Zachary Havens, LPCC

Zachary Havens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Ohio with six years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, struggles with motivation and self-esteem, and symptoms of depression. He emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely, recognizing that taking the first steps toward change often requires courage.

Zachary brings experience helping individuals who feel stuck after difficult life events, guiding them toward measurable growth and clearer self-understanding. He collaborates with clients to set agreed upon goals and adapts interventions to support progress. His background includes focused work with first responders, athletes, and people navigating injury rehabilitation, mood disturbances, workplace challenges, and adjustment concerns.

He is trained in approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and he is currently completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to further address anxiety and trauma-related symptoms. Zachary welcomes requests for appointments and looks forward to supporting individuals and families as they work toward their unique treatment goals.

How Therapeutic Approaches Translate to Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and take committed actions toward those values while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mood concerns. Sessions typically include practical skills and exercises to practice between appointments. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that aims to reduce the intensity of distressing memories; Zachary is currently completing EMDR training and may integrate this modality with clients experiencing trauma-related symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Zachary will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailor methods to find the best fit. Clients are invited to ask questions and adjust the plan as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access care from home, commute, or while traveling. This range of options supports scheduling needs, ongoing communication between sessions, and consistent access to licensed professionals regardless of geographic location.