- Anger management
- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness practice
About Heath
Heath Ridenbaugh is an Ohio LPCC with three years of professional experience. He works with adults on issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, relationship problems, grief, parenting concerns, and self-esteem. He also helps with communication problems, divorce and separation, and young adult issues.
He uses a practical, person-focused style in sessions. Conversations concentrate on what is happening now and on steps someone can take to manage strong emotions like anger. He blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral ideas and solution-focused planning.
In practice he listens first and then works with the person to set clear, manageable goals. Sessions often include looking at thoughts and behaviors that keep anger and stress high. Mindfulness tools are used to help people notice their reactions and choose different responses.
Heath draws on examples and small experiments rather than long lectures. He aims to help people develop concrete skills they can use between sessions. That can include short exercises for grounding, breathing, and shifting unhelpful thought patterns.
He brings a straightforward, nonjudgmental approach to common but difficult problems. People meet and discuss what is most pressing, try short strategies in session, and track what changes over time. If you decide to begin, the first conversations focus on immediate concerns and practical next steps.
How his approaches shape online sessions
He uses client-centered methods that prioritize listening and building a working relationship. That approach focuses on what matters most to the person and guides goal setting and planning.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. He uses CBT to identify patterns that keep anger and anxiety high and to try new ways of thinking and behaving that reduce reactivity.
Mindfulness practices are offered as brief exercises to notice bodily sensations and urges before acting. These techniques are useful for people who want tools to slow down strong reactions and make different choices in the moment.
Choosing the best approach is collaborative. He will talk through options with the person, try small techniques, and adjust based on what helps most. The process focuses on practical goals and clear steps rather than abstract theory.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use a mix of conversation, guided exercises, and homework to help build new habits over time.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He addresses losing temper with others, building resentment, frustration at work, and living alongside someone else’s anger. He also works with related issues such as stress, depression, and substance use.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are person-centered and practical. He combines listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of clinical experience as an LPCC practicing in Ohio.
What credential and location apply to his practice?
He holds the LPCC credential and is licensed in the State of Ohio.
Which languages are offered and can international clients work with him?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the original biography does not specify formats.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.