Monica Krechman-Foreman, LPCC

Monica Krechman-Foreman is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Ohio with 29 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, depression, and the many demands that come with life changes. Her practice also addresses aging and geriatric concerns, communication difficulties, mood and panic disorders, postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, social anxiety, and women's issues.

Monica approaches each person with sensitivity, respect, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the unique needs of the individual. She combines practical strategies with supportive listening, helping clients identify goals and build skills for healthier coping. Monica views the decision to seek help as a courageous first step and provides steady guidance throughout the process.

Her work emphasizes collaboration and personalization, so care is shaped around each client’s priorities and circumstances. Monica aims to create a therapeutic partnership that supports clearer communication, improved coping, and progress toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Monica uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where the client's perspective guides the work. This approach focuses on listening, validating individual experience, and supporting personal growth in areas such as relationships, self-worth, and coping with life transitions.

She also incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. CBT can be useful for addressing anxiety, mood concerns, panic symptoms, and everyday stress by teaching practical skills and problem-solving techniques.

The therapist blends mindfulness practices to help clients build present-moment awareness and stress regulation, useful for anxiety, mood management, and cravings related to addiction. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process - Monica collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life or to access care from different locations. Licensed professionals can provide consistent therapeutic support in these formats while tailoring the experience to each client’s communication style and schedule.