Cheryl Harstine, LPCC-ATR
Offering in-person sessions at Middleburg Heights, as well as online sessions at Columbus (Polaris), Middleburg Heights, and throughout Ohio State.
Ages Served: 13+
“Our job is not to deny the story, but defy the ending—rise strong, recognize our story, and rumble with the truth until we get to a point where we think, ‘Yes, This is what happened. This is my truth. And I will choose how the story ends.’”
—Brené Brown
I am passionate about working to connect with clients from all walks of life. I know how difficult finding a balance in work and home life can be, as I navigate being a wife and a mother to an energetic child. With my clients I focus on providing a safe space for each individual to express and honor their voice to help establish and reconnect with each client’s own voice to honor your story and regain a better understanding of self with compassion.
Who I Work With
I work with folks from 13-99 and encountering clients from a variety of cultures and identities. I work with clients on a wide variety of life challenges including:
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Substance use
Parenting
LGBTQ+ and challenges arising from minority stress
Grief
Navigating upsetting life circumstances
Professional Experience
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Registered Art Therapist. Typically I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing. When appropriate and with clients who are open to it, I find Art therapy can often help at times when words fail. I also value and often bring into sessions work on mindfulness.
I received my Master's degree in Counseling and Art Therapy from Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio. In my nearly 15 years working in our communities, including inpatient care within Cleveland Clinic hospitals, I have been inspired by my clients’ resilience even in very dark times.
Fun Facts
I love spending time with my husband and daughter either cozying up at home , but also being active outdoors. I find swimming a huge stress reducer for me. I love witnessing my child grow and foster creativity with her. Reminding myself it's the small things in life that matter most, like a good cup of coffee and a smile.
Life can overwhelm each of us with illness within the family, financial strain and feelings of disconnect in ourselves. I know that it takes courage to reach out and ask for help.
Supervised by David Bowers, PhD, IMFT lic# F.2000127
Accepted Insurance
Aetna
Anthem
BCBS
Medical Mutual
Optum
OSU—Faculty and Staff
OSU—Student Health Insurance
United Healthcare
Molina
OhioHealthy
Oscar
AmeriHealth Caritas
CareSource
UHC Community Plan
HUMANA
