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If you’re feeling nervous… If you are feeling nervous…don’t worry, you’re not alone. Meeting a stranger for the first time and telling them all about yourself isn’t the easiest task. I do my best to be welcoming and approachable. Your comfort and sense of safety are very important to me. The best advice for overcoming nervousness in the first session is to just be open to the Counseling & Psychotherapy process . Communicate with me about how you’re feeling. If you’re intimidated by the with Midwest Psychiatric Center, Inc. idea of starting therapy, it’s okay! We can work through that together and move at a pace that is comfortable for you. About Midwest Psychiatric Center, Inc. MPC is a private psychiatric practice owned by my colleague, Dr. Rakesh Kaneria. I provide therapy to adults at this location. We can accept most commercial insurances, as well as Caresource (of Ohio Medicaid) and Medicare. Clients who work with me at MPC also have the option to see Dr. Kaneria for evaluation and medication management if desired or needed. We are located in West Midwest Psychiatric Center, Inc. Chester, OH near the UC West Chester 7760 W. VOA Park Dr. Suite G Hospital, just off I-75, between Liberty Way West Chester, OH 45069 and Tylersville Rd. Phone: 513-217-5221 Fax: 513-217-6221 You can feel better! Leah Groshek, LISW-S, CTS Beginning Therapy: Credentials and Training: If you have made the decision to begin therapy, Masters in Social Work from The Ohio State University with concentration in Clinical Social Work. Bachelors of Arts in Social work from The Catholic University of America Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervisory Designation in the state of Ohio Certified Trauma Specialist with the National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children. good for you! You are making a courageous decision! Here’s what you can expect: The first appointment you have will be an “Assessment” session. This is when we will meet each other and begin to tackle three tasks. 1. We will discuss some questions about your history, and complete some paperwork about symptoms you may be experiencing. We will explore your strengths and interests, as well as the challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Screening questionnaires and other clinical tools may be used at this time. 2. Why therapy ? We will explore your goals. This is often a fun conversation because we begin to imagine what it is Therapy is all about making change. We all have you want to achieve through coming to therapy. areas of our lives that are stressful, confusing, or When we set concrete and specific goals, we are difficult. We also all have strengths, capabilities, knowledge, and insight. Therapy is about mobilizing our strengths to create positive changes in our lives. People who come to therapy often experience: •A better understanding of themselves •Stronger and deeper relationships •Improved health and wellness •Less anxiety and depression •A better quality of life •More rejuvenating sleep •Relief from physical and emotional pain more likely to achieve positive change. It is very My psychotherapy experience includes community mental health work as a staff psychotherapist for adults, children, and adolescents, as well as group and couple’s therapy facilitator. I am well-versed in a variety of treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structured Sensory Interventions, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamics, Narrative Therapy, and TraumaFocused CBT. In addition to standard “talk therapy” approaches, I implement a number of interactive interventions in my practice including art therapies, bibliotherapy, therapeutic writing, and experiential interventions. important that these goals reflect the things YOU want. Feel free to tell me about your priorities, preferences, and values! 3. To close the assessment phase, I will offer you some information and recommendations. This is where we can begin to discuss things like diagnosis and treatment options. Feel free to ask lots of questions! Together we will establish a personalized plan for your therapy, tailored to your schedule, level of motivation, and goals.