Therapist in Westerville, Ohio Caitlyn Dumford, Therapist

Caitlyn Dumford, LSW, helps teens and adults in Ohio navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma, offering a supportive and compassionate space for growth. Serving communities throughout OH, Caitlyn focuses on empowering clients to gain insight, improve emotional well-being, and foster meaningful personal and relational growth.

She is particularly passionate about supporting individuals through adjustment disorders, life transitions, and the effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Caitlyn integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to help clients manage overwhelming thoughts, regulate emotions, and strengthen coping skills. She also incorporates Christian Counseling when appropriate to align with clients’ values and beliefs. Caitlyn works with LGBTQ+ individuals, men, and women, providing an affirming environment where all clients feel seen, supported, and confident in navigating their mental health journey.

Caitlyn emphasizes a client-centered approach, guiding clients to better understand patterns that impact their daily lives while building strategies for improved emotional balance and well-being. She helps clients tackle challenges related to mental health, life transitions, and personal development with compassion, skill, and insight.

Outside of her clinical work, Caitlyn enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing board games, crafting, reading, and shopping. She is passionate about self-care and often incorporates its principles into therapy to help clients build resilience and enhance overall well-being.