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Rita Kanareff, LPCC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Rita is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Rita. View 31 reviews
Great news, Rita is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Ohio

Recent reviews

Rita is very kind, insightful, and helpful. She knows what she is doing when it comes to trauma therapy and explains things well.

Reviewed March 2023

I have went through a handful of therapist to fit my needs. Rita has been attentive, great listener, and gives me helpful advice. I would recommend her anyone I know.

Reviewed November 2023

More about Rita

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPCC

I am a clinical counselor and art therapist who specializes in the clinical treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. I special in treating Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). I obtained a bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University in psychology and a master’s degree in art therapy from Ursuline College. I am a member of the Buckeye Art Therapy Association (BATA) and the American Art Therapy Association (AATA). My previous experience includes adjunct professor in the master's program for art therapy and counseling at Ursuline College and working with adults and children in inpatient and outpatient settings. I also have an online practice with adults who are experiencing trauma depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder and life transitions due to family relationship issues, gender issues, grief and chronic illness.

I enjoy getting to know the individual and match my skills with the best therapeutic approach that meets their unique needs. I have a holistic approach to treatment and my goal is to assist individuals in gaining insight and to gain coping skills that will improve the quality of their life.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression LGBT Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Commitment issues Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Rita Kanareff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033316898.

  • LPCC · Ohio · E.0008276-SUPV · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Rita Kanareff

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

32 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Helped Amazing Recommend The best Supportive Anxiety Caring Easy Healing

Rita is very kind, insightful, and helpful. She knows what she is doing when it comes to trauma therapy and explains things well.

Reviewed March 2023

I have went through a handful of therapist to fit my needs. Rita has been attentive, great listener, and gives me helpful advice. I would recommend her anyone I know.

Reviewed November 2023

Rita is kind and always listens to my concerns. She has helpful, practical advice with just the right balance of clinical ideas. I would recommend her to anyone who struggles with executive dysfunction and/or trauma.

Reviewed November 2023

Really amazing therapist! She has helped me probably more than she knows. She listens to all my random thoughts and concerns and offer me advice when I need it. 10/10

Reviewed September 2023

Rita is an excellent therapist. She finds the right balance of professionalism and levity in our sessions and provides an appropriate level of challenge and support. She is generous with her time and will do what she can to accommodate irregular schedules. As a client, I feel seen and supported.

Reviewed June 2023

I’m very happy with Rita.

Reviewed March 2023

Rita is an absolute angel. She’s so kind and caring, but she also has a very strong sense of helping you prioritize topics when you get lost in them, as well as finding workable ways out of in-the-moment situations. I’ve only been with Rita for a couple weeks, but I already feel very at peace talking to her.

Reviewed September 2022

She's really helped so far and I know there's more to come

Reviewed September 2022

The few times I've met with Rita have been helpful and enjoyable.

Reviewed June 2022

For this being my 1st time ever speaking with a therapist I didn’t know what to expect but I’ve truly enjoyed speaking with Rita. I look forward to our future sessions!

Reviewed April 2022

So lovely, intuitive, kind and good at what she does!

Reviewed April 2022

Rita phrases things in a way that is relevant and makes me think. From coping mechanisms that no longer work to nurturing my own growth and development, my sessions with Rita leave me feeling empowered and centered as I navigate the triggers and the trauma. We've only had a few sessions together and already my life is going in a far better direction. Thank you Rita.

Reviewed March 2022

Rita is absolutely amazing. She is so easy to talk to and has a sense of humor which is something that helps me cope. I look forward to our sessions every week

Reviewed December 2021

You have changed my life

Reviewed July 2021

Rita Kanareff is the best therapist I’ve ever had. I had about a decades worth of therapy under my belt before trying better help, and in under two years!!!!!!!! I have been able to make more progress and growth than I was able to in my ten years of traditional therapy. Rita is a an incredible therapist, and I am grateful every day for my “new life” and for the tools and coping mechanisms she has taught me.

Reviewed March 2021

Rita has absolutely changed my life. She is an amazing therapist and an amazing person.

Reviewed March 2021

She’s so helpful! Has a perfect balance of compassion and humor

Reviewed February 2021

I’ve come to BetterHelp and Rita because my therapist of 30 years is retiring. I really like the questionnaire that focused the issues I want or need to deal with, so they could match me with Rita. I feel like we are a good fit so far. It is expensive, and worth it to me. But I hope it can be accessible to anyone someday.

Reviewed December 2020

Online counseling through BetterHelp has given me more ways to interact with my counselor than in person visits. I don’t meltdown either anxiety in a waiting room, I’m not picking up or spreading germs in one either. Things that are normally harder to talk about are easier in writing or when not sitting right in front of another person. I get less stressed and emotional when I can have my session at home where I feel safer.

Reviewed December 2020

Rita was helpful and listened to my concerns. She offered ways to reduce anxiety and stress. Rita also responded quickly to messages and will discuss issues through messaging even if not at your appointment time.

Reviewed November 2020

She is so sweet and understands me completely, i love her.

Reviewed September 2020

Rita is supportive and focussed on what is best for you. She has been very helpful in helping me be a healthier and happier me.

Reviewed August 2020

Rita has helped me so much. She is so easy to talk to and makes me feel comfortable and not judged. She has given me a lot of good techniques to deal with certain issues.

Reviewed June 2020

Thank you so much for listening and understanding me.

Reviewed June 2020

Rita helped save my life. Her ability to translate Diagnostics into relatable conversations is extremely valuable in the healing process. Shes the best

Reviewed October 2020

Rita was very respectful of all my needs and concerns. I have tried therapy before and got the feeling the therapist thought i was wasting their time but my therapy sessions now could not be more the opposite. I would highly recommend Rita as a counselor!

Reviewed April 2020

She is the first counselor I’ve ever had and probably the best I could have ever gotten. She takes what your dealing with and puts in ways for you to more understand and cope with it. She’s patient and let’s you know, everyone is human and everyone has issues and it’s okay. 10/10 would recommend her again and again!

Reviewed March 2020

Rita is extremely caring and supportive. The best counselor that I've ever had.

Reviewed January 2020

Rita has been very helpful during a very turbulent and stressful time in my life. She helped me worked through some very difficult problems and has supported me the entire way.

Reviewed January 2020

Rita has been wonderful so far. She is so personable and supportive

Reviewed December 2019

Rita's fantastic and thoughtful!

Reviewed December 2019

I’m really enjoying my sessions with Rita Kanareff - she is very smart, empathetic and understanding. I think her counseling will really help with my healing journey.

Reviewed November 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rita Kanareff offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Rita Kanareff works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Rita Kanareff speak?

Rita Kanareff speaks English.

How many years of experience does Rita Kanareff have?

Rita Kanareff has 18 years of experience.

Where is Rita Kanareff licensed to practice?

Rita Kanareff is licensed to practice in Ohio.

Does Rita Kanareff accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Rita Kanareff does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Rita Kanareff offer?

Rita Kanareff offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Rita Kanareff?

Rita Kanareff can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Rita Kanareff?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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