Family Connection 9, LLC

Molly McDowell-Burns

Molly McDowell-Burns PhD, IMFT-S, LPCC-S, RPT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor specializes in marriage/couple and family therapy. Molly is the owner of Family Connection 9, LLC. She is an independently licensed marriage and family therapist, professional clinical counselor, and registered play therapist. She has worked extensively with families, couples, children, and individuals dealing with diverse clinical issues. Molly specializes in treating Borderline Personality Disorder from a systemic lens to address the complex needs and issues this population possesses. She emphasizes a relational component when treating BPD as she feels it is an essential part of the healing process. Her particular interests include working with couples to create stronger and healthier relationships with a strong emphasis on communication, conflict resolution and appropriate relational boundaries. She also enjoys working with children/adolescents/teenagers to help them have more effective coping skills, stronger self-esteem, and better relationships with parents/guardians. Molly also enjoys working with individuals, particularity emerging adults (18-24) and women, to empower them and help them find their “voice” in the world. Molly received her doctoral degree at The University of Akron in Counselor Education and Supervision with a focus in marriage and family therapy and currently teaches Masters and Doctoral classes at North Central University. In addition to her clinical and academic aspirations, Molly supervises clinical trainees working towards licensure as part of her mission to help train and advance the profession of couple/marriage and family therapy. Because of this, you may begin your therapeutic relationship with one of her highly trained supervisees working towards their independent licensure. This means that your case will be discussed in supervision to ensure you are receiving the best possible care.​

PROFESSIONAL DISCLOSURE STATEMENT


Molly McDowell-Burns, Ph.D.

Independent Marriage and Family Therapist - F.1600013
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor E.1700068
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor E.1700068-SUPV
Registered Play Therapist – T4264
AAMFT Approved Supervisor

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

The University of Akron, Akron, OH Ph.D. Counselor Education and Supervision with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling (2013-2016)

The University of Akron, Akron, OH M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy (2009-2012)

AREAS OF COMPETENCE

Application of marriage and family therapy theory, therapies, and techniques to treat, evaluate, assess, counsel, and manage emotional disorders within the context of marriage and family therapy systems with individuals, couples, or families. Individuals include children, adolescents, and adults.
This information is required by the counselor, social worker, and marriage and family therapist board, which regulate all licensed and registered counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists.

THE STATE OF OHIO COUNSELOR, SOCIAL WORKER, AND MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS BOARD
50 West Broad St., Suite 1075, Columbus, OH 43215-5919, 614-466-0912

CONTACT MOLLY:

Janis Menk

 Janis is a licensed marriage and family therapist. Janis holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family therapy from Capella University. Her approach revolves around a systemic view of family and relational patterns. She believes that humans have a desire for both belonging and individuality. She is passionate about the process of navigating through belief systems in order to shift patterns of interactions Janis leans towards identifying core wounding and how it drives our thoughts, behaviors, and often subconscious strategies for love and connection .She is committed to creating a safe environment that is
conducive for the needs of the client. She is passionate about tuning into unmet needs, attachment styles, and the restoration of relationships. Her focus is to assist in the creation of positive bonding that allows all individuals to be seen and heard. Janis enjoys especially working with couples and individuals of all ages.



Professional Disclosure Statement

Janis Menk

Marriage and Family Therapist- M.2200207

Supervisors:

Molly McDowell-Burns, PhD., IMFT-S, LPCC-S, RPT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor

Jennifer Stiles LPC, IMFT


Professional Education:

Capella University: Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (2018-2021)
Kent State University: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (1991-1999)

The information is required by the counselor, social worker, and marriage and family
therapist board, which regulate all licensed and registered counselors, social workers, and
marriage and family therapists. THE STATE OF OHIO COUNSELOR, SOCIAL WORKER, AND
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST BOARD, 50 West Broad St. Suite 1075 Columbus, Ohio
43215-5919, 614-466-0912

CONTACT JANIS:

Sherrie Schneider

Sherrie Schneider is a counseling intern with Family Connections of Wadsworth.  In addition to completing her clinical mental health training, Sherrie has a master's degree in school counseling, a master's degree in school administration and a bachelor's of science in special education.  Sherrie is currently accepting and looking forward to working with clients at all age levels.  Some of her specialties areas are; academic difficulties, addictions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, emotional processing, general mental health concerns, family and partner relationships, socialization disorders, trauma.  In her 25 years of experience, Sherrie's expertise ranges from high school counseling, mentoring, assisting students with various school related issues, as well as inclusion and self contained teaching.  She is a member of the American Counselor's Association, National Collegiate Scholars Society well as National Society of Leadership and Success. 

Professional Disclosure Statement

Sherrie Schneider

Email: Sherrieschneiderlpc@gmail.com

Phone/text/Google Voice #:  330-887-2371

Counselor in training- 

Supervisors:

Molly McDowell-Burns, PhD., IMFT-S, LPCC-S, RPT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor

Professional Education:

Cleveland State University: Masters in Education in School Counseling (2002-2004)

University of Akron: Master in Education in School Administration  (2000-2002)

University of Akron:  Bachelor's of Science in Special Education (1996-1999)

The information is required by the counselor, social worker, and marriage and family

therapist board, which regulate all licensed and registered counselors, social workers, and

marriage and family therapists. THE STATE OF OHIO COUNSELOR, SOCIAL WORKER, AND

MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST BOARD, 50 West Broad St. Suite 1075 Columbus, Ohio

43215-5919, 614-466-0912

FEES

The initial session is $185 and subsequent treatment sessions for individuals are $150. All sessions are 50 minutes long. Sliding scale fees can be arranged on an as need basis. Fees are expected at the beginning of each session. 

Please always call your insurance to make sure you have Mental Health coverage and to check on your deductible.

Currently the following insurances are accepted, and more are in the process of application. Clients are responsible for contacting their insurance company to verify that the provider's services are covered.

  • Aetna

  • Anthem

  • Buckeye Community Health Plan

  • Carebridge

  • Caresource

  • ChoiceCare Network

  • Cigna (Evernorth)

  • Cleveland Health Network Employee Health Plan (Mutual Health)

  • Compsych

  • Direct Care America

  • Emerald Health Network

  • First Health Network

  • Health Advocate

  • HealthSmart ACCEL

  • Humana Health Plan of Ohio

  • Impact Solutions (AllOneHealth)

  • Medical Mutual

  • New Directions

  • Ohio Health Choice

  • Ohio Preferred Network

  • Primary Health Services

  • SummaCare- New Health Connect, Premier, Prime, Select, SC

  • United Healthcare, Optum, UMR

  • Tricare