Female Therapists in Miamiville, OH

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Freedom Bound Health Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Miamiville, OH 45147  (Online Only)
I'm looking forward to meeting you to discover how we can work together to discover ways to regain your balance in life! I have over thirty-five years of experience working with children and families as a Youth Minister, the last twelve years have been in community mental health. I am now trained and licensed to work with children as young as three and adults as old as ninety-two. Often using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we focus on thinking patterns and how they affect behavior. My favorite part is mindfulness training and spirituality, discovering YOUR life purpose.
I'm looking forward to meeting you to discover how we can work together to discover ways to regain your balance in life! I have over thirty-five years of experience working with children and families as a Youth Minister, the last twelve years have been in community mental health. I am now trained and licensed to work with children as young as three and adults as old as ninety-two. Often using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we focus on thinking patterns and how they affect behavior. My favorite part is mindfulness training and spirituality, discovering YOUR life purpose.
(513) 643-5370 View (513) 643-5370
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Maryellen Smolenski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Miamiville, OH 45147
Maryellen Smolenski holds a master's degree in social work from the University of Kentucky, a master's degree in expressive therapy from the University of Louisville and a bachelor's degree in art and psychology from Southern Connecticut State University. She has 40 years of clinical experience working in residential, in-patient and private practice with groups and individuals. She was an adjunct faculty member serving on thesis review committees, conducting graduate seminars and teaching classes in therapy practice with several local universities.
Maryellen Smolenski holds a master's degree in social work from the University of Kentucky, a master's degree in expressive therapy from the University of Louisville and a bachelor's degree in art and psychology from Southern Connecticut State University. She has 40 years of clinical experience working in residential, in-patient and private practice with groups and individuals. She was an adjunct faculty member serving on thesis review committees, conducting graduate seminars and teaching classes in therapy practice with several local universities.
(513) 436-6754 View (513) 436-6754
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Jessica McDermott
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LICDC, CDBT
Verified Verified
Miamiville, OH 45147
Jessica McDermott is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor, who has been practicing since 2017. She graduated from Xavier University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a major concentration of children in families from Miami University. Jessica believes in a solution-focused and person-centered approach to therapy. She utilizes motivational interviewing, ERP, CBT, and DBT techniques to support and challenge her patients.
Jessica McDermott is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor, who has been practicing since 2017. She graduated from Xavier University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a major concentration of children in families from Miami University. Jessica believes in a solution-focused and person-centered approach to therapy. She utilizes motivational interviewing, ERP, CBT, and DBT techniques to support and challenge her patients.
(513) 643-5577 View (513) 643-5577
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Bonnie Runions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Miamiville, OH 45147
I graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Addiction Counselor. I have worked in a variety of public and private treatment facility offering both mental health and addiction therapy. I use a combination of therapeutic approaches including: Client Centered, Solution Focused, Trauma-Based, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy, as well as others when indicated.
I graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Addiction Counselor. I have worked in a variety of public and private treatment facility offering both mental health and addiction therapy. I use a combination of therapeutic approaches including: Client Centered, Solution Focused, Trauma-Based, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy, as well as others when indicated.
(513) 822-4668 View (513) 822-4668
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Michele Fischer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Miamiville, OH 45147
Michele Fischer is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 1989. She has a BS in Psychology and an MSW. Michele specializes in TF-CBT, and Psychotherapy for Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Posttraumatic Stress DO. Clients she accepts can be children, adolescents and adults, individuals, or families. Life can be difficult, especially when going through change. Michele would like to help guide your mental health journey so you can learn how to manage the challenges life throws more successfully at you.
Michele Fischer is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 1989. She has a BS in Psychology and an MSW. Michele specializes in TF-CBT, and Psychotherapy for Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Posttraumatic Stress DO. Clients she accepts can be children, adolescents and adults, individuals, or families. Life can be difficult, especially when going through change. Michele would like to help guide your mental health journey so you can learn how to manage the challenges life throws more successfully at you.
(513) 654-1537 View (513) 654-1537

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Eva Cross
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
I enjoy working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem issues. Together, my clients and I explore how factors like societal expectations, relationships, employment, and culture influence how we show up for ourselves and others. I am passionate about demystifying the counseling process and providing education that empowers my clients to better understand their experiences.
I enjoy working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem issues. Together, my clients and I explore how factors like societal expectations, relationships, employment, and culture influence how we show up for ourselves and others. I am passionate about demystifying the counseling process and providing education that empowers my clients to better understand their experiences.
(513) 750-8925 View (513) 750-8925
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Annie Baxter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, OH 45140
Annie works primarily with women, couples and teens with anxiety, depression, and life adjustments.
At Renew, we provide a safe, caring space for clients seeking professional mental health counseling that remains faithful to their Christian beliefs. We seek to integrate Biblical principles into our clinical work to help clients grow, thrive and find true healing and hope. As a faith-based counseling center, we seek to meet each client where they are on their journey and walk gently and humbly with them through their trials. Our mission is to help clients “be transformed by the renewal of (their) mind” (Romans 12:2)
Annie works primarily with women, couples and teens with anxiety, depression, and life adjustments.
At Renew, we provide a safe, caring space for clients seeking professional mental health counseling that remains faithful to their Christian beliefs. We seek to integrate Biblical principles into our clinical work to help clients grow, thrive and find true healing and hope. As a faith-based counseling center, we seek to meet each client where they are on their journey and walk gently and humbly with them through their trials. Our mission is to help clients “be transformed by the renewal of (their) mind” (Romans 12:2)
(513) 845-3035 View (513) 845-3035
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Christine Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, OH 45150
Welcome! I'm Christine Newman, a licensed independent social worker specializing in the empowerment and support of individuals who consistently find themselves striving to meet the needs of those around them, often to the detriment of their own emotional and physical well-being. If you're struggling with sadness, anxiety, resentment, and poor boundaries in your relationships, I'm here to walk with you on your journey toward reduced anxiety, healthier connections, self-compassion, and an improved quality of life. You deserve the care and concern you so readily offer others!
Welcome! I'm Christine Newman, a licensed independent social worker specializing in the empowerment and support of individuals who consistently find themselves striving to meet the needs of those around them, often to the detriment of their own emotional and physical well-being. If you're struggling with sadness, anxiety, resentment, and poor boundaries in your relationships, I'm here to walk with you on your journey toward reduced anxiety, healthier connections, self-compassion, and an improved quality of life. You deserve the care and concern you so readily offer others!
(513) 463-1978 View (513) 463-1978
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Elizabeth Swan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, OH 45150
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, women's issues, life transitions, grief, and disordered. My clients will learn how to express their emotions and use effective coping skills to manage symptoms. I strive to provide a safe space where my clients feel heard, welcomed and can be open and say anything on their minds without judgment.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, women's issues, life transitions, grief, and disordered. My clients will learn how to express their emotions and use effective coping skills to manage symptoms. I strive to provide a safe space where my clients feel heard, welcomed and can be open and say anything on their minds without judgment.
(513) 845-3003 View (513) 845-3003
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Cindy Chizewick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LICSW, LICDC, MSW, GAMBp
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
The face of someone who looks for support-looks like mine. Sometimes it's struggling with anxiety or depression. Maybe diabetes and the toll the healthy management takes on your life. It could also look like a teen or young adult feeling stuck with so many opportunities in the world. It could look like someone who has lost their job or home and turned to Alcohol or gambling to ease the pain. Or someone who just can't shake things they may or may not label as TRAUMA in their lives. More important than any of these situations, is the question: How do we regain CONTROL over Happiness and OUR own lives?
The face of someone who looks for support-looks like mine. Sometimes it's struggling with anxiety or depression. Maybe diabetes and the toll the healthy management takes on your life. It could also look like a teen or young adult feeling stuck with so many opportunities in the world. It could look like someone who has lost their job or home and turned to Alcohol or gambling to ease the pain. Or someone who just can't shake things they may or may not label as TRAUMA in their lives. More important than any of these situations, is the question: How do we regain CONTROL over Happiness and OUR own lives?
(520) 317-2282 View (520) 317-2282
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Kristine Huiet (Hutchison)
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Simmes Township, OH 45140
I believe that everyone comes to therapy with a unique set of characteristics and experiences. I enjoy getting to know each person individually in order to learn their story and assist with maximizing their potential. Although I work with clients of all ages, I have significant experience with children and adolescents. I work closely with their parents throughout the therapeutic process in order to assist with making positive change in their lives.
I believe that everyone comes to therapy with a unique set of characteristics and experiences. I enjoy getting to know each person individually in order to learn their story and assist with maximizing their potential. Although I work with clients of all ages, I have significant experience with children and adolescents. I work closely with their parents throughout the therapeutic process in order to assist with making positive change in their lives.
(513) 854-2065 View (513) 854-2065
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Rebecca Sievers Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, OH 45150
My orientation is one of wellness and connection, helping people to identify obstacles while accessing their natural strengths to cultivate healing within themselves or their relationships. I have background in mindfulness, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (DBT/CBT), attachment, family and play therapies. I also hold certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trained with the EMDR Institute. The arts and nature can be integrated into session to deepen the work if desired. My office in old Milford has easy access to the abundant natural resources near the Little Miami River and trail.
My orientation is one of wellness and connection, helping people to identify obstacles while accessing their natural strengths to cultivate healing within themselves or their relationships. I have background in mindfulness, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (DBT/CBT), attachment, family and play therapies. I also hold certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trained with the EMDR Institute. The arts and nature can be integrated into session to deepen the work if desired. My office in old Milford has easy access to the abundant natural resources near the Little Miami River and trail.
(513) 434-6942 View (513) 434-6942
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Donna Hurd Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Loveland, OH 45140  (Online Only)
Emotional pain from childhood can affect many aspects of adulthood. You many feel that your past is: Compromising your ability to enjoy the present; Creating a disconnect from those around you; Causing you to please everyone but yourself; Contributing to generally unmothered, unsettled, and unhappy feelings. If this describes what you have been feeling, let's talk. I will help you make sense of those feelings in a very caring and understanding manner. We will find ways to help you move forward and enable you to appreciate who you are.
Emotional pain from childhood can affect many aspects of adulthood. You many feel that your past is: Compromising your ability to enjoy the present; Creating a disconnect from those around you; Causing you to please everyone but yourself; Contributing to generally unmothered, unsettled, and unhappy feelings. If this describes what you have been feeling, let's talk. I will help you make sense of those feelings in a very caring and understanding manner. We will find ways to help you move forward and enable you to appreciate who you are.
(513) 813-2172 View (513) 813-2172
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Inclusive Counseling
Counselor, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Simmes Township, OH 45140
We all travel our own unique journey. I am here to assist in unlocking your positive attributes, strengths, and abilities. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, abuse or trauma symptoms, relationship issues, low self worth, or grief? I can help you get relief from the symptoms that are disrupting your quality of life and often heal the underlying causes of your problems so you have greater peace, happiness, and ability to live your life.
We all travel our own unique journey. I am here to assist in unlocking your positive attributes, strengths, and abilities. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, abuse or trauma symptoms, relationship issues, low self worth, or grief? I can help you get relief from the symptoms that are disrupting your quality of life and often heal the underlying causes of your problems so you have greater peace, happiness, and ability to live your life.
(513) 951-6032 View (513) 951-6032
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Carol Fischer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
Are you looking for answers and cannot seem to move past problems that come up? I want to help you get past what needs to be left behind and move forward with confidence. I can help! Often anxiety, depression and PTSD symptoms can get in the way of your daily life and affect your happiness. I have strategies that I can offer to help you through these issues to achieve happiness and functioning at your highest level on a daily basis.
Are you looking for answers and cannot seem to move past problems that come up? I want to help you get past what needs to be left behind and move forward with confidence. I can help! Often anxiety, depression and PTSD symptoms can get in the way of your daily life and affect your happiness. I have strategies that I can offer to help you through these issues to achieve happiness and functioning at your highest level on a daily basis.
(513) 924-4434 View (513) 924-4434
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Dr. Julia A King
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, RYT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Simmes Township, OH 45140  (Online Only)
Anxiety has hijacked your life. You’re really good at imagining the worst case scenario. Your mind is excellent at anticipating the future, and at replaying things that have already happened. You question whether you are good enough and often feel self-conscious. You overthink everything. And your body buys in to this story – heart racing, shallow breathing, your stomach in knots. All of this worry is overwhelming. It impacts almost every aspect of your life. It prevents you from doing what you want to do, from living the way you want to live. Your life is becoming smaller and smaller … AND YOU’VE HAD ENOUGH.
Anxiety has hijacked your life. You’re really good at imagining the worst case scenario. Your mind is excellent at anticipating the future, and at replaying things that have already happened. You question whether you are good enough and often feel self-conscious. You overthink everything. And your body buys in to this story – heart racing, shallow breathing, your stomach in knots. All of this worry is overwhelming. It impacts almost every aspect of your life. It prevents you from doing what you want to do, from living the way you want to live. Your life is becoming smaller and smaller … AND YOU’VE HAD ENOUGH.
(614) 363-2904 View (614) 363-2904
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Sheryl Doan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
Life can be hard sometimes, and there are times where everything is a struggle. I get it and mental health matters. I truly love my work and consider it an honor to be in a growth journey with my clients. You want things to be better and I can help you (or you and your partner) get there. I also offer walk/talk options in a park like setting, which is a great method for healing and health.
Life can be hard sometimes, and there are times where everything is a struggle. I get it and mental health matters. I truly love my work and consider it an honor to be in a growth journey with my clients. You want things to be better and I can help you (or you and your partner) get there. I also offer walk/talk options in a park like setting, which is a great method for healing and health.
(513) 449-2882 View (513) 449-2882
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Allison McQueen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Simmes Township, OH 45140  (Online Only)
I am licensed in Ohio with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
I am licensed in Ohio with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
(380) 227-3674 View (380) 227-3674
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Jennifer Schmidt
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA-LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Simmes Township, OH 45140  (Online Only)
Struggling with stress, sadness, relationship problems? Feeling stuck and overwhelmed by difficult life situations or unresolved issues? Longing for a safe space to process life’s challenges, feel validated and find new solutions? My goal is to help guide you to a path for creating peace, stability, calmness and resolution in your life. I am here to help you understand issues, change patterns, increase perspectives on conflicts and find effective coping strategies. Increasing awareness and taking positive action will free you to grow, gain insight and feel more empowered in your own life.
Struggling with stress, sadness, relationship problems? Feeling stuck and overwhelmed by difficult life situations or unresolved issues? Longing for a safe space to process life’s challenges, feel validated and find new solutions? My goal is to help guide you to a path for creating peace, stability, calmness and resolution in your life. I am here to help you understand issues, change patterns, increase perspectives on conflicts and find effective coping strategies. Increasing awareness and taking positive action will free you to grow, gain insight and feel more empowered in your own life.
(513) 434-6015 View (513) 434-6015
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Kelsie McKinney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150  (Online Only)
Welcome to the first stop on your healing journey! I am so glad you're here. I'm Kelsie McKinney, a licensed independent social worker in the State of Ohio with over 8 years of experience providing psychotherapy. I specialize in treatment of anxiety and depression using cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients meet their personal mental health goals. I am also skilled at providing unbiased support to individuals going through any of life's many ups and downs. I find complete enjoyment in helping others be the best version of themselves. In my free time, I am the proud mama of a 4 year old little boy.
Welcome to the first stop on your healing journey! I am so glad you're here. I'm Kelsie McKinney, a licensed independent social worker in the State of Ohio with over 8 years of experience providing psychotherapy. I specialize in treatment of anxiety and depression using cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients meet their personal mental health goals. I am also skilled at providing unbiased support to individuals going through any of life's many ups and downs. I find complete enjoyment in helping others be the best version of themselves. In my free time, I am the proud mama of a 4 year old little boy.
(513) 756-3070 View (513) 756-3070

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.