Multicultural Therapists in Columbus, OH
I work with adults of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and I support clients in all types of relationships, including monogamous, non-monogamous, and polyamorous. My approach is inclusive, culturally sensitive, affirming, and nonjudgmental, focusing on resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth while honoring your unique experiences and goals.
I work with adults of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and I support clients in all types of relationships, including monogamous, non-monogamous, and polyamorous. My approach is inclusive, culturally sensitive, affirming, and nonjudgmental, focusing on resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth while honoring your unique experiences and goals.
Relationship & Sex Therapy can help! Having the same fight over and over? Does the mental and emotional load in your relationship feel imbalanced? Are their hurts you've just not been able to move past? Does a nap sound better than sex? Do you avoid touch with your partner out of fear that it will lead to them wanting sex?
My clinical practice specializes in relationship issues and sexual concerns such as communication challenges, recovery from infidelity, difficulty with sexual desire, arousal and orgasm, erectile and ejaculatory difficulties and pain with sex.
Relationship & Sex Therapy can help! Having the same fight over and over? Does the mental and emotional load in your relationship feel imbalanced? Are their hurts you've just not been able to move past? Does a nap sound better than sex? Do you avoid touch with your partner out of fear that it will lead to them wanting sex?
My clinical practice specializes in relationship issues and sexual concerns such as communication challenges, recovery from infidelity, difficulty with sexual desire, arousal and orgasm, erectile and ejaculatory difficulties and pain with sex.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping clients become their best selves. My work as a therapist is rooted in social justice, equity and approaching our work together from a holistic lens. I work collaboratively with my clients and I understand that you are the expert of your own experiences. I believe that mental health is not isolated and the connection between mind, body and spirit contributes to our overall wellbeing.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping clients become their best selves. My work as a therapist is rooted in social justice, equity and approaching our work together from a holistic lens. I work collaboratively with my clients and I understand that you are the expert of your own experiences. I believe that mental health is not isolated and the connection between mind, body and spirit contributes to our overall wellbeing.
I believe in a holistic approach to care that recognizes the many factors shaping each person’s story. To me, effective counseling begins with compassion, empathy, and creating a space where clients feel safe and supported.
I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorders. I also have experience working with clients facing addiction and making meaningful behavioral changes. I am passionate about supporting immigrant and refugee communities and addressing the cultural and linguistic barriers that underserved populations often face when seeking care.
I believe in a holistic approach to care that recognizes the many factors shaping each person’s story. To me, effective counseling begins with compassion, empathy, and creating a space where clients feel safe and supported.
I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorders. I also have experience working with clients facing addiction and making meaningful behavioral changes. I am passionate about supporting immigrant and refugee communities and addressing the cultural and linguistic barriers that underserved populations often face when seeking care.
Sometimes it is just hard for people to come to terms with the fact they are struggling. Some have developed the coping skill of just not talking about what is bothering them. Some have struggled with some forms of abuse, mental health, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, change and separation. Breakthrough counseling is here to help those who have struggled in silence but would like to work on breaking through the chains of addiction, dependency, and codependency or just being stuck in lives they don’t want. This does take time but it is about work and if you would like to have help to go on this journey of life please call.
Sometimes it is just hard for people to come to terms with the fact they are struggling. Some have developed the coping skill of just not talking about what is bothering them. Some have struggled with some forms of abuse, mental health, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, change and separation. Breakthrough counseling is here to help those who have struggled in silence but would like to work on breaking through the chains of addiction, dependency, and codependency or just being stuck in lives they don’t want. This does take time but it is about work and if you would like to have help to go on this journey of life please call.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors?Are you feeling stuck in your relationship? Are you struggling to communicate to your partner or others? Are you experiencing family conflict? Do you need help sorting through emotional distress? Are you having trouble adjusting or transitioning to change or a life event? Have you experienced a traumatic event? Are you experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle to set boundaries? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward in life?Are you seeking to get insight & awareness about yourself or your experiences?
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors?Are you feeling stuck in your relationship? Are you struggling to communicate to your partner or others? Are you experiencing family conflict? Do you need help sorting through emotional distress? Are you having trouble adjusting or transitioning to change or a life event? Have you experienced a traumatic event? Are you experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle to set boundaries? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward in life?Are you seeking to get insight & awareness about yourself or your experiences?
Hebeh is a Palestinian licensed social worker with experience in supporting women and victims of domestic violence. She is passionate about helping women find healing and empowerment through a strengths-based, client-centered approach. Hebeh is dedicated to creating a safe and compassionate space. She specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma, utilizing culturally sensitive approaches that honor the diverse backgrounds of her clients.
Hebeh is a Palestinian licensed social worker with experience in supporting women and victims of domestic violence. She is passionate about helping women find healing and empowerment through a strengths-based, client-centered approach. Hebeh is dedicated to creating a safe and compassionate space. She specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma, utilizing culturally sensitive approaches that honor the diverse backgrounds of her clients.
As a mental health counselor, I believe that healing begins with connection, understanding, and a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices (IFS, EMDR & DBT), I provide individualized, integrative treatment tailored to each client’s unique needs. I am passionate about helping people overcome trauma, manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and move toward lasting personal growth. My approach is person centered, empowering, and rooted in a deep respect for each client’s story.
As a mental health counselor, I believe that healing begins with connection, understanding, and a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices (IFS, EMDR & DBT), I provide individualized, integrative treatment tailored to each client’s unique needs. I am passionate about helping people overcome trauma, manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and move toward lasting personal growth. My approach is person centered, empowering, and rooted in a deep respect for each client’s story.
Therapy is an exciting and challenging journey. I believe that you already have the skills to help you along the way, and my role is to help you strengthen those skills and add more to your toolbox. I am passionate about growth and healing, and I have experience with several different types of therapy we may use in session.
Therapy is an exciting and challenging journey. I believe that you already have the skills to help you along the way, and my role is to help you strengthen those skills and add more to your toolbox. I am passionate about growth and healing, and I have experience with several different types of therapy we may use in session.
A & E Behavioral Healthcare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LISW, LSCSW, LCSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients who may be struggling with teen, multicultural, or neurodivergence issues, and daily or trauma related stressors.
Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions? If so, I am here to listen without judgment and collaborate with you on your journey towards healing and growth. Furthermore, if you identify as a minority individual or with neurodivergences, I recognize the pain sometimes associated with these challenges, and I can help. I draw upon evidence-based modalities, such as Psychodynamic, CBT, EMDR, SSP, Mindfulness, Culturally Sensitive & Strengths-Based approaches. I will listen attentively to your concerns without judgement. I am confident that together, we can work towards a better you!
I work with clients who may be struggling with teen, multicultural, or neurodivergence issues, and daily or trauma related stressors.
Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions? If so, I am here to listen without judgment and collaborate with you on your journey towards healing and growth. Furthermore, if you identify as a minority individual or with neurodivergences, I recognize the pain sometimes associated with these challenges, and I can help. I draw upon evidence-based modalities, such as Psychodynamic, CBT, EMDR, SSP, Mindfulness, Culturally Sensitive & Strengths-Based approaches. I will listen attentively to your concerns without judgement. I am confident that together, we can work towards a better you!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your sense of purpose? I help adolescents and adults heal from trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and faith-based struggles, as well as navigate marital and relationship challenges. My approach blends therapy with life coaching and a strengths-based perspective to empower lasting change. Together, we’ll uncover your resilience, restore balance, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your sense of purpose? I help adolescents and adults heal from trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and faith-based struggles, as well as navigate marital and relationship challenges. My approach blends therapy with life coaching and a strengths-based perspective to empower lasting change. Together, we’ll uncover your resilience, restore balance, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in situations that are taking a toll on your peace? Maybe you’re carrying the weight of a stressful work environment, navigating a major life change, or trying to hold everything together while silently struggling. It can feel exhausting—and at times, isolating.
You don’t have to carry it alone.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can finally exhale, be heard, and begin to heal. I specialize in an
Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in situations that are taking a toll on your peace? Maybe you’re carrying the weight of a stressful work environment, navigating a major life change, or trying to hold everything together while silently struggling. It can feel exhausting—and at times, isolating.
You don’t have to carry it alone.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can finally exhale, be heard, and begin to heal. I specialize in an
Immediate Availability as of 08/27/2026-I am an independently licensed Profession Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) in the State of Ohio who has been working in the field for over 30 years, helping people from a variety of backgrounds with substance use and mental health issues. I have experience working in residential treatment, outpatient community mental health programs, and private practice. While I specialize in treating addictions to drugs or alcohol, gambling, or the internet, I have learned that these issues are often accompanied by depression, anxiety, panic, and grief.
Immediate Availability as of 08/27/2026-I am an independently licensed Profession Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) in the State of Ohio who has been working in the field for over 30 years, helping people from a variety of backgrounds with substance use and mental health issues. I have experience working in residential treatment, outpatient community mental health programs, and private practice. While I specialize in treating addictions to drugs or alcohol, gambling, or the internet, I have learned that these issues are often accompanied by depression, anxiety, panic, and grief.
Starks Counseling & Consultation Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Columbus, OH 43215
Stephanie K. Starks, LISW-S, is a therapist and owner of Starks Counseling & Consultation Services, LLC . She 20 years of experience providing trauma-focused therapy. The goal at Starks Counseling is to provide “hope and healing” in a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. She and her staff do this by empowering their clients with the knowledge, skills and confidence to be active participants in their own healing, as they believe that they are all simply vessels in which to help facilitate the healing process.
Stephanie K. Starks, LISW-S, is a therapist and owner of Starks Counseling & Consultation Services, LLC . She 20 years of experience providing trauma-focused therapy. The goal at Starks Counseling is to provide “hope and healing” in a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. She and her staff do this by empowering their clients with the knowledge, skills and confidence to be active participants in their own healing, as they believe that they are all simply vessels in which to help facilitate the healing process.
I'm a nonjudgmental, creative therapist and compassionate listener who supports people on their journey. I have extensive experience with trauma-informed and trauma-focused therapy, depression, and anxiety support. I will provide evidence-based and culturally-responsive therapy interventions adapted to meet your needs. I use Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy-informed approaches for addressing trauma, relationship difficulties, depression, and anxiety.
I'm a nonjudgmental, creative therapist and compassionate listener who supports people on their journey. I have extensive experience with trauma-informed and trauma-focused therapy, depression, and anxiety support. I will provide evidence-based and culturally-responsive therapy interventions adapted to meet your needs. I use Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy-informed approaches for addressing trauma, relationship difficulties, depression, and anxiety.
If you're searching for Internal Family Systems (IFS) or EMDR therapy, you've likely realized that insight alone isn't enough. I work with adults who feel stuck in recurring patterns rooted in trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, or childhood experiences. Together, we'll gently uncover the protective parts of you that have worked so hard to keep you safe, heal the wounds beneath them, and help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and self-leadership. I create a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space to navigate this journey.
If you're searching for Internal Family Systems (IFS) or EMDR therapy, you've likely realized that insight alone isn't enough. I work with adults who feel stuck in recurring patterns rooted in trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, or childhood experiences. Together, we'll gently uncover the protective parts of you that have worked so hard to keep you safe, heal the wounds beneath them, and help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and self-leadership. I create a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space to navigate this journey.
My clients are typically between the ages of 18 and 60. They are typically, but not exclusively, queer, trans, polyamorous, neurodivergent, or exploring identities. Clients come to me to receive skills, tools, and processing from someone who shares one or more of my identities. I work a lot with both couples, individuals, and the occasional group who are seeking direction or accountability help with polyamory and/or Ethical Non-Monogamy. I also work with a lot of survivors of religious trauma.
My clients are typically between the ages of 18 and 60. They are typically, but not exclusively, queer, trans, polyamorous, neurodivergent, or exploring identities. Clients come to me to receive skills, tools, and processing from someone who shares one or more of my identities. I work a lot with both couples, individuals, and the occasional group who are seeking direction or accountability help with polyamory and/or Ethical Non-Monogamy. I also work with a lot of survivors of religious trauma.
I am licensed to work with clients living in Ohio, Illinois and South Carolina!
Trauma often makes us feel disconnected from ourselves and others, and can make it difficult to create a fulfilling life. It can lead to feeling that you are out of touch with yourself, like your responses are hard to control and struggling with feelings of shame. I want to help you feel whole, to be able to regulate yourself, and to feel in control of your life again. Post-traumatic stress is incredibly difficult to live with, and with the right tools, you can heal and return to who you want to be.
I am licensed to work with clients living in Ohio, Illinois and South Carolina!
Trauma often makes us feel disconnected from ourselves and others, and can make it difficult to create a fulfilling life. It can lead to feeling that you are out of touch with yourself, like your responses are hard to control and struggling with feelings of shame. I want to help you feel whole, to be able to regulate yourself, and to feel in control of your life again. Post-traumatic stress is incredibly difficult to live with, and with the right tools, you can heal and return to who you want to be.
If you’ve spent years caring for, or pleasing everyone else, it can be hard to know what you need or how to make space for it. I work with adults struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, relationship patterns, and high-functioning anxiety. Common signs are self-harm, indecision, conflict avoidance and repressed emotions. Therapy with me offers a grounded, relational space to better understand yourself, set healthier boundaries, and feel less overwhelmed. You do not need the perfect words or a clear plan to begin. Wanting relief, more clarity, or a way back to yourself is enough.
If you’ve spent years caring for, or pleasing everyone else, it can be hard to know what you need or how to make space for it. I work with adults struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, relationship patterns, and high-functioning anxiety. Common signs are self-harm, indecision, conflict avoidance and repressed emotions. Therapy with me offers a grounded, relational space to better understand yourself, set healthier boundaries, and feel less overwhelmed. You do not need the perfect words or a clear plan to begin. Wanting relief, more clarity, or a way back to yourself is enough.
Your therapy will be a unique, tailored combination of the highly effective psychophysiological experiential therapies of EMDR therapy, Safe and Sound Protocol, Biofeedback, iRest Yoga Nidra, Pranayama Breathwork, and traditional talk therapy lenses such as Family Systems, CBT, ACT.
These modalities are a curated toolkit to treat the wounds caused by harshness of life and recreate something new, living, and vibrant for all of my clients.
This is not traditional talk therapy. Expect results.
Your therapy will be a unique, tailored combination of the highly effective psychophysiological experiential therapies of EMDR therapy, Safe and Sound Protocol, Biofeedback, iRest Yoga Nidra, Pranayama Breathwork, and traditional talk therapy lenses such as Family Systems, CBT, ACT.
These modalities are a curated toolkit to treat the wounds caused by harshness of life and recreate something new, living, and vibrant for all of my clients.
This is not traditional talk therapy. Expect results.
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Multicultural Therapists
What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?
Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.
What can I expect from multicultural therapy?
Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.
Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?
Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.
What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?
Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.