Jack Copley, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist serving Ohio and West Virginia

About Me…

Hi, I’m Jack.

I’ve been providing therapy in one form or another for over 20 years. In addition to my clinical work, I occasionally teach courses on Human Sexuality and Pastoral Practice at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary and offer workshops on topics like adult sexuality, professional ethics, and healthy boundaries for spiritual leaders.

What I love most about this work is seeing people heal—that moment when something shifts—when someone feels lighter, more grounded, more at peace with where they are or what they’ve been through. When a couple starts laughing again, or a client says, “I’m ready to move on and live—this doesn’t bother me anymore,” that’s the heart of it for me. Whether we’re working through trauma, shame, grief, or relationship struggles, I’m here to support your move toward healing that feels real and lasting.

Credentials & Certifications

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) – West Virginia

  • Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) – Ohio

  • Certified Sex Therapist – American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)

  • Clinical Member – American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)

  • Certified Facilitator – Our Whole Lives Adult Sexuality Curriculum

  • Certified Counselor – Prepare & Enrich Marital Assessment

Education

  • Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling
    Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, 2008
    Doctoral Project: Exploring the Relationship Between Embodiment Theology and Sexual Satisfaction in a Small, Suburban, Christian Church

  • Master of Divinity
    Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond, 2000 (magna cum laude)

  • Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
    Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University, 1999

Courses & Workshops

I’ve taught and facilitated numerous classes and workshops over the years, including:

Academic Courses – Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

  • Human Sexuality and Pastoral Practice

  • Divorced and Remarried Families

  • Professional Issues and Ethics in Marriage and Family Therapy

Community Workshops & Trainings

  • Masculine Identity and Performance Pressure (American Cancer Society)

  • Clergy Boundaries Training (FaithTrust Institute)

  • Our Whole Lives Adult Sexuality Workshop

  • Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours

  • Keys to Loving Relationships

  • Friendship First

  • Recovering from the Losses of Life

  • The Five Love Languages

  • Boundaries in Relationships

This is a snapshot of where I’ve been—but what matters most is where you want to go. If you’re interested in working together, I invite you to schedule a free consultation. Let’s talk about what you’re hoping for and whether this feels like a good fit.