Heath Ridenbaugh greets people with a straightforward, caring approach.
01About Heath
Heath Ridenbaugh greets people with a straightforward, caring approach. He focuses on common concerns like depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and anger. He also supports work on addictions, relationship struggles, parenting strain, and self-esteem.
Heath holds an LPCC, which is the Ohio licensed professional clinical counselor credential, and works with adults and young adults on practical steps forward. He uses a person-centered style that starts with listening. That means conversations focus on what matters to the client.
Background and approach
He pairs that with cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try different actions. Solution-focused methods help clients set small, achievable goals and build momentum. Sessions are often direct and goal oriented.
Heath aims to make time useful by breaking problems into manageable pieces. He brings a friendly, nonjudgmental tone and encourages clear communication about what is and isn’t working. He has three years of clinical experience in Ohio and offers sessions in English.
Common topics he sees include drug and alcohol addiction, family problems, social anxiety, mood disorders, and issues people face during divorce or separation. He also helps those finding purpose or struggling with young adult transitions. People who start with him usually do practical work between sessions.
That can include short exercises, thought records, or simple behavior changes to try. The goal is steady progress toward clearer thinking and more effective daily routines.
02Credentials
- LPCC (Ohio)
- License E.1800773 · expires July 2026
- NPI
- 1851756266 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Heath lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Anger management
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Methods Heath names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Heath names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How He Uses Collaborative Methods Online
Heath commonly blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral techniques to help people make practical changes. Client-centered therapy means the session starts with listening and focusing on what the person finds most important, which helps with relationship issues, parenting strain, and grief. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors so people can test new ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Heath will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then together decide which methods to try. That collaborative planning makes it easier to adjust tools and pace based on progress and comfort.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for in-depth work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is a concern. Text and live chat are useful for brief check-ins, quick skill practice, or ongoing encouragement between longer sessions. These options help fit therapy into busy days and make it simpler to keep momentum.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does Heath address?
Heath helps with addictions, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and self-esteem. He also focuses on communication problems, divorce and separation, and young adult issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a person-centered approach that emphasizes listening and collaboration. He combines that with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused methods to set goals and try practical changes.
What is his clinical background?
He has three years of experience working in the mental health field. He draws on work with mood disorders, substance use concerns, and grief to guide sessions with adults and young adults.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
Heath holds an LPCC credential in Ohio and practices there. Sessions are conducted in English and follow Ohio professional standards.
Are sessions available in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only and are not available for international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options let people choose what fits their schedule and comfort level.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process pairs you and sets up the first session.
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