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Top therapists in Independence, OH accepting new patients

Mental health care in Independence, Ohio is accessible through Headway's network of 1,901 providers across neighborhoods including Valley View, Brecksville, and Seven Hills. Get matched with the right fit for talk therapy or medication management, with sessions as affordable as $0 through insurance.

Jasmine Walters

Jasmine Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • North Olmsted, OH


“I take a very relational approach, placing a high priority on building trust and rapport with my clients.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Becca Nicely

Becca Nicely

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Berea, OH


“I take a systemic approach to counseling, considering the whole person and all the systems that impact them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Simon

Jennifer Simon

Therapist

In-person • 10 mi away • Solon, OH


“EMDR along with mindfulness practices can create new neuropathways in your brain which will help you feel better and develop new lasting beliefs and behaviors that can improve your quality of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Gray-Sheppard

Felicia Gray-Sheppard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Akron, OH


“My therapeutic style is always focused on being Person-Centered, compassionate, collaborative and trauma informed.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Swirsky

Sarah Swirsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Akron, OH


“I'm a trauma-sensitive, neurodivergent-affirming and social-justice minded therapist who offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for healing, reflection, and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Lanza

Sarah Lanza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Chagrin Falls, OH


“Sarah's goal is for you to leave each session feeling better about yourself and better about your life circumstances.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carrie Singer

Carrie Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Stow, OH


“It is possible to grow and thrive after traumatic events and I am here to provide hope for others to do so.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Samantha Radel

Samantha Radel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Berea, OH


“I utilize an eclectic combination of techniques including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and Gottman Method couples therapy to help my clients through the hardships of being human.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Koewler

Michelle Koewler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Medina, OH


“You'll be met with empathy, authenticity, and genuine presence, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and seen.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mina Sakamoto

Mina Sakamoto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Akron, OH


“My integrative approach helps you explore hidden patterns of thinking while learning to engage more deeply with the present moment, clarify your values, and find meaning.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alec Male

Alec Male

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“I offer a nonjudgmental, open-minded approach, blending humor with directness to foster a safe, authentic space for self-discovery.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chase Klingshirn

Chase Klingshirn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“I have a very informal and approachable style. I feel that I work well with various personalities and learning types.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Otimbum Wilson

Otimbum Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Euclid, OH


“Your goals are what are important to me and will be the foundation of our therapeutic journey together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Heather Anderson

Heather Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Westlake, OH


“My greatest strengths lie in creating a supportive, affirming space where clients feel truly seen and heard, especially those navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Matthew Haines

Matthew Haines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Streetsboro, OH


As a former firefighter, paramedic, and emergency planner, Matthew deeply understands the impact of trauma on those who served and protect. His mission is to help all individuals move beyond survival-toward healing, wholeness, and hope.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Akron, OH


My name is Jeannine Taylor. I earned a Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy and a Doctoral Degree from Kent State University. I also am Assistant Professor of Family & Community Medicine at Northeast Ohio College of Medicine. I enjoy helping people balance work and family; navigate the challenges before, during and after divorce; and cope with changes associated with midlife and later life. I also help clients make career decisions and establish educational goals.

PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW COUPLES AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2026; HOWEVER, I AM ACCEPTING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Caroline Woolf

Caroline Woolf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Akron, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside clients through warm, collaborative conversations that honor their backgrounds and values, providing space for both big emotions and concrete tools to use between sessions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nathaniel Lamkin

Dr. Nathaniel Lamkin

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Akron, OH


“I blend deep compassion with genuine honesty to help you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and relationships shape your unique story.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kassandra Johnston

Kassandra Johnston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Cuyahoga Falls, OH


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling validated, empowered and certain they are on the right track to elevating their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ryan Colby

Ryan Colby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Akron, OH


“My goal is to help you understand yourself in greater depth, heal old wounds, and pursue purposeful growth.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Norman

Michele Norman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • North Ridgeville, OH


“Approachable, empathetic, extremely open-minded, easy to talk to and weird are some of the ways I've been described in the past by previous patients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kathryn Dann

Kathryn Dann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Willoughby, OH


“My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and move toward lasting healing—not just symptom relief.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Smith

Emma Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • North Ridgeville, OH


“My style is collaborative and relationship-focused, blending empathy and humor to help my clients feel empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Ayers

Melissa Ayers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Sheffield, OH


I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor in Ohio with experience supporting children, teens, and adults through challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I aim to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Becky Lester-Black

Becky Lester-Black

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Sheffield, OH


“I consider myself to be a change agent and my areas of expertise include trauma, grief and loss, end of life issues, parenting concerns, anxiety, and depression.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Rivera

Jessica Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Grafton, OH


“I guide you in creating a path to ease suffering and emotional struggle through a holistic approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Wolfe

Karen Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“I believe in creating a supportive and collaborative environment, empowering my clients to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Whitten

Jennifer Whitten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“As an empathetic, down-to-earth therapist, I believe in walking alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Kelleher

Nicole Kelleher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Willoughby, OH


“Nicole is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can process their stories, develop coping skills, and move toward lasting emotional well-being.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Juliana Branch

Juliana Branch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“I create a positive, warm, safe, non-judgmental environment that helps build trust in the therapeutic relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Damion Boyd

Damion Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment utilizing care, sensitivity, with a little humor that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liesa Kaye

Liesa Kaye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Green, OH


As an Independent Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to finding your joy. I have been in practice for 11 years focusing on individuals navigating the impact of anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, working with couples, and parent mentoring.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Freeman-Clark

Chris Freeman-Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Tallmadge, OH


“I like to keep things casual and conversational. I like to get to know clients early in the process and especially their developmental and family history.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Sitko

Jamie Sitko

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Hiram, OH


“I collaborate with you integrating Assessment, Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Psycho-Education, and Mind/Body techniques.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kayla Flowers

Kayla Flowers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chesterland, OH


“I always say that everyone could use a counselor at some point in their life because life is just hard.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ilona Ponomariova

Ilona Ponomariova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“My nonjudgmental approach allows people to feel safe and validated. My lived experience enables me to empathize with my clients, empowering them and facilitating change.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Huston

Megan Huston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“When ADHD or executive functioning is part of the picture, I also bring specialized training and personal insight...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bernadette Sisk

Bernadette Sisk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. I believe treatment works best when clients feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I'm passionate about supporting you through life transitions, and my approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to meet you where you are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Independence, OH

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Independence, OH
There are over 63 therapists in Independence, OH accepting new patients.
63+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
  • 76%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Japanese
  • 2%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 17%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 16%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent 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 Therapist in Independence

Finding therapists in Independence starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist background fits your needs. You may be looking for care related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or a life transition. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and experience with concerns like yours. A therapist’s profile can help you understand whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

In a smaller city like Independence, local in-person openings may be more limited than in nearby Cleveland, Brecksville, or Seven Hills. Virtual therapy can expand your options while keeping access to Ohio-licensed therapists who fit your schedule. As you narrow your search, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, session format, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.

Therapy in Independence can be a significant expense without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who take your insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person care when available. You can browse therapists, review profiles, and book directly when you find a fit.

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