Mental Health Therapy in Ohio

Therapists in Ohio

Alex Weiglein

Cincinnati, Ohio
Online
In Person

Alex Weiglein is a mental health professional, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Alex is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, and Behavioral Health Systems. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Karen Schneller

Karen Schneller

Columbus, Ohio - Marriage And Family Therapist
Online
In Person

Karen Schneller is a licensed marriage and family therapist who owns her own practice, Embodied Wisdom Counseling. Schneller is also a certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor with over 18 years of experience in the mental health field.  Schneller treats young girls over the age of 14 and adult women in individual settings, as family units, or in group sessions. Her counseling center doesn’t accept insurance but does offer several sliding scale discounts to clients in financial need.  Treating Disordered Eating and Body Image Issues  Karen Schneller has personally struggled with body image, weight and trauma over the years. It has helped equip her with the right skillset to help heal others who are coping with similar problems.  Schneller strives to provide therapy that is weight inclusive, trauma informed and anti diet. She has also worked to develop an approach that’s aligned with the Health and Every Size Approach.  Licensed to Treat Patients in California, Ohio and Texas Schneller currently accepts in person patients in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles. She’s also licensed to offer telehealth services to patients in California, Ohio and Texas.

Monica Baucher

Monica Baucher

Circleville, Ohio
Online
In Person

Monica Baucher is a mental health professional, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). They also have experience working with Christian clients and provide faith-sensitive care while welcoming people of all backgrounds. Monica is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, and BlueCross BlueShield. They accept American Express, Cash, and Check. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Melissa Parsons

Melissa Parsons

Rocky River, Ohio
Online
In Person

Melissa Parsons is a mental health professional, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+). Melissa is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Robyn C Hill

Robyn C Hill

Beachwood, Ohio - Counselor
Online

Robyn Hill is a Counselor, providing online sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18) and adults (18+). They also have experience working with Christian clients and provide faith-sensitive care while welcoming people of all backgrounds. Robyn is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, and BlueCross BlueShield. They accept Cash, Check, and HSA, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Sarah Malanowski

Sarah Malanowski

Toledo, Ohio - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
Online

Sarah Malanowski is a Clinical Social Worker/therapist, providing online sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+) and seniors (65+). Sarah is in-network with insurance providers including AvMed, Cigna, and Optum. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Violet Vanilla Valley

Columbus, Ohio - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
Online

Violet Valley is a Clinical Social Worker/therapist, providing online sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18) and adults (18+). Violet has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, People Living with HIV/AIDS, Intersex People, Lesbians, Nonbinary People, Queer People, Racial Justice Advocates, Sex Workers, and Transgender People. They also have experience working with Secular and Nonreligious clients and provide faith-sensitive care while welcoming people of all backgrounds. Violet is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, CareSource, and Medicaid. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Ben Dickstein

Ben Dickstein

Cincinnati, Ohio - Psychologist
Online
In Person

Ben Dickstein is a Psychologist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Ben has experience working with Aviation Professionals, Bisexual People, Deaf People, Gay People, People Living with HIV/AIDS, Lesbians, Nonbinary People, Queer People, Racial Justice Advocates, Sex Workers, and Transgender People. Ben is in-network with insurance provider Aetna. They accept Check, Mastercard, and Visa. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Jennie Hudson

Jennie Hudson

Fairborn, Ohio - Counselor
Online
In Person

Jennie Hudson is a Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Jennie is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Amanda Fazakas

Pickerington, Ohio - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
Online
In Person

Amanda Fazakas is a Clinical Social Worker/therapist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Amanda is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, and CareSource. They accept American Express, Check, and Discover. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Mental Health in Ohio

Ohio has a unique position in the United States when it comes to mental health. According to Mental Health America, the state occupies a middle ground, ranking at 25 among the 50 states.

Those who look at the glass half full may compliment the Buckeye State for its relatively open access to care and a lower prevalence of mental health conditions among adults. In 2022, the state expanded its funding of $15 million, which includes block grants for court programs to assist inmates address co-occurring mental and behavioral health disorders.

Nearly 25%

Ohioans who report having a mental illness

25th

Ohio ranks #25 in mental health care

However, there is room for improvement. Depression rates and “poor mental health days” are increasing, especially among young people and LGBTQ+ youths. Nearly 25% of Ohioans have reported having mental illnesses in 2023, and as many as five Ohioans commit suicide each day, according to a survey by White Light Behavioral Health. The disparity continues to fall upon minority groups, the poor, and those with disabilities.

Free Mental Health Resources in Ohio

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Ohio is an organization that provides support, education and advocacy for individuals with mental illness. Their support groups help individuals and families learn to navigate life with a mental illness by providing safe places for them to learn and share their experiences.
The Buckeye Region Anti Violence Organization (BRAVO) provides support for individuals in the LGBTQ+ community who have faced hate, violence, discrimination, intimate partner violence, and/or sexual assault. They also offer training and presentations focused on anti violence work for communities called Safe Zone.
Provide Services for
BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Disability Depression PTSD Anxiety Substance Abuse
The Ohio Children’s Hospital Association serves as a voice for Ohio’s youngest patients, their families and their healthcare providers. They provide advocacy and collaboration with other medical and mental health service providers to ensure children get the quality care they need and deserve regardless of the family’s ability to pay.
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Teens & Students Depression ADHD Anxiety Grief Autism
Ohio Guidestone is a faith based program that offers a range of mental health and substance use disorder services for children and adults. Their services are offered in person, by telehealth and within the community, such as the school services program where therapists provide counseling for students in need.
The Columbus Free Clinic provides free culturally competent healthcare for members of the community. This includes primary care, pharmacy services, lab and imaging, social work and specialty clinics that include psychiatry care and LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
Provide Services for
Depression Substance Abuse
The Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF) works to reduce the stigma of suicide, promote evidenced based prevention strategies and raise awareness about the relationship between mental illness and substance use disorder. They also provide support for loved ones impacted by suicide through their L.O.S.E team.
Provide Services for
Depression Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
The Ohio State University’s Office of Student Life offers student counseling and consultation services. Their Let’s Talk program provides free and confidential mental health consultations without an appointment, first come first served. They offer in person and online services.
Provide Services for
Teens & Students
Deconstructing the Mental Health System or DMHA is an anti racist equality minded nonprofit organization that is working to increase access to mental health and wellness services for Black people, Indigenous people and People of Color. They provide 12 free therapy sessions for individuals who complete the application process.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women
Be Present Ohio is a resource that helps youth and young adults in the LGBTQ+ community who are looking for suicide prevention and mental health resources such as counseling services, community organizations and support centers that are committed to providing culturally supportive care.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Seniors
The City of Cleveland Division of Police’s Mental Health and Crisis Intervention Program offers crisis intervention services operated by FrontLine Service. Individuals or their loved ones can call and receive information and service navigation during a crisis including suicide prevention and mental health/addiction support.
Kent State University’s Center for Public Policy and Health has put together an online source for individuals seeking information on mental health and service provider contact information. This includes crisis helplines, how to contact counseling and social services at the university and national support programs.
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Teens & Students BIPOC Men Women
The Ohio Careline is a free confidential behavioral health call service that is available 24/7. Their mental health professionals can help individuals or their loved ones who are in crisis.
The TriCounty Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services, in Troy, offers free services for individuals and their loved ones who are looking for mental health support. Their crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day. Their HOPE line is staffed Monday through Friday and offers basic mental health support and referrals.
The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes Counties promotes wellness and works to ensure access to a continuum of high quality, recovery oriented mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and support services.
The Ohio Department of Veterans Services offers programs and resources for vets and active service members who are facing a crisis or behavioral health issues. They help connect men and women with resources within the Veterans Administration as well as outside sources to help in times of need.
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Men Women Seniors Veterans Disability First Responders Depression ADHD PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse