Hi, I’m Aino (Eye-na) Wheler, and I’m thrilled to be at Ebb & Flow Counseling. I recently earned  my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University and I hold a BA from Princeton University. I spent two decades in nonprofits before pursuing counseling as my true career.

Life comes at us fast. Sometimes it’s hard, sometimes it’s scary, sometimes it’s beautiful – and sometimes it’s all of those things all at once. I believe in the power of therapy to help us slow down, take a breath, and find some ease in those moments.

My approach to therapy is client-centered and tailored to the person in front of me. My work integrates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, while never losing sight of the larger context of our lives. We will work together to set individualized, realistic goals – after all, you are the expert on your own life.

I have experience working with substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, and a particular interest in issues of identity, moments of life transition, and grief and loss of all kinds. I also believe that everyone can benefit from counseling: my goal as your therapist is to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges, both large and small.

When I’m not at work you can find me with my nose in a book, digging in my flower garden, doing enthusiastic but uncoordinated yoga, or snuggling with (in my biased opinion) the best cat ever.

I look forward to working with you! To schedule online, please use the link below. If you’re having trouble finding appointment times, please give us a call at (216)543-5232 or email at hello@ebbandflowcounseling.com .

Aino is provisionally licensed and is  supervised by Meghan Ritter, LPCC-S.