Eleni Davis, LISW

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapist in Columbus, Ohio | Anxiety, Grief, Life Transitions & Chronic Illness

Eleni (she/her) is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Worthington, Ohio who provides compassionate, affirming therapy for individuals and families in Columbus and and through telehealth for residents of Ohio. She specializes in LGBTQIA+ identity exploration, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, chronic illness, caregiving, and emotional regulation.

Navigating difficult seasons of life can feel isolating. Eleni understands how meaningful it can be to have someone who helps you recognize that you are not alone—and that, with the right support, things can get better. She creates a therapy environment where clients feel wholly accepted, respected, and supported just as they are.

Eleni helps clients develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves, build confidence and self-trust, and develop practical tools for navigating life's challenges. She also works with families to improve communication, address conflict, and establish healthy boundaries so that family members can feel safe, respected, and cared for.

Background & Training

Eleni earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from The Ohio State University, where she also completed a Master of Public Administration (MPA). Her education reflects her passion for serving individuals and communities while understanding how the systems and environments people live within can affect their wellbeing.

She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio and has experience working in community-based organizations, youth programs, and hospital social work.

Throughout her career, Eleni has supported clients through significant life transitions, serious and chronic medical conditions, caregiving, grief, and loss. She has worked alongside people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives and has seen firsthand the difference an accepting, compassionate, and understanding support system can make.

Eleni's Approach to Therapy

Eleni believes that therapy is a partnership. She works collaboratively with clients to identify what they want from therapy and develop goals that feel meaningful and achievable.

Her approach is warm, practical, and person-centered. Eleni integrates multiple therapeutic approaches based on each client's individual needs, drawing primarily from person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based practices.

She wants clients to leave sessions with greater understanding of themselves as well as tools and strategies they can use in their everyday lives. Whether someone is working through anxiety, exploring their identity, coping with grief, or adjusting to a major life change, Eleni meets clients where they are and helps them move forward at a pace that feels right for them.

Areas of Focus

  • LGBTQIA+ identity exploration and self-discovery

  • Anxiety, stress, overwhelm, and emotional regulation

  • Depression and self-esteem

  • Grief and loss

  • Life transitions and major life changes

  • Chronic illness and medical conditions

  • Caregiving and supporting a loved one with illness

  • Navigating medical events, injuries, and changes in health

  • Mindfulness and self-compassion

What to Expect in Therapy With Eleni

Eleni works to create a therapy space where clients feel safe and comfortable asking for what they need. Some sessions may focus on something happening right now, while others may involve exploring how past experiences, harmful beliefs, or long-standing patterns have shaped the way you see yourself and navigate relationships.

Clients can expect Eleni to be gentle, grounding, and compassionate, while also offering practical feedback and guidance when it is helpful. She brings a listening ear, thoughtful questions, encouragement, and—when appropriate—a little laughter to the therapy room.

Eleni believes in encouraging optimism and self-trust without minimizing the very real difficulties her clients are experiencing. She recognizes that therapy can sometimes feel heavy and challenging, while at other times it can feel light, freeing, and even joyful.

Above all, Eleni strives to build a therapeutic relationship that feels genuine, safe, and collaborative. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside clients through the ups and downs of life and is deeply invested in supporting their wellbeing.

Outside of Therapy

Outside of sessions, Eleni enjoys taking her dogs to the metro parks, attending concerts, watching women's sports, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.