Meet Our Team

THERAPIST

Are your a couple, individual, or family struggling overcome disconnection? Are you experiencing a growing sense of isolation or miscommunication that is quietly eroding away your relationships? I’ve seen how stress, shifting roles, and emotional distance can make even the most caring people feel unheard or misunderstood. My goal is to create a space where clients feel safe to explore their patterns, rebuild trust, and reconnect with themselves and one another. Through a blend of evidence-based strategies and genuine compassion, I guide families toward healthier communication, deeper empathy, and lasting change. The result is not just symptom relief—it’s stronger relationships, restored confidence, and a renewed sense of harmony at home. I hold a Master’s degree in Education Administration from the University of the Pacific and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide. I am a marriage and family therapist and have completed Gottman level 1 and 2 training. I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals using Solution Focused and Gottman Method Interventions. I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma, blended families, and couples preparing for marriage. I provide therapy in-person and online for people located in Ohio.

THERAPIST

Do you struggle to feel emotionally safe or open in your relationship with yourself or others? This can leads to disconnection, anxiety, and a sense of being misunderstood or alone. I've seen how hard it can be for someone to share their truth when they’ve been hurt, judged, or never learned how to express themselves clearly. As a therapist, I help people build emotional safety by teaching effective communication skills and guiding them toward greater self-awareness. I utilize my strengths, such as listening and genuine empathy, to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and respected. When people feel safe, they can explore the parts of themselves they have kept hidden and start to build trust, both in themselves and in their relationships. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples and families navigate mental health challenges. I earned my undergraduate degree from Ohio University and a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. I have completed Gottman Level 1 and Level 2 training and enjoy working with couples and families incorporating Gottman Method strategies.  I specialize in working with individuals experiencing psychosis, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide therapy online for people located in Ohio.

FOUNDER/THERAPIST

Whether you are feeling lonely in your relationship, yearn for greater connection with your partner, anticipate future issues or just desire to enhance what you already have together, I am here to support you using proven methods that really work to make a difference in your relationship. My motivation for this work is grounded in my own relationship with my husband of 18 years. We have 4 children, and I know how hard it can be to prioritize our relationship in the midst of a busy and sometimes chaotic life!   My passion is to help other couples stay connected using the tools the Gottman Method offers to enhance your love for each other over the lifetime of your relationship. My educational background includes a Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Northern Arizona University, along with a Bachelor of Science in Community Health from Ohio University. I am a Licensed Independent Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor and National Board-Certified Counselor. The heart of my practice is working couples providing premarital, marital and couples counseling. I specialize in using the renowned Gottman Method and am a Certified Gottman Therapist. I provide couples therapy entirely online for people located in Ohio.

CLINICAL COORDINATOR

Hi, I’m Chelsea Blogna! I’m the Clinical Coordinator at The Lake Erie Center for Counseling, where I help ensure our clients and therapists have a smooth, supportive experience. With a strong background in administrative work and office management, I love being a reliable resource—whether that means coordinating schedules, keeping things organized behind the scenes, or simply offering a friendly voice on the other end of the phone.

Outside of work, I’m married and share my home with three cats- Finnegan, Fergus, and Paisley. I’m a big fan of music, antiques, movies, and animals of all kinds. I genuinely enjoy helping others and always strive to make clients feel welcome and cared for. If you ever have a question, don’t hesitate to ask—I’m here to help!