Be Free and Thrive
Online Therapy for Adults in Ohio
Welcome, I’m glad that you’re here. Making the decision to seek help is not easy.
My name is Olena, and at Be Free Counseling, I provide virtual trauma treatment and EMDR therapy for adults living in Ohio.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and I’m here to walk beside you as you find your way to a better and more fulfilling life.
Are you tired of feeling stuck in old patterns? Reliving the past? Exhausted from anxiety, depression, anger, hypervigilance, or chronic stress? Have you tried talk therapy before but didn’t experience the relief you were hoping for?
You do not have to continue living this way. Healing is possible.
I believe that clients are experts on their lives, and ultimately know what is best for them and what they need. I won’t make decisions for you, but together, we will collaborate on how to best move forward and improve your well-being.
Trauma and EMDR Therapy in Ohio
I am licensed to provide mental health services throughout the state of Ohio, including Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and rural communities. All sessions are conducted virtually through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, allowing you to access care from anywhere in Ohio. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, and EMDR therapy.
Insurance
Be Free Counseling is in-network with the following Ohio insurance plans:
- Aetna (commercial plans only)
- Anthem (commercial plans only)
- Buckeye (marketplace and medicaid plans)
- CareSource (marketplace and medicaid plans)
- First Health
- Medical Mutual
- Ohio Healthy
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH (commercial and medicaid plans)
If you have more than one insurance plan, please contact us prior to scheduling.
Be Free Counseling is NOT in-network with any Medicare plans, including dual Medicaid/Medicare plans.
Fees
Self-pay rate: $220 per 55-minute session and $200 per 45-minute session.
A 50% discount is available for self-pay clients who pay in full at the time of service.
Important Practice Policies
To ensure a smooth start to services and protect appointment availability for all clients, please review the following policies carefully:
Intake Paperwork
All intake paperwork must be completed and signed, and active insurance information must be submitted at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment.
If paperwork and insurance details are not received within this timeframe, the appointment will be canceled and may be subject to the late cancellation fee.
Administrative & Legal Documentation
Be Free Counseling does not complete paperwork related to:
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Emotional Support Animals (ESA)
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FMLA
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Short- or long-term disability
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Medical leave
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Unemployment
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Housing matters
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Legal matters
If I am subpoenaed to appear in court on your behalf, additional fees may apply.
Cancellation Policy
Your time and mine are both valuable. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice via email, phone, or encrypted client portal message.
Appointments canceled, rescheduled, or missed with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur a $50 late cancellation/no-show fee.
Temporary Circumstances
Temporary Circumstances is a free mental health podcast available on this website and major podcast platforms. My co-host, Cora Mayfield, and I, both licensed professionals, discuss trauma treatment, EMDR therapy, and a wide range of mental health topics. We debunk myths, explore overlooked subjects, and provide educational insights to help normalize conversations about mental health.
The podcast was inspired by my former mentor, Bill Mason, who passed away in 2019. The name reflects a belief that carried me through difficult times: that everything in life is temporary – and this pain, too, shall pass.
Social Media Disclaimer
Be Free Counseling LLC provides social media content for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing on these pages constitutes medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Content shared on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or other platforms is not a substitute for professional care. Always consult your physician or licensed mental health provider regarding any medical or psychological concerns.
Be Free Counseling LLC does not assume responsibility for actions taken based on social media content and does not endorse specific tests, treatments, products, or providers mentioned online.
Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of something you have read on this website or associated social media platforms.
License Verification
You may verify my Ohio license through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board’s License Verification Portal.
Meet The Team
Olena S. Miller
LPCC, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC, MS, MA.
I am the owner of Be Free Counseling and specialize in trauma, PTSD, and EMDR therapy. I’ve found that my niche is helping clients who are tired of feeling stuck, caught in old patterns, or reliving the past.
Specialties
- Childhood trauma
- Abuse and neglect
- Chronic PTSD
- Acute PTSD
- Medical trauma
- Gun violence trauma
- Sexual assault trauma
- Domestic violence trauma
Education
- B.A. in Psychology from Ohio University
- M.A. in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University
After going through my own Adverse Childhood Experiences, I was drawn to the mental health field to better understand people and human behavior. In 2018, I was trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for the treatment of trauma and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), and it quickly became my specialty.
My approach focuses on identifying and addressing root causes rather than offering temporary fixes. In addition to EMDR, I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered, and somatic-based approaches.
Although I hold a degree in forensic psychology, I am not a licensed forensic psychologist, and Be Free Counseling does not offer forensic psychology services.
