Counseling

Chelsey Zoldan-Calhoun, Ph.D., LPCC-S, LICDC, NCC

Boardman, TELEHEALTH

Chelsey believes that all people, regardless of their struggles, have the ability to improve their quality of life. Her approach focuses on meeting clients where they are at in their journeys, coming alongside them for support, and helping them to achieve their goals. She feels that the client is always the expert on themselves and should be empowered through the therapeutic process to make lasting change. Chelsey prioritizes addressing fundamental needs, such as establishing physical and emotional safety, before progressing toward more complex goals. Her experience working on multidisciplinary treatment teams has fostered a deep appreciation for collaboration with other professionals, ensuring clients receive holistic, comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs.

Specializing in the treatment of adults with PTSD, trauma-related concerns, and substance use disorders, Chelsey is an EMDR Certified Therapist with a focus in working with military personnel, veterans, and emergency first responders. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is an evidenced-based psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals process and heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. EMDR is an accelerated therapy approach that facilitates healing without requiring clients to disclose the specific details of their traumatic experiences, focusing instead on processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional impact.

With over a decade of clinical experience, Chelsey has provided and supervised counseling services in university and community mental health and substance use disorder treatment settings across northeastern Ohio. She is an Adjunct Professor in Yorkville University’s graduate-level counseling program, a fully remote program based in Canada. Chelsey serves as a Board Member and Secretary of the Mahoning County Mental Health & Recovery Board, supporting initiatives to strengthen her community’s mental health resources. Additionally, she is a member of the Editorial Board for The Professional Counselor, an academic journal that contributes to the growth and development of the counseling profession. Chelsey has contributed several peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters to the professional literature, and has served in various leadership roles within the American Counseling Association, Ohio Counseling Association, and Association for Humanistic Counseling.

When asked what Chelsey believes she is awesome at, Chelsey replied, “I am dedicated to continuous learning and personal growth, embracing the mindset of a lifelong student. I value ongoing education and collaboration with other professionals to ensure I provide the highest quality care.”

“I have a knack for collecting random knowledge, which makes me surprisingly good at trivia nights!”