Blacksburg
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Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
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Catherine Drake

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC

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2 Endorsed
102 Broce Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 340-5381
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I love to help my clients acknowledge their emotions, understand and reframe intrusive thoughts, set healthy boundaries, and hold space for feelings of grief when they come. I have extensive experience with adults and college-aged clients in improving symptoms ranging from anxiety, depression, social anxiety, life skills, grief and loss, relationship issues, boundary setting, and self-esteem. I want to help each client determine their own counseling goals. I'm a firm believer in autonomy in counseling. Whether this is a client's first experience with counseling or not, my hope is for clients to leave our sessions more hopeful.
I approach each client's treatment with an individualized plan tailored to their specific goals from a mixture of CBT, ACT, SFBT, and person-centered therapy. I want to help my clients learn how to better navigate all the curveballs the world can throw their way.
I am so happy you're here and considering counseling. Whether you've sought counseling before or this is your first time, taking this step is huge! I am accepting new clients, both in person in Blacksburg and virtually that reside in Virginia. Let's set up a free 15-minute consult to see if we are a good fit.
Call or Catherine Drake now for a free 15 minute consultation - (540) 340-5381

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

102 Broce Drive

Blacksburg, VA 24060 map

 (540) 340-5381
I offer therapy sessions in-person, as well as telehealth sessions to clients located in Virginia. I'm available Monday-Friday.
$155 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Here's a quick video of me so you know I'm a real human! Please reach out if you think we would be a good fit to work together.
Catherine Drake
Let's Connect (540) 340-5381
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

102 Broce Drive

Blacksburg, VA 24060 map

 (540) 340-5381
I offer therapy sessions in-person, as well as telehealth sessions to clients located in Virginia. I'm available Monday-Friday.
$155 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Here's a quick video of me so you know I'm a real human! Please reach out if you think we would be a good fit to work together.
Catherine Drake

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $155
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I am in-network for most major insurance providers, including Anthem and Aetna. Please reach out with any questions regarding insurance coverage.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381
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I am in-network for most major insurance providers, including Anthem and Aetna. Please reach out with any questions regarding insurance coverage.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Virginia / 0704018556 Supervised by Sarah Kate Valatka (Virginia / 0701005602) Catherine Drake

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Wake Forest University, Counseling , Graduated 2025

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Board For Certified Counselors DRAK-VZ1EHI / 2025
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I completed my clinical internships at a college student counseling center and a community center that specializes in support for foster and adoptive families. I have extensive experience working with adults and college students.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381
"
I completed my clinical internships at a college student counseling center and a community center that specializes in support for foster and adoptive families. I have extensive experience working with adults and college students.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
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I have experience with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, grief, relationship issues, family issues, and OCD. I am currently working towards specialty certifications in grief and trauma. I am interested in pursuing additional trainings in the future. During initial sessions, I will work with you in determining the issues most important to tackle together.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381
"
I have experience with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, grief, relationship issues, family issues, and OCD. I am currently working towards specialty certifications in grief and trauma. I am interested in pursuing additional trainings in the future. During initial sessions, I will work with you in determining the issues most important to tackle together.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381

2 Endorsements

Montana Parker
Montana Parker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Chloe Scales
Chloe Scales
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAEd
Catherine genuinely cares about tailoring and customizing her approach to provide the best help for each individual. She has a supportive and caring demeanor that's evident in her work.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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I approach clients from a thoughtful mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, person-centered, and narrative therapy modalities, depending on each client's individual needs. For instance, from a CBT lens, together we can examine how any intrusive thoughts could be affecting how you feel and your actions.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381
"
I approach clients from a thoughtful mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, person-centered, and narrative therapy modalities, depending on each client's individual needs. For instance, from a CBT lens, together we can examine how any intrusive thoughts could be affecting how you feel and your actions.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 340-5381

Location

Primary Location

102 Broce Drive

Blacksburg, VA 24060

(540) 340-5381

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I offer therapy sessions in-person, as well as telehealth sessions to clients located in Virginia. I'm available Monday-Friday.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (540) 340-5381
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person, as well as telehealth sessions to clients located in Virginia. I'm available Monday-Friday.
Photo of Catherine Drake, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Catherine Drake
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (540) 340-5381