Narrative Therapists in Cuyahoga County, OH
Beth M Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSA, LISW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
I am a licensed independent social worker with a PhD in psychology (academic degree). My humanistic approach engages clients in active collaboration on the content/direction of therapy. I strive to make the therapeutic space & time warm, welcoming, & safe, to provide clients the ability to focus on problems. I have extensive experience working within healthcare & hospice environments, & have a strong understanding of medical issues. I utilize strengths-based approaches in counseling individuals, couples, & families. Techniques are based on therapies including; EMDR, mindfulness, acceptance, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, narrative, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, & client-centered therapy. My dissertation focused on existential suffering at end of life.
I am a licensed independent social worker with a PhD in psychology (academic degree). My humanistic approach engages clients in active collaboration on the content/direction of therapy. I strive to make the therapeutic space & time warm, welcoming, & safe, to provide clients the ability to focus on problems. I have extensive experience working within healthcare & hospice environments, & have a strong understanding of medical issues. I utilize strengths-based approaches in counseling individuals, couples, & families. Techniques are based on therapies including; EMDR, mindfulness, acceptance, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, narrative, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, & client-centered therapy. My dissertation focused on existential suffering at end of life.
Amanda Sabo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
This often includes a mix of narrative therapy, CBT and solution-focused work to gently challenge clients to take small, agreed upon, action oriented steps in order to guide them on a path towards healing.
Amanda has served a diverse range of clients, including those with mood disorders, those struggling with various hardships in life, and most recently, empowering caregivers with oppositional teens. She has experience working with ages 14 and up, with a primary focus of working with adults. Her areas of specialty include mood disorders, life transitions, relationship issues, faith/spiritual issues, trauma/PTSD, helping professionals, criminal/legal issues, parenting and maternal issues and supporting individuals post abortion and the unique issues they may face.
This often includes a mix of narrative therapy, CBT and solution-focused work to gently challenge clients to take small, agreed upon, action oriented steps in order to guide them on a path towards healing.
Amanda has served a diverse range of clients, including those with mood disorders, those struggling with various hardships in life, and most recently, empowering caregivers with oppositional teens. She has experience working with ages 14 and up, with a primary focus of working with adults. Her areas of specialty include mood disorders, life transitions, relationship issues, faith/spiritual issues, trauma/PTSD, helping professionals, criminal/legal issues, parenting and maternal issues and supporting individuals post abortion and the unique issues they may face.
Annika Jernigan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
Other therapeutic approaches she uses include DBT, CBT, Mindfulness/Meditative practices, Narrative, and Solution-Focused interventions.
Annika has experience counseling those navigating a multitude of challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, discrimination, economic instability, developmental concerns, behavioral difficulties, grief, identity concerns/concerns related to the LGBTQIA experience, self-harm, and suicidality.
Other therapeutic approaches she uses include DBT, CBT, Mindfulness/Meditative practices, Narrative, and Solution-Focused interventions.
Annika has experience counseling those navigating a multitude of challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, discrimination, economic instability, developmental concerns, behavioral difficulties, grief, identity concerns/concerns related to the LGBTQIA experience, self-harm, and suicidality.
Rachael Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122
I utilize several modalities, such as narrative therapy, strength-based therapy, positive psychology techniques, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
I am a culturally aware, LGBTIA+ affirming, sex-positive, body-positive, and flexible clinician who believes that a “one-size fits all” approach to counseling does not exist! I emphasize trauma-informed care in my work and am dedicated to spending as much time as possible establishing a positive, comfortable, and supportive relationship with all of my clients. I practice from the idea that each client is the expert in their own lives, while also emphasizing the importance of receiving an additional, professional perspective.
I utilize several modalities, such as narrative therapy, strength-based therapy, positive psychology techniques, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
I am a culturally aware, LGBTIA+ affirming, sex-positive, body-positive, and flexible clinician who believes that a “one-size fits all” approach to counseling does not exist! I emphasize trauma-informed care in my work and am dedicated to spending as much time as possible establishing a positive, comfortable, and supportive relationship with all of my clients. I practice from the idea that each client is the expert in their own lives, while also emphasizing the importance of receiving an additional, professional perspective.
Samantha Radel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Berea, OH 44017
The stories we remember and tell about our lives inform who we are and who we want to be. It is a privilege to hold space for the stories my clients tell as we work together to find meaning and purpose within them. I utilize an eclectic combination of techniques including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and solution-focused therapy to help my clients through the hardships of being human. If you are struggling to communicate with your partner, are having difficulty managing your anxiety, or are generally feeling overwhelmed by life's many changes and demands, then you are in the right place.
The stories we remember and tell about our lives inform who we are and who we want to be. It is a privilege to hold space for the stories my clients tell as we work together to find meaning and purpose within them. I utilize an eclectic combination of techniques including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and solution-focused therapy to help my clients through the hardships of being human. If you are struggling to communicate with your partner, are having difficulty managing your anxiety, or are generally feeling overwhelmed by life's many changes and demands, then you are in the right place.
Spencer Kline
Counselor, MA, LPCC, ASAT
Verified Verified
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
My therapeutic approach is centered on connecting with clients, giving them the opportunity to share their story, and ultimately equipping and empowering them to change the narrative of their story in a way that will help them to thrive. I find it particularly rewarding to create a space where those who feel unheard can truly find their voice. Connection, authenticity, and vulnerability are foundational in the way I relate to clients. I am passionate about coming alongside people who are hungry for personal development to help them on their growth journey.
My therapeutic approach is centered on connecting with clients, giving them the opportunity to share their story, and ultimately equipping and empowering them to change the narrative of their story in a way that will help them to thrive. I find it particularly rewarding to create a space where those who feel unheard can truly find their voice. Connection, authenticity, and vulnerability are foundational in the way I relate to clients. I am passionate about coming alongside people who are hungry for personal development to help them on their growth journey.
Vanessa Wortmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44115 (Online Only)
I am a firm believer in the power of storytelling as a therapeutic tool, therefore I utilize narrative therapy techniques into my work. By listening attentively and fostering a non-judgmental environment, I encourage clients to share their unique stories and explore new perspectives in order to re-author their life and externalize their identified problems rather than internalize. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and I enjoy working with those who deal with concerns of anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, and anger management.
I am a firm believer in the power of storytelling as a therapeutic tool, therefore I utilize narrative therapy techniques into my work. By listening attentively and fostering a non-judgmental environment, I encourage clients to share their unique stories and explore new perspectives in order to re-author their life and externalize their identified problems rather than internalize. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and I enjoy working with those who deal with concerns of anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, and anger management.
Hilary Rieman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, AT-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44111
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. , who through authentic relationship building helps adults collaboratively to feel empowered with their current life narrative. I assists adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety and depression.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. , who through authentic relationship building helps adults collaboratively to feel empowered with their current life narrative. I assists adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Mary Rose Tichar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCC
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44119
I use a narrative and life design approach, the Myers Briggs Type Indicator, StrengthsFinder, and explore career interests using the Holland Theory for guiding you towards your full potential and calling.
Hello! I am a career counselor, life coach, and a licensed professional counselor with 20 years of experience. Your natural talent and strengths, along with meaning and purpose for your work, is the cornerstone of a satisfying career. At InsideOut, we talk a lot about your natural talent and we build narratives and communication strategies for interviews and networking. We work a process that builds confidence and clarity for who you are, and the value you bring to your work. If you are an early, mid, or seasoned person seeking a pathway forward, please connect with me. I look forward to meeting you!
I use a narrative and life design approach, the Myers Briggs Type Indicator, StrengthsFinder, and explore career interests using the Holland Theory for guiding you towards your full potential and calling.
Hello! I am a career counselor, life coach, and a licensed professional counselor with 20 years of experience. Your natural talent and strengths, along with meaning and purpose for your work, is the cornerstone of a satisfying career. At InsideOut, we talk a lot about your natural talent and we build narratives and communication strategies for interviews and networking. We work a process that builds confidence and clarity for who you are, and the value you bring to your work. If you are an early, mid, or seasoned person seeking a pathway forward, please connect with me. I look forward to meeting you!
Jasmine Chappell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Beachwood, OH 44122 (Online Only)
I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative therapy to support your wellbeing.
Life experiences and exposure can present constant barriers to living whole. These same experiences can be overwhelming, and keep you stuck in exhausting cycles. Although the steps ahead may be challenging and different from what you have experienced thus far, I encourage you to keep moving. My ideal clients are adults with challenges regarding everyday life, trauma, identity, faith and spirituality issues but committed to the process of self-awareness, healing, and growth.
I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative therapy to support your wellbeing.
Life experiences and exposure can present constant barriers to living whole. These same experiences can be overwhelming, and keep you stuck in exhausting cycles. Although the steps ahead may be challenging and different from what you have experienced thus far, I encourage you to keep moving. My ideal clients are adults with challenges regarding everyday life, trauma, identity, faith and spirituality issues but committed to the process of self-awareness, healing, and growth.
Andre Ross
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Berea, OH 44017
I am an EMDR therapist, and also incorporate CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy techniques.
Through life’s messiness, it can be easy to lose track of who we are and where we want to go. Therapy can help remind us that our past traumas and current stressors shape us, but need not define us. As a therapist, it’s with compassion, understanding, and humor that I offer a space for self-discovery and self-actualization. Whatever brought you here, I strive to connect not just as therapist-and-client, but as people. My areas of focus include trauma, grief, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, and navigating life transitions.
I am an EMDR therapist, and also incorporate CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy techniques.
Through life’s messiness, it can be easy to lose track of who we are and where we want to go. Therapy can help remind us that our past traumas and current stressors shape us, but need not define us. As a therapist, it’s with compassion, understanding, and humor that I offer a space for self-discovery and self-actualization. Whatever brought you here, I strive to connect not just as therapist-and-client, but as people. My areas of focus include trauma, grief, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, and navigating life transitions.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LIMFT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44128
My focus is solution-focused brief and narrative therapy and I incorporate mindfulness-based treatment modalities and trauma-focused strategies that shift the brain's processing of pain, emotion and foundational beliefs.
Are you looking to live a more authentic life? I work gently but powerfully with individuals, couples and families to rediscover and co-create a future that is rich with possibility and promise. If you have felt burdened and overwhelmed by your history and related trauma, I invite you to work with me to re-story your life and uncover the richness, vibrancy and dynamism that is unique to you and that will enable you to regain access to your full sense of personal empowerment and integration on all levels. I am honored to share this sacred journey with you.
My focus is solution-focused brief and narrative therapy and I incorporate mindfulness-based treatment modalities and trauma-focused strategies that shift the brain's processing of pain, emotion and foundational beliefs.
Are you looking to live a more authentic life? I work gently but powerfully with individuals, couples and families to rediscover and co-create a future that is rich with possibility and promise. If you have felt burdened and overwhelmed by your history and related trauma, I invite you to work with me to re-story your life and uncover the richness, vibrancy and dynamism that is unique to you and that will enable you to regain access to your full sense of personal empowerment and integration on all levels. I am honored to share this sacred journey with you.
Ryan Fernandez
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44115 (Online Only)
Having focused on substance use disorders in graduate school, Ryan recognizes the importance of meeting his clients where they are and treats them holistically using evidence-based techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, rational emotive therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, and existential therapy.
Ryan Fernandez is both a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with 5 years of experience as a clinician. He is passionate about empowering diverse individuals, couples, and groups to accomplish their mental health goals. Ryan specializes in self-esteem issues, relationship issues, grief, spirituality, substance-related and addictive disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, personality disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. Ryan has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University.
Having focused on substance use disorders in graduate school, Ryan recognizes the importance of meeting his clients where they are and treats them holistically using evidence-based techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, rational emotive therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, and existential therapy.
Ryan Fernandez is both a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with 5 years of experience as a clinician. He is passionate about empowering diverse individuals, couples, and groups to accomplish their mental health goals. Ryan specializes in self-esteem issues, relationship issues, grief, spirituality, substance-related and addictive disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, personality disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. Ryan has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University.
Giang Tran
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
I use therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness; I tend to match my techniques to what works best for the client.
Two things are able to exist at once: life is messy AND you can have a safe and collaborative space to work through it. As a clinician, I believe in meeting you where you are and empowering each you from a strength-based approach. Starting therapy can be challenging (it’s not easy telling your innermost thoughts to a stranger!) and I strive to provide a non-judgmental, genuine, affirming, and accepting space. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to provide evidence-based practices to foster your personal growth and to provide education on mental and emotional wellness.
I use therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness; I tend to match my techniques to what works best for the client.
Two things are able to exist at once: life is messy AND you can have a safe and collaborative space to work through it. As a clinician, I believe in meeting you where you are and empowering each you from a strength-based approach. Starting therapy can be challenging (it’s not easy telling your innermost thoughts to a stranger!) and I strive to provide a non-judgmental, genuine, affirming, and accepting space. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to provide evidence-based practices to foster your personal growth and to provide education on mental and emotional wellness.
Melissa A. Sharper
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT
Verified Verified
Beachwood, OH 44122 (Online Only)
Using Narrative, Emotion Focused, & Collaborative Language Systems therapy which emphasizes the significant dialogue captured in session within relational activities discovered through a nurturing therapeutic relationship.
Ms. Sharper is an Independent Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to serving her clients with compassion and magnetic optimism. She aids individuals in the interruption of unhealthy, generational patterns and strategies to combat codependency. Self worth and boundary setting are a focus. She provides couples therapy to foster positive communication skills and implement unique techniques that foster a deeper level of emotional intimacy. Melissa also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education and treats clients with anxiety and depression. Melissa desires that clients develop self empowerment and wholeness one conversation at a time.
Using Narrative, Emotion Focused, & Collaborative Language Systems therapy which emphasizes the significant dialogue captured in session within relational activities discovered through a nurturing therapeutic relationship.
Ms. Sharper is an Independent Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to serving her clients with compassion and magnetic optimism. She aids individuals in the interruption of unhealthy, generational patterns and strategies to combat codependency. Self worth and boundary setting are a focus. She provides couples therapy to foster positive communication skills and implement unique techniques that foster a deeper level of emotional intimacy. Melissa also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education and treats clients with anxiety and depression. Melissa desires that clients develop self empowerment and wholeness one conversation at a time.
Lauren Negrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, OH 44107
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is hard work. Making personal changes that enhance self awareness, figuring out difficult decisions, and looking for a new path forward is not always easy and I would be honored to accompany you on your journey. I rely on a combination of evidenced based practices like cognitive behavioral, dialectical, brief solutions focus, and narrative therapies to customize a plan that we will co-create to suit your needs and goals to help you explore your situation, create understanding and change, and become the best version of yourself.
Therapy is hard work. Making personal changes that enhance self awareness, figuring out difficult decisions, and looking for a new path forward is not always easy and I would be honored to accompany you on your journey. I rely on a combination of evidenced based practices like cognitive behavioral, dialectical, brief solutions focus, and narrative therapies to customize a plan that we will co-create to suit your needs and goals to help you explore your situation, create understanding and change, and become the best version of yourself.
Racheal Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44121
She incorporates narrative, DBT, Adlerian, IFS, and person-centered modalities to utilize a holistic approach that addresses the systemic barriers unique to each client’s success.
Racheal Wilson (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is supervised by Michael Pollak, PCC-S. She provides individual counseling to adolescents (16+) and adults. Her areas of focus include bipolar disorder, dual-diagnosis, substance-use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, complex trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
She incorporates narrative, DBT, Adlerian, IFS, and person-centered modalities to utilize a holistic approach that addresses the systemic barriers unique to each client’s success.
Racheal Wilson (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is supervised by Michael Pollak, PCC-S. She provides individual counseling to adolescents (16+) and adults. Her areas of focus include bipolar disorder, dual-diagnosis, substance-use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, complex trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Laura Lebovitz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beachwood, OH 44122 (Online Only)
I pull from many therapeutic modalities including: DBT, CBT, narrative therapy, and Brene Brown's The Daring Way.
We all go through struggles. Sometimes it can feel difficult to go on the journey to peace, resiliency, and health on our own. Torridon Counseling can help you tap into your inner strength and harness it to create the strongest and healthiest you. Let’s go on that journey together.
I pull from many therapeutic modalities including: DBT, CBT, narrative therapy, and Brene Brown's The Daring Way.
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Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Solon, OH 44139
I use a variety of techniques from various evidence-based therapies including Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Behavior (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT), Narrative, Solution-focused (SFBT), Person-centered (CPT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT), and relaxation techniques.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe environment where self-exploration and insight is achieved; to offering the support and empathy necessary for clients to resolve their own problems; to enabling clients to empower themselves with confidence to reach their own self-defined goals and potentials.
I use a variety of techniques from various evidence-based therapies including Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Behavior (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT), Narrative, Solution-focused (SFBT), Person-centered (CPT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT), and relaxation techniques.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe environment where self-exploration and insight is achieved; to offering the support and empathy necessary for clients to resolve their own problems; to enabling clients to empower themselves with confidence to reach their own self-defined goals and potentials.
Maegdlyn Morris
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44102 (Online Only)
In moving towards accomplishing your goals, I draw from a range of interventions, including narrative therapy, NLP, CBT.
Clients come to me to pursue their life goals and dreams. My clients often arrive knowing where they want to go and simply need support to find the path that leads to building the lives they truly deserve. I greatly enjoy watching people transition into their true selves as they connect fully with their authentic identity, find their voice, renegotiate meaningful relationships and work through difficult emotions that in the past seemed to fight against them, and block their access towards finding resilience. I have a passion for supporting people in my colorful community.
In moving towards accomplishing your goals, I draw from a range of interventions, including narrative therapy, NLP, CBT.
Clients come to me to pursue their life goals and dreams. My clients often arrive knowing where they want to go and simply need support to find the path that leads to building the lives they truly deserve. I greatly enjoy watching people transition into their true selves as they connect fully with their authentic identity, find their voice, renegotiate meaningful relationships and work through difficult emotions that in the past seemed to fight against them, and block their access towards finding resilience. I have a passion for supporting people in my colorful community.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.