Rita Kanareff, LPCC-S, ATR

EMDRIA Certified Therapist™

Online Therapy

About Me

As a licensed clinical counselor and art therapist, I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), along with a range of other mental health disorders. My advanced training in eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) equips me to provide comprehensive care. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Cleveland State University and a master’s degree in art therapy from Ursuline College. As a member of the Buckeye Art Therapy Association (BATA), the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), and EMDRIA, I remain committed to professional development. With experience as an adjunct professor and in various inpatient and outpatient settings, I support adults navigating issues related to trauma, gender, depression, anxiety, grief, and chronic illness. For further details on my services and specialties, I invite you to explore the website.

Education & Experience

Cleveland State University Ursuline College Over 20 years experience in the mental health field.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

BATA AATA EMDRIA ELKS

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Mood Disorders
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults