Psychologist Shannan Katz providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Shannan Katz

Clinician
License Type(s): LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesDepression
11 years offering treatment

I help you weather the storms of change in times of difficulty, stress, and loneliness. I am a listening ear and a sounding board for your thoughts and ideas. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I will work with you to gain insight into your thoughts and feelings and help you to make progress toward your goals. You can feel free to be yourself and share what is on your mind and in your heart. I have experience working with clients struggling with a wide variety of mental health concerns, including relationship problems and difficult life transitions. Clients who simply wish to improve their communication skills and mental wellness are welcome as well. I have a post-graduate certificate in sex therapy and I welcome clients from the LGBTQIA community, as well as any clients who wish to discuss their sexuality in counseling. I use a heart-centered approach in therapy and aim to provide a kind and supportive environment free from judgment and censorship. If you prefer a more direct approach, I am glad to give structured feedback as well. I will work with you to make the changes you want a reality. Please note that I am NOT a crisis counselor and the modality I use is not a good fit for clients struggling with self-harm or suicidal urges or behavior. I usually have an initial session by video and then most follow-up sessions are by phone. Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions.

Psychologist Joseph Rifici (He/Him) providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Joseph Rifici (He/Him)

Clinician
License Type(s): M.Ed.,LPCC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
14 years offering treatment

I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with over 13 years of practice in the field of counseling. In 2006 I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Ohio State University in Social and Behavioral Sciences, and in 2009 I graduated from the University of Akron with a Master of Arts in Education degree for Community Counseling. I began my career as a counselor at IBH Addiction Recovery Center (Interval Brotherhood Home), a residential treatment center for chemical dependencies in Akron Ohio. While at IBH I worked as part of a treatment team, and delivered individual therapy, group therapy, brief family therapy, crisis intervention, and case management services to adult men suffering from addictions and co-occurring mental disorders. In 2015 I was promoted to assistant clinical director at IBH, which shifted my focus to supervising counselors and case managers, directing the men’s treatment team, coordinating admissions and discharges, and co-administering an electronic health record software. I have specialized training in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and addiction treatment. I also received specific, advanced training on Cognitive Behavior Therapy from the Beck Institute in Philadelphia. Since 2018 I have been working in private organizations delivering treatment services to adults with a range of mental health issues. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral methods with a warm approach, and will tailor my style based on the needs of my clients. I live in Ohio and spend my free time reading, listening to music, hiking, visiting with family and friends, and hanging out with my cat, Charlie.

Psychologist Katherine Lympany providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Katherine Lympany

Clinician
License Type(s): Ma. Ed.,LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment

Hello! I am a Licenced Profession Clinical Counselor who has been in the helping profession for three years and although I have not been long in the field I have found helping people through their journey has been the most rewarding experience both personally and professionally. In my time in the field I have been able to work with a wide diversity of individuals struggling with a wide variety of issues, and I have been lucky enough to be a part of each individuals journey. I have had experience across the lifespan from childhood through older adults. I am an eclectic counselor as I believe that therapy should match the individual rather than a "one size fits all" approach. I understand the amount of effort, strength and courage it takes to reach out, which is both scary and one of the hardest tasks I can imagine. I always respect the effort it takes to begin and continue counseling, and am here to listen without judgement. I am always open to feedback and like to view the counseling relationship as a partnership in which you, the expert on yourself, and I work together to help you meet your goals. The connection between counselor and individual is incredibly important and I understand the difficulty and pain involved at times in finding a counselor who you can connect with and the relief in finding a counselor with whom you can feel comfortable. When you are ready, I am here to listen and to begin the journey of your healing process!

Psychologist Cynthia Lowe providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Cynthia Lowe

Clinician
License Type(s): LISW-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefBipolar disorderDepression
25 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker, licensed in the states of Ohio and Arizona. I have over 25 years of years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including women's mental health (postpartum), depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced emotional abuse as well as physical and sexual trauma. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I work with an assortment of treatment modalities and will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to help support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Krista Croyle providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Krista Croyle

Clinician
License Type(s): LISW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsDepression
5 years offering treatment

I am an addiction and mental health therapist licensed in Ohio with over 5 years of experience working as a psychocounselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, anger issues, and co-morbidity. I also helped many people who experienced life transition issues and those who are/have been incarcerated. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Jessica Edmundson providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Jessica Edmundson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed therapist in the state of Ohio with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients cope with addiction use disorders both in an in-patient and out-patient setting, work through trauma and abuse, increase motivation, self esteem and confidence, and gain skills needed to cope with depression and anxiety. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I offer a solutions focused environment. I understand that when people come to me for help, they are looking to improve their lives in some way and I am here to help them do that. I believe that in order to have a successful therapist/client relationship the client must be met with empathy, compassion and the safety that it takes to open up and work through things together. A little bit about myself: I am a wife and a mother of two. I have two dogs as well so I guess you could say that I am a mother of four. We enjoy being outside; walking, camping, adventuring. In my spare times I enjoy sitting outside by myself and drinking my coffee. I developed a passion for helping others while starting college and going through my own challenges of anxiety and depression. It can be difficult to accept sometimes that life does not always go as planned. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Please note that I build my schedule around the needs of my clients to the best of my ability. Do not get discouraged if my schedule does not look like it will work for you. Please reach out and I will do my best to adjust my schedule. I open evening sessions on an as needed basis. You may also view my Psychology Today profile at: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1375146 Or visit my private practice website at: https://empoweringsolutuons.wixsite.com/therapy-with-jessica

Psychologist Donald Karcher providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Donald Karcher

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
24 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Ohio with 20 years of professional work experience as a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the State of Ohio. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process and happy to help.

Psychologist Beth Pilous-Smith providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Beth Pilous-Smith

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
30 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Ohio with 29 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Anthony Watt providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Anthony Watt

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Ohio with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I look forward to assisting you in finding what those strengths may be.

Psychologist Lisa Franco providing different types of therapy in Zoar

Lisa Franco

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment

Finding a therapist/counselor is not something we should look down upon. Life can get out of control at times and going to therapy to gain back some control is important. Your goals, visions, and dreams are important and will be taken seriously in therapy. Whether you are struggling with anxiety. depression, divorce, thinking about getting married, substance abuse, parenting, etc... getting in touch with the correct therapist will do wonders for you. I have a passion to see marriages and families succeed as they all encounter difficulties at times and often feel stuck. I am committed to helping families, couples, and individuals, work through their challenges with support and encouragement so they may live vibrantly with a purpose. I have trainings in EMDR, CPT, DBT, Telehealth, SFBT, and more. Life is full of sticky unwanted situations, let me help you get unstuck and on the right path to the best you possible!

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Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Zoar that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Zoar available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Zoar therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Zoar therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Zoar region and in the state of Ohio.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Zoar can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Zoar may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Zoar offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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