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Monday 9am - 8pm Tuesday 9am - 8pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 8pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 12pm

Blue Star Family Counseling Services, Inc.

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Blue Star Family Counseling Services, Inc.

We promote healing and holistic wellness! What is EMDR? EMDR facilitates the shift of the traumatic issue from short-term to long-term memory.

Our Services
Our counseling services are provided by Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors under the clinical direction of Amber Stiles-Bodnar; MSEd, LPCC-S, LCDC III. Our team of clinical counselors specialize in the treatment of disruptive life events, trauma, adjustment issues, trauma, substance abuse, chemical and behavioral addictions, anxiety disorders, depression, grief and loss and iss

ues specific to women and children utilizing various treatment modalities. Our counselors utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), stress inoculation, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) as well as other highly effective and recognized treatments which allow individuals and families to live healthier and well adjusted lives. These modalities have proven to be highly effective in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, and other issues directly brought about by the effects of active duty on service members and their families. Blue Star aides family members adjusting to the change in family dynamics and service members who suffer with various adjustment issues which arise from re-introduction to family life following an active-duty deployment or into civilian life following time served. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful method of psychotherapy utilized in the treatment and relief of many types of psychological distress. When an event is stored in short term memory, no matter how long ago the actual event happened, it causes the symptoms associated with ongoing, immediate trauma. Chronic anxiety, re-living of the event through flashbacks, nightmares, poor concentration, an intensified "startle" response, guilt, inability to think toward the future without fear of another traumatic event, are all symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Although PTSD is often associated with life events such as war, rape, natural disaster, and witnessing a violent death or crime, such symptoms can also result from recurring memories of childhood abuse, a traumatic car accident, loss of a loved one through death or divorce, or the experience of life threatening illness. Clients report an instant shift toward well being, a sense of release, a feeling of peace and acceptance, and a deep appreciation for their own strength after EMDR therapy. Research has identified EMDR an effective therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. In addition, it is also successful using EMDR in the treatment of the following:
Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Separation Issues, Complicated Grief, Disturbing Memories,
Stress Reduction, Sexual, Emotional and/or Physical Abuse, Phobias, Panic Attacks, Performance Anxiety, Pain Disorders, Eating Disorders, Addictions.

05/08/2026

Some days self care looks like hiding under a blanket and taking a nap 😴

05/01/2026

It's a little chilly but sometimes the sunset is worth it!

04/28/2026

Check out Embodied Yoga, classes held at Blue Star throughout the week and on Saturdays! 🧘‍♀️

Join me this Wednesday for Release & Unwind. If you’re feeling stressed, burnt out, overwhelmed, or tired but wired, this class is a tool to help your body and mind release the tension, the doing, and simply be and relax for 60 minutes. You may find the effects even carry over into the second half of the week.

04/24/2026

This weather has me HOWLING!!

04/17/2026

Spring has well and truly sprung! I hope you get to enjoy it this Fletcher Friday (and Saturday and Sunday)!

04/12/2026

I’m offering two livestream classes this week: Wednesday evening’s Release & Unwind and Saturday morning’s slow flow. Each is $8 to attend. Log on in your comfiest clothes and prepare to find an hour of peace. Register at www.embodied.yoga.

04/10/2026

Self care and healing can look different for everyone. Fletcher takes his job seriously and helps create an environment for you to do just that, even when he's healing himself!

04/07/2026

Monthly Meditation Group April 8th, 2026 -

To attend: You are welcome to join us in person: Blue Star Family Counseling Services 2996 State Route 5, Suite B Cortland, OH 44410 If you prefer to attend virtually: 10 minutes before the group starts, please click on the link below. If you have not used Zoom previously, you will be prompted t...

04/03/2026

Hope you all have a Hoppy Easter!! I will be on high alert looking for that bunny 🧐🐰

04/02/2026

It's that time of year again! Please consider casting your vote for us!

04/01/2026

Yoga is back!! Introducing our partnership with Embodied Yoga

Elissa Toto Taylor, RYT-200

I learned how helpful yoga can be to mental health as I began seeking treatment for postpartum anxiety and depression in 2019. Yoga, paired with counseling, proved to be an invaluable tool in my mental health journey. Although I had practiced yoga for years prior to becoming a mother, this new stage in life gave me a new perspective on yoga, one where the ego had no place in the practice. Through yoga I could objectively meet myself where I was at each moment on the mat, helping me quiet my mind and truly face my inner-critic.

So began my journey to share the benefits and philosophy of yoga through teaching. I became a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and have been sharing yoga with students since January 2023. I've taught students from preschool to senior day service centers. I strive to help people understand that anyone can benefit physically and emotionally from yoga. It's not about the size and shape of our bodies or our flexibility or lack thereof. Yoga can be attainable for everyone, and I hope to foster a mind-body connection on the mat and off for each of my students.

When I'm not teaching, I enjoy traveling and learning about other cultures, eating amazing food, collecting books to add to my ever-growing reading list, and spending quality time around my kitchen island with family and friends. I live in Hubbard with my husband, son, and three cats.

Visit: www.embodied.yoga to schedule!

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Classes will be held at Blue Star Counseling & Wellness 3008 State Route 5, Suite B & C, Cortland, Ohio 44410

Address

2996 State Route 5, Ste B
Cortland, OH
44410

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+13302824301

Website

http://www.bluestarfamilycounseling.com/

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