Our therapists offer help for LGBTQ+ issues in Cincinnati, OH

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult challenges. I specialize in helping clients work through trauma, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, anger, anxiety, depression, and borderline personality disorder. My goal is to create a therapeutic space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward healing and growth.

I earned my Master’s in Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College. I’m trained in dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. My approach is collaborative, flexible, and tailored to each person’s strengths, needs, and goals.

Building trust, fostering resilience, and supporting lasting change are at the heart of my work. I believe every individual has the capacity to heal and thrive, and my role is to guide that process with empathy, honesty, and respect. Together, we’ll create a path that aligns with your values and vision for your life.

I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 18 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and older adults through life’s challenges. I work with individuals navigating life transitions, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, and physical or mental health concerns. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients feel understood while working toward improved well-being and quality of life.

I earned my master's degree in social work from Cleveland State University. My approach is holistic and client-centered, recognizing the strong connection between mental and physical health. I focus on helping clients build practical skills, strengthen self-awareness, and develop tools that support personal growth and lasting change.

Starting therapy or beginning again with a new therapist can feel overwhelming. I strive to meet you exactly where you are, offering empathy, understanding, and a judgment-free environment where you can speak openly. We will identify your goals and work toward restoring balance, rebuilding what feels lost, and helping you move forward with confidence.

Anissa Mahmood recognizes that in today’s rapidly changing world, it is more necessary than ever to prioritize personal wellness and build resiliency against life’s stressors. Anissa is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio with over six years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking help for a variety of mental health and behavioral issues. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bowling Green State University, graduating summa cum laude, and received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Syracuse University. Anissa utilizes humanistic, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, family systems, diversity conscious, and motivational interviewing techniques and approaches to help individuals meet their personal treatment goals. Anissa believes in the importance of developing a collaborative relationship between the client and therapist. She seeks to provide a safe, welcoming environment for individuals to feel comfortable focusing on their wellness needs.

Sophia Fisher is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. As a therapist, they help individuals process and make meaning from past experiences while working toward significant and hopeful change. She specializes in supporting adults and adolescents in navigating struggles like life transitions, identity development, trauma, depression, anxiety, and systemic stress.

Sophia completed a combined Master of Social Work/Master of Public Health at The Ohio State University. They are trained in the use of EMDR therapy (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy) to process and heal past trauma. She has also completed Star Behavioral Health Provider training, which teaches civilian clinicians to better serve military-connected individuals.

As a nerdy, disabled, genderqueer person from a religious background, Sophia is acutely aware of the complexities of navigating a world that isn’t designed for you. They use this awareness to make space for all kinds of people, especially those whose mental health is not prioritized by our society. Sophia’s approach is collaborative and flexible, helping clients understand how past experiences shape present patterns while building practical skills for healing, resilience, and personal growth.

You are the expert on your own life, and your therapist’s role is to support you in reaching the goals that matter most to you. Sophia would love to help you develop the tools to move forward in your life with clarity and confidence. If you are ready to begin, reach out to schedule an appointment.

Cecilia Siegel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), who has dedicated her personal and professional commitments towards helping others find a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Cecilia works with individuals to address concerns specific to depression, anxiety, intimacy, relationships, and work related stress. Cecilia focus’ on utilizing an eclectic approach of various psychological interventions, counseling therapies, and counseling techniques, such as, but not limited to; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, and Mindfulness based interventions.

Cecilia has obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Allegheny College in 2014, and completed graduate school with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ohio University in 2016, with a dual specialization in Rehabilitation Counseling. Cecilia has experience working with individuals with issues concerning social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and adjustment concerns.

Services are NOT in-person and video: Video ONLY

Anna Cummins is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio who has 15 years of experience working in a variety of therapeutic settings that treat individuals suffering from addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflict. She is skilled at working with adolescents, emerging adults, and those in middle adulthood.

Anna completed her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Ohio University and received her Master of Education in Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College In addition, Anna completed her Ph.D. in Counselor Education, and Supervision from Lindsey Wilson College in 2023. Her therapeutic style focuses on being open-minded, providing a nonjudgmental experience, and meeting her clients where they are in their current situation. 

Anna takes an integrative approach in her interventions based on the client's needs. Her intervention preferences are cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, person-centered therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, mindfulness, and group therapy. Anna focuses on building a strong collaborative relationship with clients to enhance their ability to focus on their unique strengths and abilities that allow them to meet their individual goals.

Andi Yates is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 7 years of experience. Andi specializes in a variety of concerns, including anxiety and depression, trauma, neurodiversity, relationship issues, including intimacy concerns, LGBTQ+ identities and relationships, coping with change, and developmental concerns. She has experience working with both youth and adults to support them in unique challenges that each stage of life presents.

Andi received her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. As a horticultural therapist, Andi expertly weaves metaphor into her therapy sessions. Andi uses a wide range of tools, including emotionally focused therapy, systems theory, social justice therapy, somatic methods, and solution-focused therapy.

Andi works alongside her clients to find their inner strengths and pairs practical tools with emotional processing. Andi is deeply passionate about being a cheerleader for her clients and helping them celebrate themselves and their accomplishments. She is ready to support you in your journey, wherever it may lead.

Nan Little is a Licensed Clinical Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She loves working with young adults, adults, and couples in untangling the challenges of living a rewarding life. Her specialties include working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, complex trauma, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, boundaries, life transitions, and relationship issues.

Nan completed her Master of Science in Education, Community Counseling focus at Capital University. Nan's wealth of experience, coupled with her intuitive and curious nature, offers clients a unique opportunity for growth. She turns clients' insights and "a-ha" moments born of collaborative work into actionable, memorable behavioral and emotional changes.

Life is hard. Therapy can feel strange. We are all doing our best to figure it out. Let Nan help you untangle, move forward, and live (not just survive). You will definitely laugh, most likely cry, and feel really messy at points, and it is absolutely okay. If you would like to try and figure it out, reach out and get scheduled.

Dr. Erin Sheplavy is a Licensed Psychologist and Drama Therapist with 7 years of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Erin has worked in various settings such as schools, partial hospitalization, community mental health, and private practice, which has allowed them to gain a wide range of skills to create individualized treatment approaches for each client. They are passionate about helping adolescents, young adults, parents, and couples explore, process, and work through patterns and behaviors that may cause stress, tension, or distress. Dr. Erin specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, gender and sexuality, life transitions, eating disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, anger management, women's issues, self-esteem, and relationship issues.

Dr. Erin completed their Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and their Drama Therapy training through the alternative track at the Center for Creative Arts Therapy. Creativity is an important part of their life and they bring this into their therapeutic work through working collaboratively with clients to find an individualized approach that best suits their needs in therapy. Dr. Erin's work with clients is based in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TFCBT), relational therapy, and client-centered therapy. In working with diverse clientele throughout their career, they value exploring the various systems at play within a client's life including family rules, gender roles, racism, power dynamics, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, and more. Dr. Erin has training in exposure response prevention and eating disorders in which they can work with clients to foster an effective relationship with food and their body as well as help individuals gain control over their fears, worries, and compulsions. In prioritizing creating an individualized approach, they also recognize that not everyone can express their emotions and experiences through words. Dr. Erin's training in Drama Therapy allows them to create a space in which clients can explore through use of art, poetry, movement, song, and embodiment in order to express themselves.

We live in a society that prioritizes productivity, perfection, grit, and perseverance, which can create unattainable standards and high levels of stress. Life is filled with transitions, loss, growth, and expectations that can make it difficult to find clarity in your wants, needs, and identity. Dr. Erin is ready to support you in working through these experiences in order to build skills, insight, and perspective that can help you lead a more authentic and effective life.

Rebeccah Tacelosky is licensed in Ohio with 30 years of professional work experience. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and depression. She believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She is able to tailor your dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. Rebeccah is here to support & empower you in that journey. She holds a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University.

Rebeccah has professional experience providing support to clients at hospitals, schools, the courts, and in their homes. She has worked in different states and internationally. She considers it a privilege to connect with people, often at the lowest point of their lives, and takes this role very seriously.

Life seems to be more challenging than ever. Sharing struggles in a safe place can help you move from confusion to clarity. In everything she does, Rebeccah brings a deep sense of compassion, warmth, and humor that can immediately make you believe things are going to get better. If you are ready to feel better, schedule an appointment with her today.

Cory Capitini is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. He has over 7 years of experience providing assessment and services to teens, adults, and couples. Some of Cory’s primary focus areas include depression/anxiety management, anger issues, stress management, life transitions, and career counseling. 

Cory completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the City University of New York, Queens College, where he also received his Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. He utilizes patient-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational-focused approaches to therapy. He is highly adaptable, meeting the unique needs of every client and couple at each stage of their counseling process.

Cory aims to provide a calm, caring, and fun environment for you to develop new life skills and work towards your personal goals. Through engaging conversations, Cory helps pave and navigate your individualized path to success in your counseling journey.

Jen started out working with adjudicated youth in a day program, and then spent ten years working with both youth and adults in an outpatient mental health agency. During those ten years, Jen worked with people of many different ages, races, social groups, and gender identities. This experience was invaluable as she learned that everyone is different, has different needs, and has more potential than they may realize.

In addition to years of volunteering in her community since she was a teenager, Jen has a Bachelor of Psychology and a Master of Marriage and Family Counseling, both from Wright State University. Jen interned, worked, taught, and later managed at an agency that provided therapy, day programs, group therapy, case management, and substance use treatment for people of all ages.

Jen brings her years of experience and her education to the session to partner with her clients. While she is the professional in the session, she sees her client as the expert in their own life. Jen and her client work together to explore and identify the problem, what they want to do about it, and how to work toward that outcome. Some people come to therapy struggling with shame or embarrassment, and need to connect with their therapist before they can open up about the really hard stuff. Jen encourages her clients to set the pace, and empowers them to speak up if they need something different. Schedule your intake appointment to start your partnership.

Alannah Bihl is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 4 years of experience supporting clients from diverse cultures and life experiences. They specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, chronic illness, LGBTQIA+ issues, and neurodivergence. Alannah empowers clients to be their most authentic selves through psychoeducation and self-advocacy and is passionate about helping clients develop resilience, foster strengths, and cultivate their narratives.

Alannah earned their Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ohio University. They utilize an eclectic approach rooted in feminist theory to foster collaboration in the therapeutic process and emphasize that the client is the expert in their own life. Alannah integrates techniques from solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and reality therapies.

Alannah's journey has provided insight into the complexities of intersectionality and resilience. It has also fostered a deep commitment to creating an inclusive, empathetic environment for clients. Alannah is equipped with a nuanced perspective and they are dedicated to helping you find your path to healing and self-acceptance.