Springfield, OH Local Support & Community Resources

Debra Cypryla, a licensed professional counselor with a wealth of experience, believes that self-awareness is the first step toward healing. She specializes in supporting teens, adults, and elders facing challenges such as depression, trauma, and anxiety. Debra understands that seeking help is a courageous journey. She provides compassionate guidance to individuals grappling with intrusive mental thoughts that disrupt daily functioning and emotional regulation. With a person-centered approach, she collaborates with clients to explore their environmental influences, family dynamics, sleeping habits, and nutritional factors impacting their mental health. Debra employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Trauma Focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), among others. Her dedication lies in fostering a supportive relationship that empowers clients to embrace their true selves. With a mission to walk alongside individuals through their healing journeys, Debra is committed to helping them uncover healthy coping mechanisms and find fulfillment. She looks forward to collaborating with each client to achieve their mental health goals and enhance their overall well-being.

Brave Life Pastoral Counseling, led by Derek Ellis (MA, BCCC), is dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through life's challenges. A graduate of Liberty University in 2016, Derek holds a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling with a specialization in life coaching. As a Board Certified Christian Counselor, he serves clients with empathy and understanding and is committed to addressing top issues such as relationship dynamics, men's concerns, and spirituality. The counseling approach at Brave Life focuses on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused techniques, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), blending these evidence-based methods with Christian values. Derek's mission reflects a deep desire to provide holistic, Christ-centered, Spirit-infused support to those in need, inspiring them to embrace their identity as cherished children of Father God and to experience profound healing and restoration.

Jillian Potter-Bonsell is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 10 years of experience providing a safe and supportive environment for her clients. She adopts a holistic approach to healing and specializes in guiding survivors of complex traumas, including sexual abuse, human trafficking, and domestic violence, as well as those dealing with singular traumatic events such as car accidents or sudden loss. Jillian is trained and certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting, techniques that have shown remarkable results for individuals suffering from PTSD, anxiety, addiction, and depression. She also integrates IFS-informed interventions, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness strategies into her practice to cultivate coping skills. Jillian firmly believes that everyone deserves support, no matter the challenges they face, and is deeply invested in the healing and growth of her clients. For licensed social workers in need of clinical supervision hours, she offers this valuable service as well. Jillian empowers individuals on their therapeutic journey, reminding them that it is never too late to seek help and enhance their quality of life.