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Top therapists in Cleveland, OH accepting new patients

Cleveland residents can access virtual and in-person mental health care through Headway's network of 1,725 providers. Whether you're in Tremont, Lakewood, or the surrounding areas, our providers offer flexible scheduling with availability as soon as next day.

Daniel Riffe

Daniel Riffe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I want clients to feel heard, respected, and involved in their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashley Hrabak

Dr. Ashley Hrabak

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I make it a point to create a space where clients feel like they can finally take a deep breath and listen to their voice.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Richard Reihing

Richard Reihing

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work primarily with men, first responders, and adults who feel weighed down by anxiety, depression, or traumatic stress.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Wyant

Michael Wyant

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Humorous, direct, and focused on what actually works. I help people stop spinning their wheels and start building a life based on their strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eli Willner

Eli Willner

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“The greatest gift that I can give my clients is the belief that they make sense. Despite what may be going on, despite your self-despair, despite your chaos, I believe you make sense.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maleka Hill

Maleka Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I draw from trauma-focused CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques — weaving them together in a way that fits your life, not a rigid protocol.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patricia McGrath

Patricia McGrath

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is practical, direct, and focused on real change. Using approaches like CBT and Motivational Interviewing, we cut through the noise...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maria Augoustinos

Maria Augoustinos

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring 25+ years of diverse experience to our sessions, focusing on meeting clients where they are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Harris, Pmhnp

Dr. Karen Harris, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • West Chester Township, OH


When you are hurting and unable to focus due to anxiety, depression, addiction or whatever the problem, be it your own or someone else's, you want relief. You are not alone. I feel your pain and I am here to help. I am thorough, I obtain genesight testing and labs as appropriate. Book your appointment today!

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Tubbs

Jessica Tubbs

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change with the right support!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Davis

Brittany Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“She brings appropriate humor into the therapeutic space—not to minimize pain, but to foster connection, perspective, and relief while honoring the seriousness of each person's experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tatiana Mitchell

Tatiana Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“It is important to me to listen, to understand, to motivate, and support you along your healing journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Bonine

Chris Bonine

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


My ideal client is someone who is open to the life-changing, transformative solutions that modern psychiatry and mental health can offer. My practice is virtual by design, meeting clients on their terms, during non-traditional hours when they have time to focus on themselves and their needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christopher Kandel

Christopher Kandel

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take a collaborative, holistic approach to therapy, recognizing that emotional well-being is influenced by many aspects of life...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Hunter

Julia Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a mother of 3 children with autism. I have completed my undergraduate studies at Kent State, My graduate studies at Capella University where I did residency in Chicago and Atlanta. I have almost 7 years of experience in the field working in collaboration with ODJFS to help children and families. I live on a small hobby farm in Ohio and enjoy the outdoors.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomes Buchanan

Thomes Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Clients should know that I bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to every session. I specialize in working with neurodiverse individuals, people managing anxiety or depression, and those navigating major life transitions. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, meaning I value your voice in the process and tailor our work together to your unique goals.

I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself without judgment. My role is to listen, guide, and equip you with tools that promote resilience, self-awareness, and growth. I also understand the importance of balancing mental health with real-life challenges like school, work, and relationships, and I integrate practical strategies to help you thrive in each area.

Most importantly, I want clients to know that they are not alone. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on both healing and building the confidence to move forward.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Dustman

Pamela Dustman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is reflective and collaborative. I believe everyone deserves to feel genuinely heard — not just acknowledged, but truly understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Dimmerling

Erica Dimmerling

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in three areas that most therapists aren't equipped for. Religious deconstruction and faith transitions — the complex, often lonely process of questioning or leaving a belief system you built your life around.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Spangenberg

Michelle Spangenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is centered around you — your goals, your pace, and your window of tolerance for each session.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Abby Galloway

Abby Galloway

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Abby works collaboratively with the client and meets them where they are, recognizing that they are their own life expert...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Hiatt

John Hiatt

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I try to build rapport early on in the relationship. I want folks to relax and just be themselves as they relate to me their issues they would like to work through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tecky Rusk

Tecky Rusk

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have experience working with those who have served both in and out of wartime as well as with the family members who are left behind during deployment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Merope Patterson

Merope Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Healing brings greater confidence, personal growth, more fulfilling relationships, and a renewed sense of joy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Zuercher

Timothy Zuercher

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I approach therapy with curiosity and compassion, seeking to collaborate with my clients and their families to work toward achieving wholeness and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Ghersi

Angela Ghersi

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I most frequently use combined treatment approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Relaxation and Creative therapies to develop skills to feel better with new perspectives on...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Anderson

Deborah Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I earned my Master's degree while raising my family as a single mother, and that experience deepened my compassion for people who are trying to care for themselves while carrying many responsibilities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ankadine Jean

Ankadine Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


I’m a warm and charismatic PMHNP who takes a holistic and participatory approach to care. I specialize in treating depression and anxiety, helping clients feel empowered and supported throughout their healing journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Darlene Neal

Darlene Neal

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello, I am Darlene Neal, a Licensed Independent Social Worker with 35 years of experience. My clinical work has been devoted to Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Life Transitions.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raychel Fusting

Raychel Fusting

Therapist

Virtual • Powell, OH


“I provide a warm and engaging environment to my clients. I take as much time as needed to build rapport and trust and most importantly, I move at the client's pace.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Diana Dunn

Diana Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I listen wholeheartedly and engage fully in each session, with the intention that you feel accepted, understood, and empowered to do the work you want to do in therapy.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Carissa Johnson

Carissa Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use an eclectic approach, utilizing solution focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Kettlewood

Anna Kettlewood

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a very open-minded therapist. I have worked with a large range of different people in different settings. I have worked with kiddos from age 4 to adults aged 70+ and have found what works best for each individual I work with. I studied my undergrad at Cleveland State University and got my masters at Northeastern State University in Oklahoma. After, I worked school-base, home-based, as well as within the workers comp world so have worked with a little of everything!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen McCollough

Karen McCollough

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“I have worked in the counseling field for over 12 years. My strengths are my passion for what I do and my strong listening skills.”
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Galik

David Galik

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware, OH


I approach to counseling and therapy is that we're all striving to connect with our whole or "essence" self that resides within us. I see myself as a facilitator of that change. I am a holistic and trauma-informed therapist with some twenty-five years' experience.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Close

Donna Close

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have served individuals experiencing mental health symptoms and co-occurring disorders for 20 years. I am a social worker, a therapist and an independent provider for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Maple

Rebecca Maple

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, collaborative, validating, and solutions-focused. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard and understood, while also gaining practical tools to create real change in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Lewis

Brittany Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Dayton, OH


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore challenges, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Lockwood

Samuel Lockwood

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Initial session includes developing professional relationship, exploration of problems to be addressed, and a look ahead at specific goals to achieving success.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Veler

Jacqueline Veler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Oak Harbor, OH


Jacki Veler, MSN, PMHNP, FNP, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 16 years of nursing experience. She earned her MSN as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Spring Arbor University in 2021 and her PMHNP Graduate Certificate from the University of Toledo in 2022. At NewHeart Mental Health and Wellness in Oak Harbor, Ohio, she delivers in person and remote outpatient psychiatry and addiction treatment for adults and children across the entire lifespan. She also provides inpatient psychiatric care at a behavioral health hospital.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bethany Ghattas

Bethany Ghattas

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with clients in a collaborative, client-centered style, and use an eclectic approach incoprorating aspects from various modalities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Cleveland, OH

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Cleveland, OH
There are over 47 therapists in Cleveland, OH accepting new patients.
47+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 87%Trauma
  • 85%Stress management
  • 77%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 13%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 19%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 2%Advanced Practice Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Cleveland

Searching for therapists in Cleveland starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist experience matches your needs. Cleveland therapists may list specialties such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose training, listed specialties, and approach align with what you want to address. Provider bios can also help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling.

Cleveland offers a broad range of therapy options across neighborhoods and nearby communities, from downtown and Ohio City to Lakewood, Tremont, and surrounding areas. Your best fit may depend on more than location. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions near work or home, or virtual therapy that fits more easily around your schedule. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, care approach, and what to expect in a first session.

Therapy in Cleveland can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and see an estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. You can browse therapists in Cleveland, review bios, compare virtual and in-person availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.