Teletherapy for Ohio

You want a therapist who is passionate & loves people, who has multiple, not singular experiences, who believes in therapy enough to go themselves. I go as preventive medicine. Originally from NYC, have always had friends, associates, relationships with persons from every culture.  This has been extremely valuable in developing my clinical skills and ability to understand and help a wide variety of people from various backgrounds.  The next invaluable contribution to my clinical skills is my Mother, Elizabeth, who taught me, "Everyone I know knows something I don't."  This makes every single person of unique intrinsic value.

You probably don't know exactly when or how it happened, but the person next to you feels like a stranger. Maybe it started when the children came along, or maybe you're just now understanding that you weren't quite as compatible as you thought. You fight over the tiniest things, & it can get ugly so quickly; or you live in frozen silence, with invisible walls between you that sometimes seem impossible to get past. It feels like you barely touch or kiss, much less make love. Maybe one of you is thinking of, or actually having, an affair. How did it come to this? And where do you go now? It can all feel so hopeless and overwhelming.

Your story matters. Do you feel like you're stuck dealing with life stress, maybe crippling effects from a trauma that is making daily life harder to cope with? It can feel scary to reach out for help but finding the right therapist can make that journey feel less scary. At Free Spirit Counseling we work to make clients feel comfortable and connected during therapy which helps them to make the most progress. We have therapists who specialize in many areas of mental health and can meet any needs that you have.

Sometimes our own thoughts and feelings can just feel like too much. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to try and understand yourself. Therapy helps people that feel disconnected from themselves and their lives to heal and grow. A therapist can help you identify the triggers from you past and how they impact the present. Feeling more connected can help you feel better being you, and improve your relationships.

Whether you are looking for help with goal setting or would like an informed perspective because you are feeling stuck,I can help. ​ Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, relationship issues, anger, addictions, and self-esteem issues? Positive change and happiness are possible!  I am accepting Ohio patients. I am currently accepting Anthem or Medicaid, as well as self-pay.

As a REAL sports psychologist, I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. Being a competitive athlete helps me relate to other competitive people in sports or business. My primary focus is on confidence building and the elimination of performance anxiety. I use a 3 tiered approach to training: Perspective Training, Mental Skills Training, and Applied Settings (if applicable at a sporting location). I am the only professional to offer that kind of travel service. We also offer Coaching Certification Programs for those who are interested in teaching.

Being heard is powerful. When you’ve been struggling to find balance in your life or in your family nothing feels right and it is more difficult to find creative solutions to everyday problems. I provide empathetic, clinical strategies personally tailored to your needs to help you restore balance.

Relationships can be the source of our deepest joy or most profound pain. It is my passion to accompany couples and support them in the life-changing work of growing their relationship. Perhaps your life has gotten so busy that you’ve grown distant and feel like roommates? Maybe things have happened that have eroded your trust? Does your relationship lack the spark and intimacy you want? You don’t need to continue living with loneliness, frustration, and disconnection. I can help you learn new ways to communicate, understand, and bond with your partner to discover a new version of your relationship.

I have 43 years of experience in my field. The last twenty years have been focused on integrating the mind, body and spirit into my therapy. I owned a holistic health center for 16 years and firmly believe that a peaceful joyful existence can be achieved by positive thoughts, healthy behavior and a positive loving belief system. I encourage my clients to make peace with their past by mindfully choosing to accept how they developed as a result of their negative experiences

Are you ready to make some big changes, but you are in need of some extra challenge and support? My counseling focus and passion is in working with addiction, trauma, and ADHD in order to make positive and sustainable changes in your life. Any change is difficult, but learning new patterns is particularly strenuous, and I want to be able to provide you extra support in your journey to meet your goals. Whether you are brand new to counseling or starting over after multiple tries, let’s work together to explore what will work for you to live your best life.

Let's talk about grief, and loss! Have you had a major loss, a love one died, a relationship ended, loss a job/career, loss of trust, or good health? Have you experienced a traumatic event either for yourself or witnessed trauma to someone else? The Grief Recovery Method is an educational intervention that provides both group and one-on-one support to address losses of all kinds and especially includes the death of a loved one. The Grief Recovery Method can be offered as a one-on-one service or a group experience. EMDR is another supportive technique/therapy used to address traumatic life experiences and life anxieties and stresses.

I think I know why you are here. You are looking at my profile so I would bet you feel anxious, frustrated, maybe like you are “going crazy”! You are always stressed out and cannot shut your mind down. Maybe you are having difficulties with your partner. They just do not “hear” you! Sex is not what it used to be. All you do is argue and when you argue you do not accomplish anything except hurting each other. I get it! One good thing is you are trying to get help. The other good thing is I can help you. Give me a call or text 419.277.4355.

Are you experiencing anxiety? Are you sensitive and do you tend to give too much? I'll help you find solid solutions to anxiety, depression, panic, feelings of being stuck, past trauma, people-pleasing, self-sabotage and self-abandonment. Do you feel others sometimes take advantage of you? Are you an Empath? Are you ready to feel supported and confident in yourself? I can help you to set goals so you can begin to really love your life! I don't judge. I do my own therapy too because I trust in the therapeutic process. l will come along side you and guide you to your highest and best path!

Life can be an emotional roller coaster, and sometimes we feel stuck, out of control, or hopeless. We can feel inadequate and misunderstood.. What makes us successful are the coping skills we learn to use, the ability to set boundaries, and proper communication. Together, we will create a plan to address what’s holding you back, and at the same time enhance your strengths. I prefer to meet with my clients on a weekly basis, which is typically the most effective way for you to meet your treatment goals. The length of treatment varies with each individual or couple, which we can discuss together.

Something in your life isn’t working right now. Maybe it’s a close relationship where you don’t feel seen or understood. Maybe something happened that you can’t get out of your head, and every time your mind wanders back to it, you feel a tightening in your chest. Maybe you’re doing something that you know is holding you back, but you just can’t seem to stop. Whatever it is, something in your life is keeping you from feeling at peace and excited to wake up in the morning. Take a moment and think about what your day would look like if you felt seen in your relationships and free from trauma and addiction. Let's make that reality.

It’s fine. I'm fine. Everything is FINE! How many times have we said that to ourselves or others and deep down we know it isn't true? Sometimes it’s just easier to tell ourselves that rather than get to the root of the problem. Are you a highly functioning person who feels more anxious, unsettled, alone, frustrated, or empty than you’d like? Ongoing optimism, a growth-mindset, acceptance, and a nonjudgmental space help my clients move forward. I have previously worked with a diverse range of clients at Ohio Wesleyan University, in various public and private education roles, and in several corporate positions.

The clients who come to me are looking for more than someone to listen and nod. While being "heard" is an important component of counseling, clients experience the most growth when they are challenged to explore themselves and their relationships from more than surface level. I facilitate growth and change by identifying patterns. Do you wonder why you have patience for everyone except yourself or your partner? Do you find yourself getting triggered by seemingly insignificant interaction? Are you a perfectionist? People pleaser? Do you find that achievement of goals hasn't brought you the happiness that you thought it would?

Somehow, you’ve taken on more than your fair share again. How does this always seem to happen? It’s like they don’t notice- or care. It would be really nice to feel appreciated for a change, but you can’t remember the last time you even got so much as a thank you. Maybe things would be different if you could just communicate better… but how? Last time you tried that it turned into an argument and you walked away feeling frustrated, guilty and selfish for even saying anything. After all, aren’t you just being overly sensitive? “Just get over it”, you tell yourself for the hundredth time…

We all need support at different times in life. Many clients seek help when their current way of dealing with life's challenges no longer works. With a caring, non-judgmental & solution-focused approach, we will explore your issues, concerns and challenges in a safe environment. The most effective way to create change is to uncover root causes & start the healing from the deepest emotional level. Somatics and energy work offer a holistic solution encompassing body, mind, spirit, will & emotions. We combine the Core Energetics evolutionary process with Reiki energy treatments and coaching to help create a balance for clients.