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Emotional Regulation Coaching with Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor
Develop the mental strength you need to handle life's challenges. Consider this your personal 'gym' for the brain. Join me in cultivating a stronger mindset and unlock your full emotional potential!
For Adults With Anxiety, ADHD, and Relationship Struggles
Serving Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton, Akron, Toledo, and all over Ohio—virtually.
At Great Lakes Counseling Group, we help you turn emotional struggle into real strength.
Through practical, evidence-based tools, you’ll learn how to regulate your emotions, build resilience, and create meaningful change that shows up in everyday life.
This isn’t just talk therapy. We combine clinical expertise with emotional skill building and flexible support — so you’re not just getting by between sessions, you’re actually growing through them.
In other words, we work together. I'll give you real interventions to help you live your best life.
Because you're more than a diagnosis — and your therapy should reflect that.
So much more than therapy.
At Great Lakes Counseling Group, my mission is to provide a supportive environment for emotional skill building, transforming challenges into strengths. Think of it as a gym for the brain, where we work together to enhance your emotional intelligence and self-regulation. Through personalized coaching, I help you identify triggers and develop coping strategies tailored to your unique needs. Join me on this important journey towards emotional well-being and discover the strength that comes from understanding and managing your emotions effectively.
Meet Our Expert
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Hi, I'm Terri! A GenX cisgender severe ADHD neurospicy Capricorn mom from the suburbs of Ohio. My journey from Toledo to global HR executive to psychotherapist has gifted me with unique insights into the human psyche. It also helps that I was raised by my mother, Bunny, who knew everything about everything! I've helped a lot of individuals and couples figure themselves out and live their best lives.
I'm also a board-certified licensed professional clinical counselor based in Ohio.
Beyond therapy, I'm a storyteller, avid traveler, and animal enthusiast, bringing diverse experiences into my sessions. This is a no pressure no blame no stress no judgment zone, so we laugh a lot.
Yes, I talk about politics too because it's a safe space. I hope to meet you soon!
You can see what people say about me ⬇️ - it's the only time I give a damn!
Where my expertise comes from:
I've spent nearly
10K hours
face to face with couples over the last 10 years.
That’s the equivalent of spending five years meeting with couples on a full-time schedule.
I've treated over
900 individuals
for challenges with focus, anxiety, depression, and communication.
It's about four full years at 40 hours a week sitting with individuals helping navigate life's shit.
I've been in practice for
10 years
and my clients are all over Ohio. During COVID I served NY, MO, CA, and GA
Up until recently I've not done a lot of marketing. Word of mouth has kept me busy - I hope to be busier!
I spent
25 years
in Human Resource Management
I worked for Hudson's/Marshall Fields, The Weather Channel, weather.com, Zurich and served on global HR teams.
"Terri doesn't blame or judge. Just actionable plans and steady progress."
S.W.
June 25, 2025
"I acknowledge that the inner critic's voice is now more recognizable and less impactful than it was last year."
P.G.
June 25, 2025
"She has been absolutely fantastic. Listens to my needs and provided helpful feedback. Definitely would come back to her."
J.S.
June 25, 2025
"When I first started working with Terri, I was in crisis. Her ability to fully understand me and hold space for me was unprecedented in my therapy journey. She was extraordinary and I'll return to her."
A.K.
June 25, 2025
"Terri is absolutely amazing and has created the best experience I have ever had with therapy or really any mental health help. She is very honest, insightful, and I can’t help but smile and feel safe with her during her appointments."
M.T.
June 25, 2025
"Terri is fantastic, amazing, incredible, awesome!!!! I miss her!!! She’s so good at what she does that I got better and don’t need therapy (for now—knock on wood!). I truly feel she was born to do this work. She is so genuinely caring and encouraging! I can’t say enough good things about her. She was above and beyond for me. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is struggling and needs a kind ear, a professional mind, and a big heart! ❤ A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++"
B.R.
June 25, 2025
"Understands me and what I am feeling."
L.D.
June 25, 2025
"She’s the best!"
C.H.
June 25, 2025
"I love her"
T.N.
June 25, 2025
"Love her"
E.W.
June 25, 2025
About My Practice
Great Lakes Counseling Group is here to support you in your journey toward mental wellness. As a practice tailored specifically for adults, we focus on skills-based treatments for ADHD, anxiety, and relationship issues. Our experienced team is dedicated to understanding your unique situations and providing you with the necessary tools to manage life’s demands effectively. In a safe and nurturing environment, we invite you to explore your thoughts and feelings while building coping strategies that empower you both personally and socially. Reach out now to learn more about how we can assist you.
We use a blend of proven approaches—including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), and Attachment Theory—to help clients build lasting skills. Whether you're navigating anxiety, communication breakdowns, or relationship struggles, our sessions are practical, supportive, and focused on real results that hold up over time.
I am dedicated to helping my clients overcome the debilitating symptoms anxiety and adult ADHD,
I work with couples in high conflict situations to facilitate communication and understanding, helping them recover from affairs and rediscover their connection.
My goal is to empower you to take charge of your emotional health and navigate the complexities of your relationships.
Sessions are held virtually, in the comfort and privacy of your own space. You’ll find a nonjudgmental, no-blame environment where nothing is off-limits. It’s a safe place to explore your thoughts, relationships, and emotions—while learning practical tools to shift how you experience yourself, others, and the world around you.
I’m a proud ally who recognizes that gender identity and sexual orientation are biologically wired, not choices, phases, or moral issues. I don’t separate LGBTQ+ clients into a special category because I treat everyone—transgender men and women, same-sex and polyamorous couples, straight and cisgender individuals—with the same respect, care, and clinical focus. Human diversity isn’t something to tolerate—it’s something to honor. I’m grateful every day for the richness my clients bring to this work.
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