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Meet our CEO

CEO Commitment to Hope Gwenette James

Gwenette James, CEO

I’m Gwenette M James, CEO of Commitment to Hope Counseling Services.

At Commitment to Hope, we understand your concerns and stresses related to home, school, or work. We treat your emotional needs: anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, to name a few.  Many individuals feel they have no means of help with dealing with genuine struggles.

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We bring unique and empowering tools to our clients.

 

  1. We are Client-Centered Approach:

    • Hope as a Foundation: We recognize that hope is essential for healing and growth in counseling. It serves as the bedrock upon which clients build resilience and navigate challenges.

    • Inviting Hope: Our therapists actively invite hope into the therapeutic space. We convey optimism, empathy, and belief in the client’s capacity for change.

    • Shared Goals: Collaboratively, we set goals for our clients. These goals become beacons of hope, guiding them toward positive outcomes.

  2. Types of Therapy and Hope:

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

      • Hope through Change: CBT emphasizes altering negative thought patterns and behaviors. Clients learn that change is possible, fostering hope.

      • Skills for Coping: Teach practical coping skills to empower clients in managing distress and achieving their desired outcomes.

    • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT):

      • Hope in Acceptance: DBT combines acceptance and change. Clients learn to accept their emotions while working toward growth.

      • Validation: Validate clients’ experiences, reinforcing hope that they can navigate life’s challenges.

  3. Inviting Clients to Hope:

    • Strengths-Based Approach: Highlight clients’ strengths and past resilience. Remind them of their ability to overcome adversity.

    • Hopeful Language: Use hopeful language in sessions. Phrases like “You’re making progress” or “We’ll work through this” instill optimism.

    • Small Steps: Break down goals into manageable steps. Each achievement fuels hope for the next.

Remember, as mental health professionals, our commitment to hope is a powerful force in supporting clients on their healing journey.

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Theravive certified counselors

We are delighted to welcome you to our mental health therapy sessions! Whether you’re seeking support for relationships, couples counseling, personal growth, or coping strategies, our team of compassionate counselors is here for you. We serve all of Ohio through Telehealth sessions! We also offer a safe space in office settings in Wickliffe and Mansfield, Ohio.

At Commitment to Hope, change is possible!


For Ohio and Wickliffe office call (440) 799-7559 Mansfield office call (419) 961-2547

Our Greater Cleveland Office Location

1460 Rockefeller Road  

Wickliffe, Ohio 44092

Call - (440) 799-7559

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