Therapy in Columbus, Ohio for Healing and Growth

Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying anxiety, trauma, or relationship stress. At Lumin Counseling we provide compassionate therapy using EMDR and CBT to help you heal and move forward.

Our approach combines EMDR therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients process difficult experiences, develop healthier thinking patterns, and build stronger emotional resilience. Whether you are navigating trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, our goal is to create a supportive space where you can feel understood and empowered.

If you’re looking for a therapist in Columbus or Westerville, Ohio, we invite you to begin your healing journey with us.

Find the Right Therapist

Finding a therapist who understands your experiences and supports your growth can make a powerful difference in your healing journey.

At Lumin Counseling, we believe therapy should be a safe, collaborative space where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. We work with clients from Columbus, Westerville, and throughout Ohio who are seeking support for challenges such as anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and personal growth.

Our goal is not simply to address symptoms but to help you gain deeper insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and build a life that feels more balanced and meaningful.

Therapy Services

We offer therapy services designed to support individuals and couples at different stages of their lives. Our approach focuses on understanding your unique story and creating a personalized treatment plan that helps you move forward.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy provides a confidential and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences with the guidance of a trained therapist.

At Lumin Counseling, individual therapy often focuses on concerns such as anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and personal growth. Using evidence-based methods like EMDR therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we help clients understand the patterns that may be holding them back and develop healthier ways of thinking and responding to life’s challenges.

Individual therapy can help you:

• process past trauma
• manage anxiety and stress
• improve emotional awareness
• develop healthier coping strategies
• build greater confidence and resilience

Our goal is to help you gain the tools and insight needed to move forward with clarity and confidence.

two leaves growing from one stem representing couples counseling and shared growth

Couples Counseling

Relationships can be deeply meaningful, but they can also become strained when communication breaks down or unresolved issues create distance between partners.

Couples counseling at Lumin Counseling helps partners strengthen their connection, improve communication, and navigate conflict in a healthier way. We work with couples to understand the patterns that contribute to relationship challenges and to build skills that foster trust, empathy, and emotional connection.

Couples counseling may help with:

• communication difficulties
• recurring conflicts
• emotional disconnection
• rebuilding trust after difficult experiences
• navigating life transitions together

Through counseling, many couples learn how to better understand each other’s needs and create a more supportive and fulfilling relationship.

What We Help With

Unresolved trauma can affect emotional well-being, relationships, and daily life. EMDR therapy can help the brain process difficult memories in a healthier way.

Persistent worry, racing thoughts, and constant tension can make everyday life difficult. Therapy can help you develop strategies to manage anxiety and restore a sense of calm.

When feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or low motivation persist, counseling can help uncover the underlying factors and support meaningful change.

Whether in romantic relationships, friendships, or family dynamics, therapy can help improve communication and foster healthier connections.

Why Choose Lumin Counseling

At Lumin Counseling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy in a supportive environment where healing and growth are possible. Our goal is to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward with confidence.

We believe that healing begins with a supportive therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and understanding.

Our approach focuses on meeting each client where they are and creating a treatment plan that reflects their unique needs and goals. By combining compassion with evidence-based therapy methods such as EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we help clients move beyond painful experiences and build a stronger foundation for the future.

Clients choose Lumin Counseling because we focus on:

• personalized treatment plans
• evidence-based therapy methods
• a compassionate and supportive environment
• meaningful and lasting change

Our goal is to help you move toward healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Serving Columbus, Westerville, and Central Ohio

Lumin Counseling proudly serves individuals and couples in Columbus, Westerville, and surrounding Central Ohio communities.

Many of our clients come from nearby areas such as Dublin, Worthington, and Upper Arlington seeking therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and personal growth.

We also provide therapy for clients throughout Ohio and California, making it possible to receive professional support even if you are not located directly in Columbus.

If you are searching for a therapist in Columbus, Ohio, we welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey toward healing.

Client Reviews

Many clients who come to Lumin Counseling are seeking understanding, support, and meaningful change. We are honored to walk alongside them in their healing journey.

Clients often describe their experience as supportive, compassionate, and transformative. Through therapy, they gain new insight into their experiences, develop healthier coping strategies, and begin to see new possibilities for their lives and relationships. Please check out some of our reviews below:

Dominic
Dominic
Incredible! Stephen Duraney conducts himself in a very professional manner, and he helps navigate difficult personal life challenges with empathy and wisdom. I definitely recommend Stephen.
Dana
Dana
This organization is doing great things to help people be restored and find new hope and healing!
Danny
Danny
He is always straightforward but also patient and kind. He has helped me to realize truths about myself and my life that I didn't even recognize at first. I have experienced a lot of healing and growth because of his help! I highly recommend his services through Lumin Counseling!
Paul
Paul
Stephen Duraney is excellent! He is competent and caring. Everything I wanted in a counselor. EMDR was very helpful in assisting me with resolving my traumatic experience.
Brendan
Brendan
Stephen is great at what he does! I would highly recommend Lumin
Jonathan
Jonathan
Stephen is professional, responsive, compassionate, engaged, and empathetic. He is exactly the type of person who should be in this field.

Frequently Asked Questions

Therapy can help with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, stress, life transitions, and personal growth.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy used to help people process traumatic or distressing memories so they no longer feel overwhelming.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that influence emotions and behaviors.

Yes. Lumin Counseling offers couples counseling for partners who want to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen their relationship.

Yes. Online therapy options are available for clients throughout Ohio and California, allowing you to receive support from the comfort of your home.

Your first session focuses on understanding your concerns, discussing your goals for therapy, and determining the best approach to support your healing process.

Start Counseling With Lumin Counseling

Beginning therapy is an important step toward healing and personal growth. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges, you do not have to face these struggles alone.

At Lumin Counseling, we provide compassionate therapy in Columbus, Ohio designed to help you gain clarity, develop resilience, and move toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

If you’re ready to take the next step, we invite you to connect with us.