Counseling

Helping individuals and families achieve emotional stability

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If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please dial 911 or 988.

Counseling Services

Jewish Family Services provides compassionate, confidential counseling to help adults navigate life’s challenges and improve their emotional well-being. Our experienced therapists work alongside clients to identify their goals, build on their strengths, and develop practical strategies for managing challenges and creating meaningful change. We support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship challenges, caregiver stress, addiction and the impact of a loved one’s addiction, life transitions, and other concerns affecting emotional health and quality of life. Our approach is personalized to each client and grounded in a supportive, welcoming environment. Counseling is available through one-on-one sessions and group-based services, with individual sessions offered both in person and virtually.

Connect with Services

By phone at  614-237-9675 or via app or web browser:

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ONE-ON-ONE COUNSELING

Meet one-on-one with a therapist in a confidential, supportive setting where you can talk openly,
work through challenges, and find ways to move forward. Sessions are available in person or virtually.

GROUPS

Connect with others through professionally facilitated groups that provide support,
shared learning, and opportunities to build skills and resilience.

Upcoming groups include grief, caregiver support, and community resilience.

Call us for more information about groups, upcoming dates, and registration.

Meet Our Counselors

Michele Wilbur, LISW-S

MANAGER OF CLINICAL SERVICES

Michele Wilbur received her Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University and a bachelor’s degree in social work and psychology from Capital University. Michele has more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing mental health and substance use counseling in settings including schools, community mental health, and the juvenile court system.

Michele approaches therapy as a partnership, working alongside clients to address the challenges they are facing and improve their quality of life. Her approach is supportive and optimistic, grounded in the belief that meaningful change is possible.

Areas of Focus: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Life Transitions, Self-esteem, and Supporting loved ones of people experiencing addiction

Elana Saks, MSW, LISW

CLINICAL COUNSELOR & GROUP FACILITATOR

Elana earned her bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Spanish from SUNY Buffalo, followed by a Master of Social Work degree. With more than 15 years of experience, she has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Elana is fluent in Spanish and enjoys working with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

As a neurodivergent clinician, Elana brings both personal insight and empathy to her work with neurodivergent clients. Her approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a belief that lasting change is possible. Drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), she helps clients build practical coping skills, deepen self-awareness, and navigate life’s challenges while moving toward goals that reflect their values.

Areas of Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Generational Trauma, Neurodivergence, and Personal Growth

Rona Rosen, MSW, LISW-S

CLINICAL COUNSELOR & GROUP FACILITATOR

Rona Rosen began her career in the mental health field as an art therapist and went on to receive a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. Drawing on her creative roots, Rona helps individuals navigate challenging life events and transitions in a safe, supportive environment.

Rona recognizes that for some people, understanding the past is an important part of addressing beliefs that affect confidence or relationships. For others, changing patterns of thinking or behavior may be most helpful in improving quality of life. Her gentle, supportive approach incorporates cognitive-behavioral techniques and a strong understanding of human development.

Areas of Focus: Depression and bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Relationship Communication and Conflict, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Self-esteem, and Personal Growth

Fees & Payments

Beginning November 1, 2026

One-on-one counseling will be self-pay. JFS is no longer able to bill or accept insurance.

Standard Counseling Fees

Diagnostic Assessment (60–75 min) $200
Therapy Session (60 min) $175
Therapy Session (45–50 min) $150
Short Session (30 min) $100

Financial assistance is available to qualifying clients.

Clients are required to keep a valid payment method on file for billing.

2025 Impact

Download our 2025 Impact Report (PDF)

239

Refugees secured employment

$18.29/hour

Average wage earned

1,082

Refugee families supported

We’re Here for You

Susie Blair

Like many people in our community, Susie didn’t know exactly what Jewish Family Services did. When here father became ill, the family enlisted our help. Grief is one of the areas our counselors help people manage. You might not be very familiar with our work, but rest assured, we’re here when you need us.