Therapists in Athens, OH
Parents have a big job as it is so when you have a child with some type of behavioral, emotional, or personality disorder, you need professional help. Don’t try to take it all on yourself. There are so many professional counselors in Athens that you should be able to find the perfect one easily.
Athens is a big college town and is well known for the Ohio University, which is a huge research university. Even after your children go away to college, they are susceptible to mental health disorders. In fact, that is when many issues first show themselves. So, find a therapist in Athens to talk to about your child and you can help them get through this tough time.
Jeffrey Owen
Clinician
License Type(s): M.S., L.P.C.C.
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
45 years offering treatment
Hi, my name is Jeff Owen. I support your decision to reach out for help, and I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in overcoming your current challenges. As difficult as these may be, my experiences over the years strengthen my confidence in the very significant accomplishments we may be able to achieve together. I am an independently Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio, with a graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling, and over 40 years of experience working with a broad spectrum of client concerns. My earliest professional experiences involved helping Vietnam combat veterans cope with severe, post-traumatic stress. In the years since, I have worked almost exclusively with adults between eighteen and eighty-five, grappling with a broad range of emotional difficulties, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, addiction recovery and relapse issues, difficult “life-stage” transitions, LGBTQ+ issues, geriatric concerns, and emotional, physical, and sexual trauma. Excited and encouraged by published documentation of effective work being done with trauma survivors and others by practitioners of regression therapy in the 1980s, I studied and received certification in clinical hypnotherapy in1992. Since then, I have enjoyed considerable success applying those techniques with carefully screened sufferers from trauma-related problems. My highest personal priority, and the foundation of all my therapeutic work, continues to be the creation of a safe, reliably supportive, healing space in which the client experiences unequivocal respect and unconditional acceptance. To that end, I believe an active dialogue, involving maximum therapist participation and authenticity, is essential from the outset. Once rapport has been established, I allow our ongoing interactions to build and strengthen our alliance, while confronting and systematically tackling obstacles to the attainment of more specific goals. As my personal style has evolved, I have become increasingly cognitive and didactic in my interventions, as it's been my experience that people report feeling most empowered when they understand the nature and implications of their difficulties. My approach is thoroughly grounded in humanistic philosophy and reflects the significant influences of Eriksonian and Jungian views on human development. Beyond that, in actual practice, I am eclectic, pragmatic, and flexible. Further, my recent decade of work with people in extreme crisis has prompted me to become increasingly trauma-focused and creative in combining cognitive-behavioral approaches with other modalities, as each client's unique needs demand. I know you wouldn't be here if it weren't for your considerable distress, but, even so, I sincerely believe it takes a great deal of courage to risk venturing outside your customary zone of familiarity and safety, to both seek relief and take the first steps of change toward a more fulfilling life. If you are ready to take those steps I am here to support and empower you.
Susan Csank
Clinician
License Type(s): LISW,LICDC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
23 years offering treatment
Hi ! Welcome to BetterHelp. I have been working at BetterHelp for the past 3 years providing individual mental health counseling. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor. I am grateful to say that I have worked in the field of mental health and addiction for 25 years, providing individual and group therapy. My approach to therapy is eclectic using models such as: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. I have also worked with family members and friends of people struggling with addiction and mental illness offering assistance with issue of codependency, communication and trauma. In our sessions I will be vigilant in providing a supportive environment to explore your concerns, your goals and possible solutions. I believe in offering education on learning and using healthy coping skills. It can be fearful reaching out for help however learning about yourself with guidance is exciting and worth it. I am looking forward to us working together! Specialties: Anxiety Depression Codependency Addictions Trauma and abuse Spirituality Also experienced in: Dealing with Guilt and Shame, Stress, Family issues, Women issues, Coping with life Changes Clinical approaches: Motivational interviewing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Trauma and abuse Years of experience: 25 Services offered Messaging Phone Video Licensing: LISWS I.0009897-S expires 11/21/2023 LICDC 981248 expires 09/13/2024
Hannah McManis
Clinician
License Type(s): LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionADHD
6 years offering treatment
Hello! I am a licensed professional clinical counselor who has been practicing for over 4 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ issues. In addition, I have helped clients with issues related to physical abuse and or emotional trauma. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe you have all the tools you need to work through this hard time in your life, you just need some guidance on how to use those tools. I believe in treating people with respect, being empathetic, and listening with open ears. I pride myself on being culturally sensitive and showing each client compassion. My counseling approach includes client centered, cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic, and psychodynamic. I will work to create a specific and individualized treatment plan just for you and your needs during our work together. Just by being here, you are already one step closer to relieving some of those unwanted feelings and emotions you have. It takes courage to seek help in a world where it is so stigmatized. You are on the path to positive change. Thank you for taking the time to read about me. I look forward to working with you!
Mary Beth Barbush-Kirila
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionADHD
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Ohio with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Alex Claussen
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Ohio with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Heather Showen
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Ohio and West Virginia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Stacy Mandato
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
13 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Ohio with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Michelle Evans
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC,CEDS-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesCoping with life changes
17 years offering treatment
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in multiple states, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), an Accredited Clinical Supervisor (ACS), as well as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor (CEDS-C) through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IADEP). Michelle has an extensive amount of experience working with eating disorders, anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Michelle is also highly experienced with assisting parents in navigating behavioral issues with their adolescent/teenager. Michelle enjoys utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) , Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Family Based Therapy (FBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Michelle is a stay at home mom caring for her kids and keeping her therapeutic skills sharp by carrying a caseload on BetterHelp! Michelle loves helping people, talking to people, and getting to know people better. Michelle tries to have therapy feel safe, warm and welcoming. If you have little ones at home with you, they are always welcome to be present during your session.
John Sabin
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
35 years offering treatment
I have been a clinical social worker and psychotherapist for 35 years. I have expertise with trauma, dissociation, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I am trained in dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and parts therapy. I believe you have the capacity to heal your emotional wounds, and I am honored to assist you in that process.
Lisa Belle
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am a licensed therapist in Ohio with 20 years of experience. I work with clients facing various issues, including depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also help clients cope with life changes. I have experience dealing with breast cancer survivors. My therapy style is warm and interactive, treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe you are the expert of your story and have strength to overcome challenges. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage, and I commend you for starting. If you're ready, I'm here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Athens?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Athens that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Athens available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Athens therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Athens therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Athens region and in the state of Ohio.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Athens can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Athens may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Athens offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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