Infertility therapists in Shaker Heights, OH
Browse Infertility therapists in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Infertility
Dr. Heidi Anderson Sauder
Psychologist, PhD, CGT, CST
Experiences related to infertility and adoption can bring intense emotions, stress, grief, uncertainty, and complex relationship challenges for couples. Gottman Method couples therapy offers a supportive space to navigate these experiences together with greater understanding, communication, and emotional connection. Therapy actively guides couples through difficult emotions, strengthens their partnership during periods of uncertainty, and creates space for both shared and individual experiences within the journey to parenthood. Whether couples are coping with fertility struggles or exploring adoption, they often are confronted with difficulties in their sexual life. Therapy opens conversations so sexuality can be a source of love, connection, and healing during these tumultuous times.
25 Years Experience
Online in Shaker Heights, OH
Infertility
Dr. George Lough
Psychologist, Ph.D., S.E.P.
Psychotherapy can help a person deal with the multiple emotions of sadness, grief, and frustration of infertility, and also help process the choices available. Adoption also involves deep emotions, whichever part of the adoption triangle you are on, that psychotherapy can help you understand, process, and move through.
48 Years Experience
Online in Shaker Heights, OH (Online Only)
Infertility
Carolyn Murphy, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Counseling Psychology
I have many years of experience working with clients who have experienced infertility struggles and/or have attempted pregnancy with the help of an egg donor, sperm donor, gestational carrier, and/or IVF. Many people in this situation find it extremely beneficial to work with a therapist to help them cope as best they can with the stress and sense of loss they have been experiencing and to help navigate the paths they would like to take moving forward in their lives. I believe that the quality of the therapist/client relationship is paramount to our work together, and because of this I highly encourage you to choose a therapist that feels like a "good fit" for you. I always start with an initial consultation appointment where I can learn more about your background and reasons for seeking therapy, answer any questions you may have, and then plan together from there. Starting therapy can feel daunting or overwhelming for many people, so it is important that we work at a pace that feels comfortable to you. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, with an overall goal of increasing self-awareness and coping skills to help promote the kind of changes that you would like to see.
36 Years Experience
Online in Shaker Heights, OH
Infertility
Aryn Ziehnert
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Building a family rarely follows a straight line, and when expectations shift, it can leave you feeling disoriented, grieving, and overwhelmed by choices. Whether you are navigating pregnancy loss, infertility, or the adoption process, I provide a compassionate space to process the complicated experiences you are facing.
4 Years Experience
Online in Shaker Heights, OH
Infertility
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed counseling for individuals and couples navigating infertility, adoption-related stress, pregnancy loss, fertility challenges, and the emotional impact these experiences can have on identity, relationships, and mental health. These deeply personal journeys often bring grief, anxiety, depression, feelings of isolation, relationship strain, uncertainty about the future, and emotional overwhelm.
Brad takes a holistic and compassionate approach to infertility and adoption counseling, helping clients process the emotional complexity of these experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Therapy provides space to explore grief, expectations, identity concerns, past trauma, and the emotional impact of medical or life circumstances related to fertility and family building.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to help clients process emotional pain, reduce distress, and build resilience during difficult life transitions. Therapy focuses on restoring emotional balance, strengthening coping skills, and supporting clients in making meaningful, values-aligned decisions about their next steps.
Infertility and adoption-related experiences can also surface unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, or long-standing emotional pain. Brad’s approach helps clients understand these deeper layers while also supporting present-day emotional needs, communication within relationships, and healthy decision-making moving forward.
Therapy is collaborative, individualized, and focused on creating a supportive space where clients feel heard, validated, and understood. The goal is to help individuals and couples navigate these challenges with greater clarity, emotional stability, and connection while moving toward healing and hope.
Healing is possible, even in deeply painful and uncertain circumstances. With the right support, clients can find meaning, resilience, and emotional peace as they move forward on their unique path.
28 Years Experience
Online in Shaker Heights, OH (Online Only)
Infertility therapists in Shaker Heights, OH Statistics
Infertility therapists in Shaker Heights, OH average 17 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Psychodynamic Therapy (46%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 83% |
Female |
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| 17% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Multicultural Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 28% | Christian |
| 26% | Black / African American |