Meet Douglas

Owner

Doug Winston has an Education Specialist (Ed.S) degree in counseling from Kent State University. Doug is also a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervision certification (LPCC-S). He is independently licensed to diagnose and treat mental health concerns within the state of Ohio. Doug is also a licensed K-12 school counselor in the state of Ohio.

As a clinical counselor, Doug has been employed with Lora Hoffstetter and Counseling Associates. Prior to joining Lora Hoffstetter, Doug practiced counseling at Impact Solutions. In this role, he coordinated treatment for consumers being serviced under a EAP ( Employee Assistance Program). Doug has worked with a variety of adults, families, and couples to help address a wide range of mental health concerns. 

His focus areas includes: occupational and career goals, occupational satisfaction, anxiety, depression, phobias, self-esteem and motivation, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, stress management, and anger management. Doug has also worked with adults transitioning through life phases.

School Based Experience

Doug also has over ten years of school counseling experience working with students across all age groups in a variety of settings. Previous employment includes: Cleveland Heights/ University Heights school district, Beachwood city schools, Polaris Career Center, and Hudson city schools.

Doug specializes in working with children, adolescents, and teens. Doug has worked with students and local districts to address behavioral concerns and assisted with creating interventions to address emotional regulation issues. Doug has an extensive knowledge base for the special education process and implementing IEP/504 services within a school setting.

Doug has also presented a variety of informational sessions on mental health issues, career related services, and addressing student behaviors. These presentations have been offered to parents, school staff, and community organizations. 

When Doug is not counseling, he enjoys working on classic cars, spending time with his family, exercising, and watching sports.