Therapists in Blacksburg, VA

At Light Counseling, our team of professionally trained and compassionate clinicians are here to help you overcome life’s challenges with evidence-based practices and a distinctly Christian approach. Our professionals specialize in helping with many of the following issues: ADD/ADHD, Adolescence Adjustments, Alcohol Abuse and Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Child Abuse/Victim Support, Childhood Behavioral Problems, Compulsions, Depression, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Family Issues, Grief and Loss, Infidelity, Marital Stress, Men’s Issues, Obsession, Panic Attacks, Parenting and Step-Parenting Concerns, Phobias, Pornography, Post Traumatic Stress Issues, and more.

Life is complex. There are times when anxiety, depression, trauma, personal issues (relationships, family, career), and substances are experienced. And there are times where joy and excitement are experienced. You need a safe, nonjudgmental, and trusting space to talk about your experience, feel validated and heard, explore solutions, and press forward in your success. My therapeutic style is laid-back, warmth, empathic, compassionate, strength oriented, and lastly using humor to therapeutically laugh during times when it is appropriate. I will meet you where you’re at in your journey!

Sherry L. Shuler is a licensed therapist who prioritizes understanding your individual situation and who works to tailor treatment to address your specific needs while maintaining a welcoming, and comfortable atmosphere. Sherry is committed to providing clients with the highest quality care regardless of economic status, religion, race, ethnicity, lifestyle preferences or cultural differences.

Hello! I am an Intern/QMHP-T who enjoys working with people who are looking for a safe, supportive environment. I have experience providing therapy to clients living with depression, anxiety, and other mood-related disorders. I also work with substance abuse and LGBTQ clients. My view of counseling is to help create feelings of acceptance and safety for all.

Relationship is the heart of counseling. It is important to feel safe, supported and connected as you embark on this journey. Misty Cox Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 30 years of practice in the field of social work; she became a LCSW in 2002 and has held her Certified Substance Abuse Counselor credential since 1992. Misty believes that counseling promotes health and well-being and values the goal of empowerment in the process.

I recognize and respect the courage it takes to begin counseling. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate environment in order to work on identified issues and bring about hope, peace and well-being. Common concerns addressed in counseling include: play therapy, stress management, relationship issues, life transitions, grief, anger and attachment, and mood disorders. I work holistically, focusing on emotional, relational, spiritual, physical, and mental well-being. Counseling theories utilized include cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal process, and mindfulness.

We all hope for what is best for ourselves, but uncontrolled events will happen and when it does it may seem like a setback. Some circumstances can be overcome in solidarity, but others may hinder the way we view ourselves, those around us, and our overall outlook on life. I am optimistic that life’s challenges can be overcome, but an important question to ask oneself, “Can I do it alone?” I strongly believe that therapy can help bring awareness to and help conquer the mental strain such events may bring. With the use of a evidence-based treatment modalities, therapy can assist in unlocking mental clarity to handle what lies ahead.

I believe that the relationships we have form our experiences and beliefs about ourselves and the world. In order to best serve the needs of each client, we need to look at the impact our social supports have had on us and adjust accordingly.

Counseling is my calling and passion. It’s so important to me that you feel seen, heard and understood and that you learn to understand how to care for and nurture your own heart. I will be there to help you and guide you on that journey until you are ready to do so on your own.