Support in Ohio
Welcome to our Ohio online therapy directory. All therapists listed here are licensed in Ohio and provide online sessions to residents of the state. Explore the profiles below to review approaches, credentials, languages, and areas of focus as you begin your search.
Entries below are listed as supplied through the platform. This directory does not assess quality or rank entries.
Entries in Ohio
Chaz Canter, LPCC
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Straightforward, practical support for change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship Languages: English
View listingRenee Capanna, LCSW, LISW
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Person-focused therapy with practical tools
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingCarolyn Faucette, LISW
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Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief Languages: English
View listingRev. Tecky Rusk, LPCC
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Compassionate, practical counseling for life challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingAlyce Fortnoff, LPCC
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Practical, values-focused therapy for life changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingKatherine Enright, LISW
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Experienced licensed social worker supporting everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingChristine Schoenberg Angione, LPCC
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Compassionate counselor for life transitions
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief Languages: English
View listingMichael Majer, LISW
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Supportive, practical help for anxiety and identity issues
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingNorene Vello, LPCC
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Compassionate counselor balancing faith and practical care
Works with: Grief, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety Languages: English
View listingLucinda Rhoads, LPCC
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Experienced Ohio counselor for anxiety and trauma
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingMary Van Hooser, LISW
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Calm, experienced support for serious and everyday struggles
Works with: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingMelinda Barth, LPCC
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Practical skills for anxiety and life changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Intimacy-related issues Languages: English
View listingMelissa Hollo, LISW
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Compassionate practical therapy for life transitions
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingBreanne McCarthy, LISW
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Practical support for stress and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger Languages: English
View listingMajestic Twyman, LISW
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Compassionate counseling for life’s hard moments
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingNicholas Ciapala, LISW
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Practical, goal-focused social worker
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingChris Kohlmann, LPCC
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Practical counseling for stress and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingAmanda Fox, LISW
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Practical support for stress and relationship strain
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English
View listingTábata Alaín, LIMFT
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Compassionate therapist focused on practical progress
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English, Spanish
View listingJoseph Surace, LISW
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Practical, goal-focused support for mood and anxiety
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingTamika Thomas, LPCC
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Helping people build useful skills and clearer relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingDawn Adler, LCSW, LISW
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Practical support for change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingLisa Belle, LISW
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Practical, compassionate support for life's challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingLisa Fox, LPCC
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Compassionate counselor helping people regain confidence
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingSteven Timms, LPCC
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Practical, respectful counseling for life’s challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Coping with life changes Languages: English
View listingJamie Díaz, LPCC
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Compassionate, practical therapy rooted in respect
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English, Spanish
View listingAmy Carlier, LPCC
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Returning clinician focused on practical support
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English
View listingStephen Brown, LPCC
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Calm, practical help for stress and trauma
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingCara Tuley, LPCC
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Supportive counselor using practical, evidence-based methods
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family Languages: English
View listingShirron Gardner-Jackson, LISW
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Supportive LISW focusing on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingChristopher Cuda, LISW
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Practical, direct support for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingLisa Franco, LIMFT
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Therapy focused on clear change and coping
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingCarlie Stephens, LPCC
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Compassionate, practical support for everyday challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Parenting, Anger Languages: English
View listingChristopher Kandel, LISW
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Helping people move past feeling stuck
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingSharon Nielsen, LPCC
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Compassionate, practical care for mood and trauma
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English
View listingAnndrea Rogers, LPCC
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Compassionate, practical support for life’s challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career Languages: English
View listingMaximilian Stepaniak, LPCC
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Practical steps to reduce anxiety and regain control
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English
View listingKimberly Smith, LPCC
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Practical support for stress and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingVictoria Hopkins, LISW
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Calm guidance for addiction and trauma recovery
Works with: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingSerita Eiland, LPCC
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Therapist focused on resilience and life transitions
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career Languages: English
View listingSean Frazee, LISW
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Practical support for stress and trauma recovery
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping Languages: English
View listingBarbara Hicks, LISW
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Hopeful support for addiction and trauma recovery
Works with: Addictions, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingMarlene Fannon, LISW
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Compassionate social worker helping people move forward
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Grief Languages: English
View listingVanessa Buchanan, LISW, LCSW
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Compassionate, practical support for trauma and addiction
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingJohn Widmer, LPCC
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Practical, direct counseling for life challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Depression Languages: English
View listingIsabel Sanchez Cummings, LISW
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Compassionate support for lifes hard moments
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem Languages: English, Spanish
View listingMore about therapy in Ohio
Overview of online therapy availability in Ohio
How online therapy fits into Ohio's care landscape
Online therapy has become a common option for many Ohio residents seeking mental health and emotional support. In Ohio, therapists who offer online services typically hold an Ohio license to practice in their profession, and they provide care from locations that meet state rules for telehealth practice. That means you can find therapists who work across a range of professional credentials - counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and psychologists - who list online sessions among their services. The ways online therapy is delivered vary - some professionals use video-based sessions, while others offer phone or messaging support. The technology can make it easier to connect when you live outside urban centers, have mobility constraints, or juggle demanding schedules.
When you search for an online therapist in Ohio, you will see profiles that describe approaches, specializations, languages spoken, and professional credentials. These entries are meant to help you match a therapist's background with your needs. Keep in mind that state rules govern who may offer online therapy to Ohio residents, and therapists who list themselves here have indicated they are licensed to serve clients in Ohio. Understanding these basic parameters helps you frame what to expect from an online care arrangement.
Benefits of online therapy for Ohio residents
Practical advantages and what to expect from virtual sessions
Online therapy offers practical benefits that may make it easier for you to get the support you want. For people in rural parts of Ohio, virtual sessions reduce travel time and increase access to professionals who might not practice in nearby towns. If your schedule is full with work, school, or family commitments, online sessions can provide more flexible options for appointment times. The convenience of meeting from your own home or another comfortable environment is often cited as a reason people try remote therapy.
Beyond convenience, online therapy may expand the range of approaches and language options available to you. You may find therapists who list specific modalities among their approaches and who also offer services in Spanish or other languages. Technology requirements are usually modest - a reliable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, and a quiet place where you feel comfortable speaking. It helps to think ahead about where you will sit during a session and how you will protect your personal information during digital exchanges. Many people find that virtual work feels nearly as personal as in-person meetings when the clinician and client build a trusting working relationship.
What types of issues online therapists in Ohio commonly help with
Common presenting concerns and populations served
Online therapists in Ohio work with a broad range of emotional and life concerns. You can expect to find professionals who list experience addressing anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and parenting concerns. Some therapists indicate experience with trauma-related issues, substance-related struggles, or workplace stress. Others highlight work with specific populations, such as adolescents, older adults, couples, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
Approaches listed by therapists vary, and you may encounter terms like cognitive-behavioral approaches, psychodynamic perspectives, mindfulness-based strategies, or integrative frameworks. If you are interested in a particular modality, look for therapists who list that approach among their offerings and read the descriptions in their profiles to understand how they describe their work. Language and cultural background can also matter. You may find clinicians who list bilingual services or who indicate experience working with cultural issues relevant to your identity. This diversity of focus and approach is one reason an online search can help you locate a therapist whose stated interests align with the concerns you want to address.
How to verify a therapist's license in Ohio
Steps to confirm licensure and professional standing
Verifying a therapist's license is an important step in your search. Start with the name and any license number included on the therapist's profile. You can then use the Ohio state licensing board's online lookup tools to confirm that the license is active and held in the appropriate professional category. Ohio maintains separate boards and records for different professions, so you may need to consult the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for counselors and social workers, and the State Board of Psychology for psychologists. These lookups typically show the license type, status, expiration date, and whether there are any public disciplinary actions on file.
If a profile lists degrees or professional credentials, those can be cross-checked as well. Some organizations and directories offer links that lead directly to the state verification page, but you can also search the board's site by the clinician's full name. If you have questions after reviewing public records, you can contact the licensing board by phone or email to ask about the information you see. Confirming licensure gives you a clearer picture of a clinician's professional standing and helps you feel informed before making contact.
How to get started with an online therapist and tips for choosing the right fit
Practical guidance for beginning online therapy and refining your selection
Getting started with online therapy begins with clarifying what you want from care. Think about the issues you want to address, the types of approaches that appeal to you, and any practical preferences such as language or session format. Use the directory listings to compare focus areas, approaches, credentials, languages, and experience. When you find profiles that seem like a good match, prepare a short list of questions to ask during an initial inquiry. Useful questions include the therapist's experience with your specific concerns, how they typically structure online sessions, their fee range, whether they work with your insurance or offer sliding-scale options, and how they handle emergencies or referrals if additional support is needed.
Technology preparations matter too. Make sure you have a reliable internet connection and a personal, comfortable place where you can speak without interruption. Clarify session length and payment policies before your first visit so there are no surprises. Many people find it helpful to try one or two sessions to see how the working relationship feels - how the clinician listens, how they explain their approach, and whether their communication style aligns with your expectations. Trust and rapport are central to progress, so choosing someone you feel heard by is as important as professional credentials. If a therapist lists particular populations or concerns among their focus areas and those align with your needs, that can be a useful indicator of fit.
Finally, remember that searching for a therapist is a personal process. You are entitled to ask clear questions, compare profiles, and take the time you need to find a clinician whose approach and experience fit what you are seeking. Use the directory to gather information, reach out to clinicians for an initial conversation, and rely on your judgment about who feels like the right partner for the work you want to do.