Find a Therapist near Brecksville, OH

You’re doing the best you can, and it still feels like something’s missing. You don’t know what that something is, but you know when it was taken from you. I know because I’ve been there, and I want to help you. Starting with a new counselor is extremely difficult. I always tell clients that counseling is like a pair of jeans. If they don’t fit right, it will be uncomfortable. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Ohio, I use audio- and video-based treatment to reduce the impact of adverse life experiences, and to help busy survivors let go of the past and thrive in the future. Confidential, on-time, dedicated, and empathetic. I return calls and emails the day of. I start treatment with a brief overview of what’s going on, and we collaborate on goals. The time for difficult questions will come as we work toward building a trusting relationship. Together, we will learn more about how your unique experiences are impacting your body and your life. Then we will learn skills to stabilize things. When you’re ready, we will do some deeper work to untangle the past for a clearer future. I specialize in supporting people who are dedicated to healing from things they don’t talk about. I use whole-body treatment interventions to get to the core of where trauma is stored.

Accepting new clients! Clients come to me looking for a therapist who recognizes intimidation in asking for help because therapy should be a place where you feel seen and understood. Sessions with me are structured with resources and support. Together, we create resilience. And we always go at your pace, never pushing to a place you don’t feel ready to be. As an experienced independently licensed therapist, I believe in an evidence-based treatment approach. You don’t have to continue to feel you lost yourself, and you don’t have to do it alone. Call me today for an appointment or schedule a free 15 minute consultation on my website. I respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. I can’t wait to hear from you!

Being the victim of childhood trauma or narcissistic abuse can contribute to a wide range of physical, emotional, and psychological symptoms. It can also make it difficult for you to trust others and maintain healthy relationships. Trauma and abuse of this nature becomes stored in the body, and may result in you feeling triggered, and suffering from mood swings, depression, and perhaps even feelings of guilt or shame. I specialize in EMDR therapy to help you heal from trauma, narcissistic abuse, and the symptoms of depression and anxiety often associated with these conditions. I am certified in vagal toning and utilize a mind-body approach to healing that helps you identify where these triggers and emotions are felt in your body. I have 24 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I am a licensed psychologist, neuropsychological expert, certified brain health coach, and trauma therapist. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), and I am trained in clinical hypnosis through the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). My professional background includes 12 years of clinical experience in the family court system and in shelters for battered women and children. I am a former team member of the Epilepsy Unit of the Department of Neuroscience and Behavioral Medicine at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. For a decade, I conducted forensic neuropsychological evaluations of inmates in prison and testified in court about my findings. As a researcher, I have spent decades studying the manner in which brainwave patterns impact our thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and I have extensive experience helping individuals achieve peak performance by optimizing their brain functioning. I am a published author and speaker on topics related to brain functioning. I have television and news experience and have been featured as a psychological expert on multiple local and national news networks including FOX News. As a client of mine, you will have access to all of my online courses, programs, eBooks, guided meditations, brainwave audios, and hypnosis audios. I created these resources to help you recover from trauma, condition your thoughts, eliminate depression and anxiety, and rewire your brain for success and happiness.

Are you ready for meaningful change? I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore unresolved emotions, trauma, or relationship issues with safety and support. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, helping you find clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose. Sessions are conducted securely online via a HIPAA-compliant platform. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, grief, or life transitions, I'm here to help. Let’s take the first step together. Reach out today to begin your journey toward a more fulfilling life.

Do you feel like your nervous system is always “on”? Like your mind never really rests, your emotions swing fast and deep, and everyday life feels heavier than it should? Maybe you grew up in an environment that didn’t feel safe, predictable, or nurturing. Maybe you were the “mature” child, the invisible one, or the one who had to figure things out on your own. And later in life, you discovered you’re neurodivergent, which suddenly explained a lot, but also raised new questions about who you are and why things have always felt so hard. You might notice patterns of ending up in emotionally unavailable or abusive relationships. I work with adults who have childhood trauma and are late-diagnosed or self-identified as neurodivergent. My approach focuses on healing at the root through parts work, inner child healing, trauma-informed cognitive therapy, and guided experiential exercises. Together, we explore patterns, process stored trauma, and build internal safety and self-trust. You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. You don’t have to know exactly what’s wrong or how to explain it perfectly. If you’re tired of repeating painful patterns, carrying so much alone, and feeling disconnected from yourself, you’re not alone — support is possible, and I'm here for you.

I am a licensed professional counselor and have many years of experience working with teens, adults and elders struggling with inner conflicts, unresolved issues and emotional pain. I offer an inviting space that is free of judgment, where you can work through these issues and conflicts and to enhance your self-exploration. My therapeutic approaches are mindfulness based and are designed to help you gain insight into your life and important relationships. It is my goal to help you apply what you've learned while nurturing change and growth, so that you can experience greater balance and peace in your life.