Welcome to Ascension Counseling

I’m glad you’re here. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, on edge, or emotionally exhausted, you don’t have to carry it alone. Therapy can be a steady place to slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and build practical tools for relief and resilience. And if medication support feels like it could help, we offer medication management too—thoughtful, collaborative care where we listen closely, talk through options, and check in along the way. We’ll move at a pace that feels safe—so you can feel more grounded, supported, and hopeful again.

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Now serving Florida, Ohio, Michigan and North Carolina.

Looking for Counseling for Couples and Families, EMDR Therapy, or counseling for anxiety or depression? What about medication management?

Relationships as well as life in general can be complex, and it’s natural for conflicts and challenges to arise. Some people may have experienced traumatic events, including relational or complex trauma, in the past that impacts how they show up in their relationships and life as a whole. Individual counseling focused on trauma using EMDR Therapy from a relational perspective can lower the amount of charge associated with such events and help an individual show up in a healthier manner. When left unaddressed, these issues can fester and create distance between partners or even cause an individual to develop mental health concerns. Couples therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental and neutral space for both individuals to express their feelings, gain insight, and work towards building a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

Our Expert Therapists

At our relationship and trauma focused practice, we have a team of specifically trained and empathetic relationship therapists who specialize in navigating the intricacies of interpersonal dynamics. We use a specific formulation of family systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR Therapy and the Gottman Method to treat our clients. The therapists and counselors on our team use various therapeutic formats, including couples therapy, individual therapy, family therapy and group therapy to meet the needs of our clients.

They are committed to helping you identify and address the root causes of both your individual and relationship struggles, fostering open communication, addressing individual concerns that may be impeding your functioning in the relationship including trauma, depression and anxiety and guiding you towards lasting change of behaviors, thoughts and beliefs about self and others in the negative cycle you and/or your partner are experiencing.

Benefits of Couples Therapy:

1. Increase Sexual Intimacy and Connection: Experience a more satisfying and thrilling sex life which facilitates a deeper connection with your pattern. Work through issues which are stifling your sex life.

2. Conflict Resolution: Learn powerful conflict resolution strategies for both solvable and perpetual conflicts which will aid you and your partner to find common ground, negotiate differences, understand where one another is coming from and work through disagreements constructively.

3. Rebuilding Trust: If trust has been compromised because of emotional, physical or financial infidelity or another type of betrayal, our therapists specialize in helping you rebuild this essential foundation through proven techniques and exercises tailored to your unique situation.

4. Enhanced Communication: Discover effective communication techniques that promote understanding, healthy attachment, empathy, and active listening, allowing you to express yourselves more openly, respectfully and honestly.

5. Strengthened Attachment/Emotional Bond: Through therapy, you will gain a deeper understanding of each other’s needs, desires, past experiences and vulnerabilities, fostering a stronger bond and a safer sense of connection.

Benefits of Individual Counseling by Itself or as an Adjunct to Couples Counseling/Therapy:

1. Breaking Generational Trauma Patterns: Individual counseling can shed light on relationship patterns and dynamics. By examining past experiences and current behaviors, you gain valuable insights into your relationship choices. This awareness empowers you to make more informed decisions and build healthier, more fulfilling connections.

2. Gain Self-Esteem: Individual counseling helps boost self-esteem by addressing negative self-perceptions and building self-acceptance. Through self-exploration and guided support, you can develop a stronger sense of self-worth, leading to greater confidence and healthier relationships.

3. Emotional Healing: Through individual counseling, you can address past traumas, heal emotional wounds, and find closure. This process promotes emotional well-being, allowing you to move forward with a renewed sense of peace and positivity.

4. Self Discovery: Through individual counseling, you embark on a journey of self-discovery. By exploring your values, strengths, and passions, you gain a deeper understanding of yourself. This self-awareness is invaluable for making aligned choices and living a purposeful life.

5. Better Relationships: Individual counseling contributes to building resilient relationships. By working on yourself, you can improve your ability to connect, communicate, and empathize with others. This leads to healthier, more fulfilling relationships built on trust, understanding, and emotional intimacy.

Take the First Step:

It’s time to prioritize your relationship and invest in its well-being as well as your own emotional health. Ascension Counseling, our group practice, offers a warm, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your concerns and discover new ways to strengthen your connection. Our therapists will guide you through evidence-based techniques, empowering you with the tools you need to overcome obstacles and create a fulfilling, safe, connected, and harmonious relationship. We offer 90 minute couples sessions for those who wish to invest in them!

Begin Your Journey to a Thriving Relationship:

Don’t let relationship issues burden you any longer. Take the first step towards healing and revitalizing your partnership today. Fill out the contact form to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced therapists. Remember, seeking therapy is a sign of strength and commitment to a happier, healthier future together.

If you’re ready to make positive changes in your relationship and your life, we stand by ready to help. Contact us today @ (833)254-3278 or at intake@ascensioncounseling.com.

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We are committed to serving the greater Cleveland, Ohio area (including Cuyahoga County) as well as, but not limited to, underrepresented populations. We also provide telemental health services for individuals and couples across Ohio, including Akron (Summit County), Lake County, Lorain and Elyria (Lorain County), Northwest Ohio, Columbus, and Cincinnati. In addition, we serve clients in Detroit, MI; Charlotte, NC; and Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, FL.

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Meet Our Team

Dr. Noelle Chappelle, IMFT-S, LPC, AAMFT AS, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

My ideal client, whether working with couples or individuals, works and plays hard and loves to learn.

Ms. Melissa A. Sharper, IMFT, EMDR & Gottman Level 1 Trained

Ms. Sharper is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist dedicated to serving her clients with compassion and magnetic optimism.

Ms. Hailee Childs, IMFT, PMH-C, EMDR Trained

I am very passionate about connecting with women in the perinatal space to process all that comes along with pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period including birth trauma, and/or loss.

Ms. Amini Dais, MFT, EMDR and Gottman Level 1 Trained

My ideal clients are seeking guidance with navigating life issues, and I want to work with individuals, couples, and families to help them understand...

Ms. Amber Sanda, MFT, EMDR & Gottman Level 1 Trained

In today's society, we all come in different shape, sizes, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. We all have unique personalities, goals, and aspirations.

Mr. Eric Dowery Jr., LPC, EMDR

Are you eager for positive change in your life? Are you ready to be intentional about making change happen? You may feel tired of dealing with the same struggles and negative patterns and want better for yourself.

Ms. Amanda Degler, MSW, LSW, EMDRIA Trained Therapist

My name is Amanda Degler, and I’m a Licensed Social Worker. I am EMDRia and TF-CBT trained. I incorporate attachment theory to assist in the counseling process.

Ms. Cassie Carter, MFT, Gottman Level 1 Trained

Do you need help with feeling free to function at your best? Are you struggling in love or feel unable to reach your full potential? Are you navigating a significant life transition, such as the end of a relationship or a career change? Do past negative experiences continue to weigh you down? If you’re feeling […]

Ms. Kimera Dean, LPC, EMDR & Gottman Level 1 Trained

Are you tired of being stressed, anxious, depressed or impacted by recent or past traumas? Do parenting or co-parenting issues have you down?

Ms. Christina Woodard, LPC

My ideal client knows what they want and is ready and determined to get it. The client works hard and wants to better themselves mentally, spiritually, and emotionally.

Ms. Bernadette Harris, MFT

I’ve helped those who want to maximize their peace, to reduce their anxiety. Together, we can explore ways to manage your emotions, gain confidence, effective ways of self-expression, communication and coping skills.

Ms. Shaylise Randle, LPC

My primary focus is helping couples and individuals navigate life transitions, recognize and understand generational patterns impacting their lives, and address issues related to anxiety and self-esteem. While I primarily work with adults and couples, I am also open to seeing teens.

Ms. Jasmine Allen, MFT, Gottman Level 2 Trained

My ideal client is an individual that's ready to do the work. Someone that is ready to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, develop greater self-awareness, which can lead to increased self-confidence, better decision-making, and improved relationships with others.

Ms. Ari Lee, MFT, Gottman Level 1 Trained

My passion is helping individuals and couples strengthen their sense of self, deepen connections, and uncover how past experiences and family patterns shape their current lives and relationships. I am committed to honoring diversity and love working with clients from every walk of life.

Ms. Tracy Reid, MFT

I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and more. I believe in a collaborative approach, tailoring therapy to fit your unique needs while integrating evidence-based practices for couples therapy tackling tough subjects like infidelity and counseling children/teens battling anxiety.

Ms. Libra Smith, MFT-Intern

Struggling with anxiety or relationship stress? I help Ohio couples, families, and teens reconnect and grow through CBT, DBT, Gottman, and trauma-focused therapy. You don’t have to go through this alone. If you’re ready to reduce anxiety, strengthen your relationships, and build a healthier future, I’d be honored to walk with you on this journey.

Ms. Taylor Martin, MFT-Intern

My ideal client is someone who’s willing to face the storm head-on, despite fear, despite anxiety because they know that growth lives on the other side of discomfort. As Frederick Douglass once said, "If there is no struggle, there is no progress."

Ms. Etoshia Jones, MFT - Intern

I’m passionate about helping couples rebuild trust and joy in their relationships. I also enjoy supporting teens through emotional challenges with empathy and understanding, creating a safe space for healing and growth.

Ms. Teara Young, MSN, MBA, PMHNP-BC, RN

Ms. Young is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with nine years of experience. Her goal is to support patients and families in achieving stability, clarity, and improved quality of life through individualized, holistic psychiatric care.

"Healing Communities One Relationship at a Time. "