Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Cleveland, Ohio OH
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Paul Culbertson
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC
I work with those on the Autism Spectrum (previously diagnosed or not), ADHD, and PTSD/Trauma.
8 Years Experience
Online in Cleveland, OH Ohio (Online Only)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Sara E Roth
Counselor/Therapist, Ph.D., IMFT-S, LPCC, EMDR Certified Therapist, EFT Trained Therapist
Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? As a mental health professional, I witness positive changes every day in my clients' lives and in their relationships. Change is not easy; at the same time, the outcome can be transformative. I have seen amazing changes in my client’s lives and am incredibly proud of the significant progress they make every day. I am passionate about mental health wellness and I believe that everyone can improve their life.
Many people wander through life, and are often disappointed when their life does not turn out the way they'd hoped. We will discuss your goals and make a plan to meet those goals, as it's important to identify what you want and/or who you want to become, in order to lead a happier and more balanced life.
Taking this step takes courage. Anything is possible when you are motivated, hopeful, create goals and take the steps to get there. I'm confident that together we can work together to help you overcome these challenges. You have taken the first step to a better life!
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cleveland, OH
Online in Cleveland, OH Ohio
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC (Kristen Gidel Kelly)
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LICDC, CTTS, Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant
Kristen Gidel Kelly: FOUNDER, Imagine Recovery Counseling
The first thing you need to know about me is that I am not your Traditional Therapist (I’m an EMDR and DBT nerd and super passionate about what I do!) and everyone that works for me is an extension of me and my values. I value both the science and the art, creative, and personalized experience of therapy. I value both ethical practice and the need to adapt the science that I have to fit the needs of the human being sitting in front of me.
My values regarding client care:
Trauma is something that happens to you, it’s not part of your identity. I work with trauma because I believe people can change and heal from their experiences. I seek to empower people to heal and grow and I truly believe you can. I have lived experience in most of the conditions that I treat or I have worked with them for a long time and have extensive training. You will not intimate me with your experience. I often tell my clients, “If I don’t know something, I will find out”. Many of the clients that come see me have had a prior therapy experience that did not go well. While I always remain humble in what I do and let folks know “You are in the driver’s seat”, I want to make it clear that I have 18 years of experience in what I do and I’m always learning and consulting with experts to be the best version of myself for my clients and my staff. I go to my own therapy and work on my own stuff. Lastly, it is part of my professional and personal ethics to respond to all client referrals within 24 hours. I feel strongly that if you reach out, I will respond. I keep our wait list intentionally low because I do not feel it’s ethical for folks to wait a long time to get help.
My values regarding my group practice:
I worked in community mental health and government for 17 years. Many times, I was working in a toxic, oppressive workplace and was extremely burned out. It is highly important to me to provide a healing and safe environment for my staff. I pride myself on hiring folks that are deeply aligned with my values, highly skilled and trained (it’s not always about years of experience!), and have the self respect to expect to be taken care of by their boss. I believe it’s important to always be learning. I teach my staff everything I know and provide them with free consultation and training. It is the privilege and a responsibility of a boss to take care of their people. If you work with my therapists, please know that I am taking care of them so they can skillfully take care of you! A lot of folks that come to work with me have been burned out by their previous employer and want something more. I value providing a safe, comfortable, trauma sensitive, diversity/inclusive, therapist centered working environment. Burnout will be assessed and taken seriously and consultation support is provided. It’s so important to me, I write this language into my contracts.
19 Years Experience
Online in Cleveland, OH Ohio
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Hannah Muetzelfeld
Psychologist, PhD
In our work together, we'll focus on identifying your inner strengths, building coping tools rooted in your values, and creating a meaningful, realistic path toward healing. Emotional pain is something we often try to avoid, but real growth begins when we allow ourselves to fully experience and understand those feelings. My approach centers around shifting from emotional avoidance to emotional acceptance. I work through an attachment-based lens, recognizing how early experiences shape our current relationships and emotional patterns. I also frequently incorporate self-compassion practices to help you relate to yourself with more kindness and care.
12 Years Experience
Online in Cleveland, OH Ohio (Online Only)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Dr. Kelsi Clayson
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection—with a touch of humor along the way. I support clients through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, relational struggles, and major transitions. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that support your well-being and those that may be holding you back, always with a focus on your unique values, needs, and goals. Drawing from evidence-based therapies, I tailor our work to help you feel empowered, deepen self-understanding, and move toward meaningful change. Taking this step toward healing is courageous, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you create the life you want.
8 Years Experience
Online in Cleveland, OH Ohio
Cleveland carries a post-industrial identity with deep civic pride, and the mental health effects of decades of economic decline — job loss, population contraction, and community stress — are themes many local therapists engage with regularly. The city is home to the Cleveland Clinic, one of the world's premier medical institutions, which maintains extensive psychiatric and behavioral health services alongside a large private practice community concentrated in Cleveland Heights, Shaker Heights, and Lakewood. Cleveland's large Black community and history of racial inequity drive demand for culturally affirming therapists who work with racial trauma and social justice themes. University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center provides additional institutional mental health resources in a city with a well-established independent practice community.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Cleveland, Ohio Statistics
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Cleveland, Ohio average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Depression (70%), and Trauma and PTSD (58%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Depression |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 56% | Self Esteem |
| 52% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Stress |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 43% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Christian |