Humanistic Therapists in Columbus, OH
Danielle Clark
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MS
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychotherapist in private practice offering depth-oriented psychotherapy. I approach treatment as an exploratory process that unfolds over time, grounded in the belief that people have a deep wish to be known and understood.
I am a licensed psychotherapist in private practice offering depth-oriented psychotherapy. I approach treatment as an exploratory process that unfolds over time, grounded in the belief that people have a deep wish to be known and understood.
I love people's stories and I see my role in the therapeutic relationship as a tremendous privilege. I want to help you understand the behaviors and thought patterns that bring you to therapy, but my approach is then to go deeper. Together, we can discover the underlying root cause of your concerns. So many of us are carrying around past trauma that we don't realize is affecting how we operate in the world today.
I love people's stories and I see my role in the therapeutic relationship as a tremendous privilege. I want to help you understand the behaviors and thought patterns that bring you to therapy, but my approach is then to go deeper. Together, we can discover the underlying root cause of your concerns. So many of us are carrying around past trauma that we don't realize is affecting how we operate in the world today.
You don’t have to carry everything alone. As a queer and gender-affirming therapist, I offer a supportive space where you can show up as your full self and feel truly seen. I work with teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, attachment concerns, life transitions, and relationship challenges. In our sessions, you’ll have space to explore what’s shaping your experiences and reconnect with a sense of clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
You don’t have to carry everything alone. As a queer and gender-affirming therapist, I offer a supportive space where you can show up as your full self and feel truly seen. I work with teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, attachment concerns, life transitions, and relationship challenges. In our sessions, you’ll have space to explore what’s shaping your experiences and reconnect with a sense of clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
Immediate Availability as of 08/27/2026-
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist that focuses on Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Phase of Life, and Relationship Difficulties in Adults. My person-centered approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. I work to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where my clients can feel comfortable exploring their experiences and achieving their goals. I also believe that humor is an essential part of the healing process.
Immediate Availability as of 08/27/2026-
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist that focuses on Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Phase of Life, and Relationship Difficulties in Adults. My person-centered approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. I work to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where my clients can feel comfortable exploring their experiences and achieving their goals. I also believe that humor is an essential part of the healing process.
Ryan Michael Ziegler
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, MLIS, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
I practice counseling from a humanistic perspective, valuing people's intrinsic potential to move toward growth and healing.
My aim is to create and foster relationships with my clients where their whole selves can feel heard, understood, and valued. It is my hope that through a space of safety and acceptance, you will be able to connect with yourself to find healing and growth in your life.
I practice counseling from a humanistic perspective, valuing people's intrinsic potential to move toward growth and healing.
My aim is to create and foster relationships with my clients where their whole selves can feel heard, understood, and valued. It is my hope that through a space of safety and acceptance, you will be able to connect with yourself to find healing and growth in your life.
I see every person (client) as unique and possessing special personal qualities. I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My counseling style is warm and interactive, and I am an excellent listener. My person-centered approach combines solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and trauma-focused strategies. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to set goals to meet your unique and specific needs.
I see every person (client) as unique and possessing special personal qualities. I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My counseling style is warm and interactive, and I am an excellent listener. My person-centered approach combines solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and trauma-focused strategies. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to set goals to meet your unique and specific needs.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and low self-esteem—often all at once. Many of my clients are insightful and capable, yet feel stuck in cycles of worry, self-doubt, or unhealthy relationship patterns. With years of experience working both inpatient and outpatient at Ohio State's psychiatric hospital, followed by private practice, I help clients understand the roots of these struggles, and build up emotional resilience. My goal is to support people in feeling more confident, grounded, and secure—so they can show up in their lives and relationships with clarity, self-trust, and authenticity.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and low self-esteem—often all at once. Many of my clients are insightful and capable, yet feel stuck in cycles of worry, self-doubt, or unhealthy relationship patterns. With years of experience working both inpatient and outpatient at Ohio State's psychiatric hospital, followed by private practice, I help clients understand the roots of these struggles, and build up emotional resilience. My goal is to support people in feeling more confident, grounded, and secure—so they can show up in their lives and relationships with clarity, self-trust, and authenticity.
I am experienced helping people with eating disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), veterans, trauma, and PTSD. Blended family and military family problems are also close to my heart and I enjoy helping others in these areas. I am partnered with The Headstrong Project, which helps Veterans and their families when the Veteran is diagnosed with PTSD. I work with those aged 16 and older. If you need someone who will really listen to you and help you figure out how to change your life for the better, I can help you.
I am experienced helping people with eating disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), veterans, trauma, and PTSD. Blended family and military family problems are also close to my heart and I enjoy helping others in these areas. I am partnered with The Headstrong Project, which helps Veterans and their families when the Veteran is diagnosed with PTSD. I work with those aged 16 and older. If you need someone who will really listen to you and help you figure out how to change your life for the better, I can help you.
I have 23 years of professional work experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I am an innovative experienced professional that has been trained in Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and can assess the needs of others. Can develop & communicate plans for the client’s personal growth & development. Has the open mindedness & creativity to efficiently assist clients & their families to reach their treatment goals in a timely manner.
I have 23 years of professional work experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I am an innovative experienced professional that has been trained in Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and can assess the needs of others. Can develop & communicate plans for the client’s personal growth & development. Has the open mindedness & creativity to efficiently assist clients & their families to reach their treatment goals in a timely manner.
You might be doing your best to get through the day while feeling anxious, disconnected, or worn down. Some days feel manageable. Others don’t. Anxiety, trauma, or ongoing stress may be affecting your sleep, focus, or sense of direction. Many people I work with feel stuck between knowing something isn’t working and not knowing what to do next.
You might be doing your best to get through the day while feeling anxious, disconnected, or worn down. Some days feel manageable. Others don’t. Anxiety, trauma, or ongoing stress may be affecting your sleep, focus, or sense of direction. Many people I work with feel stuck between knowing something isn’t working and not knowing what to do next.
I specialize in ADHD treatment and testing, helping adults with ADHD better understand their unique brains and discover tools to fully meet their potential. Do you struggle with holding it all together on the outside while feeling stressed and scattered on the inside? If you’re like many of my clients with ADHD, you might find that no matter what you achieve, you still feel misunderstood and overlooked in life. Whether you’re seeking help with ending burnout, achieving work/life balance, navigating communication in relationships or career transitions/advancement, I provide a supportive space to gain clarity and move forward.
I specialize in ADHD treatment and testing, helping adults with ADHD better understand their unique brains and discover tools to fully meet their potential. Do you struggle with holding it all together on the outside while feeling stressed and scattered on the inside? If you’re like many of my clients with ADHD, you might find that no matter what you achieve, you still feel misunderstood and overlooked in life. Whether you’re seeking help with ending burnout, achieving work/life balance, navigating communication in relationships or career transitions/advancement, I provide a supportive space to gain clarity and move forward.
You may be here because something inside you feels different—your thoughts feel louder or more jumbled than usual, your emotions feel intense or confusing, or your sense of reality feels shaky or hard to trust. You might be having experiences you don’t know how to talk about, or you’ve tried to explain them before and felt dismissed. You deserve a non-judgmental space to help sort through your life story. My approach helps you reflect on your thoughts, emotions, and relationships with more clarity and confidence. I help you explore your inner world and reconnect with the parts of yourself that matter the most.
You may be here because something inside you feels different—your thoughts feel louder or more jumbled than usual, your emotions feel intense or confusing, or your sense of reality feels shaky or hard to trust. You might be having experiences you don’t know how to talk about, or you’ve tried to explain them before and felt dismissed. You deserve a non-judgmental space to help sort through your life story. My approach helps you reflect on your thoughts, emotions, and relationships with more clarity and confidence. I help you explore your inner world and reconnect with the parts of yourself that matter the most.
I provide diagnostic assessment and treatment for adult populations with a broad range of mental health disorders, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and trauma-related disorders. My goals for all patients are two-fold: 1) to help mitigate symptoms in the immediate using cognitive-behavioral strategies and 2) to help patients identify and overcome unhelpful behavioral and relational patterns for long-term symptom reduction and life enhancement.
I provide diagnostic assessment and treatment for adult populations with a broad range of mental health disorders, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and trauma-related disorders. My goals for all patients are two-fold: 1) to help mitigate symptoms in the immediate using cognitive-behavioral strategies and 2) to help patients identify and overcome unhelpful behavioral and relational patterns for long-term symptom reduction and life enhancement.
In my practice, I enjoy working with clients of all ages. I have experience working with clients with a variety of needs including grief, PTSD, trauma, attachment issues, relationship challenges, life transitions, anxiety, OCD, depression, and other mood disorders. I am dedicated to walking with my clients in their healing and emphasize creating a non-judgmental, collaborative space where we can work together towards the growth you hope to accomplish in therapy.
In my practice, I enjoy working with clients of all ages. I have experience working with clients with a variety of needs including grief, PTSD, trauma, attachment issues, relationship challenges, life transitions, anxiety, OCD, depression, and other mood disorders. I am dedicated to walking with my clients in their healing and emphasize creating a non-judgmental, collaborative space where we can work together towards the growth you hope to accomplish in therapy.
I am a Certified Life Coach & Emeritus Professor with over 25 years of experience assisting people to maximize their potential. Through personalized counseling, I will assist you in creating the life that you imagine. If you are seeking to make progress in work life/family balance, career goals/transitions, self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being, I will help you to become more aware of your own inner strengths, increase your positive energy and increase your ability to concentrate, focus, and remain present.
I am a Certified Life Coach & Emeritus Professor with over 25 years of experience assisting people to maximize their potential. Through personalized counseling, I will assist you in creating the life that you imagine. If you are seeking to make progress in work life/family balance, career goals/transitions, self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being, I will help you to become more aware of your own inner strengths, increase your positive energy and increase your ability to concentrate, focus, and remain present.
Do you find yourself prioritizing others’ needs while your own go unmet? You may feel like you’ve lost your voice—or never fully developed it. Perhaps you struggle with a lingering sense of not being “good enough,” or feel uncertain about your path in life.
I provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore these experiences at your own pace. My approach integrates traditional talk therapy with art therapy, offering multiple ways to process and express what you’re going through. Art therapy can be especially helpful when emotions are difficult to put into words—no art experience is necessary.
Do you find yourself prioritizing others’ needs while your own go unmet? You may feel like you’ve lost your voice—or never fully developed it. Perhaps you struggle with a lingering sense of not being “good enough,” or feel uncertain about your path in life.
I provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore these experiences at your own pace. My approach integrates traditional talk therapy with art therapy, offering multiple ways to process and express what you’re going through. Art therapy can be especially helpful when emotions are difficult to put into words—no art experience is necessary.
Allie Fridstein - Capybara Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43220
Waitlist for new clients
They say the only constant in life is change. But change is hard! We as humans tend to feel comfort in predictability and routine, and change (especially when sudden, unexpected, and/or tragic) inherently challenges us to sit with discomfort. Even deliberate and "happy" changes like starting a new career, getting married, journeying through gender transition, or beginning a sober lifestyle can still cause a myriad of complicated emotions as you adjust to your new life. Finding meaning in those changes while learning skills to manage the added stress is an empowering, healing, and worthwhile endeavor.
They say the only constant in life is change. But change is hard! We as humans tend to feel comfort in predictability and routine, and change (especially when sudden, unexpected, and/or tragic) inherently challenges us to sit with discomfort. Even deliberate and "happy" changes like starting a new career, getting married, journeying through gender transition, or beginning a sober lifestyle can still cause a myriad of complicated emotions as you adjust to your new life. Finding meaning in those changes while learning skills to manage the added stress is an empowering, healing, and worthwhile endeavor.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who specializes in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, disorders related to trauma, relationship issues, major life adjustments/ transitions, anger, and other personal issues. I specialize in individual counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults. I have a master’s degree in Social Work from Louisiana State University and a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Miami University.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who specializes in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, disorders related to trauma, relationship issues, major life adjustments/ transitions, anger, and other personal issues. I specialize in individual counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults. I have a master’s degree in Social Work from Louisiana State University and a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Miami University.
I am passionate about working with individuals at every stage of their journey. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, processing past experiences, managing anxiety or intrusive thoughts, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you. Through my 8 years of daily work with children and families, I have developed specialized experience in supporting parents through the complexities of raising children. Whether you're parenting solo, co-parenting after divorce, or working together with a partner, I offer both emotional support and practical strategies to help you and your children thrive.
I am passionate about working with individuals at every stage of their journey. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, processing past experiences, managing anxiety or intrusive thoughts, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you. Through my 8 years of daily work with children and families, I have developed specialized experience in supporting parents through the complexities of raising children. Whether you're parenting solo, co-parenting after divorce, or working together with a partner, I offer both emotional support and practical strategies to help you and your children thrive.
Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal journey, requiring trust, vulnerability, and a genuine connection. My approach is rooted in authenticity and intentional presence, moving beyond surface-level conversations. Our work together is purposeful. I'm not here to fill time with generic exercises or standard-issue worksheets. Instead, I'll create a space that honors your unique experiences, challenges your perceptions, and supports your growth. I challenge you because I see your strength, resilience, and capacity for transformation.
Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal journey, requiring trust, vulnerability, and a genuine connection. My approach is rooted in authenticity and intentional presence, moving beyond surface-level conversations. Our work together is purposeful. I'm not here to fill time with generic exercises or standard-issue worksheets. Instead, I'll create a space that honors your unique experiences, challenges your perceptions, and supports your growth. I challenge you because I see your strength, resilience, and capacity for transformation.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.