Anika Kaufman, M.Ed., LPC
Counselor
She/Her
Stow/Kent Office
Anika is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Ohio and earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University. Anika received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bowling Green State University.
As a LPC, she is under the direct supervision of Gena Hicks, M.Ed., LPCC-S.
Theoretical Approach & Philosophies of Counseling:
As a counselor, my goal is to create a space that is safe for you to tell your story. Counseling is a collaborative process, and I hope to be able to work alongside you, support you, and empower you. I tend to practice counseling from a humanistic foundation while also integrating techniques from other therapeutic approaches. This means that I believe individuals have the innate ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change. I also approach counseling from a holistic perspective which means that I understand the importance of considering the broader context of each individual’s life, and I strive to incorporate these factors into the counseling process. At the heart of this approach is my goal to meet you where you are at and find a strategy that fits your needs.
Specialty Areas & Client Focus:
Anxiety and depression
Self-esteem
LGBTQ+ Affirming
About Me:
Outside of work, some of my favorite things to do are reading, running, playing piano, and anything crafty (I have been really enjoying knitting recently). I also love getting to enjoy nature in any way and exploring new coffee shops!