I'm Shay Bankston, a licensed independent social worker in Ohio with over 20 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, OCD, depression, and the harder chapters of life. I create a space where you can slow down, feel less alone, and start making sense of what you're carrying. If you're ready to begin, I'd love to work with you.
My work is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, so we'll spend time noticing the thought patterns that keep you stuck and building practical tools you can use between sessions, not just during them. I pay close attention to how anxiety and OCD show up for you specifically, since no two experiences look the same. Our sessions are collaborative: I'll ask questions, gently challenge old patterns, and help you practice new ways of responding to them. Many clients tell me that over time they feel steadier and less controlled by their anxious thoughts.
In our first session, we'll talk through what's bringing you to therapy right now and what you want to feel different about. I'll ask about your history, your goals, and what's worked or hasn't worked before. There's no pressure to have it all figured out. By the end of our first conversation, you should feel like someone finally understands what you've been dealing with, and like you have a plan for what comes next.
