- Trauma processing
- EMDR methods
- Family of origin
About Haven
Haven Ohly is an Ohio-licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 20 years of practice. He focuses on concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship problems, and the effects of family dynamics. He also works with issues like grief, intimacy, parenting strain, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
He describes a practical, structured style that balances listening with clear steps clients can try between sessions. EMDR is a primary tool he mentions using alongside cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness techniques. He also weaves in existential questions about meaning when that fits a person's concerns.
Haven has experience in substance use disorder treatment and serves as a Clinical Director at a SUD program. He brings professional experience and personal recovery into his work, which he says informs how he supports people facing addiction and relapse concerns. His Cleveland upbringing also shapes how he understands community and systemic stressors.
In a typical session he aims to help people name patterns that began in childhood and see how those patterns show up today. He talks with clients about relationships, family roles, and attachment in clear, plain language. Practical tools such as thought records, mindfulness exercises, and stepwise processing techniques are used when helpful.
He is comfortable integrating faith-based perspectives for those who want that included. For international clients and English speakers he offers services from Ohio, and he asks people to confirm current session options before booking.
Approaches used and how online sessions can help
Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding a person's experience without judgment and prioritizes the client's perspective; it is useful for building trust and clarifying personal goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. EMDR is an approach used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional hold; some people use it when past events continue to influence current reactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, past experiences, and preferences, then suggest methods to try. That decision is collaborative and can change as the work progresses.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into weekday breaks, reduce travel time, and allow a quicker check-in when life is busy. Some formats use less bandwidth or omit video, which can suit people who need a shorter or quieter check-in rather than a full in-person visit. Licensed professionals often adapt tools like CBT worksheets, mindfulness prompts, and EMDR procedures for remote work when appropriate.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship problems, grief, parenting stress, ADHD, and family-of-origin patterns.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
His style is practical and structured. He combines listening with tools from client-centered work, CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and existential discussion.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of professional experience, including clinical leadership in substance use disorder services.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an OH LISW, practicing in Ohio.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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