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Joni Obrecht

Joni Obrecht

LPCC

Practical, trauma-informed therapy in Ohio

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  • Warm non-judgmental care
  • Goal-focused skills
  • Trauma-informed support

About Joni

Joni Obrecht is an Ohio licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 17 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who are stressed, anxious, grieving, or recovering from trauma and abuse. Joni aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk and feel understood.

Her work is straightforward and interactive. She listens first, then helps set clear goals and small steps toward them. Joni uses therapy methods that match each person's needs rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

Clients can expect practical tools for everyday challenges. That can include skill-building for mood and anxiety, ways to cope with grief and loss, or strategies for managing anger and relationship strain. She also addresses concerns like addiction, self-esteem, intimacy, parenting stress, and career-related pressures.

Joni draws on several approaches, including trauma-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior ideas, and a client-centered stance that keeps the person’s goals in view. She describes her manner as warm and non-judgmental and works to tailor sessions to each person’s situation.

People who want to begin are invited to follow the site’s start process to match and schedule a session. Joni works from Ohio and offers services in English for adults seeking help with the concerns listed above.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Trauma-focused therapy centers on addressing the effects of traumatic events by helping people process memories and build coping strategies. It often involves pacing, safety planning, and skills to reduce trauma-related distress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, concentrates on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical tools to change them. It helps with anxiety, depression, mood swings, and stress that affect daily life.

Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental relationship where the person’s goals guide the work. The therapist listens, reflects, and supports people as they figure out what matters most to them.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That collaborative process helps match techniques to each person’s needs and preferences.

Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make fitting sessions into busy lives easier by reducing travel and allowing appointments around work, school, or caregiving. Shorter check-ins, fewer commute demands, and the ability to schedule from different locations can help maintain consistency with treatment.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing trauma-focused therapy does not mean a therapist holds a specific certification such as TF-CBT, EMDR or CPT.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Credentials

Ohio

Languages

English

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Areas include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and career stresses.

How would you describe the therapy style used?

The approach is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental, with a focus on practical skills and goal-setting tailored to each person's needs.

What is the therapist's background and experience level?

The clinician holds an Ohio LPCC credential and has 17 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns.

Where is the therapist located and licensed?

The therapist is licensed as an LPCC in Ohio and practices with that credential in that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with this therapist?

International clients are not currently accepted; services are provided to people within the therapist's permitted region.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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