Therapist, Perinatal Mental Health Certified, Clinical Supervisor

Contact: Brittany@evolvecounselingohio.com

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Do you feel lost? Does it seem like you can’t do anything right? Does no one understand you? One of the toughest and most rewarding things we can do is to explore our own story. To truly learn who we are. Life is not about surviving but thriving. I want to help you feel excited for your journey. I help you identify what is causing you worry, grief, fear, anger, or sadness and how to move away from that to happiness, satisfaction, hope, and courage. I believe that people are capable of change, and I would be honored to witness your growth. Let’s work together to write your own narrative.

My area of specialty is perinatal mental health. I received my PMH-C through Perinatal Support International in 2021. We don’t always feel that “instant connection” we expect when becoming a parent. We aren’t always sure if it is the baby blues or something more. I'd love to help navigate these feelings with you and work towards understanding them together. Pregnancy and motherhood can be lonely at times, especially coupled with infertility or loss. I'd be honored to be able to support you during any emotional stress you are experiencing. These experiences are not always limited to moms and I offer a safe space for dads to process the change and confusion that can come with this phase of life as well.

I have more than a decade of experience in the mental health field serving individuals from all walks of life. I am trained in CBT, perinatal mental health, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapy. I'm experienced with perinatal mood disorders, pregnancy loss, infertility, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy meeting my clients where they're at and helping to enhance their quality of life.

Client Care Coordinator, Billing Specialist

Contact: Elizabeth@evolvecounselingohio.com

Many times asking for help can be challenging and stressful. I am here to help guide you through the process without difficulty. As an assistant to the clinicians at Evolve, my goal is to create a positive environment where you and your family can thrive.

I have my BBA in Business Administration from Kent State University and over 18 years of experience in customer service. Currently, I am a Realtor with Howard Hanna along with having been an office administrator in the mental health field for the past 2 years. I’m looking forward to assisting in your journey to becoming the best you.

Owner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Ohio Counseling Supervisor, EMDR , EMDRIA approved clinician, EMDR intensives, Private Practice Coach and Consultant

• Accepting EMDR Intensive clients only, private practice coaching available (for professionals)

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Contact: Heather@evolvecounselingohio.com

To evolve is a beautiful process and I am honored to work alongside of you collaboratively to assist you in achieving your goals as a client as well as professionally.

Heather is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor in the state of Ohio, who earned her Master of Arts from Ashland University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Psychology from Cleveland State University. Heather is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

Heather has several years of experience working in the mental health field with individuals of all ages. Heather’s experience includes working in private practice, inpatient psychiatric unit, grief counseling center, outpatient care, and in school counseling settings.

Heather specializes in trauma treatment, working with parents of children with disabilities and extra needs, play therapy, loss and bereavement, mood disorders, family systems therapy, marriage therapy, positive parenting training, relationship and social struggles, sport and performance anxiety, and treatment of anxiety and depression. Heather takes a mind-body approach to wellness, and believes that wholeness and healing of the heart, mind, soul, body, and spirit can truly be achieved safely through appropriate treatment.

I look forward to helping you reach your goals, and will do so through empowerment, encouragement, treatment, guidance, and support. I genuinely believe that every person is capable of complete healing, regardless of past or present life circumstances.

Therapist

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Lauren is a Licensed Social Worker who earned her Master of Social Work from The University of Akron and a Bachelor of Social Work from Youngstown State University. Lauren has experience working in a school setting, community mental health, providing outpatient services, as well as providing mental health therapy to children and adolescents.

Lauren has experience working with families, children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment/life transitions, and mood disorders. Lauren is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Play Therapy. Lauren offers a positive and engaging style to guide you through the therapy process in a safe and supportive environment. Lauren practices under the direct work supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S

Lauren’s goal is to empower and support you in taking steps to reach your goals. Lauren will work together with you to build upon your natural strengths and will encourage and support you through this journey.

Therapist

• Accepting new clients with daytime availability

Kristyn is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Ohio who earned her Master of Social Work from the University of North Dakota. Kristyn is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy and Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY),

Kristyn has several years experience working with individuals, children/adolescents and families in school-based and community mental health settings.

Kristyn specializes in working with individuals and families healing from sexual assault, domestic violence, traumatic grief and loss, eating disorders, workplace trauma, women's issues, anxiety and depression. Kristyn takes a mind-body approach to holistic wellness and healing.

Kristyn provides a safe and supportive space to help walk with you through life's most difficult moments. Kristyn practices under the direct work supervision of Heather Sniezek, LPCC-S

In her personal time, Kristyn enjoys spending time outdoors, kayaking, hiking, photography, yoga, reading and spending time with her husband, children and dog, Maverick.

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Jennifer Ortiz is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Ohio who earned both her Bachelor’s and Masters of Social Work from Cleveland State University. Jennifer’s experience includes working in an inpatient psychiatric unit, detox hospital unit, early childhood trauma and education counseling, foster care and adoption services, school-based counseling, family therapy, individual therapy, and working with couples. She is trained and experienced in working with clients of all ages ranging from birth to the geriatric population.

Jennifer has experience working with foster families, adoptive families, and birth families and skilled in working with complex trauma and challenging family dynamics. Jennifer has worked with clients suffering from severe mental illness and those struggling with everyday life stressors, depression, anxiety as well as mood disorders and ADHD. Jennifer has incredible compassion for those suffering from loss, grief, trauma, and mental illness and is ready to help every client navigate through difficult times and life experiences.

Jennifer utilizes trauma-focused therapies, grief therapies, cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy to help clients heal every part of their lives and feel better. Jennifer practices under the direct work supervision of Heather Sniezek, LPCC-S

She looks forward to using a strengths-based approach to mental health and healing and encourages each client to reach their own self-directed goals for treatment. She respects each person’s self-determination and desires to see positive outcomes in the counseling process.

Therapist

• Telehealth Only, not accepting new clients

Hi! My name is Lucy Abrams. I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with several years of experience working with individuals of all ages. I received my Bachelors in Family Studies from Miami University and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Cleveland State University. I have worked in a variety of settings including intensive outpatient programs, community mental health centers, and schools.

As a person centered therapist, I believe the therapeutic relationship between counselor and client is paramount. I look forward to building empathic connections and creating a safe and nurturing space for clients to grow. I have experience working with a number of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties.

“What I am is good enough if I would only be it openly.” Carl Rogers

Therapist, EMDR

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“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us.” -David Richo

Every individual is worthy and deserving of support, healing, and having their voice heard. As a person-centered therapist, my intention is to provide a safe space for my clients where they can feel comfortable and empowered during the healing process and meeting their goals. For years, I have provided an empathetic, compassionate, and supportive approach while working with individuals, families, couples and groups from all walks of life who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, struggles with addiction and relationships, grief and loss, emotional disturbance, and mood disorders.

In my practice, I honor the uniqueness and individuality of each person, which is why I have been trained in many different therapeutic modalities including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. Marci practices under the direct work supervision of Heather Sniezek, LPCC-S

Your possibilities in life are endless, and you have the ability to heal and make lasting change, regardless of what life has told you. Often, we just need support in that process, and I will be that support for you. I look forward to working with you!

Christian Counseling, Pastoral Counseling

• Accepting new clients, families, and couples

Combining my twenty years of experience with children and families in education with my passion for Christian mentorship and discipleship gives me a unique background that I now bring to my counseling practice.

Being a licensed pastor as well as a trained Christian counselor helps me to see the client from all sides: spiritual, mental, emotional and physical. My love for learning and teaching have followed me throughout my life. My zeal for family discipleship and to see wholeness and healing in families and marriages was the impetus for my career change from education to counseling. Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength” is the cornerstone of my Christian counseling practice.

I provide high quality Christian therapy for children, individuals, families and couples. Utilizing short term, solution focused pastoral counseling, and Christian marriage and premarital counseling. I focus on Biblical principles to help clients find freedom in their true identity in Christ. My training in Freedom Ministry and Kairos inner healing are often utilized in my sessions.

Christian counseling combines theology with psychotherapy to address relational, emotional, and spiritual needs. By integrating modern psychology with ministry training, I can help people overcome many challenges, including addiction, marital issues, family conflict, and trauma.

Therapist

• Accepting new clients with daytime availability

Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Ohio who earned her Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Cleveland State University and a Bachelor’s of Science from John Carroll University.

Nicole has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing symptoms related to trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation and ongoing day to day stressors. She uses an inclusive approach to support neurodivergency (ADHD, Autism) and is LGBTQIA+ affirming.

Nicole uses a holistic and person centered approach, using a combination of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and more as appropriate. Nicole is committed to leading with empathy to normalize your emotions, triggers, and thought processes, challenge unhelpful patterns that no longer serve you, and create lasting change with you, the client, at the center.

Nicole practices under the direct supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S.

Therapist, EMDR

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Therapy is an opportunity to promote healing and personal growth in a supportive and judgement free zone. I have worked in the mental health field as a social worker for over eight years. I take a relational approach to counseling as trust and connection are very important to the therapeutic relationship. I work with each client to be trauma-informed and culturally sensitive. Promoting concepts of self-compassion, exploring your personal values, improving relational communication and understanding the mind/body connection.

My experience has been in victim advocacy, community mental health and college counseling. I have extensive experience doing trauma-based work in areas of sexual trauma, intimate partner violence, and traumatic grief. I specialize in PTSD/trauma, anxiety, social anxiety, depression, grief/loss, LGBTQIA+ populations, and relational conflict. In therapy I work to create a supportive space that includes validation, empowerment, and grounding strategies to create safety. I look forward to the opportunity in joining you on your journey of personal growth and self-discovery.

Melissa practices under the work supervision of Heather Sniezek, LPCC-S.

Therapist

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I believe that people want to grow, be heard, and have the most meaningful life and relationships that they can. I also believe that many people just aren’t sure how they got in their current situation and need some support to get out of the rut. I have been the client before and know how that feels to want something better, need support, and maybe even some guidance on how to develop a better life or circumstance. Sometimes, bad things happen and we need help to move forward.

I am a graduate of Bowling Green State University and the University of West Alabama, with a license in School Counseling. I also received my licensure counseling endorsement from Cleveland State University. I will be practicing under the direct supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S. My experience includes 17 years working in a partial-hospitalization setting with responsibilities that included severe behavior intervention, creating and implementing behavior and mental health plans, leading mental health programming, and crisis management/intervention. I also have worked as a school counselor for 7 years and will be resuming in this role for Lorain City Schools this year. I have worked the past two years for a state-funded fatherhood program as a fatherhood coach and case manager serving fathers in Lorain County, which has been very enlightening and satisfying.

My approach is person-centered and rests upon the relationship with the client. A few other approaches that I have found to be helpful are Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused counseling. Most importantly, the client is the expert of their own experience and vision for their life, so working in collaboration with people to determine the focus and direction is at the center of what I do. I enjoy working with people of all ages, individuals and couples, and feel very comfortable with social/relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, and depression. Additionally, I enjoy helping people to untangle complex issues to get to the source and identify the keys to moving forward.

My own personal experience not only includes a great deal of work with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and challenges, but also includes a great deal of exploring the world in order to know as much as I can about different ways of life. Having the experience of being in many cultures has not only allowed me to understand that the commonalities and differences of humankind are important and valuable.

Therapist, EMDR

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Sondra believes all people have inherent worth and value and that each individual has the ability to change, learn, and grow. Through personal and professional experiences, she developed a passion and desire to journey alongside teens and adults struggling with identity issues, relational brokenness, grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. Her most recent experience includes providing compassionate care to men and women in a residential setting for eating disorder treatment.

Sondra values a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to counseling and believes in treating the whole person (mind, body, soul). She is passionate about integrating Christian faith and prayer into treatment when desired and draws from different evidence-based methods depending on your needs and personal goals.

Many people often feel overwhelmed and nervous when first engaging in a counseling relationship. Sondra’s goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you are empowered to move at your own pace and know that you are not alone.

Sondra practices under the direct supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S

Therapist

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Sommer Ott is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She obtained her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Huntington University and received her Bachelor’s degree in Music Psychology from the same university. She also holds a certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy from the Embody Lab and has training in TF-CBT and DBT. Primarily working with children and adolescents, Sommer utilizes components of play and creative therapies in order to achieve the emotional and behavioral goals of clients and their families. She also works with trauma and complex trauma, individuals, and families.

Sommer is practicing under the direct supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S.

Therapist, EMDR

• Accepting new clients

Savannah is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who received her Bachelor’s of Psychology and Master’s of Clinical Counseling at The University of Toledo. Savannah has experience working in outpatient community mental health settings doing individual and group therapy for all ages.

Savannah specializes in ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, parenting help, and helping individuals gain independent living skills in order to succeed.

Savannah is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), (CSTAG) Threat Assessment, and Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI).

I believe in meeting my clients where they’re at and adapting how I work with each individual by getting to know them through a person-centered approach. I work from multiple modalities through an integrative approach to create a well-rounded experience that is tailored to the client’s needs. As a counselor I use mindfulness, art, and creative, holistic forms of therapy within my practice and in my personal life because I believe in the importance of applying the techniques to keep me grounded.

Therapist

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Breanne Simon is a licensed Social Worker in the state of Ohio who earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree of Social Work at Cleveland State University. Breanne’s experience includes working in an inpatient psychiatric unit as well as working in substance abuse and helping people overcome addiction. Breanne has also worked to provide individual psychotherapy to people struggling with anxiety disorders, relationship issues, poor regulation of challenging thoughts and feelings and will provide trauma-informed care as well as interventions for addressing difficult childhood experiences. Breanne has worked with individuals of various ages, cultures, backgrounds, and socioeconomic statuses.

Breanne can also provide Christian-based therapy and will create a warm and inviting environment to help her clients work towards hope and healing. Breanne utilizes a broad base of approaches to therapy including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness.

Breanne will collaborate with her clients to formulate thoughtful and individualized treatment goals and objectives while incorporating a solution based approach. Breanne looks forward to seeing growth and progress in the clients she works with.

Breanne practices under the supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S.

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I believe that all who seek deserve therapy centered around the individual’s unique background, goals, and hopes for their future well-being, delivered in a way that resonates with them!

I am a trauma informed, social justice minded, gender and neurodivergence affirming therapist who enjoys working with OCD, ADHD, autism, trauma, relationship/communication issues, domestic violence survivors, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, spirituality, life transitions, and cultural adjustment issues. I am bilingual, providing therapy in English and Swedish.

I utilize an eclectic mix of ACT, psychoanalytical, existential, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, emotionally focused, and solution-focused approaches in my work with clients. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies and master’s degree in social work. I hold my MSW/LSW in the state of Ohio and am currently taking new clients, individuals and couples aged 18 and over.

Jennifer receives work supervision from Heather Sniezek, LPCC-S.

Counselor Trainee

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Hannah Tilley is a Counselor Trainee working towards her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Ashland Theological Seminary. Hannah received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies from Grove City College. Hannah is especially interested in working with adults and adolescents surrounding issues of depression and anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and relationships. She is also able to integrate faith-based counseling should her clients desire. Hannah feels honored to come alongside her clients during their most challenging moments and hopes that through her empathic and person-centered approach, they will truly feel seen and heard. She desires to empower her clients through an integrative and strengths-based approach to meet personal goals and achieve lasting change.

I believe that every individual has a unique story and is capable of change. I look forward to creating a safe and supportive space for you on your journey towards healing and growth.

Hannah practices under the direct supervision of Brittany Keating, LPCC-S.

Counselor Trainee

I am a Counselor Trainee pursuing my license in Mental Health Counseling under supervision through Evolve Counseling. I have experience working in a school setting and providing mental health counseling to adolescents, in addition to working with families and providing wrap around support. I work with children and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, and those in need of LGBTQ+ related support and mindfulness based stress reduction. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space for you to grow and to focus on your strengths, empowering you to reach your goals.

I believe in a collaborative and person-centered approach to therapy, empowering clients to build resilience and develop effective coping skills. Using a variety of strategies, I tailor therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs and goals of my clients.

You are the expert of your own experience and already have the power to make change happen in your life. I recognize the courage it takes to seek help and am honored to work with each client who entrusts me with their therapeutic journey. I look forward to meeting you where you are on your healing journey!

Counselor Trainee, bio and photo coming soon!