OUR TEAM OF MENTAL HEALTH THERAPISTS
Therapists in Worthington, Ohio
We Work Hard
We hire strong mental health counselors who are passionate about their work and the clients we serve. Our mission is to provide unmatched counseling services in a boutique environment to our clients, and we’re proud of the work we do in our Worthington community, serving the greater Columbus Ohio area.
We’re Real
The story behind Blue Boat Counseling is about being your true self, which is not only a goal we have for our clients, but it’s true for us, too. We deliver genuine empathy to each person we work with. Whether you’re here for anxiety treatment, depression counseling, teen therapy, marriage counseling or PTSD treatment, you won’t get fake or rehearsed responses from us. We’re real with a true desire to help.
We Work Hard
We hire strong counselors who are passionate about their work and the clients we serve. We aim to provide unmatched counseling services and a premium experience to our clients, and we’re proud of the work we do in our community.
We’re Real
The story behind Blue Boat Counseling is about being your true self, which applies to our clients as well as our own lives. We deliver genuine empathy to each of our clients. You won’t get fake or rehearsed responses from us. We’re real with a true desire to help.
Meet Our Clinical Team

Autumn Crawford, LPCC
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Julia Swallows, MFT
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Marin McDaniel, LISW-S
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Emily Darlington, LISW-S
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Karissa Brenneman, LISW-S
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Carol Kasha-Ciallella, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Leah Boring, LPCC-S
Clinical Therapist (she/her)

Kelly Verdibello, IMFT-S
Clinical Team Lead, Therapist (she/her)

Kate Pedro, LPCC-S
Clinical Director, Therapist (she/her)

Andy Sears, LPCC
Founder, Therapist (he/him)
Meet Our Administrative Team

Carrie Sears
Founder, Executive Director (she/her)
I’ve worn many hats in my career – from food scientist to consumer insight specialist in various corporate positions – but none has been more rewarding (or challenging!) than the many ‘behind-the-scenes’ hats I wear at Blue Boat Counseling (that yes, I do own with my husband, Andy). It’s an honor and a gift to work with such a talented and amazing group of humans, helping people right here in my hometown of Worthington, Ohio. We do great work here, and it’s my sincere hope that you find the help you’re seeking from our team. Welcome to our Blue Boat – I’m happy you’re here, taking the first step toward hope and healing.
Let us help
With excellent therapists in an environment that feels better than the rest, we take pride in offering an upscale counseling experience to our Worthington community and surrounding Columbus area. We understand taking that first step toward counseling is a big one, but it’ll be worth it, and we’re here to help you be you.