support you need too
As a queer parent to a gender diverse kid, I’ve just expanded my practice to include a focus on the needs of elementary-aged trans, non-binary, and other gender diverse children and their families. With 15+ years of clinical experience, I also bring deep personal experience to helping folks settle into themselves and build satisfying and extraordinary lives. Using Minecraft-based play therapy, role-playing game therapy, and other creative approaches, my goal is to help you develop the resilience you need to thrive in this sometimes challenging world. I go above and beyond to make sure you parents are getting the support you need too
Jade Flowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43220 (Online Only)
Everyone feels stuck at times and unsure what to do. I believe that with the right help you can make the changes you need so that a new path can be discovered. My passion is to work along side individuals, families, adolescents, children, and parents to help create this new path. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy and Art Therapy. I work with those dealing with past or current trauma, family issues, youth, emotional hardships, life transitions, divorce, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, addiction, adoption, and behavior issues just to name a few.
Everyone feels stuck at times and unsure what to do. I believe that with the right help you can make the changes you need so that a new path can be discovered. My passion is to work along side individuals, families, adolescents, children, and parents to help create this new path. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy and Art Therapy. I work with those dealing with past or current trauma, family issues, youth, emotional hardships, life transitions, divorce, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, addiction, adoption, and behavior issues just to name a few.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, sexual based traumas, relationship issues, transitions into adulthood or parenting, personality disorders, codependency, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, and non-traditional relationship dynamics.
Iam an Ohio based mental health therapist with 14 years of professional work experience. I currently hold an LPCC-S license in the state of Ohio and have worked in a variety of mental health settings including school based, home based, community based, residential, and private practice and have specialized in treating survivors of human trafficking for the last 7 years.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, sexual based traumas, relationship issues, transitions into adulthood or parenting, personality disorders, codependency, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, and non-traditional relationship dynamics.
Iam an Ohio based mental health therapist with 14 years of professional work experience. I currently hold an LPCC-S license in the state of Ohio and have worked in a variety of mental health settings including school based, home based, community based, residential, and private practice and have specialized in treating survivors of human trafficking for the last 7 years.
Lisa Alfriend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
I specialize in children and adolescents in several areas including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting skills and parent-child relationships, and anger management. My goal is to help individuals and families reach their full potential. Starting therapy can feel daunting, you are already showing courage by looking. As your therapist, it is my priority to build a trusting relationship so we can work as a team on your goals and strengths. I use evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to instill hope and growth.
I specialize in children and adolescents in several areas including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting skills and parent-child relationships, and anger management. My goal is to help individuals and families reach their full potential. Starting therapy can feel daunting, you are already showing courage by looking. As your therapist, it is my priority to build a trusting relationship so we can work as a team on your goals and strengths. I use evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to instill hope and growth.
My areas of focus are relationship counseling, infidelity, family conflict, parenting concerns, perinatal bonding and attachment, anxiety, and depression.
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.
My areas of focus are relationship counseling, infidelity, family conflict, parenting concerns, perinatal bonding and attachment, anxiety, and depression.
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.
Elizabeth (Olate) Mintun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43220
The journey through life's stages is exciting, though it is inevitably accompanied by some difficult challenges. Therapy can provide insight and support to make tough times more manageable. I specialize in providing therapy to children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise primarily lies in working with issues related to trauma, anxiety, low self esteem, and parenting. I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy. In addition, I provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) services. I offer therapy in English and Spanish. I see traditional and non-traditional clients.
The journey through life's stages is exciting, though it is inevitably accompanied by some difficult challenges. Therapy can provide insight and support to make tough times more manageable. I specialize in providing therapy to children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise primarily lies in working with issues related to trauma, anxiety, low self esteem, and parenting. I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy. In addition, I provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) services. I offer therapy in English and Spanish. I see traditional and non-traditional clients.
Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child, an individual who is navigating a difficult transition, or a couple looking to strengthen your relationship, I am here to help.
As a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, I'm passionate about facilitating change and helping clients unlock their full potential. My approach is rooted in compassion, challenge, and growth. I'm committed to supporting clients, whether individuals, couples or families, as they navigate life's transitions and overcome obstacles.I believe in meeting clients where they are, highlighting strengths & fostering resilience through cognitive restructuring, problem-solving, & psychoeducation. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their lives, emotions, reactions, behaviors, and relationships.
Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child, an individual who is navigating a difficult transition, or a couple looking to strengthen your relationship, I am here to help.
As a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, I'm passionate about facilitating change and helping clients unlock their full potential. My approach is rooted in compassion, challenge, and growth. I'm committed to supporting clients, whether individuals, couples or families, as they navigate life's transitions and overcome obstacles.I believe in meeting clients where they are, highlighting strengths & fostering resilience through cognitive restructuring, problem-solving, & psychoeducation. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their lives, emotions, reactions, behaviors, and relationships.
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Courageous Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215 (Online Only)
Most of my adult practice includes: trauma/PTDS, stress, anxiety, depression, body image, relationship/family issues, grief, parenting struggles, and substance addiction, and Autism/neurodiversity.
Hello! I am so glad you are here! You are courageous for taking the first step on improving your life! My approach to therapy is reflective of a Strengths Based model and is client centered. You know your story best! I develop solution focused goals with my clients and prioritize what they feel is most important in developing a treatment plan. Some therapies I use include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Grief Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and IFS and Christian counseling. My goal is to offer interventions to allow you to be the best version of yourself. You are the author of your story!
Most of my adult practice includes: trauma/PTDS, stress, anxiety, depression, body image, relationship/family issues, grief, parenting struggles, and substance addiction, and Autism/neurodiversity.
Hello! I am so glad you are here! You are courageous for taking the first step on improving your life! My approach to therapy is reflective of a Strengths Based model and is client centered. You know your story best! I develop solution focused goals with my clients and prioritize what they feel is most important in developing a treatment plan. Some therapies I use include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Grief Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and IFS and Christian counseling. My goal is to offer interventions to allow you to be the best version of yourself. You are the author of your story!
I am a Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) certified therapist who strives to help families with children experiencing problem behaviors (e.
Hello! I am Dr. Emily Deming. I am a queer psychologist who is passionate about making therapy a space to not only reflect but also to learn. I have first hand experience with supporting a neurodivergent partner and integrating into a multiracial family. I believe that therapy is a learning process and I strive to make sure that my clients leave our sessions with a toolkit they can handle life’s ups and downs with. As the expert on your life, your child, or your family, my clients are an essential part of developing individualized treatment plans focused on their needs and goals.
I am a Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) certified therapist who strives to help families with children experiencing problem behaviors (e.
Hello! I am Dr. Emily Deming. I am a queer psychologist who is passionate about making therapy a space to not only reflect but also to learn. I have first hand experience with supporting a neurodivergent partner and integrating into a multiracial family. I believe that therapy is a learning process and I strive to make sure that my clients leave our sessions with a toolkit they can handle life’s ups and downs with. As the expert on your life, your child, or your family, my clients are an essential part of developing individualized treatment plans focused on their needs and goals.
I partner with you to strengthen the parent-child bond and to improve your child's self-esteem and enhance your confidence and parenting skills.
As a doctoral-level clinical psychologist with a deep commitment to children and their families, I specialize in helping parents navigate the complexities of parenting children who have experienced trauma or other challenges. As a master diagnostician with specialized training in children, trauma, and neuropsychology, I am committed to a thorough understanding of each child and family I work with, and to identifying what each child needs in order to be happy and well-adjusted. My approach is holistic, taking into consideration all areas of a child’s life and functioning.
I partner with you to strengthen the parent-child bond and to improve your child's self-esteem and enhance your confidence and parenting skills.
As a doctoral-level clinical psychologist with a deep commitment to children and their families, I specialize in helping parents navigate the complexities of parenting children who have experienced trauma or other challenges. As a master diagnostician with specialized training in children, trauma, and neuropsychology, I am committed to a thorough understanding of each child and family I work with, and to identifying what each child needs in order to be happy and well-adjusted. My approach is holistic, taking into consideration all areas of a child’s life and functioning.
Through individual, family, and/or parenting sessions, I work to tailor therapy to meet your needs.
I am committed to helping children and adults overcome stress and anxiety and live their best lives. This includes coping with fear and panic, social anxiety, chronic worries, obsessive thinking, and compulsive habits. We all experience stress and distressing thoughts. It is easy to feel stuck and not know how to move forward. Therapy can help you express your feelings, give you strategies to cope with intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce the hold anxiety has over you. I would love to walk through this process with you and/or your child.
Through individual, family, and/or parenting sessions, I work to tailor therapy to meet your needs.
I am committed to helping children and adults overcome stress and anxiety and live their best lives. This includes coping with fear and panic, social anxiety, chronic worries, obsessive thinking, and compulsive habits. We all experience stress and distressing thoughts. It is easy to feel stuck and not know how to move forward. Therapy can help you express your feelings, give you strategies to cope with intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce the hold anxiety has over you. I would love to walk through this process with you and/or your child.
Kodachrome Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Jen and I am a licensed clinical social worker (Ohio). I specialize in treating adults in several areas including anxiety disorders, OCD, life transitions, parenting challenges, and just dealing with the stressors that are part of everyday life. You can expect an honest, warm, and safe space in which I will work with you on your specific goals in treatment.
Hi! My name is Jen and I am a licensed clinical social worker (Ohio). I specialize in treating adults in several areas including anxiety disorders, OCD, life transitions, parenting challenges, and just dealing with the stressors that are part of everyday life. You can expect an honest, warm, and safe space in which I will work with you on your specific goals in treatment.
I have 10+ years experience conducting therapy with children, adolescents, adults, families, with special expertise in depression, anxiety, women's issues, grief/loss, couples and family therapy, parenting concerns, and behavioral challenges in children and adolescents. I utilize an integrative approach to meet each client's unique needs and goals, incorporating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based interventions. I am dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients by providing empathy, respect, and compassion in a non-judging, safe environment. My collaborative, individualized approach empowers clients to make lasting changes in their lives and increase feelings of self-worth.
I have 10+ years experience conducting therapy with children, adolescents, adults, families, with special expertise in depression, anxiety, women's issues, grief/loss, couples and family therapy, parenting concerns, and behavioral challenges in children and adolescents. I utilize an integrative approach to meet each client's unique needs and goals, incorporating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based interventions. I am dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients by providing empathy, respect, and compassion in a non-judging, safe environment. My collaborative, individualized approach empowers clients to make lasting changes in their lives and increase feelings of self-worth.
If you’re a parent: Being a parent is hard and I appreciate you taking the time to ensure that your child’s health is a priority.
I have experience with adolescents and young adults in different levels of care (PHP/IOP/individual). I enjoy working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, & ADHD. For adolescents: Life is hard & I want to be able to make sure you have all the tools & resources you need to succeed in life. I want you to have time to work through problems in therapy while empowering you to talk with your parents about problems as needed. Your voice is so important! For young adults: In therapy. I work to empower you to make your own choices, identify/feel your emotions, and process your needs. Your feelings & struggles are valid!
If you’re a parent: Being a parent is hard and I appreciate you taking the time to ensure that your child’s health is a priority.
I have experience with adolescents and young adults in different levels of care (PHP/IOP/individual). I enjoy working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, & ADHD. For adolescents: Life is hard & I want to be able to make sure you have all the tools & resources you need to succeed in life. I want you to have time to work through problems in therapy while empowering you to talk with your parents about problems as needed. Your voice is so important! For young adults: In therapy. I work to empower you to make your own choices, identify/feel your emotions, and process your needs. Your feelings & struggles are valid!
Starks Counseling & Consultation Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43215
grief/loss, community violence, domestic violence, divorce, caregiver of a disabled parent or child, etc.
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.
grief/loss, community violence, domestic violence, divorce, caregiver of a disabled parent or child, etc.
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.
Zion Counseling and Wellness Enrichment Center
Counselor, LPCC, MC, MA
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43204
Hello my name is Tiara Kendrick. After several years of mental health experience I started Zion Counseling. My educational background in Mental Health and Human Development and Family Science allows me to understand the needs of individuals over a wide range of ages and life span challenges. I will support and advocate with you as you learn to function better in every area of life. Do you need help with depression, reducing anxiety, improving decision making budgeting, or communication skills, stress management, strengthening your social life, or managing lifestyle changes like break ups, job changes, stress, parenting concerns?
Hello my name is Tiara Kendrick. After several years of mental health experience I started Zion Counseling. My educational background in Mental Health and Human Development and Family Science allows me to understand the needs of individuals over a wide range of ages and life span challenges. I will support and advocate with you as you learn to function better in every area of life. Do you need help with depression, reducing anxiety, improving decision making budgeting, or communication skills, stress management, strengthening your social life, or managing lifestyle changes like break ups, job changes, stress, parenting concerns?
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