Irene O'Neill

MSEd, LPC, SEP, NARM Therapist

she/her/hers

Finding a therapist and engaging in therapy requires profound courage. I consider it one of my greatest privileges to accompany clients as they navigate life’s challenges, do the inner work, and explore their deepest desires. Daring to hope for our dreams in a world filled with pain and chaos isn’t easy, but it's often rewarding. I aim to help you cultivate the agency needed for the life you desire. I want you to know that change is possible even when it feels impossible, and it starts from within. I deeply believe that healing and a sense of fulfillment develop from a solid relationship with yourself. Your relationship with yourself can be one of the greatest love stories ever told.

I operate from a strengths-based, non-pathologizing perspective, viewing mental health challenges as healthy responses to trauma or difficult experiences. I focus on present issues rather than delving extensively into the past, helping clients explore how early experiences shape current patterns, leading to meaningful change. I integrate nervous system regulation into my practice, recognizing its role in transforming thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Understanding our biology allows us to work effectively towards lasting change—it’s about biology, not mental weakness.

I have experience and enjoy supporting individuals who are facing:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • PTSD and/or C-PTSD (Complex PTSD)

  • Codependency

  • Self-criticism & low self-esteem

  • Grief

  • Difficulty being alone

  • Shame

  • Boundary setting

  • Intimacy challenges (emotional, sexual, relational)

  • LGBTQIA2S+ exploration and challenges

  • Life transitions

  • Corporate and work-related issues

I believe in our innate ability to heal ourselves given the right conditions, and therapy is a significant step towards creating those conditions. A life-long learner, I remain committed to ongoing training, supervision, and consultation. Drawing from over 25 years of personal development, my mid-life career transition into counseling complements a decade of experience in HR supporting leaders and teams, along with six years as an Executive and Life Coach.

My qualifications include:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (C.24059902024)

  • Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)

  • Neuroaffective Relational Model (NARM) Therapist

  • Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with ICF

  • Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)

Ultimately, therapy is about finding the right fit. If you’re looking for a therapist who values connection, growth, and an integrated approach to healing, let’s explore how we can work together.

Services

  • I provide in-person and telehealth therapy for clients in Ohio.

    My approach includes a blend of Somatic Experiencing and NARM. Both SE and NARM focus on the critical role of the body, the mind and our emotions in healing trauma and creating a fulfilling life. SE addresses individual nervous system dysregulation, while NARM delves into relational and developmental trauma, focusing on how early experiences patterns shape current patterns. These approaches facilitate healing by integrating the body and mind, and helping you achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Trainings & Certifications

  • Masters of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
    University of Dayton, 2024

    Bachelors of Art, Speech Communication
    Fairmont University, 2000

  • Licensed Professional Counselor
    (C.24059902024), 2024

    NARM Therapist
    2023-2024

    Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
    International Coaching Federation, 2023

    Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
    2020 - 2023

    Somatic Experiencing Master Class
    with Peter Levine, PhD. Covid, Post ICU, Ventilator Trauma 2021

    Community Resiliency Model Trainer
    Trauma Resource Institute, 2020

    Somatic Experiencing Master Class
    Therapeutic Presence, Rhythm, and Connection, 2020

    Associate Certified Coach (ACC)
    International Coaching Federation, 2018

    Certified Co-Active Professional Coach (CPCC)
    Co-Active Training Institute, 2017

    Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy
    Modules 1-4, 2017-2018

    Nonviolent Communication
    Living Peace: Integrating Compassion into your Everyday Life, 2017

    Nonviolent Communication
    Dancing Through Life with Compassion: Education Series, 2017

    Nonviolent Communication
    Speaking and Listening from the Heart, 2016

    Nonviolent Communication
    The Path to Self-Compassion with Interpersonal Neurobiology, 2016

Fees & Payments

Therapy

$185 per 50-minute session

Payment Options

  • Credit/Debit Cards

  • HSA/FSA Cards

Contact Irene

To become a client you can schedule an introductory consult by phone, text or email:

(614) 233-1482

irene@rubycounselingohio.com

or fill out the contact form.