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As a disabled genderqueer person, I approach life struggles from multiple directions, asking "What changes do I need to make to so...
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As a disabled genderqueer person, I approach life struggles from multiple directions, asking "What changes do I need to make to solve this problem?" and, at the same time, "What changes does society need to make to solve this problem?
Sophia Fisher is a licensed independent social worker (LISW-S) with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. As a therapist, they help individuals process and make meaning from past experiences while working toward significant and hopeful change. She specializes in supporting adults and adolescents in navigating struggles like life transitions, identity development, trauma, depression, anxiety, and systemic stress.
Sophia completed a combined Master of Social Work/Master of Public Health at The Ohio State University. They are trained in the use of EMDR therapy (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy) to process and heal past trauma. She has also completed Star Behavioral Health Provider training, which teaches civilian clinicians to better serve military-connected individuals.
As a nerdy, disabled, genderqueer person from a religious background, Sophia is acutely aware of the complexities of navigating a world that isn’t designed for you. They use this awareness to make space for all kinds of people, especially those whose mental health is not prioritized by our society. Sophia’s approach is collaborative and flexible, helping clients understand how past experiences shape present patterns while building practical skills for healing, resilience, and personal growth.
You are the expert on your own life, and your therapist’s role is to support you in reaching the goals that matter most to you. Sophia would love to help you develop the tools to move forward in your life with clarity and confidence. If you are ready to begin, reach out to schedule an appointment.
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As one who has experienced trauma of her own, a mother, and a therapist of six years, I am here to help guide through life's diffi...
As one who has experienced trauma of her own, a mother, and a therapist of six years, I am here to help guide through life's difficulties, listen to the good, the bad, and watch you accomplish the goals we establish together at the beginning of our therapeutic process.
My name is Whitney Saunders and my professional background is social work and outpatient therapy. I have a Master's degree in social work as well as my Independent Social Work License. I have worked with children and families in some capacity since 2015. Since receiving my Master's degree in 2019, I have continued to serve children and families in outpatient therapy settings. I have worked with clients from the ages of five to 50 who have experienced or are experiencing PTSD, depression, and anxiety. In many of these cases, clients are seeking assistance with crisis stabilization or minimization of other mental health symptoms.
Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and brief solution-focused therapy, I have been able to assist many clients in achieving their goals of crisis stabilization, harm reduction, and overall minimization of mental health symptoms.
The relationship you have with your therapist is what makes therapy successful. With that, I place emphasis on the rapport-building phase of treatment. The most important thing to remember is you are in control of your therapeutic process—I am here to SUPPORT and GUIDE.
Getting help and admitting we need help is not always easy but the fact that you are here right now and you are reading this means...
Getting help and admitting we need help is not always easy but the fact that you are here right now and you are reading this means you have decided to take action to have your concerns addressed and that is signifiant!
Theo is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, school issues, and sleep/insomnia. He is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adults. As a PMHNP, Theo's role is multifaceted, including educator, mental health advocate, therapist, and medication manager.
Theo completed his Master of Nursing Degree (MSN) at The University of Toledo. Theo possesses strong clinical skills and a natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. In addition to medication management, he incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), culturally sensitive, emotionally-focused, motivational interviewing, and person-centered techniques into treatment.
Now is as good a time as ever to have your mental health concerns addressed! Theo is confident that he would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to get started, schedule an appointment with him today!
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Cincinnati, OH can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Cincinnati therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cincinnati is located near Erie Ave and Talsmet Ln, off Madison Rd. It is right by Hyde Park Square and a short distance from Withrow High School.
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