Take some time to read about the different specialties and certifications our therapists have to offer. Please note our office is currently on a waitlist for new clients. To inquire about availability and scheduling by calling 614-972-7928 or by clicking on the contact page and sending an email.
Kristen Santel, MSW, LISW-S
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board and an LCSW through the State of Arizona, and my work is truly my passion. I specialize in working with adults, children and teens managing complex and developmental trauma, PTSD, traumatic grief, attachment and relational trauma, relationship issues, and dissociative disorders. I also have much experience working with military, first responders, crisis, and recent traumatic events. As an adoptee myself, I have a specialization in working with the adoption and foster care community, child and adult adoptees, and reparative/developmental attachment in both childhood and into adulthood.
I am a Level II EMDR Psychotherapist with Advanced and Master Class Training in Attachment and Somatic Psychotherapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), certified hypnotherapist with American Society of Clinical Hypnotherapy, and a Certified Trauma Practitioner with the National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children, as well as being trained in TF-CBT, CISM, and extensive training in IPNB (Interpersonal Neurobiology) and several other therapeutic modalities focusing on somatic psychotherapy and attachment. I use a collaborative, integrative approach informed by Ego State and Internal Family Systems Therapy, with a strong emphasis on Interpersonal Neurobiology to assist clients in helping them feel well supported and educated in their experience.
I present psychoeducation at many conferences and symposiums in the state of Ohio and other areas of the country, as well as support school districts in education on trauma and traumatic grief. I also specialize in the supervision and consultation of other therapists and professionals in the community, looking to grow their expertise in the areas of trauma and attachment. My practice truly is my passion, and partnering with my clients to find healing in their lives is my goal. I love my work.
I am the Clinical Director of Camp Lionheart, a free, week-long overnight summer camp for grieving children, here in Central Ohio in the Hocking Hills. Camp Lionheart is in it’s 17th year of existence providing grief support, compassion, trauma-focused counseling, and lots of fun to children suffering the death of parent or sibling. For more information on Camp Lionheart, please visit http://www.camplionheart.org .
License Number, Ohio: I.0700086-SUPV
License Number, Arizona: LCSW-18835
Professional Disclosure Statement
Cheri Kerr, LPCC-S
I have had an interest in treating trauma from the beginning of my mental health career in 1998 when I worked at a Partial Hospitalization program for children while studying Art Therapy in an Undergraduate program. Noticing the most troubled children consistently had a trauma history, I began training in evidence-based modalities to treat the underlying trauma instead of the behavior. Since then I have become a Certified EMDR Therapist and an EMDR Consultant, trained in Internal Family Systems, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Attachment Therapy, Play and Expressive Arts Therapies, and have developed an expertise in the treatment of Complex Trauma and Dissociative Disorders providing regular Continuing Education to other therapists in the area. I also provide Supervision to new clinicians and Consultation for licensed clinicians. I treat all ages with an Interpersonal and eclectic approach, depending on the individual needs of each client, and am passionate about helping others heal from trauma and traumatic loss.
Professional Disclosure Statement
Michelle Jordan Frias, MSW, LISW
Hello! I am a licensed independent social worker through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I hold a Master’s degree in Cultural Studies from Carnegie Mellon University, with a focus on gender and sexuality studies, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from The Ohio State University. I see clients for a range of concerns including anxiety and mood disorders, complex trauma, dissociative disorders, parenting, and LGBTQ+ issues. It is my passion and privilege to provide affirming and holistic mental healthcare to young people and adults.
In my private practice, I work to create a warm and nonjudgmental environment for each client. I utilize a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic approaches depending on each client’s unique needs and personal goals. I am a Level 1 trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and am certified in EMDR. I also have specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MB-CBT), Sandplay Therapy, and experiential/somatic modalities.
In addition to my counseling practice, I also enjoy contributing the field through presenting at local and national conferences and provider trainings. I have presented on topics including best practices for working with LGBTQ+ individuals and communities, trauma-informed care, holistic adolescent mental health, and self-care and compassion fatigue.
My greatest reward as a therapist is supporting clients in finding their unique process, recognizing their strengths, and looking forward to the future with confidence and hope.
License Number: I.1800891
“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” – Audre Lorde
Danielle Weatherholtz, LPCC-S
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor (LPCC-S) through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Ohio State University and a bachelor’s degree in Family and Child Development from University of Central Oklahoma. I work with children, teens, and adults with a range of concerns, including: grief, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting challenges, and anxiety and mood disorders.
I am truly passionate about supporting individuals and their families in healing and coping with life’s challenges. To meet the unique needs of each individual client, I use an integrative approach that is attachment-focused and trauma-informed. I am trained in EMDR Level II, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MB-CBT), play-based/expressive arts therapies, and somatic modalities. I strive to create a warm and compassionate space for each client, where they feel safe and supported in working towards their personal goals.
In addition to the work in my private practice, I enjoy providing community education through conferences, trainings, and workshops. I have presented on topics including creative/expressive arts interventions, anxiety in children and adolescents, the impact of mental health on learning, trauma, and self-care/avoiding burnout. It is my great privilege to continue to work at Camp Lionheart, as I have for the past ten years, as a grief and trauma counselor while also supporting program development (www.camplionheart.org).
I also love practicing yoga, drinking coffee, and spending time outdoors with my family and friends. I truly love the Metro Parks system in Columbus. If I am not hiking or at a local park, you can probably find me at one of the many great coffee shops Columbus has to offer!
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Molly Ottaviano, LPCC
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Family Therapist Board. I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton and a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University. I work with clients of all ages, however I have a special interest in working with children and adolescents who may be experiencing adoption/foster care related issues. It is important for me to be able to provide my clients with an accepting, respectful, non-judgmental environment in which they feel safe and supported.
I am EMDR trained and utilize an integrative approach that is based on the individual’s personal goals. I implement a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic techniques, including: attachment work, somatic experiences, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and Internal Family Systems. In addition to working with individuals, I volunteer as a Traumatic Grief Counselor at Camp Lionheart (www.camplionheart.org) for one week every summer. I have also presented on managing mood disorders and suicide prevention methods while working for The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
When I am not at work you can usually find me discovering new restaurants with my family and friends, seeing live music, or attending sporting events. I also enjoy exploring all of the parks that Columbus has to offer, practicing yoga, and nose-diving into a good book on my days off.
Professional Disclosure Statement
Kelly Chambers, LPCC
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. I graduated from Wittenberg University with my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Business Management and the University of Dayton with my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I have found my passion in working with children, teenagers and adults with a focus in trauma informed care. I am EMDR trained and have experience in co-leading a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group. My approach to counseling is eclectic and combines many variations of theories depending on the client’s needs in theories such as, CBT, DBT, attachment, somatic, and internal family systems. I am excited to continue my education and attend trainings in the future that focus on the treatment of complex trauma. I truly value the importance of building a secure therapeutic relationship with my clients and creating a collaborative and supportive environment.
Outside of my work, I love spending time with my friends, family and my dog, Pedey. I really enjoy running all around Columbus to train for half marathons and sitting down with a good book or my favorite tv show on Netflix. My favorite weekend activities are going to baseball games, taking my pup to dog parks and finding the best taco and pizza restaurants that central Ohio has to offer.
Professional Disclosure Statement
Amanda Keller, LPCC
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I received my Bachelor’s degrees from Arizona State University in Psychology and Family and Human Development and I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Ohio State University. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults on a comprehensive breath of needs including; grief, trauma, and anxiety and mood disorders. My work is truly my passion and I enjoy supporting individuals and families in healing and coping with life’s challenges.
I know that each client is unique and I utilize a variety of treatment modalities based on the individual needs of my clients. My approach is strengths based and integrates approaches including DBT, CBT, attachment, somatic and internal family systems. I am truly passionate about working with clients and their families. I strive to create an open and warm environment in my practice where clients feel supported and validated as they work towards their individual goals.
In addition to my work in private practice, I also enjoy providing community education on topics such as emotional regulation in children & adolescents, the impact of mental health on learning, anxiety in children and adolescents, and trauma. I also LOVE that I get to continue to work at Camp Lionheart, as I have for the past 9 years as a grief and trauma counselor (www.camplionheart.org).
Maeve Rising, LISW
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Master’s degree in Social Work, and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Ohio Wesleyan University. I work with clients of all ages, ranging from children, teens and adults, providing trauma-informed care and support with a variety of needs; such as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders.
I am truly passionate about helping individuals and families in their journey towards healing, managing life’s many challenges, and creating a safe, caring, non-judgmental and understanding environment. In order to meet the needs of each individual and family, I utilize an integrative, strengths-based approach of different therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, DBT, internal family systems, attachment and somatic work. I am fully trained in EMDR and have attended various trainings focused on the treatment of complex and developmental trauma. I am always looking for ways to continue building my knowledge in order to best serve my clients.
Outside of the office, I enjoy hiking, reading, baking, playing soccer, and spending time with my friends and cat. One of the highlights of my life has been being part of the clinical staff for Camp Lionheart every summer, as a grief and trauma counselor (www.camplionheart.org).
Kimberly Morales, LISW-S
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board and have a Master’s degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. I enjoy working with clients of all ages who present with a range of concerns, including: complex trauma, PTSD, traumatic grief, relationship challenges, eating disorders, dissociative disorders, and anxiety and mood disorders.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and utilize a client-centered, strengths-based and integrative approach that is based on the individual’s personal goals. I utilize a variety of evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic techniques, including: attachment work, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) , motivational interviewing (MI) and mindfulness.
While I have had extensive training in treating complex trauma, I am excited to continue my education through various trainings in the future that will continue to broaden my therapeutic approach and techniques. I hold a certification in Critical Incident and Stress Management and plan to further develop that area of practice as well.
In my personal time, I enjoy spending time with my family, finding new ways to be creative and taking long walks, all while having a cup of coffee in hand. I look forward to building a secure therapeutic relationship with my clients and hope to provide a space where they feel they can be their authentic selves and feel supported.
Cait Chavez, MSW, LSW
I am a licensed social worker through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. I work with clients of all ages, children, teens, and adults, providing trauma-informed care and support for a variety of needs; such as trauma, grief, anxiety, LGBT+ issues, depression, and other mental health disorders.
It is my passion and privilege to provide affirming and holistic mental healthcare. I work to create a warm and non-judgmental environment for each client. Growing up in a multicultural household has developed a deep appreciation for diversity. I utilize a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic approaches depending on each client’s unique needs and personal goals. I am a Level II trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I am always looking for ways to continue building my knowledge in order to best serve my clients.
Outside of the office, I enjoy watching sports, playing soccer, discovering new music, and spending time with my friends and cat Moe. One of the highlights of my life has been being part of the clinical staff for Camp Lionheart every summer, as a grief and trauma counselor.
Emily Talbert, MSW, LSW
Hi there! I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I hold a master’s degree in social work and a bachelor’s degree in sociology from The Ohio State University. I work with folks of all ages who face a wide variety of concerns including PTSD, complex and developmental trauma, anxiety & mood disorders, dissociative disorders, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship issues, and work/career related issues.
I am dedicated to helping my clients actualize their mental health goals through a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Therefore, I employ a variety of techniques and treatment modalities based on the individual needs of my client stemming from a base of internal family systems (IFS), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and attachment therapy.
My intention is to provide each client with safe, supportive, trauma-informed environment to facilitate their healing and progress towards a hopeful future.
When not in the office, my time is spent enjoying outings with my family and our sweet dog, Annie. We take endless walks throughout Columbus and love happening upon a patio for lunch! When inside, I gravitate towards cooking, reading, and practicing yoga.
Jon Sherman, LISW
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) through the State of Ohio Counseling and Social Work Board. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University. I work with adults and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, distress related to ADHD, complex trauma, dissociative disorders, and relationship and attachment issues.
My mission as a therapist is to walk with you through whatever hardships you are experiencing in order to accomplish the goals that are important to you, and to create an environment where you can have control on your terms. To do so I adapt my approach and provide you with a lot of choices and different options based on my clinical knowledge. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist, have experience with Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Structural Family Therapy, and Mindfulness strategies.
As a therapist, I am always striving to deepen my knowledge of evidence-based modalities in order to provide the most effective treatment that I can. When not in the office, I spend my time cooking, hiking, paying homage to my two dogs- Winne and Chewie, taking photos all over Columbus, trying new restaurants, reading, and going to concerts.
Cassie Campbell, MSW, LSW
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapy Board. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Master’s degree in Social Work, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from The University of Akron. I work with adolescent and adult clients providing trauma-focused care and support with a variety of needs; such as complex and developmental trauma, grief, anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. It is important for me to be able to provide my clients an accepting, respectful, non-judgmental environment in which they feel safe and supported.
I am EMDR trained and utilize an integrative approach that is based on the individual’s personal goals. I implement a variety of trauma-focused therapeutic techniques informed by attachment work, somatic experiences, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and Internal Family Systems. I enjoy supporting individuals in healing and coping with life’s challenges. In addition to working with individuals, I volunteer as a Traumatic Grief Counselor at Camp Lionheart (www.camplionheart.org) for one week every summer.
When I am not at work you can usually find me discovering new Columbus restaurants, traveling, or attending sporting events. I also enjoy practicing yoga, attempting to keep my house plants alive, diving into a good book, and spending time with my cats.
Deb Cannon, MSW, LSW
I am a Licensed Social Worker through the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board. I attended The Ohio State University where I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Human development and Family Science and my Masters Degree in Social Work. I work with children, teens, and adults as they navigate grief, anxiety, depression, complex and developmental trauma, dissociative disorders, and other mental health challenges.
I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment for my clients; a non-judgmental space where they can begin to heal from life’s difficulties. I utilize several trauma-focused therapeutic approaches including and informed by Internal Family Systems and Ego State therapy, Attachment Based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). As a lifelong learner I will continue to grow as I seek out new training and experiences.
When I am not at work I enjoy spending time with my family. I love to hike, read, eat good food, and drink coffee. I also enjoy writing, gardening, as well as creating art.
Nicki Cristina, LPC
Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Family Therapist Board. I have a Master’s degree in School Counseling from the University of Dayton with a certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In addition, I have a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Dayton. I work with clients of all ages, however, I have specific interest and experience working with children and adolescents. I work with children, teens, and adults with a range of concerns, including grief, complex and developmental trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, parenting challenges, anxiety, and mood disorders.
I am truly passionate about creating a non-judgmental, supportive, and compassionate environment for each client, where they feel safe in working towards their personal goals and finding their own autonomy. My goal is to support individuals and their families in coping with new or ongoing challenges. To meet the unique needs of each individual client, I use an integrative strengths-based approach that is attachment-focused and trauma-informed. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, including attachment work, somatic experiences, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, play based, expressive arts, and parts work approaches. I enjoy taking my years of experience working in schools to support clients and families with school advocacy. In addition to working with individuals, I volunteer as a grief and trauma counselor at Camp Lionheart (www.camplionheart.org) in the summer.
When I am not at work, I love spending time with my friends and family. I enjoy trying out new restaurants, going on walks, doing yoga, and traveling to new and exciting places.
*Service Fees for therapists are billed at $135.00 per psychotherapy hour, $150.00 per diagnostic assessment and consultation.
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