About Rose + Thorn Counseling
Helping people find the support they deserve.
Finding the right therapist is about more than credentials — it’s about trust, understanding, and an approach that aligns with your values.
At Rose + Thorn Counseling, we help you navigate your options. Drawing from professional experience in clinical mental health, we provide guidance in:
- How to find the right therapy approach
- What client-centered care looks like
- How to find the right therapist who gets you
That way, you feel more equipped to finding the right support for your mental health needs..
Why the name "Rose + Thorn"
WHAT'S THE MEANING BEHIND THE NAME?
A rose doesn’t bloom without its thorns.
The beauty and the struggle? They go hand in hand. The petals show growth and transformation, but the thorns? They protect, strengthen, and shape resilience.
Life works the same way. Challenges aren’t just roadblocks—they’re what strengthen us.
At Rose + Thorn Counseling, we don’t believe in avoiding hardship or chasing quick fixes. We help you navigate the tough moments with clarity, confidence, and strength—because real growth happens when you embrace both the beauty and the struggle.
COUNSELOR IN COLUMBUS OHIO
Meet Cherish Tusing, Therapist
Cherish Tusing founded Rose + Thorn Counseling to be a trusted resource for those seeking clarity and direction in their mental well-being. With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary and a Bachelor’s in Church Leadership from Evangel University, she brings a thoughtful, informed perspective to the conversation around mental health.
Her approach emphasizes research-backed insights and a personalized, client-first perspective, with faith integration available for those who request it. Above all, Cherish believes in meeting people where they are—offering thoughtful guidance without pressure and support without judgment.
What Matters in Therapy
Practical & Personalized
Therapy should feel real, not rehearsed. We help you understand evidence-based methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy and strengths-based counseling, but what matters most is finding what actually works for you.
A Space That Feels Right
Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about giving you space to sort through what’s on your mind. No pressure, no judgment, just support that meets you where you are.
More Than Just Coping
You don’t just want to get through the hard moments—you want to come out of them stronger. Therapy is about helping you build the kind of strength that stays with you, long after our sessions end.
WHO WE HELP
No matter where you're starting, we're here to help you move forward.
Rose + Thorn Counseling helps adolescents (13+), young adults, and adults find the right support for their mental health needs. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Finding the right support isn’t always easy—but it’s worth it.
Together, we’ll guide you in your options, clarify what kind of help fits your needs, and take meaningful steps toward the clarity and confidence you deserve.
TESTIMONIALS
THERAPY IN COLUMBUS OHIO
Healing Starts With One Step.
If you’re tired of carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles, a counselor is here for you.
At Rose + Thorn Counseling we guide you in finding the right therapist at the right time.
If you’re open but reluctant, try a FREE, 15-minute phone consultation where you can ask Cherish any questions you have about the process of therapy in Columbus, Ohio.