Equality Psychological Services

Welcome to Equality Psychological Services! We are so glad you're here. Beginning therapy is an important step on your journey, as you heal, discover and grow. Taking this step toward your healing is brave and we're honored to support you along the way. Equality Psychological Services is a queer-owned and operated telehealth practice providing compassionate, affirming care to individuals and couples throughout Ohio. Our services are currently offered via private pay in a fully virtual format, allowing you to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Below, you'll find more information about our providers - Jen, Matthew & Ryan - their backgrounds, therapeutic approaches as well as areas of expertise. Thank you for visiting Equality Psychological Services! We look forward to walking with you on your path toward growth and healing. Therapy is brave work! Meet Our Team! ---------------------------------------------------- Dr. Ryan Rose, Psy.D.; Clinical Psychologist, Owner- Equality Psychological Services I'm Dr. Rose, but please call me Ryan. I identify as a gay, temporarily able-bodied, cisgender male. As a generalist/integrative Clinical Psychologist practitioner, I utilize my experience and training in multiple areas of psychological theory to tailor approaches and interventions that will ‘best fit’ your therapeutic needs. I find that facilitating a collaborative and integrative therapeutic approach allows the flexibility for therapy to reach and meet you ‘where you are’ in your own healing and therapeutic journey. Specifically, I will focus on collaborating with you to find your own ‘therapeutic voice’ to foster interpersonal independence, build self-esteem and create an environment to allow for your own self-concept to grow and develop. As a clinician, I integrate Rogerian, Interpersonal, Family Systems, Psychodynamic, Existential/Humanistic and Multicultural approaches in my therapy. If you have further questions about my career, experiences, therapeutic style or other questions, please do not hesitate to reach out! ---------------------------------------------------- Matthew Luc, MSW, LSW; Licensed Social Worker You deserve a space where you can show up as your authentic self, fully seen, heard, and understood. I provide warm, compassionate, and collaborative care, helping clients explore challenges, celebrate strengths, and develop practical coping strategies to navigate life’s stressors. I provide a warm, understanding, and collaborative space where you can explore challenges, celebrate strengths, and work toward meaningful growth. My approach is integrative and flexible, combining evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, and Interpersonal Therapy. I work with adults of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and I support clients in all types of relationships, including monogamous, non-monogamous, and polyamorous. My approach is inclusive, culturally sensitive, affirming, and nonjudgmental, focusing on resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth while honoring your unique experiences and goals. I am certified in EAGALA – Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and will be offering EAP sessions soon. I am deeply culturally sensitive and committed to creating an affirming and inclusive space for clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, neurodivergent clients, BIPOC communities, and those navigating minority stress, trauma, or chronic illness. I also support clients in all types of relationships, whether monogamous, non-monogamous, or polyamorous. My work emphasizes self-awareness, empowerment, and resilience. I help clients strengthen coping strategies, build confidence, and navigate life transitions in a nonjudgmental, inclusive, and supportive environment, meeting you exactly where you are and honoring your lived experience. Specialties and Focus Areas: Anxiety, stress, and depression Self-esteem and confidence building Life transitions and adjustment Trauma and religious trauma Coping with chronic illness Relationship concerns (monogamous, non-monogamous, polyamorous, open) Work and career stress Identity development and empowerment Boundary setting and assertiveness Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) – EAGALA certified, will offer soon ---------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jen Smith, Psy.D.; Clinical Psychologist Hi, you can call me Jen or Dr. Smith. My approach in therapy is an integrative one, pulling predominantly from relational, feminist, and existential/humanistic approaches. I have experience working with a breadth of presenting concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and identity stressors. By facilitating client development of insight into themselves and their relationships, I aim to support clients in reflecting on their patterns and values, and taking steps toward enacting changes to live a more fulfilling life. Outside of work, I'm a nerd who likes ttrpgs, video games, vtubers, and hanging out with my pets.