Alicia Linquist, LISW-S

COUNSELING, HEALING & WELLNESS Office Address: 4134 Linden Ave STE 200B Dayton, OH 45432 Licensed Therapist in Ohio (In-Person & Virtual) Massachusetts (Virtual Only) Oakheart Connections is a collaborative group therapy practice led by Alicia Linquist, LISW-S, a licensed therapist in Ohio and Massachusetts. Alicia specializes in trauma, grief, and emotional overwhelm, and is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and Approved Consultant. She is particularly passionate about supporting teens and adults navigating complex transitions and life stressors. ____________________________________________________________________ About Oakheart Connections We are a growing team of clinicians committed to providing compassionate and individualized therapy across the lifespan. Our team now includes five therapists offering both in-person and virtual services throughout Ohio. Our clinicians bring a wide range of strengths and specialties, including somatic trauma healing, identity work, addiction recovery, and culturally responsive care. We work with children, teens, and adults, and we are here to meet you wherever you are in your journey. _______________________________________________________________ Area's We Support Trauma and PTSD Anxiety and Depression Grief and Loss Identity Development Substance Use and Recovery Life Transitions and Stress Relationship and Family Challenges Neurodivergence and Emotional Regulation ________________________________________________________________ Our Approach We draw from a variety of therapeutic models and perspectives, including: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Internal Family Systems (IFS) Somatic and Mind-Body Therapies Coherence Therapy Mindfulness-Based Interventions Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies (CBT, DBT) ____________________________________________________________________ Therapists: Sydney Richardson, LISW, brings an integrative, somatic, and relational lens to trauma work. She specializes in helping individuals move beyond coping into deeper emotional healing using EMDR, IFS, and mindfulness-based therapy. Sydney can be reached directly if needed at sydney.richardson06@gmail.com however to get scheduling you can text your full name and email address to 937-672-3459 to schedule. Diana Marshall, LISW-S, brings over a decade of experience in addiction and mental health care, with a strong foundation in multicultural perspectives. Fluent in Spanish and originally from Peru, Diana is passionate about empowering clients and supporting community wellness. Diana can be reached directly at diana11672@gmail.com however to get scheduling you can text your full name and email address to 937-672-3459 to schedule. ____________________________________________________________________ Therapeutic Philosophy At Oakheart Connections, we believe healing happens in spaces where people feel safe, understood, and empowered. We are committed to affirming, inclusive care for individuals of all identities and backgrounds—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, or socioeconomic status. We honor your story and strive to help you reconnect with your strengths, values, and sense of possibility. _________________________________________________________ Insurance, Rates, and Fees We are in-network with several major insurance providers, including most Ohio Medicaid plans. (Please note: We are not currently in-network with Medicare.) To verify your benefits, call your insurance provider and ask about coverage for outpatient mental health services. Reference these CPT codes: 90791 (Initial Intake) 90837 (60-Minute Psychotherapy) If you are uninsured or paying out-of-pocket, you may request a Good Faith Estimate for services. ____________________________________________________________________ Getting Started – Fastest Way to Schedule To begin services, you can contact us by text or email: Text: 937-672-3459 (This line is managed by our Business Manager, Kara) Email: Info.OakheartConnections@gmail.com Please include the following information in your message: Full legal name of the potential client Email address and phone number For minors: Parent or guardian’s full name and email address Once we receive your message, we will send a referral form to the provided email through our HIPAA-compliant client portal, SimplePractice. ________________________________________________________________ All clients are encouraged to download the SimplePractice Client Portal app on their phone to easily access appointments, documents, and a secure messaging feature to communicate directly with your therapist.