Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Akron, OH

I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in the state of Ohio. I received my master’s in clinical mental health counseling at Xavier University. I have worked with various clients from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. I have experience working with adults seeking support for a wide variety of issues and concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, ADHD, and ASD. I started using DBT from the beginning of my practice and resonate with its compassion and ability to meet individuals where they are. I hope that we can work together to create a life worth living!

I earned both my Bachelor of Science in Social Work and Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. My background includes experience in university disability services as well as several years working closely with children and families in foster and adoptive care. Since transitioning into outpatient therapy, I’ve focused on providing thoughtful, accessible mental health care that meets clients where they are.

I work with children and adolescents (ages 11+), adults, couples, and families navigating concerns such as ADHD, behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship or family stress. My experience in foster and adoptive care gives me a strong foundation in attachment, identity, and family systems, allowing me to support both individuals and families in meaningful ways.

Hello, I am Sarah, a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio. I received my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Akron, but I also have a M.A. from The Ohio State University in Comparative Studies, focusing on the body, trauma, and narrative. We are our stories, as well as how we re-create our stories!

Dr. Shawn Garlington has worked in the medical field for over 20 years in various areas of nursing. She earned her PMHNP degree at the University of Cincinnati. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing in Family Medicine at South University. She brings a personal and modern approach to mental health through her personal experiences. She also believes in wellness and holistic treatment approaches along with conventional medicine. She focuses on the patient and works with other resources in the community to give you a treatment plan that can work long-term to help support your health goals.

You might feel alone in this struggle but you don’t have to be. My work, which has been shaped by my own experiences of suffering and clinical training, is more than a career, it is a calling. I help people move from surviving to living with intention, calm, and confidence.

I have an undergraduate degree in psychology, and a master’s in clinical social work. I specialize in treating OCD and other anxiety disorders with Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. I use this therapy because I’ve seen it help people begin living the lives that they want to live without fear being the driving force.

I also have a background in working with parents who are experiencing challenging situations. Whenever I work with children, I work with the caregivers as well in order to improve family unity and create lasting change.

I am very trauma-aware in that I recognize the role that past experiences have had in shaping who we are today. My philosophy is that these experiences don’t have to hold us back, but that healing is a journey to be embraced.