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I have been on the other side of the couch and personally experienced some amazing therapists and helping professionals through my own journey with an eating disorder, anxiety and depression. I understand intimately how terrifying this process can be and conversely understand how incredibly life changing it can be. I do not look at what I do as a “job,” I see being a therapist as a lifestyle and therefore dedicate my time and energy to being present and focused on each client in session as well ...
In the beginning, clients typically tell me they can't stop thinking about food. They’re finding a large part of their day is dedicated to their next meal. They miss out on time with loved ones because the concern of what they will “be able” to eat is too strong. A lot of my clients find themselves in a dieting spiral. They “do good” for a while, and then they binge later, leading to feelings of shame and guilt. Most have heard confusing things about bodies throughout their lives. After some ha...
Welcome to Life-Changing Recovery@ Seeking addiction or mental health treatment and support?Through Vertava Health (formerly Addiction Campuses), we provide evidence-based and comprehensive care, with more options to get treatment – onsite or virtually – so you can achieve long-term success in recovery. How We Can Help: -Work toward recovery around your schedule -Experience various levels of care to set you up for long-term success -Receive ongoing support and accountability by joining a...
At Hygge Behavioral Health & Wellness, we believe that mental and physical health are interwoven and interdependent upon one another. As a nurse practitioner owned private practice, we treat our clients utilizing the nursing model of care. Nursing is sometimes called "holistic practice" or "integrative medicine". This type of medicine focuses on health and wellness of the overall individual rather than simply treating disease. Our providers are focused on wellness across the lifespan and striv...
Fred Kirkbride is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the Behavioral Health field. Fred was born and raised in Zanesville Ohio. Along with his passion for people, he also has a strong passion for learning. This passion led him to Liberty University where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. He then went on to graduate from the same university with a Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling with High Distinction. Fred is...
Harbor is a leading mental health and substance use disorder treatment provider in Ohio. We are a not-for-profit mental health care agency that has been serving the community for over 100 years. Harbor serves over 24,000 youth, adults, seniors and families annually and provides a full range of mental health, telehealth, and substance use disorder treatment services. Harbor is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and certified by the Ohio Mental Health...
I have worked as a mental counselor on 2 separate college campuses for over 25 years. I have recently opened my own practice and see clients ages 18 and older. Some of the areas I consider to be my strengths are depression, anxiety, trauma, college adjustments, relationship issues and phase of life issues. I am trained in EMDR, a therapy which has proven to help those who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I consider myself a Christian counselor but that piece is a part of our...
Are there times when it is difficult to turn your thoughts off or control what you are thinking about? Have you found yourself feeling down or worried about something that hasn’t happened yet? Do you find that events from your past are still impacting your present experiences? At times do you feel as if there is a pit in your stomach, notice yourself fidgeting, or your breathing rate increases? Do these or similar experiences impact how you see yourself, others, or the path of your future? My go...
Making the first call is sometimes the hardest part of the therapeutic process. I commend you for your strength and courage in seeking help. One of the most important steps of pursuing counseling is finding a passionate, knowledgeable, and trusting therapist that you feel comfortable with. One that will sit with you through your difficult moments and help you to recognize or remind you of your strength. If a mood disorder or anxiety is taking control of your life, I can help you to learn how to ...
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...