Here to provide guidance and hold space as you shift the paradigm and awaken the healer within. Calling out the oppressive systems which cause dis-ease (including an oppressive mental health system) in order to build a community of folk invested in personal and collective healing. [Read More]

I believe in building a relationship with my clients where they feel safe and accepted, yet challenged and empowered to grow. People seek therapy when they are struggling in a current relationship, or are having trouble relating to a partner in a mentally healthy way. When we realize that we choose everything we say or do, then we have the power to make choices to have the quality relationships we desire. I help my clients make the choices needed to have happy relationships. [Read More]

I honor all individuals who have chosen to embark on a journey of self-improvement. Therapy can be a tremendously rewarding and enlightening experience leading to life-long changes in thoughts, behavior, and interpersonal relationships. We will work together to develop several short-term, specific, measurable, action-oriented, and realistic goals. I view myself as the expert on human behavior and an agent to facilitate change. But, as a team, I rely on you as the expert on your life and to give me feedback on what is or is not working for you. Together, we move toward your goals. [Read More]

I am a licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings. As an art therapist, I strive to find a creative way to connect with clients, and support them in developing more effective means of communication, self-expression, independent coping skills, growth, and self-esteem. I also utilize EMDR to assist in treating the impact of various traumatic life events and beliefs. I value an eclectic, trauma-informed approach, and believe that a unique plan is necessary and important in helping each individual meet their own goals. [Read More]

Hello! You’ve made the first step by logging on. Are you anxious and overwhelmed? Feeling down? In a time where face to face communication is less and less frequent, it is extremely beneficial to be supported and witnessed by another human being. Whether you are struggling with depression or looking for a new perspective, therapy can help. Take your time and find the therapist that is right for you! [Read More]

You don’t feel like you are enough. In fact, sometimes you think if you were just a different person, things would be better. Confidence is fleeting. You feel uncomfortable in your own skin. Your thoughts are plagued by what others think of you and you are riddled with guilt for just about everything. You long for a relationship that is fulfilling and/or fears keep you in the one you know you shouldn’t be in. Finding your voice and gaining a sense of self is possible. You can unleash yourself of negative relationship patterns too. [Read More]

If you are finding yourself in need of therapy then chances are searching for a new therapist may be feeling a bit daunting right now. Whether you are going through a significant life situation or if your distress seems to have caught you by surprise, I thought it would be helpful to share some highly likely topics of exploration that can be expected during our work together as a means to seeing the change you want to see – no matter what your desires for therapy may be: self-compassion; core emotions; boundaries; core beliefs about yourself; autonomy; vulnerability; self-worth; healthy relationships of all types; strengths. [Read More]

I am a DBT – LBC Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist, and use adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as other protocol-based interventions, to help clients manage intense emotions and change problematic behaviors. An ideal match for treatment here is someone who has already worked hard at other types of therapy and is frustrated that hard-earned insight hasn’t helped them change! Knowing WHY we do things is important; still, insight doesn’t always help change intense emotions, stop problem behaviors, or help us focus on life’s experiences. [Read More]

As both a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a variety of concerns. My goal is to meet you where you are at, and ensure that your experience in counseling is one that is both safe and comfortable. I want to be able to create a safe space filled with empathy and warmth. Together, in this space we can form a collaborative relationship that will work to access the barriers and patterns that exist as well as identify goals that will foster change and growth. [Read More]

When individuals are met with difficulties in their lives it is often difficult to ask for help. My mission is to provide the best treatment possible to the individuals who trust me with their care. I value working within a framework of multicultural awareness and feel strongly that individuals be engaged within the context of their background and world view. I am relationship-focused and incorporate many ways to work with people. In particular, I have a strong emphasis on mindfulness-based and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy interventions and from Sex Therapy practice. [Read More]

Dr. Joseph Austerman, DO is a child & adolescent psychiatry specialist in Cleveland, OH, and has been practicing for 17 years. He graduated from Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003 and specializes in child & adolescent psychiatry. [Read More]

I work with children, adolescents and adults. With children and adolescents, I do individual treatment and family consultation. The issues I work with include developmental concerns and adjustment problems, e.g., socialization, loss, divorce. I reinforce my work with children by strengthening parenting skills. I collaborate with schools as needed. My work with adults and the elderly includes life cycle issues, stress, depression and anxiety. [Read More]