LifeStance Health

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LifeStance is a team of psychiatrists, advanced practice nurses and psychologists, clinical counselors and social workers serving children, adolescents, adults and families in 37 locations throughout Ohio.


The following is a list of psychologists that specialize in autism and are in Cleveland-area offices:

Steve Bell, PhD, LPCC, IAMFC
Nicholette Leanza, MEd, LPCC-S
James Elek, LISW-S
Peggy Sue Smith, MEd, LPCC


They accept most Medicaid-managed care plans, including United Healthcare. It is recommended that families w/ a Medicaid-managed care plan contact them to see if their specific plan is accepted.


For additional office locations, please visit their website.