Gestalt Therapists in Cincinnati, OH

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to create meaningful, measurable change in how they feel, function, and relate to others. My approach is evidence-based, empathic, and solution-focused, with therapy centered on helping you achieve clear goals so that progress is noticeable in daily life. I work with a wide range of concerns—including anxiety, low mood, loss, self-doubt, and life transitions—and have particular expertise in performance psychology, public speaking anxiety, panic attacks, fear of flying, and questions of purpose or meaning. If you’re unsure whether therapy is the right next step, I also offer a one-time consultation assessment to help clarify what may be contributing to your current stress and identify effective pathways forward, whether through therapy or other strategies.

At the core of my practice is a deep dedication to helping you uncover and live your authentic purpose. This journey is about more than just overcoming obstacles—it’s about finding joy, fulfillment, and meaningful personal growth. Each session is uniquely tailored to your needs, guiding you toward thriving rather than just coping. If you're ready for a transformative experience, I invite you to connect with me. Together, we’ll navigate a path that leads to a life rich with clarity, purpose, and fulfillment.

I am devoted to meeting clients wherever they are in their journey to support them while they navigate life's stressors - including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, caregiver fatigue, family conflict, and poor sense of self.

FREE INTRO Session - to see if we're a good fit. My main focus is working with ACAs - adults who were raised in an alcoholic / narcissistic family. The long-term goal is to uncover your True Self, develop a Loving Parent voice, heal the Wounded Child, & encourage the Healthy Child to shine. Together we identify the harsh beliefs you absorbed from your family, school & religion, and work on transforming them into positive do-able ‘rules’ to live by. EXP: “I know what I know”, “I have a right to my needs”, “”There’s no such thing as perfect”….. I also provide a safe place for you to experience painful or joyful emotions you weren't allowed to feel growing up. ACA Recovery work is about facing the reality of early damage, and working to overcome the after-effects. “Trying to flourish in an atmosphere of criticism is like trying to get sober in a bar.”

Most high performers don't have a strategy problem. They have an identity problem. The beliefs, triggers, and automatic responses running in the background are the real ceiling and talking about them only gets you so far. I'm Jay Shaw, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and creator of Identity 2.0 Neural Reprogramming, based in Richardson, TX and serving the greater Dallas area and clients nationwide. My work targets the subconscious architecture driving your patterns and replaces it at the root. A systematic rebuild across 12 dimensions of identity tailored specifically to you. In-person and virtual options available. If you're done managing what you want eliminated, book a strategy call at hypnosisdallastx.com.

Cincinnati sits at the intersection of the Midwest and Appalachia, and therapists here frequently address addiction, economic stress, and intergenerational trauma rooted in the region's opioid crisis. The city has a strong Catholic and faith community, and many therapists offer spiritually sensitive approaches alongside evidence-based care. University of Cincinnati Medical Center and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources, complemented by a growing network of private practitioners across Hyde Park, Mount Lookout, and Oakley. Cincinnati's position as a bi-state metro also means therapists often serve clients from across the Kentucky border.

Gender ID

	54%	Female
	46%	Male

Session Type

	62%	In Person and Online
	38%	Online Only

Top Specialties

85%	Anxiety or Fears
77%	Depression
77%	Self Esteem
62%	Parenting
62%	Social Anxiety
54%	ADHD
54%	Forgiveness

Ages Served

100%	Adult
92%	Young Adult
62%	Senior
46%	Teen
8%	Children

Client Focus

62%	Men
54%	Women
38%	Christian
38%	Military / Veterans
31%	Jewish

Gestalt therapists in Cincinnati, OH

Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.

Josh Dolin: Life Coach | Purpose Pathfinder

Ciara Terry

Donna M Torbico - HEAL & GROW for ACoAs

Jay Shaw

Gestalt Therapy therapists in Cincinnati, OH Statistics

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