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Compassionate, practical help for everyday challenges

Venus Tombakoglu, LPCC

7 years in practice · based in Ohio · sessions in English, Persian, Turkish · online only

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About Venus

Venus Tombakoglu welcomes people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, or depression. She speaks plainly and listens closely to what matters most. She aims to create a calm space where people can talk through what’s hard and find practical ways forward.

She brings seven years of professional experience as an LPCC, working with concerns such as family conflict, communication problems, control issues, isolation, and questions about life purpose.

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Background and approach

Venus focuses on helping people build confidence and motivation one step at a time. Sessions center on clear goals and small, usable strategies rather than jargon. Her style is collaborative and strengths-based.

She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and offers tools that fit each person’s situation. Progress can include improved communication, better self-care routines, and steadier mood management. Venus speaks English, Persian, and Turkish, and she accepts international clients.

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy schedules. The subscription model used for sessions can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.

After matching, schedule sessions based on therapist availability and the format that works best.

How Venus Uses Evidence-Based Techniques Online

Venus uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is cognitive work that helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different, more balanced ways of thinking. This method is useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress because it gives concrete tools to change how situations are interpreted.

Another approach emphasizes behavioral strategies - small, doable actions that build routine and momentum. That can include activity planning, communication practice, or step-by-step changes to boost confidence and reduce isolation. These techniques suit people who want clear skills to use between sessions.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Venus will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort level, and adjust as progress unfolds. The process is flexible and shaped by regular feedback.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that’s helpful. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can be easier during a work break. Live chat and text-based messaging provide short check-ins and ongoing support without scheduling a full session. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and keep momentum between meetings.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Venus address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and depression, plus related problems like communication, control issues, loneliness, life purpose, and self-love.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on clear goals and practical steps people can use between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

Venus has seven years of professional work experience in counseling and related care.

What credential and region are listed?

She holds the LPCC credential and practices out of Ohio.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, Persian, and Turkish, and international clients are accepted.

Which session formats are available?

Options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
7 years
Licensed
Ohio
Languages
English, Persian, Turkish