Iris Blanchard, LPCC

Iris Blanchard is licensed in Ohio and brings 31 years of professional experience to her therapeutic practice. As an LPCC - a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - she works with people facing depression, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, and recovery from trauma and abuse, as well as those seeking greater motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the individual's specific needs. Iris emphasizes a collaborative process that adapts to where a person is in their life and honors the courage it takes to begin change.

Her aim is to support clients through practical, person-centered care that reflects their goals and circumstances. Whether someone is managing mood challenges, relational or attachment concerns, or questions about life purpose and identity, Iris provides steady professional guidance to help navigate those difficulties and move toward a more fulfilling life.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Iris Blanchard draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional understanding. One common approach centers on cognitive strategies that help identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns - useful for anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem concerns. Another approach emphasizes skills-based work such as developing coping strategies, improving communication, and building motivation - approaches that support recovery from addictions and challenges with everyday stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Iris works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals will adjust methods over time so that therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Iris includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to maintain continuity of care for people managing work, caregiving, travel, or other commitments, while still working with experienced therapists.