Blue Boat Counseling

Blue Boat Counseling Specializing in anxiety & depression therapy, couples/marriage counseling, and PTSD treatment.

We provide mental health care in Ohio through in-person and online therapy. 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. Our highly-trained team delivers genuine empathy to each person we work with. Our mission is to provide unmatched counseling services with an upscale experience to our clients, and we’re proud of the work we do in our Worthington community, serving the greater Columbus Ohio area.

2026: The year you remember who you are 💙As always, we're here to help guide you on the journey back to yourself. Take t...
01/09/2026

2026: The year you remember who you are 💙

As always, we're here to help guide you on the journey back to yourself. Take the first step at blueboatcounseling.com

01/07/2026

When your New Year’s resolution is to have no resolutions, to remove your nose from the grindstone, and to embrace ~being~ over doing... you may find January to carry a lot less guilt, shame, and burnout. 👍

Also, if you already created resolutions, you are allowed to simply *forget* about them! You won’t be in trouble–promise!

AntiResolution

If today is the day you are returning to "real life", remember that most of us are in the same boat. Deep breaths. Resis...
01/05/2026

If today is the day you are returning to "real life", remember that most of us are in the same boat.

Deep breaths. Resist unneeded urgency. Trust that everything that needs to get done will get done in time.

You've got this! 💙

01/02/2026

Presenting Blue Boat’s #1 Top Post of 2025 with over 2.6 MILLION views and 45,000 saves 😦

This one resonated with so many of you and we were blown away by everyone’s vulnerability, appreciation, and insights in the comments. We truly hope this Reel helped to equip more people with tangible ideas to support loved ones through hard times, and in turn has helped more people feel held through their own struggles (and let’s face it... the struggles are afoot these days).

💙 Here’s the original caption:

Raise your hand if you are guilty of sending a “let me know if you need anything!” text… 😬

There’s nothing wrong with a message like this, per se, but when someone is going through a hard time, they often don’t even have the capacity to ask for help. Helping them meet basic needs and letting them know you are here (like, really here) for them is key to helping them navigate this rough patch.

Wondering what to say instead? Try these! (and save this post for the next time you have to activate supportive loved one mode)

💬 “I’m just about to walk into the grocery store, what can I pick up for you?”

💬 “No need to respond, I’m just thinking about you and want you to know how much I appreciate having you in my life.”

💬 “If you’d like some company, I’m free to come over and chill. No talking required.”

💬 “I left dinner on your porch. I’ll be by to pick up the pan next week.” (Don’t forget to pick up the dish!!)

💬 “Let’s go on a walk. You can vent all you need.”

💬 “I may not understand exactly how you feel, but I’m here to support you however I can.”

💬 “UberEats is arriving on your doorstep in 15 mins. Here is the tracking number. Enjoy :)”

What’s the most supportive message you’ve gotten while you were going through a rough time?

01/01/2026

#2 of Blue Boat’s Top 3 Posts of 2025!

Loved bringing awareness to this allll too common response when people share about their struggles.

Here’s the original caption:

Ever catch yourself saying “At least…” when someone shares something painful or hard with you, or even just vents or complains about something less serious?

“At least you still have your health.”
“At least you have other kids.”
“At least it wasn’t worse…”

It’s so human to want to help someone look on the bright side, but when someone is grieving, overwhelmed, or just feeling raw, silver linings can feel dismissive. It can make them feel like their pain is unwarranted or overlooked.

So, instead of trying to fix or reframe, just be with them.

Here are a few things to say that can feel supportive and validating:

💬 “Would it help to talk about it or do you want to be distracted?”
💬 “That sounds really hard. I’m so sorry you’re going through it right now.”
💬 “Thanks for telling me. You know I’m on your side and I’m here for you.”
💬 “I’m not sure what to say, but I want you to know I’ve got an ear and a shoulder if you need it.”
💬 “We’re going to figure it out together. You don’t have to do this alone.”

Save for those times you’re struggling to find the right words to say. 💙

Have you ever had someone say the wrong thing when you were going through a rough time? What would you have rather heard?

12/31/2025

#3 of Blue Boat’s Top 3 Posts of 2025!

Starting off strong with our 3rd most viewed post, which we are so pleased to share again. Because this message is for every person, every day.

And as we head into 2026, we want to remind you... Next year needs you 💙

12/31/2025

#2 of Blue Boat's Top 3 Posts of 2025!

Loved bringing awareness to this allll too common response when people share about their struggles.

Here's the original caption:

Ever catch yourself saying “At least…” when someone shares something painful or hard with you, or even just vents or complains about something less serious?

“At least you still have your health.”
“At least you have other kids.”
“At least it wasn’t worse…”

It’s so human to want to help someone look on the bright side, but when someone is grieving, overwhelmed, or just feeling raw, silver linings can feel dismissive. It can make them feel like their pain is unwarranted or overlooked.

So, instead of trying to fix or reframe, just be with them.

Here are a few things to say that can feel supportive and validating:

💬 “Would it help to talk about it or do you want to be distracted?”
💬 “That sounds really hard. I’m so sorry you’re going through it right now.”
💬 “Thanks for telling me. You know I’m on your side and I’m here for you.”
💬 “I’m not sure what to say, but I want you to know I’ve got an ear and a shoulder if you need it.”
💬 “We’re going to figure it out together. You don’t have to do this alone.”

Save for those times you’re struggling to find the right words to say. 💙

Have you ever had someone say the wrong thing when you were going through a rough time? What would you have rather heard?

12/29/2025

#3 of Blue Boat's Top 3 Posts of 2025!

Starting off strong with our 3rd most viewed post, which we are so pleased to share again. Because this message is for every person, every day.

And as we head into 2026, we want to remind you... Next year needs you 💙

Before you set your intentions, goals, or resolutions, read me!!..and give yourself a little grace 💙
12/26/2025

Before you set your intentions, goals, or resolutions, read me!!
..and give yourself a little grace 💙

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Worthington, OH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16148422121

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Our Story...

If you’re here you may be wondering… where did Blue Boat Counseling come from? I realize it’s unconventional as practice names go, but its story starts when I was a kid. I loved blue, and it seemed to run deeper than just a favorite color. It went for all the typical things, but the practice name comes from our summer trips to amusement parks. I would get in line for the rides and always wait for the blue boat (or car or plane). Yes, this means I let other riders go ahead of me while I waited for blue, which always got a few looks. When I look back on that scene today, I realize I was just being the real me. And that blue boat is a symbol of being your true self, which is exactly what I try to help my clients find. So I decided there was no better symbol for my counseling practice than this one of authenticity and freedom to be yourself. I want my blue boat to be a reminder that you deserve to BE YOU.