Emotionally Focused Therapists in Rocky River, OH
As a licensed therapist in both California and Ohio, I am honored to be a trusted guide on the journey towards healing and growth. I specialize in providing individual therapy for adults who are struggling with developmental trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and relationship distress. I draw from a variety of modalities and frameworks, including Interpersonal Neurobiology, EMDR, Compassionate Inquiry, mindfulness, DBT, and CBT, to tailor my approach to each unique client. In addition, I am specialized in working with couples utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and Systems Theory modalities.
As a licensed therapist in both California and Ohio, I am honored to be a trusted guide on the journey towards healing and growth. I specialize in providing individual therapy for adults who are struggling with developmental trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and relationship distress. I draw from a variety of modalities and frameworks, including Interpersonal Neurobiology, EMDR, Compassionate Inquiry, mindfulness, DBT, and CBT, to tailor my approach to each unique client. In addition, I am specialized in working with couples utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and Systems Theory modalities.
Wild Rose Counseling and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, CHT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116
You feel like you might never trust again. Your most intimate partner betrayed you and you are stuck wondering how you will recover. You do not have to navigate the messiness of infidelity alone. Or maybe you have suffered an unspeakable loss. You have tried to navigating the storms of healing alone & feel stuck. Sometimes our emotions are too big to feel alone. You are ready to feel empowered, reconnected to yourself. Maybe you are a mom who has lost herself in the roles of motherhood, craving a moment of feeling like yourself again. Guilt, fatigue, worry, sadness, anger, sometimes it is too much to feel.
You feel like you might never trust again. Your most intimate partner betrayed you and you are stuck wondering how you will recover. You do not have to navigate the messiness of infidelity alone. Or maybe you have suffered an unspeakable loss. You have tried to navigating the storms of healing alone & feel stuck. Sometimes our emotions are too big to feel alone. You are ready to feel empowered, reconnected to yourself. Maybe you are a mom who has lost herself in the roles of motherhood, craving a moment of feeling like yourself again. Guilt, fatigue, worry, sadness, anger, sometimes it is too much to feel.
As a clinician, my ultimate goal for my clients is to make therapy more inviting and safe. I take a very relational approach, placing a high priority on building trust and rapport with my clients. I love working with clients who may have not had great experiences with therapy in the past, and enjoy taking on the responsibility of making therapy less scary and overwhelming. It is through this therapeutic relationship that I believe true healing can begin. I hope to work together with my clients to find solutions and set goals that best meet the outcomes they are looking to achieve.
As a clinician, my ultimate goal for my clients is to make therapy more inviting and safe. I take a very relational approach, placing a high priority on building trust and rapport with my clients. I love working with clients who may have not had great experiences with therapy in the past, and enjoy taking on the responsibility of making therapy less scary and overwhelming. It is through this therapeutic relationship that I believe true healing can begin. I hope to work together with my clients to find solutions and set goals that best meet the outcomes they are looking to achieve.
Jeff Goad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116
I am a sex-positive and trauma-informed therapist who helps people navigate a wide range of complex issues. I believe that everyone deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to talk about the things that matter to them. Some issues I commonly work with are trauma, sex and sexuality, sexual shame, stigmatized sexual identities, fetishes and kinks, relationship communication, healing from infidelity, consensual non-monogamy, gender expression and identity, body image issues, self-esteem, and coping with anger, anxiety, and depression.
I am a sex-positive and trauma-informed therapist who helps people navigate a wide range of complex issues. I believe that everyone deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to talk about the things that matter to them. Some issues I commonly work with are trauma, sex and sexuality, sexual shame, stigmatized sexual identities, fetishes and kinks, relationship communication, healing from infidelity, consensual non-monogamy, gender expression and identity, body image issues, self-esteem, and coping with anger, anxiety, and depression.
Sometimes we just need our own space—a space to process, explore, and challenge ourselves to learn and grow from our situations. My goal is to help people develop new insight and understanding of their experiences and make changes that allow for a happier, healthier version of oneself. I place a lot of value on the therapeutic relationship—it has the power to help and heal. I strive to create a space where people feel safe and accepted, so they can dig deep and make change happen.
Sometimes we just need our own space—a space to process, explore, and challenge ourselves to learn and grow from our situations. My goal is to help people develop new insight and understanding of their experiences and make changes that allow for a happier, healthier version of oneself. I place a lot of value on the therapeutic relationship—it has the power to help and heal. I strive to create a space where people feel safe and accepted, so they can dig deep and make change happen.
Many women experience emotional challenges that manifest as anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. These symptoms may appear suddenly or over time in response to a major life occurrence. My niche clinical practice focuses on women's issues- particularly within the areas of loss and grief, physical and sexual trauma, and maternal mental health. My experience as a grief and trauma therapist services women who experience emotional and behavioral issues in response to miscarriage, infertility, postpartum depression, and other women’s issues that involve mood disorders, anxiety and decreased relationship satisfaction.
Many women experience emotional challenges that manifest as anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. These symptoms may appear suddenly or over time in response to a major life occurrence. My niche clinical practice focuses on women's issues- particularly within the areas of loss and grief, physical and sexual trauma, and maternal mental health. My experience as a grief and trauma therapist services women who experience emotional and behavioral issues in response to miscarriage, infertility, postpartum depression, and other women’s issues that involve mood disorders, anxiety and decreased relationship satisfaction.
Elizabeth Anthony
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Rocky River, OH 44116
There are times when it seems life will unravel if you look too closely at the circumstances and parts of yourself you’ve worked hard to ignore. Yet, the life you’ve curated has become untenable. You’re faced with a choice: withstand this vague, nagging sense of anxiety and disconnection or find a way to explore the possibility of something new. I believe we all have within us the capacity to lead rich, meaningful lives.
There are times when it seems life will unravel if you look too closely at the circumstances and parts of yourself you’ve worked hard to ignore. Yet, the life you’ve curated has become untenable. You’re faced with a choice: withstand this vague, nagging sense of anxiety and disconnection or find a way to explore the possibility of something new. I believe we all have within us the capacity to lead rich, meaningful lives.
It's my goal to help you find happiness again. I want to help you navigate and improve the difficulties and challenges you might be facing in your personal life and in your relationships. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to help people achieve their personal goals such as balance, peace of mind and happiness. My approach, as an integrative, heart centered therapist, draws from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional tools and techniques. This allows us to tailor a specialized plan that meets your individual needs to work toward achieving results.
It's my goal to help you find happiness again. I want to help you navigate and improve the difficulties and challenges you might be facing in your personal life and in your relationships. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to help people achieve their personal goals such as balance, peace of mind and happiness. My approach, as an integrative, heart centered therapist, draws from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional tools and techniques. This allows us to tailor a specialized plan that meets your individual needs to work toward achieving results.
Victoria Voeung
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116
Life is a beautiful journey - but also one that can become challenging and hard. Are you struggling to work through big life transitions? Has depression or anxiety been weighing you down? Are you stuck in cycles you want to break? If so, you're not alone. Life's twists and turns can sometimes leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck in a rut. But it's important to remember that there is support available to help you navigate through these challenging times!
Life is a beautiful journey - but also one that can become challenging and hard. Are you struggling to work through big life transitions? Has depression or anxiety been weighing you down? Are you stuck in cycles you want to break? If so, you're not alone. Life's twists and turns can sometimes leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck in a rut. But it's important to remember that there is support available to help you navigate through these challenging times!
Todd Esterburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116
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.
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.
Caleb Folkerts
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, CCTP, CCFP, CMIP, CDBT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
Hope starts here! Caleb is a master of the therapeutic arts who skillfully guides his clients through the twists and turns of the human psyche. His compassionate and intuitive approach helps clients find clarity and empowerment as they navigate life's challenges. Caleb's ability to connect with clients on a deep level is truly remarkable, and his dedication to helping them achieve their goals is nothing short of inspiring. If you're looking for a therapist who can help you unlock your full potential, Caleb is your guy!
Hope starts here! Caleb is a master of the therapeutic arts who skillfully guides his clients through the twists and turns of the human psyche. His compassionate and intuitive approach helps clients find clarity and empowerment as they navigate life's challenges. Caleb's ability to connect with clients on a deep level is truly remarkable, and his dedication to helping them achieve their goals is nothing short of inspiring. If you're looking for a therapist who can help you unlock your full potential, Caleb is your guy!
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Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom (Viktor Frankl). Joe is a relatable connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout his time in the field. He passionately believes that relationships are powerful, especially the therapy relationship. Specializing in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, and spiritual crisis, Joe provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Existential Therapies. Possessing a contagious sense of humor, Joe has helped many clients rediscover laughter in life.
Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom (Viktor Frankl). Joe is a relatable connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout his time in the field. He passionately believes that relationships are powerful, especially the therapy relationship. Specializing in the treatment of grief, anxiety, depression, and spiritual crisis, Joe provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Existential Therapies. Possessing a contagious sense of humor, Joe has helped many clients rediscover laughter in life.
Bradley Justice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well (Alfred Adler). Brad is, above all, an active listener in his work with clients. Mutual trust is the key to true change in the therapeutic journey and that comes from truly being heard and understood. When you see Brad for therapy, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, Brad understands that finding the right therapist isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. He truly values the time, trust, and journey of each client he services. Every therapy session is a learning opportunity with a new chance for growth.
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well (Alfred Adler). Brad is, above all, an active listener in his work with clients. Mutual trust is the key to true change in the therapeutic journey and that comes from truly being heard and understood. When you see Brad for therapy, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, Brad understands that finding the right therapist isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. He truly values the time, trust, and journey of each client he services. Every therapy session is a learning opportunity with a new chance for growth.
It's okay to not be okay (Anonymous). Jen is an empathic connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout her time in the field. She passionately believes in holding space for each unique client she works with. Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, Jen provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered Therapies. She possesses an authentic desire to truly understand the heart and mind. This, combined with an internal drive to constantly learn, grow, and adapt within the therapy relationship, enables Jen to provide a curated experience for each individual she serves.
It's okay to not be okay (Anonymous). Jen is an empathic connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout her time in the field. She passionately believes in holding space for each unique client she works with. Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, Jen provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered Therapies. She possesses an authentic desire to truly understand the heart and mind. This, combined with an internal drive to constantly learn, grow, and adapt within the therapy relationship, enables Jen to provide a curated experience for each individual she serves.
Taylor Mason
Pre-Licensed Professional, CT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
I realize that if I were stable, prudent and static; I'd live in death. Therefore I accept confusion, uncertainty, fear and emotional ups and downs; because that's the price I'm willing to pay for a fluid, perplexed and exciting life (Carl Rogers). Taylor is an empathic connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout her time in the field. She passionately believes that empathy is the foundation of meaningful therapy. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, depression, and anxiety, Taylor provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Trauma-Informed, Multicultural, and Person-Centered modalities.
I realize that if I were stable, prudent and static; I'd live in death. Therefore I accept confusion, uncertainty, fear and emotional ups and downs; because that's the price I'm willing to pay for a fluid, perplexed and exciting life (Carl Rogers). Taylor is an empathic connector who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout her time in the field. She passionately believes that empathy is the foundation of meaningful therapy. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, depression, and anxiety, Taylor provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Trauma-Informed, Multicultural, and Person-Centered modalities.
Veronica Fabec
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet, listening of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know (Carl Rogers). Veronica is here to listen. She passionately focuses on creating a safe place for people to feel comfortable making healthy changes in their lives. As a native Spanish speaker, she is an empathic, open-minded helper focused on truly hearing English- or Spanish-speaking clients. Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, Veronica provides catered treatment, primarily channeled through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet, listening of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know (Carl Rogers). Veronica is here to listen. She passionately focuses on creating a safe place for people to feel comfortable making healthy changes in their lives. As a native Spanish speaker, she is an empathic, open-minded helper focused on truly hearing English- or Spanish-speaking clients. Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, Veronica provides catered treatment, primarily channeled through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Arianna Music
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, EMDR-T, CCTP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change (Carl Rogers). Arianna is an empathic helper who has worked with many different diagnoses. She passionately believes that empathic connection is most-valuable to healthy healing and growth. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD, Arianna provides person-centered treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies. Arianna is focused on creating a space that is safe and free of judgment. This leads to learning, trying new things, and healing.
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change (Carl Rogers). Arianna is an empathic helper who has worked with many different diagnoses. She passionately believes that empathic connection is most-valuable to healthy healing and growth. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD, Arianna provides person-centered treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies. Arianna is focused on creating a space that is safe and free of judgment. This leads to learning, trying new things, and healing.
Michael Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
What you think is what you say. What you say is what you do. What you do continually becomes your habit. Your habits create your character; your character determines your destiny (Jeremy Anderson). Michael Wilson is a compassionate connector skilled in the art of therapy over his six years of experience aiding clients in achieving their mental health goals. To Michael, trust is crucial to the healing process. To that end, he approaches each session with a genuine and empathic desire to connect. When you're in session with Michael, you have his undivided attention. Bridging the gap between individuals and social change is his core.
What you think is what you say. What you say is what you do. What you do continually becomes your habit. Your habits create your character; your character determines your destiny (Jeremy Anderson). Michael Wilson is a compassionate connector skilled in the art of therapy over his six years of experience aiding clients in achieving their mental health goals. To Michael, trust is crucial to the healing process. To that end, he approaches each session with a genuine and empathic desire to connect. When you're in session with Michael, you have his undivided attention. Bridging the gap between individuals and social change is his core.
Cornerstone Behavioral Health
LPCC-S, CCTP, CCFP, CDBT, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
Hope starts here. Are you feeling sad or stressed? Do you experience mood swings but don't really know why? Maybe you've been withdrawing from family, friends, or activities that used to breathe light into your life. If you have been feeling depressed, have found yourself more angry or hostile than normal, or suffer from low energy or problems sleeping, you may have an untreated mental health issue. Mental health impacts your way of thinking, relating to others, and overall quality of life. Many issues have been identified and defined including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), etc. You don't have to suffer anymore.
Hope starts here. Are you feeling sad or stressed? Do you experience mood swings but don't really know why? Maybe you've been withdrawing from family, friends, or activities that used to breathe light into your life. If you have been feeling depressed, have found yourself more angry or hostile than normal, or suffer from low energy or problems sleeping, you may have an untreated mental health issue. Mental health impacts your way of thinking, relating to others, and overall quality of life. Many issues have been identified and defined including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), etc. You don't have to suffer anymore.
Samantha Chadwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116 (Online Only)
Change what you can, manage what you can't (Raymond McCauley). Samantha is a compassionate helper who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout her three years of experience in mental health. She passionately believes that every person is unique and requires a unique approach. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, and Borderline Personality Disorder, Samantha provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies. Samantha is a connector, focusing on helping as many people as she can while reducing mental health stigma and driving for change.
Change what you can, manage what you can't (Raymond McCauley). Samantha is a compassionate helper who has worked with many different diagnoses throughout her three years of experience in mental health. She passionately believes that every person is unique and requires a unique approach. Specializing in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, and Borderline Personality Disorder, Samantha provides eclectic treatment, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies. Samantha is a connector, focusing on helping as many people as she can while reducing mental health stigma and driving for change.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.