Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Akron, OH

Helping my patients feel safe, seen, and heard on the path to recovery is my primary goal as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I received my training at The Ohio State University, and I provide mental healthcare for adults and young people over age 12. I specialize in caring for patients who want to understand and address the root causes of their mental health symptoms.

I'm not your blank-slate, nod-and-smile therapist. I’m here to help you dig deep, reconnect with your body, and create lasting change. My approach blends mind-body tools, somatic work, and nervous system education with straight-up truth and compassion. Clients often say I give them permission—to feel deeply, question old narratives, and explore what’s been off-limits in their healing. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, motherhood, trauma, or relationships, I create a space where you feel both held and challenged. Therapy with me is collaborative, embodied, and real.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Yoga Teacher with advanced training in somatic trauma work. I specialize in women’s issues, anxiety, trauma, and postpartum mental health, and I also supervise emerging therapists. My fully online practice serves clients across Florida, Utah, and Ohio.

I believe everyone deserves to feel healthy, balanced, and fulfilled. I provide a supportive, confidential space for individuals and couples to explore their mental and emotional well-being.

As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I offer a holistic approach to care—integrating therapy with medication management when appropriate to support the whole person.

With over 11 years of healthcare experience across a variety of settings, I bring both clinical expertise and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to treatment. Recognizing the growing need for mental health support, I pursued advanced training in psychiatric care to better serve individuals navigating stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and life transitions.

My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered as you work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Hi, I am Dr. Hayes, a Vanderbilt University-trained doctor of nursing practice, specializes in helping women (18+) navigate anxiety, life transitions, hormone changes, mood issues, and sleep challenges. With a passion for supporting professionals, healthcare workers, first responders, and mothers, I provide tailored care to empower women to thrive in all aspects of life.

Please note: My practice does not prescribe controlled substances or provide ADHD or autism evaluations. If you are currently taking a medication and are unsure whether it is a controlled substance, please reach out before scheduling a consultation to ensure my practice is the right fit for your needs.

Hi! I am a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio whose passion is watching people heal and grow into the humans they were put here to be. My formal education comes from Ohio University in Athens, OH, with a master's degree in education - clinical/mental health counseling. My life education comes from being a person in long-term recovery for 15 years. I look forward to accompanying you on your search for you.

I am a skilled clinician/supervisor with over 30 years of ongoing training/therapeutic experience. I will provide you with a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment while utilizing an integrative approach to assist you in developing and building long-term skills for coping and problem-solving.

I work with individuals on a wide variety of issues.

I have special interests and experience working with young adults (18+) through late adulthood who are experiencing anxiety, depression, peri/postnatal concerns, parenting issues, longstanding stress or trauma, lack of confidence, relationship difficulties, and/or life decisions/transitions.