Relationship Issues Therapists in Lakewood, OH

Accepting new clients in Tennessee and Ohio! Will be credentialed with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee in August 2024! I’m Emily and I work with teens and adults, navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, gender exploration, neurodivergence, relationships, self-worth, sexuality, and trauma. As a queer identifying person, I am passionate about helping individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, with specialized experience in transgender and nonbinary care. I have specific experience writing letters of support for transgender and nonbinary clients seeking Hormone Replacement Therapy and/or gender affirming surgery.

Hello! I am a clinical social worker specializing in self-compassion, empowerment, and trauma informed practices. I have experience working with survivors of domestic and sexual abuse as well as over 5 years of experience working in reproductive healthcare. My areas of treatment include anxiety; life transitions; OCD; Borderline Personality Disorder; pre and post abortion counseling; domestic and sexual violence; harm reduction; gender identity and sexuality; eating disorders; and body dysmorphia.

Are you looking to overcome a particular problem, feel less depressed or anxious, improve your relationships with others, or better cope with every day struggles that life can bring? We all pass through different seasons in our life, and occasionally we get stuck in a certain season that leaves us unhappy, dissatisfied, conflicted or worried. Sometimes learning a few new tools that help us change the way we think can dramatically change the way we feel, moving us forward again. Finding peace and joy is an important part of our journey toward better physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellness.

Hello and welcome! If you’re reading this, you may be tired of struggling alone, overwhelmed with life stress, noticing that anxiety is taking over your life, or not finding happiness where you once did. As someone who knows just how heavy struggling alone can be, I want to say I’m glad you’re here! We can bear this weight together. My therapeutic style is collaborative, compassionate, and empathetic. I use a variety of therapy techniques pulled from Mindfulness-Based CBT, narrative, person-centered, and strength-based therapy. I recognize that not everything works for everyone. Let's find what works for you together!

"The only thing constant is change." Life is full of moments that require major adjustments to how we live, think, and act in the world. These times of adjustment can often be stressful, even painful. On the other hand, there exists enormous opportunity for growth during these times of change.

In spite of your best efforts, life can sometimes overwhelm you. Whether problems are recent or longstanding, I can help. My 20 years in the profession has afforded me knowledge and experience with a broad range of issues. My practice emphasizes the resolution to everyday problems. We will explore obstacles to growth and development and uncover inner strengths that can be applied to personal and professional relationships.

As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I work with clients with a variety of concerns. Clients who work with me desire to grow and learn individually and interpersonally. I work with concerns from individual to professional to relational issues, including mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, and trauma. In addition, my background in special education allows me to address further parent-child and child-education issues, including those with special needs. I am also trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing).

The weight of being alive, alone, hopeless, or stuck can feel unbearable or suffocating. Often we may feel that we know where we'd like to be in life, but don't know how to get there, or maybe we don't see a future at all. How does one overcome this sense of dread, or make sense from meaninglessness? It is my hope through authentic connections with others, we can discover what it means for each of us to live fully, thoroughly, and well. Conversations begin in an environment in which clients can feel safe, heard, and free to be themselves.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing at Grow Well Cleveland, LLC under the supervision of Holly Hengartner, LPCC-S. I am a graduate of Cleveland State University, and earned my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I believe therapeutic counseling offers space for those seeking to make intentional changes in their life. Committed to providing specific care for each individual's unique needs, I connect and meet my clients where they are, supporting the vulnerable moments that the process can create. My work with clients has an eclectic, strengths based, "here and now" theoretical framework.

I have been providing mental health and addiction treatment to individuals for 16 years. I specialize in co-occurring disorders ie. addiction and mental health conditions as well as the wide range of issues that tend to go along with addiction, such as but not limited to trauma, domestic violence and spirituality. Specific areas of focus are depression, anxiety, bi-polar, adjustment disorders, stress management, learning good self care, codependence and grief.

Currently offering teletherapy/in-person. Clients are met where they are and tackle concerns by utilizing personal strengths and wellness practice. Clients who work with me desire to grow internally, professionally, interpersonally, and physically. I work with concerns ranging from academic/professional issues, transition & self-growth to anxiety, depression, and developmental issues. In addition clients come for couples and family concerns and always receive affirmative, culturally-responsive counseling. LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and others marginalized by society are affirmed, celebrated, and honored on their journey toward liberation.

Through our diverse journey in life there are stories related to managing daily living situations and events. Stress may occur around individuals, couples, families, addiction, health, work, or school situations. These stressors can come in all directions which has a ripple effect on daily life functions and emotional wellbeing.

Everyone deserves the chance to heal and become their best self. I want to help support you on that journey. Together we will see the challenging impacts on your life and how those are showing up for you today. I want to help you rediscover your voice and help you remember that you are enough. I believe in an empowerment lens and use that in my approach when working with individuals. I am identity-affirming and trauma-informed in my practice.

I believe in the power of self-discovery and personal growth. Navigating the complexities of adolescence and adulthood can be challenging. I specialize in working with individuals in this critical life stage, providing guidance, support, and a compassionate space for self-exploration. Specializing in trauma-informed care, I work with clients to address a range of concerns, including: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, and Women's Issues. By utilizing proven therapeutic techniques, I aim to provide effective and tailored interventions for individuals seeking support.

The environment I strive to create in counseling is one of unconditional acceptance, authenticity, and compassion. My approach to counseling comes from the Existential school of thought. Together and without judgment we can explore difficult topics like the feeling of meaninglessness of existence, the impermanence of all, and the anxiety that comes from our freedom to be the authors of our lives. The journey to find meaning and purpose in life can at times feel isolating, however you do not have to walk down that road alone.

My goal is to work with you using cognitive therapy to overcome the obstacles to improving your life.

I use a collaborative approach in understanding and appreciating each client's story, goals, and desire for change. While meeting with clients, I hope to support, educate and motivate so that health, wellness and a mindful approach can be utilized by clients as they move forward and live fully. My treatment philosophy includes providing a safe, open and confidential environment in which clients can discuss, learn and try out new ways of communicating and being in relationships, managing and living with a variety of mental/physical health issues, and fully realizing their goals and potential.

Change can be painful yet powerful when you are able to learn more about yourself and grow personally. I have 28 years experience in helping people to heal from grief & loss. I am a trained EMDR therapist, and have experience in many different areas: mood disorders, post-partum depression, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, stress and anger management, childhood trauma, and adoption issues, as well as helping people cope with medical issues. Additionally, I am trained in IADC--this helps address the deep sadness of loss, with the possibility of experiencing a deeper connection and/or experience with the deceased.

The majority of us experience difficulties in our lives, but the experiences themselves can be very personal and unique. The key principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (the impact that our feelings, thoughts, and actions have on each other) can be life changing when embraced. CBT teaches us to be better stewards of ourselves and allows us to take charge of feeling better and maintaining our improvements after we've achieved them with our changed perspective and skill set. I’m an approachable professional who can help. I encourage you to call, text, or email me to see if we may be a good fit for your change process.