Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Portsmouth, OH
Browse Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Portsmouth, Ohio. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
HSP
Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC (Kristen Gidel Kelly)
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LICDC, CTTS, Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant
Imagine Recovery Counseling prioritizes trauma and somatic healing for mental health, substance use, and behavioral concerns. We serve adults and couples age 18+ and specialize in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Couples counseling services to address trauma related issues. We welcome clients with a variety of MH issues and strive to serve as an ally to unserved populations (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Military and First Responders, and Neurodivergent). Email us directly and we will respond within 24 hours! I post weekly on Wed with the current status of our waitlist and who is taking clients. No wait right now!
Our therapists are trained in trauma informed care protocols, including EMDR, Parts work (IFS/Ego State), DBT skills, iREST, Somatic Experiencing, ACT and CBT. Kristen also provides EMDR Consultation and Supervision for Counselors. Chris, Sarah, Polly, Linda, and Jessica are accepting clients! We operate off a short waiting list for the rest of the team.
We are competent. We believe you. We know what to do. We got you. We are mindful of our space and strive to provide trauma informed care. Our providers have lived experience and the knowledge to help. You have spent your whole life surviving; it's time to thrive and life the life you want to live. In person or virtual. Daytime and evening hours.
19 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, OH
HSP
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with people who feel and notice a lot. You might be deeply affected by others’ moods, small changes in tone, or the energy of a room. Loud noises, bright lights, busy schedules, or conflict may feel more overwhelming to you than to those around you. Many highly sensitive people grow up feeling “too much” or “too sensitive.”
As adults, this can look like needing more time to recover from social interactions or workdays; feeling easily overstimulated, wired, or shut down; taking on others’ feelings and struggling to find your own center; and being very conscientious, but also prone to burnout or self‑criticism.
Highly sensitive children and teens are often described as intense, dramatic, shy, or “overreactive.” They may have big feelings, strong empathy, vivid inner worlds, or a very thoughtful, observant way of moving through life. In environments that do not understand them, they can become anxious, withdrawn, perfectionistic, or reactive.
In our work together, we explore how your sensitivity shows up in your nervous system, relationships, and daily life. We look at what overwhelms you and what nourishes you so that sensitivity can become less of a constant struggle and more of a source of information, depth, and connection. When I work with children and teens, I also support parents in understanding their child’s sensitivity and responding in ways that feel more workable for everyone. Working with highly sensitive people is central to my practice, and I understand how much strength it takes to move through the world this way.
26 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, OH
HSP
Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
As a highly sensitive person myself, I understand how sensitivity can feel both overwhelming and deeply valuable. I use IFS, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to help clients manage overstimulation and shame while highlighting the strengths of empathy and awareness. Narrative and existential therapies further support meaning-making. My diagnostic training ensures accurate distinction between sensitivity, trauma, and neurodivergence, while I also use a sensory diet approach to help with regulation and self care.
29 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, OH (Online Only)
HSP
Christine Sparacino
Psychologist, PsyD
If you are a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or an empath or healer/helper, you know how the world can be overwhelming and overstimulating. I help clients learn how to honor their empathy, protect their sensitivity, and turn it into a superpower.
23 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, OH (Online Only)
HSP
Ciara Terry
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW
Ciara is experienced and specialized in treating this specific specialization.
5 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, OH
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Portsmouth, OH Statistics
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Portsmouth, OH average 17 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (47%), Somatic Therapy (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 47% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Somatic Therapy |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 47% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 27% | Christian |