Existential Therapists in Gahanna, OH
Laura Lee Townsend - Trauma Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, IMFT, LPCC, CHHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gahanna, OH 43230
You just want to feel better. Trauma has turned you into someone you don’t even recognize. You’re constantly on edge and can’t sleep. If sleep does come, it’s often restless and filled with nightmares. Your creativity, performance, and professionalism is suffering. You often feel tremendous guilt and shame; no one understands what it's like. Or maybe you stuff the hurt, pain, and disappointment down deep inside so no one sees it. You know how to put on a good, happy face for others. The emptiness and loneliness seem unbearable. Or maybe this describes your loved one who you can’t seem to reach no matter how hard you try.
You just want to feel better. Trauma has turned you into someone you don’t even recognize. You’re constantly on edge and can’t sleep. If sleep does come, it’s often restless and filled with nightmares. Your creativity, performance, and professionalism is suffering. You often feel tremendous guilt and shame; no one understands what it's like. Or maybe you stuff the hurt, pain, and disappointment down deep inside so no one sees it. You know how to put on a good, happy face for others. The emptiness and loneliness seem unbearable. Or maybe this describes your loved one who you can’t seem to reach no matter how hard you try.
Women and adolescents work through anxiety, panic disorders, depression, postpartum, overwhelm, relationship concerns, and parenting difficulties, in a comfortable environment with an experienced licensed professional clinical counselor! Calisa Nickelson has been assisting women on "women's issues" for over eighteen years! Stress reduction, feelings of overwhelm, confusion, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and life transitions are specialties in this practice! I provide the clarification and direction women, mothers, and adolescents need for personal acceptance, growth, goal clarification, and family health. I am a certified cognitive behavioral therapist and also embrace holistic techniques of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation training.
Women and adolescents work through anxiety, panic disorders, depression, postpartum, overwhelm, relationship concerns, and parenting difficulties, in a comfortable environment with an experienced licensed professional clinical counselor! Calisa Nickelson has been assisting women on "women's issues" for over eighteen years! Stress reduction, feelings of overwhelm, confusion, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and life transitions are specialties in this practice! I provide the clarification and direction women, mothers, and adolescents need for personal acceptance, growth, goal clarification, and family health. I am a certified cognitive behavioral therapist and also embrace holistic techniques of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation training.
Kristen Ayers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Gahanna, OH 43230 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Kristen Ayers, and I am a mental health therapist providing services to all adult clients, with a focus on helping older adults. I specialize in helping people who are experiencing depression and anxiety, as well as those who are struggling with grief and loss. I work well with people who are feeling misunderstood and need a safe, understanding space to share what they are going through. I love working with people who are open to new ways of thinking about their problems and have a desire to be a part of the positive change they want for themselves. Whether you are 25 or 85, I am here to help!
Hello! My name is Kristen Ayers, and I am a mental health therapist providing services to all adult clients, with a focus on helping older adults. I specialize in helping people who are experiencing depression and anxiety, as well as those who are struggling with grief and loss. I work well with people who are feeling misunderstood and need a safe, understanding space to share what they are going through. I love working with people who are open to new ways of thinking about their problems and have a desire to be a part of the positive change they want for themselves. Whether you are 25 or 85, I am here to help!
If you’re looking for a peaceful space to help you sort out stressful thoughts and discover new insights, I can help. As a person-centered counselor, I believe you have the potential to find the answers you seek. My role is to collaborate and guide you along the way. I’m a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). This means I have specialized training in exploring the causes and treatment of anxiety and panic disorders. Along with talk therapy, I use techniques such as mindfulness, movement, grounding, and breathwork.
If you’re looking for a peaceful space to help you sort out stressful thoughts and discover new insights, I can help. As a person-centered counselor, I believe you have the potential to find the answers you seek. My role is to collaborate and guide you along the way. I’m a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). This means I have specialized training in exploring the causes and treatment of anxiety and panic disorders. Along with talk therapy, I use techniques such as mindfulness, movement, grounding, and breathwork.
Roy McClelland Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gahanna, OH 43230
Do you find it difficult to deal with life transitions and change? Life has its unique challenges as we navigate through the different stages. Sometimes, we need support through these stages while dealing with the ongoing changes in our personal universe. Although change is difficult to handle at times, I feel that change promotes personal growth, perseverance, and inner strength. When dealt with appropriately, change can be a healthy part of life.
Do you find it difficult to deal with life transitions and change? Life has its unique challenges as we navigate through the different stages. Sometimes, we need support through these stages while dealing with the ongoing changes in our personal universe. Although change is difficult to handle at times, I feel that change promotes personal growth, perseverance, and inner strength. When dealt with appropriately, change can be a healthy part of life.
Stephen Duraney
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC, CIT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gahanna, OH 43230
I have a heart for helping people develop their inner strength, build deeper relationships with the people around them, and rediscover their joy... In addition, I enjoy getting to learn from clients each day and the personal growth that comes with accompanying you on the journey toward healing.
I have a heart for helping people develop their inner strength, build deeper relationships with the people around them, and rediscover their joy... In addition, I enjoy getting to learn from clients each day and the personal growth that comes with accompanying you on the journey toward healing.
I work well with adults 25 and older who are ready to free themselves from pain that has crept into their adult lives; pain that stems from traumatic experiences. I offer free 45 min consultation sessions, which may help you to decide whether counseling is right for you at all. If you think that this might work for you, call me 614 530 0169 or email me at sperrycounseling@gmail.com.
I work well with adults 25 and older who are ready to free themselves from pain that has crept into their adult lives; pain that stems from traumatic experiences. I offer free 45 min consultation sessions, which may help you to decide whether counseling is right for you at all. If you think that this might work for you, call me 614 530 0169 or email me at sperrycounseling@gmail.com.
Every person has their own unique path. On this path, we are faced with obstacles and challenges that, at times, can feel too big for us or simply halt our forward progression. We have two choices - we can allow those challenges to continue to prevent our forward progression, or we can work through those challenges to allow us to clear the path so we can continue on our journey of having a more fulfilling life. If you are reading this, you have taken the first step in making the choice that you no longer want your challenges to dictate your quality of life.
Every person has their own unique path. On this path, we are faced with obstacles and challenges that, at times, can feel too big for us or simply halt our forward progression. We have two choices - we can allow those challenges to continue to prevent our forward progression, or we can work through those challenges to allow us to clear the path so we can continue on our journey of having a more fulfilling life. If you are reading this, you have taken the first step in making the choice that you no longer want your challenges to dictate your quality of life.
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Katherine Cordier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
Kat's counseling style is integrative, and the modalities she most frequently uses are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Existential Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I'm currently under supervision until 2026. I enjoy making multidimensional connections within the world, building relationships, and guiding individuals through their personal and interpersonal challenges. My clients have commonly describe me as an optimistic, realistic, and eclectic counselor.
Kat's counseling style is integrative, and the modalities she most frequently uses are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Existential Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I'm currently under supervision until 2026. I enjoy making multidimensional connections within the world, building relationships, and guiding individuals through their personal and interpersonal challenges. My clients have commonly describe me as an optimistic, realistic, and eclectic counselor.
Connor is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who obtained his Bachelor’s of Social Work and Master’s of Social Work Degrees from The Ohio State University. Connor sees clients 18 and above but specializes in work with young adults. He works with clients struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and managing life transitions. Connor takes an existential approach to therapy, working with clients to explore themselves and to ask the deep questions of life, meaning, and fulfillment.
Connor is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who obtained his Bachelor’s of Social Work and Master’s of Social Work Degrees from The Ohio State University. Connor sees clients 18 and above but specializes in work with young adults. He works with clients struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and managing life transitions. Connor takes an existential approach to therapy, working with clients to explore themselves and to ask the deep questions of life, meaning, and fulfillment.
Laura Caputo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
As a counselor, I'll strive to help you feel empowered, connected, meaningful, and rooted in your authentic self. I believe we grow through relationship with others, so our work together will be a partnership. Together, we'll explore your strengths, values, and hopes, to help you use your power to reach your goals. I know that feeling seen and heard by your therapist matters, so I'll work to create a space where you can feel safe to be authentic and open. I use a blend of relational-cultural theory, feminist theory, existential theory, and narrative therapy.
As a counselor, I'll strive to help you feel empowered, connected, meaningful, and rooted in your authentic self. I believe we grow through relationship with others, so our work together will be a partnership. Together, we'll explore your strengths, values, and hopes, to help you use your power to reach your goals. I know that feeling seen and heard by your therapist matters, so I'll work to create a space where you can feel safe to be authentic and open. I use a blend of relational-cultural theory, feminist theory, existential theory, and narrative therapy.
Alesha Leonard
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Alesha Leonard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with five years of experience. I have a wide range of experiences working with individuals between the ages of 3 and 65 experiencing depressive and anxiety symptoms, substance abuse, and developmental/intellectual disorders. I take particular interest in working with the teen/young adult population, and I am well-versed in helping clients combat stressors related to life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Hi there! My name is Alesha Leonard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with five years of experience. I have a wide range of experiences working with individuals between the ages of 3 and 65 experiencing depressive and anxiety symptoms, substance abuse, and developmental/intellectual disorders. I take particular interest in working with the teen/young adult population, and I am well-versed in helping clients combat stressors related to life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
My work as a therapist is centered around our innate drive toward health, healing and wholeness. By building on your inherent strengths and developing personal insight and awareness, we're able to move into a more joyful and gratifying life. I'm passionate about empowering those I work with to discover the best version of themselves in order to live the lives they want and deserve.
My work as a therapist is centered around our innate drive toward health, healing and wholeness. By building on your inherent strengths and developing personal insight and awareness, we're able to move into a more joyful and gratifying life. I'm passionate about empowering those I work with to discover the best version of themselves in order to live the lives they want and deserve.
Sue Mocniak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43230
Finding a counselor can be a difficult and frustrating process but it's worth the effort if you find the right match. My goal is to create an environment that you feel safe to share your story and the thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. I believe the counseling process is about YOU - at this point - on the timeline of your life's journey. My desire is to help you process and alleviate your emotional distress so you may discover a sense of clarity, freedom & renewed outlook on your life and relationships. www.restorecounsel.com
Finding a counselor can be a difficult and frustrating process but it's worth the effort if you find the right match. My goal is to create an environment that you feel safe to share your story and the thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. I believe the counseling process is about YOU - at this point - on the timeline of your life's journey. My desire is to help you process and alleviate your emotional distress so you may discover a sense of clarity, freedom & renewed outlook on your life and relationships. www.restorecounsel.com
Melissa Slatzer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or facing life's challenging moments? Come work with me for guidance towards a path of healing, growth, and resilience. Melissa believes in a holistic approach to healing, recognizing that the mind, body, and spirit are interconnected. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in a person-centered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, which empowers people to understand and transform their thought patterns, creating positive changes in behavior and emotions.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or facing life's challenging moments? Come work with me for guidance towards a path of healing, growth, and resilience. Melissa believes in a holistic approach to healing, recognizing that the mind, body, and spirit are interconnected. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in a person-centered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, which empowers people to understand and transform their thought patterns, creating positive changes in behavior and emotions.
Heather is an experienced Master's-level Clinical Mental Health Therapist (LPCC) providing individual therapy and has a passion for working in integrated health. She has a special interest in working with marginalized populations, including individuals within the LGBTQIA+ population.
Heather is an experienced Master's-level Clinical Mental Health Therapist (LPCC) providing individual therapy and has a passion for working in integrated health. She has a special interest in working with marginalized populations, including individuals within the LGBTQIA+ population.
Amber Bentley
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230 (Online Only)
I am licensed in the state of Ohio as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Social Work from the University of Rio Grande and a Master’s of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University with a specialization in Crisis and Trauma. I work with adults addressing substance use/addiction issues and mental health concerns. My areas of experience include,anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, substance use/addiction concerns and couples/marital counseling. I also have experience in facilitating both substance use/addiction and mental health grou
I am licensed in the state of Ohio as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Social Work from the University of Rio Grande and a Master’s of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University with a specialization in Crisis and Trauma. I work with adults addressing substance use/addiction issues and mental health concerns. My areas of experience include,anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, substance use/addiction concerns and couples/marital counseling. I also have experience in facilitating both substance use/addiction and mental health grou
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.
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.
Matt Dunatchik
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43230
*Please email me for faster response time.* I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Dayton. I have worked in college counseling as well as with adolescents in an Intensive Outpatient Program. I'm a graduate of the Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio. I work with teenagers and adults as well as parents and families. I believe we all have the capacity to change and to experience the fullness of life and will meet you wherever you are on your journey with compassion, empathy, and an understanding that healthy change is possible.
*Please email me for faster response time.* I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Dayton. I have worked in college counseling as well as with adolescents in an Intensive Outpatient Program. I'm a graduate of the Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio. I work with teenagers and adults as well as parents and families. I believe we all have the capacity to change and to experience the fullness of life and will meet you wherever you are on your journey with compassion, empathy, and an understanding that healthy change is possible.
Do you struggle with feelings of sadness and unease? Find that you don’t enjoy the activities you used to love? Have difficulty focusing and accomplishing everyday tasks? Often feel misunderstood and as if others don’t get you? want to feel connected to others, but become overwhelmed in social situations? Let’s explore the origin of these obstacles increase self-awareness, develop skills to manage and achieve an improved sense of well-being.
Do you struggle with feelings of sadness and unease? Find that you don’t enjoy the activities you used to love? Have difficulty focusing and accomplishing everyday tasks? Often feel misunderstood and as if others don’t get you? want to feel connected to others, but become overwhelmed in social situations? Let’s explore the origin of these obstacles increase self-awareness, develop skills to manage and achieve an improved sense of well-being.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.