Schema Therapy in Roanoke, VA

It is my passion and life work to help people achieve their goals and dreams. Sometimes life gets in the way of this and it is easy to get off track. I believe that the right counselor can make a difference in the life of anyone struggling mentally and emotionally.

At times, we may find ourselves lost on the journey of life questioning who we are and how we got here. I would love to join with you on your path as we sort through what is and what may have been. I have found that as we sift through previous life experiences, the thoughts, feelings and beliefs that have been developed about the world, self and others tend to make sense. I hope that I can then provide a space to examine the roots of our life, honor these roots, and then integrate them into your current framework. It is one of my life's greatest honors to explore our stories and reprocess how they have impacted us.

I have been married for over 45 years and have 3 adult children. Two of the children are biologically ours and the third is adopted. They have blessed Ronda, my wife, and I with 9 grandchildren. I heard the call to care for people as a clinical psychologist when I took a gap year after high school. My personal and professional value system uses Love as the measure of my behaviors and motivations. One of my favorite movies is “What About Bob”. This movie makes the point that therapists and clients are both human, with their own foibles. My general approach is “ I am just one beggar showing another beggar where to find food."

Are you are seeking help adjusting to major life changes? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping clients navigate difficult times of transition such as divorce and learning how to facilitate healthy co-parenting relationships. I also work with adults and teens dealing with ADHD and eating disorders. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families who have struggled with a variety of mental health issues. I aim to provide my clients with warmth, support, and a safe environment to promote change and increased understanding of self.

Irene respects and values each individual’s uniqueness and believes you are the experts in your own life. She wants to help you identify personal values and strengths so that you can live those values and reach your full potential in confronting problems. She understands it can be difficult to be vulnerable and share yourselves, but she is ready to walk with you through your vulnerable moments with support and clinical guidance. She looks forward to helping you grow by taking risks of change.

I enjoy getting to know the wide variety of people that walk through my door, of all ages, types of challenges and life experiences. The relationship of trust that develops provides a sacred and healing place in which growth and transformation can happen. To have the privilege of being present, actively supporting this process, gives me meaning and joy.

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.

Hello there! My name is Jennifer Smith Sims. I am licensed Mental Health Counselor (LPC) and the Owner/Founder of LifeSpark Counseling and Coaching.I have over sixteen years of experience in the field and I have a solid foundation in utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Schema-Focused Cognitive Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution focused therapy. I also have a strong Christian faith and am very passionate about providing faith based counseling to those individuals that want to incorporate their faith into our sessions.

The Counseling Alliance of Virginia believes everyone has the capacity to live a healthy and productive life when offered the support they deserve.

Sometimes, our expectations don't line up with what we live through and struggle with every day. We try to put our best foot forward, but inside it gets tougher to climb out of bed, quiet the racing thoughts, or set aside the exhaustion and doubt. If you're fighting a battle like this, you don't have to fight it alone - and you don't have to lose. At Poehailos, Dupont, and Associates, I help students, adults, and couples face ADHD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and more. No matter the challenge, therapy can help you gain the freedom to recover and embrace the things that make you...well, you. You are worth it.

I want you to know that my heart is to walk with you. No matter what you are bringing into counseling, I desire to provide you with a safe space where you can be confident in knowing that you are seen, heard, and known. Areas of specialty include trauma, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, burnout, culture shock, and spiritual integration. I am willing to follow your lead and personal choice in integrating the Christian faith and biblical principles into our sessions.

I work with individuals who are feeling stuck in life, experiencing anxiety, depression, shame, trauma, and relationship problems. Do you feel stuck, lost or confused about how to change these things for the better? Are you looking to improve your connection with yourself and/or loved ones? Whether you feel like you’re struggling with handling your emotions or if you just want to explore a new road to happiness, a path of healing and newfound energy lies ahead of you. Ive been helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, calm, and strength in their lives for nearly a decade. I am licensed in both Vermont and Virginia.

Ms. Deena Robertson, a Licensed Resident in Counseling, has genuine compassion and empathy for those who have walked through difficult life experiences. She believes in emotional growth, hope, compassion for yourself, and understanding your traumatic experiences. Deena is very trauma-informed and believes in a non-discriminatory and non-judgmental environment that allows healing, growth, and true insight. Deena received her Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling at Liberty University.