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Cecilia Wheeler, LISW

  • Experience23 years
  • LocationOhio
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About Cecilia

Cecilia Wheeler is a licensed social worker in Ohio with 23 years of clinical experience and a long track record of supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and other life challenges.

Background and approach

She brings a strengths-based perspective, affirming that each person is the expert on their own story and carries resources that can be mobilized to face difficult moments. Her practice emphasizes building confidence, restoring motivation, and addressing issues related to parenting, relationships, grief, and substance-related concerns.

Wheeler blends practical strategies with compassionate listening to help clients manage depression, anger, compassion fatigue, intimacy-related concerns, career transitions, and ADHD-related difficulties. She aims to meet clients where they are and encourage small, achievable steps toward meaningful change.

Prospective clients are invited to take that first step when ready; the therapist recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and values partnering with people as they move forward.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online care

CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to reframe thoughts and change routines; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts interfere with daily life. Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on processing and integrating painful experiences while building coping tools to reduce trauma-related symptoms and improve functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each client to choose or combine methods based on the client's goals, needs, and preferences, regularly checking in and adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow clients to engage from home or other convenient locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care during transitions or travel while still working with licensed professionals to pursue targeted therapeutic goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
The practice focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, career matters, depression, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What therapeutic approaches does she use in sessions?
The therapist uses evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to tailor care to each client.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 23 years of professional work experience to her practice, drawing on long-term clinical work to inform treatment choices and support client goals.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the credential LISW and is licensed in Ohio with the license OH LISW I.0010178-SUPV.
Does she offer services in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preferences and scheduling needs.
How are fees and payment organized?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy with this clinician?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English