Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Marshall County, WV

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).

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.

I strongly believe that everyone is unique and everyone’s story is unique; therefore, different approaches are essential in working with a wide variety of people. I am a true believer in the concept of “words shape beliefs” and, in that vein, saying “I do not know” or “please help” are powerful words since vulnerability often leads to growth and healing. One of my favorite quotes is by Viktor Frankl who said "When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves."

Now more than ever I see individuals struggling to get through their daily lives, having a hard time being themselves and finding it difficult to connect with others. This may happen over time when living a life that is in conflict with your inner truth(s). You may be struggling to express who you are or what you want. These kinds of struggles, on top of other factors such as anxiety, burn out, compassion fatigue, the stressors of daily living and showing up for loved ones are all just some reasons to consider contacting a therapist.

Living in fight, flight, or freeze mode? Experiencing numbness or difficulty regulating strong emotions?Perhaps you've lost a sense of self while meeting others' needs, or perhaps you struggled to find a safe place to express yourself as a child. As a trauma specialist, I can help you move from survival to thriving mode. You deserve to live your life to its fullest and I can help. Although I've worked with many issues, I've had success in helping clients experiencing single incident to complex trauma/OSDD/dissociation, attachment injuries, borderline personality, disordered eating, codependency and phobias meet their goals.

All of us can feel overwhelmed by life at times. We are often filled with regrets, resentments and sometimes, this is compounded by past traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief. I particularly enjoy helping people achieve resiliency. I currently use the Benson-Henry Institute at Harvard Medical School’s “Stress Management and Resiliency Program.” I am certified to provide this program and have seen tremendous results. I enjoy helping with PTSD, Depression and Anxiety.

I have a background working with clients with substance use disorders and those carrying trauma from their past. Sometimes the brain can become stuck in survival mode because it is doing what it thinks is best for you. I believe that by having a safe place to compassionately explore the things we keep inside, it can open up the doorway to healing and allow the brain to shift from a state of survival to one of thriving. I am a neurodivergent therapist who loves working with neurodivergent clients to support them in identifying what works for them to be their most functional and happy self.

Each person is endowed with dignity and on a journey to discover who they are and their purpose, but sometimes life gets in the way. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples travel through the ups and downs of life while discovering who they want to be. . I believe that each person is uniquely created to flourish, and they have goodness and dignity which allows them to enter relationship with others and it is in those relationships that we discover strengths and weaknesses. Helping a person maximize their strengths while tending to their weaknesses in a healthy manner will lead to flourishing.

I am a dedicated trauma therapist with a passion for helping individuals heal from past experiences and find inner strength. My main modality of treatment is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a powerful therapy approach that facilitates the processing of traumatic memories and promotes emotional healing. With a deep understanding of the impact of trauma on mental health, I work collaboratively with my clients to create a safe and supportive space for their healing journey. Through EMDR therapy I empower individuals to explore and reprocess difficult memories, beliefs, and emotions leading to profound healing.

Erika is a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that her clients are the experts in their own lives. She utilizes both evidence-based complementary and alternative practices to help others address their health in a humanistic and multi-faceted way. Erika considers herself to be a generalist who has trained extensively in therapies designed to address

I see clients as the expert in their lives and hope to understand their experience to better assist them meet their goals. I have confidence in every person’s capacity for growth and healing when provided with a safe environment, support, and necessary resources. I believe it is my role as a therapist to be a witness to all clients, meeting them where they are while creating a safe warm environment. It is a privilege to be an authentic witness to clients' stories.

Hi there! I'm Anna, a trauma therapist in Morgantown WV. My passion is to assist my clients to heal from trauma and re-discover self-compassion. My therapeutic approach focuses on empowerment and collaboration. I strive to create a safe, healing, comfortable and accepting environment for my clients. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and my job as a therapist is to guide you through your healing journey utilizing evidence based methods and help you restore balance and positive outlook.

I’m Sina, a neurodivergent provisional- LPC and registered dietitian/nutritionist. I work with folks identifying as (or exploring) ADHD, autistic, genderqueer, and more. I also work with folks experiencing eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. We know these complex experiences can also come with anxiety, depression, trauma, etc. so if you or someone you know is looking for support in these areas, I’d love to hear from you. I use a relational, neurodivergent-affirming, and weight-inclusive approach to my work with clients, aligning with anti-oppressive and anti-diet frameworks.

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.

Hi there! I am so excited for you as you consider beginning your therapeutic journey! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in West Virginia and Ohio, who obtained both my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work from WVU. I will utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Skill Building, and Motivational Interviewing predominately throughout our time together! I have dynamic experience working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and complex trauma in individuals ages 9 to 40. However, helping others navigate anxiety and life’s ambiguity is where I truly shine!

I work with individuals to help manage life’s big transitions and decisions. You may be wrestling with anxiety or low self-esteem, and feeling frustrated that things which once came easily are now more of a struggle. You do not have to manage these difficulties alone.

Life can be unpredictable with so many things beyond our control that it can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and at times helpless and hopeless. The biggest thing that I want to be able to give my clients is Hope. Hope that things can change. Hope that things don't have to stay this way and that with the appropriate skills and support you can change the way you look at the world. You can change how you react to your struggles. I have been a Counselor for 10 years and have experience working with individuals, couples, and families.

I provide individual, couples, or family counseling in order to help facilitate change, healing, and restoration. An ideal client is one who is struggling in life but willing to be open and honest. As your counselor I will listen to you without judgement, hear your story, and learn about the experiences that have impacted who you are. I am looking for clients who want to become the best version of themselves and will work with me to accomplish that. Counseling is similar to life in that it is not always easy and painless, but as your counselor I will be here to walk alongside you in this journey.