Family Systems Therapists in Worthington, OH

My goal as your therapist is to hold a safe and confidential space for you to explore your unique experiences and find relief. I will help you identify your individual strengths to feel more confident in trusting yourself. If you have been to therapy before and felt like you did not make progress or receive enough feedback in sessions, then we would be a good match to work together. My therapeutic approach blends support and empathy with direct guidance and feedback to make identifiable progress in your sessions. With this approach, I can help you feel more supported and improve your quality of life.

I am a psychotherapist who is accepting new clients at my private practice in German Village. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My approach to therapy is genuine, authentic, and collaborative. Many of the clients I work with struggle with attachment related issues, are having difficulty navigating dating relationships, or are feeling unsatisfied or disconnected in their current relationships. I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapies and will use my knowledge and expertise, as well as compassion and warmth, to help you create the type of relationships that you desire.

Brene Brown wrote, "Every time we choose courage, we make everyone around us a little better & the world a little braver." I'm a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC-S) in Ohio. I obtained my M.Div in 2005 at Western Theological Seminary & spent 6 years as an Associate Pastor in Worthington, Ohio. I further obtained my MA in Counseling at Methodist Theological School in Ohio in 2011 & began work in counseling in June 2012 at the Center for Balanced Living. I obtained my Doctorate in May 2024. My therapeutic approach stems from work with talk therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, CBT and Internal Family Systems and EMDR.

Do you struggle with anxiety, panic, perfectionism, burnout, and a general sense of not being enough? Sometimes that looks like overworking, drowning in motherhood, or not being able to pin down exactly what doesn’t feel good in your life – just knowing that something is off. My deepest passion is helping women begin taking up space in their own life; typically that looks like a good balance of practicing new skills (setting boundaries, self-connection, communication, self-care, etc) while also exploring and healing deeply-held beliefs that make it difficult to do those skills on your own.

We may be a good fit if you struggle with relationship challenges, family of origin, people pleasing, a biting inner critic, self-worth, anxiety, life transitions, or mood management. I work with adult individuals, most of whom are women and/or LGBTQIA+ folx. My therapy style is informed by Internal Family Systems (level one trained), Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy (externship trained), and best practices in trauma treatment. Through gentle curiosity and candor, I help untangle harmful patterns, and strengthen habits based on your values.

Are you managing the demands of school, work, and family as you grapple with mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, and trauma? It can be overwhelming, because modern life does not slow down for us to repair our mental health and get back to optimal functioning. We often get stuck, just "getting by", suffering in silence. I keep a focus on helping clients quickly and effectively, while at the same time tailoring interventions to each client's unique lived experience.

I love helping people and I come with a very laid-back approach in wanting to help you where you're at, right now. We'll get to the messy stuff, and we'll work through it, but let's calm the storm Right Now. If you are looking for help right now, I'm here to help you, your children, and family move out of that storm. Therapy is a process, has a course it takes, and does not happen overnight, but I'll take the journey with you.

At Foundations Family Counseling it is our mission is to promote health and happiness for individuals and families in Central Ohio. We offer high-quality mental health and relationship counseling services that meet families' needs whether emotional, relational, or behavioral. We believe every individual and family has core values and beliefs that serve as the foundation upon which they build their lives. We help strengthen these values and beliefs because we understand that individuals and families with strong foundations are better equipped to handle stresses and hardship and are more likely to discover joy and personal satisfaction in life.

Deciding to attend therapy is a courageous act that can result in life altering and life affirming outcomes. I believe in providing a safe and supportive environment based on unconditional positive regard and focusing on personal strengths. Therapy is a process whereby clients have the opportunity to explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, and find out how to make changes toward a more fulfilling life. I see therapy as a collaborative process where I help clients identify therapy goals and establish their own measures of progress. Together we find and work toward solutions that can make life more rewarding.

Congratulations on taking action! Choosing a therapist can be difficult. It is important to find someone you can be comfortable talking to, you feel safe with, and most importantly, one who has the skills to help you.

I consider it a true honor to journey with clients through times of difficulty, pain, change, and growth. Whether you are facing internal struggles such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, or difficulties in marriage, family, or personal relationships, I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space to journey together and support you in your goals. Since many of our difficulties and struggles have roots in traumatic or overwhelming experiences, I work holistically with the body, mind, emotions, and soul, to help you process pain and work with existing patterns and cycles to try something new. There is hope and support for you here.

I welcome your courage in seeking a therapist. My priority is on creating a therapeutic relationship where we can develop a shared understanding of your concerns and goals. We will engage collaboratively to awaken your curiosity to better choose how you feel and act. I enjoy helping adults, children and students face a range of issues from relationships to periods of anxiety and depression. We will navigate the complexities of your life while improving relationships. Our work together will allow you to resolve the concern that brought you and provide you with new skills so you can better cope with problems in the future.

There are few professional relationships where trust, a commitment to openness, and creating a safe environment are more important than in the client/therapist dynamic. Finding the right therapist can be a difficult but essential feature in creating personal growth and fulfillment. It is my passionate belief that this working relationship between client and therapist is the foundation of successful treatment. I have over sixteen years of experience working with a broad and varied range of individuals struggling with a myriad of challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, isolation, sexuality, gender identity, and relationship issues.

I strongly believes that every individual is worthy of dignity and respect. I follow a person-centered collaborative approach when conducting therapy and seek to offer unconditional positive regard with all my clients. I can provide helpful tools to cope, build your awareness and knowledge of mental health concerns, give a safe nonjudgmental space to process thoughts and emotions, help reshape negative patterns of thought and behavior, build successful relationship, heal from past wounds, and provide appropriate and helpful resources.

I am a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience. I integrate multiple perspectives into your treatment so that I can tailor your experience to your specific needs and help you reach your goals. I believe therapy is a process that begins by establishing a compassionate, supportive, and collaborative treatment relationship. From here, we can gain an understanding of the factors (both past and present) which contribute to the current difficulties/obstacles in your life. We will then explore options for your growth and development.

I help clients with many different things: relationship issues, spiritual questions, and finding greater meaning in their lives, as well as trauma of all kinds, and difficulty with managing emotions, anxiety, and depression. I integrate many approaches that can help you build the connection to and confidence in your own inner guidance, including but not limited to: mindfulness, Integral Somatic Psychology (ISP), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Transforming Touch, EMDR, transpersonal psychology, Bodynamics, attachment repair, biodynamic cranio-sacral, and psychoeducation, as well as coaching and direct inquiry.

Hello, my name is Amanda Vanlaningham, LPCC, LIMFT and I am a professional counselor and family therapist. I have experience in working with families, adults and individuals in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief, and PTSD since 2014. I strive to meet my clients where they are as well as supporting them on their journey to reaching their personal goals through skill building, insight, and increasing self-awareness.

Has life been recently more difficult than usual? Or have you noticed your mental health beginning to be affected by daily tasks or obligations? Have you been feeling as though you don’t have anyone to speak to or who will listen? These are common questions we ask ourselves but don’t necessarily always have the solution for them. Life can be overwhelming at times and asking for help can seem daunting; but you deserve for your voice to be heard and your thoughts or feelings to be validated. No one should have to navigate life’s events alone, having a person in your corner can provide relief and support.

Approachable, warm-hearted LGBTQ+ identifying and affirming counselor and clinical supervisor with a passion for neurodivergence, religious trauma, and trauma-informed care with 14 years of experience.