Celisa Hardesty
Evidence-based support for anxiety, trauma, and relationships
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About
Celisa Hardesty is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 10 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, and concerns related to self-harm or suicidal thoughts. She also helps clients navigate family conflict and relationship challenges, as well as the effects of trauma and abuse, with an emphasis on building motivation, self-esteem, and confidence over time.
Celisa works with individuals across a range of backgrounds and experiences, including people with autism and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and shaped by the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. In sessions, she focuses on helping clients recognize existing strengths and use them to meet the challenges in front of them.
Celisa views reaching out for therapy as a meaningful act of courage and a first step toward change. She aims to offer support and encouragement as clients work toward a more fulfilling life and the goals that matter most to them.
Outside of her work, Celisa enjoys animals, The Ohio State Buckeyes, horror movies, Harry Potter, reading, and traveling.
Celisa works with individuals across a range of backgrounds and experiences, including people with autism and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and shaped by the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. In sessions, she focuses on helping clients recognize existing strengths and use them to meet the challenges in front of them.
Celisa views reaching out for therapy as a meaningful act of courage and a first step toward change. She aims to offer support and encouragement as clients work toward a more fulfilling life and the goals that matter most to them.
Outside of her work, Celisa enjoys animals, The Ohio State Buckeyes, horror movies, Harry Potter, reading, and traveling.
- Location:
- Ohio, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OH LISW I.1901425-SUPV
- NPI Number: 1164807442
- License: LISW (Ohio)
Evidence-Based Therapy That Fits Your Life Online
Celisa Hardesty uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship or family conflict. A strengths-based lens is often part of the work, focusing on what is already resilient and effective in a client’s life, then building on those skills to support self-esteem, confidence, and motivation.She also brings a trauma-informed perspective, which means paying close attention to how past experiences can shape emotions, thoughts, and relationships in the present. This approach can be especially helpful for people processing trauma or abuse, and for anyone who wants a steadier sense of safety and control in daily life. When family or relationship stress is part of the picture, therapy can include practical support for communication and patterns that keep conflict going.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Celisa works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that feel realistic and supportive over time.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to stay consistent, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and get support in a format that matches how a client communicates best.
How much experience does Celisa Hardesty have?
Celisa Hardesty has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Celisa Hardesty a licensed therapist?
Yes. Celisa Hardesty is licensed in Ohio as an LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker). License number: OH LISW I.1901425-SUPV.
In which languages does Celisa Hardesty provide therapy?
Celisa Hardesty provides therapy in English.
Where is Celisa Hardesty located?
Celisa Hardesty is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Celisa Hardesty as my therapist?
You can work with Celisa Hardesty through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what you prefer and what is available.
Does Celisa Hardesty work with international clients?
No. Celisa Hardesty does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Celisa Hardesty cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.