Expressive Arts Therapists in Farmville, VA

The early stages of life can be full of challenges. With guidance and support those challenges can positively prepare you for your future. My name is Kasey Louis and I specialized in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am dedicated to supporting you to address presenting challenges such as emotional dysregulation, grief, socio-emotional-based academic challenges, and low self-esteem. One of my main goals in therapy is to help you succeed. I provide a safe space and a responsive environment to encourage growth.

Wendy Sittner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from the University of Virginia. Wendy prioritizes equity and empowers clients to maximize their strengths and enhance their natural support systems. She offers therapy in English and Spanish, and specializes in trauma-informed treatment of anxiety, depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Throughout our lives, we endure and overcome many obstacles. Each one provides growth opportunities, yet some leave us feeling broken, trying to put the pieces back together. Trauma has a profound effect on our internal system, impacting how we view and interact with the world. It may manifest in relational struggles, addiction, avoidant/risky behaviors, and various forms of self-sabotage, all hijacking our ability to live a self-actualized life. No matter the root of your trauma – developmental, single/multiple event trauma, or a mixture of all, healing is possible.

Hello, I am Elizabeth Scott Savill, a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been doing therapeutic work for over 15 years. I have worked with Preteens, Minors, and Individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, and Anger Management. I am utilizing Eclectic, CBT, mindfulness-based, expressive arts, ACT, attachment-based, strength-based, positive psychology, person-centered, DBT, play, grief, Gottman, motivational interviewing, and many more. I am here to advocate for and guide you throughout your therapeutic journey to restore balance, reconnect with your authentic self, and live your best

I am passionate about working with college-aged folks and twentysomethings. As a twentysomething, you may be struggling with emerging adulthood life transitions and turning points, anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem and confidence, family stress, romantic relationship stress, trauma, grief and loss, and or career challenges. In our work together, I will seek to create a safe space for you to explore and understand these stressful challenges and turning points in order to build stronger self-esteem, greater self-awareness, healthier relationships, supportive tools, and balanced ways of living.

Kelsey Fehlner is a resident in counseling currently seeking to be a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). For the past five years, Kelsey has been working to support a wide variety of individuals from toddlers to adults and currently specializes in helping individuals with ASD who may have comorbid mood disorders. Kelsey offers individual therapy and may provide parent support during or outside of sessions when working with their child.

As a client-centered, solution focused counselor, I seek to assist people in finding their own internal strengths so that clients can determine solutions to their problems. I utilize a combination of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy, experiential, expressive arts and play therapy. I strive to match the treatment approach to individual problems. Together I work with my clients to help them achieve personal growth and meet treatment goals. I offer a highly personalized, supportive approach that helps clients live happy, healthy and productive lives.

Whether you are looking for help with a specific challenge or are simply seeking someone to talk to and work through uncertain emotions or experiences, I am happy to offer support and guidance. I work with children ages 10 and up as well as adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, difficulties with relationships and communication, eating disorders, body image issues, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and am trained to be a Youth Mental Health Specialist.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! The world is a complex place, especially in these ever-changing times. Dealing with adversity can be challenging and stressful. I will work with you to develop a trusting relationship, with the focus to work together to better understand and resolve the conflicts that hinder you from living a fulfilling life.

I received my Masters in Social Work, Planning, and Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University have over 20 years of experience in the field of social work, advocating and serving people with disabilities in their community. I have extensive experience working with children and adults assisting them in both English and Spanish.

Currently anticipating several month wait for new clients.+ Office hours are M-Th, 8-5.+ As a counselor I work primarily with young adults, providing a therapeutic presence as you navigate challenging life transitions or past experiences. In your journey of self-discovery, I would be honored to walk alongside you. The world can feel big and scary at times, and it can feel so helpful to receive support from someone outside of your daily life. We can work together on identifying your needs, setting goals, developing coping skills, and building more positive relationships.

Hi, I'm Licia Thomas-Wagoner, Therapist and Owner of Balance Counseling. Balance Counseling was born out of the philosophy that in order to achieve a state of fulfillment, we must strive to find balance in our psychological, physiological, interpersonal, and spiritual functioning. The mission of Balance Counseling is to provide adults age 18+ with exceptional comprehensive counseling services that integrate the mind, body, and spirit to improve emotional wellbeing and restore balanced living. Through a collaborative partnership, my goal is to empower individuals to develop positive self-care practices and realize their wellness potential for optimal balanced living.

As a parent, are you having a difficult time managing your child or adolescent's behavior? Has your child's behavior become increasingly more difficult, so that you find that your family is struggling to support each other? Are you at your wits end and find that you have no idea how to move forward? Maybe, your child has experienced a bad situation and needs additional support and coping skills to get through it?

Everyone has a unique story of what makes them who they are - stories filled with different relationships, challenges, accomplishments, excitement, and many other things. And sometimes it can be helpful to have a space to share, question, and navigate the things.

When even everyday tasks are overwhelming and healing from emotional trauma seems impossible, it can be hard to reach out for help. I would like to be a non-judgmental ally to you in this process. My approach to therapy is collaborative, innovative and adaptive. We will work together as a team to address the problems and issues that are important in helping you move forward, heal and improve your relationship with yourself and others. My goal is to empower you to meet life’s challenges, as well as to address past trauma and issues that can impact your life today.

Are you a woman struggling with health issues, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety or depression? Perhaps you can't remember the last time you felt good emotionally or physically. Maybe you are a woman who lacks the motivation to incorporate self care into your life which has left you feeling trapped in your own personal discomfort. No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, there is a solution. I believe that all women deserve to be vibrant, happy, strong and live a life of abundant health. Psychotherapy, proper nutrition, and lifestyle management can reverse or prevent disease and improve your mood drastically.

Angela Petry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC),Trauma and EMDR trained and a certified Play Therapist who works with children as young as 4-years-old emphasizing Expressive Arts and Play Therapy techniques. Additionally, she works with all age groups, adolescents and adults, with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral approach. These issues include depression, anxiety, grief, impulse control, parenting issues, domestic violence, and PTSD. Mrs. Petry is a mental health professional with many years experience in the Human Services field working with diverse populations.

Life can be overwhelming and emotional when children and adolescents are struggling with mental health concerns and challenges. Trauma leaves feelings of anxiety, depression, worthlessness that can make everyday interactions a struggle. Individuals need to feel safe, secure, feel valued and have a sense of belonging to fully participate in their lives. Treatment options should focus on their developmental stage, strengths and values. Building self-esteem, confidence and self image is the first step to healing.

*WILLIAM AND MARY STUDENT AND STAFF experienced. I provide a positive, supportive and nurturing environment for exploration of challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions and adjustment issues, relationship problems, grief, trauma, academic and job performance and chronic illness. I am experienced in many approaches including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, family systems and creative and alternative therapies such as expressive arts.