Joselyn “Josie” Unger, CT

““There will always be someone who can’t see your worth. Don’t let it be you” ”
— Mel Robbins
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About Me

Hi, I’m Josie, a Counselor Trainee.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a new chapter, or simply trying to better understand yourself, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I believe that counseling should be a space where you feel safe, heard, and genuinely valued.

As a counselor trainee, I take a warm, gentle, and collaborative approach to counseling. I believe each person deserves the space to show up as their authentic self, without judgment, and that collaborative work is at the root of healing. I see myself as a passenger in your car as you navigate your next chapter—you remain in the driver’s seat, while I offer support, empathy, and encouragement along the way.

My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship grounded in warmth, unconditional positive regard, and empathy. I want you to feel comfortable bringing your full experience into the room while we work together to better understand what you’re experiencing and identify steps that feel meaningful to you.

What I tend to focus on

  • Anxiety can be emotionally taxing, and I recognize that it can sometimes feel difficult to talk about or understand. I’m drawn to this work because I want clients to have a space where their experiences are taken seriously and without stigma. Together, we can explore the function of anxiety, build coping skills, and work toward greater emotional understanding. One of the most meaningful parts of this work for me is seeing someone build confidence through small, meaningful steps forward.

  • Life transitions can leave us wondering where we’re headed or how we’re supposed to navigate what comes next. I believe we all need a supportive person beside us during these moments. I want to be that passenger in your car—present with you as you navigate your next chapter, while honoring that you are the person driving your journey. I find it especially meaningful to witness clients develop greater confidence in themselves as they move through change.

  • I believe knowledge is power and that building a relationship with yourself is essential to growth. I encourage clients to explore their emotions, thoughts, needs, values, and experiences with curiosity and compassion. My hope is that through greater self-understanding, you can begin to trust yourself more deeply and experience greater harmony within yourself.

How I Help

My therapeutic style is gentle, collaborative, and both structured and flexible. I want you to guide me in understanding your experience, while I provide support and direction when it feels helpful. We can balance reflection and insight with practical coping strategies, allowing our work to move at a pace that feels appropriate for you.

I don’t believe there is one right way to navigate life. Instead, I want to understand what your experience is like and work alongside you to identify what feels meaningful and useful. Your story matters, and you deserve to take up space in the counseling room.

What Clients Often Experience

    • A greater sense of being heard, understood, and accepted

    • Increased self-compassion and self-love

    • Greater understanding of emotions and emotional responses

    • Improved emotional regulation and coping skills

    • More confidence in navigating life transitions

    • Greater ability to trust themselves and their decisions

    • Support in developing healthy boundaries

    • New ways of reframing difficult or unhelpful thoughts

    • A stronger sense of grounding and connection to themselves

More About Me

Outside of counseling, I value warm, trusting relationships and finding ways to stay grounded in the present moment. Yoga is one way I reconnect with myself, and I enjoy spending time in nature. These parts of my life reflect something I value in counseling as well: creating space to slow down, reconnect, and be present with where you are.

Education & Professional Affiliations

Education:

  • Currently pursuing MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Substance Use Disorders, John Carroll University (2027)

  • BS in Psychology, Muskingum University (2025)

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