Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Columbus, Ohio OH
Columbus Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
|
Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 91% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Stress |
| 79% | Depression |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Social Anxiety |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
We are proud to feature top rated Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Columbus. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
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
In-Person in Columbus, OH 43230
Online in Columbus, OH Ohio
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Brendel R. Doss
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am are currently accepting new clients for therapy at this time. I provide a variety of interventions and modalities, looking to meet each client where they are. Using a relational lens, I aim to increase resiliency and decrease symptomology which may be negatively impacting a client's experience.
I combine evidence-based assessment tools to create a holistic, comprehensive, concise interpretation of your individual experience. Our goal is to guide you to the treatment and interventions that will address your concerns directly. Through therapeutic warmth, validation, and honesty, finding out answers to personal questions can be less scary. Let us join you in your journey for understanding.
10 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH Ohio
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Christina Fay, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I enjoy getting to know people and learn about their life. Learning about where someone comes from, what they have been through, and their intersecting identities can help build a stronger foundation for understanding and trust which are essential for the therapeutic process. I am naturally inquisitive and I use this in sessions to ensure we have a plan that focuses on the core issues and goals that are important to the patient. I love to learn and find little ways to apply that knowledge in everyday life and I enjoy taking this approach in session: to focus on small steps that can be learned and implemented over time to learn more about oneself in efforts to lead a life you love.
17 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH Ohio
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Kimberlee Zetocha Halverson
Psychologist, Ph.D, LP
I help people create more balance in their lives by learning when to pause, be present, and step out of the constant pressure of “what’s next.” Many individuals find themselves shaped by old patterns or past experiences that make it hard to move forward. My approach focuses on helping you ride the waves of life with greater resilience—navigating the unpredictable storms rather than feeling anchored in them. While we can’t prepare for every unexpected moment, we can build the tools and skills to manage whatever comes our way. Tides shift, storms pass, and calmer waters are possible.
I don’t believe in a one‑size‑fits‑all approach. I tailor treatment to your preferences, goals, schedule, and life circumstances. I also offer structured, evidence‑based therapies when a more guided path is helpful. With over 15 years of experience supporting individuals with a wide range of concerns, I bring both flexibility and clinical depth to the work we do together.
For more information, please visit my website. You’ll find a secure, private patient portal with built‑in video sessions, scheduling, communication, and payment options—all in one encrypted, easy‑to‑use platform, including a mobile app for added convenience.
17 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH Ohio (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Deborah Redmond
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Your time and money are valuable and you want these Telehealth Video Sessions or Telephone Sessions to be a wise investment. I am highly experienced and I will quickly understand what makes you tick. We can flexibly focus on your different issues while finding common threads where they exist to help you create the life you truly desire. My only agenda is helping you understand your current situation, where you want to go, and helping you get there safely and sustainably. We may be able to do this in as little as a handful of sessions if you are currently addressing one or two issues only. We may take more time to help you make bigger changes. Either way, you are always welcome to "come back for tuneups" whenever you want to work on something new in your life.
37 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH Ohio (Online Only)