Therapy for Moms in Columbus, OH
Therapy for moms who are anxious, stretched thin, and tired of putting everyone else first.
"I love my kids. I'm also so tired I could cry, and I feel guilty about both."
Does this sound like your day?
6:45 am Lunches, shoes, and running out the door for a meeting you can't be late for. You're the family's unofficial project manager, and nobody has handed you the title, let alone a raise.
12:30 pm You're eating at your desk, or standing at the counter, while answering a teacher's email and drafting tonight's dinner in your head.
9:45 pm The kids are asleep, and you should rest. Instead, you're replaying what you said at drop-off and adding 12 things to tomorrow's list.
On paper, you're doing great.
Underneath, you're wondering why it takes so much to do what looks easy for everyone else. It's a lot to carry.
Why is mom life so exhausting, even when everything is "fine"?
Because you're carrying the mental load, which is all the invisible work of remembering, planning, and anticipating for everyone else. The dentist appointment, the birthday gift, who's outgrown their shoes. Nobody sees that list, and it never gets crossed off.
Then comes the guilt. Work late, and you feel guilty about home. Take a night off, and you feel guilty about that too. Whichever choice you make, guilt tags along.
Plenty of capable moms live this way, and it makes sense that you're worn down. Here's the hopeful part: this responds well to support, and the changes that help are often smaller than you'd expect. A boundary that holds. A few minutes that belong to you. A little less pressure to be perfect.
What you might be telling yourself.
"I should be able to handle this."
"Everyone else makes this look easy."
"I don't have time for me."
"I'm failing everyone."
"I snap at the people I love."
What we work toward in therapy
Treating asking for help as a skill, not a weakness.
Comparing less and trusting your own judgment more.
Small, doable pockets of rest that fit the day you actually have.
Easing the pressure to be perfect, so you can feel like enough.
Feeling calmer and more present with your kids and your partner.
Meet Monica
I'm Monica Kettler, LPCC-S, and I offer therapy for moms in Columbus, Ohio, in person at my Easton office and online anywhere in Ohio. I've spent 7 years working with adults through every phase of life. I'm a mom to a two-year-old, so I know the scramble firsthand.
My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, with a touch of humor, because it's ok to laugh while you work on this stuff. You won't be judged for what you say here. You'll be heard first.
You've scheduled everyone else's appointments.
It’s time to book one for yourself.
Book a free 15-minute phone consultation to talk about what's wearing you down.
How does therapy for moms work?
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How does therapy for moms work? *
A free 15-minute call. Tell me what's been weighing on you, and ask me anything. No pressure, no commitment.
Your first session. It's mostly a conversation, 55 minutes long. You don't need the right words or a tidy explanation. Starting in the middle of the mess is fine.
Tools that fit your life. I draw on CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused work, and a person-centered approach, matched to you. Between sessions, you might try something small, like a 60-second reset in the car before you walk into the house. No stack of worksheets.
Questions Moms Ask Before Booking.
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You don't need to hit a breaking point to deserve support. If you feel on edge most days, snap at people you love, can't relax, or have pulled away from friends and family, that's reason enough to talk to someone. A free 15-minute call is a low-pressure way to find out.
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Many moms ask this, and it's often the guilt talking. Your kids and your partner benefit when you're rested and steady. Taking care of yourself is part of taking care of them.
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I see clients Monday through Friday, with hours that run from 9 am to 6 pm depending on the day, and I offer both in-person and online sessions. Meet me at my Easton office, or online from your couch or your parked car on a lunch break. No extra commute. Find more information about my hours in my FAQ.
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No. You can say the messy, honest things here, like how tired you are, how guilty you feel, or that you sometimes fantasize about a hotel room by yourself. I'll listen, and I won't judge you.
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My session fee is $150 for 55 minutes. I'm in network with five insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, so your cost may be as little as your copay. If you have a different plan, I can provide a superbill you can submit to ask about out-of-network reimbursement. Check out my Fees & Insurance page for more information.
You've spent years taking care of everyone else.
A free 15-minute call is a small way to start taking care of you.
I see moms for therapy in Columbus, Ohio, including the Easton area, and online across the state.
I see moms for therapy in Columbus, Ohio, including the Easton area, and online across the state. Also feeling burned out or anxious? You can read more about my burnout therapy and anxiety therapy.