About Me
Linnea Clouse, LPCC, LICDC, ATR
About Me
Hi! I’m Linnea. I am a lifelong learner who seems to always have a stack of “to-read” books going at any moment. I’m the nerd that gets excited about reading the next book or article, listening to the next podcast, or attending a new training. My love of learning has translated into an endless curiosity about humans and psychology (we are fascinating!). I bring this curiosity to my work as a counselor and a genuine interest in learning about each person’s unique experiences, striving to help them feel more confident in themselves and who they are.
I work with people who struggle to give themselves permission to care for themselves without guilt. Find yourself able to give all the kindness to everyone around you with ease, but when you make a mistake, watch out! Kindness? Compassion? That inner critic never seems to give you a break. Maybe you have even had a lot of success, but worry that one day everyone is going to “find out” that you don’t really know what you are doing or that you don’t really belong? Sound familiar? As a recovering perfectionist, I understand the inner critic and how it can constantly fill you with feelings of dread and guilt.
If you want a therapist who will walk side by side with you, know when to push (with kindness), laugh with you, you will find your match with me. I genuinely seek to understand each client’s unique background, perspective, culture, and experience.
I have experience and training in mindfulness-based interventions, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and mindful self-compassion. These approaches provide a foundation to work towards uncovering and embracing your authentic self with kindness. I am also an EMDR trained therapist through an EMDRIA approved training program. I also have training in using creative modes of therapy (I’m an art therapist!) and trauma. I combine a genuine, empathetic, and compassionate presence, all with a dash of humor.
Licenses & Credentials
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) E.1901326
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) LICDC.161875
Registered Art Therapist (ATR) 21-399
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
Education
Masters of Arts, Counseling and Art Therapy, Ursuline College
Bachelors of Arts, Otterbein University
EMDR trained therapist through an EMDRIA approved training program
Trained in Flash Technique
Teacher-in-Training for Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program