Rita Kanareff

(LPCC-S, ATR-BC)

About Me

I am a clinical counselor and art therapist who specializes in the clinical treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. I special in treating Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). I obtained a bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University in psychology and a master’s degree in art therapy from Ursuline College. I am a member of the Buckeye Art Therapy Association (BATA) and the American Art Therapy Association (AATA). My previous experience includes adjunct professor in the master's program for art therapy and counseling at Ursuline College and working with adults and children in inpatient and outpatient settings. Presently I work at a private practice with adults who are experiencing trauma depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder and life transitions due to family relationship issues, gender issues, grief and chronic illness.

I enjoy getting to know the individual and match my skills with the best therapeutic approach that meets their unique needs. I have a holistic approach to treatment and my goal is to assist individuals in gaining insight and to gain coping skills that will improve the quality of their life.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Family conflicts
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 17

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LPCC #E.0008276 (Expires: 2021-05-01)

Reviews

Written by L.I. on Jun 29, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Rita has helped me so much. She is so easy to talk to and makes me feel comfortable and not judged. She has given me a lot of good techniques to deal with certain issues.

Written by R.O. on Jun 18, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and adhd

Her therapy style is extremely effective. She’s not afraid to say what she thinks while also being an active listener and respecting your individuality. I’m happy I chose her as my counselor!

Written by A.U. on Jun 01, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

Thank you so much for listening and understanding me.

Written by T.I. on Apr 03, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Rita was very respectful of all my needs and concerns. I have tried therapy before and got the feeling the therapist thought i was wasting their time but my therapy sessions now could not be more the opposite. I would highly recommend Rita as a counselor!

Written by B.R. on Mar 23, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd

She is the first counselor I’ve ever had and probably the best I could have ever gotten. She takes what your dealing with and puts in ways for you to more understand and cope with it. She’s patient and let’s you know, everyone is human and everyone has issues and it’s okay. 10/10 would recommend her again and again!

Written by A.L. on Jan 28, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Rita is extremely caring and supportive. The best counselor that I've ever had.

Written by D.A. on Jan 02, 2020 after counseling with Rita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Rita has been very helpful during a very turbulent and stressful time in my life. She helped me worked through some very difficult problems and has supported me the entire way.

Written by A.L. on Dec 09, 2019 after counseling with Rita for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders

Rita has been wonderful so far. She is so personable and supportive

Written by M.A. on Dec 03, 2019 after counseling with Rita for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

Rita's fantastic and thoughtful!

Written by T.A. on Oct 03, 2019 after counseling with Rita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I’m really enjoying my sessions with Rita Kanareff - she is very smart, empathetic and understanding. I think her counseling will really help with my healing journey.