Allison Ontko, LISW-S

It is impossible to go through life without experiencing difficult times. I am so happy you are reaching out for help during this time of transition, and even happier to help you through this process. My specialties include working with children from birth through adolescence, and adults of all ages on concerns related to: Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma, Self-esteem, Anger management, Parenting, Adoption-related mental health, Play-based therapy for early childhood mental health, Life transitions. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor practicing in Ohio, Arizona, California, and Minnesota. I have been providing psychotherapy for a wide variety of concerns since 2015. I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Akron and have held my independent license since 2017. I use a strengths-based approach using an eclectic mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). The goals are generated by you and how you would like to enhance your life. I am here to help you succeed! In addition to my services, Lieske Counseling and Consulting, LLC offers supervision hours for LSW's in the State of Ohio looking to obtain independent licensure. Call Lieske Counseling and Consulting at 419-504-1485 to learn more about our services. If we are out of network with your insurance company, you can pay the full fee at the time of service. At the end of each month, we will provide you with a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Please call us with any questions about this process. Prices vary based on state.