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Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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What’s up , my name is Mia Ferrell I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been providing therapy over 12 years. I am licensed Ohio and Missouri. In my free time I enjoy music, watching crime shows and spending time with my family. I am committed to helping others overcome life’s challenges a...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·4 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I am a therapist licensed in Ohio with over 3 years of experience working in community mental health settings and supporting individuals with various levels of needs. I hold a Master's in Social Work from Saint Louis University. I have worked with individuals facing a wide range of concerns, includi...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hello, Im David Kovalchick, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor LPCC in Ohio and a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider LPCMHSP designation in Tennessee. With extensive experience in community mental health, I have the privilege of helping individuals navigate a...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hi! I'm Laura, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Masters from the Hawaii Pacific University and have been practicing for 8 years. I specialize in providing support and guidance to children, teens, young adults, adults, and their families facing challenges related to depression,...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.88
·8 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello, my name is Monique Brown. I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC III) in the state of Ohio. I earned my MEd in Counseling Psychology from Youngstown State University. I have been working in the counseling field ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.86
·14 reviews
Julia was very professional, understanding and easy to talk to.Click to read more
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist in Ohio and South Carolina with over 23 years of therapeutic experience and education in the mental health field. I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University Campu...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·4 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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I am Brandalyn Kemp, a family and marriage counselor with over 10 years of experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety and depression. I have worked with individuals, couples and families in community and private practice. I am licensed in Ohio and Georgia. I love...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello, my name is ROBB Johnson, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor (LISW-S) practicing therapy in Ohio. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Indiana University. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with a range of mental health challenges. With expertise in address...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hi I obtained my LISW in 2017 and am passionate about helping others navigate challenging issues in their lives while supporting them to be the best versions of themselves. In 2011 I graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelor of Arts and majored in Social Work. I then went on to pursue m...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Are you searching? Not sure what you are searching for? Do you feel you are missing something in your life? Are you wondering who you are and what your next steps should be? I have been there! My name is Angela, and I value authenticity, empathy, and self-awareness in myself and in those I speak wit...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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With over 10 years of experience working with children and youth, I am passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and valued. I understand that trust is the foundation of meaningful therapy, and I prioritize building strong, authentic relationships that he...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Life is challenging for all of us at times. I’m glad you’re here, taking the steps necessary to care for yourself. I am Valerie Rutherford, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S) in Ohio since 2006. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, navigating a life transition, or ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.82
·11 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Ever feel like therapy is just… not for you? Perfect! I love working with the therapy-resistant, the therapy-naive, and even the therapy-savvy (yes, even therapists need therapists!). I'm known for my direct, no-nonsense approach. Consider me your co-pilot on this journey of self-discovery. We'll bo...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in drug use disorders ·
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I have obtained a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Michigan in 2003; later, I earned my Licensed Independent Social Worker with a Supervisor designation (LISW-S). Carter, as I like to be called, completed a three-year ministry program where I earned a diploma from Cornerst...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Sometimes life is hard. Do you find yourself struggling to find your way? Maybe trauma, depression, anxiety, a major mental illness, or a substance use disorder is standing in your way to a comfortable, successful life. As Rumi reminds us, "When you start to walk on the way, the way appears." I am h...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·10 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Ohio and also licensed in Texas. I earned my Master's in Counseling from Amberton University and am a Baylor University alumnae. With 18 years of experience, I help teens and young adults struggling with mental, emotional, and social stress ex...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·17 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I am an LCSW in the state of CT and LISW in the state of OH. I specialize in person centered approaches rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques which include, mindfulness and strength-based methods. These approaches will allow us to create a safe space to explore your emotions by bui...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hello, I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who graduated with a master's degree in 2016 from Youngstown State University. I have over nine years of experience working with both children and adults to address and improve their mental wellness. My passion lies in building strong therapeutic relatio...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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As marriage and family therapist, I help adults who are looking to strengthen their connections, increase their intimacy, and improve their communication with others. It is common to get stuck in patterns that don’t serve us and as a therapist trained in relational and systemic therapy, I help peopl...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.89
·87 reviews
Great communication and my significant other and I thoroughly enjoyed our session! - Mar 5, 2024 by Paris W.Click to read more
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Marcus Jones is a results-driven therapist who assists individuals in managing symptoms of mental illness, maintaining sobriety, resolving motivations for self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, and improving relationships. When individuals come to treatment, they have taken a courageous step toward ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hello! I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S) based in Ohio, with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I received my Masters degree from Case Western Reserve University and have been practicing social work for eight years. Throughout my career, I have had the pri...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.83
·6 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits ·
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hi, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Ohio. I earned my Master's in Counseling from the University of Akron. I have worked in various clinical settings, including community mental health centers, hospitals, and private practice. I provide assessments, treatment planning, and i...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.95
·21 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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I'm Alia, a therapist with 20 years' experience. I've worked with adults navigating anxiety, depression, religious trauma and other trauma, relationship issues, abuse, emotional issues, religious trauma, and more. I have specialty training in religious trauma. My core focus is self-reclamation: faci...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.75
·4 reviews
so kind - Dec 22, 2022 by Ashlee M.Click to read more
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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Hello, I'm Shannon Smith, a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. I hold a Master of Science and Social Administration with a focus on adult mental health from Case Western Reserve University. I have 10 years of experience in the mental health field and a compr...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·10 reviews
Extremely pleased with my first visit. Very professional and very understanding.Click to read more
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Hello, I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with over 9 years of experience. I hold a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Central Connecticut State University. I am trauma certified and DBT-focused, dedicated to helping diverse individuals who suffer from traumatic events, PTSD, per...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am an Independently Licensed Social Worker (LISW) who graduated with my MSW in 2017. My internship with a children's hospital led to full time employment as an emergency social worker for 6 years. I practiced at a community mental health agency for 1.5 years working primarily with moms and parents...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·13 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hi there, I'm glad you're here. I can only imagine how many anxious thoughts you've had to move past just to get to this point. All of the words to how you feel, jumbled up into a noisy ball in your mind. People talk about self-care, and you've tried your best to practice this, but yet the stress a...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating emotional challenges, self-doubt, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and direct, providing a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and encouraged to explore n...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience providing behavioral and mental health support across diverse populations, with passion for helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I bring a traumainformed, strengthsbased approach to my work, focusing on safety, c...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·8 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) who obtained my master's degree in social work (MSW) from the University of Connecticut in 2013. I started my career in child welfare and animal-assisted therapy and now work with adults ranging from college age to geriatric. The main focus of my prac...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.29
·7 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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Hello! I admire your courage to begin the counseling process. I have over 12 years of experience working with people who are on the journey to being the best version of themselves. I hold a Master's in Counseling from Bowling Green State University. I strive to give clients practical skills to help...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·5 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Welcome to the House of Transformation Therapy Services LLC! You may ask why House of Transformation? After years in the IT world I transitioned into the addiction and MH field following a calling from my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in my middle age. My acceptance of Jesus Christ, began my interna...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·5 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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The most courageous thing we can do is embrace our own stories. It is in the choice to embrace that we discover our strengths, weaknesses, and quirks that allow us to live our most authentic lives. We must be aware that the journey is not always pleasing. Some twists and turns will be scary, but eve...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Have you been avoiding therapy because you were worried about being judged or finding a good fit for your unique needs? You’re safe here, you matter here, your experiences are valid here. Members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people involved in ethical non-monogamy/polyamory, practitioners of divers...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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I am licensed as a clinical social worker in Ohio, Maine, California, and Wyoming, with 9 years of clinical work experience. I got my MSW from The Ohio State University, specializing in mental health treatment. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abu...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hello My name is Hannah, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker, with a masters degree in social work. I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2022 before relocating back to Columbus, Ohio. Since returning, I have served as a therapist in a communitybased agency. While in this role, I d...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I have been a therapist for about 10 years. My background is primarily in the healthcare field. I have treated all age ranges as well as some couple and families. I embrace the idea of being able to help someone in need through therapy. I like the ability to be flexible with my time while focusing o...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
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I’m a non-binary, queer therapist with three years of experience supporting adults and adolescents as they navigate life’s challenges and growth. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and in eating disorders, creating a therapy space where every identity and body is celebrated. As a Heal...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Columbus, OH
In-network · Optum
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am empathetic, as I believe all counselors are, but my life experience has given me an immense capacity for compassion. I have a knack for seeing the whole picture when I talk to someone, which helps me identify a path to change and then guide and support them on whatever path they choose. I am o...Click to read more
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