Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Blacksburg, VA

I offer counseling for anxiety, depression, life adjustment, grief, stress management and variety of other situations in which we need a place to talk things out. I utilize strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques. I always work from a client centered approach as we are all unique individuals.

Caley Gelsomino is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and grief. Caley completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Simmons College. Caley believes that life’s challenges show no bias and that everyone experiences changes and overwhelming emotions. While those differ from person to person, what everyone has in common is that they don’t have to do it alone.

Hannah Pinkston is a Resident Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with individuals, groups, couples, and families at various life stages and from diverse backgrounds that are seeking sustainable empowerment through habit development, increased self-awareness, and enhanced life perspectives. Hannah’s comprehensive, person-centered approach to therapy, prioritizes the overall well-being of the client and maintains alignment with their personal goals.

Tara Lineberry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia and has over 15 years of experience assisting children, adolescents, adults, and couples with mental health, relationship, and trauma concerns. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Human Development/Human Services from Virginia Tech and received her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. Tara has experience conducting therapeutic sessions in both the inpatient psychiatric and outpatient mental health settings.

Sarah Rash is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 7 years of combined experience working in a variety of counseling venues. She has a passion for helping adults understand and navigate the challenges they face as a result of life circumstances or diagnoses to lead to more rewarding day-to-day lives. Sarah specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, coping skills education, self-esteem, some trauma work, and self-exploration/growth.

Are you feeling stuck? Anxious? Struggling with relationships? Welcome! I am ready to support you on your journey to wellness. My aim is to create a safe space for you to explore, grow, learn, and move toward healing and the life you want. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, inclusive, and trauma-informed. I am passionate about working with adults to address concerns and symptoms, such as, anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, trauma, life transitions, depression, women’s issues/health, identity and life choice exploration.

Jennie Brogan (pronouns she/her/they) is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience working with individuals in various counseling arenas. Jennie specializes in topics related to sex and sexuality, sex therapy, couples/relationship therapy, LGBTQ+ issues, "alternative lifestyles," religion & faith, and the intersection of sex and faith. She has been successful in treating clients with depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, and self-esteem issues. She has helped individuals develop healthy relationships, confidence, assertiveness, and communication skills.

I coach women and adolescent girls 16+ who struggle with people pleasing, fixer syndrome, and perfectionism to build emotional wellness skills to tackle unhealthy relationships that trigger anxiety and depression. I teach research based skills to help you overcome cycles of toxic relationships, family drama, codependency, rescue syndrome, self-doubt, and burn out. I understand the stress of feeling consumed by life and overbearing relationships. I can relate to life feeling too much, relationships feeling burdensome and overwhelmingly exhausting, wanting to leave everything, everyone behind and disappear. I'm here to support you.

Congratulations on making a commitment to invest in your growth and positive life changes! Therapy isn't always easy, but if you are willing to do the work, I can provide the tools needed to help you be your best self. I have dedicated my professional career to helping people help themselves through life's biggest challenges.

I am a resident Counselor at Wellness Through Counseling, located in McLean, VA. I am passionate about helping my clients heal and grow. My mission is to assist people understand themselves and their challenges more effectively. I strongly believe that my clients are experts of their desired path in life. I strive to create a safe space that allows you to process your thoughts and feelings. Through a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will work together to explore your strengths and resilience for living a fulfilling life and reaching your potential.

College Students: Do you need strategies and support for increased confidence and calm in your life? We'll work at your pace, on what is most important to you. For over 20 years, I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds to address anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, relationships, attention deficit disorders, learning disabilities, executive functioning skills, and academic strategies. I use a variety of approaches (ex: cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused, etc) although sessions are always based on your goals, needs, and preferences.

I offer experience, perspective and professionalism from decades of work with people experiencing a wide variety of life challenges, problems, mood and emotional disorders. I view these issues from a cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy model, helping good people find solutions, make changes and experience improvement in the areas of their life and relationships where they are seeking change. I've worked for decades in trauma, addiction and recovery, including couples therapy where one or both of the partners are in recovery and/or struggling with addiction issues both substance and process (eg gambling, pornagraphy).

I am only providing telehealth at this time. With over 30 years experience in mental health counseling in a variety of settings, I have a wide range of experience with all ages. I have extensive experiences with individuals and (their families/caregivers) with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.

Welcome, My name is Julia Wigfall and I am an intern with Kinder Mind. Currently, I am graduate student in my last semester at the University of Texas at Arlington’s Master of Social Work program. My concentration is in Mental Health and Substance Misuse.

Looking for a therapist that can work with you outside of the regular 8am to 5pm schedule? Prefer to meet with someone from the privacy, convenience, and comfort of your own home? I provide video delivered therapy in the evenings, early mornings (6am through 8pm EST), and on weekends (mornings and evenings). Focus of practice is on support for anxiety, depression, trauma, and general therapy needs. I utilize a variety of therapeutic styles, ranging from brief, solution focused approaches to deeper exploration and resolution of past issues and cognitive behavioral techniques.

I am a licensed psychotherapist seeing clients in New York, Virginia, and Delaware. I have experience in working with clients from a wide range of backgrounds and identities. You are here because something in your life needs to change; there is a gap between where you are and where you want to be. I'm here to help you figure out what needs to change in order for you to close that gap.

Welcome. I am so excited to offer my innovative version of EMDR which is 86% faster than Standard EMDR protocol while reducing symptoms for my clients by 82-84% with p< .001. Translated, this means that my version, Target 2 Zero, works extremely well. Adverse experiences or the tough stuff of life cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder ect. By thinking back through the memory of the adverse or bothersome event and doing a few other things at the same time the memory changes. It decreases in intensity and goes from 1st to third person.

Life is hard! So much is beyond our control and just trying to survive can be exhausting. If you are struggling mentally and emotionally, feel overwhelmed or alone, please know - you don’t have to continue feeling this way. With more than 25 years in practice, I've helped many clients navigate the way through their dark and emotionally difficult times. Through my interactive therapy style, I offer insight, supportive yet honest feedback, effective tools for coping, and HOPE for a brighter future. Together, we will share in the responsibility of getting you to a happier, more peaceful place in your life. The TRUTH is .....

Greetings! I'm Nathan, and I'm genuinely excited about the opportunity to meet with you. With a Masters of Social Work from West Virginia University and additional post-graduate work in Special Education from Radford University, I bring a solid educational foundation to my practice. Over the past 20 years, I have been dedicated to assisting individuals of all ages—children, families, and adults—through various challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship struggles, and trauma. My experience has honed my skills and deepened my understanding of the complexities people face in their lives.