Grief Therapists in Thornton, WV

I enjoy working with people involved in the justice system, service members, veterans and families, women and men in recovery from addictive behaviors and adolescents. I offer a safe environment where you will feel comfortable and can openly share without fear of judgment.

Life is stressful and sometimes coping with everyday challenges can be more than we can handle on our own. We can become unseated in the comfort of our daily routine by extraneous situations that require action and attention from us; death, job loss, separation, or even just being overwhelmed with what's expected from us on a daily basis.

Are you tired of being the strong one ALL the time? Does your inner child need to be seen and understood? Therapy can help you learn to love yourself, feel safe in your body and let go of the past. We will tackle the root causes of your present day struggles to heal not only in the short term but also the long term.

Wanting to make positive changes in your life? Ready to overcome limiting beliefs, strengthen self-acceptance, and live more fully in the present moment? I look forward to walking with you on your personal journey to living a more fulfilling life. My name is Jamie Downs and I am a LICSW and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing psychotherapy services and individualized addictions counseling to those living in Morgantown, WV and the surrounding areas. Licensed in WV and PA. Telehealth appointments are also available for individuals in both WV and PA.

If you answer YES to any of these questions, please reach out for further discussion! (If you're unsure about what boundaries are, let's chat soon) 1. Have you set boundaries but faced negative reactions from others or even yourself? 2. Do you feel lacking in choices at times? 3. Have you been confused by someone's words not matching their actions? 4. Do you feel responsible for someone else's behavior or well-being? 5. Is your inner voice harsh or critical of yourself? The list above is to get you thinking about situations that could be affecting your mental health, yet you may not even fully be aware of it.

Now in Morgantown! Therapy is a place to pause, reflect on what you are seeking in life and explore the barriers preventing you from taking that next step in your journey. Life changes or chronic situations can throw us off course, leaving us to feel out of sync, confused, & disconnected from life. Whether you are looking to reconnect, find purpose, learn new coping skills, process trauma or loss, manage anxiety, deal with shame or make a life changing decision, therapy can be a safe place to discover the power you have within yourself to design your own solutions & find new ways to navigate challenging situations. Multisites!

As a therapist, I see my role as one of helping you change the things you want to change, teaching you some ways to do this and helping explore your life. Old ways can be changed, new ways can be learned. Looking at the way you think about you and your individual experiences, using methods such as CBT and alternative techniques, is part of my therapy work. I am not married to one particular style, but to what works and is effective for you as an individual. I work iprimarily ndividually, amd with some couples. I see teens who are over 17. I am easy to talk to.

The core of my counseling approach is to provide an environment that is comfortable, judgment free, and prioritizes your mental health. I don’t believe in trying to “fix people”, rather support their journey alongside them. My office is a place to explore life’s ups and down, discuss coping skills that resonate with you, and a place where we can grow with each other. There is no “one size fits all” in counseling so getting to know you; your interest, your learning style, your strengths, helps me pull from therapeutic theories and techniques to best fit your needs and goals.

I believe nothing is “wrong” with a person who experiences pain or suffering, or who isn't positive all of the time, because pain is a normal part of being human. I practice a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients learn how to experience difficult thoughts and emotions without suppressing them, in order to make values-based decisions. I believe you can build a fulfilling life no matter what has happened to you. I additionally practice EMDR to help individuals safely reprocess traumatic experiences. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist.

My ideal client is youth 5-18. I have 7 years of experience as a school-based counselor for K-12. Problems that I can help address include depression, loss, trauma, divorce, anxiety, OCD, level one Autism Spectrum Disorder (high functioning), ADHD, behavior issues, foster situations, grandparent/kin raising children, and coming of age issues. I also enjoy supporting adults with depression and anxiety in spiritual guidance from a Christian worldview.

Are you feeling stuck, alone, lost? I can help. Everyone struggles with navigating a world that's often unkind, confusing, and overwhelming. I get it, it's hard to be a human. Having lived all over the world & moved 19 times, I know life can be tricky to navigate. Sometimes you need someone from the outside to help you make sense of life's messy stuff. I can. I've worked in prisons, with veterans, mil-families, trauma victims, govt officials, celebrities, moms, dads, college students, people like you and me, just trying to do life. I'm confident that together, we can shift, adjust, adapt and thrive. Breathe, then get unstuck.

You don’t have to accept that you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, stuck, angry, sad, or anxious. Pain is natural, but struggle and suffering are what happens when we don’t act. My goal is to gently approach the hurdle(s) that are keeping you from fulfilling a wholesome and authentic life. I understand that throughout life, changes and events may cause emotional conflict, confusion, and feel unbearable. I believe strongly that people are very resilient, and I’m passionate about assisting individuals find their inner strength to overcome.

Peggy Sullivan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of West Virginia and has been a valued member of Park Valley for 6 years. Peggy works with adults and children. One of her many passions include working with children under the age of 10 and their families. Peggy is experienced with helping people through different transitions of life including grief, recovery after divorce, and other significant crises.

To contact us, visit our webpage (www.thewellwestvirginia.com). The Well is a small practice with two therapists. We are Emily Chilko and Tia Lasporgara. ​We ​are united by our professional values (service, diversity, equity + inclusion, and seeing the dignity in worth in every person​). Emily has a background in the treatment of addictions and is currently specializing in treating PTSD with a therapy model called IFS (tinyurl.com/4zhh27yw). Her style is authentic and playful. Emily sees adults with histories of stressful experiences who now have internal discomfort (anger, guilt, feeling out of control, etc).

Recognized as 2022 Best of Morgantown Mental Health Practice, we go above and beyond in providing effective counseling to women & couples in obtaining overall balance & fulfillment in their life. We specialize in working with women at various stages in life who may be struggling to balance everyday demands such as being a working professional, motherhood, relationships, life transitions, loss, academic stress, infertility, or simply needing support. Our non-judgmental & empathetic clinicians provide a safe space to comfortably explore life challenges while learning skills that promote confidence to the mind, body & soul!

Children In Balance, a division of Women in Balance, offers high quality behavioral and mental health counseling for children, adolescents and families. We offer individual or group therapy. Our counselors have significant experience and training in working with children and their families. While approaching each person as an individual with their own positive characteristics and one-of-a-kind needs, our counselors offer effective therapeutic techniques that enhance progress. We offer a warm and inviting space where each child can safely explore their emotions and behaviors.

My philosophy of healing is like working your way through a set of nesting dolls from the outer doll representing why you want to heal: trauma, attachment/relationship injury, depression, grief, and anxiety. The next doll holds the symptoms, thoughts, and feelings of the first doll. The next doll may may hold your negative beliefs you have perceived about yourself, others, and the world. The next doll may hold consequences and life impairments. The final doll represents your core and authentic self. The person you would be without all of the other dolls in relationship to the unity of mind, soul, heart, body and spirit.

Hello there. My name is Dolly Sullivan, native of Fairmont, WV. I am the Founder, Managing Director, Clinical Social Worker & Consultant at Intentional Wellness and Consulting, LLC. I am most effective working with fellow healthcare providers, life transitions, ages 12 - 85, couples/families, Deaf & hard-of hearing communities, caregivers of family members, grief/loss including miscarriages, foster parents, those who have survived traumatic experiences & those struggling with addiction & their family members. I also do corporate consulting on improving organizational health and culture.

The process of asking for help can be truly frightening. Sometimes it’s difficult asking a simple request, like a ride to work, or asking someone to listen to you when you’re stressed. Therapy can be a step in improving that relationship with yourself, and to help you know your feelings and experiences are valid. A lot of life is adapting to our environments, often to keep ourselves safe, but sometimes those learned behaviors have long-term effects on our ability to understand our needs and others.