Therapists

Karen Cowie, LISW-S, LICDC-CS
(She/Her)
Therapist/Owner

“Karen's down-to-earth perspective and genuine, yet professional, support has made a big difference in my life.”
- Female, 46

“Karen really helped my teenage daughter deal with anxiety about school and social stressors.”
- Parent

“Karen helped me through personal tragedy incredibly well and was the difference maker in keeping my mental health in a good place.”
- Male, 23

“We have found Ms. Cowie kind, caring and insightful. She is a good listener and responsive to our problems.”
- Couple

Karen works to put together the puzzle pieces of your current and past experiences in a way that makes sense and reduces friction in your life. Her casual yet professional approach allows clients to feel comfortable and at ease in discussing often vulnerable topics. She provides a safe space to explore Big "T" and little "t" traumas and reduce the negative impact on your life.

Karen worked on an inpatient crisis stabilization unit and outpatient counseling centers prior to starting the practice in 2008.

Master of Social Work- University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Denison University

Mental Health Executive Leadership Program- Case Western Reserve

Karen is dually licensed in mental health and chemical dependency and has specific training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gottman (Level 1 and 2).

Outside of the office Karen enjoys playing ice hockey, playing the steel drums, cheering on the Blue Jackets, watching dance and theater performances, traveling, backpacking, and time with her family.

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Kieta Wheeler, LISW
(She/They)
Therapist

“Kieta has helped me develop tools and confidence to approach situations as they occur, rather than do my normal escape routine. She is a blessing that I am thankful for on a daily basis.”
- Female, 47

“Kieta is one of the most respectful and fun people I have ever had the chance of meeting - she makes me feel more comfortable about opening up, on top of showing my real personality :)”
- Transgender Teen, 16

“I had taken my teen to a few therapists before Kieta and to say that they didn't love the process would be an understatement. It makes my heart so happy when I hear them share with me, 'Well, Kieta and I have been working on...'”
- Parent

Curiosity. Empowerment. Humor. These three values are the pillars of Kieta’s therapeutic practice. She strives to sit across from everyone with a genuine sense of curiosity; about who they are and how she might be able to help them reconnect with the truth of their being. She believes that we are more than our experiences, habits, and reactions and that cultivating our sense of self empowers us to live vibrant, healthy lives. While humor may not be a tool exclusive to the therapeutic environment, she thinks they were on to something when they said that laughter is the best medicine.

Kieta has managed nonprofit organizations serving individuals experiencing substance use disorders, domestic violence, and domestic infant adoption. Kieta is also a passionate member of and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and Reiki Master. She joined the Mid-Ohio Counseling team in 2022 when she moved here from Chicago.

Master of Social Work- Louisiana State University

Master in Management- University of Phoenix

Kieta has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Emotional Freedom Technique. She has experience and training in holistic and somatic methods of working with complex trauma.

Outside the office Kieta enjoys being on stage at the theater, creative writing, traveling, playing board games, cooking, and spending time with her wife.

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Julie Hains, LSW
(She/Her)
Therapist

“We were aware of the resources and tools we were lacking, but Julie accepted the arduous task of bridging the gap, from our current circumstances to what was necessary for a higher level of functioning and building greater resilience for ourselves and our family.”
- Male, 62

“I came in crisis and Julie helped me gain an understanding of the events in my life to see things from a broader aerial view through reframing which made all the difference- now, I can deal with what happens and not lose myself and maintain mental serenity in the midst of the storm.”
- Female, 56

“I had a long road of emotional recovery in front of me after a personal tragedy. Julie walked beside me on every step showing me that after the hardest climb, it is possible to reach the summit to see the best views.”
- Female, 46

Julie approaches her practice with a commitment to empathy, active listening, and the presentation of effective coping mechanisms for clients facing diverse challenges. Through the cultivation of trust and cooperation, Her focus centers on recognizing, understanding, and expressing negative emotions and repressed feelings. Julie is adept at helping clients comprehend the impact of past repressed emotions on current decision-making, behavior, and relationships.

Julie has worked with veterans and in disaster settings where she provided psychosocial support to critical care patients and their families. She joined the practice in 2024 and also works at Hospice.

Master of Social Work- Cleveland State University with a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Health Science- University of New Orleans

Julie, currently an LSW, is actively working towards independent licensure under the supervision of Karen Cowie, LISW-S, LICSC-CS.

Julie has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Grief Group Facilitation, and Anchoring Heart Technique in Caring for Veterans’ Trauma and PTSD.

Outside the office Julie enjoys hiking with her Golden Retrievers, writing, supporting the arts, and cherishing moments with friends and family.