For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

Will Dempsey is the founder of Heads Held High Counseling. He started this practice with a simple goal: to help people. Over time, he realized how often the healthcare system gets in the way of that. Insurances don’t pay providers enough to make a livable wage, but charging what’s fair for therapists can make care unaffordable for clients. It’s a broken system, and he wanted to do something about it. That’s why he expanded into a group practice. By bringing together a talented team, we’re able to push for higher insurance rates while still providing care that’s accessible—especially for marginalized communities that are often priced out of mental health services. Our team also specializes in culturally competent care. As members of the queer community ourselves, we have a deeper understanding of what it means to live as a queer person and the unique challenges that come with it. While he's no longer seeing clients directly, he pours his heart into running this team because he believes in our mission. We strive to meet you where you’re at and guide you toward reaching your goals—whatever they may be. Having been in therapy himself for over 10 years, he understands how frustrating it can be to navigate insurance and mental health care. That perspective drives me to reduce as many barriers to care as possible. Outside of work, he's a drag performer — a passion that reflects his values as a social worker. Both drag and social work are about fighting for social and political justice, and they inspire him to keep showing up for the communities he cares about.

Are you tired of people telling you how strong you are? Friends, family and even some therapists will often say this with the best of intentions. True healing, however, moves beyond pure resiliency. We must go further than just managing our emotions and begin to process and heal them so we can move through. As your therapist I will be both companion and challenger along your journey. I will walk alongside you and bring a genuine sense of compassion to any difficulties you may face. I offer a safe, open and non-judgmental space for you to find your own voice and equip you with tools to move forward and reach a more contented life. My therapeutic approach is integrative and incorporates a blend of cognitive behavioral, body based, emotion focused, family systems and relational orientations. I offer a holistic approach to treatment, taking into account your personality and life circumstances to create a specialized plan which reflects your own unique goals and gifts.

Do you find yourself feeling stuck or uncertain, no matter what you do? Are you having difficulty achieving goals or feeling connected? Do you feel like you have lost your way? You want to appear in control and confident, but deep down you are struggling to make decisions, set goals, or cope with challenges and emotions. You want to experience ease and happiness, but you just feel empty or overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, and life stress can leave us feeling out of control, distant, and hopeless. Together we can process these thoughts and feelings, and identify your path to personal growth and contentment.

If you are facing stress that is causing emotional distress from past traumatic experience , then I can help you. I am licensed mental health counselor, and trained in Trauma work I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy and EMDR to treat PTSD, anxiety, phobias, grieve, and stress. I can help you to develop insight on your challenges and build up your coping skills. Every individual is unique, therefore I listen carefully and attend your needs. I provide safe, caring and non-judgmental environment to help you achieve wellness ,growth and peace within yourself. I’m bilingual and can provide counseling services in English and Arabic.

I am passionate and invested in your growth and/or healing. I have experience working those who struggle with every day issues (mental wellness), trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, creating goals, grief/loss, stress management, and life transitions.

Depression/Anxiety, Addiction, Trauma, Domestic Violence (Victim Support), Relational 

Hi, I am Dominique (Dom) Proctor. I am a licensed social worker and have experience providing therapeutic services to children, teens, and adults. I offer both individual and couples counseling. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 2020m and worked as a case manager and bachelor’s level therapist. I then attended Indiana Wesleyan University, where I earned my Master of Social Work. Man has been avoiding the consequences of our choices since the beginning. Human beings attempted to cover up their own mistakes and faults by human effort alone. Whether it is AA meetings, self-help programs, or other means of recovery, most of these programs only touch one aspect of a person. A person is made up of mind, body, and soul. Therefore, we need healing for all three elements of a person, not just one. I enjoy working with people to help heal these facets and make progress toward recovery. When helping individuals with their therapeutic goals, I pull from several different modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). I also offer Christian counseling services to those seeking the incorporation of their faith into treatment. I enjoy helping those who have been hurt by the church. I work as an inpatient therapist at SUN Behavioral in Columbus, Ohio, and as an outpatient therapist. In addition, I am part of the NACSW ( North American Association of Christians in Social Work) and the BLEXIT movement.

My belief is that every person needs support to work through life’s most challenging problems, and therapy is just one avenue of support. I have experience working in diverse settings including detention center, community based, outpatient, school, in-home, and residential with a diverse range of clients ages three to late adulthood. I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to create a collaborative, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, working toward the ultimate goals of each individual. My goal is to collaborate with individuals to promote healing and develop coping skills and self-management skills. Each individual I work with is the expert in their life, and I aim to help individuals feel heard, understood, supported, and empowered.

Jannie Engel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her bachelor’s degree in social work and a minor in Gerontology from Barton College in Wilson, NC. She received her master’s degree in Social Work from the University of New England in Biddeford Maine with a concentration in Organization and Community Practice. She serves adults, seniors, veterans, and couples struggling with chronic health issues, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and related issues.

I help teens and young adults who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Using ACT and IFS, I support insight, healing, and change in a down-to-earth, collaborative space. Outside of sessions, you’ll find me reading, working with clay, or exploring with my husband, two dogs, and our cat.