As a licensed therapist in Ohio, I bring over two decades of compassionate mental health experience to my practice. My approach centers on supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
I am deeply committed to creating an affirming therapeutic space that honors diverse identities and experiences. My work focuses on supporting individuals struggling with social anxiety, isolation, panic disorders, and post-traumatic stress, with particular sensitivity to first responders and LGBTQ+ communities.
My clinical approach is collaborative and person-centered, designed to help clients develop meaningful coping strategies and build emotional resilience. I strive to walk alongside you, offering genuine support and professional guidance as you explore personal growth and healing.
Through evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed lens, I aim to empower clients to reconnect with their inner strengths and navigate life's challenges with increased confidence and self-understanding.
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Control issues, First responder issues, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Isolation / loneliness, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia
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She is absolutely amazing! I have never felt more comfortable talking to someone!
Written on Jul 14, 2026 after therapy with Shay for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Extremely knowledgeable and helpful, highly recommend.
Written on Jun 24, 2026 after therapy with Shay for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amazing. Felt great after talking to her
Written on Jun 11, 2026 after therapy with Shay for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I’ve genuinely had a great experience working with Shay. What stands out most is how natural and comfortable our sessions feel. It doesn’t feel overly clinical or forced there’s a real sense of connection, and that makes it so much easier to open up and actually do the work.
I truly feel like she cares, not just as a therapist but as a person, and that energy makes a big difference. I always leave sessions feeling heard, understood, and more grounded than when I walked in. I really value the space she creates and the way she shows up.
Five stars from me, easily.
Written on Apr 23, 2026 after therapy with Shay for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Shay is a great therapist. I’ve been searching for a therapist for a while and I’m glad I found her. She’s attentive and listens. I feel comfortable being open and she makes me feel seen.
Written on Mar 27, 2026 after therapy with Shay for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Very helpful gave me reassurance on a stressful situation
Written on Mar 15, 2026 after therapy with Shay for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue