As a child and adolescent counselor with two decades of experience, I’ve seen how powerful it is when young people learn to anchor their decisions to what matters most to them. Whether your family lives in Cleveland, Ohio, Columbus, Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio, Toledo, Ohio, Detroit,...
When Something Feels Off Medication can be a powerful tool in supporting mental health. For many people, it helps quiet anxiety, lift depression, restore focus, and stabilize mood. But even when a medication once worked well, your body and brain can change—and so can how...
Why Conflict Isn’t the Enemy Every couple argues—it’s how you handle it that matters. After more than 20 years helping partners navigate tough conversations, I’ve seen the same truth over and over: conflict, when handled with care and intention, can become a powerful gateway to...
Healing That Lasts, Not Just Quick Fixes Medication can be life-changing for people managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions. But medication alone isn’t the full story — how it’s managed matters just as much as what you take. If you’ve...
Finding a sense of self and a safe place to belong is a central task of adolescence—and it can be overwhelming for young people and their families. At Ascension Counseling, we offer counseling for children and therapy for teens that helps them navigate identity, friendships,...
Why Communication Is the Core of Connection When couples ask what makes a marriage thrive, my answer after 20 years in couples counseling is simple: Communication. Healthy communication is the bridge between how you feel and how your partner understands you. It’s how emotional intimacy...