Taking new clientsUpdated Monday, October 12, 2026
Desmond Achterberg
Ohio LPCC
Teens 13 to 18 and college students
Counseling in Worthington + across Ohio
The right therapist,
without the runaround.
Therapy for kids, teens, adults, new parents and couples. Five experienced clinicians, thoughtful matching, and care that meets you where you are.
◷
Updated Monday, October 12, 2026 ·
3 clinicians with openings
Who has openings this week
See all clinicians →
A good place to begin
Start with what is happening right now.
You do not have to know the right clinical words to find help.
↗
My teenager is struggling
Desmond works after school, so therapy does not have to mean missing class.
↗Our relationship needs help
Priya sees couples and families, including Saturday mornings.
↗Pregnancy, postpartum or a new baby
Lena offers specialized perinatal care. Babies are welcome.
↗Grief and loss
Margit offers grief-focused support for adults 25 and older.
↗My child has big worries or big feelings
Owen’s schedule is full until January. Tasha can suggest someone outside the practice.
↗I’m not sure
Tell Tasha what is going on. She will help you find your next step.
Care with a real front door
Finding a therapist should feel less like a search project.
Brindlecrest began in one rented room in 2015. As Margit’s waitlist grew, she added clinicians one by one, each with a clear strength and a schedule that works for real life.
“Nobody calls a counseling practice. They call because their son stopped going to school or their marriage is in trouble.”
Margit Ashdown, LISW-S · Clinical Director
How getting started works →Practical details, early
Care you can fit into your life.
Evenings + Saturdays
Desmond and Priya offer appointments beyond the usual workday.
Insurance checked before visit one
Tasha checks benefits and tells you your copay before you come in.
Office or video
See your clinician in Worthington or meet by video anywhere in Ohio.
From former clients
“I called not knowing who to ask for. Tasha matched my son with Desmond, and he had an after-school slot that same week.”
“We had quit couples counseling once before. Saturday mornings with Priya were the first time it fit our lives.”
“Lena let me bring the baby. That is the only reason I made it to the first appointment.”
A quieter first step