We listen, act and transform
Our practice is guided by the belief that mental and emotional health are essential to living a meaningful life and that therapy is about more than just treating symptoms for the short-term, but rather empowering people to live their best lives. We believe that individuals are the expert in their own lives and our role is help you implement the changes you hope to make.
Hello! I’m Mondie
LISW-S
My name is Mondie Gonzales and I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW-S) in the state of Ohio. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 1992 and then a Masters in Social Work in 1999. I have worked with kids and families in a community mental health setting for most of my 30 year career as a mental health professional. I opened a private practice, working with individuals, couples and families 10 years ago. I utilize many different modalities and techniques, depending on your needs and goals. Throughout these experiences I have discovered that the most important aspect of any therapeutic relationship is the relationship! I believe that you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help you implement the changes you are hoping to make.
My goal is to help individuals and families gain or improve their life skills in order to make the best choices for what they want to accomplish. My focus as a practitioner is to help you know what you want, name it and define what it looks like, so that you can live your life in a way that moves you toward that goal. I believe that everything in your life intertwines to create your life story and that we all have control over our destiny. I believe in making informed choices, setting appropriate boundaries, and accepting responsibility.
My Approach & Values
I utilize many different modalities and techniques, depending on your needs and goals. Throughout these experiences I have discovered that the most important aspect of any therapeutic relationship is the relationship! I believe that you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help you implement the changes you are hoping to make.
Some of the modalities I utilize are:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
- Short Term Solution Focused Therapy (STSFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
My Experience
- I have worked with kids and families in a community mental health setting for most of my 25 year career as a mental health professional.
My Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Case Western Reserve University in 1992
- Masters in Social Work from University of South Florida in 1999
Hello! I’m Emily
LISW
My name is Emily Davis and I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) offering telehealth sessions via my home office in Lakewood, OH. I earned my Masters in Social Work in 2019 following a 10 year career in the fashion industry. My passion for mental health ignited this drastic career change. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families for 4 years, offering an array of therapeutic approaches.
Your first session will include an exploration of what brings you to therapy, discussion of past experiences with mental health providers, and what you hope to accomplish in our time together. More importantly, the first session is an opportunity for you to get a sense of my therapeutic style and determine if I am the right fit for your needs. I look forward to working alongside you as you endeavor to heal and grow!
My Approach & Values
I am first and foremost a trauma informed clinician, committed to supporting individuals to heal and recover in a safe and supportive environment. I appreciate each individual’s unique experience and will tailor our time together according to your strengths, challenges, and goals for treatment. I am recently trained as an EMDR therapist through the Institute of Creative Mindfulness working towards certification. I am also trained in Trauma Informed Care, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My Experience
- I have worked with individuals, couples, and families for 4 years.
My Education
- Bachelors in Fashion Merchandising from University of Delaware in 2007
- Masters in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University in 2019
Hello! I’m Degra
LISW
Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma or trying to break generational cycles. Change can be hard. My name is Degra Spencer, and I am here to help. I believe in being real and honest with my clients to get to the best possible outcome, and I will try my best to make my clients comfortable enough to be real and honest with me. I am an experienced LISW with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work. I have experience working with men, women and adolescents. While working together we can get you on track to being the person you once were or the person you want to
be. Don’t ever worry about being judged when you come to see me. In addition, I am also empathetic and understanding of life’s challenges. Give me a call and let’s figure this out together.
My Approach & Values
Healing and change take time. I never use just one type of therapy. We will take time to get to know each other, build trust and then decide which type of therapy works better for you.
Types of therapy I use include:
- Psychodynamic
- Humanistic
- CBT/TFCBT
- Short Term Solution Focused
- Motivational Interviewing
- Reality Therapy
My Experience
- I have worked with men, women and adolescents individually. I have also worked with families, all in a community setting.
My Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Ursuline College 2014
- Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Akron 2016
Hello! I’m Katharine
LSW
Before I began my clinical career, I worked as a high school English teacher, and the values of growth, lifelong learning, openness, and authenticity that I developed as an educator have continued into my work as a therapist. It is from those values that I learned I have a passion for working with individuals across the lifespan who are in a state of flux and transition…
You might find that you are experiencing adversity or crisis in multiple life domains and are feeling lost, stuck, even hopeless, in search of the tools to stay afloat. Maybe boredom has crept up and pushed you to pursue change, and you are looking for renewal. Perhaps you and your partner or family are looking to lean in and grow together. Whatever it may be, I celebrate the courage it takes to be a “seeker”; you are so welcome here.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)My Approach & Values
I consider it a privilege to hear and hold the stories of my clients. Showing up authentically in session, whether it evokes pain or joy (maybe both!), is an act of courage and requires a trusting, supportive therapeutic relationship. It is my goal to collaborate with you to build such a rapport and, from that foundation, support you in living as your truest, most fulfilled self.
Some of the modalities I utilize are:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindful Self-Compassion
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Family Systems
- Person-Centered
- Strengths-Based
My Experience
- I have been grateful to have worked in university counseling centers, community mental health agencies, and schools, serving diverse clients from childhood to older adulthood individually, in couple’s work, in family therapy, and in groups over the past 7 years.
My Education
- Bachelor of Arts in English and Spanish from Case Western Reserve University in 2012
- Masters of Science in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University in 2019
Why Choose Us
Free 15 minute consultation
Ask questions. Understand our approach. Make sure you feel comfortable.
Book appointment
Appointments can be booked during the consultation or requested through the Contact page.
1st session
We’ll mostly listen and then ask some questions to get to know you and what you are hoping to accomplish.
Reach Us
Contact
216-210-4041
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