Meet Our Team of Mental Health Counselors in Ohio!
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Anna Brewer, LISW-S
Anna is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health counseling services in Ohio, specializing in anxiety counseling and support for major life changes and transitions. With a mindful approach, Anna helps clients cultivate mindfulness and acceptance of their thoughts and feelings while also empowering them to navigate life's challenges with resilience and grace.
Through therapy sessions tailored to each individual's needs, Anna equips her clients with practical tools and strategies to manage anxiety, cope with stress, and adapt to significant life changes. Clients emerge from counseling feeling empowered, confident, and capable of facing life's challenges head-on.
If you're seeking professional support to navigate anxiety, life transitions, or major changes, Anna is here to help. Contact her today to schedule your counseling session and take the first step towards a happier, healthier life.
Kali Purnell, LISW
Whether you’re navigating life struggles, trauma, or relationship challenges, Kali will draw on your passions to foster a deeper understanding and encourage healing and empowerment. As a fan of all things geek, she utilizes elements from video games, comics, and movies to help clients explore their feelings, experiences and build coping skills in a relatable and fun way.
Kali is trained in EMDR, a powerful therapy technique that helps clients process trauma and distressing memories. Additionally, she works with couples to enhance and repair relationships.
Maleshia Neugbeuer, LISW-S
Maleshia brings over two decades of experience as a licensed therapist to her practice, offering culturally-competent and empathic support to individuals and communities. With a strong background in various therapeutic modalities, she specializes in addressing a wide range of issues across different domains.
In her practice, Maleshia focuses on supporting individuals in healthcare settings, offering assistance with coping strategies, crisis intervention, goal-setting, and navigating grief and loss. She also works closely with non-profit organizations, helping individuals foster social connections, manage depression, and combat feelings of loneliness.
Furthermore, Maleshia is dedicated to addressing cultural traumas, providing support for issues such as anxiety, racism, discrimination, and relationship challenges. Through her compassionate and client-centered approach, she empowers individuals to navigate life's complexities and overcome obstacles, fostering healing and growth within themselves and their communities.
Bri Salgado, SWT
(Supervised by Anna Brewer, LISW-S)
Briana is a passionate student social worker dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges. She is currently pursuing her Master’s in Social Work degree at The Ohio State University, and she is gaining hands-on experience in diverse areas such as mental health, substance use disorder, and domestic violence. She believes in empowering people by providing a safe, compassionate space where individuals can express themselves, explore their goals, and develop strategies to thrive. By fostering resilience, healing, and positive growth, she helps clients face challenges. Under the guidance of the experienced professionals at Embrace Connections Counseling, she is committed to helping clients navigate personal and emotional obstacles with care and empathy.
Megan Posinski, LISW
Megan is dedicated to providing specialized counseling services tailored to address a variety of needs, including anxiety, teen counseling, and support for life transitions. With a passion for mental wellness, Megan offers compassionate guidance to individuals facing daily stressors, past traumas, or personal goals.
Through collaborative goal-setting and empowerment techniques, Megan works closely with clients to navigate life's twists and turns. By equipping clients with practical tools and strategies, Megan empowers them to overcome challenges and celebrate successes along their journey towards healing and growth.
Janice Land, LISW
Janice is committed to supporting teens and adults in embracing their authentic selves. Specializing in counseling for Asian American and Pacific Islanders, she provides a safe and inclusive space for clients to express their feelings, share laughter, and explore deeper issues.
Janice's mission is to create a nurturing environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Rather than focusing on what's "wrong," she works collaboratively with clients to enhance their understanding of themselves and equip them with tools to improve their quality of life. Whether navigating anxiety, life changes, or teen-related challenges, Janice is dedicated to guiding clients towards personal growth and empowerment.
Sarah Bryson, LISW-S
Sarah specializes in providing counseling support for adults navigating anxiety, major life transitions, and depression. Utilizing a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, she assists clients in finding balance amidst life's challenges and acquiring coping skills to effectively manage stressors.
Through Sarah's guidance, clients can expect to receive active support as they explore their emotions and experiences. With her approach, clients develop a renewed sense of self-confidence and resilience, ultimately becoming more emotionally balanced and aligned with their true selves. By addressing anxiety, major life transitions, and depression, Sarah empowers clients to regain control of their lives and embark on a journey of personal growth and fulfillment.