Compassionate Care for Every Stage of Life: Children, Teens, and Adults
At Positive Perspectives, we understand that life can be overwhelming at any age. Whether you’re a parent navigating challenges with your child, a teen feeling lost, or an adult carrying years of silent struggle, we’re here to walk alongside you. Our team offers specialized support tailored to your unique needs—so you never have to go through it alone.
Finding Relief from Depression & Anxiety
It’s more common than you think to feel stuck in cycles of sadness, anxiety, or even high-energy swings that seem impossible to manage. Many of our clients come to us after years of feeling unseen or misunderstood. Whether you’re facing depression, Bipolar Disorder, or relentless anxiety, our compassionate therapists are trained to help you untangle the pain and rediscover your strength. We work collaboratively—with you, your loved ones, and your other providers—so you feel supported every step of the way.
If you struggle with panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, or constant worry, know that you’re not alone—and that healing is possible. With the right care, many people notice a powerful shift, even early in treatment.
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Healing from Trauma
Surviving trauma—whether from abuse, neglect, medical illness, or other life-altering experiences—can leave lasting emotional and physical scars. But healing is absolutely possible. Many of our clinicians specialize in trauma recovery, offering hope and effective treatment like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a highly respected approach for processing difficult memories and reclaiming peace.
You are not your trauma. With support, you can find a way forward.
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Supporting LGBTQ+ Clients with Affirming Care
You deserve to feel seen, respected, and supported—just as you are. We are committed to providing safe, inclusive, and affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients of all ages. Whether you’re seeking counseling, exploring identity, navigating transitions, or simply looking for a place where you don’t have to explain yourself, our doors are open with love and respect.
Crisis Support:
- Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860
- Trevor Project Hotline: (866) 488-7386
- TrevorText: Text “Trevor” to 1-202-304-1200
- National LGBTQ Hotline: (888) 843-4564
Local & National Resources:
- The Trevor Project
- Equitas Health (Dayton)
- Wexner Transgender Primary Care (OSU)
- Stonewall Columbus
- Greater Dayton LGBT Center
- Gatlyn Dame Group
- Visible and Resilient in Community and Self
- PFLAG Dayton
- Extending the Branch
- Info on Poppers & Health Risks
Finding Freedom from Addiction
When addiction takes hold, it affects everything—your health, your relationships, and your self-worth. We’re here to offer hope. Our counselors are trained in addiction recovery and work closely with local rehab centers. We also support family members navigating the pain of loving someone in active addiction and offer healing from codependency and ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) patterns.
Recovery is possible. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to do this by yourself.
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Sober Curious? Explore Your Relationship with Alcohol:
- SoBeCurious.com
- This Naked Mind by Annie Grace – Book, Podcast
- Sober Curious by Ruby Warrington – Book, Podcast
- Podcasts: This Naked Mind
- Jolene Park on Gray Area Drinking (TED Talk)
- Edit Podcast with Aiden Donnelly Rowley
Helping Children, Teens & Families Thrive
Parenting is one of life’s greatest challenges—and joys. When your child is struggling with behavior, attention, or emotional distress, it can feel overwhelming. Our skilled child and family therapists specialize in supporting young people and the people who love them. From tantrums to trauma, ADHD to anxiety, self-injury to divorce transitions—we’re here to help your family grow stronger together.
We also support couples and blended families, offer therapy for adoptive and foster care situations, and help teens struggling with body image or self-harm.
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Therapy from Anywhere: Secure Telehealth
We know life is busy. That’s why we offer confidential, HIPAA-compliant telehealth services that let you attend therapy from the comfort of your home—or wherever you feel safe and grounded. Telehealth allows us to meet you where you are, both emotionally and physically.