I have been licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2004, and have held a supervision designation since 2015. I have also held a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with a supervision/training designation license since 2018. I have maintained a private counseling practice in Chillicothe since 2000, and I continue to work with individuals and families in that capacity. I have dedicated my career to helping others and to working with the community to ensure the well-being of families and children. My most common theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Christian Therapy, but I am proud to be able to use a multitude of approaches, dependent on what works best for the client(s) involved. I value the individual and the couple regardless of age or philosophical approach to their life or relationship. I see my goal of treatment as improving the individual or couple to be the best they want to be. My communication tone or approach tends to be direct but laid back. We are in session to work together, not have me tell you what to do or where you need to go.

I am a licensed Independent Social Work Therapist with 30 years of experience in the mental health field and more than 10 years as a therapist. I work with adults from age 18 throughout the life span who are dealing with a variety of life issues and feelings of stress, unhappiness along with other negative emotions. I welcome you so we can work together to help you feel comfortable with sharing things that are very important to you as a unique individual. Do you feel it will be helpful if you can find additional ways to understand your self, along with your personal needs and things that will help you improve your feelings of comfort and satisfaction? You can be dealing with complicated life issues with an important relationship, uncomfortable change ,or the painful situation of losing some one or something special. We can work together to develop ways that work for you as an individual which will help you meet your goals and improve your sense of well being. My goal is to understand what will help you find a way that works for you to help yourself reach your goals.

"I have learned now that while those who speak about one's miseries usually hurt, those who keep silent hurt more" C.S. Lewis Hello! My name is Jaime. I have worked as a clinical counselor for over 16 years in a variety of professional settings, including intensive in-home services, intensive outpatient, partial-hospitalization, community and office-based outpatient therapy services, and foster care. I have also worked as a supervisor, assisting in training other counselors. I have experience in working with clients from diverse backgrounds and a wide range of concerns. I specialize in trauma and mood disorders. I also enjoy working with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, parenting, and grief. My therapeutic approach is to meet clients where they currently are and provide support and counseling to help them no longer feel "stuck" or "stagnant".

I am a Mental Health and Addiction therapist licensed in Ohio , Michigan and South Carolina with over 15 years of experience . I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, self harm and family counseling. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have worked with adolescents, those in addiction, and adults. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in humor in treatment as well. 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 dialectal behavioral. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. My hours are 8 am to 2pm Monday through Friday . I have different hours for sessions and those include nights and weekends. Please visit my schedule. I have times and days blocked out for those who need special times like early morning, evenings and weekends. Please ask so I can open an appointment. I am very accommodating to scheduling. My schedule looks full but many times have been blocked to meet the needs of clients. Please ask. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

At different points in our lives, we may encounter challenges that feel overwhelming. Often, the hardest step is simply reaching out for help. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio, credentialed by the Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. I hold national certifications from the National Board for Certified Counselors as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC). I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Malone University (2022) and my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University (2020). I served as Secretary on the Board for the Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities of Ohio from 2022 - 2025 and was honored to be the 2022–2023 Emerging Leader for the Ohio Association for Specialists in Group Work.

Hello, my name is Jerome P Stevenson Sr. and I have a Masters and Doctorate in counseling. I have been counseling for more than 39 years and practicing as a LPC 20 years. My specialty is marriage counseling and individual counseling. I am licensed as a LPC in Ohio and pending in Michigan. I am committed to walk with clients on a successful journey in a common goal of health living and lifestyle.

Michael Skoda is the CEO and Founder of The Dreaming Tree OHIO LLC, where he helps individuals from all walks of life rebuild their roots and foundations to experience success in their lives. Michael is a relational therapist, and he practices as a trusted guide both providing practical solutions and walking with you in your journey of self-improvement every step of the way. His mindful presence encourages connection and growth. He is committed to holding space for you to work out your concerns and practices from a trauma-informed perspective. He has specific mastery of couples/marital issues, Traumas including complex trauma, ADHD issues, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders.