We offer both in-person counseling in Willoughby Hills and secure virtual sessions for clients throughout Ohio.
A safe space to navigate life’s hardest moments.
When life feels overwhelming, you deserve a place where you can slow down, be heard, and feel supported. At Lighthouse Mental Health and Wellness we hold space for your story and walk alongside you as you find clarity, strength and hope.
Our Approach to Care
At Lighthouse, we believe you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Our work is grounded in the belief that every person carries a rich and meaningful story, and that healing happens when you are met with compassion, respect, and genuine understanding. We provide a nonjudgmental, trauma-informed space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences, reconnect with their strengths, and move toward meaningful change. We view it as an honor to be entrusted with your story, and we walk alongside you with care, collaboration, and hope.
Who We Serve
Adolescents
Supporting teens as they navigate anxiety, school and performance pressure, identity development, peer relationships, and emotional overwhelm. We provide a steady space where teens can feel heard, understood, and supported while building confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills—so they can find their footing during uncertain seasons.
Adults
Helping adults work through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and the lasting impact of past experiences. We offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space to slow down, gain clarity, and reconnect with what matters most—so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and confident in your next steps.
Couples
Supporting couples who feel disconnected, stuck in conflict, or struggling with communication, trust, or life transitions. We help partners better understand one another, rebuild emotional safety, and strengthen their connection—so the relationship can feel like a place of stability rather than stress.
Families
Helping families navigate conflict, communication challenges, changing roles, and the emotional needs of children and teens. We work collaboratively to strengthen understanding, improve connection, and restore balance within the family system—so everyone feels more supported and less alone.
Meet Our Therapists
Our clinicians bring warmth, experience, and a deep respect for each person’s story. We work collaboratively with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel understood, supported, and empowered.
Amy Dorod-Gaul, M.Ed, LPCC-S
Amy works with teens and adults using a trauma‑informed approach grounded in compassion, authenticity, and thoughtful use of humor to create a safe and supportive space. With over 16 years of experience, she specializes in trauma‑focused work with adults, including those navigating the lasting impact of childhood abuse, high‑stress professions, and performance‑related pressures. Amy believes clients are the experts on their own lives and walks alongside them with deep respect, helping them make meaning of their experiences and reconnect with their most grounded, authentic selves.
Founder/Therapist
Nikole Mack M. Ed, LPC
TherapistNiki understands that starting counseling can feel intimidating, and she believes you don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin. Her goal is to create a space where clients feel comfortable, accepted, and truly heard. At Lighthouse, she offers a calm, grounded presence where people can show up exactly as they are and take the next steps at a pace that feels right.
Sarah Peck, LSW
TherapistLife is full of transitions, and some are more challenging than others. Sarah works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life changes of all kinds, including relationship shifts, parenting challenges, career transitions, caregiving, loss, and identity exploration.
Therapy begins by addressing the concerns that bring clients through the door while also strengthening their relationship with themselves. Through a compassionate, collaborative approach, Sarah helps clients develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and balance so they can move toward more satisfying relationships, meaningful work, and a greater sense of peace in their lives.
Rachel Loomis, M. Ed, LPC
TherapistRachel works with adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship stress, and substance use challenges. Using an acceptance-based and compassionate approach, she helps clients better understand their emotions, build resilience, and move toward a more grounded, aligned life.
Megan Canfora M. A, LPC
TherapistMegan is a trauma‑informed therapist who supports children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions. Her work centers on meeting each client exactly where they are, offering steady, compassionate guidance that helps them feel more grounded, more self‑accepting, and more connected in their daily lives. At Lighthouse, she serves as a calm, reliable point of direction—helping clients move toward clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Michele Turner, LPCC-S, LICD-CS
TherapistMichele has over 20 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. With her gift of humor and metaphor, she provides non-judgmental, safe, caring support for individuals dealing with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, and work stress. She is person centered, trauma informed and an ally and relies sometimes too heavily on CBT in order to support her clients.
Insurance and Payment
We are in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and United Healthcare.
We can provide Superbills for networks we are not in network with.
We also accept self-pay (private pay) and work with several Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).
If you’re unsure about coverage, we’re happy to help you check your benefits.