Strive CLE Counseling

Strive CLE Counseling Westside Cleveland | Outpatient Mental Health Therapy and Psychiatry Services | Spravato | Medication Management | EMDR

Individual mental health services on the Westside of Cleveland. 13 years experience with additional training in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders and PTSD/Trauma work. Currently meeting with college (18+) - adult aged individuals seeking mental health assessment and treatment.

Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere because systems do not exis...
01/19/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere because systems do not exist in isolation. Harm in one place ripples outward and silence allows it to spread.

At Strive, we believe mental health care and social justice are deeply connected. Trauma does not happen in a vacuum. Oppression, racism, inequality, and violence impact nervous systems, families, and communities every day. Honoring Dr. King’s legacy means not only remembering his words, but continuing the work of listening, protecting dignity, and advocating for care that is accessible, affirming, and rooted in equity.

Justice is not passive. Healing is not neutral. And care should never require people to shrink themselves to survive.

Today we honor Dr. King by committing to compassion paired with action, reflection paired with responsibility, and care that sees the whole human experience.

2025 Wrapped! 🙌🙌 We’re reflecting on a year that shaped how we show up and care for our community. 2025 was about intent...
01/19/2026

2025 Wrapped! 🙌🙌 We’re reflecting on a year that shaped how we show up and care for our community. 2025 was about intentional growth. Expanding access. Strengthening our team. And creating more space for people to feel supported, seen, and safe.

What mattered most were the people. The clients who trusted us. The clinicians and staff who showed up with compassion, skill, and collaboration. The steady progress that happens when care is built thoughtfully and together.

As we move forward, our commitment stays the same. To keep expanding services, investing in our team, and providing connected, evidence based care.

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, returning to care, or exploring new services, 2026 is a meaningful time to begin. We’re here and ready to walk alongside you.

01/15/2026

When Spravato kicks in and you’re feeling yourself again!
That moment when you realize relief doesn’t have to take forever, and it doesn’t have to look like just “getting by.” It can look like feeling better, faster.

isn’t just another medication. It’s the breakthrough treatment for those who’ve tried everything for their severe and need something different.

Here’s to feeling like you again!

01/13/2026

Sometimes humor is how we cope. And sometimes your nervous system is asking for a little more attention than the punchline.

When a therapist asks, “Where do you feel that in your body?” they’re not trying to stop your story. They’re helping you slow down enough to notice what’s happening underneath it. Stress, anxiety, and old patterns don’t just live in our thoughts. They show up in tight shoulders, shallow breathing, heavy chests, or that knot in your stomach you’ve learned to ignore.

At Strive, we help you build awareness safely and at your pace so your body and mind can work together instead of against each other. You don’t have to perform here. You just get to be human.

Ready to listen to what your body needs? Reach out and let’s work together. Your healing journey starts when you’re ready.
Cleveland Therapy, Ohio Therapist, spravato, therapy, counseling, medication management

We had the best time bringing the Strive team and their families together for a holiday celebration filled with laughter...
01/12/2026

We had the best time bringing the Strive team and their families together for a holiday celebration filled with laughter, connection, and a little friendly competition at this weekend.

Moments like these remind us that community matters. Supporting mental health also means making space for joy, play, and togetherness outside of the therapy room. We’re so grateful for this team and the people who support them every day. 💙

doesn’t always look like a crisis. ❤️Sometimes it looks like waking up exhausted. Going through the motions. Feeling s...
01/08/2026

doesn’t always look like a crisis. ❤️
Sometimes it looks like waking up exhausted. Going through the motions. Feeling stuck in the same heavy place no matter how hard you try.

If you’ve tried multiple medications and still feel like relief is out of reach, you’re not failing. You may be dealing with treatment-resistant depression and there are other options.
Spravato is an FDA-approved treatment that works differently than traditional antidepressants and is provided in a safe, monitored medical setting with ongoing support.

Appointments are now booking at Strive.
You don’t have to stay in survival mode forever.

If you’ve been considering increasing your therapy sessions lately or getting back into therapy, you’re not alone. The s...
01/08/2026

If you’ve been considering increasing your therapy sessions lately or getting back into therapy, you’re not alone. The shift in seasons brings a lot, colder weather, shorter days, and heavier emotions. The world is heavy right now. Your nervous system is feeling it all.

Needing more support doesn’t mean you’re “falling behind.” It means you’re tuning in. Therapy isn’t just for crisis, it’s for regular maintenance, nervous system care, and giving yourself a dedicated space to stay grounded when everything else feels up in the air.

Some seasons call for a little extra softness, a bit more support, and more frequent check-ins. This is one of those seasons. 💙 We have appointments available right away. Visit our website or call us to get scheduled today.

01/05/2026

That post-EMDR tired hits different. 🫶
If you’ve ever left a session feeling extra sleepy, foggy, or ready for a nap, you’re not doing wrong. asks your brain and nervous system to do some deep processing, and that work takes energy.

Feeling tired afterward can be a sign your mind and body are integrating and healing. Rest is not optional here, it’s part of the process.

At Strive, our EMDR therapists help you move at a pace that feels safe and supportive, and we’ll always remind you to be gentle with yourself after sessions.

What if you don’t have memories to work with in EMDR? 🤔That’s actually very common and it does not mean won’t work for...
01/02/2026

What if you don’t have memories to work with in EMDR? 🤔

That’s actually very common and it does not mean won’t work for you.

EMDR does not require clear memories, detailed stories, or knowing exactly where something came from. We can start with what is showing up now. A body sensation. A belief like “something feels off.” A strong emotional reaction you can’t explain. Even a sense of numbness.

Your nervous system remembers what your mind may not. EMDR works by helping the brain process what has been stored implicitly through emotions, sensations, and patterns, not just explicit memories. As processing unfolds, insight often comes later or sometimes not at all and that is okay. Relief and regulation can still happen.

If you’ve ever thought “I don’t remember anything, so won’t work for me,” EMDR may actually be a gentle place to begin.

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