D. Hunter Haynes, M.A., LPCC, NCC

Hunter is a mental health professional affiliated with his own private practice - Authentic Human, LLC in North Canton, Ohio. Hunter is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of Ohio. He earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walsh University in Ohio and completed his internship and supervised clinical practice at a community mental health center in Canton, Ohio. Prior to working in the mental health profession, he earned a master’s degree in Theology at Walsh University and a bachelor of arts degree in Classical Studies at Ohio State University. Hunter is a former US Marine and veteran law enforcement officer. He lives in northeastern Ohio with his wife and is a member of the Orthodox Christian Church.

Hunter’s approach to psychotherapy is rooted in existential philosophy - with an emphasis on strengthening the Client’s mental health immune system rather than trying to alleviate symptoms directly. The focus is on living authentically, so that thoughts, emotions, desires, and behavior are consistent with personal values. This method is based upon the premise that when a person lives purposefully and in accord with human nature, resilience to life stressors improves dramatically.

Hunter has worked effectively with Clients from diverse ethnic, cultural, and religious traditions, including persons that have experienced marginalization and discrimination in society. He has helped Clients with varying levels of mental distress - from mildly impactful symptoms to severe and persistent mental disorders. In addition to assisting individuals with mental health and substance concerns, Hunter provides unique insight due to his shared life experience with military veterans, law enforcement personnel, and other first-responders.

Individual psychotherapy sessions are in-person at the North Canton office. Early morning, midday, and evening appointments are available, with limited Saturday afternoon appointment times. In keeping with Hunter’s commitment to Client autonomy and privacy, Artificial Intelligence (AI) software is never used to record the conversation between therapist and client, or to create progress notes, psychotherapy notes, treatment plans, or other clinical documents.  Furthermore, Authentic Human does not accept third-party, private insurance - all services are self pay.

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