Hello, I’m Kara Hicks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Florida, Missouri, and Ohio. As a licensed clinical social worker, I know that you want to be your BEST self in all aspects of your life. Isn’t that the ultimate goal? What steps do we take to get there? Well…let me help you with that. We will work together to identify the barriers that are preventing you from achieving that ultimate goal and identify steps to get you there. I can see the small steps even when you c...
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To me, therapy is the act of helping people learn to experience their emotions safely in the moment, to be truly present and their genuine selves as they go about their day. I work with people to bring awareness to the impact of the past, to make conscious the connections and patterns that inform our everyday experience so that they can decide whether they want to continue with them or if they want to try something new. Therapy is the practice of getting to know yourself and working out what’s b...
At TheraVault we believe all clients should be treated with respect and receive high quality care. Our clinicians provide quality care while being compassionate, understanding and supportive....
Charlie Health is a virtual mental health program for adolescents and young adults with moderate or severe mental health concerns or co-occurring substance use disorders. Designed to meet the needs of those who require more than weekly therapy, our program combines curated group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy into personalized treatment programs. We are helping to serve those who are in crisis, or have been historically underserved, by eliminating the most significant trea...
If your life had a resumé, “chameleon” would be at the top. You’re so good at figuring out others’ needs, they’d never suspect that you have them too. If you were honest with yourself, though, you’d admit how stressful it is to live for other people. You’re terrified you’ll lose relationships if you speak up or say no. Your energy is drained or you feel resentful. You’re exhausted from wondering if others like you or approve of you. If you make choices that disappoint others, you feel guilty and...
Meet Jessica Torres, MA, LPCC, NCC, CCTP – a dynamic counselor extraordinaire with a passion for healing and growth! Jessica's journey into the world of mental health began with a Masters’ Degree in Counselor Education, honing her skills in Clinical Mental Counseling at the esteemed University of Toledo. But her quest for knowledge didn't stop there. Prior to joining forces with Julia Burrow, MD & Associates, she delved into the heart of community mental health, focusing on the wellbeing of c...
We believe that life is a journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance, which leads to your freedom. We travel many paths, which will guide us to a discovery of our most intimate self. However, the stops we make can impede our progress affecting our mental and physical health. The traumatic experiences we encounter on our paths may bring tragedies, sufferings, low self-esteem, hopelessness and fear, which results in poor mental and physical health. It is crucial for us to stop and assess the im...
Empowered Healing is a practice that is built on the belief that healing is possible. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, or depression, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. We would consider it an honor to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life....
Are you struggling with anxiety? Feeling stressed? Having trouble in your relationships? Having difficulty coping with change or loss or grief? I help people who are struggling with change, anxiety, and stress to better navigate these struggles and manage their emotions and thoughts more effectively. I also help people who are having issues in their relationships to better navigate their relationships and improve their communication skills. When people have had a loss and are experiencing grief,...
Sanctuary of Hope is a private practice offering specialized counseling services to women. We offer a focus geared toward helping women achieve their wellness journey goals. Some areas of special focus include individual counseling, relationship issues, parenting concerns, enneagram interests, attachment, and family systems. We use an eclectic approach so that each client receives an individualized approach that best fits their needs....
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor based in Northwest Ohio. I am passionate about creating a space to help people sit with and sort through life’s challenges in a way that feels authentic and supportive but most of all, feels guided to help you reach your fullest potential. I have always been a helper. For me, I feel most fulfilled when I am serving others. I always share that I have spent many hours on both sides of the therapy couch, which inspired my journey to become a men...
Navigating adult living can be challenging on many levels. You want to remain independent, all while noticing no one really prepared you for how isolating and overwhelming that can be. You value depth in relationships and you're thinking long term into your future, but you're not sure what path to walk. I've been providing therapy to teens and adults for 14 years, navigating this life along side you. I utilize discussion on how our thoughts and emotions are interconnected with our life choice...
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unsure what to do next, it's time to get empowered. You're capable of so much more than you know. Let's turn your pain and uncertainty into growth you never thought possible. In solution-focused therapy, we work together to create a life that's worth celebrating. We can't change difficult events from the past, but the lessons they hold are keys to becoming who we're meant to be. I love witnessing clients achieve their purpose in daily life. In t...
Have things been building and building ... and it feels like you might need to address them before they burst? Perhaps the challenges you are facing are tied back to a specific experience in your past, or maybe you're not even sure where they originated... but you know you need support to overcome them. Are you tired of acting like you’ve got it “all together”? Are you living the life you imagined for yourself? Do you feel stressed by the chaos of daily college life and struggle to find calm...
My practice focuses on trauma, eating disorders and life transitions; while also working with more general presentations of anxiety, depression, mood swings, impulsivity, grief and loss, emotional regulation, and self-view. I value diversity and will encourage your personal identities; understanding that individual identity impacts our experiences. As we navigate our lives, we develop beliefs about ourself through our experiences. These beliefs have powerful effects on our sense of belongin...
CLE Counseling and Wellness Center is located in Westlake, Ohio but also offers telehealth services. Our office offers not only counseling, but also yoga, Reiki, and Tai-Chi. We accept most insurances as well as self-pay options. Our interns are able to provider lower sliding scale rates....
Our priority is helping you find the solution that works best for you, by listening carefully and asking the right questions before working with you to create a tailored plan to address your needs. We genuinely care about people and use the modalities and techniques that work best for the individual. We work with a wide variety of people with an even wider variety of needs. We both do a lot of work with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, LGBTQIA challenges, and aging or life transition issues. ...