EMDR Therapists in Wapakoneta, OH
Making the decision to find help is hard enough. That is why my goal in counseling is to create a place where you feel safe enough to tell your story. I am Olena Sowers, LPCC, and while I work with many concerns, I specialize in trauma and PTSD and EMDR. I have worked with a variety of client concerns, from anxiety, foster care and adoption to addiction, family conflict, anger, and others. I specialize in trauma and PTSD and am trained in EMDR. I have experience working with individuals who survived physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect, assault, first responders, veterans, motor vehicle accident victims, and many more.
Making the decision to find help is hard enough. That is why my goal in counseling is to create a place where you feel safe enough to tell your story. I am Olena Sowers, LPCC, and while I work with many concerns, I specialize in trauma and PTSD and EMDR. I have worked with a variety of client concerns, from anxiety, foster care and adoption to addiction, family conflict, anger, and others. I specialize in trauma and PTSD and am trained in EMDR. I have experience working with individuals who survived physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect, assault, first responders, veterans, motor vehicle accident victims, and many more.
As a prior combat vet I have a thorough understanding and knowledge of PTSD and today's Innovative treatment of EMDR.
My name is MJ and I have spent the last 10 years in Mental Health and Social Work practice. I've worked in organizations such as Children's Services, a Behavioral Specialist for Headstart, private practice counseling and I am a retired vetran of the Air Force Security Forces.
As a prior combat vet I have a thorough understanding and knowledge of PTSD and today's Innovative treatment of EMDR.
My name is MJ and I have spent the last 10 years in Mental Health and Social Work practice. I've worked in organizations such as Children's Services, a Behavioral Specialist for Headstart, private practice counseling and I am a retired vetran of the Air Force Security Forces.
Welcome! We are currently accepting new patients at our Wapakoneta office, and we are honored to take part in your Progress toward whole health. Progress is the area’s leading confidential private practice comprised of a team of expert counseling professionals trained in the industry's top evidence-based treatment methods. Our providers are dedicated to serving individuals, couples, and families in Auglaize and surrounding counties. Over 14 years of experience helping patients reach their goals through gold-standard treatment protocols including CBT, DBT, ACT, and more.
Welcome! We are currently accepting new patients at our Wapakoneta office, and we are honored to take part in your Progress toward whole health. Progress is the area’s leading confidential private practice comprised of a team of expert counseling professionals trained in the industry's top evidence-based treatment methods. Our providers are dedicated to serving individuals, couples, and families in Auglaize and surrounding counties. Over 14 years of experience helping patients reach their goals through gold-standard treatment protocols including CBT, DBT, ACT, and more.
Ashley Hinkle
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LCDCIII
Verified Verified
Wapakoneta, OH 45895 (Online Only)
Do you ever struggle with depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction relationships and/or stress management? I utilize a person centered and client focused approach to help you navigate life. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for us to work on your therapeutic goals to get you feeling better and becoming the best version of yourself. I have been working in the mental health and community behavioral health fields since 2014. I became a therapist because I love to help others and I find it to be a great privilege to be a part of someone's journey to healing.
Do you ever struggle with depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction relationships and/or stress management? I utilize a person centered and client focused approach to help you navigate life. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for us to work on your therapeutic goals to get you feeling better and becoming the best version of yourself. I have been working in the mental health and community behavioral health fields since 2014. I became a therapist because I love to help others and I find it to be a great privilege to be a part of someone's journey to healing.
WellSpace Therapeutics
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Hello! My name is Amy Krites, I am the founder and owner of WellSpace Therapeutics. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and have been providing therapy for individuals in some capacity for over 20 years. I enjoy working with people of all ages who are struggling and need some help to work through their issues. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental, confidential environment for people can work towards their goals in therapy. I have been a victim's advocate, worked with people aged 60+, private practice counseling, as well as a counselor for people who struggle with addiction.
Hello! My name is Amy Krites, I am the founder and owner of WellSpace Therapeutics. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and have been providing therapy for individuals in some capacity for over 20 years. I enjoy working with people of all ages who are struggling and need some help to work through their issues. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental, confidential environment for people can work towards their goals in therapy. I have been a victim's advocate, worked with people aged 60+, private practice counseling, as well as a counselor for people who struggle with addiction.
Online Therapists
Dr. Stefanie Day
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43210 (Online Only)
I use Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing ( EMDR), & psychoeducation.
Here’s what I know for sure: you have amazing skills, abilities, & strengths that got you through every stage of life. If you are considering counseling now it might be because you feel like you need a few more ideas, techniques, or interventions to get you where you want to be. I know you are an expert in you & I am an expert in counseling. Our partnership can make this stage of struggle & strife more manageable, allowing you to grow into the person you want to be.
I use Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing ( EMDR), & psychoeducation.
Here’s what I know for sure: you have amazing skills, abilities, & strengths that got you through every stage of life. If you are considering counseling now it might be because you feel like you need a few more ideas, techniques, or interventions to get you where you want to be. I know you are an expert in you & I am an expert in counseling. Our partnership can make this stage of struggle & strife more manageable, allowing you to grow into the person you want to be.
I am an EMDR certified therapist which is a trauma informed modality.
I work with clients who have concerns with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, anger, grief, loss, relationship conflicts, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, spirituality, couples and family issues. I work to bring hope and wholeness so clients can live their best life and achieve the goals they desire.
I am an EMDR certified therapist which is a trauma informed modality.
I work with clients who have concerns with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, anger, grief, loss, relationship conflicts, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, spirituality, couples and family issues. I work to bring hope and wholeness so clients can live their best life and achieve the goals they desire.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, EMDR, cognitive processing therapy and exposure and response prevention to help my clients to achieve their goals.
Is negative body image running your life? Maybe you’ve had disordered eating habits for months or years and now you’re wondering whether you could ever feel “normal” around food again. Maybe you’ve been through difficult life experiences in the past and your body continues to respond as if they're happening in the present.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, EMDR, cognitive processing therapy and exposure and response prevention to help my clients to achieve their goals.
Is negative body image running your life? Maybe you’ve had disordered eating habits for months or years and now you’re wondering whether you could ever feel “normal” around food again. Maybe you’ve been through difficult life experiences in the past and your body continues to respond as if they're happening in the present.
Dr. Liz McClure
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Blue Ash, OH 45242
CBT and EMDR are successful EB therapeutic approaches for adolescents and adults to heal from trauma, build healthy coping skills, and develop healthy cognitions to promote a more positive life.
Dr. McClure works with teens and adults to help uncover your potential to be the person you desire to become in your life. While we cannot change the past nor control future events we can work to change your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to develop a more positive outlook of your life. I assist you in building healthy problem solving skills and change unhealthy patterns of thinking to feel better and have better relationships. Accepting New Clients or Virtual meetings.
CBT and EMDR are successful EB therapeutic approaches for adolescents and adults to heal from trauma, build healthy coping skills, and develop healthy cognitions to promote a more positive life.
Dr. McClure works with teens and adults to help uncover your potential to be the person you desire to become in your life. While we cannot change the past nor control future events we can work to change your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to develop a more positive outlook of your life. I assist you in building healthy problem solving skills and change unhealthy patterns of thinking to feel better and have better relationships. Accepting New Clients or Virtual meetings.
Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC
Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDC, CTTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gahanna, OH 43230
Our therapists are trained in trauma informed care protocols, including EMDR, IFS, DBT skills, iREST, Somatic Experiencing, ACT and CBT.
Imagine Recovery Counseling prioritizes trauma and somatic healing for mental health, substance use, and behavioral concerns. We serve adults over the age of 18 and specialize in EMDR, SE, and couples counseling services to address trauma related issues. We welcome clients with a variety of MH issues and strive to serve as an ally to unserved populations (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Military and First Responders, and Neurodivergent). To learn more about us and read our bios, please visit our website! www.imaginerecoverycounseling.com We are all accepting clients for daytime hours! Email us directly and we will respond within 24 hours!
Our therapists are trained in trauma informed care protocols, including EMDR, IFS, DBT skills, iREST, Somatic Experiencing, ACT and CBT.
Imagine Recovery Counseling prioritizes trauma and somatic healing for mental health, substance use, and behavioral concerns. We serve adults over the age of 18 and specialize in EMDR, SE, and couples counseling services to address trauma related issues. We welcome clients with a variety of MH issues and strive to serve as an ally to unserved populations (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Military and First Responders, and Neurodivergent). To learn more about us and read our bios, please visit our website! www.imaginerecoverycounseling.com We are all accepting clients for daytime hours! Email us directly and we will respond within 24 hours!
S. Lee Tepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
I use a combination of approaches including Gender Affirming Care, CBT, EMDR, DBT techniques, Strength’s Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Working collaboratively with clients and using a person-centered approach to therapy is central to the care I provide to all clients. I have robust experience and enjoy working with individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, experience substance use addiction, poly/kink populations, young adults, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and (C)PTSD. As my client, you can expect a confidential, collaborative, and healthy working relationship to best meet your unique goals.
I use a combination of approaches including Gender Affirming Care, CBT, EMDR, DBT techniques, Strength’s Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Working collaboratively with clients and using a person-centered approach to therapy is central to the care I provide to all clients. I have robust experience and enjoy working with individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, experience substance use addiction, poly/kink populations, young adults, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and (C)PTSD. As my client, you can expect a confidential, collaborative, and healthy working relationship to best meet your unique goals.
For clients struggling with trauma and anxiety, I integrate EMDR, a highly effective therapy technique that focuses on reprocessing traumatic memories and fostering emotional healing.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief and anxiety. Grief can be a complex and challenging process, and I provide a supportive and nurturing space for clients to explore their emotions, find meaning in their loss, and gradually heal. Anxiety is another area of expertise, and I assist individuals in understanding the underlying causes of their anxiety and developing practical tools to manage and reduce its impact on their daily lives. I provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment where clients can explore their fears, develop self-compassion, and cultivate resilience.
For clients struggling with trauma and anxiety, I integrate EMDR, a highly effective therapy technique that focuses on reprocessing traumatic memories and fostering emotional healing.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief and anxiety. Grief can be a complex and challenging process, and I provide a supportive and nurturing space for clients to explore their emotions, find meaning in their loss, and gradually heal. Anxiety is another area of expertise, and I assist individuals in understanding the underlying causes of their anxiety and developing practical tools to manage and reduce its impact on their daily lives. I provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment where clients can explore their fears, develop self-compassion, and cultivate resilience.
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, and am an EMDR (a type of trauma therapy) provider.
As a seasoned psychotherapist I work collaboratively with clients to achieve their therapy goals, gain deeper insight into their issues, patterns, and challenges, identify strengths and resources, and learn effective skills to overcome life's challenges.
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, and am an EMDR (a type of trauma therapy) provider.
As a seasoned psychotherapist I work collaboratively with clients to achieve their therapy goals, gain deeper insight into their issues, patterns, and challenges, identify strengths and resources, and learn effective skills to overcome life's challenges.
Erin Pritchard: EMDR Intensives | Sex Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Dublin, OH 43017 (Online Only)
I look forward to supporting your healing journey with EMDR, IFS, or sex therapy.
You’re insightful, high-achieving, and place value on your health, relationships, & personal growth. Things are good, but you know they can be better. You've been in therapy before & come as far as you can "just talking about it." You’re ready to dig deeper & experience profound change. I work with clients to treat underlying causes of anxiety, low self esteem, trauma and PTSD, sexual dysfunction, & relationship concerns. I love facilitating this process with Intensive EMDR therapy. My clients are ready for change & don't want to spend years in therapy to get it. Most of my clients reach their goals in just 3-12 Intensive sessions.
I look forward to supporting your healing journey with EMDR, IFS, or sex therapy.
You’re insightful, high-achieving, and place value on your health, relationships, & personal growth. Things are good, but you know they can be better. You've been in therapy before & come as far as you can "just talking about it." You’re ready to dig deeper & experience profound change. I work with clients to treat underlying causes of anxiety, low self esteem, trauma and PTSD, sexual dysfunction, & relationship concerns. I love facilitating this process with Intensive EMDR therapy. My clients are ready for change & don't want to spend years in therapy to get it. Most of my clients reach their goals in just 3-12 Intensive sessions.
Anessa Gilbride
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tipp City, OH 45371
Waitlist for new clients
I've had extensive training in various modalities, including traditional talk therapy, trauma-informed and trauma-focused therapy, CBT, play and sand therapy, and am EMDR trained as well.
—Current Waiting List at this time! Taking the leap to begin therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide a caring, accepting environment for my clients to feel safe, valued and heard. Through compassion, I approach counseling by viewing each client as an individual, investing time to understand what shapes them and their stories. My collaborative style invites my clients to be partners in identifying and reaching goals in their journey to change.
I've had extensive training in various modalities, including traditional talk therapy, trauma-informed and trauma-focused therapy, CBT, play and sand therapy, and am EMDR trained as well.
—Current Waiting List at this time! Taking the leap to begin therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide a caring, accepting environment for my clients to feel safe, valued and heard. Through compassion, I approach counseling by viewing each client as an individual, investing time to understand what shapes them and their stories. My collaborative style invites my clients to be partners in identifying and reaching goals in their journey to change.
Britney Banyas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gahanna, OH 43230
I specialize in using eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy, mindfulness based cognitive therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment to help you work toward healing, empowerment, and reaching client-centered goals. I believe in treating the whole person, using mind-body approaches to treatment. I work with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, traumatic birth, and pregnancy loss.
I specialize in using eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy, mindfulness based cognitive therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment to help you work toward healing, empowerment, and reaching client-centered goals. I believe in treating the whole person, using mind-body approaches to treatment. I work with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, traumatic birth, and pregnancy loss.
James Sean Okolica
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45429 (Online Only)
Some techniques I use include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s being afraid and doing it anyway because it needs doing. Thank you for having the courage to do the work. Psychotherapists generally see you one hour per week. You are the one doing the work for the other 167 hours. You are the expert on your life. Psychotherapists may know a few skills you don’t. Psychotherapy is about working collaboratively to help with the problems you want to address. Common, normal issues include anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship skills, or facing past trauma.
Some techniques I use include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s being afraid and doing it anyway because it needs doing. Thank you for having the courage to do the work. Psychotherapists generally see you one hour per week. You are the one doing the work for the other 167 hours. You are the expert on your life. Psychotherapists may know a few skills you don’t. Psychotherapy is about working collaboratively to help with the problems you want to address. Common, normal issues include anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship skills, or facing past trauma.
Emily Riggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, RYT
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45458 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping high-achieving, perfectionistic women feel empowered to make changes to help them hope, heal, and live wholeheartedly. I specialize in grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. I work with a variety of therapeutic models and skills, including EMDR, DBT, and ACT, to best come alongside my clients on their unique journeys.
I am passionate about helping high-achieving, perfectionistic women feel empowered to make changes to help them hope, heal, and live wholeheartedly. I specialize in grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. I work with a variety of therapeutic models and skills, including EMDR, DBT, and ACT, to best come alongside my clients on their unique journeys.
I utilize: cognitive behavior therapy, talk therapy, supportive therapy, family systems theory, love and logic parenting theory, art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and dialectical behavior therapy in my work.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. My main areas of interest and experience include: behavior problems, crisis support, developmental disabilities, ADHD, anger management, depression, grief, trauma, abuse, anxiety, low self- esteem, divorce, and parenting skills/education. Prior to private practice, I worked with substance abuse, homelessness,case-management, provided intensive home-community based therapy, engaged in school- based counseling, managed and provided therapy within a partial hospitalization program with in an alternative behavior school, and frequented the courts and hospitals.
I utilize: cognitive behavior therapy, talk therapy, supportive therapy, family systems theory, love and logic parenting theory, art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and dialectical behavior therapy in my work.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. My main areas of interest and experience include: behavior problems, crisis support, developmental disabilities, ADHD, anger management, depression, grief, trauma, abuse, anxiety, low self- esteem, divorce, and parenting skills/education. Prior to private practice, I worked with substance abuse, homelessness,case-management, provided intensive home-community based therapy, engaged in school- based counseling, managed and provided therapy within a partial hospitalization program with in an alternative behavior school, and frequented the courts and hospitals.
Caroline M. Sanders
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CCTP, EMDR, CGCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Online Only)
I am also trained in EMDR and DBT.
My ideal client are women who are highly motivated and ready to make a change so they can live their very best life! Change can be hard but I believe a strong, therapeutic alliance and supportive environment will help put you on the path to living a more meaningful life. I am particularly passionate about helping women navigate life challenges and relationship difficulties so they can live fulfilling and meaningful lives. I combine my experience, knowledge and personalized approach to help you meet your goals and overcome many of life's obstacles. My job is to empower you to live your very best life!
I am also trained in EMDR and DBT.
My ideal client are women who are highly motivated and ready to make a change so they can live their very best life! Change can be hard but I believe a strong, therapeutic alliance and supportive environment will help put you on the path to living a more meaningful life. I am particularly passionate about helping women navigate life challenges and relationship difficulties so they can live fulfilling and meaningful lives. I combine my experience, knowledge and personalized approach to help you meet your goals and overcome many of life's obstacles. My job is to empower you to live your very best life!
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Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.