Zachary Havens , LPCC

Zachary Havens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio with 6 years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation struggles, self-esteem and confidence challenges, and depression while supporting practical movement toward healthier patterns.

He creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and explored. Zachary emphasizes the courage involved in seeking change and works to make the therapeutic process approachable and collaborative while honoring each person’s readiness for growth.

With substantial experience addressing life traumas and other impactful situations that leave individuals feeling stuck, he guides clients to identify agreed upon goals and expand their understanding of self through treatment. His practice emphasizes steady progress and practical strategies that align with each client’s values and priorities.

Zachary has particular expertise working with first responders, athletes, and people navigating injury rehabilitation, mood disturbances, work-related concerns, adjustment issues, and anxiety. He is currently completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and seeks to integrate this modality to address symptoms related to anxiety, trauma, and related distress.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Zachary Havens draws on evidence-informed approaches to tailor online care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which he is currently training in, is a trauma-focused method aimed at reducing the lingering emotional impact of distressing memories and related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Working collaboratively with a licensed professional, clients and therapists explore goals, preferences, and responses to different techniques to determine the best fit. Zachary emphasizes shared decision making so the plan matches each person’s needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone can fit into busy schedules, while live chat and text-based messaging provide additional ways to stay connected between sessions. These options make it easier for people to access consistent care across geographic distances and during life transitions.